Welcome to Grace Auto Sales
To advance a world where mobility is a bridge to personal freedom, ensuring every individual has the agency to master their own journey.
What we believe
Three beliefs behind everything we do.
Freedom is a fundamental need
In the modern world, transportation is the ultimate expression of freedom. For too long the auto industry has thrived in the shadows of dependency and doubt. We are here to break that cycle by providing mobility you can trust and a partnership you can lean on.
We open relationships, not deals
Knowledge is the fuel for independence. We serve Richmond and beyond by rejecting short-term thinking and choosing long-term trust. We do not just clear codes or move units, we open minds, choosing radical transparency and integrity over the easy profit.
Everyone is meant to grow
We play the infinite game. We do not measure our success by the cars we move, but by the people we grow. Whether you are behind the wheel or behind the desk, you will leave Grace Auto Sales stronger, more capable, and more independent than you arrived.
5
Google rated
2016
Family-owned since
OEM
Specialists for Toyota & Honda
2
Languages, one standard
The promise in practice
Beliefs are cheap. Here's the proof.
Every belief above shows up somewhere in how we run the dealership. These are the specific behaviors that back the promise.
We reject before we accept
No title issues. No flood damage. No major accidents. No deployed airbags. No prior tows. No rust belt vehicles. Every car on our lot cleared that bar before it reached our lot.
We poll VIN prices hourly
Every used vehicle we sell is priced against thousands of real-time market prices, hourly. Even if the market drops and we take a loss on the deal, our price drops with it. Fair is fair, and we do not play pricing games.
A partnership you can lean on
ITIN, matrícula consular, bank statements, cash income, and new-or-no credit are all welcome. Our bilingual finance manager works with lenders who accept the paperwork the rest of the industry turns away, because your paperwork should not decide your future.
Scouts for your journey: Honda and Toyota
We specialize in Honda and Toyota because these are the cars that go 200,000-plus miles and keep going. When you are investing in your family's freedom, you deserve a vehicle that keeps carrying you forward.
Family-run, women-owned since 2016
Grace Auto Sales is not building a business to sell. We are building an institution to leave behind, one where Richmond families can trust the dealership their kids grew up going to.
Meet the team
You build relationships with people, not brands.
These are the people who will greet you at the door, walk you through the paperwork, and hand you the keys. Bilingual, patient, and genuinely happy you came in.
Darren
Sales Manager
Henry
SalesHenry
Sales
Henry wants you to know something before you walk through the door: you do not need to be a car expert to feel comfortable here. Bring every question you have. He enjoys explaining things in everyday language and giving you room to make a decision without feeling pushed.For about two years, he has helped customers find cars that fit their lives and budgets. His favorite part is seeing someone leave happy, knowing a big decision felt a little easier because he was there to help. He also speaks Portuguese, helping more families feel at home throughout the process.Cars are part of his life off the clock, too. He loves learning about them and creating social media content, alongside spending time with friends and family. His dream ride is a BMW M4 CS, with the looks and performance to make him smile and the practicality to enjoy it every day. Ask him about it when you stop by.
Safi
SalesSafi
Sales
Safi still remembers the phone call that changed his life. He was new to the U.S. and looking for work when Lori introduced him to Grace Auto. Nearly three years later, he is proud to be part of the team and grateful that someone believed in him. He brings that same sense of possibility to helping customers find their next car.His favorite moment is the smile in the pickup photo, when a customer realizes they have transportation of their own. Safi listens, knows his inventory and speaks multiple languages, helping families feel understood as they explore their options. He wants you to feel comfortable taking your time, asking questions and reaching out even after the sale.Most of his free time revolves around making memories with his child, whether they are playing together or exploring somewhere new. He also plays soccer and follows cricket, basketball and tennis. Ask him about his dream car and today’s answer is a Tesla Model S, though being surrounded by cars makes choosing just one difficult!
