By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
World of SoftwareWorld of SoftwareWorld of Software
  • News
  • Software
  • Mobile
  • Computing
  • Gaming
  • Videos
  • More
    • Gadget
    • Web Stories
    • Trending
    • Press Release
Search
  • Privacy
  • Terms
  • Advertise
  • Contact
Copyright © All Rights Reserved. World of Software.
Reading: Driver out $575 & can’t get his car back after dropping it off at mechanic
Share
Sign In
Notification Show More
Font ResizerAa
World of SoftwareWorld of Software
Font ResizerAa
  • Software
  • Mobile
  • Computing
  • Gadget
  • Gaming
  • Videos
Search
  • News
  • Software
  • Mobile
  • Computing
  • Gaming
  • Videos
  • More
    • Gadget
    • Web Stories
    • Trending
    • Press Release
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
  • Privacy
  • Terms
  • Advertise
  • Contact
Copyright © All Rights Reserved. World of Software.
World of Software > News > Driver out $575 & can’t get his car back after dropping it off at mechanic
News

Driver out $575 & can’t get his car back after dropping it off at mechanic

News Room
Last updated: 2025/05/06 at 12:49 PM
News Room Published 6 May 2025
Share
SHARE

A DRIVER has been scammed out of hundreds of dollars after leaving his beloved car with a fraudulent mechanic.

Juan Agosto left his cherished Jeep with a mechanic he found on social media and got stuck with a $575 bill.

3

A driver dropped off his Jeep at a mechanic after the transmission failedCredit: Instagram/justinbieber
Photo of a couple standing in front of a Jeep.

3

After taking a $575 deposit from the driver, the mechanic never returned the vehicleCredit: Instagram/justinbieber
Mugshot of Carlos Eduardo Mireles.

3

The mechanic was charged with aggregate theft after allegedly selling $40,000 worth of stolen auto partsCredit: Instagram/justinbieber

When his car broke down in December 2023, Agosto handed it over to Carlos Mireles, a mechanic located on Chippewa Boulevard in northwest Harris County, Texas.

As a Jeep enthusiast, he was heartbroken to find out that his vehicle’s transmission had failed, but was eager to get it fixed and get back on the road, as reported by ABC affiliate KTRK-TV.

Agosto made an initial payment of $575 after Mireles assured him it would be a quick repair job.

“He told me, ‘Yeah, don’t worry about it, simple rebuild. We should have it done in a week,'” Agosto explained.

Over weeks, the mechanic slowly ghosted the driver, leaving his messages unanswered.

A year later, Agosto finally decided to check out the mechanic’s shop, only to find that the entire business and his beloved Jeep had disappeared.

“I should have known this was a scam,” Agosto said.

Nearly two years after his car initially broke down, Agosto got a call from someone who had identified him using information inside the Jeep’s glovebox compartment.

The caller told him to check out Mireles’ new auto shop, located on Deer Trail, if he wanted to get his car back.

Agosto said he had threatened to call the police on Mireles before, but that had not fazed him at all.

Dealership owner blasted over two-year ‘dashboard change’ ploy as part of scheme that costs drivers $1 billion a yea

“When I threatened that I was going to call the cops, he pretty much laughed at me and said, ‘That happens to me all the time. They can’t do anything to me,'” Agosto said.

This was not an isolated incident — several other drivers who frequented Mireles’ shop had similar experiences.

“I just don’t know how he keeps doing this to people and is able to sleep. It’s heartless,” Agosto said.

However, everything changed when Agosto received a call about a case report he filed on Mireles.

Dealership Tips

Here are some expert tips when purchasing a car from a dealership lot:

  • 1. Set your price: Ensure you’ve calculated your monthly budget before going to the lot. You should include the car’s loan payment, insurance costs, fuel, and regular maintenance.
  • 2. Research: Make sure you know which cars you’re interested in test driving before you reach the dealership.
  • 3. Pre-approval: Secure financing before you go to the dealership. Dealerships may give you a better interest rate if they are competing with an outside bank.
  • 4. Test away: Get behind the wheel before making any payments. A car purchase will be worth thousands of dollars – drivers should ensure they like the drivetrain, steering feel, and comfort of the car before taking it off the lot
  • 5. Haggle: Drivers should always try to negotiate the price. There are so many good cars on the American market – buyers have a strong hand when negotiating price.

Source: Kelley Blue Book

In April 2025, the scamming mechanic was charged with aggregate theft, according to court documents.

He was also accused of stripping the cars he stole, which brought in over $40,000 from at least four different customers.

Authorities have not confirmed if other victims were able to get their vehicles back.

The mechanic was caught by authorities while allegedly driving a car with a fake license plate.

Experts urge drivers to do their research before handing over their vehicle at the dealership.

Having a rough estimate of how much the repair might cost will help drivers feel more confident when writing a check to their auto dealer.

Sign Up For Daily Newsletter

Be keep up! Get the latest breaking news delivered straight to your inbox.
By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Share This Article
Facebook Twitter Email Print
Share
What do you think?
Love0
Sad0
Happy0
Sleepy0
Angry0
Dead0
Wink0
Previous Article NunssVsn10.2fnusynguk
Next Article Save up to $370 on Apple’s latest MacBook Pros at Amazon
Leave a comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Stay Connected

248.1k Like
69.1k Follow
134k Pin
54.3k Follow

Latest News

Four alternatives after Joann closures as chain’s brands are still on shelves
News
Haier to launch “world’s first lazy person washing machine” with triple-drum design · TechNode
Computing
Major mobile brand to DELETE accounts in weeks unless users act now
News
How to Use Original Content to Go Viral on TikTok & IG Reels
Computing

You Might also Like

News

Four alternatives after Joann closures as chain’s brands are still on shelves

6 Min Read
News

Major mobile brand to DELETE accounts in weeks unless users act now

4 Min Read
News

Government using national security as ‘smokescreen’ in Apple encryption row | Computer Weekly

8 Min Read
News

Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for June 12 #262

3 Min Read
//

World of Software is your one-stop website for the latest tech news and updates, follow us now to get the news that matters to you.

Quick Link

  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of use
  • Advertise
  • Contact

Topics

  • Computing
  • Software
  • Press Release
  • Trending

Sign Up for Our Newsletter

Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly!

World of SoftwareWorld of Software
Follow US
Copyright © All Rights Reserved. World of Software.
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?