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There are some good mechanics out there and then there are definitely some that are less than desirable. Usually it's best to take the approach that a mechanic is out to take advantage of you. Then you're covered either way. Even though this approach may seem negative, it is the best way to ensure that you are negotiating fairly and getting what you paid for. After discovering the right mechanic who is trustworthy, you can breathe easy.

If you are driving a used truck, things are going to break and you will be visiting shops. The more miles your truck has, the more visits to a maintenance facility you will most likely have to make. My best advice would be to build a relationship with your local dealer. If the dealer believes there is a chance you will come back, they are less likely to take you to the cleaners every time you show up. If they consider you an out of town guest you can really get taken for a ride.

When taking your used truck in for repairs, the first step is to get a detailed estimate that includes details of the work to be completed, labor estimates and price estimates. After you have your estimate, it's time to call your local dealer. Let the dealer know that you need repairs and have a detailed estimate. Ask if they are willing to match or even beat your estimate.

Once you have reached an agreement make it clear that you agree on that price, and you don't expect there to be any changes after the job is completed. Most of the time they will stick to that price if you make it perfectly clear and repeat yourself about ten times before they begin working. Tell them that you would like to be notified if there are going to be any modifications to the original estimate.

I have a lot of experience selling Volvo trucks. As such I know that many of the problems they have are both common and predictable. The biggest worry that most people have is that when a problem arises they think believe the truck needs to be taken to a Volvo repair shop.Today this is no longer true with a lot of the major Fleets running Volvo trucks. Some of these shops know that they are specialists and that your options are fairly limited. But you can still use the techniques I described to get the best price possible.

by: Joe Hoovestol




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