Jovany
SalesJovany
Sales
Jovany remembers the nerves of buying his first car. That is why his favorite words to hear from a customer are, ‘This is the one.’ He knows the relief of finding something that fits your life, and he wants you to feel that same confidence when you leave.A friend encouraged him to move from the food industry into car sales, giving his love of connecting with people a new home. Jovany listens, speaks two languages and welcomes every question, especially the ones you might feel nervous asking. As he puts it, ‘There are no wrong questions.’ He is happy to explore the lot with you until you find the right fit.Away from work, you might find him playing pickleball with friends, browsing a flea market or walking around the city. Winter brings snowboarding back in his hometown, and some evenings find him DJing at a nightclub. His dream car is a 2002 Nissan Silvia S15, an obsession that started with Fast and Furious.
John
SalesJohn
Sales
John believes a new car should feel like the beginning of something good. After years in corporate marketing, he moved to Richmond and gave car sales a try. His friends in the business always seemed to be having more fun, and he soon discovered how much he enjoys hearing what a new vehicle will make possible for someone.He knows you work hard for a major purchase. His approach is to respect that effort: have the car ready, answer your questions directly and keep the paperwork moving. He wants the experience to feel exciting and straightforward, and hopes you leave feeling you have made a friend whether you buy that day or not.Outside work, John has played guitar and bass for 18 years. He enjoys lifting, poker and Magic: The Gathering with friends, while he and his wife love traveling, cooking and organizing karaoke nights. His dream garage would include an ’80s Toyota Hilux and a ’90s Mazda Miata. There is plenty to talk about before you even get to the test drive.
Meet our service team
Get to know the people behind Grace Auto Repair, from our technicians and advisors to our store manager, detail and merchandising team.
Austin
Store ManagerAustin
Store Manager
Austin knows what it feels like to be stranded on the side of the road and how quickly car trouble can turn your day upside down. He has been there himself, more than once. That experience stays with him when a customer arrives frustrated, worried or simply ready to get back on the road.He has been in the car business since 2001, with a particular soft spot for Hondas and Toyotas. After all those years, he says he knows how they are supposed to sound, feel, drive and even smell! What he enjoys most, though, is helping an anxious customer breathe a little easier and feel comfortable with the repair process.Away from the shop, Austin is an avid camper who loves offroading and discovering new natural places. Getting out and exploring is a big part of his own life, so he understands how much it means to have a car you can count on for wherever you are headed next.
Saphia
AdvisorSaphia
Advisor
Saphia’s automotive career began with something simple: remembering people. Before she knew much about cars, a manager noticed that she remembered his name, his usual order and exactly how he liked it. He saw a gift for making people feel cared for and invited her to join his automotive team. About nine years later, that same attention to people is still at the heart of her work.With experience in parts, engines and transmissions, sales, management and service advising, Saphia enjoys bringing the pieces together when a repair feels overwhelming. She listens, explains what is happening and helps customers and technicians stay connected. She holds certificates in Business and Customer Service and keeps learning from the people, books and hands on experiences around her.Outside the shop, she loves hiking, cooking and trying new things. Then there’s Bear, her three legged dog, who has no idea anything is missing and never lets it slow him down. Helping someone feel less stressed and more understood is what makes a good day for Saphia.
Oswaldo
TechnicianOswaldo
Technician
For Oswaldo, working on cars began as a family story. Growing up around a repair shop sparked an interest that became a career, followed by technical training and 25 years of automotive experience. He brings that lifetime of curiosity to every vehicle he works on, especially the Japanese cars he particularly enjoys.Finding the cause of a problem is one of his favorite parts of the job. Oswaldo takes pride in careful diagnostics and getting a repair right because he knows there is a person counting on that car. Helping someone get back on the road with one less worry is what makes the work meaningful to him.Away from the shop, he enjoys time with his son, playing soccer, listening to music and being outdoors. Those everyday moments are important to him, and he enjoys helping customers get back to the people and places that matter in their own lives.
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8701 W Broad St
Richmond, VA 23294
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Grace Auto Sales
Street address:
8701 W Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23294
Phone:
(804) 348-0280
| Day | Sales Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |