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Automotive service and repair is s mething we all have to do or h ve done. But just like the old s ying, "You can't judge a book by t's cover," the same goes for a lot of ndependent repair facilities and dealerships. I'm not s ggesting that one is better than the ther, but that there is good and bad in b th. Finding the right one should k ep your vehicle in excellent mechanical c ndition without breaking the bank. So wh ch one would you choose? Dealership s rvice or local repair shops? Keep in m nd that all dealerships are not the s me, and that goes for local sh ps as well. You should be ble to find quality service at b th locations; however, some things to c nsider : Who is working on my car? Get to know the person or people that service and repair your automobile. This usually isn't a problem at most local shops, but a lot of dealerships have a service writer to greet you and you may not get the chance to talk with the mechanic. That's almost like going to the doctor and being treated by the nurse without seeing or speaking to the doctor. Reputation Ask around while your out shopping or at the post office. See what others say about an establishment and how long they have been serving the community. This may not be necessary if your are not new to the area or from near by, but it still may be some interesting info.
Shop Resources and Cleanliness Ask q estions to find out if updated quipment and resources are available to y ur specific repair needs. It's not a cr me to not know everything, but t's not good if you don't h ve the resources to find the c rrect answer. Shop cleanliness should not be the m in deciding factor, but if the t me is taken to be neat and t dy, then the extra time may be t ken not to overlook simple items wh le your intake is laying on the b nch. Overhauls and High Mileage Autos Some dealerships and other shops don't work on vehicles with high mileage. So make sure you find a well rounded shop that can meet all your needs, regardless of what you drive. Parts and Labor Ask for an estimate for the repairs that you may need and check for O.E.M. (Original Equipment Manufacturer) parts to be installed. Labor rates can vary from $60.00 to $120.00 per labor hour and on up depending on geographic location and vehicle. You can research local rates and repair costs, but hopefully that gut feeling was right when you thought you found the place to trust with your vehicle, and all passengers within it.
The article Auto Repair Facilities - Dealership Or Independent? was Submitted by M. S. Davidson through Articles.GetACoder.com network. Here's the additional information: article by Scott Davidson http://www.davidsonautopro.com
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