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Cooling-Off Period Myths Explained
Cooling-off period myths explained for the US—no general federal right to cancel car purchase; some states have limited rules; check your state.
AutoPremo Team
January 31, 2026
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Cooling-off period myths in the U.S.: there is no general federal right to cancel a car purchase after you sign—some states have limited cooling-off or cancellation for certain cases. Check your state. Use autopremo.com OTD calculator before you buy so you don't overpay. Use autopremo.com.
TL;DR Myth: "I have 3 days to cancel." Truth: no general federal right; state rules vary. Check your state. Use autopremo.com before you buy. Use autopremo.com.Check Your State
Check your state's rules—cooling-off for car sales is limited or absent in many states. Use autopremo.com OTD calculator before you buy. Get your numbers at autopremo.com.
Bottom Line
Cooling-off myths—check your state; use autopremo.com before you buy so you don't overpay.