{"id":762,"date":"2024-07-14T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-14T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogtwincitstg.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=762"},"modified":"2026-11-05T12:01:17","modified_gmt":"2026-11-05T12:01:17","slug":"car-auction-refund-return-policies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/car-auction-refund-return-policies\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Return a Car Bought at Auction? The Honest Answer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You won a car at auction, or you are about to bid, and one question is stopping you: what happens if the car turns out to be a dud? The honest answer is that most auction sales are final. There are a few real exceptions, though, and knowing them before you bid is what keeps a cheap car from becoming an expensive mistake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote rs-answer-box is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The short answer:<\/strong> No, not usually. Car auction bids are binding and vehicles sell as is, so there is no general right to return a car because you changed your mind. At Remarket Space, the 3-Day Major Mechanical Guarantee covers undisclosed lower-end engine damage, automatic transmission failure, frame damage or flood damage reported within 72 hours of delivery, and title issues carry a lifetime title guarantee.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Updated November 5, 2026. Checked against the Federal Trade Commission and the live Remarket Space Terms of Service, How it works and 3-Day Guarantee pages. Sources are linked at the bottom.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Buying instead of worrying? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/auction\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">See the cars up for auction now<\/span><\/a>. Every listing shows the inspection results, a free Carfax and whether the car carries the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/guarantee\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">3-Day Major Mechanical Guarantee<\/span><\/a>, so you know the downside before you bid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"914\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.jpeg\" alt=\"Refund and return policies sign above a car auction floor\" class=\"wp-image-766\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.jpeg 1600w, https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-300x171.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1024x585.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-768x439.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1536x877.jpeg 1536w\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-key-takeaways\">Key takeaways<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bids are binding:<\/strong> a winning bid is a contract to pay. You cannot retract it or return the car for buyer\u2019s remorse.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>As is means as is:<\/strong> the seller does not pay for problems found after the sale unless a written guarantee says otherwise.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No federal cooling-off period:<\/strong> the FTC says federal law does not give car buyers three days to cancel and return the car.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Guarantees are the exception:<\/strong> some auctions cover a short list of major defects for a short time. Read exactly what is covered.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>At Remarket Space:<\/strong> four undisclosed major defects are covered if you file within 72 hours of delivery, and title issues are guaranteed for life.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Walking away costs you:<\/strong> miss the 48 hour payment deadline and your account is suspended and the car is relisted.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-is-a-car-auction-sale-final\">Is a car auction sale final?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Almost always, yes. When you bid at an auction you are not making an offer you can take back later. You are agreeing to buy the car at that price if you win. That certainty is part of why auction prices can be low: the seller knows the sale will stick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Remarket Space Terms of Service say it plainly: bids are binding and cannot be retracted, every bid is a contractual agreement to pay if you win, and all sales are final. Other auctions word it differently, but the rule is the same nearly everywhere. If you are new to this, our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/proxy-bidding-explained-auction-strategy\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">how proxy bidding works<\/span><\/a> explains how a pre-auction offer can win a car for you while you sleep, which is one more reason to bid only what you are ready to pay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-does-as-is-mean\">What does as is mean when you buy a car at auction?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As is means you accept the car in the condition it is in, including problems nobody has found yet. The FTC explains it this way for used car dealers: As Is, No Dealer Warranty means the dealer will not pay for any problems or needed repairs, and you take on the risk of anything that goes wrong after the sale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An as is sale also cancels the unwritten promises the law would otherwise attach. The FTC notes that a used car without a written warranty is still covered by implied warranties unless it is sold as is. So when an auction says as is, it means no implied warranty that the car is fit to drive, either.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As is does not mean anything goes. A seller still cannot lie about the car. And an auction can choose to add a written guarantee on top of an as is sale, which is exactly what the better ones do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cooling-off-period\">Is there a cooling-off period for cars bought at auction?