Anybody have a local mechanic they can vouch for? I am from out-of-state but recently had the catalytic converter stolen off the bottom of my car. I am weighing the pros and cons of driving ridiculously slowly to get to NYC and have my trusted mechanic handle it, or if I can find someone here who will not try to scam me. I'd like to buy the part, have it installed, and possibly put a cage on it.

Edited to say THANK YOU to all who contributed. I will dig into these options.

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Intelligent_Berry914 t1_j7ivo7w wrote on February 7, 2023 at 2:46 AM

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I have always trusted east side auto (at the end of Blackstone Blvd, on hope st) in PVD. I moved here almost 20 years ago, and when another mechanic tried to convince my roommate to get her engine fixed, these guys were honest and told her it was a waste of time and money. They have always been honest with me and I would recommend them to anyone.

Good luck

Getbentstaybent t1_j7ivpup wrote on February 7, 2023 at 2:46 AM

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I have always had great interactions with Columbia Auto on Westminster. Good work and prices usually done pretty quick.

easedownripley t1_j7j3bwj wrote on February 7, 2023 at 3:46 AM

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BTS on Broadway has been good to me

BishreksualIcon t1_j7j4t2w wrote on February 7, 2023 at 3:58 AM

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Jimmy's on charles st, or Wayne's on silver spring st.

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AnalystAntique t1_j7jdc44 wrote on February 7, 2023 at 5:16 AM

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Diego’s auto repair

401jamin t1_j7jyo74 wrote on February 7, 2023 at 9:50 AM

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If your that worried about a simple replacement go get a couple quotes. I have a mechanic in east providence if you end up needing. Driving without your cat to New York will make your head hurt lol.