Sunday in Portland with dying brakes

May 3, 2009 11:00 AM

Where can I get my brakes fixed on a Sunday in Portland, OR?

I see prior questions on mechanics in Portland, but I'm looking specifically for people who can help me today. I drove here last night from a couple of hours away, planned to leave tonight, but don't trust the brakes (which began squealing aggressively as soon as I hit town; I think it's time for new pads) to get me safely home.

The car is a 2003 Taurus, so it's not like I need a specialty place, but even the big brake and tire chains seem to close on Sundays. Am I out of luck?

(I know that this is a potential DIY repair, but, with respect, I have to rule that out. I don't trust my diagnostic prowess nor my basic level of mechanical ability.)

posted by thesmallmachine to Travel & Transportation around Portland, OR (2 answers total)

Best answer: Nah, you're fine. I've been there, but sub Austin for Portland and an old Saturn for your Taurus.

Find a Sears Auto Center. There are a few in Portland that are open 10-6 local time on Sundays. I know it's not an ideal solution, but it can be functional enough to get you back safely, which is much more important.

Here are a few locations and phone numbers in the PDX area:

9800 SW WASHINGTON SQUARE RD
PORTLAND, OR 97223

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11800 SE 82ND AVE
PORTLAND, OR 97266

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8800 NE VANCOUVER MALL DR
VANCOUVER, WA 98662

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posted by Ufez Jones at 11:09 AM on May 3, 2009

Response by poster: Thank you!
posted by thesmallmachine at 11:13 AM on May 3, 2009