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john
316 days ago
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Mechanics liens vary per state did the seller show you the documentation showing that the lien gave them proper and legal ownership?
Customer
316 days ago
No, I have not seen the physical lien
This was all done through messagingThe car is in California in a mechanic's shop
john
316 days ago
I would verify documentation and verify with the motor vehicle division in california before purchase
Customer
316 days ago
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
john
316 days ago
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
Customer
316 days ago
Alrighty John, thank you so much for your help. Take care and stay safe :) Appreciate your time!
john
316 days ago
Best of luck
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