Click on one of the people below to find out more information.

  • Robert Magnuson
    Founder

    Robert started La Porte Chrysler in 1973.  A life long La Porte Supporter and Resident, born and raised!  He also purchased the Chevy franchise in the 80's and later sold it.  Before being a Chrysler Dealer he worked at his Dad's Dealership and opened his own Used Car Lot.  Now retired he enjoys his antique cars, children, and grand children.  His son Matt took over the dealership January 2018 after working for him and learning from him for 30 years.  He started the La Porte Family Values as you know them now, Always Fair Honest and Transparent, it is what has made us La Porte County's Oldest Dealership and one of the few left in the county that is Locally Owned.

    f91972be05214bada7f0a31aaec72e4f
  • Art Magnuson

    Art started the Magnuson Automotive Family in the 1930's, he had various franchises including White Truck, Pontiac, Edsel, Lincoln and Mercury.  He was an avid outdoorsman and loved to go hunting and fishing.  The picture is his Dealership in La Porte in the 1950's. They are standing by a brand new White Truck which he sold at Maple City Auto Service. Our founder, Robert Magnuson, is in the showroom window in left corner. Art is by the driver door with black hat and pants. He also sold Pontiac's at this dealership. Also pictured are Ken Pagel on left, the lady is Faye, behind her is Woody, and Bob Burdine is on the far right.

    3853a1d3bc474318a2cd10eb377a74b3
  • Matthew J Magnuson
    Dealer Principal
    219.608.9971

    Born and raised in La Porte, Indiana and a 1992 graduate of La Porte High School!  I started my automotive career at age 14.  My first job, sweeping the garage floor and emptying the trash.  Since then I have done nearly every job in the dealership from oil changes, detailing cars to selling and managing.  

        I love every aspect of the dealership and love the family atmosphere that my Father started and I continue at La Porte Chrysler.  We do not believe in high pressure or silly games that other dealers play.  I personally work every deal with my sales team and all prices are listed on our website, upfront, transparent and HONEST!  

        We have been a local La Porte business for 45 years for a reason, we WORK, PLAY, SUPPORT and LIVE in LA PORTE.  We pride ourselves on repeat customers and long term employees.  I am so proud and confident of my team that I have my personal cell phone listed here, feel free to call me anytime.  

        Thank you for taking time out of your day to visit our website and welcome to the La Porte family!

    d379c04229b5478b91977e73201f98b9
  • Sales Manager
    Sales Manager

    The photo is not available because we do not employ a sales manager!  That's right!  Here at your local family owned dealership we DO NOT have a pushy Sales Manager.  The Sales Team works your deal directly with the Owner.  No pressure No games, Transparent and Honest, its the La Porte Family way, the ONLY way!

    daa137ea0e81479483bbfbbf8efdd7a6
  • Michael Mullen
    Senior Sales Specialist

    Mike has been with La Porte Chrysler for 45 years!  He is a success story for sure, starting out washing cars while attending La Porte High School and now is our Senior Sales Specialist. 


        Mike is a cornerstone of the dealership.

    8429e9100ad64f36bfaa5b9157f892c5
  • Calvin Schoon
    Sales Specialist
    ext 208 (219) 326-6850

        I'm glad to be back at LaPorte Chrysler. With over 30 years with the Magnuson family, it's definitely like family to me. 


        I truly appreciate our customers and without you we do not have a business. We do our best to make it a simple and enjoyable experience. 

        Feel free to stop in and see me.

    66eb7b97f5f74901a6b11e0e0142369f
  • Sean Biehl
    Customer Experience Coordinator / Sales Specialist / Kelly Blue Book Buyer


    26800ff98d5c423c9b2703b83f529f6e
  • Nicholas Crum
    Sales
    (219) 379-4427


    7e23efca575f4446a2cb3d96ab611b46
  • Marla Bourgeois
    Sales & Leasing Consultant
    219.326.6850 ext 222


    41a89e40e6084d8197041be8169e33b7
  • Pam Lindborg
    Office Manager

        Pam has been a dedicated and valued family member with La Porte Chrysler for 16 years and counting

    4373c9fad8ad40a9a7206726c442fb93
  • Tammy McWhirter
    Title Clerk


    3bc069592e444be98b705c1bfbe82943
  • Corrine Garver
    Receptionist


    41bb1363abfd468d99ef7f8ca9cf5a6a
  • Tyler Leka
    Service Manager


    8a9fb62a7cf94f469778fa7e02ed875c
  • John Michiaels
    Technician


    8a824a19dd3f4dfc83fc885d2691984e
  • Kim Piotrowicz
    MasterTechnician

        Born and raised in LaPorte. I'm married with two daughters and three grandchildren and have been a part of the Magnuson Chrysler family for 34 years

     ASE & Chrysler Certified Technician. 

    924cef0ff50245b490ca695d94822301
  • Michael Hogg
    Master Technician

        Mike brings over 20 years automotive experience and is Chrysler Certified.

    2f7dcd35b5a14aad8d6e352b07f0d199
  • Zachary Haas
    Technician


    be8a7f965c194377b56fb8ff02fa3c67
  • Austin Regenold
    Express Lane Tech


    2c648c8ad3d0478ea0c1aef87186a90b
  • Rick Hickman
    Custodian Tech


    38417c4ed9ad4c2d9c3e4b8771453638
  • Michael Caldwell
    Parts Manager


    5466fb9e8a354fcab45484328e6486a0
  • Patrick Wright
    Parts


    6d2a41142a38408a86640f892b5ebb6a
  • Rick Southe
    Parts Advisor


    386cf305250244d4b1ad041f873e1c0f
  • Alyssa Dunlap
    Inventory Control Manager


    e5337dbb88c34597be618594d73e1fae
  • Bobby Lee McMillion
    Detail Tech

    Bobby has been making our vehicles look better than new for 30 years here at La Porte Chrysler

    9767d6400c304d37b0317536eb08a107
  • Chaise Magnuson
    Lot Manager


    3fd34ff523864649983cf60197d7b4c5
  • Noah Brettin
    Lot Inventory Specialist


    ac90defb5b84415782be74071a3a35a3
  • Jackson Land
    Detail Specialist


    78093b09f42f43c2a42748701377e5ea
  • Brady Bernth
    Assistant Lot Inventory Specialist


    876e85b886014dd4b9f22d0dad3edaf3