Buellton Garage gets an award for being one of our very first clients and they’re still a client today. Back in 2017, they discovered us while looking for custom leather patch hats to circulate among their customers throughout the Santa Ynez Valley. What started as a small automotive shop has since grown into a highly systematized, full-service auto repair business serving the Buellton community and beyond.
Founded by Josh and Jeni, Buellton Garage has become a true one-stop shop for car care, offering everything from auto repair and maintenance to smog checks and, most recently, tires. Their focus on systems, culture, and customer experience has allowed them to scale without losing the personal touch that local customers value.
We recently had the opportunity to do a behind-the-scenes shop tour with the Buellton Garage team, where we dove deep into their founding years, how they’ve built efficient processes, and what their future plans look like. One thing is clear: they aren’t stopping at a single location. Josh and Jeni are actively planning to replicate this turnkey automotive business model in multiple cities.
If you’re a small business owner, especially in the automotive repair industry, this video is worth your time. There are several practical takeaways you can apply immediately, whether it’s building a strong company culture, creating buy-in from employees, or designing systems that support long-term growth. Personally, I walked away inspired by how intentional they are about taking care of their team and aligning everyone around a shared vision.
