We are proud of our team here at Motor City Euro Repair in Farmington! Our auto mechanics are skilled and talented at the auto repair work they do. Our team has been hand-picked to serve the Farmington community and provide the much-needed European vehicle repair services this town needs!
Meet the Team
Meet Our Team
Blanard Jarbo – Owner/Service Advisor
Blanard Jarbo or “B” as we all call him is our fearless leader and the owner of Motor City Euro. He bought the shop in 2014 and built its reputation in the community through hard work, dedication, and many sixty-hour work weeks. B can best be described as a people pleaser, he has an uncanny ability to lead and mentor. He has a heart of gold and is a wonderful human being we are proud to work for!
Blanard and his father Eddie worked together to make the shop what it is now, having grown up learning strong work ethic and understanding thru his father, who by the way is a technician, led him to become who he is today. Blanard always has said his father is his hero, having an unwavering dedication to family and giving them the best opportunities possible. One of their favorite activities together is playing backgammon, B says he enjoys always beating his father, I bet Eddie has a different story!
When not at the shop B enjoys Golf, shooting guns, cooking or going out to eat, video games, traveling, cars, board games, spending time with friends, his dog Loki and family.
He’s well known by the Farmington community in many aspects, from advocating for students at the school board to advocating for you at the shop. His goal is for you to have a smooth, positive auto repair experience because he believes that’s how it should be.
Chris Paquette – Master BMW Technician
Chris is our Master BMW technician. He is a huge believer in training and has practiced what preaches his whole career. Chris grew up in a family shop where he learned a love for cars and servicing them. After high school graduation he spent 2 years working at the family business before heading off to further his education at UTI in Arizona earning an associates degree of applied science with a major in Automotive Repair. Having a 4.0 gpa at graduation allowed him to pick what manufacturer he wanted to pursue a career with. He was invited to attend the BMW STEP program and did 26 weeks of intensive training solely on BMW systems and vehicles. After graduating he came back to the metro Detroit area and started his career with BMW of Rochester Hills. He finished his career with BMW dealerships at BMW of Alexandria VA as the Shop Foreman before deciding to come back to Metro Detroit and start with Motor City Euro Repair in 2024. Chris has a wealth of knowledge and experience on BMW’s starting back with the E39’s he was working on while still under warranty.
His dream car is a 2016 BMW M4 GTS (look it up, it’s amazing)
Jesse Phillips – Master Mercedes Technician
Jesse is our Master Mercedes Technician. He grew up in the south from a military family so naturally he was called to serve, he joined the Army straight out of high school. His Mom was his recruiter and steered him towards the Military Police. Jesse enlisted for 5 years as an MP and spent 1 deployment in Iraq. After exiting the military Jesse put the GI bill to good use and obtained an associates degree in Machine Tool Tech. While working as a machinist he also attended UTI in Sacramento obtaining a Associates degree in Applied Science with a Major in Automotive Repair. Jesse had a 4.0 gpa at graduation and decided Mercedes Benz would be the best fit for him. He accepted a technician position in Birmingham AL. He took many Mercedes specific classes to earn his Master certification. He transferred to Michigan to be near his best friend/brother from the Army however decided the local Metro Detroit dealerships were not the right fit for him and joined our family here at Motor City Euro. When Jesse is not here he enjoys spending time with his wife and 3 kids exploring the outdoors camping, hunting, fishing and boating. Jesse is a true outdoorsman.
