Life is an adventure

It seems life was not complicated enough. My transmission is acting up, and even if it does not end up resulting in a new transmission, just finding out what the problem is has already cost me almost $600. A new transmission is likely to reach or exceed $2000, and that does not include the $700 I should really spend on the major scheduled service that is due.

I need a $3000 auto bill like I need a hole in my head!

And all of this while I am on assignment in Danville, for which I need to drive to. It is a good thing I have been been able to bum rides to and from work off of very thoughtful friends.

Edit: Just got the call from the dealer...
Transmission repair = $1400
Regular maintenance = $700
Spent already at the garage I first took it to = $90
Total = $2390

OUCH!