Legal Question in Business Law in California

Auto body shop took my car in for repair to a VW Dealer.

They charged $140/hour of labor. Total cost came out to $1400. All of it including labor for a $25 part.

I was deployed during this and upon arrival back into the states, I came across this $1400 invoice that needed to be paid or I wouldn't get the car back.

The auto body shop told me the price would be around $200 total. I did not sign any authorization form for any amount and the auto body shop authorized the repairs.

Is this legal? I was expecting a $200 invoice and the total came to $1400! Can the auto repair shop pay the difference.


Asked on 7/06/12, 10:00 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

If you can't settle this privately to your satisfaction, you could contact CA Bureau of Automotive Repair for their help. Report the overcharge dispute.

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Answered on 7/10/12, 12:59 pm


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