Straight allies support equal rights, gender equality, and LGBTQ social movements.
They advocate for the rights and well-being of the LGBTQ community, often using their privilege and platform to amplify LGBTQ voices and challenge discriminatory practices. We, in Fort Lauderdale, are very privileged and very fortunate to have on our side a long-standing friend and ally in Grieco Ford. Under the auspices of General Manager Louis Izquierdo, "the soup to nuts" go to man, as he likes to refer to himself, Grieco Ford has been one of the most dedicated supporter of our community with a welcoming and safe showroom, lending their sponsorship to all kinds of events from the MZ OutSFL Pageant Gala, to Stonewall Pride, Taste of the Island, Wilton Manors Business Association to countless special issues of our newspaper and magazine. We recently reached out to Izquierdo, who is also a distinguished member of Wilton Manors’ Planning and Zoning Board, to find out a little more about the dealership and this is what he had to say:
"Grieco Automotive Group is a family business that started when Michael Grieco Sr. ventured into the automotive industry in 1975 and opened his first collision center, Universal Claim Service. This led to the launching of Vantage Motor Sales in 1979. Then, in 1995, he acquired his first new car franchise, Metro Honda, now known as Grieco Honda. As the years passed and with the acquisitions of more franchises, Grieco Automotive Group was created to handle the company's growing automotive business. Michael Grieco Sr. began transferring the leadership role of the day-to-day operations to his son, Michael Grieco Jr., who is now one of the youngest automotive CEO's in the country. In Florida there are now 2 Ford, 3 Chevy, 1 Mazda and 1 Nissan Grieco Dealerships. As a business and organization, both our sales and service department are dedicated to satisfy all customers by providing a pleasant and efficient experience when they walk into our showroom. We have expanded a lot of our services to accommodate all current lifestyles of busy professionals, business entrepreneurs, including those that work from home. We offer pick up and delivery through our mobile service. We can even facilitate buying your vehicle online."
Louis makes sure that at Grieco Ford you'll find a welcoming, experienced, responsive, frontline staff ready to guide you through the car buying process, provide technical assistance with the sophisticated electronics features today's cars come equipped with, combined with a team of financial experts who will help you with the process of finding a great Ford lease deal or loan option.
If you are looking to buy a new vehicle their inventory includes models such as the crown jewel F150, Expedition, Escape, Edge, and very soon a brand new revamped Explorer. With exceptional interior space, lush trim options, and a plethora of available features, the line-up of new Ford SUVs for sale in Fort Lauderdale will check off all your boxes. The wide selection includes models with the intelligent 4WD system, so, hit the gas and trek off the beaten path in confidence with one of these incredible vehicles!
If you are instead looking for certified pre-owned Ford cars, trucks, or SUVs, rest assured these vehicles have been combed over thoroughly to ensure they are in pristine condition, inside and out by their trained team of technicians, these models are up to the high standards of the manufacturer.
Grieco Ford goes beyond all that by serving not only the customer, but the community as a whole, which is why numerous philanthropic efforts have been led by the founder’s wife Cathy Grieco. She has raised over $1 million through her tireless efforts spearheading fundraising campaigns with organizations such as St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and other community programs.
Stop by 1333 North Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 to find out why so many of their customers go back as soon as new models come on the market, and say hello and thank you to Louis for everything he does in support of our community and paper.
1333 N. Federal HWY, Fort Lauderdale
954-390-6400
griecofordftl.com
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