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Our History
Mancinelli’s Auto Repair Center, at 375 Logan Street, opened for business as a full service gas station on January 9, 1950. Fred Mancinelli owned and operated the business and employed his brother Anthony Mancinelli and his son Ralph Mancinelli.

In 1960, Anthony and Ralph Mancinelli bought the business, and began to carve out their niche in this central Denver location. Ralph specialized in carburetion and Anthony in front end repair. In the 1970’s, when full service gas stations were closing at an alarming rate due to both gas crises, the Uncle & Nephew team were able to stay in business because they had a well established clientele and good business sense. They even purchased a second location at Alameda & Downing, and in 1985, Steve Mancinelli, Ralph’s son, purchased and operated the business.

Steve ran a thriving business due to very long hours and much dedication to his customers. He became well known for solving the most difficult car problems. Steve’s Math & Science educational background aided Steve in learning as much as possible about the new computer controlled vehicles that other technicians were intimidated by. So this began his loyal following in the Washington Park neighborhood. In 1989, Anthony & Ralph sold the property on Alameda and Downing to Total Petroleum, so Steve then partnered up with his Uncle at the original 375 Logan Street location. Steve and Anthony were partners briefly from 1989-1992. In 1992, Anthony retired and Steve took over as sole owner of the business at 375 Logan Street.

At Mancinelli’s today, we specialize in all makes and models; all service and repair. We pride ourselves in being your one stop automotive center. You will still be greeted by family members and you will receive personalized treatment that only a facility with over 58 years of tradition can offer. Our technicians are ASE Certified Master Technicians, who care about your vehicle like it was their own. We only perform the needed repairs and service that you authorize and we also guarantee our repairs with an 18 month/18,000 mile warranty that is unmatched by others in our industry.

Mancinelli’s Auto Repair Center has come a long way in over 58 years; from operating out of a cigar box for a cash register to complete computerization. What has remained the same is our commitment the Mancinelli family established so long ago, providing quality repairs with up to date repair technology and doing it with honesty and integrity.


Our Employees
Steve Mancinelli,
Owner
Steve has over 32 years experience in the automotive field. He is an ASE certified Master Technician, certified L1 Advanced engine performance technician, a registered Colorado emissions technician and is also an Accredited Automotive Manager (AAM) through the Automotive Management Institute. He graduated Creighton University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1983 and chose the family business for his career shortly thereafter. He served on the Automotive Service Association (ASA) board of directors for 6 years along with a number of other local industry leaders. He finds today's automotive field the most challenging ever. Consequently, he ensures his employees are updated regularly through training and have access to the latest high tech tools and equipment in order to solve today's toughest car problems. Ongoing training in communication skills is equally important to Steve, in order to maintain that "Old Fashioned Service" his customers have grown accustomed to since his grandfather opened the business back in 1950. For relaxation and fun, Steve enjoys music, reading, working in the yard at home, golf and skeet shooting.

Jessica Morrison, AAM
ASE Certified Service Consultant

Jessica started in the automotive industry at a young age while working for her father at his independent repair shop in Southern California. After attending college, she began working for a large dealership in California, and a few years later in 1997, she landed in Denver and began working for Mancinelli's.

She prefers working for an independent repair facility because she feels the commitment to the customer is stronger than at the dealership level. Jessica's commitment to the customer is simple and based on the Golden Rule; Make sure all repairs and service are performed at a fair price and treat everyone like you want to be treated…with honesty and respect.

Jessica has successfully completed Service Advisor and Effective Communication training from the Management Success Institute, has earned her Service Consultant Certification from ASE, as well as, earned her Accredited Automotive Manager Degree from the Automotive Management Institute.

Ron Daniel
ASE Certified Master Technician
Ron brings to us over 36 years of experience with a wide variety of training. In addition to all of his training credentials, Ron has his post-secondary teaching credentials and has taught automotive theory and repair to many young apprentices. He is happily married with three sons, two granddaughters and believes family is the most rewarding and important aspect in his life. When he is not spending time with his family or working on automobiles, Ron gets involved in a number of activities and hobbies including music, woodworking and home improvement projects. Ron's goals in life are very simple. He takes life one day at a time, enjoys his family and being with them while they learn and grow. Of course continuing to learn and grow in his career as an automotive technician is important as well. He feels his commitment to the customer is to perform to the best of his ability, being fair and honest, diagnosing and repairing the problem correctly the first time and ensuring the customer is operating a safe vehicle.

Mancinelli's Auto Repair Center
375 Logan Street
Denver, CO 80203
SMancinell@aol.com

Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday
7:00am to 5:00pm

Russ Hutton,
ASE Certified Master Technician
Russell Hutton joined us via a job transfer by his wife from the Phoenix area. He is an ASE Master level technician, and also has his L1 advanced engine performance specialist certification. He has amassed countless credentials over the years in all aspects of the automotive field, including management. He owned and operated a repair facility for 8 years before he opted out to spend more time with his wife and 2 children. In his spare time, Russ enjoys camping, hunting, fishing and a good round of golf. He especially enjoys spending time with his family and also his friends. Russ sums up his commitment to the customer by giving them the best possible service he can. Specifically being friendly, courteous and fixing their vehicle correctly the first time.

Shawna Richey,
Service Consultant
Shawna has been in the automotive industry for over six years now. She started as a Service Cashier at a dealership in Arizona, and through a rapid advancement program, she worked her way up to the Service Advisor position. She has certifications in Volkswagen, Honda and Nissan for product knowledge, warranty and service procedure. She has been an excellent addition to our team and really works hard at creating a positive service experience for our customers.

Shawna’s immediate family is located in Washington and Oregon, but she has located here with her own family of 3 children in order to be closer to her husband’s family. When she is not tending to the needs of our customers, Shawna enjoys time with her family watching movies, learning to cook new and different meals and playing games with her kids. She enjoys playing darts and also shooting sports when she visits her family in the northwest. Her other interests include camping, hiking, fishing, watching football and of course family time.

Shawna is very committed to the customer and as she states, “treats them as if they were her own family”. She works hard to make the customer feel as if she is a part of their own family.

Andrew Finucane, ASE Certified Technician
Andrew has lived in California, Louisiana, Florida and Japan, however, the one thing that was consistent was his love of cars. In high school, he began working on cars and excelled in Auto Shop. He has received a lot of valuable experience and training in his 9 + years working in the auto repair business by spending time at a fleet company, mass merchandiser and independent repair facilities.

Andrew has a variety of hobbies including bowling, golf and playing video games. He enjoys fishing in his spare time and one of his greatest interests is in woodworking.

One of Andrews’ strengths is his deep commitment to each customer’s vehicle. His #1 priority is to ensure his repairs make each car safe and also help prolong the reliability of the vehicle. He is keenly aware of the investment each customer has in their automobile, truck or SUV and treats those vehicles as if they were his own. Andrew’s integrity and commitment make him a great part of the Mancinelli Team.


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