The GVI Team "25 Years from Our Family to Your's"

Glenn, aka “The Hazzman” heads up the team. With 35 years in the industry and over two decades of management experience working for big names like the Giltrap Group and Moyes Motor Group. Glenn is passionate about giving great service and ensuring your experience with GVI is not only professional and pressure free, but also a bit of fun! Outside of work Glenn can be found either driving his Jeep around with his two girls, looking at Jeep accessories or paying his girls to clean his Jeep.

Originally from sunny Nelson, Matt has been part of the team for 6 Years now and started with us as a salesman in our Ssangyong New Vehicle team. Matt has moved his way up through the ranks and now heads our GVI Used Vehicle Team! Knowledgeable and enthusiastic Matt is always on hand to guide the team and work with you to ensure all your wants and needs are catered for! When he’s not at work Matt can be found on his boat or spending time with his Fiancé Margot enjoying Auckland’s many fine eateries!

With 30+ years experience in the automotive industry, Darren first started with GVI in 2009 and if it has four wheels or more, he's likely driven it or helped his clients secure one. Darren would have to be the industries most pleasent man and offers his clients a comfortable and considered buying experience without pressure. Outside of work Darren loves travelling, especially to the mighty USA and is looking forward to ticking off even more yet unconquered destinations on the world map when able.

First starting at GVI in 2013, Jackie has the joy of being a young man with relentless energy and enthusiasiam and he uses that to his customers advantage to find the right vehicle in the quickest time. Jackie also speaks Mandarin and Cantonese fluently, an incredibly valuable asset for all of his many clients and his phone is always on, so if you want prompt service with calls & answers returned super fast, then Jackie is your man.

Paul comes to us from an incredibly varied background having owned a chain of successful food bars and a famous 80's night club! With his wild days now behind him Paul's focus is on his three passions, his family, good food and of course fishing! Paul has been with the GVI team for over 8 years and always looks forward to meeting new people and helping them become satisfied new car owners.

One of 3 Russians here at GVI, Gleb has recently joined the team and is enjoying meeting new people and helping them find new vehicles. Before moving to New Zealand Gleb ran his own successful window tinting business in Russia and has excellent product knowledge and understanding. Gleb is the “Male Model” of the team, always looking immaculate and with a set of legs that all the girls a jealous of! 😉

From selling radio controlled electric cars to selling the real thing, Geary has come a long way! The youngest in the team, Geary has embraced the EV Life with both hands and is close to denouncing his evil ICE ways completely….except for maybe the odd weekend JZX cruise! Geary has developed an in-depth knowledge of EVs and is enjoying educating new comers on the joys and benefits of making the move to EV! Friendly and enthusiastic Geary is here to hold your hand and answer all your questions!

Katya - "Ka-te-ya" - and her Husband Barry hold the prestigious honour of winning one of Tesla's Golden Tickets and being flown to America to join Elon for dinner and a private tour of the Giga Factory!! Very Cool!! Crazy about EVs and with a passion for helping people join the EV life, Katya is a valued member of our team and always brings a ray on sunshine to the office when she is around! Katya has recently become a legit Kiwi! and her gentle and patient nature is always appreciated by those who are a little nervous about making the move to electric.

David comes to us with many years of automotive experience, having both sold cars & managing sales teams but most of all always looking after his customers incredibly well. You'll never not hear back from David and if there is a question he can't answer, then he'll quickly find it out & let you know. Everyone loves David's bright smile, positive attitude and attention to his customers, and if you would like to deal with someone who listens to what you would like to achieve, and then finds the right solutions, David is here & ready to help.

Honi brings both a wealth of finance experience plus the biggest smile ever to the dealership. Having worked with the likes of one of the big Turners operations as a Finance specialist, Honi can advise on all of the best options and financers to suit your needs, especially in these times of rising interest rates and tricky credit criteria. You'll love his relaxed style and even better, he keeps a mixed & varied range of wrapped lollies on his desk for his customers - yum!

Eugen heads up our Service team and uses his 25 years of automotive experience to ensure both a high level of quality & a 'fix it right first time' ethic are achieved. He'll often be the person you meet when you have to show or describe what's needed for your vehicle, plus he'll tick off the job once complete. Eugen has been a huge fan of anything with wheels since before he could even walk and while he loves his European & Japanese cars, he holds a secret hankering to one day own a Jeep Wrangler.

When you phone through direct to our Service team (09-5796083) Lewis will most likely be the first person you'll speak to. He'll ask all of the right questions to ensure the best result from your visit and he'll book a time that suits you best - don't forget to enquire about booking a free loan car! Lewis simply loves cars and comes from an automotive parts background. On weekends you'll find him around the bonnet of his collection or friends cars making fine adjustments, whether they needed it or not!

Having grown up with a family who owned a motorcycle shop, Mike has always been around motor vehicles, so after working as a Qualified Accountant in Wellington, London and the Caribbean, it’s not surprising that when the opportunity to get involved in the family car business arose back in 2001 the suit and tie was traded in. Mike loves the industry and over the past 18 years has been involved in selling both new and used vehicles plus managing a full workshop. Mike can genuinely say there is never a dull day in the car industry! Mike and his father have been looking after people in the bay for 30 years so if you are after honest and friendly advice, let Mike help you chose your next great ride!

Nigel has joined the Tauranga team after relocating from The Hustle and bustle of Auckland early in 2021. he brings years and years of experience in the motor trade selling both new and used cars over the years. He also spent a couple of years living and working in Japan in the motor trade. if you have any queries about Japanese cars then Nigel is the man to talk to.