About LeDoux's Auto Service
Gary's grandfather started an Automotive Service Center back in 1917 in Mount Angel Oregon that was called "LeDoux's Super Service". The original "TEXACO" branded building is still there and standing on the corner of East Church Steet & South Main Street in Mount Angel, Oregon. It was later remodeled and painted & turned into a NAPA Auto Parts Store which is still in business to this very day.
In 1935 The start to LeDoux's Auto Service was born. This was a 3rd generation auto repair & service shop with all 3 working together in/out of that location. Gary as young kid working along side his dad & Grandfather.
In 1985, Gary LeDoux took the step to open his very own Automotive Service & Repair location in Salem Oregon. He started with repairing & replacing exhaust systems & mufflers and offering basic maintenance services. As the industry changed so did Gary. He started offering Automotive Maintenance Services & Repair Services along with tire sales. As the auto industry kept evolving due to the automotive technology constantly getting better and more advanced, Gary was able to adapt to the industry changes and remain one of the Premier Automotive Repair Shops In Salem Oregon. He constantly updated & improved his diagnostic equipment/technology to stay up to date with current Automotive repair needs.
Gary greatly enjoyed serving multiple generations of families for several years with their vehicle services & repairs. He would often tell stories about what each family drove for vehicles & who had the nicer cars out of the family. Gary sure loved the classic cars! He would often say, "It was really a neat deal to meet & take care of the great grandparents, grandparents, the parents & their kid's vehicles". "To have that type of connection for that many generations made me feel like I was doing something right". He would always say "I'm here to help our customers and more importantly keep our community driving safely & reliable."
Gary LeDoux in January 2025 was finally looking to retire and pass the reins on. Steve Hensley & Vahn Stone joined forces to purchase the business from him. All great minds think alike and when Gary LeDoux gave us the option to purchase this business, we felt honored to be able to continue to service his great customer base & our local community members.
Steve and Vahn worked together for several years prior to coming together to purchase LeDoux's Auto Service. Most recently they worked together at a Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge & RAM Dealership. They also worked together at a Ford Dealership. They quickly knew that they worked very well together and wanted to one day own their very own Automotive Repair Shop. It was just the perfect timing to be able to purchase LeDoux's Auto Service.
Steve came from being an Under Car Technician for 30 years where he specialized in Alignments, Tires, Steering & Suspension Repairs, Differential & Axle Upgrades That Includes Differential Gears, Lockers & Updated Stronger Housings for Off Road Applications & Improve Performance & Longevity, Lift Kits, Lowering Kits & Installing Aftermarket Vehicle Accessory Kits that include Winches, Off-Road Lights, Side Steps, Nerf Bars & Running Boards, On-Board Vehicle Air System, Custom Fenders & Fender Flares, Custom Bumpers, Factory JEEP Off-Road Accessories & Overlanding Equipment. This has not only been Steve's job but his passion for the last 30 years. He loves being outdoors and enjoying time in the sand and rock crawling with family & friends. He also enjoys scuba diving in the ocean.
Vahn has worked in the automotive industry for over 19 years as a Service Technician, Store Manager, Service Advisor, Shop Foreman, Service Manager & A Parts & Service Director. He worked for Independent Repair Facilities & Dealerships all throughout Oregon. Vahn always wanted a shop of his very own to be able to take care of customers on a more personal level, not a corporate one. Vahn has always said "It's a very simple philosophy, We are in a community that needs assistance in vehicle repairs & services, this is our time to shine and take care of our customers because they are our neighbors." "The goal is to provide exceptional service to create a positive and lasting impact on every customer interaction. Afterall we want Raving Fans not just customers."