If you lived closer to me I would take my car to you!!! In fact, it needs to go to the shop right now. It is sitting in the driveway unable to be started.
I am having my boyfriend deal with the mechanic (since he's just dealt with him on his own truck) because I always feel like they see me coming and think they can get one over on me. I had a mechanic in the town I grew up in and he wasn't like that. I trusted him not to take advantage of my lack of knowledge when it comes to my car. If I had a female mechanic in my town I'd definitely go see her first!!!

Good for you! And I'm sure you will succeed and be so happy!