Andy Boston Motors operating as an illegal vehicle seller putting car buyers in the Sault Ste. Marie area at risk

Sault Ste. Marie, ON, – The Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council (OMVIC) is warning consumers in the Sault Ste. Marie area to avoid purchasing vehicles from Andy Boston Motors, formerly operating as T.A. Boston Auto Sales Ltd. of address 257 Trunk Road, Sault Ste. Marie and its Director, Thomas Andrew Boston, also known as Andy Boston., an unregistered business operating illegally as a motor vehicle dealer.

Car buyers are reminded that purchasing a vehicle from Andy Boston, “Andy Boston Motors,” or any other unregistered seller puts them at risk of financial loss, as they are not protected under the Motor Vehicle Dealers Act (MVDA) or the Consumer Protection Act. Andy Boston and Andy Boston Motors are not legally authorized to sell vehicles in Ontario, and doing so is a violation of the MVDA.

Car-buying tips to protect consumers · It’s crucial for buyers to verify a dealership’s legitimacy by using OMVIC’s dealer search tool to confirm they’re registered. Only registered dealers are legally allowed to sell vehicles in Ontario. This means if something goes wrong with your purchase, your rights are protected under the legislation.

• Car buyers are reminded to stay informed and vigilant. Understanding your rights and following best practices can help you make confident decisions and support a fair, trustworthy vehicle marketplace. OMVIC remains committed to protecting consumers and promoting transparency in Ontario’s automotive vehicle sales industry.
• The Motor Vehicle Dealers Compensation Fund (MVDCF) is only available to car buyers who purchase from an OMVIC-registered dealer. The fund reimburses eligible car buyers who have suffered a proven financial loss related to a vehicle purchase, lease or consignment transaction.

Background

In November 2024, the Registrar of OMVIC, Ontario’s vehicle sales regulator, ordered the revocation of the registration of T.A. Boston Auto Sales Ltd. and its Director, Thomas Andrew Boston, also known as Andy Boston, under the MVDA. Andy Boston has continued to operate as a motor vehicle seller, despite being unlicensed. This is illegal and poses a serious threat to car buyers.

About OMVIC

The Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council (OMVIC) is responsible for administering and enforcing the Motor Vehicle Dealers Act (MVDA), a consumer protection law delegated by the Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement. OMVIC helps maintain a fair and informed vehicle sales marketplace by regulating dealers and salespeople, inspecting Ontario’s 8,000 dealerships and 30,000 salespeople, handling consumer complaints, and investigating illegal activity such as curbsiding. OMVIC also administers the Motor Vehicle Dealers Compensation Fund on behalf of its Board of Trustees.

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