Carpenter v. Chrysler Corp.

STEPHAN, Judge.

Brian and Kendra Carpenter appeal from the judgment of the trial court ordering a new trial in favor of Chrysler Corporation (“Chrysler”) and Scott Auto Sales and Finance Company d/b/a Chrysler-Plymouth West (“CPW”). This case arises out of the Carpenters’ dissatisfaction with a new 1986 Chrysler LeBaron automobile they purchased at CPW in August 1986. The Carpenters subsequently learned that, prior to their purchase, their car had been driven some distance with a disconnected odometer. The Carpenters then sued Chrysler and CPW.

In their third amended petition, filed January…