Uncle Bought New Tires For My Car Without Consulting Me, AITA For Refusing To Pay?

There's no end to the drama that comes up in a huge family setting. Navigating family situations can be challenging, especially when it comes to money and personal belongings.

Unspoken expectations can lead to misunderstandings and conflict. When disagreements arise, it's essential to communicate openly and honestly to clear up any misconceptions.

Assuming someone's intentions or feelings without discussing the issue can lead to further conflict. By talking things through and listening to each other's perspectives, family members can work towards finding a resolution and maintaining a positive relationship.

In situations where financial differences are involved, it's crucial to be respectful and understanding of each other's limitations. The OP's situation is like a misunderstanding escalated into a bigger issue.

Firstly, the OP was getting ready for her doctor's appointment, only to notice her car wasn't in the driveway. Upon asking questions, she found ut her uncle had taken her car without telling her.

Then, he went ahead to change her tires without asking her first. His excuse being that the ride wasn't smooth and the OP was thankful as she thought it was his way of appeasing her for taking her car.

But no, this was far from the truth as OP's aunt and uncle seem to expect her to pay for the tires as a matter of courtesy. Would she pay though?

Find out as you read the full story below.

The headline...

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They told the OP their dad had borrowed it to run a few errands here and there

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The uncle's work has him located in another country

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The OP called to see if her uncle was back yet

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The OP was grateful nonetheless that he went out of his way to replace her tires

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The OP hadn't even brought up repaying her uncle for the cost of the tires

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The OP thought it was maybe a gesture of goodwill from her uncle's side

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OP says she will continue to not have the money for at least two more months

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He spent a good while waiting at the mechanic to get them done

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OP has offered the following explanation for why they think they might be the AH:

I refused to pay for the tires my uncles bought even though I didn't ask for them. I might be the AH because he bought them for my car, and had them replaced for me.

The comments roll in...

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That's quite a lot

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The OP should confirm some things

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They should be grateful instead

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This Redditor says OP's uncle is out of his mind

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He had no right to take the OP's car without permission

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What the OP should answer...

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So accurate

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The OP never asked for it

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OP's means of transportation

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He doesn’t get to steal the OP's car

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Oh boy...

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OP's uncle is the AH

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It's clear that the situation with OP’s uncle and aunt has left her feeling frustrated and hurt. OP is left wondering why they can't see things from her perspective and understand that she never asked for the tires to be replaced.

As it should be, Redditors stood solidly behind the OP, and their comments showed it. Will things ever go back to normal between OP and her aunt and uncle?

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