Comments on: How Do I Find a Reliable And Trustworthy Car Mechanic? http://www.myinvestingblog.com/how-do-i-find-a-reliable-and-trustworthy-car-mechanic/ Teach Your Money To Think! Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:37:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: Truck Bed Caps http://www.myinvestingblog.com/how-do-i-find-a-reliable-and-trustworthy-car-mechanic/#comment-3185 Truck Bed Caps Thu, 26 Nov 2009 13:08:38 +0000 http://myinvestingblog.com/2007/10/28/how-do-i-find-a-reliable-and-trustworthy-car-mechanic/#comment-3185 I look forward to reading what you're planning on next, because your blog is a nice read, you're writing with passion. I look forward to reading what you’re planning on next, because your blog is a nice read, you’re writing with passion.

]]> By: The Money Life Network | Prime Time Money http://www.myinvestingblog.com/how-do-i-find-a-reliable-and-trustworthy-car-mechanic/#comment-174 The Money Life Network | Prime Time Money Tue, 27 May 2008 14:08:31 +0000 http://myinvestingblog.com/2007/10/28/how-do-i-find-a-reliable-and-trustworthy-car-mechanic/#comment-174 [...] How do I find a reliable and trustworthy car mechanic? [...] [...] How do I find a reliable and trustworthy car mechanic? [...]

]]> By: Joe Cheray http://www.myinvestingblog.com/how-do-i-find-a-reliable-and-trustworthy-car-mechanic/#comment-173 Joe Cheray Fri, 04 Apr 2008 05:09:13 +0000 http://myinvestingblog.com/2007/10/28/how-do-i-find-a-reliable-and-trustworthy-car-mechanic/#comment-173 I am pretty happy with my mechanic. They always treat me good and communicate very well with me. I wouldn't take my car anywhere else. If you are ever in Topeka and break down Hank take your car to Doug Reichert Pontiac and tell them I sent you. Not only will they come and tow your car if you have a breakdown, they have a courtesy vehicle that will take you someplace to get something to eat while you wait and come back and pick you up when your car is done. They are top notch. <em>Joe Cheray's last blog post..<a href='http://wildheartsworks.com/124/two-free-frames-for-paint-shop-pro/'>Two Free Frames for Paint Shop Pro</a></em> I am pretty happy with my mechanic. They always treat me good and communicate very well with me. I wouldn’t take my car anywhere else. If you are ever in Topeka and break down Hank take your car to Doug Reichert Pontiac and tell them I sent you.

Not only will they come and tow your car if you have a breakdown, they have a courtesy vehicle that will take you someplace to get something to eat while you wait and come back and pick you up when your car is done.

They are top notch.

Joe Cheray’s last blog post..Two Free Frames for Paint Shop Pro

]]> By: hank http://www.myinvestingblog.com/how-do-i-find-a-reliable-and-trustworthy-car-mechanic/#comment-171 hank Thu, 31 Jan 2008 15:13:19 +0000 http://myinvestingblog.com/2007/10/28/how-do-i-find-a-reliable-and-trustworthy-car-mechanic/#comment-171 @Kerry - thanks for the tips and honest advice Kerry. @Kerry – thanks for the tips and honest advice Kerry.

]]> By: Kerry http://www.myinvestingblog.com/how-do-i-find-a-reliable-and-trustworthy-car-mechanic/#comment-172 Kerry Wed, 30 Jan 2008 05:32:10 +0000 http://myinvestingblog.com/2007/10/28/how-do-i-find-a-reliable-and-trustworthy-car-mechanic/#comment-172 Look for a decal on the front window that says M.A.P, Motorists Assurance Program. M.A.P. is a set of guidlines that breaks down all auto repairs into catagories that determine if the repair is required or suggested and the reason why they are being required or suggested.An auto repair shop has to be accredited to have this decall on their window which shows legitimacy.All Firestone Complete Auto Care centers have these decals and a nationwide warranty.A reputable shop should also be able to show you the problem and be willing to save old parts if requested.Ask around for personal references and maybe check with the BBB.Ask to see their warranty for a repair in writing before authorizing work.If price is an issue and usually is,get a second estimate from another shop, but remember you get what you pay for.There can be a big difference in quality of parts such as brake pads.They can range from $10.to about $60.average and like comparing a sirloin steak to filet mignon there is a huge difference.Factory parts are not always the best or necessary. Yes I do happen to manage a Firestone In Houston,Texas (281-448-4305)and I beleive in taking care of the customer and doing them right and they will return and become loyal customers.That is the way I run my business and I've been in the auto business all my life.It only takes one time for a customer to even THINK they got ripped off and they will never return. It's no secret, I want my customers to be loyal and keep spending their money with me over the years. there has to be a trust factor and it starts with an honest relationship. There are a lot of good shops out there (and bad) but the main thing is once you develop that relationship and they earn your trust you should stay with them .It's all about people! Hope this helps and God Bless. Look for a decal on the front window that says M.A.P, Motorists Assurance Program. M.A.P. is a set of guidlines that breaks down all auto repairs into catagories that determine if the repair is required or suggested and the reason why they are being required or suggested.An auto repair shop has to be accredited to have this decall on their window which shows legitimacy.All Firestone Complete Auto Care centers have these decals and a nationwide warranty.A reputable shop should also be able to show you the problem and be willing to save old parts if requested.Ask around for personal references and maybe check with the BBB.Ask to see their warranty for a repair in writing before authorizing work.If price is an issue and usually is,get a second estimate from another shop, but remember you get what you pay for.There can be a big difference in quality of parts such as brake pads.They can range from $10.to about $60.average and like comparing a sirloin steak to filet mignon there is a huge difference.Factory parts are not always the best or necessary. Yes I do happen to manage a Firestone In Houston,Texas (281-448-4305)and I beleive in taking care of the customer and doing them right and they will return and become loyal customers.That is the way I run my business and I’ve been in the auto business all my life.It only takes one time for a customer to even THINK they got ripped off and they will never return. It’s no secret, I want my customers to be loyal and keep spending their money with me over the years. there has to be a trust factor and it starts with an honest relationship. There are a lot of good shops out there (and bad) but the main thing is once you develop that relationship and they earn your trust you should stay with them .It’s all about people! Hope this helps and God Bless.

]]> By: Ruben http://www.myinvestingblog.com/how-do-i-find-a-reliable-and-trustworthy-car-mechanic/#comment-170 Ruben Fri, 23 Nov 2007 04:56:23 +0000 http://myinvestingblog.com/2007/10/28/how-do-i-find-a-reliable-and-trustworthy-car-mechanic/#comment-170 Some great ideas. I have compiled a list on how to find a good mechanic on our blog as well, check it out. Mechanics seem to have gotten a bad reputation over the last few years, but most mechanics are good hardworking people who will do you right. Most people run into problems when they want to get their car repaired as cheap as possible. With cheap parts you get what you pay for and if you are not willing to pay a mechanic a enough to make a living they will find ways to extract mor money out of you by either replacing parts that do not need replacing, by making you come back for related repairs and then charging you again or by ripping you off on parts. Some great ideas. I have compiled a list on how to find a good mechanic on our blog as well, check it out. Mechanics seem to have gotten a bad reputation over the last few years, but most mechanics are good hardworking people who will do you right. Most people run into problems when they want to get their car repaired as cheap as possible. With cheap parts you get what you pay for and if you are not willing to pay a mechanic a enough to make a living they will find ways to extract mor money out of you by either replacing parts that do not need replacing, by making you come back for related repairs and then charging you again or by ripping you off on parts.

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