Simmons v. Boros

Hill, Chief Justice.

We granted certiorari to answer the following questions: “What is the correct measure of damages in a suit for the breach of a contract to repair an automobile? Was the correct measure of damages applied by the trial court in granting a directed verdict?” Simmons v. Boros, 176 Ga. App. 346 (335 SE2d 662) (1985).

Bobby D. Simmons purchased a used Fiat Spyder and three weeks later contracted with Jeno Boros to repair the motor for $500 plus the cost of parts. Boros agreed to a warranty on the repair of the motor, for 60 days or 600 miles. Boros then repaired the car and the…