About GINA & Frank fuzy

Frank and his wife and co-owner, Gina Fuzy, haven’t always been retailing vehicles to faraway places. Their careers in the automotive business began on the wholesale side. Gina said, “We wholesaled for 19 years at Manheim Auto Auctions. We would run about 25 cars a week and then just stopped cold-turkey.”

“I was noticing buyers buying our cars and putting them on eBay, coming back the next week and buying [more],” she said. After a fellow wholesaler suggested they put their own cars on eBay, they decided to post their first car on eBay Motors in 2002, which sold immediately to a customer over 7,000 miles away.

Gina said, “It sold to a customer in Tokyo, Japan, and Frank said, ‘We’ll try this again,’ so we put five more on and they all sold. It just happened very suddenly. The more we put on, they would sell, so it just happened that we switched 100 percent to eBay Motors.” Running two businesses (a wholesale operation and a retail dealership that catered to customers worldwide) was “way too time-consuming.”

Many dealers think retailing across state lines is a headache, so retailing overseas (with even more rules and regulations) might be considered a migraine. However, to the Fuzys it’s just another part of their business. Frank said, “We have to match the department of revenue. We have to match sales tax of every state and country, so we’re up-to-date with our association and the regulations. We learned to export. We’ve shipped cars to … every country in the world just about, and yes, you need to know the rules, the regulations, and the paperwork.”

Frank and Gina Fuzy, owners of Century Motors of South Florida

Accolades Galore: From Top eBay Seller to Repeat Award-Winning Dealership

In Florida, heated seats aren't typically a sought-after feature in cars. However, at Century Motors in Pompano Beach, Fla., Dealer Frank Fuzy acknowledges that in South Florida's warm climate, it's challenging to discern the warmth of a heated seat. Despite this, Frank invests in vehicles with heated seats because his customer base extends beyond Florida due to the global reach of eBay Motors. He recognizes that heated seats are essential for customers from colder regions like Alaska and Greenland, similar to how air conditioners are crucial for Floridians. Consequently, Frank ensures that heated seats function properly by incorporating checks into pre-sale inspections.

Frank and his wife, Gina Fuzy, transitioned from wholesaling to retailing vehicles. They began their automotive careers in wholesale, operating at Manheim Auto Auctions for 19 years before shifting to retail. Their venture into retailing on eBay Motors started in 2002 when they noticed their wholesale cars being resold on eBay. Encouraged by the success of their first sale to a customer in Tokyo, Japan, they gradually shifted entirely to eBay Motors due to its profitability compared to wholesaling.

The Heat is On at Century Motors of South Florida

Frank meticulously selects inventory, focusing on low-mileage vehicles with visual appeal and mechanical integrity. The dealership caters to a diverse clientele, offering vehicles ranging from affordable options to higher-end models. Their inventory strategy mirrors fishing tactics, ensuring they have options that appeal to various customer preferences.

Expanding beyond eBay Motors, the Fuzys have found success on AutoTrader.com, leveraging its platform to reach buyers who prefer in-person inspections. Their exceptional service and diverse inventory continue to drive sales, demonstrating their adaptability and dedication to customer satisfaction.

In-person or online, you are sure to see the Century Motors difference!

We've sold 1,000s of vehicles all over the US!