Well, I know what I'm spending my museum earnings on. I got estimates yesterday on the car, and I think I found my shop, but it's going to cost $3K. $300 more if I decide to replace a couple of banged-up bumpers. I really like the shop's owner, though; he seems very honest and straightforward, and his reviews on Yelp are excellent. I think he'll do a good job. He was very excited about my car, and even said he would like to buy it when I'm ready to sell.
The shop will need to have the car for at least nine days, and wouldn't be able to take it right away. I'm planning a weekend trip to Michigan on the 24-25th, so I'll take it in after I get back. It will mean I'll have to take public transportation to my job at least once.
The good news is that the car is internally in good shape, both under the hood and inside the doors, so once I get a good protective coat back on it, it should, with any luck, last the four more years I need from it.
While I was out, I stopped at Aldi and bought a few groceries for $6.
I didn't get any work done yesterday, which means today I have to devote two hours to it, or I'll start falling behind!
I think I got the insurance issue resolved, too. I finally spoke to someone who said she would fax the needed documents to the lender. I hope I will hear no more of it.
I also sent out the checks to my siblings and niece/nephews -- their share of my mother's unclaimed property. I'm hanging on to my brother's though, since I'll see him in person soon.
Today's menu:
Breakfast: Biscuits & Greek yogurt & clementine
Lunch: Pizza bread
Dinner: French onion soup, veggies
Painting the Car
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For that reason I'm not interested in a cheap spray job that will peel off in a year. I'm getting it done right. I've learned through some bad experiences that it's cheaper in the long run to pay professional rates and get professional results and guarantees.
As for the length of time, that surprised me, too. But I do remember getting some minor body work done just on the back after a minor fender-bender, years ago, and it took two weeks! I live in a VERY populous area; I assume there is a high demand.
I don't think I'll need a loaner; I have many options for getting around, and practically everything I need within walking distance. The only challenge will be getting to the museum, but I can ride the El for that.
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