So, this morning I go out to my car to head to work. The car doesn't start.
I'm waiting on a cab right now. $32 one way + tip.
When is this going to end???
I hate to say it, but taking my dad and grandma up on their offer is sounding more and more appealing - though I don't know that I could even qualify for a car loan right now.
Ugh and double ugh!!!!
Not Again!!!!!!!
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E's guy quoted me $375 for alternator and labor. I'm going to call pepboys and see what they'd charge.
If the alternator does fix it, I'm thinking I might start looking for something newer. I'd have to dip into my school money, but I'm already doing that now with all these repairs and rental car, etc.
E offered to lease me his extra vehicle - it's a ford explorer - so similar in size to my dads vehicle which I hate driving and guzzles gas.
Ugh!!
September 3rd, 2009 at 03:57 pm 1251993435
How nice of E!
I don't think I'd be rash on the new car thing. Fix the alternator and it may run 100k miles without another problem! Just give it some space and time - and don't rush into anything.
September 3rd, 2009 at 04:49 pm 1251996597
I called Pepboys and they were going to charge 330 including towing. But my dad pointed out that we're just guessing that it's the alternator. So I called the other mechanic and am going to have my car towed there. My mom is going to pick up my car key and leave it in my car so the tow truck can get it this afternoon.
Talking about another car is more my frustration talking than anything else.
September 3rd, 2009 at 11:40 pm 1252021236
I wouldn't drive someones car before you put insurance on it, if something happens they could say nope did not barrow her the car (because they dont want a premium increase) then you are stuck paying for damages to two vehicles and maybe criminal charges when the insurance should pay for it.
This happened to a friend of my husband.
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I wouldn't normally do the dealer thing, but... I have found that it is easier to get things taken care of there if they keep trying to fix but are not successful. Or find a NEW mechanic who comes with recommendations, even if it's more expensive than the other guy... it could save money in the long run.
September 4th, 2009 at 03:20 am 1252034417
It isn't a Honda dealer, but a place that deals strictly with Hondas and Accuras? (I think.) This place does come pretty highly recommended - besides the car rental guy, I've found some other people who've used them and highly regard their work.
I'll be taking my car over after work tomorrow. Using my last free call to Roadside (until Sept 23 when my year starts again.) Then towing my car to the mechanics, and then my mom will be taking me to their house for the weekend.
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Jerry
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September 8th, 2009 at 02:50 am 1252378201
Sicily,
I can imagine all that traveling would add up the mileage pretty quickly on a car.