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No, not under federal law. The FTC says federal law does not require dealers to give you three days to cancel the deal and return the car. The FTC Cooling-Off Rule, the one people think of as the three day right to cancel, also lists cars, vans and trucks sold at temporary locations among the sales it does not cover when the seller has a permanent place of business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some states give buyers a short right to cancel a dealer sale, and some dealers offer one voluntarily. Do not assume either applies to an auction. If you bought in Minnesota, our guide to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/minnesota-lemon-law-auction-purchases\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">Minnesota lemon law and auction purchases<\/span><\/a> explains how state protections line up with an auction sale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-your-rights\">What are your rights if you buy a car at auction?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fewer than at a dealership, but not zero. When you buy a car at auction, you are still entitled to a few things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The car that was described:<\/strong> an as is sale does not let a seller lie about the car.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Whatever the written terms promise:<\/strong> a guarantee, an arbitration plan or a claim window becomes a real right once you win, so read it before you bid.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A title that transfers:<\/strong> you are paying for ownership, and title problems are handled separately from mechanical ones.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Disclosure of known major defects, where the auction requires it:<\/strong> the Remarket Space Terms of Service require a seller to tell the inspector, before the inspection starts, about any single major engine, transmission or driveline defect that costs more than $750 to repair.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What you do not get is a right to change your mind, a trial period, or an implied promise that the car is fit to drive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-can-you-get-money-back\">When can you get money back after a car auction?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are three situations where money can come back to you. A change of mind is not one of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A written guarantee applies:<\/strong> the auction promises to cover certain defects for a set time, and your problem fits the terms. This is the most common route.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The car was misrepresented:<\/strong> the listing or condition report left out a major defect the guarantee covers, or the car is not the car that was described. Many auctions handle this through their own claim or arbitration process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Title problems:<\/strong> a title that cannot be transferred, or a brand the listing did not disclose, is usually treated separately from mechanical issues. At Remarket Space, title issues are covered by a lifetime title guarantee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every auction sets its own terms, windows and paperwork rules, so read them before you bid, not after. It is also worth knowing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/car-title-status-matters\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">why title status matters<\/span><\/a> and how <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/buying-car-auction-transferring-title\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">title transfer works after an auction<\/span><\/a>, since paperwork problems are the ones buyers most often miss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-auction-arbitration\">How does car auction arbitration work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arbitration means two different things at a car auction, and it helps to know which one you are dealing with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Condition arbitration:<\/strong> the auction\u2019s own process for claims that a car was not as described. It runs on the auction\u2019s rules and time limits, and it decides whether you get a refund, a partial credit or nothing. At Remarket Space, every vehicle is sold as is under an arbitration plan, and the 3-Day Major Mechanical Guarantee below is the part of that plan buyers use.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Legal arbitration:<\/strong> a private alternative to court for disputes the claim process does not settle. The Remarket Space Terms of Service send these to binding arbitration with the American Arbitration Association under its Consumer Arbitration Rules, and you can take part remotely by phone or video.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before either one, the Terms ask you to email support and allow 30 days to settle it informally. Small claims court stays open for individual claims, including in your own county, and you can opt out of the arbitration clause by writing to support within 30 days of first accepting the Terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-guarantee-covers\">What does the Remarket Space 3-Day Major Mechanical Guarantee cover?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every vehicle at Remarket Space is sold as is under an arbitration plan. The 3-Day Major Mechanical Guarantee is the part of that plan that covers serious problems the listing did not disclose. It is not a warranty, and it covers a short, specific list. Here is exactly what the live guarantee page says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Covered if not disclosed<\/th><th>What counts<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Lower-end engine damage<\/td><td>A cracked block, a failed crankshaft, or failed connecting rods or rod bearings<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Automatic transmission failure<\/td><td>Slipping, or failing to shift<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Frame or structural damage<\/td><td>Accident cuts, welds, or rot with holes larger than 1 inch<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flood damage<\/td><td>Evidence such as a flood waterline, or mold in electrical modules<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">From the Remarket Space 3-Day Guarantee page, checked November 5, 2026.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-not-covered\">What the guarantee does not cover<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Disclosed problems:<\/strong> anything shown on the listing or in the condition report.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Smaller drivetrain complaints:<\/strong> manual transmissions, hard shifts, hesitation, whining or low fluid.