Sun Auto Tire & Service Acquires Coopers Auto Repair Specialists

Sun Auto Tire Buys Coopers Auto Repair Specialists

The third acquisition of 2022 adds two locations and 22 bays in Washington.

Sun Auto Tire & Service, Inc. announced continued growth in Washington with the acquisition of Coopers Auto Repair Specialists, a full-service auto repair brand with two locations in the state. 

The two locations feature a total of 22 bays and are located at: 

•       1718 103rd Street E in Tacoma, Washington 

•       5325 122nd Street E in Puyallup, Washington 

“At Sun Auto, we are proud to step in and continue the legacies of businesses like Coopers Auto Repair Specialists,” said Vice President of Development Chris Garman. “Kevin and Casey Cooper have built a strong team and reputation for quality, and as they prepare to move on to their next adventure, we work hard to ensure a smooth transition for their team and ours.” 

The Coopers Auto Repair Specialists acquisition is the third of 2022. Sun Auto Tire & Service also acquired Superior Tire in April and Good Neighbor Tire & Auto Service in May. In 2021, 11 automotive brands were added to the Sun Auto Family of brands. Sun Auto now operates a total of 369 stores across 18 states with plans for additional growth throughout the remainder of the year. 

“For over a decade we have dedicated our lives to building a solid business that we could be proud of,” said Casey Cooper, former co-owner of Coopers Auto Repair Specialists. “Sun Auto Tire & Service shares a mutual vision for the future of the business and will build upon our foundation of values, quality of service, and exceptional reputation.”

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