There's something to be said about having the driver take a look, beforehand. At least you're both wrong if there's an issue. Glad it worked out, without resorting to the dreaded plan B.
@jameslavish
If you work 40 hrs/wk: at 5% inflation and after 5 years, you need a 28% pay raise or to work 44 more hours (*one full extra week* per month+) to make up the difference.
This is inflation
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