Government vows to stop roadside
car sales
The practice of offering cars for sale on the side of the road could
soon be banned in Ireland.
Transport Minister Martin Cullen has revealed he has sought legal advice
on how to introduce a nationwide ban to outlaw the booming trade.
Hundreds of cars with ‘For Sale’ signs can be found in locations
across the country in what has become a mini-industry for some traders.
A mobile phone number is often the only link providing any clue to the
identity of the owner.
Motoring sources confirmed the practice has become big business for some
car sellers who were using large vehicle carriers to transport groups
of cars around the country.
But Mr Cullen said the growing phenomenon was unacceptable.
He said: “I intend to come down as hard as legally possible on this.
“It’s just outrageous and I want to end the practice.”
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