Have paid £200 pound deposit on car but found cheaper one elsewhere. Can I have my deposit back?

Question

Have paid £200 pound deposit on car but found cheaper one elsewhere. Can I have my deposit back?

Answer 1

You can ask, but I doubt it, and certainly don't mention the reason. The cheaper one you found may not necessarily be better (unless they're both new). The seller will rightly say you paid to secure his car, preventing him selling it to someone else.

Answer 2

Like the last answer said you can ask but probably not, and dont tell them why you want it back. Also make sure its at least as good of a car or alot cheaper before you give up your 200.

Answer 3

depends where you bought it from... garage or private seller and whether the deposit was non refundable or not