German auto repair service in Ann Arbor MI

Auto technicians at Stadium Auto Service in Ann Arbor, MI

About Staff

The success of Stadium Auto Service in Ann Arbor MI is attributed to our talented employees and their commitment to your 100% satisfaction. And they work very hard to be your professional auto service facility.

Our staff has an impressive list of certifications, training, and experience. Our certified shop technicians hold a wide variety of qualifications and decades of combined experience! These are the people who make it all happen:


Service Manager

Introduction

Jim is definitely an Audi - Volkswagen expert and enthusiast. He has extensive Audi & Volkswagen training in both parts & service areas, with a 4-year VW Master Parts Specialist Certification received during dealership employment. He’s been driving & tinkering with Volkswagens since he was old enough to drive. Jim also has 3 years of Porsche service experience. You can be assured, if you have any questions or concerns, Jim has the knowledge and automotive industry connections to ensure you get the best German auto service and advice possible in the Ann Arbor, MI area.

Experience
  • 2022: Service Manager at Stadium Auto Service
  • 2016: Joined our team as Service Advisor at Stadium Auto Service
  • 2014: Service advisor at Germain Audi / Volkswagen
  • 2009: Parts advisor at Germain Audi / Volkswagen / Porsche
Specialties
  • Volkswagen Master Parts Specialist Certification, received during dealership employment
  • 3 years Porsche service experience
Training - Education - Certificates
  • Extensive Audi/Volkswagen/Porsche training during 7 years at an auto dealership.
  • Jim has completed extensive Audi & Volkswagen training in both parts & service including a 4-year VW Master Parts Certification.

Service Advisor

Introduction

TJ brings an excellent blend of technical knowledge and business management knowledge from his 19 years working in the automotive service industry. His combination of experience makes him an excellent asset to our team. TJ is excited to be a part of Stadium Auto Service, our “German Only” auto repair service facility. TJ is an avid Audi enthusiast, a part of the local Audi club with his B5 Audi S4 with a Stage 3 Tune. Yep, it’s a rocket.

Experience
  • 2023 – Joined our team at Stadium Auto Service
  • 2021 – Service Advisor for large, independent multi-location auto repair shop
  • 2014 – Service Manager for large, independent multi-location auto repair shop
  • 2004 – Ford Dealership, 6 years as Service Advisor, 4 years in Sales
Training - Education - Certificates
  • Eastern Michigan University – Technology Management bachelor’s degree
  • Henry Ford College – Automotive Technology associate degree

Audi-VW-Porsche Specialist, ASE Master Certified Technician

Introduction

Mike is our “go-to-guy” for Audi-Volkswagen-Porsche repair. Audi-Volkswagen-Porsche experience since 1990, which included extensive hours of Audi-Volkswagen-Porsche training. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your Audi, Porsche, or VW, we have very qualified people to help you.

Experience
  • Professional Audi-Volkswagen-Porsche Technician since 1990
  • 2019 - Joined our team at Stadium Auto Service
  • 2015 – Independent Repair facility as Audi/VW/Porsche technician
  • 1990 – Audi/Volkswagen/Porsche Dealership Technician
Specialties
  • Audi service & repair
  • Porsche service & repair
  • VW service & repair
Training - Education - Certificates
  • Master Certified ASE Technician with additional L1 Certification
  • Audi Master Guild Certified Technician while working for a Porsche dealership
  • Volkswagen Master Certified Technician while working for a Porsche dealership
  • Audi-Volkswagen-Porsche Factory Training – 29 years
  • Northwestern Michigan College

Porsche-Audi Specialist, ASE Master Certified Technician

Introduction

Nick is our Porsche-Audi service and repair Specialist

Experience
  • Joined Stadium Auto Service team in 2022.
  • 7 years as a Porsche dealership technician.
  • 8 years as a Motor Transport Mechanic 3521 United States Marine Corps
Specialties
  • All aspects of Audi service and repair
  • All aspects of Porsche service and repair
Training - Education - Certificates
  • ASE Master Certified Technician

  • NIck was awarded as a "Gold Certified Porsche Technician" while working for a Porsche dealership.

