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GPR has a Major Announcement |
hwgunner |
Sep 14 2012, 12:02 PM
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914 Parts @ Discount Prices 800.321.5432 Group: Members Posts: 1,714 Joined: 11-November 04 From: Santa Maria, Ca Member No.: 3,095 Region Association: None |
Jonathan Reiss and Brian Boss are pleased to announce some exciting developments at GPR. Brian’s newly formed entity, German Parts & Restoration LLC has acquired the name and assets of the existing GPR Parts. We both see this a positive step in extending, and expanding on, the 25-year history of GPR.
Don’t worry, the things you love about GPR; personal service, competitive pricing and great selection of OEM and aftermarket parts, will not change. Jonathan will be staying on in his role as sales manager. In fact, relieved of administrative drudgery, he will be able to serve you even better. The changes that do occur will make a good thing better. The infusion of capital and additional manpower will allow us to make some major improvement to the gprparts.com website, expand the product selection and generally improve the customer experience. Expect more announcements in the near future as these plans come to fruition. If you have any comments, suggestions or just want to say “Hi”, you can reach Jonathan at sales@gprparts.com / 800-321-5432 or Brian at brian@gprparts.com . Brian & Jonathan @ GPR |
Brian_Boss |
Sep 14 2012, 12:03 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 324 Joined: 3-June 03 From: Dallas, TX Member No.: 781 |
A little bit about me:
You probably don’t recognize my name but I have been around the car hobby and GPR for a long time. I bought my first Porsche (’75 914) in 1992. A need for parts is how I began my association with GPR and Dave Sheppard, first as a customer and then as a friend. Though we never met face to face, Dave and I got to know one another well over the years via telephone. Whenever I called to order parts, we would end up BS’ing about cars, bikes and exes until he got another call. Though I never have posted a lot, I was on the “porschelist” email list back in the day, then Rennlist and finally migrated to the 914club and 914world forums. I have been a DYI mechanic since I was 15 and an entrepreneur off and on for 12 years, including ventures in British motorcycles and racing karts. I can’t describe how excited I am to be involved in GPR. Someone once said “do what you love and you’ll never work a day in your life”. That’s how I view this new opportunity. Cheers, Brian |
Bartlett 914 |
Sep 14 2012, 03:05 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,216 Joined: 30-August 05 From: South Elgin IL Member No.: 4,707 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
A little bit about me: You probably don’t recognize my name but I have been around the car hobby and GPR for a long time. I bought my first Porsche (’75 914) in 1992. A need for parts is how I began my association with GPR and Dave Sheppard, first as a customer and then as a friend. Though we never met face to face, Dave and I got to know one another well over the years via telephone. Whenever I called to order parts, we would end up BS’ing about cars, bikes and exes until he got another call. Though I never have posted a lot, I was on the “porschelist” email list back in the day, then Rennlist and finally migrated to the 914club and 914world forums. I have been a DYI mechanic since I was 15 and an entrepreneur off and on for 12 years, including ventures in British motorcycles and racing karts. I can’t describe how excited I am to be involved in GPR. Someone once said “do what you love and you’ll never work a day in your life”. That’s how I view this new opportunity. Cheers, Brian Best of luck to the both of you Past present and future customer |
Jgilliam914 |
Sep 14 2012, 03:19 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,335 Joined: 30-July 12 From: Iowa / Florida Member No.: 14,732 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
Damn!! I was hoping a 50% off sale was in progress!! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/av-943.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/av-943.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/av-943.gif)
best of luck to all of you! |
SirAndy |
Sep 14 2012, 03:22 PM
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Resident German Group: Admin Posts: 41,815 Joined: 21-January 03 From: Oakland, Kalifornia Member No.: 179 Region Association: Northern California |
Best of luck to the both of you Past present and future customer (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) Plus, i'm all out of GPR t-shirts, sounds like a perfect excuse for another run of those ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) |
pt_700 |
Sep 14 2012, 04:15 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,096 Joined: 4-March 10 From: san jose, ca Member No.: 11,430 Region Association: Northern California |
good to see a valued vendor not only staying around but, making improvements! welcome brian.
a clutch kit i bought many years ago and installed myself is still serving me well! i'd say i'm looking forward to more such purchases but, don't want to jinx the ol' girl... |
Eric_Shea |
Sep 14 2012, 04:34 PM
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PMB Performance Group: Admin Posts: 19,289 Joined: 3-September 03 From: Salt Lake City, UT Member No.: 1,110 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
Good luck gents. Looking forward to working with you.
