Three-Day Return Many dealers offer a money-back guarantee on used car sales, or allow buyers to return the car with no questions asked within three days or less. However, unless the dealer specifically extends this privilege, purchasers have no right under Illinois law to return the car for a full refund.
Can I return a car I bought a week ago?
If you’ve bought a used motor from a dealership, you have the right to return the car within the first 30 days of purchase. This is the “short-term right to reject” rule under the Consumer Rights Act 2015. If you find a fault with the car within the 30-day period, you have the right to ‘reject’ it.
Can you return a used car in Illinois?
Unfortunately, the answer is no. There is no cooling off period or right to return a used car within 30 days in Illinois, and the Illinois Lemon Law does not apply to used cars. Also, if you bought the car “As Is” the seller does not have to repair your car.
What are the laws on buying a used car in Illinois?
The dealer may make verbal promises to get you to buy the car, but if those promises aren’t in writing and you sign an “as is” contract, that written contract prevails and there are no warranties with respect to the car. The Illinois lemon law only applies to new cars, not used cars.
Can you return a car within 30 days of purchase?
Under the Consumer Rights Act 2015, if the vehicle is found to be defective, based on your first tier of rights, you may request within the first 30 days of purchase; The rejection of the vehicle in return for a full purchase refund; or For the trader to repair the vehicle; or For the trader to replace the car like-for-like.
Is there a 30 day cooling off period for used cars in Illinois?
Unfortunately, the answer is no. There is no cooling off period or right to return a used car within 30 days in Illinois, and the Illinois Lemon Law does not apply to used cars.
