Generations of Penton family working together to inspect the window trim on a black vehicle outside the Penton's Auto Trim storefront.

OUR STORY

Three Generations. Over 60 Years of Craftsmanship.

Penton’s Auto Trim & Truck Accessories began as a small garage operation and has grown into one of the most recognized upholstery and trim shops along the Gulf Coast. What started with one man’s craftsmanship has become a three-generation family business serving Pensacola and the surrounding communities.

SERVING PENSACOLA AND SURROUNDING AREAS,
FOR OVER 60 YEARS!

A Legacy Begins

1964-1985

1964

Billy Penton started Penton’s Trim & Glass Shop out of his garage, building a reputation for quality workmanship and honest service.

1968

Penton’s moved into its first brick-and-mortar location at the foot of the Bayou Chico Bridge, allowing better access for marine and boat interior projects.

Billy Penton

1970

The shop relocated to St. Mary Avenue, just off Pace Boulevard, directly behind Billy Penton’s home—keeping the business truly family-run.

A black-and-white photo of Penton's second trim and glass shop building from the company's early years.

A vintage color photograph of the Penton's Trim & Glass Shop building, with classic cars and a pickup truck parked outside.

A vintage photograph of a Billy Penton at the office desk talking on the phone.

1977

An addition was added to the building to support the growing demand for automotive vinyl tops

1985

As custom vans surged in popularity, Billy expanded the business to include a custom van shop at the St. Mary’s location.

Growth & Recognition

1986-1998

Article from Auto Trim News, June 1986

1986

The Penton’s logo was born. While visiting a theme park, Billy commissioned a cartoonist to design a logo that is now widely recognized throughout the community.

1988

Penton’s Custom Vans & Truck Accessories opened on W Street, becoming the first truck accessory store in Pensacola.

Darren Penton

1996

After Billy Penton’s passing, his son Darren Penton, who removed his first seat cover at just 8 years old, took ownership of the business at age 35.

1998

Darren relocated the trim shop from St. Mary Avenue to the W Street location, discontinued van customization, and renamed the business Penton’s Auto Trim & Truck Accessories.

Three Generations Strong

2014-Present

2014

Penton’s proudly celebrated 50 years of serving Pensacola and surrounding areas.

2017

Rusty Penton, Darren’s son, became manager of Penton’s, preparing to carry the family legacy into its third generation.

2025

Rusty officially became owner of Penton’s. During this time, the team expanded and increased its focus on marine and recreational upholstery while continuing the automotive craftsmanship the business was built on.

Rusty, owner of Penton's Auto Trim, standing outside the shop in a Penton's Auto Trim hoodie.

Rusty Penton

Today

More than six decades later, Penton’s remains committed to the same values Billy Penton started with in 1964:
quality workmanship, honest service, and pride in every project.