Dealership-level precision with family-style integrity
Our mission
To provide dealership-level precision with family-style integrity. Operating from our farm-based shop, we combat engineered obsolescence and rising costs by delivering root-cause diagnostics and transparent, prioritized maintenance — keeping our community moving reliably and affordably.
Our
Services
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Scheduled Maintenance
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Diagnostics & Electrical
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Engine & Transmission
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Suspension & Breaks
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The “precision meets passion” duo
At AutoVerks, we believe auto repair should be a relationship, not just a transaction. Founded by Forrest Bennett and powered by the partnership of Forrest and Isaiah Blessing, our shop combines decades of elite technical experience with modern, community-focused approach. Based on a small farm between Tumalo and Sisters, we’ve traded the sterile dealership environment for a space where we can focus on what matters: the customer and the machine. We aren’t just fixing cars; we’re helping out neighbors navigate a world of increasing costs by providing an honest, engineered alternative to the status quo.
Farm meets shop — Crafted in the country
Forrest’s journey began at 16, evolving from a lube tech into a specialist in advanced Porsche, Audi, and VW Transmissions. By 22, he opened German AutoVerks, where he spent nearly a decade mastering the “black magic” of engine computers, tuning, and oscilloscope diagnostics.
After a six-year deep dive into microbiology and. ecology — fields that demand extreme observation and patience — Forrest has returned his full attention to the “home shop” with a unique perspective. He doesn’t just look at what broke; he finds the root cause. For Forrest, it’s about fine tolerances, technical truth, and ensuring a repair is done right the first time.
Founder & Lead Diagnostician
Forrest bennett
Isaiah blessing
Isaiah represents the next generation of automotive excellence. coming from a background in fine Finnish carpentry, Isaiah brings a rare, detail-oriented discipline to the bay. Having apprenticed under Forrest for the last eight years, he has developed a vast skill set in advanced diagnostics and complex repairs.
Beyond the technical, Isaiah is the heart of the operation. Whether h'e’s dreaming up custom drift cars or helping a neighbor get their daily driver back on the road, his mission is to keep people moving. His transition from master woodcraft to master mechanics ensures that every bolt is turned with intention and every repair is built to last.
Partner & Technical Specialist
Client Reviews
“Best in town for quality work. They did my brakes and drive belts. Reasonable price and nice to be able to speak directly with the guy working on my vehicle. Thanks Forrest.”
— Former Customer“Forrest has brought my GTI back to life time and time again. He has always done superb work which has made him my go to guy. His overall understanding of German engineering is outstanding and he does a good job at making someone less inclined understand what's happening. For the quality of work that he offers, I would highly recommend him.”
— Former Customer“I have been taking my 2000 Golf to Forrest for almost two years now and have done everything from simple oil changes to brakes, timing belt, an oil leak, and replacing a lot of corroded suspension parts (was an east coast car). Service at Autoverks has always been top notch, and the prices are the best in town.”
— Former Customer