[Lynn]

In Oklahoma, that would be a mechanic's lien, or what is sometimes referred to as a possessory lien. Same lien laws apply for repair or storage.

Lien holder does have a right to sell the property, but must, among other thiings:

1. Run the vin by the police dept where they will check to make sure the car has never been reported stolen,

2. Send certified mail to the owner of record, as well as any other "interested party", such as a prior lien holder. The person conducting the sale has an affirmative duty to request the name and address of the current record owner from the tax commission.

Don't know if your state has the same stringent requirements.

Bill, is the car still registered in your name?

Where do you live (what state?).