The workshop owner versus the consumer
I’m going to go out on a limb here and will probably step on a few toes in the process but I think this is an issue that needs to be discussed. I’m talking about the perceived notion that most mechanics are out to rip people off. My opinions come from being on both sides [...]
Cheap Car Insurance
While we’re on the subject of Car Insurance (see previous post), the Comprehensive Insurance policy we had on my wife’s car was recently due for renewal. We were happy enough with the insurer we were using and thought the premiums were reasonable, but my wife thought that a look around for price comparisons wouldn’t hurt. [...]
Car Insurance – who needs it?
Everyone!! that’s who! I have a tale to tell that highlights the need for everyone who owns a car to have at least third party property cover, and with pay-by-the-month being offered by most car insurers on comprehensive cover it makes sense to have the best cover you can afford. We have two friends, husband [...]
What you need to know before buying a new or used car
As a mechanic I have heard so many horror stories of people getting the short straw in a car deal. Whether it be a used car that isn’t what it’s cracked up to be or people being taken for a ride with an over-priced new car. Unfortunately the salespeople know the in’s and out’s of [...]
KITT up for sale!
Wow, doesn’t this bring back memories! I can remember sitting in front of the T.V. as a young fella watching (and believing!) this amazing car that would talk to it’s driver, find it’s way to where it was needed, throw smoke bombs at the bad guys, man was this car cool! Back then even David [...]
