There are far too many road accidents in Australia, with the most common causes considered to be speed, alcohol, drugs and driver distraction. However, another cause, which can be just as lethal, is lack of maintenance.
Failing to have your vehicle regularly serviced and repaired can cost you far more than a mechanic’s fee. It could even cost you your life.
Mechanical Repairs Sunshine Coast
There is no shortage of mechanical repair services so what’s your excuse? Too costly? No time? Can’t find a mechanic you can trust? There are plenty of reasons – and some are actually valid! When seeking mechanical repairs on the Sunshine Coast, drivers do wonder who they can trust.
Most people would agree that if they found an honest, reliable mechanic, who charged fair prices and got the work done on time, they would service their vehicles more regularly. Here are some tips to help you find a great mechanic.
SUITABILITY
Firstly, what do you drive? If you drive a European car, you must go to a workshop that specialises in such. If you don’t drive a European vehicle, you may still wish to go to a European specialist, because if they can work on those highly technical vehicles, they can fix anything!
LOCATION
The last thing you want is to drive a long distance to and from your mechanic. Try and find a workshop that offers a couple of different locations, as that will make your life easier.
REPUTATION
Clearly a biggie! Ask around, read reviews – it’s a great way to get a true indication of a business’s reputation. And don’t be afraid to ask your potential mechanic questions. Ask about their qualifications, experience – you could even ask to have a peak at the workshop itself.
CUSTOMER CARE
Apart from a mechanical repair service, what does the workshop offer. You’ll have a pretty accurate idea of the business’s customer service ethic when you drop in or call. How polite and helpful were the front-of-house crew?
Does the workshop offer a free courtesy car or pick-up service? That’s a deal-breaker for me. If you’re going to be at the office all day, are they prepared to come and collect your car and drop it back afterwards? If they are, don’t bother looking anywhere else!
OTHER SERVICES
None of us have time to drive around getting a service here, a tyre-change there and air-conditioning repairs somewhere else. The ideal workshop is a one-stop-shop for all your automotive needs, including log book servicing, brake repairs, even performance enhancement. Again, if you find one of these, stop looking.
ESTIMATES & GUARANTEES
Does the workshop guarantee their work? This may sound like a no-brainer but believe me, not all mechanics will offer this. They should also be able to give you an accurate quote up front, and keep you informed should they find any other issues. It’s worth asking about the parts and products they use, too. Are they genuine?
Of course, you want to get value-for-money – but you also want the job done right. Sometimes you’ll even save money by choosing quality mechanical repairs on the Sunshine Coast. For example, you don’t need to take your new vehicle back to the dealership for log book servicing. You can take it to your trusted mechanical workshop and probably get a better price.