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rust and leaks:<\/strong> surface rust, subframes such as radiator supports, and rain leaking through windows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Some vehicles:<\/strong> cars that could not start at the auction, buses, commercial or heavy-duty trucks, boats, RVs, motorcycles, powersports, snowmobiles, trailers and equipment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Extra miles:<\/strong> a car driven more than 100 miles after you bought it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Your costs:<\/strong> transport, storage, repair, diagnostic or inspection costs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-you-get-back\">What you get back if a claim is approved<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Winning bid<\/th><th>What happens<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Under $2,000<\/td><td>You keep the car, and Remarket Space refunds 25% of your winning bid, up to $500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>$2,000 or more<\/td><td>You return the car, and Remarket Space refunds your winning bid, buyer\u2019s premium and DMV fees<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">From the Remarket Space 3-Day Guarantee page, checked November 5, 2026. Transport is not covered: a car that comes back is returned at your cost.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Two conditions catch people out. The guarantee only applies to cars paid in full within 48 hours of winning, and the 72 hours are clock hours from delivery, weekends included.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-to-do-if-broken\">What should you do if the car you won at auction is broken?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Move fast and keep the car exactly as it arrived. At Remarket Space, the claim steps are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1. <strong>File within 72 hours of delivery:<\/strong> use the claim form with your stock number. It is open any day, and the time you submit is what counts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2. <strong>List every problem in one claim:<\/strong> Remarket Space takes one claim per car.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3. <strong>Send photos or video:<\/strong> show the VIN, the odometer and the problem. If the car cannot be driven, a video of it running in place is fine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4. <strong>Get a mechanic\u2019s report if asked:<\/strong> it must come from an ASE-certified mechanic, and a mobile mechanic counts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>5. <strong>Do not fix it or drive it far:<\/strong> no repairs, and no more than 100 miles.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every claim is reviewed and answered in writing. If you still disagree, the Terms of Service ask you to contact support first and allow 30 days to resolve it before arbitration or small claims court. One more thing: the Terms ask buyers not to file a card chargeback for buyer\u2019s remorse or the condition of an as is car, and to use this process instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-back-out-of-winning-bid\">Can you back out of a winning bid?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can refuse to pay, but it is not a free exit. At Remarket Space, plan to pay in full by card within 48 hours of winning. The Terms of Service set the outer limit at two business days, but the How it works page says 48 hours and the guarantee only covers cars paid in full within 48 hours, so treat 48 hours as the real deadline. Miss the deadline and your account is suspended, the car is relisted, and you lose any right to it. To get your account reinstated, you have to pay the full buyer\u2019s premium and administrative fee on the car you did not buy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fees are part of the real price, so check them before you bid. Our explainer on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/car-auction-buyers-premium\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">car auction buyer\u2019s premium<\/span><\/a> covers how it works, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/buyer-premium-fees\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">Remarket Space fee table<\/span><\/a> shows the exact amounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-protect-yourself\">How do you protect yourself before you bid?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since you usually cannot return an auction car, the work happens before the hammer falls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Read the guarantee first:<\/strong> know what is covered, for how long, and which vehicles qualify. The listing shows whether a car has it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Study the condition report:<\/strong> anything disclosed is not covered later, so read every line.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Watch and listen:<\/strong> you cannot <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/can-you-test-drive-car-bidding-auction-guide\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">test drive a car at most online auctions<\/span><\/a>, so use the virtual test drive video to hear how it starts and runs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use a checklist:<\/strong> our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/free-pre-bid-inspection-checklist\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">free pre-bid inspection checklist<\/span><\/a> walks through what to check from photos and reports.