A Century of Experience: Holman Motorcars St. Louis

The first Ford Model A was introduced to the market in 1903. A little over two decades later, Holman Motorcars opened its first Ford dealership in Merchantville, New Jersey, in 1924. The company was at the forefront of the automotive industry at its beginnings, and a century later, it is a global leader in the luxury car market with more than 6,500 employees. As the family-owned business celebrates its 100th anniversary, it remains dedicated to guiding clients so they have the best experience possible. That ethos is clear in the employees at its St. Louis location at One Arnage Blvd. in Chesterfield.

Holman has come a long way from a single dealership in New Jersey. The company’s success can be credited to its continued dedication to its founding principles, according to chairman Mindy Holman. “It started with one dream, to build a family business, and one vision, to always do the right thing for our people, our customers and our community,” she says. “Since then, we’ve stood by this commitment, and our collective actions have taken a visible place in our lives and our work. We will continue to be guided by the core principles upon which our business was founded: hiring and empowering the best, most talented individuals, providing exceptional customer service and giving back to our communities.”

Holman Motorcars St. Louis opened its doors 20 years ago, and the company’s century of expertise ensures it provides clients with a customized, boutique buying experience. The location is an authorized sales and service center for six brands: Bentley, Rolls-Royce, Aston Martin, Lamborghini, Lotus and Bugatti. “Here at our store in Chesterfield we have 23 employees with a combined tenure of more than 160 years,” sales manager Brian Tull notes. “Our master technicians are some of the most experienced in the country—oftentimes helping troubleshoot at other dealerships.”

Holman offers clients a wide range of complementary services, according to Tull. The team provides expertise in a variety of topics, such as fleet management, upfitting, vehicle equipment, insurance and vehicle sourcing and servicing. The automotive center also has a wide selection of pre-owned vehicles, including rare collectables. It offers custom leases and financing for all purchases to meet the unique needs of each buyer. “When dealing with luxury vehicles, it’s beneficial to have a true consultant help guide the process,” Tull says. “Whether it’s deciding on a preowned vehicle or building a brand new car, having the help of someone who truly understands the product and market is paramount.”

Many of the vehicles that Holman offers are dream cars, and the company is dedicated to helping make these purchases a reality for everyone who steps through its doors. “Driving what’s right—those three powerful words define an integrated global automotive services organization,” Tull says. “Holman Motorcars St. Louis is truly a family. We love and respect our customers and every employee. We strive to train, empower and reward exceptional people while earning the loyalty and exceeding the expectations of our clients and uplifting the community that supports our success.”

Located at One Arnage Blvd. in Chesterfield, Holman Motorcars St. Louis is dedicated to providing a personalized boutique experience, offering a wide selection of new and pre-owned luxury vehicles. Pictured on the cover: Pre-owned manager Kevin Rodermund, general manager Kaylene Grey, sales manager Brian Tull. For more information, call 636.489.3788 or visit holmanmotorcars.com.

Cover design by Julie Streiler
Cover photo by Tim Parker Photography

Pictured at the top: Bentley brand manager Mark Wetzel
Photo: Tim Parker Photography