Here's a lawyer friend. I don't think litigation offers you anything here.
I also think any threat of legal action will sour things quickly, for now
they are just bad. If you are in different states, or at great distance,
small claims probably isn't economic. Plus (or minus) winning is one thing,
collecting is another. There are no debtor's prisons. If he says things are
hard, they will put him on a $10.00 a week payment plan.
First make up your own mind that it isn't going anywhere. Next call him and
be somewhat sympathetic, explain that it has really become a problem to
him, you're sure he's busy, but you are pressed for time and you'd like to
make arrangements to get the car out of there.
An alternative, if you are at some distance, call his local police. Explain
that you sent the car long distance, that cooperation isn't forthcoming,
and you are a little worried. Just ask them to stop by and verify that the
car is actually there. That would probably speed things along, but I would
first determine that you want the car out of there. If you know your local
police, a police to police call from them might go easier.
Tom Faust
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