Mechanic's Hostage Situation

Your car is trapped at Mike's Auto Service, where veteran mechanic Tony claims to have discovered catastrophic brake system failures requiring $2,800 in immediate repairs. You're already $400 deep for the inspection, your car's registration expires tomorrow, and you desperately need the vehicle for work. Something feels off about his diagnosis, but he's holding your only transportation hostage.

Challenges

464

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Difficulty

B1-B2

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Scenario Overview

Your Role

Stranded Car Owner

Conversation Partner

Tony Deluca, Senior Mechanic

Setting

Grimy service desk area with fluorescent lighting, oil-stained invoices, and your car visible but inaccessible on a lift in the background

Location

Mike's Auto Service, Industrial District

Learning Objectives

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Negotiate the repair price down from $2,800

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Gather enough technical information to verify if repairs are legitimate

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Either secure proof of the urgent repair need or find a way to get your car released

About This Scenario

How It Starts

“Look, I hate being the bearer of bad news, but I can't legally let you drive out of here with those calipers in this condition. We're talking about catastrophic brake failure waiting to happen. I've got the parts on hand, but this needs to be addressed today.”

This is how Tony Deluca, Senior Mechanic's greeting will start.

Practice Details

Scenario ID

#103

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