Exam 13: Performance of Contractual Obligations

Shamira offered to purchase Brendan's automobile for $3,050 cash,with Brendan to deliver the vehicle the next Wednesday,at which time Shamira would pay the $3,050.On the Wednesday,when Brendan did not deliver,Shamira went to Brendan's home,and found him in his garden.Shamira offered Brendan the money,but Brendan refused,saying that he had changed his mind,and did not wish to sell his automobile.If Brendan refused the tender of the exact amount of money,Shamira would be entitled to take legal action against Brendan for breach of contract.

Damian and Raja agree in writing that Raja will buy Damian's cottage.If Raja changes her mind and refuses to buy the cottage,Damian can get specific performance provided he can prove that he tried to transfer the title deed to the property on the closing date and Raja would not accept it.