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> Find a mechanic you trust Very much easier said than done for most people. Assuming you aren’t lucky enough to have a mechanic in your circle, how do you tel

by jl6 4y ago

> Find a mechanic you trust Very much easier said than done for most people. Assuming you aren’t lucky enough to have a mechanic in your circle, how do you tell whether they are trustworthy?

matth3 4y ago
Trial and error in my case, cars need regular maintenance so plenty of opportunities to shop around. I've been to the main dealer, chain type garages and independents. A couple of the smaller indies get my custom all the time now. Simple things like going for a replacement tyre and being given a choice of price ranges and an explanation of each option, then watching them do the change and hand torque to the correct spec. Or an air con regas at £50 at a small garage vs £120 at the main dealer. Most recently I had the discs changed, was able to order the parts myself and drop them off for fitting at the cost of labour only. That'd never be an option at a main dealer or chain type garage but is pretty common for smaller outfits apparently.
soperj 4y ago
Honestly, just ask around for the most honest mechanic. Anyone you know, people on the street, doesn't matter. You'll get a list pretty quick, and you'll notice some names said far more frequently. Then give them a try, you should be able to find one you trust.
dkn775 4y ago
I just went on fb groups for my local neighborhood - highest upvoted pick I chose. That was 4 cars ago still take my cars there. Was a dealership user before that myself. I knew he was trustworthy because I asked him to explain what he was doing and why. He went into great detail. Brought an unidentifiable problem to him and he found a corroded wire vs 700 in repairs the dealer suggested. Just little things like that will let you know. Check their certificates, make sure at least ASCE (sp) certified. Also take a look at the shop and see what cars are in the lot. Bunch of 5-10 year old cars in great shape seems to be a good sign IMO as people who take care of their cars trust the mechanic

by jl6 4y ago

> Find a mechanic you trust Very much easier said than done for most people. Assuming you aren’t lucky enough to have a mechanic in your circle, how do you tell whether they are trustworthy?

matth3 4y ago

Trial and error in my case, cars need regular maintenance so plenty of opportunities to shop around. I've been to the main dealer, chain type garages and independents. A couple of the smaller indies get my custom all the time now. Simple things like going for a replacement tyre and being given a choice of price ranges and an explanation of each option, then watching them do the change and hand torque to the correct spec. Or an air con regas at £50 at a small garage vs £120 at the main dealer. Most recently I had the discs changed, was able to order the parts myself and drop them off for fitting at the cost of labour only. That'd never be an option at a main dealer or chain type garage but is pretty common for smaller outfits apparently.

soperj 4y ago

Honestly, just ask around for the most honest mechanic. Anyone you know, people on the street, doesn't matter. You'll get a list pretty quick, and you'll notice some names said far more frequently. Then give them a try, you should be able to find one you trust.

dkn775 4y ago

I just went on fb groups for my local neighborhood - highest upvoted pick I chose. That was 4 cars ago still take my cars there. Was a dealership user before that myself. I knew he was trustworthy because I asked him to explain what he was doing and why. He went into great detail. Brought an unidentifiable problem to him and he found a corroded wire vs 700 in repairs the dealer suggested. Just little things like that will let you know. Check their certificates, make sure at least ASCE (sp) certified. Also take a look at the shop and see what cars are in the lot. Bunch of 5-10 year old cars in great shape seems to be a good sign IMO as people who take care of their cars trust the mechanic