Mechanics with a Conscience
Thursday, July 16, 2009
I have been taking my cars to Tom and Mike at Shepherd Square Tire and Auto for almost as long as they have been open. As a woman in a large city, it is important that I have a mechanic I can trust. I have always felt that Tom and Mike have treated me as they would want their daughter or sister treated.
They have never tried to sell me a service I didn't need, they always try to find me the best deal on parts, and if they know that they can't match a competitor's price, they will tell me that. I might pay slightly more (but not much) for an oil change at SST&A than I would at one of the chain stores, but I know that I am not going to have to deal with the famous up-sale and I know that the work will be performed well. When I have had other problems, they have quickly fixed them and I have had no complaints.
It may seem like a little thing, but one of the nicest things about this shop is that they have a wide selection of magazines. When you have to wait for a oil change, it is so nice to be able to pick up a People or In Style instead of just Car & Driver (don't worry, guys...the car mags are there too). I am quick to recommend this shop to friends and everyone who has tried them has become a loyal customer!
Pros: trustworthy, timely, good magazines