Tipping GM mechanics
07-09-2017, 07:57 PM
#41
Le Mans Master
I understand the "concept" behind tipping and I usually tip more than 20% for good service BECAUSE the tip is the servers main source of income. I also tip for bad service for the same reason. Tipping a store mechanic? Don't get it at all. Does the mechanic reduce your bill when the "book" charge labor time for a job calls for 4 hours that he does in 2? Of course not, but that's how he makes his money. Good ones can bill 12-15 hours of labor in an 8 hour shift. All mechanics, including the service writer get a cut of the bill. But hey, I'm just crazy like that....
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Boiler_81 (07-10-2017)
07-09-2017, 08:17 PM
#42
The 2 Golden Rules of Tipping:
1) If you want to tip someone, do it BEFORE the work is done.
Otherwise, it has no effect on the outcome.
2) Never tip for warranty work.
1) If you want to tip someone, do it BEFORE the work is done.
Otherwise, it has no effect on the outcome.
2) Never tip for warranty work.
Last edited by sunsalem; 07-09-2017 at 08:17 PM.
07-09-2017, 08:51 PM
#43
Le Mans Master
The 2 Golden Rules of Tipping:
1) If you want to tip someone, do it BEFORE the work is done.
Otherwise, it has no effect on the outcome.
That would be a bribe not a tip.
2) Never tip for warranty work.I'm curious as to why you say that? The amount of work the Tech has to do is the same if it's warranty or chargeable.
1) If you want to tip someone, do it BEFORE the work is done.
Otherwise, it has no effect on the outcome.
That would be a bribe not a tip.
2) Never tip for warranty work.I'm curious as to why you say that? The amount of work the Tech has to do is the same if it's warranty or chargeable.
Even worse, some people make excuses for sub par work!
07-10-2017, 12:46 AM
#44
1) Yep, it IS a bribe.
2) Service techs are REQUIRED to make warranty work repairs per manufacturer spec.
Tips/bribes play no part in motivating.
2) Service techs are REQUIRED to make warranty work repairs per manufacturer spec.
Tips/bribes play no part in motivating.
Last edited by sunsalem; 07-10-2017 at 12:47 AM.
07-10-2017, 10:51 AM
#47
Safety Car
See http://freakonomics.com/podcast/danny-meyer/
07-10-2017, 10:59 AM
#48
For some reason, I think bribing has been part of human strategy since the time we were still living in caves.
07-10-2017, 01:15 PM
#50
Burning Brakes
My take and position on tipping.
I usually try to get a sense of the type of person I would tip. Would a tip make any difference in the service?
Bar tender, service personnel, etc.
If I feel it would then, I ALWAYS tip first. Tipping after the service is performed is generally to late to change whatever level of service they have provided.
Slipping the bartender a $20 before or when I order, is almost always a benefit to me .
The service tech who services my oil furnance always does a great, neat job when I tip him before the work starts.
So...if you give the GM tech a tip before he starts work I am sure he will pay attention to what he is doing.
Works for me....
I usually try to get a sense of the type of person I would tip. Would a tip make any difference in the service?
Bar tender, service personnel, etc.
If I feel it would then, I ALWAYS tip first. Tipping after the service is performed is generally to late to change whatever level of service they have provided.
Slipping the bartender a $20 before or when I order, is almost always a benefit to me .
The service tech who services my oil furnance always does a great, neat job when I tip him before the work starts.
So...if you give the GM tech a tip before he starts work I am sure he will pay attention to what he is doing.
Works for me....
I never tip for good work. Well I dont really need anything. Young, dont own a home, appliances etc. I do gift sometimes or buy a free lunch to build relationships. No gift cards, something well thought out.
Picking up the tab unexpectedly for lunch goes a long lonnng way. Ppl never forget it.
07-10-2017, 04:56 PM
#51
Safety Car
When I asked my question it was semi rhetorical or at least it was meant to make you think "Yeah, why am I doing that? Like he said, it's really not my problem nor responsibility either". Either that or actually answer with a good reason of why this should be my problem or responsibility.
