Not sure whether the auto repair shop that you’re eyeing is a good pick? Are you worried that the said shop might be similar to many others out there when it comes to their unscrupulous practices? Your feeling is but normal, due mainly to the great number of mechanics out there who are dishonest. So, it pays to be cautious when you’re dealing with a mechanic, especially one that you’re not sure of or one that you have not tried before.
Not many people may think of doing this, but you can actually test the shop that you’re considering to determine whether it’s a good choice or not. As I’ve mentioned in one of my previous posts, it’s not a good idea to entrust a major job to a shop you have not tried before. So, start with a small task.
I’ve heard of someone who marked the filter of his car and brought the car to a new shop for a filter servicing. After the job, the person received a bill which includes a charge for the new filter. However, upon checking of the filter, he was able to determine that it was the old one, because the mark that he made was still there.
Well, average drivers will not have any idea that their car’s filter was never replaced, since many also rely on the words of their mechanic alone. Can you imagine just how many customers the said shop might have deceived? If the person never did anything, he might have entrusted his car to the said shop, even when it comes to major repairs, and suffer more rip-offs and problems in the long run.
Therefore, it really pays to be always on guard when dealing with a shop, first time or not. By thinking ahead and being ready, you can avoid dilemmas and headaches.
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