Sherwood Auto Repair, a family-owned automotive repair shop that began in Old Town Sherwood in 1986, is celebrating 40 years of serving local drivers. Now located at 9965 SW Tualatin-Sherwood Road in Tualatin, the business remains in the LaPlante family and has expanded to include a third generation. The milestone underscores the rarity of a small, independent repair shop surviving four decades while staying under the same family’s ownership—a point of pride for owner Scott LaPlante, who took over from his father, Felix.
To mark the occasion, the shop is hosting a 40th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at its Tualatin location. The event is open to the public and will feature catering from Koi Fusion and a bounce house for children. According to the company, the celebration is intended as a thank-you to the customers, employees, and community members who have supported the business over the years. For a local repair shop to reach 40 years is significant not only for the family but also for the broader community, as it highlights the value of long-term relationships in an industry often dominated by chains and dealerships.
Founded by Felix LaPlante, the business started as a small shop in Sherwood before eventually moving to Tualatin. It has remained locally owned and family operated throughout its history. Today, Felix’s son, Scott LaPlante, leads the company, and Scott’s son, Alden LaPlante, works as part of the team. That three-generation continuity is unusual in the automotive repair sector, where many independent shops close or change hands within a few decades. The LaPlante family’s sustained involvement suggests a deep-rooted commitment to the trade and to the customers they serve.
Over the past 40 years, Sherwood Auto Repair has witnessed substantial changes in both automotive technology and the local community. The shop has adapted by combining modern diagnostic tools and repair expertise with the personalized service that has been its hallmark since 1986. Customers today receive comprehensive automotive repair and maintenance backed by a 5-Year/75,000-Mile warranty, a level of assurance not always offered by independent shops. This blend of old-fashioned relationship-building and contemporary capability helps explain the business’s longevity.
For the community, the anniversary event is more than a party; it is a chance to recognize a local institution that has provided reliable service across generations. Many families have brought their vehicles to Sherwood Auto Repair for years, and some now bring their children’s cars as well. The celebration offers a rare opportunity to meet the team behind the shop, including owner Scott LaPlante, and to share stories with neighbors. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of supporting locally owned businesses, which often reinvest in the community and provide services tailored to local needs.
The event will take place rain or shine at the shop’s Tualatin location. Those interested in learning more about the business can visit Sherwood Auto Repair online, where details about services and the anniversary celebration are available. The shop continues to offer a full range of automotive repair and maintenance, including Auto Repair for transmissions and other major systems. For the LaPlante family, the 40th anniversary is a testament to the trust they have built with generations of drivers—a trust that remains the foundation of their business as they look ahead to the next chapter.
