Can I back out of a car purchase? - Page 2

pwd72s · 03-08-2021, 10:59 AM

Same dealer? Back in '65 I'd ordered a car from a dealership...while waiting for the order, they got a car in stock that I thought I'd like better. Not a problem making the switch. But then, the one I liked better had a higher sticker, so that was probably a factor.

Zeke · 03-08-2021, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by speeder

In that case, call and give them the news. Check the laws online but I’d be surprised if it’s much different from CA. Some states have a “cooling off period,” which gives you 3 days or some period to return the car you bought if you change your mind. CA does not have that, if you sign everything and drive it off the lot, you own it. It would be completely up to the dealer to take it back on some terms.

Conversely, if you DO NOT take possession, you don’t own it yet. Doesn’t matter what you signed, $$ paid, etc. They have to unwind it and give any $$ back. Check the AZ. laws first and then call them. As much as I’d like to help, I don’t know them but google does.

Being that he was there on Sat to buy and sign, I doubt the DMV paperwork went out yet. That should make it easier.

That is if Rick called first thing this morning to tell them he wanted the other car.

Denis, interesting thing about 3-day cooling off periods and in-home sales for contracting, etc. in CA. If the customer signs the contract in the office, there is no grace period. If the contract is signed at the customer's residence, or any other venue say like the customer's office or a home show, the 3-day period is valid.

Por_sha911 · Por_sha911's Garage

If you want to see how 'set in stone' the deal is, ask if you get the same trade in price after the accident you had Sunday...
They can't hold you to it if you didn't take possession and they don't have your trade. If you had left with the new car they could have claimed your trade in is gone...

unclebilly · unclebilly's Garage

^^^ this.

Even if they were to sue you, they would have to establish damages. On this case maybe an hour of an admin’s time. $25?

Rick Lee · Rick Lee's Garage

Guys, this is not an adversarial thing. The salesguy emailed me back today, reminding me that the 430i was the first car I sat in and that I had decided against it due to less backseat space and that the 320i was more in line with my work and lifestyle (driving a ton for work and hauling band gear). I really think he was on the ball and listening to me. However, I will take a look at the 430i on Wed. when I go to swap cars. If it really grabs me, and I will know the feeling if it does, that's when I'll put my foot down.

Sooner or later · 03-08-2021, 06:37 PM

It will be sold.

Rick Lee · Rick Lee's Garage

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It will be sold.

Then that will make it easier. I'll be happy with the 320i. Mrs. Lee is shopping too, and she may just want to take my 320i when she takes it for spin. Then I'm back to shopping again.

Steve Carlton · 03-08-2021, 08:38 PM

I think you need to find out if you're obligated to take the 320i, which I seriously doubt you are. Assuming you're not, you have the leverage to make sure they give you a fair deal on the 430i and if they don't, you can walk away from both. You need to know you that you don't have to get hammered if you switch to the 430i. They would rather sell you one car than none. Don't spend a minute worrying about the commission the salesman is making on one or the other, or making up the difference. If you walk away from both, toss him a couple of hundred dollars if you want for you clear conscience on wasting his time. Very few people do that, but it's a classy move.

1990C4S · 06:19 AM

The only thing between you and the 430i is money. Ask the dealer for a number, they are not going to walk away from a chance to take more of your money.

Rick Lee · Rick Lee's Garage

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Originally Posted by 1990C4S

The only thing between you and the 430i is money. Ask the dealer for a number, they are not going to walk away from a chance to take more of your money.

I guess it's going to come down to which car they have more margin on. This thread makes me pretty sure I can get my way on either car. They know they have me. Mrs. Lee has bought from them before and is shopping again. I don't think she'll come with me tomorrow though. My salesguy is headed on vacation tomorrow and I'm booked from 9am - 8pm today, so I just cannot deal with it until tomorrow. And that means I'll be dealing with other people when I get there.

Rick Lee · Rick Lee's Garage

BTW, this is the car.

https://www.bmwnorthscottsdale.com/inventory/used-2020-bmw-4-series-430i-gran-coupe-rear-wheel-drive-sedan-wba4j1c05lbu67582/

javadog · 03-09-2021, 07:04 AM

If I were you, I'd have let the dealership know about this already. They are going to be more amenable to changing cars if they haven't already filled out the MSO in your name on the car you did buy.

craigster59 · craigster59's Garage

I wonder if you can convince Mrs Lee to get the 320, you get the 430 and swing a heckuva deal?

Kraftwerk · 03-09-2021, 08:07 AM

My guess is that they would be happy to keep the wheels of commerce moving, seems like, at this point , it just paper work. No?

Steve Carlton · 03-09-2021, 09:02 AM

I checked with a dealer I know in AZ, and he said they need delivery to complete the deal.

blucille · 03-09-2021, 09:54 AM

and this car is pre-owned, should simplify the process significantly

speeder · speeder's Garage

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Originally Posted by Steve Carlton

I checked with a dealer I know in AZ, and he said they need delivery to complete the deal.

Whoop, there it is....

I love being right.

1990C4S · 03-09-2021, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by speeder

I love being right.

Consensus in PARF is that has never happened...

911boost · 911boost's Garage

That seems like a decent sized car for a 4cyl even if its a turbo......

Nice looking though.

speeder · speeder's Garage

"We're having a contest:

First Prize is a new BMW.

Second Prize is 2 new BMWs"

J/k...