Why I’m NOT a mobile mechanic Anymore (But Now Getting Forced Out of My Shop)

Автокөліктер мен көлік құралдары

Hey Good People,
Since I'm getting more and more subscribers these days, I thought I'd give a little bit of my background to let you guys know how I got to where I am today.
I have worked for several shops around the city of Atlanta, but I got most of my knowledge from being a mobile mechanic for several years. I's a pretty good gig, but I grew tired of it and decided to get my own shop! Now, I'm kinda being kicked out of my shop in a sense. Business is booming, but my shop is too small, which forces me to work outside the shop in the heat to get things done. I don't like working outside, which is why I got the shop in the first place lol.
I hope you guys enjoy the video. See you in the next one.
Alex
Instagram: @alexthecardoctor
mobile mechanic business

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  • @rbarr1200
    @rbarr12003 жыл бұрын

    When I first watched your channel I thought you were faking the nice guy approach. But it’s obvious you really are a nice guy. Congrats on your expansion , I pray you find success in all your work.

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! I try to treat people how I want to be treated. I believe you will get back what you give out. It’s easy to be kind. Thanks for watching!

  • @user-sz9hl7bi6h

    @user-sz9hl7bi6h

    6 ай бұрын

    Hell yea he is a nice person I can tell his words are great especially to the lady’s I know my older sister likes this guy

  • @northernvet
    @northernvet Жыл бұрын

    I'm not sure anyone has mentioned this but I enjoy the fact that your wife is helping you with your camera work. Most spouses prefer not to get involved, the ones that prosper have spouses that engage or even help and I feel that is why they work out better on youtube. It is a rarity.

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the feedback brother

  • @TheRebuilt1
    @TheRebuilt12 жыл бұрын

    Pay in advance bro, if people don't want to pay at least 50 percent in labor up front they are not a customer worth having. Especially in Atlanta people love to run games and been there has done that. Glad your business continues to prosper sire. Blessings and respect!

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the feedback and support brother means a lot

  • @MrGP-qk8rc
    @MrGP-qk8rc12 күн бұрын

    Yeah man, glad to see you're expanding. Mobile mechanic here in the Caribbean. I always give a estimate for parts and labor before doing any kind of work for clients. That way it dials in if they can afford it or not. If they can't afford it, that's fine, that way my time and effort is not wasted.

  • @ayedhatyaygo983
    @ayedhatyaygo9839 ай бұрын

    Such a inspiration. I’m currently in Houston building an amazing clientele as a mobile mechanic and you have definitely been pinned as my mentor/go to in this field. I truly appreciate you for pushing through and can’t forget to give thanks to your other half that clearly supports and helps. Keep going!!

  • @zoticus1
    @zoticus12 жыл бұрын

    Increase your prices weeds out the cheap o people and cons. Thanks for sharing that story. It's crazy PayPal didn't work a resolution, con artists exploit it.

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    2 жыл бұрын

    You are 100% right, after I increase my labor rates people seem to respect me more it’s crazy it seems when you try to help people for little or nothing you get scraped on. I just leaned that,it’s hard to accept that because I love helping people.

  • @kevindavis2046
    @kevindavis2046 Жыл бұрын

    Wow definitely an inspiration to me to do like wise my brother, I'm a very busy mobile mechanic with a lot of clients and this traffic and weather has worn me out, im definitely praying for a shop soon!! Blessings to you and your wife business keep it up!

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the support buddy I will be sending blessings your way to as well,I know what you’re going through. where are you from May I ask

  • @TheMostDangerousWayPossible
    @TheMostDangerousWayPossible Жыл бұрын

    immediately hit the subscribe button because you seem like such an overwhelmingly genuine good person.

