Cancel Used Car Contract

Summary

In Nova Scotia, there is no statutory cooling-off period for car purchases. Review your contract for cancellation clauses. If the motor vehicle inspection (MVI) was fraudulent, you may have grounds to void the contract. The fact that you only signed the first page could affect enforceability, depending on contract language and local laws. Gather evidence and consult a local lawyer to explore your options.

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I want to back out of a contact I signed yesterday, a contract to buy a used car from a used car dealership. I have since found out that they have sold vehicles to others and gave them a fresh motor vehicle inspection (MVI) and it seems the MVI was illegitimate. Now I am worried that the car they are selling me will not be as reliable as they say and I will need to spend lots on repairs after I receive the vehicle. I do not have the vehicle yet, but I gave them $* as partial payment, and when I go to pick up the car when it’s ready, I have to pay $* more. But at this point I think it would be safer to try to completely get out of the contract if possible. What can I do?
Olivia, you may have options to back out of the contract:
- Check if there is a cooling-off period in your state that allows for cancellation within a certain time frame.
- Review the contract for any clauses about cancellation.
- Contact the dealership and explain your concerns.
- If the MVI was fraudulent, you may have grounds to void the contract.
Where are you located? This can help tailor the advice to your specific state laws.
Located in Nova Scotia, Canada
Olivia, in Nova Scotia, you have some options:
- Cooling-off Period: Unfortunately, there is no statutory cooling-off period for car purchases in Nova Scotia.
- Contract Review: Check the contract for any cancellation clauses.
- Fraudulent Activity: If the MVI was fraudulent, you might have legal grounds to void the contract. Consult with a local lawyer for specific advice.
Would you like more information on how to proceed legally if the MVI is indeed fraudulent?
Yes
Olivia, you should gather all evidence related to the potentially fraudulent MVI. Then, contact a local lawyer to discuss your case in detail. They can help you determine the best course of action to void the contract based on the fraudulent inspection.
Would you like assistance in finding a local lawyer in Nova Scotia?
So there are * pages of the contract and I only signed the first page. There is a spot to sign on the second page but he didn’t ask me to sign that page. I wonder if this could make the contract void
Olivia, the fact that you only signed the first page could potentially affect the enforceability of the contract. It depends on the specific language in the contract and local laws. You should discuss this detail with a local lawyer to explore if it can be a basis to void the contract.
Would you like assistance in finding a local lawyer in Nova Scotia?