Brown’s Classic Autos

Specialties

In their state-​of-​the-​art facility in Scottsdale, you could say Walt and Addison Brown are living their dream. From a small garage just a few years ago to 18,600 square feet today, the Browns have combined their passion for cars with a commitment to superior quality and dedication to customer service. The new space has also allowed for the expansion of services, like quality consignment sales and a fully integrated, multi-​bay service department, capable of servicing most American and foreign classics. Walt says it best, «we are a concierge service for the classic car collector. Anything automotive, from an oil change and safety inspection to complete turnkey customs, hot rods, muscle cars and pro touring g-​machines, we can do it all.» Brown’s now provides custom headers and exhaust fabrication installations, custom stereos, supercharger and turbo fab installations, EFI installs, air-​conditioning and heater systems, cooling system upgrades and air-​suspension installation.

History

Established in 1953.

Owned and operated by Walter L. Brown Sr., Brown’s originated in Albuquerque, New Mexico in the 50’s. A small family operation, Brown’s was known for always carrying quality cars with personality. Later, as business grew and the lot expanded the company changed names to Modern Motor and eventually evolved into Brown’s Classic Autos, which is now operated by Walter Brown, Jr.

Meet the Business Owner

Addison B.

Business Owner

Addison grew a passion for cars that started with her father. Father Jim McGrath from Scottsdale, drag raced every weekend as a young man. Jim taught Addy how to identify a car by the engine, taught her to drive on a manual transmission, and watched the speed channel religiously. Addy picked up on his passion for cars and found her own. After a college career at Arizona State with a degree in Film and communication and a decorated athletic career including All-​American accolades and a national championship ring on her finger, she jumped into the world of classic automobiles. She’s married to another car enthusiast and a mother of two, Cooper and Wally.