According to a 1999 Gallup Poll, auto mechanics were 20th out of 45 professions thought to be "the most honest" in the US.

1. Nurses
2. Pharmacists
3. Veterinarians
4. Medical Doctors
5. Grade & H.S. Teachers
6. Clergy (remember this is 1999)
7. Judges
8. Policemen
9. Dentists
10. College Teachers
11. Engineers
12. Day Care Providers
13. Funeral Directors
14. Computer Industry Executives
15. Bankers
16. Home Repair (plumber, carpenter)
17. Chiropractors
18. State Governors
19. Journalists
20.Auto Mechanics
21. Business Execs
22. Store Salespeople

29. Building Contractors

36. Real Estate Agents
37. Lawyers
38. Guns Salesmen
39. Congressmen

41. Insurance Salesmen
42. HMO Managers

44. Telemarketers
45. Car Salesmen