For the second year in a row at SEMA, the BP-Amoco Corporation has crowned a new "Golden Mechanic". Last year's winner Ryan Kooiman was the first to win the prestigious award and was on hand to pass the torch.
From June 19 to August 11,
independent mechanics could register or be nominated to compete head-to-head with other contestants, with the winner receiving $25,000.00 in cash, a one-year supply of BP-Amoco gas, and a complete Klein Tool kit. In addition the winner will be named the Amoco Ultimate spokesperson for 2007.
Damon, 43, is the shop manager and lead technician of Sant Automotive in Crestwood, MO. He is an ASE certified Master Automobile Technician, with an Advanced Level Specialist Certification (L1) in engine performance, Certified Under Car Specialist (X1) and a Gateway Clean Air Program Recognized Repair Technician.
In addition, Damon hosts a weekly automotive radio talk program on KMOX 1120 in St Louis Check out a recent program when available at http://kmox.com/pages/2659.php
For more information on the competition, visit http://www.bpgoldenmechanic.com