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Run the history:<\/strong> a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/vehicle-history-reports-guide\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">vehicle history report<\/span><\/a> shows accidents, flood records and odometer problems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Set your max and stick to it:<\/strong> include fees, tax and delivery in the number, and leave room for repairs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First time bidding? Read our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/tips-for-first-time-auction-buyers\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">tips for first-time auction buyers<\/span><\/a> too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-remarket-space\">Buying a car on Remarket Space<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remarket Space is an online car marketplace open to the public. You do not need a dealer license or a membership fee to bid. Every listing has a full inspection by a Verified Remarket Space Inspector, a free Carfax, real photos and an HD virtual test drive, and the price shows your out-the-door total with a delivery quote. Cars come from the Twin Cities area and the St. Louis area and are delivered nationwide, typically within 48 hours. Eligible cars carry the 3-Day Major Mechanical Guarantee, and title issues are guaranteed for life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/auction\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\"><strong>See cars up for auction now<\/strong><\/span><\/a>, read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/how-it-works\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">how bidding works<\/span><\/a>, or browse <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/cars\/minnesota\/under-2500\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">cars under $2,500<\/span><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/cars\/minnesota\/under-5000\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">cars under $5,000<\/span><\/a> in Minnesota, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/cars\/st-louis\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">cars in the St. Louis area<\/span><\/a>. New here? See <a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/blog\/how-to-buy-a-vehicle-on-remarket-space\/\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">how to buy a vehicle on Remarket Space<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faq\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is a car auction sale final?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Usually, yes. A winning bid is a binding agreement to buy, and most auctions sell cars as is. You cannot cancel because you changed your mind. The exceptions are a written guarantee, a car that was misrepresented, or a title problem.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-2\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What does as is mean at a car auction?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It means you accept the car in its current condition, including problems found later. The seller does not pay for repairs after the sale, and implied warranties do not apply. Only a written guarantee from the auction gives you coverage on top of that.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-3\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is there a 3 day right to cancel a car purchase?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Not under federal law. The FTC says federal law does not require dealers to give buyers three days to cancel and return a car. Some states and some sellers offer a short right to cancel, so check the terms before you buy.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-4\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can you back out of a winning bid at Remarket Space?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Bids are binding. If you do not pay in full within 48 hours of winning, your account is suspended and the car is relisted. To reinstate the account you pay the full buyer\u2019s premium and administrative fee on that car.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-5\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What if the car does not run when it arrives?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">At Remarket Space, file a claim within 72 hours of delivery if the problem is undisclosed lower-end engine damage, automatic transmission failure, frame damage or flood damage. Cars that could not start at the auction are not covered.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-6\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does the 3-Day Major Mechanical Guarantee give a full refund?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">On a winning bid of $2,000 or more, you return the car and get back the winning bid, buyer\u2019s premium and DMV fees. Under $2,000, you keep the car and get 25 percent of the winning bid, up to $500. Transport is not covered.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-7\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Are title problems covered?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, separately. Title and mileage issues are not part of the 3-Day Major Mechanical Guarantee. They have their own coverage, and Remarket Space guarantees title issues for life. Email support to learn how it applies to your car.<\/p> <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sources\">Sources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/consumer.ftc.gov\/articles\/buying-used-car-dealer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">FTC: Buying a used car from a dealer<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/consumer.ftc.gov\/articles\/buyers-remorse-ftcs-cooling-rule-may-help\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">FTC: Buyer\u2019s remorse and the Cooling-Off Rule<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/guarantee\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">Remarket Space: 3-Day Major Mechanical Guarantee<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/terms-of-service\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">Remarket Space: Terms of Service<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.remarketspace.com\/how-it-works\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">Remarket Space: How it works<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><em>General information, not legal or tax advice. Auction terms change, so confirm the current terms on the listing and the guarantee page before you bid.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most car auction sales are final and sold as is. Here is when you can get money back, what the Remarket Space 3-Day Major Mechanical Guarantee covers, and what to do if the car you won is broken.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":21320,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[39],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-762","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-auction-tips"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v22.3 (Yoast SEO v28.8) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Can You Return a Car Bought at Auction? 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