Dexter Mills had always been a hardworking mechanic. Late into the night, while most of the city slept, Dexter worked tirelessly in his small, struggling auto shop. The shop was his lifeline, a place where he had learned the craft from his father, Leon Mills. Leon had been a mechanic for forty years before illness forced him to sell his own shop, a decision that had wiped out their savings and left Dexter to fend for himself.
It had been a tough year. Dexter had been scraping by, just managing to pay the bills and make sure his 10-year-old daughter, Zoe, had the asthma medication she needed to breathe easy. His bank account had recently dipped below $200, and he was one unexpected expense away from disaster.
One rainy night, as Dexter was finishing his last job of the evening, a sleek black car pulled into his lot, its headlights cutting through the downpour. A man in a baseball cap and sunglasses stepped out, and Dexter’s heart skipped. He immediately recognized the tall figure—Michael Jordan, the basketball legend.
“Car trouble?” Dexter asked, trying to maintain his composure.
“Yeah,” Michael Jordan said, removing his sunglasses. “Engine started making a noise about a mile back. Managed to get it here, but I have an important charity event tonight.”
Dexter assessed the car quickly. It was a busted water pump, an expensive part that Dexter didn’t keep in stock. The repair would take a few hours, which meant he would need to wait until the next day to get the parts. But something about Michael’s situation—his charity event, the urgency—made Dexter hesitate.
“Actually, I might be able to get the parts tonight,” Dexter said, surprising himself.
Michael looked up from his phone. “Really? You sure?”
Dexter nodded. “My buddy Tucker runs a salvage yard across town. He might have what we need.”
Michael agreed, and Dexter quickly drove to the yard, pulling out his debit card to cover the $600 cost of the part. As he drove, his thoughts were heavy with worry. His daughter needed medication that cost almost the same amount. This wasn’t just any repair; it was a choice between his daughter’s health and a chance to fix the car of the most famous basketball player in history.
He arrived back at his shop soaked to the bone, but Michael was still waiting. Dexter worked through the night, trying to ignore the worry gnawing at him about the money he was spending on the car rather than his daughter’s medicine. By the time the job was finished, Michael Jordan’s car was purring smoothly again.
“How much do I owe you?” Michael asked, pulling out his wallet.
Dexter hesitated before replying, “Nothing. Consider it a thank you for all the championships you’ve brought to Chicago. Having you in my shop is payment enough.”
Michael seemed surprised, his gaze lingering on Dexter’s face as if trying to understand his motivations. “You sure?” he asked again, but Dexter simply nodded.
Michael shook his head, clearly moved. “You’re the kind of person who does the right thing, even when it’s hard. I respect that.”
The next morning, as Dexter was getting ready for another long shift, a man in a suit named Percy Washington showed up at the shop. He handed Dexter an envelope from Michael Jordan and said, “Mr. Jordan wanted me to give this to you personally. He also left his private number for you.”
Inside the envelope, Dexter found a check for $1,000 and a handwritten note that simply read, “Thanks for the help. MJ.”
Dexter stared at the check in disbelief. It was more than enough to cover Zoe’s medicine and then some. His mind raced. Why had Michael Jordan done this? Was it just kindness, or was there more to the story? Either way, Dexter couldn’t shake the feeling that something extraordinary had just happened.
Later that day, Dexter received another unexpected call from Percy. He mentioned that Michael wanted to help Dexter in a bigger way. After some background checks, Michael had learned about Dexter’s struggles, his family’s situation, and how he had chosen to help him without asking for anything in return. Michael wanted to know if Dexter would be interested in opening his own auto shop.
The proposal was mind-boggling. Dexter had always dreamed of owning his own business, but the reality of it seemed so far out of reach. Michael’s foundation, Percy explained, would invest in the shop, buy new equipment, and even handle renovations. Dexter would be the owner and operator, and over time, he would buy the foundation out.
But there was more: Michael’s foundation was also connected with a hospital in Chicago that was doing groundbreaking work for pediatric asthma patients. Michael wanted to ensure that Zoe received the best treatment, and he was willing to arrange everything, including the trips to Chicago.
