Our Story

About Atlas Crest Motors

A Texas-born automotive business built on honesty, expertise, and a genuine love for the trade — serving the Lone Star State for over two decades.

Our Team

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Who We Are

Texas Roots, Professional Standards

Atlas Crest Motors was founded over two decades ago by automotive veterans who saw a gap in the Texas market: high-quality OEM parts and honest automotive services without the dealership markup or junkyard chaos.

What started as a small salvage operation in central Texas has grown into a full-service automotive facility — offering vehicle salvage, OEM parts sales, professional repair and diagnostics, and secure vehicle storage under one roof.

We remain a proudly Texas-owned and operated business. Every member of our team shares the same commitment: treat every vehicle like it's their own, be honest about the work needed, and deliver results that keep customers coming back.

Licensed & Insured Texas-Based 20+ Years Experience

What We Stand For

Our Mission & Values

Every decision we make — from which vehicles we take in to how we price our parts — is guided by these core principles.

Integrity First

We tell you what your vehicle actually needs — nothing more. No inflated repair lists, no bait-and-switch pricing on parts. Honest assessments, every time.

Respect Your Time

We move fast without cutting corners. Most diagnostics are same-day. Most parts ship immediately. We don't waste your time waiting when we can act.

Quality Without Compromise

Every part we sell has been inspected. Every repair is tested before the vehicle leaves. We don't ship or fix anything we wouldn't put on our own vehicle.

Community Commitment

We're Texas through and through. We support local causes, hire locally, and take pride in being part of the communities where our customers live and drive.

Expertise You Can Trust

Our technicians hold certifications and train continuously. We stay current with the latest diagnostics technology because today's vehicles demand it.

Environmental Responsibility

We handle every salvage vehicle with environmental compliance. Fluids are properly drained and disposed of. We take the responsible path, always.

Our History

Two Decades of Texas Automotive Excellence

From a small operation to a full-service automotive facility — the Atlas Crest story is one of steady growth, earned trust, and an unwavering commitment to doing things right.

2003

Atlas Crest Motors founded in central Texas as a licensed vehicle salvage operation, with a small team and a big commitment to quality.

2008

Launched OEM parts sales division, establishing our reputation for quality used parts at competitive prices throughout Texas.

2013

Opened full repair and diagnostics shop, expanding services and bringing on certified technicians with a combined 40+ years of experience.

2018

Expanded facility footprint to include secure vehicle storage operations, meeting growing demand from Texas customers seeking safe long-term storage.

Today

A full four-service automotive facility trusted by thousands of Texans for parts, repairs, salvage, and storage — with the same founding values intact.

The People

Meet Our Team

Experienced professionals who bring skill, honesty, and genuine passion to every vehicle they touch.

James Crest

Founder & Owner

Third-generation Texan with 25+ years in the automotive industry. James founded Atlas Crest with a mission to bring dealership-quality service at honest prices.

Maria Vega

Lead Diagnostic Technician

ASE Master Certified with 15 years of diagnostic expertise. Maria leads our repair shop with precision and a reputation for getting it right the first time.

Ray Thornton

Parts & Salvage Manager

Ray oversees our entire parts inventory and salvage acquisition process. His encyclopedic knowledge of OEM components makes him the backbone of our parts operation.

Work With Us

Let's Talk About Your Vehicle

Whether you need a part, a diagnosis, or just have a question — the Atlas Crest team is ready to help. No pressure, no upsells. Just honest automotive expertise.