Auto Body Service Contract

AUTO BODY SERVICE CONTRACT

This Auto Body Service Contract ("Agreement") is entered into by and between Client Name: and Service Provider Name: . Agreement Date:

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Client delivers the vehicle described below to Service Provider for inspection, repair, restoration and related services as further described in this Agreement; and

WHEREAS, Service Provider represents that it is duly qualified and experienced in performing automotive body repair and related services and agrees to perform such services in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth herein; and

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements contained herein, the parties agree as follows.

VEHICLE INFORMATION

SCOPE OF WORK

Service Provider shall perform the work described below on the vehicle identified above. The work shall include labor, parts, materials and other services incidental to completion of the repairs. Service Provider shall perform work in a professional manner consistent with industry standards.

ESTIMATE, PARTS & ACCESSORIES

Service Provider will provide an estimate for parts and labor. Estimates are not guaranteed if additional damage is discovered. Client authorizes Service Provider to proceed with additional repairs up to: beyond the estimate without further authorization.

PAYMENT TERMS

Client shall pay all charges for services, parts and materials in accordance with this Agreement. Payment shall be made in full as set forth below unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Late Payment: Unpaid balances shall incur a late fee of . Client is responsible for collection costs, including reasonable attorney fees, if Service Provider must seek legal remedy to collect unpaid charges.

INSURANCE AND ASSIGNMENT

Client represents whether repair will be paid by insurance. Client authorizes Service Provider to communicate with Client's insurer for purposes of claims handling and assignment of benefits as follows:

Client assigns insurance benefits to Service Provider for payment of covered repairs

TERM AND TERMINATION

This Agreement commences on Start Date: and shall continue until completion of the agreed Scope of Work or until End Date: , unless earlier terminated as provided below.

Either party may terminate this Agreement for material breach by the other party if such breach is not cured within days following written notice. Termination shall not affect Client's obligation to pay for services performed and materials acquired prior to termination.

CONFIDENTIALITY

Each party shall keep confidential all non-public information received from the other party in connection with this Agreement, and shall not disclose such information to any third party except as necessary to perform its obligations hereunder or as required by law. Confidential information does not include information that is publicly available or independently developed without use of the other party's confidential information.

WARRANTY; LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Service Provider warrants that work performed under this Agreement shall be free from defects in workmanship for a period of 90 days from completion, except for defects arising from pre-existing conditions or subsequent damage. Parts installed may carry separate manufacturer warranties. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED IN THIS AGREEMENT, SERVICE PROVIDER DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

IN NO EVENT SHALL SERVICE PROVIDER BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF USE, OR LOSS OF BUSINESS, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SERVICE PROVIDER'S AGGREGATE LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL AMOUNTS PAID BY CLIENT UNDER THIS AGREEMENT.

LIEN FOR REPAIRS

Client acknowledges that Service Provider may have and retains a mechanic's or storage lien on the vehicle for unpaid charges for repairs, storage, parts and other services performed pursuant to this Agreement. If payment is not made when due, Service Provider may exercise its rights under applicable law to enforce the lien, including sale of the vehicle after providing required notices.

AUTHORIZATION & RELEASE

Client hereby authorizes Service Provider to perform the repairs and to order parts and supplies as required. Client is responsible for advising Service Provider of any special equipment, warranties or liens affecting the vehicle prior to commencement of work. Client releases Service Provider from liability for loss or damage not caused by Service Provider's gross negligence or willful misconduct.

INDEMNIFICATION

Client shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless Service Provider and its agents, employees and contractors from and against any claims, liabilities, losses or expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising out of Client's breach of this Agreement, Client's misrepresentations, or Client's negligence, except to the extent caused by Service Provider's gross negligence or willful misconduct.

GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of , without regard to its conflict of laws principles.

ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Agreement, including any written estimates or attachments expressly incorporated herein, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, understandings, negotiations and discussions, whether oral or written. No amendment or waiver shall be effective unless in writing and signed by both parties.

NOTICES

ADDITIONAL TERMS

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