Dexter was overwhelmed. He never imagined that one act of kindness could change his life in so many ways. But even as he accepted the offer, he couldn’t shake the question that had been on his mind since that rainy night—why him? Why had Michael Jordan chosen to help him?
A few weeks later, Dexter stood behind the counter of his newly renovated auto shop. The shop had been completely transformed with modern equipment and a comfortable waiting area. Zoe’s asthma treatment was progressing well, and she was breathing easier each day. Dexter couldn’t believe how much had changed in such a short time.
One day, as he was working on a car, a woman pulled into the lot with a minivan that was making a terrible grinding noise. She had three children in the back, and she explained that she had an important job interview the next day. Dexter could see the desperation in her eyes.
“Let me take a look,” Dexter said, despite the late hour. After a quick assessment, he realized the problem was a worn timing belt, and fixing it would cost at least $600.
Dexter made a decision. “I’ll fix it for you, no charge.”
The woman stared at him, shocked. “But why would you do that?”
Dexter smiled slightly. “It’s part of the deal. You help when you can, and when you’re back on your feet, you pass it on.”
He fixed her car that night, not because he had to, but because he knew it was the right thing to do. And in that moment, Dexter realized that Michael Jordan’s kindness had come full circle. By helping him, Dexter had learned that the greatest gift was the one you give to others when you have nothing left to give.
As Dexter drove home that night, he thought about the road ahead. He had a chance to rebuild his life and make a better future for Zoe. And that, he realized, was the real miracle.
Michael Jordan buys $2.5 million Hypercar that no one else is ever allowed to own
It’s not the only extravagant purchase Michael Jordan has made recently
If you had a net worth of a few billion dollars, how would you splash the cash?
That is the question NBA legend Michael Jordan keeps answering for us.
The former professional basketball player’s most recent purchase is a one-of-a-kind hypercar.
The silver and blue Pininfarina Battista Targamerica is decked out with a tan interior, and even features an aluminum cigar holder and humidor between the front seats.
Pininfarina says the engine can generate around 1,900 horsepower – almost double that of a modern-day Formula 1 car. Its top speed is a speedy 217 mph, while the vehicle can snap from 0 to 62 mph run in just 1.86 seconds.
Michael Jordan was revealed as the owner of the one-of-a-kind Pininfarina (Automobili Pininfarina)
It’s a one-of-a-kind whip, meaning no one else in the world can own the same vehicle.
Earlier this week, luxury car company Automobili Pininfarina took to social media to share a photo of their legendary client and his new toy.
They wrote: “Today, we celebrate a truly special moment—the delivery of a bespoke, coach-built Battista, crafted in Italy with passion for a dear friend.
“This one-off masterpiece embodies the pinnacle of design and engineering excellence, the result of a remarkable journey shared together. We are grateful to have brought this unique vision to life.”
With an enormous net worth, estimated by Forbes to stand at $3.5bn, this incredible hypercar is just a drop in the ocean for Jordan.
Despite its staggering price tag, the Pininfarina Battista Targamerica isn’t the most expensive of Michael’s cars.
Jordan Michael’s net worth is an estimated $3.5bn. We’d be smiling too (Don Juan Moore/Getty Images)
That honor goes to his a $3.5 million 30 Venom F5 Roadster His Airness, which he secured last year.
The sport star recently made another extravagant purchase too.
Michael coughed up a huge $70,000,000 for his own private jet, forking out a further $500,000 on a custom paint job.
The Gulfstream 650ER private jet is 100 feet long and can carry 19 passengers as well as four crew members on board.
The 650ER is also known for its speed and, according to its website, it holds the record for the farthest fastest flight in business aviation history.
The jet boasts luxury interior, leather seating, a fully-stocked bar and – arguably the best feature of the lot – a private bedroom.
The additional extras Michael has paid out for include getting the jet custom paint wrapped with a black and silver elephant theme that also pays homage to his trademark sneakers.
The iconic Jumpman logo, Michael Jordan’s collaboration with Nike, is also featured on the tail of the plane in white.
Talk about riding in style!
