There are many considerations effecting the cost of co-drivers.. but having a
co-driver makes other things feasible. I could never have achieved what I
did without my codrivers. And being part of a team where you could be each
others toughest competitors is character building to say the least!!
Especially when one feels they are paying too much of the bill.
Are you going to have to do something you wouldn't have to do if you were
not committed to a co-driver, running events you would otherwise skip
increases costs. Peru and Harrisburg each cost me about $200+ in fuel alone,
nearly $1000 each all inclusive, as well as 10 vacation days, 3500 miles wear
and tear on truck and trailer. I could make better investments with my money
and time.
Are you agreed to split unexpected repair bills?? Or is your co- going to
jump ship when the car breaks big? Remember, it is conceivable you could
loose your whole investment, (however unlikely).
What are the costs in maintaining your car, an all synthetic oil change can
run $100 bucks for all lubes/filters.. Who's doing the work? And trust me,
two drivers, each making the Challenges at 5 Pro's is a lot of wear..
What are your goals? I can have a great time for twenty bucks a week, but
not Nationally competitive. The big question is how much are they willing to
pay?? I would never own a car again if I could "Arrive and Drive" a Pro
season for $200 per event, Hell that's less than two sets of tires for the
year!! Think of what it would cost them to build their own car. Plane
tickets are pretty cheap when booked a year in advance.
While you don't want to feel like you are robbing your partner, be sure you
don't get stuck holding the bag in the long run. There will be days when
you think you are getting screwed and days you're smiling but in the long
run, a good team will make each other stronger.
Alan
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