From a purely business stand point, if you are buying the vehicle count it as not there, until they can prove it.
If it is a make or break it with the deal, I know I would dig it up.
But if I was lying [which I do not] I would come up with a stupid reason such as the one you mentioned.
Find the value through the dealer, and deduct it from the price.
I would also be leary for any future dealings, considering the dishonest approach or lack of care for you.
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