Quality, guaranteed used automotive parts
Pete's Auto Parts is proud to be a third generation, locally owned and operated business. In addition to selling quality used auto parts, we also sell remanufactured and aftermarket parts, and we recycle vehicles. Ever wonder where your totaled car ended up? Pete's purchases vehicles from insurance companies through brokers and auctions, we sell the parts we can and then we recycle the fluids, metals, and all materials we can. Automobiles are the most recycled American product! Give us a try to save money and to be kind to the environment while supporting a local business and our 30+ employees. Pete's Auto Parts can provide you with parts, from tires to engines to radios to headlights to taillights, and everything in between.
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since the 1950's!
What is your primary product or service?
Quality used auto parts including engines, transmissions, wheels, tires, batteries, body panels, seats, and electrical & mechanical components. We also sell remanufactured engines and transmissions and a variety of new auto parts.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
A passion for used auto parts runs in the family! Pete opened the business in the 50's, his son Ron bought it in the 80's. Ron's daughter Amber graduated from Alma College worked in the family business for over 6 years. She left with her family's blessing to run American Auto Parts in Omaha, Nebraska, for two years, and then ran the Loveland, Colorado branch of H&H Auto Parts before starting her own consulting business. Amber has helped auto recyclers all over the US and Canada, she speaks at state, national, and international conventions and her articles have been published in many industry magazines. After years of travel and establishing herself in the industry, Amber and her husband bought a home in Holland and purchased Pete's January 1st, 2016.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Our "behind the scenes" staff is just as professional as our knowledgeable salespeople. We take pride in hiring and developing talent and we have the very best dismantlers, parts pullers, shippers, and more. When you purchase from Pete's, you are supporting the families of all of these hardworking people, and your parts come with the very best guarantee.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
We have one main location and one supporting location with offices and warehouses. Pete's is always growing but we're trying to keep our operations right where they started, in Jenison.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Pete's Auto Parts is located on Port Sheldon Road, in between Balsam and Chicago Drive, on the South side of the road. Look for our big blue building!
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, PayPal.
Which areas do you service?
We deliver to businesses all over Michigan, and ship nationwide.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Amber Kendrick is the 3rd generation owner of Pete's Auto Parts. She serves as the sales manager and is Pete's granddaughter. Jessi Van Spronsen is the General Manager and oversees operations.
What are your hours of operation?
Monday through Friday, 8am to 5:30pm.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
"Good as new!" when it comes to our guaranteed used parts. That our staff is professional, when it comes to our service.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
"People tolerate us because we are exceptional."