Celebrating 52 Years with Small Motors Service!

In the vibrant landscape of 1972, two young visionaries, Max and Coral Marxsen, embarked on a journey that would etch their names into the annals of Gladstone’s business history. The opportunity arose when Coral’s father extended the offer to sell his on-hand stock and spare parts from his STIHL agency, igniting the spark of entrepreneurship within the duo. With unwavering determination and boundless enthusiasm, they seized the chance and rented a modest storefront on the Dawson Highway to kickstart their venture.

Back then, the landscape of outdoor power equipment stores was non-existent, offering a blank canvas for Max and Coral to paint their vision upon. Max’s skills in operations complemented Coral’s administrative finesse, laying the foundation for a partnership destined for greatness. Seven fruitful years later, their aspirations soared higher as they acquired a plot of land on Hanson Road, envisioning a purpose-built showroom and service centre to cater to Gladstone’s growing needs. Today, that building stands tall, a testament to their perseverance and foresight.