Are all auto-mechanics rip-offs?

[TruthSeeker]

Yes, I would say they are. They are not just going to be honest and charge you for the repair you need and you are on your way.

They will always find some way to jack up the bill so that you pay more. They will replace a part that doesn't need replacing and charge you for the labour.

I recently had a repair which cost $2300. I would say $1300 of that was unnecessary.

Some will outright damage your vehicle so you bring it back to them for repair. I have had this happen. In that instance don't bring it back to them. Don't reward them for their vandalism to your vehicle. Bring it to anther shop.

I have been learning to do my own repairs by watching YouTube videos. Often you can avoid mechanics by doing the repairs yourself

[my life is trash]

I have no driver's license, car, and take the city bus in Edmonton.

[TruthSeeker]

I've been doing my own car repairs now and it gives me a great sense of satisfaction to effectuate my own car repairs plus 99% of all auto-mechanics are dishonest. In other words you bring them your car for one problem and they'll find another.

I think @Winston has some experience with this with home repair people doing the same, overcharging, etc.