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mechanic biases
Posted by James [Email] (more from James) on Tue, 27 Jan 2009 11:38:43
In Reply to: My mechanic is a "BMW Guy" but recommended VW, NateinAA, Tue, 27 Jan 2009 10:44:17
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Would be interesting to hear more re the various mechanics' specific comments (eg cautioning against Volvo, or against VW/Audi)...
Mechanics all have biases based on experience, and interests, especially when it comes to eurocars (I've heard some complain a lot about lousy BMW reliability, and owners also). Most of the eurocars are nice to drive, but have some range of issues. An understanding and acceptance of the problems is key to keeping these cars going... lots of work on a specific model allows them to develop tricks (both preventative and repair) and hoard rare parts... so probably you're best off driving a car your mechanic likes to work on (and sees a lot of) or finding a mechanic that likes your car... in the wrong hands, any car can be a dud...
We're fortunate to have an indy who is a Saab fanatic, and has saved us a fortune many times over...
James...
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Posts in this Thread:
- Looking at a Jetta Sportwagen to replace my 9-3, NateinAA, Tue, 27 Jan 2009 08:22:45
- Final word, NateinAA, Thu, 26 Mar 2009 20:23:09
- Update: Will be test driving the Outback tomorrow, NateinAA, Thu, 5 Feb 2009 11:35:23
- Re: Looking at a Jetta Sportwagen to replace my 9-3, EGD , Tue, 27 Jan 2009 12:28:33
- Re: Looking at a Jetta Sportwagen to replace my 9-3, Finch, Tue, 27 Jan 2009 09:44:53
- subaru, James, Tue, 27 Jan 2009 09:37:28
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