Johns Famous Auto Parts & Metals

John G. Kastner established John's Famous Auto Parts & Metals in 1974. Born and raised in Philadelphia, PA, John was a truck driver for Schmidt’s Brewery for several years during early adulthood but also did scrapping on the side, as even then, he had extensive knowledge of cars. He started a new life with his sweetheart, Karen, married and started his family. Several years later, he decided to start his own business in a warmer climate; that’s how he landed in the Sunshine State. He bought some property here and built the company from nothing but a piece of land into what it is today. As he worked toward his dream, his family grew to seven children - five of whom are involved in the company today as well as three granddaughters and a son-in-law.   Adding on new locations over the years, the two Bunnell facilities were the first and are the largest. Then he added Holly Hill Salvage, John’s Metals of Palatka, John’s Pull & Save, and the newest facility, John’s Tomoka Auto Parts. John is very active in the company today. He loves operating equipment and running his John Deere loaders. He is very sociable with his customers and loves to give everyone a laugh and put a smile on their faces.