Gardner v. Newsome Chevrolet-Buick, Inc.

Finney, Justice:

Appellant Daryl Gardner appeals the trial court’s denial of his motion for class action certification. We reverse.

Appellant purchased a vehicle from respondent Newsome Chevrolet-Buick, Inc., and paid, as part of the purchase price, ninety-nine and 50/100 ($99.50) dollars, identified on the contract of sale as a “closing fee.” Appellant filed suit against respondent, alleging the commission of an unfair act in charging the fee, in violation of § 56-15-30 of the South Carolina Code of Laws (1976). Appellant filed a motion to have his action maintained as a class action, pursuant…