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the_ENEMY_ t1_j9tqr1q wrote

Reply to comment by eagleeyes221 in bridgeport firefighters catalyst converter stolen at fire dept by Technical_Success987

The mechanic offered to replace the empty space with a straight pipe. The price difference would probably be huge

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headphase t1_j9tvlyr wrote

Did you sign a liability waiver from the mechanic? IANAL but I feel like they should be responsible for replacing the cat because they failed to adequately secure your car (not your fault).

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the_ENEMY_ t1_j9tw1ea wrote

The sad part is a window was smashed to loot the inside. I went and bought a new window piece and gave it to him. Over a month went by and he didn't fix it and then boom, cat gone too. I brought it there to have the computer replaced only since it wasn't starting up every time. Now there's 3 things fucked with it.

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headphase t1_j9tywt7 wrote

Sounds like a perfect use for small claims court (depending on how detailed your contracts/receipts are)

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the_ENEMY_ t1_j9u23ar wrote

Yeah zero contracts. I've never been to a mechanic that writes anything up before work. They tell you what they need to do, do it and you pay them. Course I don't go to any fancy dealers or anything I drive cars that aren't worth high end repairs... Sadly

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Geezer__345 t1_j9ueget wrote

Bicycles are stolen for the same reason, and Scrap Yards, and some Bike Shops, will purchase them, no questions asked; Bicycles also don't have VIN numbers.

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CiforDayZServer t1_j9tyof2 wrote

Most shops make you sign the estimate which says they’re not liable for any damages or theft that happens to your car while in their property.

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eagleeyes221 t1_j9treds wrote

That is a very hefty fine if you're caught and the car isnt over 25 years old. Just be aware of that

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the_ENEMY_ t1_j9trqoo wrote

Yikes. It's a 2001. Guess it can sit for a few more years.

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CiforDayZServer t1_j9tz50k wrote

I think the cat needs to be there regardless age if it was originally equipped on the vehicle. It’s all the way back to the 70s when they started coming in all cars.

Having said that, you don’t need to get your emissions checked on cars older that 25 years, so there’s no opportunity for it to be caught on inspection. But I’m fairly sure the cops can charge you for it if they catch you.

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