There is a lot I don't understand about this post; but as you already say: it's a man's world! Why did you have to pay the police? But NOT the actual labourer? Hmmm... South African thing I suppose? Why would anyone, incl. hubby, have to drive their car anywhere inside the garage/workplace?! I drop off my car infront of the garage and the guys drive her wherever they want her. Just imagine, you go one inch off track! Getting on a Channel Tunnel train by car is already off-putting enough for me to cross the Channel at all.
Very much enjoyed reading your very recognisable adventure. I am reminded it is sensible to have a husband in such a man's world. Then again, it may depend on the choice of husband....
@sukhanasister, I think I will have to post an article to explain the way things work in the South Africa of the so-called Rainbow Nation. Put in short: it seems that all public servicemen gets paid a salary to be public servicemen. However, to get them to do something to actually help other people, they need a bribe. People working in the private sector, however, usually do kindnesses when they can without asking for payment. This is a generalisation, but bribery and corruption in South Africa are rife.
Oh, yes, and why do the labourers changing the tyres not drive the car inside the workshop? We do not trust ANYONE else with our car keys. Management does not want to take the chance that somebody might want to drive away...
Hadn't thought of that one yet!