Sure you can easily back down here and say "Well I was just saying what I think for myself - you don't have to do it" but I've had way too many people who use that rational then try to push it on others by using guilt. Why else would you hear "Well the service person doesn't make that much"? Indeed I've had people argue with me that I'm heartless because I don't do what they do based on this reason.
07-10-2017, 05:26 PM
#52
Melting Slicks
I used to tip the mechanic if I knew he would be the one working on my car every time. Some incentive to take care of me and my car. For a while now, the mechanics have refused the tips. I now bring a bunch of donuts or such for the team when I bring the car in. Service manager gets a bottle of liquor or so on the holidays.
Any service person who I hope to have a long term business relationship will get a tip or holiday present. We do the same at work as well.
Any service person who I hope to have a long term business relationship will get a tip or holiday present. We do the same at work as well.
07-22-2017, 12:05 PM
#53
Platinum Supporting Dealership
Tipping is definitely not required. Our Corvette technicians, who fall under our dedicated Corvette Department, are paid so they can take the time required to cater to Corvette owners wants and needs. This includes taking the time to show a customer the underside and mechanics of their Corvettes, explain any issues or concerns that have been noted, answer questions and take the extra time required to perform meticulous repairs using the proper precautionary measures such as fender covers, floor mats, seat covers, clean hands and clothes, etc.
But, tipping is not a bad thing. No matter what service is being provided to you, and no matter how the service provider is paid, tipping is a great way to show your appreciation and help ensure excellent service in future visits. The more the service provider feels appreciated, the better service you will receive.
But, tipping is not a bad thing. No matter what service is being provided to you, and no matter how the service provider is paid, tipping is a great way to show your appreciation and help ensure excellent service in future visits. The more the service provider feels appreciated, the better service you will receive.
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07-22-2017, 01:01 PM
#54
Platinum Supporting Dealership
My take and position on tipping.
I usually try to get a sense of the type of person I would tip. Would a tip make any difference in the service?
Bar tender, service personnel, etc.
If I feel it would then, I ALWAYS tip first. Tipping after the service is performed is generally to late to change whatever level of service they have provided.
Slipping the bartender a $20 before or when I order, is almost always a benefit to me .
The service tech who services my oil furnance always does a great, neat job when I tip him before the work starts.
So...if you give the GM tech a tip before he starts work I am sure he will pay attention to what he is doing.
Works for me....
I usually try to get a sense of the type of person I would tip. Would a tip make any difference in the service?
Bar tender, service personnel, etc.
If I feel it would then, I ALWAYS tip first. Tipping after the service is performed is generally to late to change whatever level of service they have provided.
Slipping the bartender a $20 before or when I order, is almost always a benefit to me .
The service tech who services my oil furnance always does a great, neat job when I tip him before the work starts.
So...if you give the GM tech a tip before he starts work I am sure he will pay attention to what he is doing.
Works for me....
A bar tender, a waiter/waitress, barber/hairdresser, different story. These professions are tip based, the service provider knows that the better service they provide, the better tip they will receive. They get tipped after the service is provided.
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knightindustries2000 (08-07-2021)
07-22-2017, 02:00 PM
#56
Tipping is a form of bribery (pre-service) or appreciation (after-service).
Either way, there is nothing inherently wrong with the concept.
Either way, there is nothing inherently wrong with the concept.
07-22-2017, 02:06 PM
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Believe in tipping for good service..or just to help someone out who has chitty job
Required, no its all up to you.
Found over time the cheapest people were also the biggest PITA to deal with.
Bad service Ill give a crappy tip AND explain why
Required, no its all up to you.
Found over time the cheapest people were also the biggest PITA to deal with.
Bad service Ill give a crappy tip AND explain why
Last edited by cv67; 07-22-2017 at 03:11 PM.
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JerryU (07-22-2017)
07-22-2017, 03:10 PM
#58
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This was such a interesting topic, I've never thought of doing this prior but i'm certainly gonna start the more skilled people you have in your corner the better 
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07-22-2017, 03:20 PM
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Tipping is a very valuable tool. Speaking both as a giver and recipient. In fact just recently a $50 bill got me out of an expensive lease obligation. I was happy to give the $50 at the time to make myself stand out from the crowd, and show appreciation. Not expecting or wanting to ever collect.
