Can you return a used car in Florida?

Florida has no “cooling off” period or other specified time within which a buyer may voluntarily and unilaterally return the vehicle free of penalty and cancel the sales agreement in typical transactions. Once you sign, the vehicle is yours.

What to do if you have been sold a faulty car?

The Act states the car must be “of a satisfactory quality”, “fit for purpose” and “as described”. (For a used car, “satisfactory quality” takes into account the car’s age and mileage.) You have a right to reject something faulty and you’re entitled to a full refund within 30 days of purchase in most cases.

How long do you have to return a used car in Florida?

In Florida, there is no statutory right to a Cooling-Off period when purchasing a used vehicle. There is no automatic right afforded to a buyer to return a vehicle within three days. In fact, most dealerships which use standard forms include a section to specifically address this.

Can you return a broken car?

If you’ve purchased a new or used car and you’re having second thoughts about it, in most cases, you won’t be able to return the car. The dealer who sold you the car is usually not legally obligated to take the car back and issue you a refund or exchange after you’ve signed the sales contract.

Does the lemon law apply to used cars in Florida?

Florida’s Lemon Law applies only to new or demonstrator motor vehicles or recreational vehicles sold or long-term leased in the state. There is no Lemon Law for used cars in Florida. To obtain a guide, or to speak with someone about the Lemon Law, consumers in Florida may call the Lemon Law Hotline at (800) 321-5366.

What happens if a car breaks down after you buy it?

So, if something goes wrong or breaks down after you purchase the car, the cost of any repairs is almost always the buyer’s responsibility. Generally, unless the dealer made a representation about the condition of the vehicle that he knew to be false, “as is” pretty much covers the dealer on any faults the car has.

What do dealerships have to disclose when buying a used car?

When you purchase a used vehicle, the dealer must disclose a Federal Used Car Buyers Guide that is designed to give consumers important information. They must also correctly disclose the mileage. If the car is financed, the dealer must properly disclose all finance charges and terms.

What happens if a car dealer promises to repair a car?

If the dealer promises to repair the vehicle or cancel the sale if you’re not satisfied, make sure the promise is written on the Buyer’s Guide. If the promises are not written on the Buyers Guide, you will have a hard time getting the dealer to make good on his word.

Do you get a Buyer’s Guide when you buy a used car?

Whenever you purchase a used car from a dealer, you should receive the original or an identical copy of the Buyer’s Guide that appeared in the vehicle that you bought. The guide must reflect any changes in warranty coverage that you may have negotiated with the dealer.