If I signed a motor vehicle purchase agreement but am having second thoughts, can I get out of the contract?

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If I signed a motor vehicle purchase agreement but am having second thoughts, can I get out of the contract?

The car has not been delivered yet. Please note the contract I signed for a different color than the one that is being delivered; I’m not sure if that means anything.

Asked on May 4, 2014 under Business Law, Wisconsin

Answers:

SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 9 years ago | Contributor

As a general matter, no, you could not get off--there is no rescission or "cooling off" period, and once you have signed, you are obligated. However, if the contract specifies the color of the car, then if they delivered a different color, they breached or violated the contract--they didn't deliver what they contracted to deliver. That breach may allow you to get out of the contract if they do not "cure" or fix the problem quickly, such as by delivering the correct car.


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