Final day for legendary auto retailer as stores close for good today with final sales up to 75% off
TODAY is the last day to shop at an auto part retailer before it closes all of its locations for good.
After 75 years in business, Knecht's Auto Parts is closing all of its locations.
The Oregon-based company has eight locations across the states.
Shoppers relied on the store for all their auto needs, ranging from things as simple as tires to a completely new engine.
There is still some time left to shop, as the locations will be offering 75 percent off of everything that's left in stores.
However, the deals and availability vary from location to location, so it's worth calling ahead of time to see what's still in stock and for how much.
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Most of Knecht's locations are open during the week and Saturdays, and most of the stores operate anywhere from 8am to 8pm each day.
The following eight locations are holding blowout sales before closing:
- 547 Q Street, Springfield
- 3402 Main Street, Springfield
- 2290 West 11th Avenue, Eugene
- 1082 Highway 99 North, Eugene
- 2590 River Road, Eugene
- 248 North 9th Street, Eugene
- 2142 Santiam Highway Southeast, Albany
- 63011 North Highway 97, Bend
Unfortunately, ongoing financial issues have forced the company to shut down.
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Kevin Sabbato, chief executive officer, said the business is "no longer sustainable after losing market share and increased competition."
“We've been involved in the community for 75 years and we've had great support through our customers and our employees, and we couldn't have done it without them," he told local news outlet The Register-Guard.
A SLEW OF CLOSINGS
Several businesses have faced the same fate as Knecht's.
From similar small businesses to huge corporations, the impacts of inflation and changing shopping habits have been disastrous in some cases.
This year alone, at least 1,400 stores are closing across the country.
Among the retailers that will close down stores this year include Amazon, Bed Bath & Beyond, Walmart, Foot Locker, and Target.
Bed Bath & Beyond is closing all of its locations after declaring Chapter 11 bankruptcy in April.
All the stores are having liquidation sales, offering as much as 50 percent off on all inventory.
Select locations will also be selling fixtures and equipment.
The store is no longer accepting coupons or gift cards, and all purchases are final sale.
The last day of business will be June 30, unless Bed Bath & Beyond is bought out by another company.
This comes as a major wedding retailer announced closures will happen "sooner" than expected.
Plus, don't miss your last chance to shop at this Nordstrom location before it closes for good.