Owner’s Info

German Formula is one of the oldest family-owned shops in Portland, Oregon

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Owner, Ralf Leopold, is a native of Germany. Here’s a brief summary of Ralf’s background:

  • Trained in Germany, Ralf has extensive experience as an auto mechanic and body repair specialist
  • Began illustrious career as a repair specialist of street and racing engines at the Porsche Factory in Zuffenhausen, Germany
  • Received advanced training with Mercedes Benz of Stuttgart, Germany
  • Began work in the US as a mechanical technician at a Mercedes Benz Dealership
  • Manager of BMW and Mercedes repair and body shops
  • President of the Mercedes Benz Club of Portland
  • 10 years serving as a Board Member of the Mercedes Benz Club of Portland
  • More than 10 years serving on various advisory boards for the Oregon automotive public school system

“We’re craftsmen servicing your automobile the German way”