28th Street Auto Repair and More creates opportunities

A family owned and operated business is nearing its first decade of service with its customers and community in mind.

For a full line of auto repair services and tire sales, 28th Street Auto Repair and More, 1716 E. 28thSt. in Lorain, twirls wrenches to please customers.

“We’re building a nice customer base; we employ locally, and we want to continue to build our business and create better opportunities for people who live around here,” said Brittany Bow- yer, the 18-year-old daughter of owner Scottie Bowyer.

Scottie Bowyer, 37, also owns a car lot, Quality Carz and More, 6210 Middle Ridge Road in Lorain, said Danielle Lewis, an office manager at 28th Street Auto.

“We’ve been here for nine years,” Lewis said.

In addition to new tire sales of name brands such as Goodyear, Kelly Tires, Michelin, BFGoodrich, Bridgestone, Hankook, Kumho and Dunlop, a 30-day warranty on used tires also is available, Lewis said.

“We also buy junk vehicles as long as they have a valid title with their name on it,” she said.

To boost awareness of the store’s Facebook page, 28th Street Auto offers specials such as Monday Madness, Tune-up Tuesday and Wheel Bearing Wednesday, Lewis said.

Also on Facebook, customers can find entry requirements for winning a free set of brake pads, installed, an $80 value, Lewis said.

Four employees work at the repair shop.

“My main technician graduated from Admiral King High School, James Bowyer. He’s 35 and the manager. He’s been with the company for seven years. He and Scottie are brothers,” Lewis said.

“Richard Ensman is 35. He’s been a service technician with the company for eight years,” Lewis said. “He specializes in welding, computer diagnostics, and troubleshooting.

For more information, to schedule a vehicle repair or to buy a new set of tires call 28th Street Auto Repair and More at 440-240-2277.

“We want to give everybody here a fresh start because of the economy around us,” said Brittany Bowyer.

For more information on the businesses and coupons., visit www.28thstreetautorepair.com/ and www.qualitycarzohio.com/default.aspx

Eric Bonzar/EBonzar@morningjournal com Brothers Scottie and James Bowyer have owned and operated their family business, 28th Street Auto Repair and More, since 2006. The brothers’ business offers a full line of auto repair, tire sales and a used car lot. Pictured from left to right are Brittany Bowyer, service writer; Scottie’s wife, Sonia Bowyer; Scottie Bowyer, owner; James Bowyer, manager; Danielle Lewis, office manager; and Philip Sipe, tire technician.