SERVICING DOMESTIC AND IMPORT VEHICLES
1996 AND NEWER
OVER
85 YEARS
PROFESSIONAL
AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR & SERVICE
Bradshaw’s is a local family owned and operated business established in 1938. Over the years we have helped out our neighbors and community with fund raisers, non-profit organizations, and police officers injured on the job. We also offer a discount to all active duty military and veterans. Below is just a few things of how we have helped out our neighbors and community.
IN THE NEWS
Locally owned company Bradshaw’s Transmission and Fred Meyer join forces to help Schoolhouse Supplies
Pictured: Shanon Greisen, Vice President of Bradshaw’s Auto Repair and Bo Bullock, Operations Manager of Schoolhouse Supplies.
Bradshaw’s Auto and Fred Meyers team up to help Schoolhouse Supplies. Schoolhouse Supplies is an award-winning nonprofit that supports public education in Portland by giving students and teachers free classroom supplies.
Schoolhouse mission is to serve classrooms in need by operating a volunteer-run Free Store for Teachers, which is stocked with supplies donated by the community,” is based on the belief that every child deserves school supplies and has the right to a quality education regardless of circumstance.
Schoolhouse Supplies operates Oregon’s first and only volunteer-run Free Store for Teachers to provide teachers with the classroom supplies needed to encourage the learning process for all students, and the Tools for Schools backpack program to support the highest-need school communities in Portland. Today, we are a nationally recognized leader in the Free Store movement, which creates direct links between students and members of the community.
When the word got out that their GMC van needed a rebuilt transmission, Bradshaw’s Transmission Annex and Fred Meyer joined forces and together got them back on the road.
Bradshaw’s Transmission and PTW help wounded Officer Damon Coates restore his 1972 Chevy Nova
After serving as the popular and handsome spokesman for the sheriff, Coates responded to a report of a domestic disturbance call. He was shot in the face by a 15-year-old. Coates survived the shooting but the wound eventually forced him to retire.
Since then, he has become a fixture at classic car events, including the Portland Roadster Show. He had purchased a 1972 Nova just before the shooting. Friends and car enthusiasts came together to restore the car.
Locally owned Bradshaw’s Transmission and PTW teamed up to convert Damon Coates 1972 Nova from a manual transmission to an automatic transmission.
Bradshaw’s Teams up with local Girl Scout’s to help raise funds for Summer Camp
Bradshaw’s Service Center teams up with Local Girl Scout’s to help raise funds for their summer camp. For a limited time Bradshaw’s will be giving away a box of your favorite Girl Scout Cookies with any repair.
Portland, or Check Engine Light Diagnostics
Check Engine Light Diagnostics: Why It's Important to Get It Fixed
The check engine light is one of the most important warning lights on your car's dashboard. It indicates that something is wrong with your car's engine or emissions system. If you see the check engine light come on, it's important to get it diagnosed and fixed as soon as possible.
What Does the Check Engine Light Mean?
The check engine light is a generic warning light that can indicate a variety of problems with your car's engine or emissions system. Some of the most common causes of the check engine light include:
- A loose or faulty gas cap
- A faulty oxygen sensor
- A bad spark plug or wire
- A problem with the catalytic converter
- A transmission problem
- A leak within your EVAP system
Why Is It Important to Get the Check Engine Light Fixed?
Ignoring the check engine light can lead to serious problems, including:
- Increased emissions
- Reduced fuel efficiency
- Engine damage
- Transmission damage
- Catalytic converter damage
What Happens When You Get the Check Engine Light Diagnosed?
When you bring your car to our auto repair shop for check engine light diagnostics, we will:
- Connect a diagnostic scanner to your car's computer to read the trouble codes that have been stored
- Inspect your car's engine and emissions system for any visible problems
- Test your car's sensors and actuators to make sure they are working properly
- We will pinpoint what is causing the CEL and test those components
- Once the technician diagnoses your vehicle we will provide you with an estimate for needed repairs
How Much Does Check Engine Light Diagnostics Cost?
The cost of check engine light diagnostics varies depending on the make and model of your car and the extent of the problem.
However, at our auto repair shop, we offer competitive rates for check engine light diagnostics.
Don't Ignore the Check Engine Light?
If you see the check engine light come on, don't ignore it. Bring your car to our auto repair shop for check engine light diagnostics and repair. We will quickly and accurately diagnose the problem and get your car running smoothly again.
When the check engine light on your car starts flashing, it's a sign that there's a serious problem that needs immediate attention. A flashing check engine light typically indicates a misfire that is causing unburned fuel to enter the exhaust system. This can damage the catalytic converter and lead to costly repairs. If you see your check engine light flashing, pull over to a safe location and turn off the engine. Call for roadside assistance or have your car towed to a mechanic as soon as possible.
