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Can a private seller say 'no returns' when selling a car?

A private sale normally has fewer buyer remedies than a dealer sale, but the seller still must not misrepresent the car.

'No returns' does not make knowingly false statements acceptable. Obtain the seller's factual claims about mileage, ownership and condition in writing, and inspect the vehicle carefully before paying. A fault alone does not automatically give a private buyer a refund right.

Source / reference: nidirect — Buying a new or used car · checked 6 November 2026

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