Am I entitled to get my car deposit back?

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I recently put down a $1000 deposit on a vehicle that is at a dealership out of state. The vehicle that I put the deposit down on is “in transit” and is not technically on the lot.
It’s been two months since I put down the deposit and the vehicle is still “in transit” so I am wanting to go with another vehicle that is available now.
The deposit was done over the phone via credit card and no contract etc was signed. I realize now that this probably wasn’t the smartest thing to do but I also wasn’t expecting the vehicle to take months to arrive. The receipt does not state whether the deposit was refundable or non-refundable.
Am I entitled to get my deposit back?

Aganju · Answer

Assuming it was not a scam, the dealer should be willing to give you the money back.
Worst case, if he declines, call your credit card company and tell them that the seller didn’t deliver as agreed, and cancel the charge.

Am I entitled to get my car deposit back?

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