Sorry you had such a crappy experience but at least you got a deal still sounds like. I have heard from some pretty reliable sources that there is no such thing as a fully non-refundable deposit in Alberta for automotive dealerships but I'm still not sure if that's true.
I did work previous for a trailer dealership for a spin, only time we ever required a non-refundable deposit was if someone special ordered a bastard of a trailer that'd be undesirable to the average customer. Otherwise no need to get rich off keeping people's $500 but seems some they do.
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And unlike the clock on the wall at your momma house, I do not have time to hang.
So OP (tbiddy), what was the end result. Did you get your deposit back, complete the deal at the previously agreed price with PST in, or pay the dealer price plus PST.
Should give Ken O a call. You'll have your money by the weekend.
That might be a very good idea!
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There's some pretty good members on here that offer fairly reliable legal advice, so I would wait for them to chime in.
But from my own experience, I know for a fact that there is a 48-hour "Cooling off" period on all contracts signed in Alberta. Regardless of a deposit being made.
I would call them in the morning, state that fact, and tell them clearly that you are canceling the contract and you will be paying no stupid fees that they congur up. I would also tell them that you will be in later to get your deposit put back on your card if they can't do it without your card present.
My bet is they will knock the 6% off to keep the deal.
There is no cooling off period in Alberta. Once you sign and it's funded, that's it. You own the vehicle. As for deposits, no Legislation in place to back that.
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