  • @virtisconsole12
    @virtisconsole123 жыл бұрын

    If I were in the ATL I’d give you all my car business even though I generally will do all my own mechanical work on my VWs and Audi’s.. wow nice new shop I’m looking fwd to seeing it fill up with equipment and the lifts.. I agree a mobile mechanic is great in ideal conditions.. I might do it someday.. I like your videos, very honest and truly genuine.. I’ve learned a lot from your stuff .. it’s very well presented and good camera work .. keep up the great work 👍🏻

  • @Maplecook
    @Maplecook5 ай бұрын

    As an avid DIYer, I love your channel, Alex. You're my kind of teacher. Cheers!

  • @MrBlackjesus2121
    @MrBlackjesus21212 жыл бұрын

    thanks for the video man i just started doing mobile mechanic work on the side this is inspiring

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    2 жыл бұрын

    Did mobile mechanic work for years! It’s a good gig! If you need any advice or pointers on the business side of things let me know!

  • @ayedhatyaygo983
    @ayedhatyaygo9839 ай бұрын

    Such a inspiration. I’m currently in Houston building an amazing clientele as a mobile mechanic and you have definitely been pinned as my mentor/go to in this field. I truly appreciate you for pushing through and can’t forget to give thanks to your other half that clearly supports and helps. Keep going!! Should def put the stretcher in there for people that get to RO’s/PO’s that cause a heart attack lol. A sassy receptionist lol jkjkjk. But naw man you’re truly one of the sensei’s. Keep going!!

  • @idgaffub
    @idgaffub3 жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear the good and sad to hear the bad this is my first video I've seen from you I'm going to subscribe

  • @trixie9867
    @trixie986711 ай бұрын

    your wife and camera lady is the best - she really enjoys the lives too

  • @johnsonbobo2376
    @johnsonbobo23769 ай бұрын

    Just by your attitude your a complete winner in life. Kudos dude

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    9 ай бұрын

    I appreciate your kind comment! Thanks 😎

  • @user-sz9hl7bi6h
    @user-sz9hl7bi6h6 ай бұрын

    Hey Alex your doing the right thing I love your videos

  • @josephcortes6709
    @josephcortes6709 Жыл бұрын

    Sending positive vibes from Los Angeles. Blessings hermano(brother)

  • @timm.1059
    @timm.10593 жыл бұрын

    Great job bro, came across ya channel out here in Tampa fl. Definitely seem like a great mechanic that’s passionate about providing good work👍🏾

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks brother

  • @TDUNPLUGGED
    @TDUNPLUGGED3 жыл бұрын

    New to your channel. Keep up the good work. I wrench for fun so keep sharing. Wish you much success.

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the support buddy

  • @frankfernandez5397
    @frankfernandez53973 жыл бұрын

    Looking good gonna be a good shop

  • @adventures223
    @adventures2232 жыл бұрын

    It makes my day when i see a person grow and become more successful great great on the new shop how much did it cost to get your truck wrapped i wish you the best of success great point on dressing professional i believe in that 100% its your image for your business a dealership would be great that is my goal in the feature the key to success is self discipline and helping others keep it up great job i am proud of you

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much man! It’s been a long journey. It cost me about $2,000 to get the Van wrapped. It was a great investment. Thanks for your wishes. I wish you the same too. Much success on your future dealership. My wife flips cars so I know a little about that side of the business as well. Be blessed!

  • @adventures223

    @adventures223

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@AlexTheCarDoctor your welcome man the journey is hard sometimes but definitely worth it you will be successful

  • @montane_west
    @montane_west2 жыл бұрын

    This is my first time finding your channel...I love it, you and your wife are extremely motivational ❤️ thanks 😊 +1 SUBSCRIBER

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    2 жыл бұрын

    Appreciate the love buddy and thanks for watching

  • @Gasmiser1
    @Gasmiser14 ай бұрын

    Awesome 🙏 More success as you grow your business and move forward with the new garage space 👍😎

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    4 ай бұрын

    I appreciate your kind words 🙏🏽

  • @13cardenk
    @13cardenk11 ай бұрын

    The doctor themed office is nice asf!! Congrats brother!

