Meet the Staff of German Auto Works
German Auto Works - Friendly Staff
From the moment you step on our lot until the time you drive away, your service or buying experience with German Auto Works is our number one priority. We encourage you to use the expertise and resources of our staff; they are here to help you. Call us today at 952-922-2222 to schedule your vehicle service or test drive!
Steve Sanders - Co-Owner
952-926-1880 - sales@germanautoworks.com
Originally from Californina, Steve Sanders started his career in the technology arena with Digital Equipment Corporation. Steve married Julie and followed her back to her native Minnesota in the early 90s. Steve had always had an appreciation for cars and once in Minnesota he and Julie got a bit more involved by joining the Audi Quattro Club and attending several driver training tack events at Brainerd International Raceway. Around the same time, Steve met German Auto Works founder, Don Lindall. Don had opened German Auto Works back in 1971 and he and Steve formed a friendship that lasts to this day. Steve purchased a 1986 911 Cab from Don in the mid 90's and became a customer of German Auto Works. This path would eventually lead to Steve and Don forming a partnership in the late 1990's in the German Auto Works vehicle sales business. In time Don retired to his ranch in Montanna and Steve befriended Hunter Darth. Steve and Hunter would form a partnership and purchase the German Auto Works Service business in 2010 which had been run by Tom and Dave for many years. As the owner of German Auto Works, Steve is passionate about keeping German Auto Works on the cutting edge. Under their ownership considerable investments have been made not only in the technology utilized in the shop but also in the service staff that care for your vehicles.
Hunter Darth - Co-Owner
952-926-1880 - sales@germanautoworks.com
Hunter Darth brings many years of high end automotive sales and acquisitions talent to German Auto Works. He's always been an automotive enthusiast and loves working with people in both the sales and service arenas. His constant motivation and attention to detail help make German Auto Works what it is today.
Reece Sanders - Service Advisor
612-325-0421 - sand0979@umn.edu
Reece just finished his Senior year year at The University of Minnesota this past spring, he will be joining our staff this summer and into the upcoming fall to help us further develop our social media usage and help us better connect with everyone in our area! We are excited to have Reece join our staff! Reece has a love for cars but also enjoys playing golf, being with friends and family and spending time on the lake. Look for Reece next time you find yourself in the shop!
Nick Lawson - Service Manager
952-922-2222 - nick@germanautoworks.com
Nick is a father of three and has been around cars his whole life. He was partners in a small dealership specializing in German makes and models for over 8 years when he came to join us here at German Auto Works in 2012. Nick is our service department manager and overseas our day to day operations.
Chuck H. - Mercedes Technician
Chuck has been with German Auto Works since 2013 and is our lead technician in the shop specializing in Mercedes Benz service and repair. Before coming to us he owned and operated his own shop for close to 25 years. Chuck has been through training for most of the makes and models that we service, everything from Audi, BMW to Mercedes and Porsche. Chuck drives to and from the shop all the way from his farm in Wisconsin where he raises horses with his partner Jenni. He spends much of his free time in the summer on his Harley which can be found parked on the side of the building often.
Matt M. - BMW Master Technician/Shop Foreman
952-922-2222 - service@germanautoworks.com
Matt is a husband and father of 2. He comes to us from one of the big BMW stores in town were he spent over 15 years of his career. Before that he was at a Mercedes dealer for the first part of his career. He is a well rounded technician and brings with a vast knowledge of cars. At this stage in his career he is spending less time under the hood and more time managing the shop.
Jordan W. - Audi Technician
952-922-2222 - service@germanautoworks.com
Jordan came to us from one of the local Audi dealerships. He has been in the auto repair industry his whole life however he became Audi Certified in 2013 and is our Audi specialist. Jordan has factory training with Audi and extensive Porsche training since joining us here. When not in the shop Jordan is a happily married father of 7 (with one on the way) and is actively involved in his church community.
Brandon M. - Automotive Technician
952-922-2222 - service@germanautoworks.com
Brandon is the newest addition to the crew here at German Auto Works. He has years of experience in the industry with a vast knowledge of multiple makes. With a general knack for being able to figure anything out, he is an excellent addition to the team. When not at work he loves spending time with his wife if he is not out on the trail with a dirt bike.