Marthers v. Hurst

Oxner, Justice.

This is an action to recover actual and punitive damages for the alleged wrongful conversion of an automobile. On September 26, 1952, respondent purchased ■ from appellant, who is engaged in the buying and selling of automobiles in the City of Rock Hill, a 1941 Plymouth car for $250.00. He made a down payment of $100.00 and to secure the balance of $150.00, together with “carrying charges” of $40.00, executed a mortgage for $190.00, payable $11.00 weekly commencing October 11th. This action is based upon the alleged wrongful seizure of said automobile by appellant at…