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 - Digital Marketing Specialist
612-325-0421 - sand0979@umn.edu
Reece just finished his Freshman 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.
Eric Nordlander - Service Advisor
952-922-2222 - ericn@germanautoworks.com
Born and raised on the Iron Range of Minnesota, Eric joined German Auto Works after many years in sales and service in organizations ranging in size from the corporate office of Best Buy to his own small consulting firm. His personal passions have led him to compete in triathlons and to stay engaged in service and volunteer work in his personal life. He is enthusiastic about being helpful and staying focused on solutions for our customers.
Sam C. - Customer service Representative
952-922-2222 - service@germanautoworks.com
Sam manages our back office and phones. She started as a customer and has decided to come join the team helping us with front of the house work. Sam will likely be the smiling face you see when you come in or voice you hear on the phone. She has a long history in a customer service/management role and we are fortunate to have here on board.
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.
Craig Z. - Classics Technician
952-922-2222 - service@germanautoworks.com
Craig started with German Auto Works in 2019 after a long career with Identifix which is a technician support and diagnostic assistance company. He has years of experience in the industry between technician support and working with other shops. Craig is our go to for older model vehicles. When not in the shop he spend time at his place in northern Minnesota working on his own projects.
Jordan W. - Audi Technician
952-922-2222 - service@germanautoworks.com
Jordan came to us in early 2019. We recruited him from one of the local Audi dealerships. He has a total of 8 years experience with Audi alone however he has been in the industry for his whole life. Jordan has factory training with Audi that he brings to the team. When not in the shop Jordan is a happily married father of 7 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.