Legal Question in Consumer Law in Florida

Re: returning a new car

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The car is no longer "new" once it leaves the car dealer's lot. Unless the dealer offered you a 90 day return policy, there is none provided under Florida law.

If you were to return the car now, there would be severe financial consequences. It might be smarter to try and sell the car and use the proceeds to pay off your loan (if applicable). Then you can do as you please.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

Re: returning a new car

Generally the answer to your question is, "No," you may not return the car and get a refund. The only exception I would think is possible is if you have some special ability in your contract for sale that would allow you to do so. I have never seen such a clause, though, and would be surprised if one is there.