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you 🙏🏽

  • @williamblountjr9282
    @williamblountjr9282 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations hard work does pay off

  • @SOLIZ49erFAITHFUL
    @SOLIZ49erFAITHFUL2 ай бұрын

    First and for most, thank you for sharing your content and CONGRATS on moving up in this mad world. I am also a mobile mechanic going through the growing pains of A LOT OF WORK, also taking consideration for a shop but I'm not that savvy. Hope you stay blessed in the next chapter.

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    2 ай бұрын

    Much appreciated! I wish you success as well. Embrace the growing pains! It just makes your better 👨🏽‍🔧

  • @bradysolaem2467
    @bradysolaem24672 жыл бұрын

    Another con is parts can't get delivery if your mobile and if the parts wrong or defective you have to run back to the store or to another its crazy id spend all damn day driving! But a pro getting to pick and choose what you want to do and where/when

  • @brentsmith5647
    @brentsmith56472 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant video thank you 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @loviebrownlow6983
    @loviebrownlow69836 ай бұрын

    I live in Houston but if i was in your area, you would definitely be my mechanic!

  • @johnnaphier2823
    @johnnaphier28232 ай бұрын

    🎉 Congratulations

  • @chriscarter2391
    @chriscarter23916 ай бұрын

    I really enjoy seeing you live out your passion. What would a mobile mechanic charge per vehicle just to show up minus whatever the repair needs to be? What's a fair hourly rate as a mobile mechanic

  • @harrybean8466
    @harrybean84662 жыл бұрын

    Hi Alex my name is doc yes I'm a mobile mechanic too I'm from Montgomery Alabama I used to live in Atlanta same thing you're doing I used to do my kids they're grown now they live in Atlanta I like Atlanta but I never work as a mobile mechanic while I was in Atlanta but I think you're going to do great for what I seen in this video you and your wife are going to do just fine so good luck in the future . I can't use the word car Doctor because there are so many guys in this area where I live at you used the same name professionally on their business but I was born with the nickname doc and I always worked on cars because my dad was a mechanic I'm 60 years old now and you're so right on your video so many people will try to rip you off be careful. And get your money up front

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    2 жыл бұрын

    Good to meet you Doc! Thanks for your comment! I got burned out as a mobile mechanic and being taken advantage of. But I did enjoy it. 👨🏽‍🔧

  • @ibrahimneimat8583
    @ibrahimneimat85833 жыл бұрын

    I wish you success and forward

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the support

  • @user-cs9br1qc5o
    @user-cs9br1qc5o4 ай бұрын

    Love it congratulations. Go to install about for Four car lift congrats again

  • @frank8348
    @frank83486 ай бұрын

    I just watched this video for the first time and you said you just hit 1,000 subs, and now you are at 41.5k.

  • @user-sz9hl7bi6h
    @user-sz9hl7bi6h6 ай бұрын

    Hey you look great Alex Dallas Texas

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the love and support

  • @lakesautomotivediagnostics6509
    @lakesautomotivediagnostics65097 ай бұрын

    1000 to 37,000 subs way to goooo🎉

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    7 ай бұрын

    Thanks man. I’m still trucking along. Thanks for your continued support. 👨🏽‍🔧

  • @Pristine_Auto_Works_LLC
    @Pristine_Auto_Works_LLC Жыл бұрын

    Gotta know the money it takes to open up a shop! Did you finance? Did you lease? Are you renting a spot? Are you paying straight cash? What?! Lol I’m a mobile mechanic myself now because I couldn’t find a shop or bay to rent out for myself. So I purchased a box truck and became a mobile mechanic. But I really want to save up money to open a shop!

  • @uncledeeznuts
    @uncledeeznuts2 жыл бұрын

    Look good man

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @robgonzalez6723
    @robgonzalez6723 Жыл бұрын

    What type of license (liability protection) would u recommend for mobile mechanics?

