Stopped Engine
Monday, February 2nd, 2009The mechanic told me that the engine wouldn’t turn over so I’ve effectively destroyed my poor engine. This is probably due to my procrastination to take it to the mechanic for preventative maintenance.
I could get a new engine (a coworker mentioned I could get one for $600 + installation costs) but the clutch will need to be replaced at some point soon (it has the same one from 92), the emergency brake has been broken and the tires are bald.
All this would be a LOT more than what I paid for this car.
Fortunately I take the metro to work and this ‘solves’ the issue regarding lack of parking in my neighborhood… but now I have no transportation for my social life.
Yikes. = (
I can’t afford a car at all. I can’t get a loan to buy a new one. Plus I need to get another job to be able to start paying off my credit debt.
Ugh. Well, I decided a few days ago that I was going to take risks in the month of February.. not having a car in Los Angeles will lead to many risks. Taking the bus all the time, asking friends for rides..
It is odd.. I’ve been praying to improve my patience for things, explore the city, spend more time with my friends.. and this is the result.
I’ve often hated asking friends for rides, but I suppose paying them to take me places is the closest thing I can do for my social life.
Hmm.. now I’ll REALLY have to get a bike.