What Galpin Ford does

Galpin Ford is a privately held, family-owned Ford franchise dealership founded in 1946 and headquartered at 15505 Roscoe Blvd in North Hills, California, serving the Los Angeles and San Fernando Valley markets. The company sells new Ford vehicles (cars, trucks, SUVs, commercial vans), certified and Galpin-branded pre-owned vehicles across multiple brands, and performance-customized vehicles marketed under the "Galpinized" sub-brand with modifications sourced from Fox Factory, Hennessey, ROUSH, Shelby, and RTR. Beyond vehicle sales, the dealership operates a full-service ecosystem including a QuickLane service center, parts distribution, in-house and third-party financing (including Ford Flex Buy and ITIN lending for non-citizens), leasing, trade-in acquisition, and a dedicated Ford Pro commercial fleet division. The business also owns and operates the Horseless Carriage Restaurant, an on-premises full-service restaurant that has operated since 1966 and is described as the first such amenity at a U.S. auto dealership.

Galpin's revenue is generated primarily through one-time new and used vehicle transactions (over 1,354 vehicles in current inventory across 826 new, 57 certified, 528 Galpin pre-owned, and 47 Galpinized units, plus 159 electric and hybrid units), with recurring contribution from service and parts operations, finance and insurance product placements, and commercial fleet sales. Go-to-market is sales-led through a physical showroom, inside phone-based sales (888-230-2741), an online express store at express.galpinford.com, and a separate Ford Pro commercial website, supported by social media, content marketing, and special-program incentives for college students, military personnel, first responders, Farm Bureau members, and accessibility-program participants. Underlying technology is largely OEM-supplied (FordPass connected vehicle services, BlueCruise hands-free driving, Ford Pro fleet tools) rather than proprietary; the proprietary layer is the Galpin Certified pre-owned program and the Galpinized custom-vehicle configuration program.

The dealership claims the title of "#1 Volume Ford Dealer in the World" based on Ford Motor Company cumulative retail sales data for 25 consecutive years, and operates as part of the broader Galpin Motors Inc. group, which also represents Honda, Lincoln, Lotus, Mazda, Porsche, and Volkswagen brands. The company is led by the Boeckmann family — founder Bert Boeckmann as owner and his son Beau Boeckmann as president — with Greg Galpin listed as president and Terry Miller as general manager in separate personnel records, suggesting an executive roster that mixes family leadership and operational management. Legal entity is Galpin Motors Inc., incorporated in California, with no disclosed venture capital, private equity ownership, or public listing.

Name

Galpin Ford

Legal name

Galpin Motors Inc.

Website

https://galpinford.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Galpin Ford is a family-owned Ford franchise dealership in North Hills, California, selling new, certified pre-owned, and Galpinized performance vehicles, plus service, parts, financing, and commercial fleet sales across the Los Angeles area.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Auto Dealership

NAICS

New Car Dealers (44111), Used Car Dealers (441120), Automotive Parts, Accessories, and Tire Retailers (4413), Tire Dealers (441340)

SIC

Retail-Auto Dealers & Gasoline Stations (5500), Services-Automotive Repair, Services & Parking (7500), Services-Auto Rental & Leasing (No Drivers) (7510)

akta.pro primary industry

Tires, wheels & related supplies distribution (CRAOANAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Tire Distribution & Wholesale (Regional/Local Supply) (TLAKADAH)

Keywords

• New vehicle sales
• Used car dealership
• Vehicle financing leasing
• Auto service parts
• Commercial fleet sales

Headquarters

HQ city

North Hills

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Vehicle Sales: New and used vehicle sales with over 1,354 vehicles in inventory including 826 new, 57 certified, 528 Galpin pre-owned, and 47 Galpinized vehicles
2. Service and Parts: Full-service maintenance and repair, parts sales, QuickLane tire and brake service
3. Financing and Leasing: In-house financing, leasing options, Ford Flex Buy payment plans, and ITIN financing for customers without social security numbers
4. Special Programs: College Student Recognition, Military Recognition, First Responders Recognition, Farm Bureau Recognition, and Accessibility Programs

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Galpin Ford is an authorized Ford franchise dealership selling new Ford vehicles, certified pre-owned Fords, Galpin-certified pre-owned vehicles, Galpinized performance-modified vehicles, and a multi-brand pre-owned inventory. It operates an integrated sales, financing, leasing, trade-in, parts, and full-service maintenance business under one roof, complemented by the Galpin Auto Sports custom division, the Ford Pro commercial fleet business, and the on-site Horseless Carriage Restaurant.