  • @bradysolaem2467
    @bradysolaem24672 жыл бұрын

    Losing tools its inevitable as a mobile where as at a shop you end up finding half the stuff you misplaced eventually

  • @zapatachavez
    @zapatachavez Жыл бұрын

    tow mader! lol congrats on the new space new subscriber here

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much brother 💯💪🏽

  • @RAWRMotorsports
    @RAWRMotorsports Жыл бұрын

    I started as mobile mechanic .. got covid $ and built a little shop at my house .. the plan was to use the shop for projects and keep doing the mobile thing .. well now I'm stuck in a shop with only 1 bay and need 3 lol

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    Жыл бұрын

    Growth! I love to see it! I wish you much success brother!

  • @johnconner3901
    @johnconner39012 жыл бұрын

    Mobile Mechanic in WNY I enjoy it good days and bad day I enjoy the travel eventually I'd like a shop but I'm not there in my career yet.

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    2 жыл бұрын

    You sound like me I had to learn a lot before I got here, once you get your shop it will be rewarding

  • @johnconner3901

    @johnconner3901

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@AlexTheCarDoctor yeah it take along time. I'm looking to getting into painting cars

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@johnconner3901 that’s a good business. I won’t to get into that but don’t have the patience for it

  • @johnd.3018
    @johnd.3018 Жыл бұрын

    Enjoyed the video and the story of your history and progress. Godspeed and warm wishes to you and your wife in all of your endeavors.

  • @David-mo4qt
    @David-mo4qt6 ай бұрын

    How did you get your name out there

  • @davidbernard7256
    @davidbernard7256Ай бұрын

    Let customers come to you. that's the difference when you have a shop. Yes there's overheads, but in a shop customers cannott take their car away until there pay. driving is traffic is a joke everywhere in the world im in melbourne australia stuff using the M80 freeway everyday! its time im losing out on. times are tough world wide find a shop and set up the business too many sharks in these currents times!

  • @insidethewarcloset3301
    @insidethewarcloset33015 ай бұрын

    Your in Atlanta im in Jonesboro want to be a mechanic were should I start

  • @76kamikazi
    @76kamikazi Жыл бұрын

    You cant be nice to these people out here when it comes to business.Set a fee just to show up and by that you will get a better feel as to weather the person is more ample to pay you or not,cash only.

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    Жыл бұрын

    That’s how I run things now

  • @user-sz9hl7bi6h
    @user-sz9hl7bi6h6 ай бұрын

    Alex come to Dallas Texas I will hire you I need brakes on my Equinox 2020 I’ll give you cash

  • @bradysolaem2467
    @bradysolaem24672 жыл бұрын

    If i have any suspicion that the customer is unable or unwilling to pay my price i will require 1/2 the price up front or i wont touch it

  • @bradysolaem2467
    @bradysolaem24672 жыл бұрын

    Con you simply cannot keep everything in your service vehicle bulk hoses fuses service manuals engine hoist bearing press tranny jack air compressor a computer with alldata or intel of choice

  • @Autotruck7213
    @Autotruck7213 Жыл бұрын

    👊🏿👊🏿

  • @ProAudioMasteringC
    @ProAudioMasteringC2 жыл бұрын

    Money first every time or no service.. SORRY... lol

  • @adamgoof
    @adamgoof2 күн бұрын

    Dude, in that shirt, you look like you work for Chevy Goodwrench

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    2 күн бұрын

    I got them shirts used from the uniform man 😩

  • @adamgoof

    @adamgoof

    2 күн бұрын

    @@AlexTheCarDoctor I'm talking about the shirt on the van

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    2 күн бұрын

    @@adamgoof me too

  • @adamgoof

    @adamgoof

    2 күн бұрын

    I'm working on a 74 Chevy C 10 find a used 350. Please keep me in mind.

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    2 күн бұрын

    @@adamgoof I gotchu!

