Ed wants to give Howard his old car,but Howard says he doesn't want it.Howard later reconsiders and tells Ed he does want the car.His previous repudiation means there is no gift,and Howard has no rights in the car.

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A gift is not complete until it is accepted by the donee. Howard's initial repudiation of the gift meant that there was no acceptance, and therefore no gift. His later reconsideration did not create a new gift, as the original offer had already lapsed.

Ed Wants to Give Howard His Old Car,but Howard Says