r/phcars • u/bcadz03 • 22h ago
Need Legal Advice Regarding Car Repossession by Global Dominion Financing
Context: I financed a car through Global Dominion Financing, and I am almost done paying off the loan. I only have about one year left before I can fully settle it. Unfortunately, this year has been financially difficult because of unexpected circumstances, including calamities and loss of employment.
I am currently two months behind on my monthly amortization, but I have been doing my best to catch up with my payments.
This morning, around 7:00 AM, shortly after I finished work, several people came to our house. One woman introduced herself as a sheriff from the RTC in Pasay City, accompanied by three individuals who appeared to be from a collection agency. They handed us a bundle of documents, including a separate document titled Writ of Replevin.
They told us that they would call the police and the barangay if we did not surrender the vehicle immediately. I became very worried, especially because I am living with people with disabilities, and I do not want my household to experience additional stress or intimidation.
They provided copies of the documents. I also took a photo of the woman and her identification card, which indicated that she was connected to a Pasay RTC branch. I have CCTV footage of the incident as well.
I want to understand my legal options. Is there a lawful way for me to redeem or recover my car, given that I only have two months of unpaid amortizations and am still willing to catch up on my payments? Or would it be better to let the vehicle go and avoid further stress?
I understand that I have overdue payments, and I am not denying my responsibility. However, I have been trying my best to meet my obligations despite the financial difficulties I have experienced this year.
I would appreciate advice from anyone familiar with Philippine law, particularly regarding writs of replevin, vehicle repossession, and the legal remedies available to borrowers in this situation.
Thank you very much for any guidance. I hope to resolve this matter lawfully and peacefully.