Courtesy Auto Group History
About Courtesy Auto Group
Established in 1955, Courtesy Automotive Group has been serving the valley for 70 years. We have built our business as a third generation family owned dealer group with a legacy of trust, innovation, and community-driven service. Our mission is simple: Our family providing your families transportation needs for decades to come. We live by this promise everyday at Courtesy and are committed to ensuring you find the vehicles you’re looking for at a price you can afford.
Since its founding, Courtesy Automotive Group has built a reputation for excellence in the automotive industry. With deep roots in Arizona and California, we’ve grown from a single dealership into a multi-location operation focused on integrity, customer satisfaction, and innovation. Our goal has always been to create an unmatched dealership experience, whether you’re shopping, servicing, or exploring financing options.
We proudly represent some of the most trusted automotive brands and are known for our commitment to transparency, competitive pricing, and community engagement. Our dedicated teams across each location are passionate about serving you with respect and honesty—values that have stood the test of time.
Our History & Growth Timeline
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1955 – Courtesy Chevrolet Founded in Arizona
Courtesy Automotive Group opens its first Chevrolet dealership in Phoenix Arizona. We were the first auto dealership on Camelback Road. -
1961 – Expansion to San Diego, California with Courtesy Chevrolet Center
The group enters California with its second Chevrolet dealership in the heart of San Diego. -
2017 – Courtesy Volvo Cars of Scottsdale
Courtesy Opens it’s second new brand and first Luxury auto dealership in Scottsdale. -
2019 – Addition of Courtesy Chrysler Dodge RAM & Courtesy Jeep in Mesa
Courtesy purchases struggling Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM dealership in Mesa on Superstition Springs Blvd. -
2020 – Courtesy Kia in Mesa is opened
With the rising popularity of Korean imports, Courtesy opens a Kia dealership in Mesa, AZ. -
2022 – Polestar Scottsdale Opens
Polestar Scottsdale is opened as Arizona’s only Polestar Luxury Automotive Store at Scottsdale Fashion Square. -
2023 – Courtesy Nissan of Mesa is added to the group
Courtesy purchases East Valley Nissan and welcomes its 7th dealership to the group in Mesa. AZ. -
2025 – Courtesy Automotive Group 70 Year Anniversary
Courtesy Automotive Group celebrates 70 years and 3 generations of family business serving Arizona & California’s Automotive Needs