This is Joe….he’s my mechanic.
I met Joe over a year ago. My Suburban was making a horrible noise. A friend’s husband suggested that it might be the $$air compressor$$. Yikes! I took it too Joe’s Service Center in Greeneville, TN on the recommendation of a close friend.
He opened the hood and listened. He retrieved a stethoscope from his shop and listened. Then he began to smile. I was completely out of power steering fluid! He filled it up and refused to take any money. I don’t know if that is because Joe knew I was a newly single Mom or if it was because he is just generally a nice guy.
I had heard good things from my friends but my experiences over the years, even when dealing with people I went to church with, were not positive. I went to see Joe not really knowing what to expect. The power steering fluid thing convinced me. That cost him both time and money. I don’t know many who would have made that choice.
Not long after, I had another problem with my Suburban. Turns out that the last fuel pump that had been put on was the wrong model. It had been forced on but probably never functioned properly and probably leaked gas. That could explain my 10 mpg! The fuel pump was still under warranty and Joe allowed me to bring him the part (correct this time!) and he replaced it properly.
Let me tell you why I am so thankful for Joe. First of all, he is a Christian and is bold in his faith. It isn’t unusual to find his Bible on the service counter when you walk in. Because of his love of Christ, he’s an honest and trustworthy business man. I mean really honest and trustworthy! Joe is also a family man. Pictures of his family adorn his shop walls. I love to hear him talk about his children – the love he has for them shines through. You’ll never hear a foul word at Joe’s…not from him or others – there is a sign posted on his wall telling you to refrain from profanity in his shop.
Let me tell you why I appreciate Joe so much. As a woman, I’ve never had much to do with cars. I probably should have learned some things along the way and I have done better these last few years. For instance, I now *ahem* check my power steering fluid and add it when necessary, know how to check my oil, fill up my windshield washer fluid and other small things. But when something big happens, I am at a loss.
When it comes to auto-mechanics, it is very easy for a woman to be taken advantage of….and plenty of people do. I never have to worry about that with Joe. I can’t begin to tell you how grateful I am for that measure of peace. If Joe says it needs to be done, then I know it does. He tells the absolute truth. I think his prices are very reasonable and he gets things done in a timely manner. Seems my car always breaks down on the way to or from church. More than once, I have left my vehicle in his parking lot with a note under the door. I never have to worry.
I was just telling Joe the other day, that when I could afford it I would be bringing my Suburban back. I thought the anti-lock brake system was malfunctioning. When I described it to Joe, he told me what he thought it was and how easy it would be to fix that at home….in about 15 minutes! Now…I ask you..would your mechanic help you like that and give up a call that might have put money in his pocket? I have heard from my friends that this is not unusual for Joe. He has helped them be able to do some things themselves too. He’s just that honest!
If you live anywhere close to my area and you need a mechanic you can trust, you need to see Joe (I’d drive 100 miles to take my vehicle to Joe!) I’d never let anyone else service my vehicle or work on my vehicle again. I’m a customer for life! I know that my boys will be too. He’s been a tremendous blessing to the boys and I and a wonderful example for them of a godly business man. I encourage you to let him be a blessing to you! When you do, please tell him that Cheri sent you!
Thanks Joe, I really appreciate you and am so grateful you are here!
Happy Birthday – hope you had a great one!
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