SNOW DAY!

Walt Fortney • Dec 10, 2018

Of course, it was bound to happen. Three days before we hit the road to begin this new chapter in our lives, Mother Nature decided to take a 20″ dump on us. I guess we’ll take this as a final cold, and yet still beautiful, good-bye. I’m sure a few years from now we’ll look back on it, maybe even miss it, but at the same time, we’re certain we never want to experience it again! We’re very much looking forward to the Punta Gorda Christmas Boat Parade, and anticipate spending every winter the same way from then on out.

With this finality, the reality of our move is starting to settle in. We’ve still got a lot to pack, many logistics to figure out, and a whole lot of paperwork to sign before we close on the property this coming Friday. But we’re excited. We’re scared, and we’re nervous, but we’re ready for this.

As the story goes for most technicians I’d imagine, I’ve been dreaming of my own shop for over 20 years. Unlike most, however, I know this isn’t for the money. It can’t be. I’m taking a massive pay cut to pursue this dream. The truth is, I’ll never make the money I once did. It’s not about that though. It’s about the love, the passion, and personal pride. I’ve learned from every dealership and shop I’ve worked at. I’ve studied. I’ve observed. And now I believe I have the skill and experience to provide a superior service experience for YOU.

Whether you just need an oil change, or a complete service, or even a crazy huge turbo/all wheel drive/manual transmission conversion – there’s nothing we can’t handle here, and I can’t wait to start sharing it all with you come January 2nd!

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