a friend of mine is going through some rough times right now, and on top of it, just found out yesterday that her '05 ford escape is big time fucked up. don't have the detailed info yet on exactly what's wrong with it but she was told by them yesterday that somethings wrong with her rods and that she should expect to shell out $6000+ for a new engine.

just wondering if anyone here knows of a good mechanic or dealership service dept that she'd at least be able to get a good 2nd opinion from.

thanks in advance.