

Todd knew he was a ‘car man’ from a young age and worked with his dad and brother at the family salvage yard. Take a deep breath now – Carrera GTs, 959s, GT2s, GT3s and Turbo Ss have all limped through their doors at some point. They died so that others could live.Įstablished more than 20 years ago by husband and wife team Todd and Sara Dakarmen, the company specialises in Porsches and has broken up pretty much every model from the 1980s onwards. The company, based in California, provides an abundance of parts and complete cars in various states of distress, all waiting to help resurrect a willing recipient. Suggest a story: VoyageLA is built on recommendations from the community it’s how we uncover hidden gems, so if you or someone you know deserves recognition please let us know here.Depending on how you view it, LA Dismantler is either the final resting place of a cherished Porsche or the answer to your prayers. Tara Dakarmen, Sara Dakamen, LA Dismantler I have a green eco plan to reuse unsellable parts making them into Porsche decor. Continuing to connect with the Community through social media and events.
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Our podcast on Cars Yeah just released, TV show to follow, a Reality TV show is in the works, YouTube channel expansion, blog/vlog. We continue to spread our wings and connect with media outlets to publicize our story. We are expanding the business publically and globally. Porsche enthusiasts across the world, continuing our goal to keep Porsches on the road. My plan for the company is to take it to the next level and provide parts for the millions. I intend to continue running this business like my husband and dreamt of since day one.

What sets us apart is that we are now a female-owned business in a male-dominated market who connects with the global community. We are most proud of our committee to our clients and community. We are known for having the widest selection of good quality used parts at great prices. We specialize in 70’s to current 911 Boxster Cayman parts. We are the world’s largest late model Porsche dismantling yard. So, as you know, we’re impressed with Los Angeles (LA) Dismantler – tell our readers more, for example what you’re most proud of and what sets you apart from others. You can have it all if you be patient with yourself and love what you do and where you are. It has been a life-changing experience while riding this roller coaster adventure. My four daughters contribute willingly to my operation.

The death of a twenty-four year best friend and partner, raising four girls while operating a business is a balance I have come to appreciate. Overall, would you say things have been easy for you? We’re always bombarded by how great it is to pursue your passion, etc – but we’ve spoken with enough people to know that it’s not always easy. My company is the international, late model dismantler, leader in the world of Porsche. Today I spend my time traveling to Porsche events around the world and meeting prominent Porsche people in order to spread our love of the marque. Unfortunately, Todd passed-away two years ago and I have taken the helm of the business. With Todd handling the day to day operations and me remaining connected through payroll and sales, I was able to have a full-time volunteer career with PTA/Girl Scouts and other activities with my girls. the last few years while raising my four beautiful daughters, who now help me tremendously. My contribution to the business diminished over time as I found myself raising four amazing daughters (who help me tremendously. Todd left his family salvage business and started our Porsche specific endeavor.Īlongside Todd, I dedicated all of my time our business. Todd had been in the industry for decades and this seemed like the natural direction for me. While attending Pepperdine University for my business degree, I studied the automotive salvage industry. My late husband Todd and I turned our passion for Porsche into our livelihood by my mid-twenties. My love for both Porsche and Todd thrived as I continued my higher education. When I met Todd, the only way to get any face time with him was in his cold garage while he was tinkering with his projects in my early twenties. My teens were spent cherishing those timeless Porsche moments with my dad and his.

My love for Porsche flourished when my father purchased his first when I was ten years old, a tribute to our Stuttgart heritage. Los Angeles Dismantler (LA Dismantler) has prospered from humble beginnings. We’d love to hear how you got started and how the journey has been so far. Today we’d like to introduce you to Sara Dakarmen.
