Auto Racing: Car troubles, linkage problem, shift linkage

Question
Hi Dan this James again. My girlfriends mom car does not go from park to drive. She has a 2001 Kia Sophia and its automatic transmission. you're usually quick at replying to me and i need an answer fast. I know i should be asking autoracing questions but i'm guessing you would know.

Answer
Sarry James, I really know nothing about automatic trannys' or later model "computer"  cars.  It sounds like there might be a linkage problem which would require getting under the car and checking the shift linkage to be sure it's not jammed in some way.  

A 2001 car could have lots of miles on it and something as simple as worn bushings could be the trouble.

I don't know what to suggest other than avoiding the dealership.  Nearly all of them charge nearly double what you'll pay an independent garage for a repair like that.

Good luck

Dan Liddy
Sarasota, Florida