There are a number of options. You could do what she asks. Had you borrowed from a commercial lender, and they repossessed the car based on your breach of the agreement, they would sell it at auction, and could get a judgment against you for the difference in what it sells for and what is owed. However, it is unlikely that they could collect the judgment from you if you do not voluntarily pay it. One option is to just ignore her request. Even if you are legally responsible for the difference in what it sells for and what you originally borrowed, she would have to sue you to get a judgment. However, since she repossessed the vehicle, If you were in compliance with your verbal agreement, she has breached the agreement, and you probably have no legal obligation to do anything further. Your rights and responsibilities in this matter depend on what was agreed upon, and who breached the agreement. However, ultimately, if you are liable, all she can get against you is a judgment.
Answered on Sep 17th, 2012 at 10:40 PM