Nationwide Mechanic Consultations
Before You Pay the Shop, Talk to a Mechanic First.
Get an independent second opinion from an experienced mechanic before you approve an expensive repair, buy a vehicle, or make a decision that could cost you thousands.
A $99 Conversation Could Save You Thousands.
Repair shops and dealerships make money repairing your vehicle. We don't. Mechanic First gives you an independent mechanic in your corner to review estimates, explain repairs, answer questions, and help you decide what actually needs to be done.
Choose Your Consultation
Quick Mechanic Call
$59
Have a question about your vehicle? Talk directly with an experienced mechanic and get straightforward answers.
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Repair Second Opinion
$99
Upload your repair estimate or diagnosis and have an independent mechanic review it before you authorize the work.
Before You Buy
$149
Considering a used car or truck? Let a mechanic review the vehicle information, listing, history and concerns with you before you make the purchase.
We Make $0 From Your Repair.
We don't sell you parts. We don't perform your repair. We don't receive commissions from repair shops. You pay us for one thing — an independent mechanic's opinion.
Our job isn't to sell you a repair. Our job is to help you understand whether you actually need it.
Getting a Second Opinion Should Be Easy.
Tell Us What's Going On
Choose the type of consultation you need and send us the information about your vehicle.
Send Us What You Have
Upload your repair estimate, diagnostic report, photos, vehicle listing or other information if applicable.
Talk to a Mechanic
Speak directly with an experienced mechanic who will explain everything in plain English.
Make an Informed Decision
Know what questions to ask, what repairs may actually be necessary and what your next move should be.
The Mechanic Who Isn't Trying to Sell You the Repair.
Most of the time, the person explaining your repair also works for the company selling it to you. Mechanic First is different. We don't repair your vehicle and we don't sell parts. Our job is simply to help you understand what's happening and make an informed decision.
Call Mechanic First Before You…
Approve an expensive repair
Pay a dealership estimate
Replace an engine or transmission
Buy a used car or truck
Agree to thousands of dollars in recommended maintenance
Tow your vehicle to a shop
Give up on a vehicle because someone says it isn't worth fixing
Spend money when you're unsure whether the diagnosis makes sense
Before you spend the money, spend a few minutes with Mechanic First.
Know Before You Pay.
Dealer quoted you $4,200?
Send us the estimate before approving it.
Buying a $35,000 used truck?
Talk to a mechanic before signing.
Shop says you need an engine?
Get another opinion before spending thousands.
Check engine light while traveling?
Talk through the symptoms and your options with a mechanic.
Vehicles We Help With
Meet Your Mechanic
Experience & Credentials
Wayne's full credentials, certifications, and professional background will be listed here.
Wayne Godwin
Founder of Mechanic First
After years of friends, family, and customers calling Wayne to ask, "Does this repair estimate sound right?" he realized there was a bigger problem: most people don't have a mechanic they trust enough to call for an unbiased second opinion. Mechanic First was created to give everyday vehicle owners access to an experienced mechanic BEFORE they approve an expensive repair, buy a vehicle, or make a costly automotive decision.
About Us
Built by a Mechanic. For People Who Need Real Answers.
Mechanic First was created by an experienced working mechanic after years of receiving calls from friends, family, and strangers who needed help understanding a repair estimate, a used vehicle they were considering, or a breakdown on the side of the road. Most people don't have a mechanic they can call. Now you do.
Frequently Asked Questions
Important Notice: Mechanic First consultations are informational and advisory only. All advice is based on information provided by the customer and cannot replace a hands-on inspection or professional diagnosis. Mechanic First does not guarantee specific outcomes and is not responsible for decisions made based on consultation advice. Remote consultations cannot determine whether a vehicle is safe to operate. If you have concerns about vehicle safety, have your vehicle inspected in person by a qualified mechanic before driving it.
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Tell Us About Your Vehicle
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