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Cap'n Krusty |
Sep 14 2012, 05:25 PM
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Cap'n Krusty Group: Members Posts: 10,794 Joined: 24-June 04 From: Santa Maria, CA Member No.: 2,246 Region Association: Central California |
It's good to still be able to look across the street and be reminded how good looking I am, relatively speaking ................................
Glad you're keeping things going, guys! It's GOOD to be The Cap'n |
Dr Evil |
Sep 14 2012, 05:33 PM
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Send me your transmission! Group: Members Posts: 23,032 Joined: 21-November 03 From: Loveland, OH 45140 Member No.: 1,372 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Glad to be a customer/supporter. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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jim_hoyland |
Sep 14 2012, 05:43 PM
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Get that VIN ? Group: Members Posts: 9,417 Joined: 1-May 03 From: Sunset Beach, CA Member No.: 643 Region Association: Southern California |
Congrats ;a nice step forward. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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914Sixer |
Sep 14 2012, 07:45 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 8,988 Joined: 17-January 05 From: San Angelo Texas Member No.: 3,457 Region Association: Southwest Region |
Great to hear !!!!! Parts from REAL PEOPLE.
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Krieger |
Sep 14 2012, 08:15 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,754 Joined: 24-May 04 From: Santa Rosa CA Member No.: 2,104 Region Association: None |
Very cool! Good luck to you guys.
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FourBlades |
Sep 14 2012, 09:19 PM
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From Wreck to Rockin Group: Members Posts: 2,056 Joined: 3-December 07 From: Brevard, FL Member No.: 8,414 Region Association: South East States |
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campbellcj |
Sep 14 2012, 11:15 PM
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I can't Re Member Group: Members Posts: 4,574 Joined: 26-December 02 From: Agoura, CA Member No.: 21 Region Association: Southern California |
Congrats and best of luck guys!
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rick 918-S |
Sep 15 2012, 08:05 AM
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Hey nice rack! -Celette Group: Members Posts: 20,680 Joined: 30-December 02 From: Now in Superior WI Member No.: 43 Region Association: Northstar Region |
Great news! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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bcheney |
Sep 16 2012, 10:00 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,341 Joined: 16-November 03 From: Orlando, FL Member No.: 1,348 Region Association: South East States |
I am sure Dave would be happy to know you guys are keeping GPR rolling forward. All the best to you guys!
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Series9 |
Sep 18 2012, 05:35 AM
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Lesbians taste like chicken. Group: Members Posts: 5,444 Joined: 22-August 04 From: DeLand, FL Member No.: 2,602 Region Association: South East States |
I, too, am out of GPR T-shirts.........(IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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hwgunner |
Sep 18 2012, 08:52 AM
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914 Parts @ Discount Prices 800.321.5432 Group: Members Posts: 1,714 Joined: 11-November 04 From: Santa Maria, Ca Member No.: 3,095 Region Association: None |
I just wanted to say thanks to everyone that has posted here, to all the people who have supported GPR over the years and to all of you guys that have supported me specifically. I am really looking forward to working for and with Brian. I really think we are going to make a great team and look forward to taking GPR to the next level and beyond. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)
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Brian_Boss |
Sep 18 2012, 09:01 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 324 Joined: 3-June 03 From: Dallas, TX Member No.: 781 |
Maybe we should quit trying to sell parts and focus on the T-shirt business. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
But seriously, I want to echo Jonathan's appreciation for the kind words and encouragement. |
markb |
Sep 18 2012, 11:57 AM
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914less :( Group: Members Posts: 5,449 Joined: 22-January 03 From: Nipomo, CA Member No.: 180 Region Association: Central California |
I'm glad to hear GPR is going to continue. Jonathan, and Dave before him, have put a lot into the business, and I'm pleased the legacy will go on.
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