Professor Richard M. Alderman, Associate Dean at the University of
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A. Basically, yes. If a mechanic repairs a car and is not paid, the mechanic has a lien on the car and may keep it until payment. If payment is not made, the mechanic has the right to sell the car.
I should also point out that a mechanic generally loses the lien if he lets you have the car. The major exception is if you pay with a check that bounces. In that case, the mechanic may repossess the car.