Screwed by car buyer!

[SoCalMom1]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? CA

I had sold my car last year in November to a guy in Portland, OR. He came down here and picked up the car and drove it back to Portland. We had agreed that he would pay us an extra $900 for the car after he would receive the pink slip from us in addition to the selling price (long story). I do have this in writing signed by him. He now refuses to pay the extra money. I also contacted a lawyer and he sent him a letter stating that he is in "breach of contract" and needs to pay the extra money. He refuses to pay! I was wondering if I should now contact a collection agency or should I file with small claims court? The problem is, that it is out of state and it will make it harder going through small claims court. I really don't want to travel to Portland to represent the case. But I want him to pay the money (I know it is not a lot). Which collection agency would help me with this? Any advice?

Thanks so much in advance

[JETX]

Debt collectors are useless for these debts. All the debtor has to do is send them a 'cease and desist' letter and the collector must STOP.

You need to file a lawsuit against the buyer and get a judgment. Then, use that judgment to seize any non-exempt assets he has.

Did you ever transfer the title into his name?? If not, the vehicle is still yours. Go get it and let HIM worry about how to resolve.