Strother Ford, Inc. v. First National Bank of Atlanta

Weltner, Justice.

1. We granted certiorari to determine whether under the facts of this case a mechanic may impress a lien upon a leased automobile. First Nat. Bank of Atlanta v. Strother Ford, 186 Ga. App. 16 (366 SE2d 307) (1988).

2. The lease provides:

[Lessee is] responsible for the maintenance, servicing and repair of the Vehicle in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and as necessary to maintain the Vehicle in conformity with the Standards for Wear and Use. [Lessor is] not responsible for any maintenance or servicing of any kind whatsoever.

3. The lessor, having imposed upon…