Probably has a different LLC for the "restoration" stuff. That's how he can say with a straight face that US Car Tool doesn't owe you anything if in fact that is what has been said. Him and however many LLC he may own or control are all separate entities just like you and I are.
I'm pretty sure this should be a matter of public record so you should be able to find out how many other LLC's if any he owns. Being as he might be a less than stand up guy, don't be surprised if there is in fact a different LLC that you contracted with, and that somebody else in his family ie his wife etc and not him, owns it.
