Category Archives: Shop Talk

Shop Talk- Dave Gettman says goodbye

Posted on December 15, 2016 by tomdwyer

Our Holiday Schedule We want our people to spend time with their families and friends during the Holidays, and fortunately the oddities of the calendar mean we don’t have to close the shop very much to do it this year. … Continue reading →

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Shop Talk for November, 2016

Posted on November 8, 2016 by tomdwyer

Comment of the Month This month’s Comment was hard to include as an actual comment because it doesn’t have any words, but we made the exception anyway. It comes from our Post Service Feedback cards where … Continue reading →

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Shop Talk- Election Party Update… it’s not good news.

Posted on September 29, 2016 by tomdwyer

Comment of the Month This month’s Comment comes from our inbound email; an inquiry from a potential client… Hello, I’m hoping you’re able to help me. Recently, I went to [an auto parts store] for a … Continue reading →

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Shop Talk- Comments from… cats

Posted on August 25, 2016 by tomdwyer

Comment of the Month Our Comment of the Month comes from a cat… well, from the Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon, who said on Facebook “Need some help with your car? For any new clients who mention an FCCO referral, … Continue reading →

Posted in 2016 August, Newsletter Columns, Newsletters, Shop Talk | Tagged carwash, Coupons, discounts, feral cat coalition, offers, quarterly, referral, referral reward, yearly | Comments Off

One insider trick you MUST have for the Sellwood Park Concerts!

Posted on July 28, 2016 by tomdwyer

Three down and two to go… you don’t have many opportunities left to enjoy the Sellwood Summer Concerts! They’re part of a city-wide program by Portland Parks and Recreation bringing free movies, concerts, and events to parks around Portland. Our … Continue reading →

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Shop Talk- Summer Concerts AND our Referral Reward Quarterly winner

Posted on June 30, 2016 by tomdwyer

The Sellwood Summer Concerts are back! We look forward to the Sellwood Riverfront Park Concerts all year. They’re part of a fantastic city-wide program by Portland Parks and Recreation that brings free movies, concerts, and more to parks around Portland. … Continue reading →

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Shop Talk- “Tom D.”‘s Comment of the Month

Posted on May 25, 2016 by tomdwyer

Comment of the Month Tom D. said “My auto shop has been nominated for ‘Best Auto Repair in Portland’ in Willamette Week’s 2016 ‘Best of Portland’ issue. I’d be very grateful if my spectacular clients would … Continue reading →

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Shop Talk for April 2016

Posted on April 29, 2016 by tomdwyer

Current Discount Offers Carbon Neutral Program- Offset the carbon production of your vehicle AND save 10% on ALL labor charges for that vehicle throughout your one-year membership. You also get a really cool window cling membership sticker. We have … Continue reading →

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Shop Talk- Lots of Big Big Winners!

Posted on March 15, 2016 by tomdwyer

Portland Airport Carpet Floormats- STEPHANIE IS A WINNER! We were at the big Sellwood Bridge Grand Opening in February, enjoying the day and meeting our neighbors. We were taking entries for a set of auto … Continue reading →

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Shop Talk- Here’s how your comments matter

Posted on February 16, 2016 by tomdwyer

Comment of the Month Deanna D. said, “Thanks for the painted door. It looks nice!” A painted door might not sound like it deserves “Comment of the Month”, but look closer… a couple months ago we … Continue reading →

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