Product overview

Galpin Ford operates as a multi-brand automotive dealership offering a comprehensive vehicle sales and service ecosystem. The core offerings include new Ford vehicles across all segments (cars, trucks, SUVs, commercial vans), pre-owned vehicles spanning multiple brands (Ford, Honda, Toyota, Porsche, Land Rover, and luxury brands), and certified pre-owned programs. The product portfolio includes specialized sub-brands such as Galpin Certified and Galpinized (performance-modified) vehicles. Beyond sales, Galpin provides integrated services including vehicle financing, leasing, trade-in programs, and full-service maintenance through QuickLane. The dealership also features an on-site restaurant (Horseless Carriage Restaurant) and supports Ford manufacturer programs for specific customer segments (college students, military, first responders). Electric and hybrid vehicle options are available through the EV/Hybrid section, featuring Mustang Mach-E, F-150 Lightning, F-150 Hybrid, Maverick Hybrid, and E-Transit models.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Galpinized: Customized and modified vehicles program featuring Fox Factory Vehicles, Hennessey Vehicles, ROUSH Vehicles, and Shelby Vehicles.
• Horseless Carriage Restaurant

Products and services

• New Ford Vehicles

Quantifiable outcome

• 1,354+ vehicles in inventory
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Ford Motor CompanycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGalpin Ford is an authorized Ford franchise dealership operating as a channel partner and distributor for Ford Motor Company vehicles, parts, and services. The dealership sells new Ford vehicles, certified pre-owned Fords, and provides Ford factory warranty service.
• Fox Factory VehiclesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFox Factory is a suspension and performance parts manufacturer. Galpin offers Fox Factory Vehicles as part of their Galpinized program, providing vehicles with Fox suspension upgrades.
• Hennessey VehiclesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHennessey Performance is a high-performance vehicle modifier. Galpin offers Hennessey vehicles including the Venom 800 and Venom 800 ST F-150 models.
• ROUSH PerformanceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerROUSH Performance creates high-performance Ford vehicles and parts. Galpin offers new ROUSH trucks for sale.
• Shelby AmericanminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerShelby American produces high-performance Ford-based vehicles. Galpin offers Shelby vehicles including the Mustang SuperSnake and F-250 Shelby SuperBaja.
• RTR VehiclesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRTR (Ready to Rock) is a performance vehicle brand founded by Vaughn Gittin Jr. Galpin offers RTR-spec vehicles including Mustang RTR Spec 2.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Asbury Automotive Group: U.S. franchise dealer group with ~150 stores and a strong F&I product (Total Care Auto). Directly comparable franchise model with similar revenue streams; differentiated by a more aggressive M&A roll-up approach.
• Penske Automotive Group: Premium-heavy global dealer group with strong BMW/Mercedes/Porsche exposure plus commercial truck retail. Same franchise model; comparable to Galpin on premium-vehicle positioning through its luxury pre-owned and Galpinized programs.
• Group 1 Automotive: Major U.S./U.K. automotive retailer with ~200 dealerships. Operates the same OEM franchise model across multiple brands, providing a directly comparable revenue mix of new vehicles, used, F&I, and parts/service.
• Sonic Automotive: Public dealer group with ~140 stores plus EchoPark stand-alone used-vehicle stores. Comparable to Galpin on franchise dealership model and F&I focus, but with an explicit used-vehicle growth strategy.
• Hendrick Automotive Group: Largest privately held U.S. dealer group (~140 franchises). Closely comparable to Galpin as a privately held multi-brand dealer group with strong regional concentration and high volume per rooftop.
• Holman Automotive: Privately held dealer group and fleet management company. Comparable to Galpin on private ownership and multi-brand franchise operations; differentiated by a large fleet management arm that parallels Galpin's Ford Pro commercial efforts.
• AutoNation: Largest U.S. auto retailer with ~300 dealerships across multiple brands and Sunbelt geographies. Operates the same franchise-dealer model at greater scale; comparable on revenue mix (new/used/F&I/service) but with brand and geographic diversification Galpin lacks.
• Lithia Motors: One of the largest U.S. dealer groups (Driveway digital channel + ~300 stores). Same franchise dealership model as Galpin but with a national footprint and omnichannel retail tech that Galpin's regional operation cannot match.

Regional players

• Ken Garff Automotive Group: Large privately held dealer group concentrated in the U.S. Mountain West. Same franchise dealership model with similar mix of new, used, F&I, and service revenue; comparable as a privately held, high-volume regional dealer.
• Bomnin Automotive Group: Large South Florida dealer group with multi-brand franchise operations and strong performance/used vehicle programs. Comparable regional multi-brand dealer model; operates in a different geography than Galpin but matches the high-volume-per-store profile.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Galpinford
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@galpinmotors
• Facebookfacebook.com/GalpinFord
• Instagraminstagram.com/galpinford

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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