1-on-1 Consulting
Get a Real Answer From Someone Who's Been on the Other Side.
Most drivers make repair decisions alone, under pressure, without the information they need. That's exactly what this is designed to fix. Direct access to 15+ years of insider knowledge — with zero financial interest in what you decide.
How It Works
Simple. Direct. On Your Side.
You bring the situation — an estimate you're not sure about, a warning light, a repair decision, or a tire question — and I bring 15+ years of experience from the other side of the service counter. No jargon. No runaround. Just a straight answer.
Choose your option
Pick the tier that fits your situation — or start with the free Discovery Call if you're not sure where to begin.
Fill out the intake form
Tell Tim about your vehicle and situation. The more detail you share, the more productive your session will be.
Book your time
After the form you'll go straight to Calendly to pick a time that works. Tim reviews your intake before the call.
What Drivers Are Saying
Real People. Real Confidence.
Consulting Options
Choose What Fits Your Situation
Not sure which option is right for you? Start with the free Discovery Call — no pitch, no pressure, no commitment.
Free · Introductory
Discovery Call
"Not sure where to start? Start here."
$0 / one-time
Twenty minutes with Tim — no pitch, no pressure. You'll get a clear picture of who 2nd Opinion Automotive is, what we do, how the consulting works, and whether it's the right fit for your situation. Bring any general vehicle questions too. By the end of the call you'll know exactly what your next step is — even if that step isn't us.
What's included
- 20-minute 1-on-1 call with Tim
- Overview of who we are and how we work
- General vehicle questions welcome
- Zero obligation — no pitch, no pressure
One-Time
Second Opinion Call
"One issue. One call. One straight answer."
$89 / session
You've got a specific situation — an estimate that feels high, a repair you're not sure about, a warning light you don't understand. This is a focused 1-on-1 session with Tim, for as long as it takes to fully work through your situation. You'll leave knowing what's going on, what it should cost, what's urgent, what can wait, and exactly what to say when you go back to the shop.
What's included
- 1-on-1 call with Tim — no time limit
- Estimate review and line-by-line breakdown
- Urgent vs. can-wait assessment
- What to say when you go back to the shop
- Scheduled via Calendly at your convenience
The average unnecessary repair runs $500–$1,500. One call can pay for itself before you leave the parking lot.
Get StartedMonthly Subscription
On-Call Access
"Your car guy. On call. All month."
$39 / month
2-month minimum commitment · + $50 per consultation call (vs. $89 standard)
Most people don't have a repair emergency every month — but they do have questions. Something sounds different. A light comes on. A shop calls mid-repair with an add-on. On-Call Access means you never figure any of that out alone. Unlimited email access to Tim all month, plus discounted consultation calls whenever your situation needs one.
What's included
- Unlimited email access to Tim
- Typical response within 1–2 hours (may vary)
- Standard consultation calls at $50 (save $39 vs. standard)
- Emergency same-day calls $60 (vs. $99 standard)
- Calls scheduled via Calendly as needed
- 2-month minimum, cancel after anytime
Annual Subscription
Full Year Access
"Tim in your corner. Every repair. All year."
$349 / year
Standard consultation calls included free — emergency same-day calls $15
The most complete coverage we offer. Unlimited email access, free consultation calls whenever you need them, priority scheduling during designated hours, direct text and email access to Tim personally, and the entire Confident Car Care Academy included. For drivers who rely on their vehicle and want a trusted resource in their corner all year — this is it.
What's included
- Unlimited email access to Tim
- Typical response within 1–2 hours (may vary)
- Standard consultation calls free — scheduled via Calendly
- Emergency same-day calls $15 (vs. $99 standard)
- Priority scheduling during designated hours
- Direct text & email to Tim — ~2 hr response
- Complete Confident Car Care Academy — all 17 guides ($179 value)
$39/mo × 12 = $468 — Full Year saves you $119. The Academy alone is $179.
Get StartedEmergency Consultation
Can't Wait? Get Tim on the Phone Today.
Shop called with an add-on mid-repair. Warning light just came on. Someone's about to sign something that doesn't feel right. For situations that can't wait for a scheduled appointment, Tim offers same-day emergency consultations.
Same-Day. No Waiting. Straight to the Point.
Emergency consultations are booked same-day and handled as quickly as Tim's schedule allows. Bring your situation, your estimate, your questions — and walk away with a clear answer before you have to make a decision you're not sure about.
Due to the nature of urgent requests, all emergency consultations are charged at $99 upfront. If you're an active subscriber, the difference is refunded during or after the call — you'll never pay more than your member rate.
* Refunds processed to original payment method within 1–3 business days.
Book Emergency ConsultationStandard / New Clients
Charged at booking
$99
On-Call Monthly Members
$99 charged · $39 refunded after call
$60
Full Year Members
$99 charged · $84 refunded after call
$15
Is This Right for Me?
This Is Built for Drivers Who...
You don't need to be mechanically inclined. You just need a situation you want clarity on.
Just got handed an estimate they don't understand
Eight line items, codes you've never seen, and a service consultant waiting for an answer. Let's work through it before you sign.
Have a warning light and don't know how urgent it is
Not every light means stop the car. Not every light is safe to ignore. Let's figure out which one you're dealing with.
Aren't sure whether to repair or replace their vehicle
The repair-or-replace decision is one of the most expensive you'll make. It deserves more than a gut call at the service counter.
Feel like they keep getting taken advantage of at shops
If every visit ends with you wondering what just happened, the issue isn't you — it's that nobody ever gave you the tools to push back.
Want a trusted resource before every major repair
Before you approve anything over $500, having someone in your corner who knows what it should cost changes the outcome.
Drive a Honda and want someone who actually knows the brand
Tim spent the majority of his service consultant career at Honda dealerships. He knows the maintenance schedules, the common upsells, the service lane playbook, and exactly what your Honda does and doesn't need.
Are buying tires and don't know where to start
The wrong tires can compromise your family's safety. Tim loves talking tires — type, season, brand, fit for your vehicle and driving conditions. Let's get it right before you buy.
Are buying a used vehicle and want a second set of eyes
What the seller doesn't mention and what a pre-purchase inspection misses can cost thousands. Let's make sure you're not walking into that.
What this isn't: We don't diagnose vehicles, perform repairs, or replace your mechanic. We're an independent second opinion — the resource you wish you had before your last expensive repair decision.
Prefer to learn at your own pace first? The Confident Car Care Academy gives you the complete self-guided education — 17 guides covering everything from reading estimates to finding a shop you can trust.
Explore the Academy →