by a auto body shop, especially if she has no knowledge of vehicles and maintenance issues?
2006-10-02 17:45:21 · 10 answers · asked by Manatee 5 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Being in the autoparts business, and in repair for awhile, this is an area that really burns me up.
I suggest you buy a few books on basic automotive at your local bookstore, or check out a few at a library.
Shop around before committing to a repair job. Just remember the lowest price isn't always the best job quality.
Check them out with the Better Business Bureau, or the local Chamber of Commerce.
2006-10-02 17:58:06 · answer #1 · answered by David S 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Education. If a woman has no knowledge, she should spend some time acquiring it. That might sound like a crass answer, but it's really not, it's the simple truth. At least knowing the name of major parts, where they reside, and their basic function is vital to being able to readily protest any repairs and the costs thereof of them. At minimum, as was suggested, prices for comparison are good to have.
Getting ripped off is a consequence of ignorance. Expertise is not necessary, but knowing when a part exists and if it's relevant is. Know the common problems associated with your vehicle, and ask for evidence of claims made about your vehicle.
I concur strongly with the two that answered before me.
2006-10-02 17:58:57 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get a receipt for the work done on your car. And, before any work is done on your car, tell the mechanic you want the old parts to be used as spare or reference for future repairs.
If you are having your fan belts changed, tell the repairman not to throw away the old fan belts as you would like to keep the fan belts in your trunk as spare parts for an emergency.
In that way, you sound as though you know what you are doing with your car and the problems of maintenance. But the best way is to head of repairs by looking for sales on oil changes, tires, etc. and not rely upon last minute or emergency repairs to begin with.
2006-10-02 18:18:00 · answer #3 · answered by marnefirstinfantry 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Learn more about the car you drive, or Bring a guy who knows about cars with you!
I hate to admitt i, but its a proven fact that repair shops take advantage of women, I know a woman who knows more about cars than I and I have been certified mechanic for 25+ years. I suggest you get a referral from someone you trust! Also Make sure you get your estiment in print, and save it for gosh sakes as you will need it when you pick up your auto, compare them! Did you know you dont have to pay for extra, or added work if you didnt approve it? Small claims court baby! and good luck!
2006-10-02 17:58:28 · answer #4 · answered by patrick s 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If the price suddenly starts going above 3 to 5 hundred dollars than be weary.
2006-10-02 17:49:19 · answer #5 · answered by snowwwplowerrr 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Shop around. Or make friends with a mechanic. That also works.
2006-10-02 17:48:45 · answer #6 · answered by Badfish 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go make a fake ID that says NBC-Dateline Division-lead researcher and leave it laying on your front seat in plain sight. You'll never get ripped off again.
2006-10-02 17:48:27 · answer #7 · answered by You'll Never Outfox the Fox 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
try consulting multiple service companies before actually paying anything.
2006-10-02 17:47:45 · answer #8 · answered by ojndoanj 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
take a man with you
2006-10-02 17:52:32 · answer #9 · answered by lori b 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
have a friend do it instead.
2006-10-02 18:49:22 · answer #10 · answered by bored at work 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