So many times I have spent money on things that I was told "could be" the problem with my car, and it wasn't. They always say, it could be this or could be that, and so I end up paying for multiple services until they get it right. How can you aviod these situations?
2006-08-22 04:21:45 · 20 answers · asked by tmac 5 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
If they cant tell what's wrong with your car i wouldn't even take it to them. Try a local small shop ask if the have certified Auto Technicians like me {^} P.S we are not friggin mechanics anymore please dont call a certified Auto Technician a Mechanic this is not 1980 ok Thanks
2006-08-22 04:31:10 · answer #1 · answered by rookie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They all do. I would take an auto maintenance class. Or bring a mechanic or car savvy friend with you so you won't buy all these options at dealerships or get ripped off at mechanic garages.
2006-08-22 04:28:21 · answer #2 · answered by Name Unknown 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dude, they are scamming you! And that sucks!
Dealer ships are out to make money, and that's it.!
If you can find a local mechanic, ask around, go to him even if you don't have a problem. ( I like to see people even when they don't have a car problem.)
I pride myself on my reputation, its really I have, there are lots of mechanics, and you need to find one that likes working on cars. Talk with him or her, and see if you can get to know them. That's the best way.
Dealerships, are what they are you know it and I know it, and everyone here knows it.
and its a shame!
Take your car and get to know your mechanic.
Good luck Dave
2006-08-22 04:35:21 · answer #3 · answered by duster360 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Car dealerships thrive on "poor, helpless, women"... It is
best to have a male friend who knows auto mechanics to
check it out before you take it in, or, at least have him with you when you do take it in, so, there will be less
"red tape" to go through. good luck!
2006-08-22 04:30:40 · answer #4 · answered by LorHod36 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
do a little research on the area of your car that needs work and make a list of all of the parts and have a shop look at that area of the car
2006-08-22 04:28:27 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can't. Unless you are a mechanic, you are at their mercy. The only way you know you are getting a fair shake is to go to someone whose reputation you know to be honest. This is a rare comodity in today's world.
2006-08-22 04:30:25 · answer #6 · answered by WC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thats the nature of the business that they do. Sad, but true. Try to find a reliable garage, or, as someone else suggested, take it directly to the place you bought it, if they have a garage there.
2006-08-22 04:29:44 · answer #7 · answered by nfaustman 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're talking about repairs, good luck. You need to go to someone you know and trust or ask a friend for a referral. If you're talking about purchasing a vehicle, go to www.kbb.com and get a comparison price.
2006-08-22 04:29:15 · answer #8 · answered by Michael S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sad to say...but take a guy with you. Or you can get an opinion from your friends before you go so you will know what you are talking about.
Buyer beware...educate yourself.
2006-08-22 04:28:30 · answer #9 · answered by voandginger 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would be a better question to ask "How do I know if they aren't scamming me!" ALL dealerships scam. Period.
2006-08-22 04:29:02 · answer #10 · answered by AzOasis8 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