When there is a problem with a vehicle, the first question many people have is, "How much will it cost?" Certainly this is understandable, as funds must be allocated. Unfortunately, it is also the leading cause of the complaints many people have with vehicle repair.
It often goes like this, "My air conditioner is not working, how much does it cost to recharge it?" The problem is, neither the client nor the shop has any idea what is wrong with the vehicle at this point. An honest shop, will quote a rate per hour for checking the vehicle. Using this method, the actual problem can be found and the exact price quoted before repair is begun.
For instance, one cause of this problem may be a bad connection at the condenser fan. The connection can be repaired for a few dollars. A bad compressor may also cause the exact same symptom but cost several hundred dollars. A leaking evaporator core, may cause the refrigerant to escape along with the compressor oil. This will cause the compressor to fail and again result in the same symptoms. Such a repair can cost well over a thousand dollars to repair.
The point is, getting a price on work that will not fix the problem will not help
It is imperative to have an honest, competent shop diagnose the actual problem with the vehicle. This way an exact price can be quoted, before any work is authorized. The client knows what to expect and can make a proper decision.
Often unscrupulous operators quote a price, designed to get the client in the door. This practice is well known, within the trade. It is equally well known, that the price quoted is NOT the price that will be charged. Once the vehicle is disabled, the likelihood of it being moved to another shop is far lower. Dishonest operators use this method, because it works, very well.
Asking price without knowing what is wrong is a very poor way to locate an honest and competent shop. This practice is the cause of many of the problems people experience getting a vehicle repaired.
AGCO realizes better methods produce better results. Repairing the vehicle or looking for someone to repair it, honesty is what people need. Fixed right the first time, delivered on time and at the price quoted. AGCO, it’s the place to go.
