Legal Question in Consumer Law in California

Can't get my mechanic to fix a problem he caused

In December 1999 I bought an used car (1964 Pontiac in

what appeared to be very good condition) from my

mechanic. He gave me the car and asked me to bring it

back in a few weeks so he could repair a hose - but

the hose burst and caused problems that lead to engine

failure. He took the car back in mid-January and said

he would fix it, and has been promising to fix it

since, as well as come up with a bunch of excuses why

he hasn't.

I've been calling relentlessly but the car is still

sitting on the street. What are my rights in thi


Asked on 5/24/00, 9:11 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Alvin Lundgren Alvin R. Lundgren, L.C.

Re: Can't get my mechanic to fix a problem he caused

Warn him that you will take him to small claims court. Give him a couple of weeks maximum to get the job done. Then if he does not get the car fixed sue him.

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Answered on 7/06/00, 6:15 pm


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