ASSIGNMENT 1 SEMESTER 1 2026
UNIQUE NO. 269717
DUE DATE: 18 MARCH 2026
, Law of Sale and Lease - LPL4801
ASSIGNMENT 01
Question
Paul concluded a written agreement with Suzie, a motor dealer, for the purchase of a
motor vehicle for R400,000 payable in 20 monthly instalments with interest at 15% per
annum. Ownership will pass only once the final instalment is paid. The vehicle was
delivered on 2 January. Paul later changed his mind and wants to cancel the agreement
and recover his first instalment.
(a) Applicability of the National Credit Act 34 of 2005 (6)
The National Credit Act 34 of 2005 (NCA) regulates credit agreements in South Africa
and aims to promote responsible credit granting and consumer protection.
In terms of section 8(4) of the NCA, a credit agreement includes an instalment
agreement. An instalment agreement exists where:
Goods are sold and delivered to the consumer;
Payment is made in periodic instalments;
Interest or charges are payable on the deferred amount; and
Ownership passes only after the final instalment has been paid.
In this scenario:
Paul purchased a motor vehicle from Suzie, a motor dealer.
The price of R400,000 is payable in 20 monthly instalments.
Interest of 15% per annum is charged on the deferred purchase price.
The contract states that ownership will pass only after the last instalment is
paid.