A Mechanic Tried to Charge Me $8,000, Thinking I Was Just a Clueless Old Woman — What I Pulled from My Purse Wiped the Smile off His Face

evidence supports that?”

“It was a preliminary estimate.”

I tapped the total.

“Eight thousand dollars is very specific for something preliminary.”

Maris looked at Brent.

“Did you test the cylinders?”

He swallowed.

“I made a judgment call.”

“No,” I said quietly. “You judged me before you even touched the car.”

Brent turned toward Maris.

“Can we discuss this in continue reading …