09 Jun 2011 7:54 PM:
I suppose you signed a "compra-venta" contract. There has to appear a clause saying that doesn't exists any taxes or debts etc about the car.
Go to the garage and show them the contract.
You can claim your money back or keep the car, but who has to pay the debt is the seller.
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buying a car with outstanding taxes and an embargo
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