Legal Question in Business Law in Florida

Re: Sales tax on a returned vehicle

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If the dealer is willing to nullify the sale, there should not be any sales tax. This is the same as if you return something to your local store like a Target or Walmart. Sales tax is refunded at the time you return the item because the transaction was rescinded by virtue of the return of the item.

Keep in mind that the dealer has no obligation to accept the return of the car unless it was part of your original agreement. Generally, once you sign a contract and drive the car off of the lot, it is final.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.