Bramhill & Anor v Edwards & Anor
Decision date: 2 April 2004
Neutral citation: [2004] EWCA Civ 403
Court: Court of Appeal (Civil Division)
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This is an appeal by buyers of a US-imported motor-home who alleged misrepresentation and breach of the implied term of satisfactory quality because the vehicle was 102 inches wide, exceeding the UK regulatory 100-inch limit. The Court of Appeal dismissed the buyers' appeal and allowed the sellers' cross-appeal, concluding the buyers had delayed and effectively affirmed the contract and that there was insufficient evidence to establish any diminution in value or loss at the relevant date.
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Where a claimant, having knowledge of the alleged defect or illegality, delays and affirms the contract, they are disentitled to rescission; and absent evidential basis to show reduced market value at the date of the putative breach, no damages for loss of value can be awarded.
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