[rondeo]

Ford dealers employ go-betweens to deal with the public. They may have little or no interest in mechanical matters and may never have seen your car, yet still express strong opinions about it. Mechanics at Ford dealers are another matter, they have access Ford information (IDS) and will hopefully take a close look at your car. They don't usually talk to the public though.

General mechanics, although competent may not have access to information. So ask: do you have information about this gearbox, fuel pump, fluids etc?

I'd be looking for a mechanic whose workshop is brightly illuminated and above all appears to be able to hold a sensible conversation.

Maybe someone can reply to you original question!