  • Previous Porsche Training & Certificates:

    • Customer Communications

    • P001 Sports Car Servicing and General Repair

    • P002 Cayenne vehicles

    • P003 Panamera vehicles

    • P-EV Taycan vehicles

    • P10W Gen II Engine Repair

    • P10W 911 Carrera / Boxster Engine Repair

    • P10W Cayenne Engine Repair

    • P21 Engine Management Systems

    • P23 Diesel DME

    • P25 Advanced Fuel & Ignition Diagnosis & Repair

    • P29 Hybrid Technology & High Voltage Safety

    • HVE High Voltage Expert

    • P40 Chassis, Steering, Brakes, Alignment

    • P60 Soft Roof & Body Systems

    • P65 Hard Roof & Body Systems

    • P80 Climate Control Systems

    • P90 Electrical Systems

    • P95 Advanced Electrical Systems

  • Audi certified repair technician

  • Master ASE certified:

    • A1 – Engine Repair

    • A2 – Automatic Transmission/Transaxle

    • A3 – Manual Drive Train & Axles

    • A4 – Suspension & Steering

    • A5 – Brakes

    • A6 – Electrical/Electronic Systems

    • A7 – Heating & Air Conditioning

    • A8 – Engine Performance

  • Universal Technical Institute:

    • Automotive/Diesel-Industrial

    • Ford FACT

    • Porsche PTAP

Background

Attended Universal Technical Institute in Chicago to learn more about automotive service and repair. I graduated Valedictorian and was accepted into the Porsche PTAP program in Atlanta, GA. I then got lucky enough to be hired at Porsche of Ann Arbor where I spent 7 years learning and servicing Porsche vehicles.


Auto Service Technician: Mercedes-Benz & BMW service & repair specialist

Experience
  • 2021 rejoined our team at Stadium Auto Service
  • 3 years with Mercedes-Benz dealership
  • 3 years with Stadium Auto Service: VW, Audi, Mercedes-Benz technician
  • 6 years with Volkswagen/Audi dealership
  • 8 years with Chrysler/Jeep dealership
  • 1 year with Lincoln/Mercury dealership
  • 6 years served in the US National Guard as a Vehicle Mechanic
Specialties
  • Mercedes-Benz service and repair, 3 years of factory training
  • BMW service and repair
  • Volkswagen/Audi Trained Technician
  • Chrysler Trained Technician
Training - Education - Certificates
  • Mercedes-Benz manufacture training
  • Volkswagen/Audi manufacture training
  • Chrysler manufacture training
  • 2 years U.T.I. – Associates Degree in Automotive & Diesel
  • 2 years Western Michigan – Communications & Exercise Science

Auto Repair Technician: BMW & MINI Technician


Owner / Business Manager / Team Builder

Introduction

Other than my time in the Air Force, I’ve been an Ann Arbor / Saline resident since 1971. I had dreams and visions of owning my own business back in my high school years. In 1980, one year following my Air Force tour, I reached my high school dream of business owner as an owner/operator of a Shell Auto Care on the east side of Ann Arbor. In 2002, after 22 years as a Shell owner/operator, I bought the building in Ann Arbor on Hoover. I sold the Shell Service Station business and moved the auto repair portion of the business to the new “Hoover Street Auto Repair” location on Hoover Ave. In 2013, I expanded with a second repair facility, Stadium Auto Service”, which is focused on German Automotive service, and in 2016, a third repair facility, State Street Auto Service, focused on light & medium duty diesel trucks.

Experience
  • Owner/Operator providing Auto Repair in Ann Arbor since 1980
  • 2021 opened fourth location "Abbott Street Auto Service".
  • 2016 opened third location “State Street Auto Service”
  • 2013 opened second location “Stadium Auto Service”
  • 2002 sold the gas business & opened “Hoover Street Auto”
  • 1980 started as a Shell Auto Care owner/operator
  • Served in the US Air Force
Training - Education - Certificates
  • Northwestern Michigan College