The Good Guys

Click on one of the people below to find out more information.

• Michael Darrow

  President

  info@theautofinders.com

  (919) 957-1159

  I have always had a passion for cars especially Muscle Cars.  My interest goes back to when I was 16 and bought my first car, a Pontiac Firebird for $900.  Working with customers that need help, education and assistance thru the buying process is what I find the most rewarding.  When not at work I enjoy family, snow skiing, hiking, swimming and yard work.  I found my way into the Automobile industry via banking. I never thought I would sell cars for a living...but now I can't imagine working in any other industry!

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• Karen Martinez

  

  Karen@theautofinders.com

  (919) 957-0156

  
  

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• Patrick Darrow

  

  patrick@theautofinders.com

  (919) 957-0156

  
  

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• Bill Hooten

  Sales

  bill@theautofinders.com

  919 957-0156

  I have known Michael for over 15 years.  What I like most about working for The Auto Finders is the owners and fellow employees. Everyone is very easy going.  My focus here is to find and buy quality inventory.  Get the vehicles thru service and ready for our customers.  When I am not working I like to spend my time with my wife, golfing and relaxing.  I came into this industry back in 1978.  I started my career with a new car store and worked there for several years.  I went into wholesaling, from there I ran my own pre owned store for 20 years in Raleigh. Over the course of my career in this industry I have pretty much have done it all!

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• John Sale

  Sales

  john@theautofinders.com

  919-957-0156

  
  

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• Carol Darrow

  Office Manager/ Controller

  (919) 957-0156

  I have worked with The Auto Finders for 20 years.  What i love most about working here is that  we are Family owned and it really is a family atmosphere.  Working with customers and seeing their smiles and satisfaction when they take delivery is a huge reward for me!

  When not at work I like spending time with family.  Lake trips, boating, the beach are some of my favorites!  I came to the auto industry part time helping Michael build this business.  Slowly it emerged into a full time management position. 

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• Leon Johnson

  Detailer

  info@theautofinders.com

  (919) 957-0156

  I am the detailer here at The Auto Finders.  I have been working here for 2 years.  I am in charge of getting cars ready for retail.  Most cars don't need much...a good wash, wax and shampoo.  But some trades come in pretty dirty and it takes time to get them to look new again. What I like most about my job is the people I work with and I love that I can make people happy with clean cars.  When I am not at work I like to work on my own cars and spend time with my grand children.  I got into the auto Industry because it is steady work and I'm really good at what I do.  I like seeing what I have done, from dirty to clean!  

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• Steve Lancaster

  Detailer

  

  info@theautofinders.com

  (919) 957-0156

  I am the weekend detailer.  Keeping the inventory clean and fresh is my job.  I have been working with The Auto Finders for 21 years.  I met Michael at an auction and realized he was a lot different than most of the other dealers, hard working and honest, so I asked him for a job.

  What I like most about working here is the family I work with.  I also like seeing the results of my efforts.  I can stand back and see how nice the inventory looks after a day of work and that makes me smile! When not at work I like to attend car shows, car clinics, visiting with my mom, keeping my home looking sharp!  I came into the Auto Industry because I have always had a interest in cars.  Especially older cars...My favorite car is the 1980s Ford Fiesta's.     

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