
Originally Posted by
limarj
wherever shop you go, just be a dick and observe what they do. mechanics usually do a better job when owners are observing their work, go around(your car) and act like your checking their tools, equipment, comment on busted tools. when you feel like they are throwing signs of irritation(not yet hostile hehe) order snacks and sandwhich or something and have them go on a break for a while, talk about what they think are other things you should be preparing for your car after this(while they are sipping coca-cola). when every thing is done, be sure to have them(and you) do a test/test drive... on what ever you made them do. inquire about warranties silently with the cashier only(not the mechanics-they hate the topic they will hate you for life hehe) after paying dont forget to pass by the mechanic who worked on your veh and give a tip(pang kape mamya hehe) you will note that you will have less visits at the shop other than the regular oil-change, washing... Note that the mechanics are the ones quoting the cashiers, if they dont like you, they will quote to the max so that you dont come back. if they like you, they will quote as per minimum to shop regulations only.