Elemonators

Specialties

Professional Auto Inspections In Portland, OR by eLemonators Used Car Inspections using the latest hi-​tech equipment plus a helpful guidance for used car buyers. Our goal is to educate buyers that are in the market for a reliable used car. We have been perform automobile inspections exclusively since 1991 so we have the experience needed to accurately asses a vehicles overall condition. eLemonators does not sell, repair, locate or buy used cars so we can offer a totally unbiased assessment of the vehicle being tested. All tests are performed by a highly experienced ASE Master Certified technician (since 1979) who is also properly credentialed to investigate structural, previous damage. Our vehicle testing is quite unique in that we have produced certification standards that far exceed most other services including dealer or factory certification program standards. We also provide customers with leverage in terms of bargaining power with information about needed repairs or devaluation

History

Established in 1991.

With 34 years in the Automobile business we have the experience and the qualifications to remain the finest service available. We have gained considerable experience since 1991 as eLemonators Used Car Inspections. After serving in Vietnam the owner Dave, returned stateside to a HQ. Motor-​pool repairing military vehicles. After honorable discharge, In 1973, he was hired at a German car repair facility part time while he attended school earning an AAS in auto repair., as well as an AAS in auto body tech. In 1979, he became ASE Master certified and has retained this certification until today. He has served PCC & MHCC doing volunteer community education. In 1991, he started the eLemonators to better serve a need for those looking for a reliable used car. He stayed active in the community and co-​hosted the Auto Doctor Show on KXL Radio. Dave has also been involved with continued education to stay abreast of the latest Automobile technology. Today we celebrate a 20 yr. milestone of service.

Meet the Business Owner

David B.

Business Owner

Since the early days of my childhood, I loved taking things apart and being surprised how I was able to get most stuff back together. I first became involved with gasoline engines working on my mini bike which kept me pretty busy between homework and school. My first car took even more of my time and I found myself not only loving mechanical repairs, but cars in general. Nothing is more technically complex than the sophisticated military vehicles I worked on while in the service. The Gamma-​Goats I worked on were used heavily at the time and made some of the automobile technology of today seem rather simple in comparison. This is where I got a bit of a head start with computer systems and electronic vehicle components. This experience helped me tremendously as I had the advantage of understanding this technology before it was even used in automobiles. It also helped to peak my interest in new developments in the auto industry. A lesser carbon footprint for all is now my top priority.