BIZNOTE FOLLOWUP: Closure/moving sale this weekend at longtime West Seattle Brake Service location

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As reported here last week, West Seattle Brake Service‘s longtime owner John Thompson has retired, and the business name (etc.) has been sold to another local family-owned auto shop, West Seattle Autoworks (WSB sponsor). WS Autoworks’ Kacie and Chris Christensen sent photos and news of a big sale this weekend:

This Saturday and Sunday 9-2 at 4464 37th Ave SW. Tons of vintage automotive tools and equipment, storage, benches, vises, cabinets.

The photos show just a few of the items that will be available.

We’re told the former owners will be presiding.

98126res June 13, 2025 (12:27 pm)

Awesome owner, trustworthy, fixed your brakes, a wonderful local service and independent business. Have a great retirement sir. Thank you for photos and writeup wsb.

Susan Hall June 13, 2025 (12:55 pm)

Thanks for all your help with my family cars over the years Blackie! Wishing you all the best in your retirement!

ltmmgm June 13, 2025 (3:11 pm)

WoW now this is truly a real GARAGE Sale!

ACG June 13, 2025 (4:07 pm)

Honest man, trustworthy, so reasonably priced and excellent work done for decades. Not too many mechanics will tell you that things look good and to come back at a later date after more mileage. You will be missed John – happy retirement!

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