About LaPoint Discount Auto Parts
I grew up with 12 brothers and sisters in a low-income family, so hard work and having a running car to get away from the madness was a necessity. I loved cars as a kid and studied the auto body in high school. I had a passion for rebuilding and painting cars, which started my career in bodywork.
After 3 years in the business, I wanted to grow more and thought one surefire way was to hire the top salvage yard salesperson in Northwest Ohio. He worked for my largest competitor that I had a lot of respect for, so I felt uncomfortable attempting to hire him. I went to see my competitor one day when he told me that he wanted to retire and sell his business. I was so excited because I thought this could be my chance to hire Skip, the top salesman that I'd been waiting for. It then dawned on me that perhaps I could buy the business. It was a great salvage yard. The owner was an amazing man that had dedicated his whole life to that yard. After several meetings with the owner, Dave Truehaft, I purchased the competitor that I had admired for years and finally got to work with the legendary" Skip" (Michael Myers).
My mission remains to provide quality parts, quick delivery, honest service, and fair prices. This is accomplished with a great staff that understands the importance of customer service.