I was just checking out this new auto repair estimator here and can not believe how much it takes to get your car fixed! If you have time scroll down and try it out.
I stopped by a local oil change spot here where I live and told them I needed an oil change. I was here before looking up and down their menu board trying to get an idea how much things cost here. I didn't see the price for an oil change. I guess that was my fault for not asking. I was in a real hurry and didn't mind paying 20 to 30 dollars for an oil change.
To my surprise while they pulled it in and start draining the oil, I finally asked what is your price for that oil change. He replied $54.90! I thought it was a joke at first since he didn't have the oil change price listed. I talked to the owner and told him I have been working on cars for over 20 years and have never saw an oil change priced so high.
I remember him sending me a coupon awhile back but did not bring it with me. After talking with the owner a while he gave me $10 off, which I thought was pretty cool. He then remembered me bringing my same vehicle in for an alignment. The conversation went fairly well then I was on my way again.
I guess the morale of this story is to always ask questions!
