- Negotiate with the mechanic. ...
- Shop around. ...
- Barter with someone who's handy. ...
- Get a personal loan from a family member or friend. ...
- Use a credit card. ...
- Sell personal items for quick cash.
Do dealerships do financing for repairs?
Some car dealerships now arrange customer financing for vehicle repairs. Auto consumers regularly get loans through dealerships to buy vehicles and related aftermarket products. Put service-work loans on that list of financial products.Mar 9, 2016
What to do when you cant afford to fix your car?
- Talk to Your Mechanic.
- Get a Second Opinion.
- Buy Used Parts.
- Check Your Warranty.
- DIY.
- Make Payments.
- Sell Your Car.
- Tear-A-Part Can Help.
Can a garage keep my car if I don't pay?
Yes. It's called a "Lien." If a mechanic or shop or dealership does work FOR you on your vehicle, and you refuse to pay for that work, they can, and will keep your car until you do.