Vehicle Repair Shop Liability

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In Colorado, auto repair shops must provide written estimates for work over $100 and cannot exceed the estimate by more than 10% without consent. They are responsible for the vehicles care while in their possession. Contact the Colorado Attorney Generals Office for further assistance.

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I had a shop do repairs on my vehicle and when finished the bill was beyond my means so I had to leave it with them until it was paid off. When I went to make the final payment and pick it up we found out it had been vandalized and now they want me to pay to have them fix it. Am I responsible for this or are they?
Hello **** ****, I understand your situation. However, to provide accurate legal guidance, could you please tell me the location or state where this incident took place? Laws may vary according to location.
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Hello **** ****. In Colorado, the Auto Repair Act states:
- Shops must provide customers with a written estimate for work over $*.
- They must obtain your consent before exceeding the estimate by more than *%.
- Shops are responsible for your vehicle's care while in their possession.
Contact the Colorado Attorney General's Office for assistance.
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I apologize for the inconvenience, ****. Here's the information in brief:
- Under Colorado's Auto Repair Act, shops must provide written estimates for work over $*.
- They can't exceed the estimate by more than *% without your consent.
- Shops are responsible for your vehicle while it's in their possession.
- Contact Colorado Attorney General's Office for help.