I bought a car from a mechanic. He put in writing that I could trade in the car if I was not happy. I informed him that I want a better car. Now he is never in and unreachable by phone.
2006-08-08 02:08:07 · 16 answers · asked by Zella G 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Buying & Selling
1. Certified letter to mechanic (signature required).
Letter must state a deadline for reply (10 business days should suffice) and that his reply must be IN WRITING.
2. Certified letter to mechanic (signature required).
Letter must state that the deadline has passed and that you will be seeking legal counsel for assistance if you do not hear from him immediately (again, in writing).
3. Obtain counsel and pursue further.
2006-08-08 02:14:23 · answer #1 · answered by Mister Bob the Tomato 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if u want him to honor his word, there are two options, 1 would be document every attempt to reach him by phone or in person then go talk to a lawyer. 2 could be this, go to his place of business and start talking to his customers, when he is talkin to them, stand there and pretend you work for him, they will wonder what u are doing there and he will feel very uncomfortable. when he tells them about this trade in crap, just clear your throat real loud and say, " and thats why i am here, to tell you all about this program." he will not know whether to let you speak to the customer, or to pull you aside and ask u what u want, tell him if he doesn't honor his word, you will do this daily. he will have to then or you will ruin other business opportunities he has.
2006-08-08 02:49:33 · answer #2 · answered by sunflower23 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For a situation like this, consult your local phone book (or Internet) for Attorney's who give free consultations. Take a pad and pen with you and write down everything. Relay it to the mechanic when you finally get ahold of him and it 'should' do the trick... you may just wind up having to hire the attorney tho.
2006-08-08 02:12:46 · answer #3 · answered by The::Mega 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
About the only choice you have will be to sue him. Check with your local Small Claims Court and see if your case would qualify for it. It is cheap to file and gets the job done. If you have it in writing and signed by him, you stand a very good chance of winning.
2006-08-08 02:14:49 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make a copy of the document and call up an attourney. If you have a written agreement it is considered a contract. Enjoy your new car.
2006-08-08 02:12:32 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In California, you call the Dept. of Consumer Affairs Bureau of Automotive Repair. There should be an equivalent where you live.
'nuff said?
2006-08-08 02:12:34 · answer #6 · answered by Mr. Peachy® 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as you are under the time limit on his warranty... get a lawyer. Just make sure the lawyer fees are included in the settlement!
2006-08-08 02:16:00 · answer #7 · answered by MadMaxx 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a lawyer. Send a certified letter.
2006-08-08 02:11:37 · answer #8 · answered by jgcii 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check out the Movie "The Mask"
2006-08-08 02:12:48 · answer #9 · answered by rastus7742 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If he put it in writing he is legally responsible to follow through. Tell he to fullfil the agreement or you will take him to court.
2006-08-08 02:13:58 · answer #10 · answered by kspauldinghome 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