Why was the statement found not to be a term in the case of: Oscar Chess v Williams [1957] 1 All ER 325?
A)The statement was a term.
B)The plaintiff buyer had special skills or knowledge in relation to the subject matter.
C)Neither party was in a position to know the truth.
D)The defendant seller had special skills or knowledge in relation to the subject matter.

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In the case of Oscar Chess v Williams [1957] 1 All ER 325, the statement found not to be a term was due to the fact that the plaintiff buyer had special skills or knowledge in relation to the subject matter, namely cars. As a result, it was held that the statement was mere puffery or sales talk and not a legally binding term of the contract.

Why Was the Statement Found Not to Be a Term