Our Story

The Glenwood Auto Service Success Story

Glenwood Auto Service was started in 1973 by an ambitious 26 year old named Jim Scott. Jim purchased and took over a struggling Esso service station (at the corner of 8th Street and Preston Avenue in Saskatoon) with a loan from his father Jack Scott.

One year later Jim had turned the business around and was able to pay his father back. Glenwood Esso was born. Between 1973 and 1988 Glenwood grew from three to five service bays, and became known for their outstanding service in the bays and at the gas pumps.

Jim stayed at this location until 1988 when his lease was terminated. Jim decided to go on his own. He purchased an old lumber yard on the corner of College Drive and Central Avenue in Sutherland.

Glenwood Auto Service opened its doors for business on July 4th, 1988. Jim brought nine employees over from the 8th Street location – eight of whom are still with the company today.

Glenwood now employs twenty one fulltime and two part time staff members. Between 1988 and 2002 Glenwood grew from six to ten bays and added a full-service automotive detailing centre to its operations.

In the summer of 2002 Jim retired and his oldest son, Rob, took over the business. Rob has worked for Jim since 1995. With Rob in charge, Glenwood’s principles remain the same.

We recognize that auto repairs can be costly but we believe you are paying for the best service possible at Glenwood Auto Service.

Our slogan also remains the same: “Service is our discount”