About ProGear Auto Service

Founded 2008

FROM A TWO-BAY GARAGE TO DENVER'S BEST

Marco DeLuca grew up under the hood of his father's '79 Chevy pickup in Lakewood. By the time he was 16 he was doing oil changes for neighbors out of the family driveway. After earning his ASE Master Technician certification in 2003 and spending five years at a dealership, he knew there was a better way.

In 2008, Marco leased a two-bay shop on W Commerce Ave with $12,000 in savings and one promise: no upselling, no surprises, no shortcuts. He fixed every car the same way he'd fix his own. Word spread fast.

Today ProGear operates 8 bays with a team of 12 ASE certified professionals, serving over 8,200 customers across the Denver metro. Marco still walks the floor every day — and still personally handles every customer complaint himself.

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Marco DeLuca

Owner & ASE Master Technician since 1998

Our Philosophy

MISSION & VALUES

Our mission: make quality auto repair honest, accessible, and stress-free for every Denver driver — regardless of what they drive or how much they know about cars.

RADICAL HONESTY

We tell you what your car needs — and what it doesn't. If you don't need a service, we say so. We'd rather keep you as a customer for life than make an extra $50 today.

OBSESSIVE QUALITY

We use OEM-quality or better parts on every repair. Our techs don't rush. Every job is test-driven and inspected before the keys go back in your hand. Zero shortcuts, ever.

COMMUNITY FIRST

ProGear was built by Denver, for Denver. We sponsor local youth sports, offer military and first-responder discounts, and partner with Habitat for Humanity's car repair program.

The Experts

MEET OUR TEAM

Every technician is ASE certified, background-checked, and committed to treating your car the way they'd treat their own.

MARCO DELUCA

Owner & Master Technician

ASE Master Certified · 27 years experience · Specializes in engine rebuilds & drivetrain

SARAH KIM

Lead Diagnostic Specialist

ASE Certified L1 · 12 years experience · Electrical systems & emissions expert

JAKE RIVERA

Brake & Suspension Expert

ASE Certified A4/A5 · 9 years experience · Suspension, steering & alignment

AMANDA TORRES

Service Advisor

ASE Service Consultant · 7 years experience · Customer relations & repair planning

OUR CERTIFICATIONS & AFFILIATIONS

Industry recognition you can trust.

ASE Certified

Master Technicians

NAPA AutoCare

Nationwide Network

AAA Approved

Auto Repair Shop

BBB A+ Rating

Since 2010

EPA Compliant

Eco-Friendly Shop

State Licensed

Colorado #AR-48821

Our Journey

17 YEARS OF MILESTONES

2008

DOORS OPEN

Marco opens ProGear with 2 bays, 1 employee, and a handshake warranty. Serves 47 customers in month one.

2011

NAPA AUTOCARE CERTIFICATION

Earned NAPA AutoCare Center status, extending our warranty to 14,000+ locations nationwide. Team grows to 5 technicians.

2014

EXPANSION TO 6 BAYS

Leased the adjacent unit, tripling service capacity. Installed state-of-the-art alignment rack and diagnostic center. 2,000 customers served.

2017

AAA APPROVED DESIGNATION

One of only 12 shops in Denver to receive AAA Approved Auto Repair designation. Launched fleet service program for local businesses.

2021

DIGITAL VEHICLE INSPECTIONS

Rolled out digital vehicle inspection reports with photos sent directly to customers' phones. Transparency taken to a new level.

2025

8,200 CUSTOMERS & GROWING

Celebrating 17 years with 8 bays, 12 techs, a 4.9-star Google rating, and the same promise Marco made on day one: no surprises, no shortcuts.

OUR STORY