Thursday, August 6, 2009

The good, honest auto mechanic


These are a rare breed. When you find one, make sure you save the digits.

About two weeks ago, I took my pony to the local oil/lube franchise for the three month oil change. I wasn't surprised when they told me it was time for new brakes and rotors with an estimate of $399. I could do that; however, every penny scrimped and saved is a penny towards a visit to my daughter.

I called the mechanic who lives way out where God lost his shoe, and he said he could do the job for $200, $225 tops. Plenty enough savings to justify the ride out to the boondocks.

Well, guess what. My car is ready and the total cost is $149. Don't tell his wife, but I am guilty of secretly being in luv with my grease monkey.

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