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Congratulations to Kathy & Rob on your new 2021 VW Tiguan and to Tammy & Frank on your new 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan! The...
06/13/2026

Congratulations to Kathy & Rob on your new 2021 VW Tiguan and to Tammy & Frank on your new 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan! They are happy customers of Lauren At Wilder.

06/13/2026

Great time for an EV Kevin!

Congratulations to Steve on your new 2025 Toyota Tundra! He is the happy customer of Jason M.
06/12/2026

Congratulations to Steve on your new 2025 Toyota Tundra! He is the happy customer of Jason M.

Today, June 12, Dan and Sally Wilder would have celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary.At just 27 years old, Dan and ...
06/12/2026

Today, June 12, Dan and Sally Wilder would have celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary.

At just 27 years old, Dan and Sally opened their first dealership and spent the next six decades building a business rooted in giving back to the Olympic Peninsula community they loved.

Through his involvement with the Washington State Auto Dealers Association and the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA), Dan learned about the Ambassador Program, created by former NADA President and Ford dealer Bob Mallon. The program allowed dealers to make a $10,000 contribution, with charitable gifts returned to their communities every three years in perpetuity.

Dan embraced the program because he believed strongly in investing in the community that supported his success. He often reminded his family that none of it would have been possible without the people of the Olympic Peninsula and the dedicated employees that make up the Wilder Auto Family.

Six members of Dan’s family became Ambassadors, and he hoped every family member eventually would. Although he passed away before seeing that goal fulfilled, the program left a lasting impact. After Bob Mallon’s passing, the Ambassador Program came to an end, and participants received a final distribution. In its final year, each Wilder family Ambassador directed approximately $16,000 to a local organization of their choice. Over the years, those funds supported countless causes throughout the peninsula.

Dan and Sally’s legacy of leadership and service continues today. Dan Jr. followed in his father’s footsteps, serving as both Washington State Dealer of the Year and President of the Washington State Auto Dealers Association. Together, Dan Jr. and his sister, Tami, continue the family tradition of giving back.

On what would have been Dan and Sally’s anniversary, we are grateful to have been part of this extraordinary program. Thank you, Dan and Sally, for showing us that success is measured not only by what you build, but by what you give back.

Today, June 12, Dan and Sally Wilder would have celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary.Dan and Sally were just 27 yea...
06/12/2026

Today, June 12, Dan and Sally Wilder would have celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary.

Dan and Sally were just 27 years old when they opened their first dealership. Over the next five decades, they built a business that consistently gave back to the community they loved — the Olympic Peninsula.

Dan was actively involved with the Washington State Auto Dealers Association and the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA). Through that involvement, he met a very special gentleman, Bob P Mallon, a former NADA President and Ford dealer from Tacoma, Washington. Mr. Mallon is credited with creating the Ambassador Program through the National Automobile Dealers Charitable Foundation.

Dan loved the idea behind the program — to invest in your community’s organizations — and wanted to be part of it. More importantly, he wanted his family to understand the importance of giving back. He often reminded them that none of their business success would have been possible without the support of the Olympic Peninsula community and the dedicated employees who make up the Wilder Auto family.

The Ambassador Program required a $10,000 donation to participate. In return, a charitable gift would be distributed back into the donor’s community every three years — in perpetuity — with the donor choosing the recipient organization.

Six members of the Wilder family became Ambassadors. Dan’s plan was to ensure every family member participated. Unfortunately, he passed away before seeing that goal fully realized.

After Bob Mallon passed away, the decision was made to end the Ambassador Program. Participants were given the option of receiving a final lump-sum distribution. While it was sad to see such a meaningful program come to a close, the Wilder family remains incredibly grateful for all it accomplished in our community.

In the final year of the program, each Wilder family Ambassador received approximately $16,000 to give to the community organization of their choice — an incredible return on the original $10,000 investment. Over the years, Ambassador funds helped support countless organizations and causes throughout the peninsula. What started as a gift became a lasting legacy of giving.

Dan’s legacy of leadership and service continues today. Following in his father’s footsteps, Dan Jr. was honored as Washington State Dealer of the Year and also served as President of the Washington State Auto Dealers Association. Together, Dan Jr. and his sister, Tami, have continued the family partnership and remain committed to giving back, just as Dan and Sally taught them.

Today, on what would have been Dan and Sally’s anniversary, we wanted to share how grateful we are to have been part of this extraordinary program. Thank you, Dan and Sally, for showing us that success is measured not only by what we build, but also by what we give back. ❤️

Congratulations to Chelsea and Dayne on your new 2026 Nissan Armada, Stephen and Darcy on your new 2025 VW ID.Buzz, and ...
06/11/2026

Congratulations to Chelsea and Dayne on your new 2026 Nissan Armada, Stephen and Darcy on your new 2025 VW ID.Buzz, and Lorinda on your new 2026 RAM 1500! They are happy customers of Lauren At Wilder.

Congratulations to James on your new 2026 Toyota Camry and to David and Jeanie on your new 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander!...
06/10/2026

Congratulations to James on your new 2026 Toyota Camry and to David and Jeanie on your new 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander! They are happy customers of Joe M.

This Sunday, for Flag Day!
06/09/2026

This Sunday, for Flag Day!

Hats off to Copy Cat Graphics here in Port Angeles for updating our driveway sign! Copy Cat came and took the old sign p...
06/09/2026

Hats off to Copy Cat Graphics here in Port Angeles for updating our driveway sign! Copy Cat came and took the old sign panels, cleaned them up, printed new logos and reinstalled. Brilliant, clean and beautiful. Thanks for the extra mile on this one Copy Cat!

Congratulations to Lloyd and Beverly on your new 2023 Honda Passport, Mariah on your new 2024 Toyota Highlander, Edward ...
06/09/2026

Congratulations to Lloyd and Beverly on your new 2023 Honda Passport, Mariah on your new 2024 Toyota Highlander, Edward on your new 2019 Hyundai Kona, and Kevin and Lee on your new 2026 Honda CRV! They are happy customers of Lauren At Wilder.

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43, 53, And 133 Jetta Way
Port Angeles, WA
98362

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Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
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