Motorist Warns Public to Beware of Car Repair Shop in QC
A motorist lambasted a car repair shop in Quezon City after a supposed ₱3,500 repair fee became P35,000.
Recently, Deslour C. Cayabyab, a Facebook user, recently shared a concerning experience at a car repair shop in Quezon City. The post quickly went viral on social media and garnered various reactions online.
According to Cayabyab, what was supposed to be a simple service ended up costing a staggering P35,000. He narrated his encounter at a car and accessories shop in Banawe, Quezon City.
Initially, he and his companions went there looking for a dash cam. However, they were quickly approached by staff who guided them to their service area and started offering additional services.
“Banawe car and accessories dyan sa Quezon City, share ko lang na budol kami pagpasok mo pa lang dyan. May sasalubong na sayo, dadalhin ka sa pwesto nila at doon aalukin ka ng mga serbisyo nila. Ang hanap lang naman namin dash cam,” Cayabyab explained.
The staff recommended different services to enhance the car’s performance, including an upgrade to make the car ride smoother over bumps. They were warned about the supposed dangers of not replacing certain parts, particularly the tie rod, which was allegedly in poor condition.
“May inalok sa amin na bagay para daw maging suave ang andar ng bounce, hindi daw masakit kapag dumaan sa lubak kasi magiging smooth daw ang pabounce ng sasakyan. Shout out don sa kababayan daw namin kahit daw sumama pa sya dito para lang mapatunayan na hindi sya budol. Dapat maging aware kayo, sabihin ba naman na delikado kapag hindi pinalitan kasi malambot na daw Yong tie rod,” Cayabyab recounted.
The mechanics showed Cayabyab a video claiming that a previous customer had refused the recommended repairs and ended up in an accident. This pressure convinced Cayabyab to agree to the additional services.
In a previous post, a tricycle driver apologizes for overcharging tourist vlogger in Manila
“Tapos may pinakita pa na video na hindi daw pumayag na palitan kaya nadisgrasya daw, kaya pumayag na kami,” he added.
Initially, they were quoted P3,500 for the services. However, as the work progressed, the bill rises, eventually reaching P35,000 leaving Cayabyab and his companions feeling deceived and frustrated.
“Non una ng presyo ₱3,500, hanggang inabot na ng P35,000 Yong binayaran. Sana makarating ito,” Cayabyab concluded.
The social media users expressed their reactions to the post:
uto-uto k Pala e.. ganyan talaga sa maynila, kpg nahalata na aanga-anga ka.. yayariin ka talaga.. pwede k nmn tumangi sa offer e . bkit mo tinanggap, tapos magrereklamo ka..