Summary
Behnam needs to recover a car stuck in Middlesbrough after its gearbox failed; the best quoted price is £190 for 110 miles, but the group discusses using a free recovery service (888) and the logistics of handing over keys.
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Vehicle logistics and recovery
Car breakdown and recovery in Middlesbrough
Behnam · 2026-06-13 16:03:41 to 2026-06-13 16:05:41
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Facts
- The car is in Middlesbrough, about 110 miles away.
- The car is automatic and probably has gearbox failure.
- A friend borrowed the car and reported it won't go.
- Best paid recovery quote is £190.
- There is a free recovery option via 888, but someone has to drive up to hand over keys.
Tasks
- Arrange car recovery
- Consider driving to Middlesbrough to hand over keys
- Possibly use free 888 recovery
Issues
- Recovery cost
- Logistics of getting to the car