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California 3-day used car return right: does every sale qualify?

Jez Smith4 October 2026

No. California’s new three-day cancellation right applies to qualifying used-vehicle dealer transactions and is subject to limits and exclusions. DMV says the new rule applies to used vehicles valued at $50,000 or less; exclusions can include some commercial, auction and other transactions. Always check the sale date and the exact contract. Official source: California DMV CARS Act guidance. Guide: https://getinstantlaw.com/us/california/used-car-problems/cancellation-option

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