After a lifetime in another state, I was new to Savannah, and after having driven my 2013 Hyundai…read moreSonata over 3000 miles to get here and with over 200,000 miles on the odometer, I knew that my car would need some tender, loving care and maintenance, but, like so many, I was terrified of not having a qualified auto specialist that I could trust. Maybe that's because I came from a large metropolitan city and wasn't used to the small town service that places like Skidaway auto repair provide.
Pat runs the place, and upon meeting him I was delighted by his demeanor and his patience at explaining things to me so clearly and simply. I obviously don't know much about cars, but he didn't take advantage of that. In fact, they told me exactly what was wrong, how much it would cost, and educated me on what kind of things other mechanics, less scrupulous mechanics, would tell me and charge me, and how easily I could be taken advantage of. He made me feel like a relative was looking out for me. He even replaced a burnt out brake light for me, FOR FREE, on the spot, without waiting.
Here's an example. My check engine had been on for quite a while, and he hooked up his magic gizmo to my car and within 30 seconds told me that a gas tank sensor was faulty and responsible for the check engine light. To replace the part with labor would cost about $300. However, by simply replacing my gas cap ($3 at any auto part shop) and not minding a few "false" fill up click-offs at the gas tank, I could live with the check engine light and save $300.
This was on my FIRST visit to his shop!
Now, tell me, in this day and age, with the economy hurting, who does that?!
Pat does.
The peace of mind I now have in knowing that I have an auto mechanic I can trust and who's fun to talk to, is yet another reason why I am increasingly enjoying living in Savannah.
Trust me. He'll take care of you. Tell him I sent you.
Thank you, Pat.