Dream car would either be something with 2 wheels (dirt or street) but if forced to choose 4 wheels it would be a GLS63
Ryan Armstrong
Ryan has been our shining star of an apprentice. Back in 2021 during his senior year at North Farmington high school Ryan was taking automotive technology when Blanard the owner stopped in to speak to the class about working in the automotive industry. Ryan had always wanted to be an auto tech and stopped into the shop with a few others from the class. He had asked if he could do anything around the shop for the summer, so we hired him on as a porter. All of us noticed he had an exceptional work ethic and he really wanted to learn. We started showing him how we do things when he had time from his porter duties. He picked up on it right away and was learning fast, even helping the techs perform repairs. He had been accepted to Ferris state for automotive school so we lost him in the fall to Ferris. When he came back for Christmas he told us that he learned far more from us in the summer than 1 very expensive semester at school. We took Ryan on at that point as an apprentice and sent him to BMW school and Mercedes Benz school for extra training. He has passed all of the state certification tests obtaining master certification status and is a huge asset around the shop. There will be much more to come from this young man! When Ryan’s not learning how to retime an engine or replace a valve cover he loves video games and hanging out with his friends.
Dream car of all time: BMW E30
Taylor Lecluyse – Manager
Taylor is our shop manager. He has spent his entire career working on and with German vehicles. The majority of time as a master technician for Mercedes benz. After leaving the dealership world Taylor took a position as a shop manager at an independent German repair facility much like ours. Taylor started as a technician in 2021, promoted to shop Foreman in 2022 and to store manager in 2023. Taylor has a passion for German vehicles and people. If you need anything at all just ask him and he will make sure to get it handled for you. When not at work Taylor spends time with his wife and daughter either running to swim meets, camping or enjoying the outdoors.
All time favorite vehicle: Mercedes Benz Clk DTM
Tommy Abdal
Tommy joined our team as the Lead Service Advisor in November 2023, bringing with him an impressive seven years of experience in the automotive industry. His journey began as a lube technician, where he developed a foundational understanding of vehicle maintenance. Tommy then transitioned to the sales floor, honing his skills in customer service and sales before advancing to his current role as a service advisor. This diverse experience equips him with a comprehensive understanding of the business, making him an invaluable asset to our team. Known for his infectious energy and constant smile, Tommy creates a welcoming atmosphere for both colleagues and customers alike. His passion for the automotive industry is evident in his proactive approach and dedication to providing exceptional service.Outside of work, Tommy enjoys quality time with his fiancée, Julia, and their beloved German Shepherd, Diesel. Food plays a significant role in his life; whether he’s snacking or planning his next meal, you can count on Tommy to have a delicious culinary adventure in mind.Tommy’s blend of experience, enthusiasm, and love for life makes him a cherished member of our team, and we look forward to seeing his continued growth with us.
Dream Car: Saleen S7
Tyler Hart – Lead Technician
Tyler is our lead technician in the shop and is the man to see when things get tough. Tyler’s speciality is by far Audi/Volkswagen. Tyler also spent some time working as a machinist, everything that has to do with nuts, bolts and drilling/extraction he excels at. Having built many race cars and race engines he has an uncanny ability to problem solve a situation. With formal training in Volkswagen, Audi, BMW and Mini Cooper he possesses the skills to get the job done the right way the first time. In his off time Tyler enjoys disc golf, golf, skateboarding and spending time with his wife and daughter. Tyler and his family will be welcoming another child to their family in 2024! He’s easy to spot in the shop as he is almost 7ft tall!
All time dream car: right hand drive Mitsubishi Evo VIII
Zack Phillips
The other Zack in the shop. This Zack has been with us since the end of 2022. Coming from a domestic auto repair shop Zack wanted to focus his skills into vehicles he has more passion for. He was introduced by our technician, Tyler, who had also worked with him at their prior facility. Zack has always had a passion for automotives, graduating high school in 2019 he decided to immediately enter the automotive industry and has been in it since. Originally planning to become a technician, he started training as a lube technician in 2019. Although he did obtain his ASE brake certification he quickly realized his skills would be more useful in the front end of the shop. Zack is phenomenal with parts, scheduling, organizing and time management. His abilities to keep things in order help us ensure we can get your vehicle back as soon as possible! When Zack is not searching for parts or on the phone with a customer he loves to spend his time cruising around Woodward with friends or going to Red Wings games. If you are a big Hockey fan there is a good chance you will see him at the games!
Dream Car: Corvette ZR1