Q&A: A Question About Monetary Deception
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A Question About Monetary Deception
Question
Hello Rabbi,
I’m interested in selling an ATV whose engine was replaced with a new one. If I don’t mention that, would that be considered monetary deception? (This information doesn’t detract from the ATV in any way.)
Answer
I didn’t quite understand the question. After all, that’s an advantage of the ATV, isn’t it? It has a new engine. So why not say so?
In any case, if there is no defect involved and one part or another was replaced, I don’t think you need to inform the buyer. Of course, if he asks about it (because for some reason it matters to him), it is forbidden to lie, and you should tell the truth.