Hi there, I was just wondering if it was possible to buy ...


Hi there, I was just wondering if it was possible to buy a car with a mechani's lien on it? The car was abandoned at the shop Mechanic's Assistant: What is the make/model/year of your car? It is a 2019 toyota [corolla](/t...

Hi there, I was just wondering if it was possible to buy a car with a mechani's lien on it? The car was abandoned at the shop Mechanic's Assistant: What is the make/model/year of your car? It is a 2019 toyota [corolla](/topics-corolla/) Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your Corolla yourself? What have you tried so far? The mechanic said that the shop put a lien on it, but i would need to register the car before getting a title I would need to purchase it before trying to fix it Mechanic's Assistant: Anything else you want the Mechanic to know before I connect you? No. i think that's all the details I have for now Thank you for your help Pearl!

Automotive Expert
Hello and thank you for using JustAnswer. My name is \*\*\*\*\* \*\*\*\*\* I will do my best to assist you. During this conversation you will be given an automated offer for a phone call. You may accept or decline that offer. They are sent thru by Justanswer and not me. So Please IGNORE them unless your PREFER a PHONE CHAT! I’m sorry that you’re having trouble with your vehicle. I will do my best to help you resolve them. Please understand that I do not know your knowledge or capabilities so I may need to ask questions to find out basic information to help solve your specific problem. My aim is to give you the best service possible and to help you. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to let me know. Sometimes it may take a moment for me to respond because I may have to look up information about your concern. I appreciate your patience and will provide responses as soon as possible. Mechanics liens vary per state did the seller show you the documentation showing that the lien gave them proper and legal ownership?

No, I have not seen the physical lien This was all done through messagingThe car is in California in a mechanic's shop
Automotive Expert
I would verify documentation and verify with the motor vehicle division in california before purchase

Is the motor vehicle division the same as the dmv? I've tried to contact dmv but can never get ahold of someoneI have the vin and ran a vehicle history report, the title is clean but I do not know who is the rightful owner to the vehicle
Automotive Expert
yes the dmv ..in order to run a mechanics lien they need to show proof money owed and it all gets documented they should have documentation showing ownership

Alrighty John, thank you so much for your help. Take care and stay safe :) Appreciate your time!
Automotive Expert
Best of luck

What others are asking

New starter making grinding noise.
Throughout my experiences working on them, I have come to learn that grinding sounds coming from Ford trucks are actually not that uncommon. There can be a few different solutions to eliminate these noises depending on what part is doing...
Car won't turn off; can't get key out of ignition
If your car is not turning off, and you are unable to remove the key, that may be sign that the ignition lock, or possibly switch, has gone bad. A failed ignition lock or switch can sometimes fail, and jam...
Car jerking at 25 MPH
Hello. From what you describe, it sound like your transmission is slipping. The first thing to check would be the transmission fluid level. If the level is low, it will need to be topped up to the full level. If...
Leaking rubber fuel line
That is most likely the injection pump feed line that is leaking. This line, if leaking, will need to be replaced (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-injection-lines-replacement). The key must be off and out of the ignition to prevent accidental startup of the fuel feed...
Kia Sedona has grinding sound when brake and release; signs of brake pad deteriorated
Always replace the front both or rear both at the same time. If the problem is just the pads, then you may need rotors also. I would do a complete inspection (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/grinding-noise-when-braking-inspection) of all the brakes, and replace all of...
Dash lights wont turn off.
It sounds like you may have an internal short within your light switch assembly caused by water intrusion. Having your dash lights on all night is what killed your battery (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/battery-is-dead-inspection). A certified technician, like one from YourMechanic, will be...
How to change fahrenheit to celsius( sonata limited white navigation sistem)
I would recommend going into the settings menu on your head unit. Once you have found the settings menu, locate the settings for the thermometer. Once these settings have been located, you should be prompted to change the measurement from...
One of my front tires is angled different now that I hit a rock. Could an alignment fix it? 2007 Mercedes C230
Hello - you are correct, an alignment is not going to properly repair this damage. There may be a bent or otherwise damaged suspension control arm (lower) (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-control-arm-assembly) or tie rod. I recommend a steering and suspension inspection (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/brakes-steering-and-suspension-inspection) performed...
I think the immobilizer has gone on.
The engine will not start when the immobilizer system is active. Check the key to the vehicle and see if there is a remote to it. If there is a remote, then I suggest replacing the battery in the remote...