Auto mechanic reference needed

[Jody Fisher]

I have an OLD Toyota Camry with 200,000 miles on the odometer. I'm hoping someone can give me a reference for a good, honest mechanic that won't try to fleece me out of money for repairs just because I'm a woman & don't know a transmission from a carbuerator! Thanks in advance!:shrug:

[Tom Hannon]

I have an OLD Toyota Camry with 200,000 miles on the odometer. I'm hoping someone can give me a reference for a good, honest mechanic that won't try to fleece me out of money for repairs just because I'm a woman & don't know a transmission from a carbuerator! Thanks in advance!:shrug:

Someone told me there is such a mechanic....He lives in Iowa. If you find another in TV make sure you let me know. My Mini Cooper can use someone who is honest and good.

[jblum8156]

Highly recommend TriCounty Automotive on 441 across from the hospital, just before Lowe's. Honest, competent and very nice people. 753-5400.

[redwitch]

Another vote for TriCounty. I thought I needed a new clutch in my Miata, which means totally removing the engine and a charge well over $1,500. Had my car towed to them, they called and said it was my slave plate ($350). They could have charged me for the clutch -- I would have never known. (And I know the difference between a carb and a tranny.)

[Debfrommaine]

We found Mike's Auto Repair, or something similar here on the blog under automotive repair. He's just off 466A, Villa Avenue. Send me a personal email and I'll look for the number when I get home after work. He doesn't have the nice, neat shop of the dealership but got the job done for hundreds less. We'll go back to him!

[ladylake1]

I have found TriCOunty to be very honest as well. Don't try to rip you off if you don't really need a repair or service. The can be rather pricey though.