Ishii Motor Industries Auto Repair

07/23/2026

07/22/2026

Any Jimny fans out there?

09/23/2025

At Ishii Motors, keeping Bellevue drivers safe is never a one-person job. It’s a team effort.

Sherman leads up front, making sure what customers experience behind the wheel is clearly understood. Cam provides leadership in the garage, guiding the technical side of the work. And Doc, one of our skilled technicians, is part of the crew that puts those plans into action with hands-on expertise.

Every role is different, but together they all serve one purpose: making sure your car leaves our shop ready for the road ahead.

That’s the heart of Ishii Motors: teamwork that keeps Bellevue moving.

09/18/2025

Doc and Binh work in two different worlds of the shop — one under the hood, the other up front — but neither role works without the other.

When a car comes in, Binh listens first. He translates concerns into details the technicians need, making sure nothing gets lost between driver and shop. Then Doc takes over, diagnosing, repairing, and making sure the fix holds up on the road.

It’s a back-and-forth rhythm that keeps everything moving — proof that in this shop, teamwork isn’t just behind the scenes, it’s the whole story.

09/11/2025

From fighting fires in Japan to turning heads in Bellevue.

This 1989 Toyota Dyna started life as a firefighter truck — rugged, reliable, and built to serve. In Japan, vehicles like this weren’t just workhorses; they were part of the community, designed to handle tight streets and demanding jobs with Toyota’s trademark durability.

Now retired from its original duty, this Dyna carries a different kind of story: a rare piece of JDM history parked right here at Ishii Motor Industries.

What would you do if this truck was yours — restore it, modify it, or keep it just the way it is?

09/04/2025

Say hey to Doc.

He grew up in Alaska, and his real name is actually Eagle Black Bear (pretty awesome, right?).

Back in the day, he was studying nursing at UW. But no matter what, he kept finding his way back to engines — he’s been a tinkerer since he was a kid.

These days, you’ll find him here at Ishii Motor Industries, putting that same care and steady focus into every car that rolls through.

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08/27/2025

When Steve co-founded Ishii Motors back in 2010, the economy was uncertain—but his vision was clear.

After a long time in the automotive world, he wanted to create something different. A shop where people felt heard, not hustled.

Where quality wasn’t just in the repairs, but in the relationships.
The name Ishii comes from Steve’s last name.

What started with just him and Cam has grown into a trusted team that continues to change the way people experience auto repair—one customer at a time.

This shop is more than a business. For Steve, it’s a reflection of values: honesty, excellence, and doing right by people.

08/20/2025

We know our shop is a little hidden. That’s kind of the point. We’re not flashy. We’re focused.

So if you’ve ever looped around Evergreen Market or passed the Chick-fil-A wondering where the heck we are — don’t worry. You’re not the first. That’s why we hit the streets and pointed the way ourselves. Not models. Not actors. Just the guys who’ll actually be working on your car.

At Ishii Motor Industries, we care more about craftsmanship than curb appeal. We don’t spend much time marketing. We spend it under the hood, fixing things right, and standing behind every job we do.

So if you’re looking for us — just follow the ones pointing. They’re the real deal. And they’ll take care of your car like it’s their own.

08/14/2025

James isn’t just fixing a truck — he’s preserving a piece of someone’s story.

Today he’s under the hood of a 2000 Isuzu Trooper with 181,000 miles — and counting.

This generation of Trooper was built with serious grit, but after two decades on the road, it was time. James replaced the timing belt, water pump, all cylinder head plugs, wheel bearings, and seals. It wasn’t just leaking — it was pleading for a little love.

Most people would’ve given up on a car like this. James didn’t. Because he knows that in the right hands, vehicles like this still have more to give — especially when they’re cared for by people who understand them.

At Ishii Motors, this is what we do: bring older machines back to life with respect, precision, and heart.

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08/06/2025

Every strong crew has a story—and Binh’s started long before 2025.

He officially joined Ishii Motors earlier this year, but his connection to **Sherman—one of the leaders here at Ishii—**goes way back. The two first crossed paths in another life, back when Binh was still grinding his way up in the industry.

Binh’s journey began in 2004 as a welder at an exhaust shop. From there, he climbed the ranks—first as a tech, then lead tech, and eventually service manager and store manager at one of the top-performing corporate locations for a major national auto repair company. With that kind of experience, stepping into a management role at Ishii was a natural next chapter.

Outside the shop, Binh is all about the outdoors. Whether he’s with his family, trolling for salmon in the Puget Sound, or casting a line anywhere there’s water—you’ll find him soaking it all in.

However, during the workweek, you’ll find him serving customers at the front of Ishii Motors here in Bellevue.

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