On Wednesday, your PA used car dealers gave you a few suggestions to help you spot amateur mechanics that may not fix your car right. Here are some more ways to determine if your mechanic is either “wet behind the ears” or if they are just trying to take advantage of you.
Ask the mechanic to explain anything you don’t understand. If your mechanic is hesitant to explain any procedures or if they seem annoyed, don’t be afraid to go somewhere else. They might not be trying to scam you, but you sill want someone with whom you are comfortable.
Check the final billing against the original billing or estimate. Unfortunately, you have to wait until the mechanic repairs your car before you can use this suggestion. However, if there are many repairs or discrepancies in the two bills, ask the mechanic to explain and possibly take the questionable charges off the bill. If they won’t do this, you may need to seek representation.
Have another mechanic check the work. If you notice that something is still wrong with your car after leaving the repair shop, ask another mechanic for their opinion before approaching the one that did the work. This will help you know what’s causing the problem and if the mechanic is the reason for it before making a fool of yourself.
One of the best tips your PA used car dealers can give you, however, is to purchase a new or certified vehicle from your local Mercedes-Benz dealer. If you do this, you won’t have to worry about mechanics for a long, long time.
