This is something I think everyone should read, especially if they take their car to a garage for repairs. Could save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars on repairs, plus it gives you information on how and who to contact if you think you been scammed in an auto repair.
whatever i can do myself...oil changes, brakes, alternator, etc
several backyard mechanic friends...drum brakes, suspension, etc
and finally, ONLY if i must, an actual shop...a/c, alignment, etc