  • @tomo7347
    @tomo73473 жыл бұрын

    Hi, Alex So great help. I love you in a brotherly way. no, it still wouldn't start it turns over . gas is coming out the nozzles I have spark but some of the coils were in the rain. also, I put the compression tester in the spark plug hole. I never use this tool before. when I do it I show no compression after 10 cranks. compression didn't move. but when I bought the car it did have a blown head gasket, and I turned it and it started for a few seconds(10). what could it be .when I crank it no problem sounds smooth. security lights turn off I made a new key $400.00 darn a new batters 200.EKG valve 89.00. I neeyou coud an income, I worked in a shop but nothing major things. I study scanned Danner to learn diag. and I have an Autel Scanneing r MK80-8BT blue tooth. what could it be. is the guy I called milking me? I just have that feeling. he did a compression check and got about98-100 I did it to #4 drivers side first ho,le towards the front, and got nothing. any ideas. Can you advise me where I could buy another engine reasonable. i already put a lot into the car. please advise thanks bro. Savino in California,Do you happen to have an engine for a 2006 2'7l vin r ? you could sell me please.

  • @gerharddeale6506
    @gerharddeale65068 ай бұрын

    No money no car key,, it works

  • @bradysolaem2467
    @bradysolaem24672 жыл бұрын

    Real quick ive had 500 dollar days n ive had days where i lose money

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    2 жыл бұрын

    I don’t miss them days losing money.

  • @gilbertdiaz7913
    @gilbertdiaz79136 ай бұрын

    Like dentist office

  • @bradysolaem2467
    @bradysolaem24672 жыл бұрын

    I NEVER EVER BUY the customers parts never fails of they dont like to pay for your service they really dont want to pay for your service and parts

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    2 жыл бұрын

    I was the same way I wasn’t responsible for parts because parts failure is a real thing and didn’t wanna come back out for free to redo it.I love having a shop I don’t release the car until it’s paid

  • @walttegtmeier2303
    @walttegtmeier23033 жыл бұрын

    capitalism, that's what drives America, good luck

  • @trixie9867
    @trixie986711 ай бұрын

    8k sq ft wowo wwow

  • @johnnyringo4463
    @johnnyringo44633 жыл бұрын

    Doctors office??? I get nervous at the doctor's. Always think it's gonna be bad news. Lol. But I know what you mean. Wanna be professional. Not just a greasy shop office where you feel like you're gonna get scammed. Good luck man. You're gonna do great.

  • @Sonn87
    @Sonn8711 ай бұрын

    I’m

  • @sergioloera6591
    @sergioloera6591 Жыл бұрын

    Number one thing you should always do mechanic lien and take there car away

  • @sergioloera6591

    @sergioloera6591

    Жыл бұрын

    When you write the contract for the lien always make sure that it's on there say you will repo the car if no pay this is a good thing to put on contract for the shop to you will never lose

  • @RickySlatton
    @RickySlatton3 ай бұрын

    That’s awful. You put hard work into fixing that man vehicle and he doesn’t pay you. Some people disgust me.

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    3 ай бұрын

    And even though I won the court case, he still hasn’t paid to this day and it’s been years lol

  • @RickySlatton

    @RickySlatton

    3 ай бұрын

    You are a good guy Alex. Don’t ever let people change your kindness and generosity.

  • @LEEBEASTTHEBAN
    @LEEBEASTTHEBAN4 ай бұрын

    See evil people take your kindness for weakness. I would never not pay a mechanic, I did brakes, oil cooler, radiator, tire rotations, batterys, water pumps, fuel pumps etc the labor is no joke I have to rest two days, I'm not a mechanic I still pay dealership or mom pop shops. But the right tools make a nightmare job easy for official mechanics, still no reason not to pay for there service. My opinion 🫡

  • @bradysolaem2467
    @bradysolaem24672 жыл бұрын

    Con you simply cannot keep everything in your service vehicle bulk hoses fuses service manuals engine hoist bearing press tranny jack air compressor a computer with alldata or intel of choice

  • @bradysolaem2467
    @bradysolaem24672 жыл бұрын

    Con you simply cannot keep everything in your service vehicle bulk hoses fuses service manuals engine hoist bearing press tranny jack air compressor a computer with alldata or intel of choice

  • @AlexTheCarDoctor

    @AlexTheCarDoctor

    2 жыл бұрын

    I absolutely agree! Nothing like being out on a job and not having what you need to make the job safe and easier .

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