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Cox Mazda
Bradenton, FL
114 Reviews
The Cox family according to family lore has been in the automobile business since the early 1900’s. During the teens and twenties they operated a Ford franchise in Ocilla, Georgia. During the boom years of the Roaring Twenties they moved to Avon Park, Florida where they operated a Dodge dealership. Cox Chevrolet, Inc. has a long and interesting history.Our dealership began in 1926 as two separate dealerships; one was located in Ocilla, Georgia and run by Mr. J.P. Cox, the other dealership was in Tifton, Georgia run by Mr. J.O. Cox, Sr. In 1932 both dealerships were sold and the father and son joined together to form one dealership in Bradenton, Florida. At that time, Mr. J.P. Cox was the dealer.In 1938 Mr. J.P. Cox passes away and his son, Mr. J.O. Cox, Sr. became the dealer. When Mr. J.O. Cox, Jr. returned from military service in 1945, he became the dealer.
Cox Mazda has continued to grow over the years, and in 1978, the existing facility on Cortez Road was opened to meet the company’s and customer’s expanding needs. Despite growth and expansion, one piece has remained constant: the Cox family name. J.O. Cox Jr.’s sons Steve Cox and Gary R. Cox took over operations around 1986, but the reins have since been handed down to their children, the 5th generation in the business. Kelly Cox has become the general manager of Cox Mazda, with Kyle Cox, Jen Cox-Lipsey, and Jay Cox running the Cox dealerships as partial owners. Kris Cox serves as President and CEO and Tammy Cox-Leavell as Vice President and CFO. Of course, Steve and Gary Cox haven’t yet made their exits at the company and continue to assist wherever needed.
The Cox family has been serving the Bradenton area since the 1920s and has been in the car business for even longer. Our total commitment to the customer has helped Cox Auto to stay strong for five generations. Our goal is to help you find the right vehicle at the right price without any pressure, gimmicks, hassles, or tricks. Work with our friendly sales staff, and we’ll find you a new Mazda car or pre-owned automobile you’re going to love.
Visit Cox Mazda seven days a week at 3101 Cortez Road in Bradenton, FL to take a test drive and find the right vehicle for you. No matter what type of vehicle you need or want, you are likely to find it at Cox Mazda. We are ready to work with you until you are completely and totally satisfied.
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Sales/Showroom
Monday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Monday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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Monday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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April 20, 2018
Oil change and tire rotation. Service took bit over 1 1/2 hours. Longer than usual. We're several drop in emergencies. Service personnel were polite and reviewed usual service done Service took bit over 1 1/2 hours. Longer than usual. We're several drop in emergencies. Service personnel were polite and reviewed usual service done according to my service history. Did suggest a new filter. More
by joansnydermb
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Tyler C.
April 20, 2018
Customer friendly, service precision Excellent service experience by the service staff. Service delivered on time and service was precise. Friendly atmosphere at the dealership Car was w Excellent service experience by the service staff. Service delivered on time and service was precise. Friendly atmosphere at the dealership Car was washed - a bonus.. Enjoyable experience. More
by sherrmc
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Joe Service Manager
April 20, 2018
Fast, friendly service I purchased my 2016 MX5 from a low pressure, knowledgeable salesman. I have since then brought my Miata to the Cox Mazda dealership for scheduled s I purchased my 2016 MX5 from a low pressure, knowledgeable salesman. I have since then brought my Miata to the Cox Mazda dealership for scheduled service. I found the service to be fast, and done right the first time. More
by Kewluke
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Carl “Mr. Mazda” Carpenter
April 19, 2018
Good customer service from Michael Johnston I enjoyed working with Michael. He is a good listener, matter-of-fact communicator and he helped me make the right decision about the right car for me I enjoyed working with Michael. He is a good listener, matter-of-fact communicator and he helped me make the right decision about the right car for me. He helped me get the options and deal that I wanted. I was impressed with the showroom and customer service overall. Thanks, Cox Mazda! More
by Preston Whaley Jr.
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Michael Johnston
April 17, 2018
Amazing. I just traded in my 12 year old Mazda 3 for a 2017 Mazda CX-5 and I have nothing but praises for Cox Mazda. They were professional, friendly and reall I just traded in my 12 year old Mazda 3 for a 2017 Mazda CX-5 and I have nothing but praises for Cox Mazda. They were professional, friendly and really helpful. This is my first big purchase and they helped me through the whole thing, from finding a car to financing. I would recommend them to anyone and everyone. Big shout out to David and Jay who really helped! Thank you!!!’ More
by seret.lyn
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David Stubbers, Jay Trager
April 17, 2018
David was very helpful. Enjoyed working with him. Very infor My experience with the sales staff and other employees was great. They were very understanding of my situation. They were not pushy. They were informa My experience with the sales staff and other employees was great. They were very understanding of my situation. They were not pushy. They were informative & left me to make the decision. Thanks to all. More
by Debra1357
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David Stubbers, Jay Trager
April 16, 2018
Brand New Car This was a great buying experience from start to finish. I got the car that I want for the price I needed. I enjoyed working with Jesse. He was help This was a great buying experience from start to finish. I got the car that I want for the price I needed. I enjoyed working with Jesse. He was helpful and honest throughout the whole process. I will definitely get my next car from Mazda again. The car was worth every penny! More
by Jessica199
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Jesse Edwards, Jay Trager
April 15, 2018
Great service Service man very pleasant, in and out in no time! Found car clean no mess left. Ask them not to move my seat as I recently had back surgery and they d Service man very pleasant, in and out in no time! Found car clean no mess left. Ask them not to move my seat as I recently had back surgery and they didn't. Thank you! More
by dbohne64
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Mr Weaver the service man
April 14, 2018
Negotiation Via Text! Carl is simply the best!!!! My husband and Carl negotiated the lease through text. Carl then took part of his day off to close the deal! Jay was also Carl is simply the best!!!! My husband and Carl negotiated the lease through text. Carl then took part of his day off to close the deal! Jay was also fantastic! The entire experience was top notch! More
by Zam
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Carl “Mr. Mazda” Carpenter, Jay Trager
April 13, 2018
Service of Mazda Cx 7 Nick was very friendly and accommodating.. Provided a rental car while my car was having repairs.!Great service advisor to do business with.Would work Nick was very friendly and accommodating.. Provided a rental car while my car was having repairs.!Great service advisor to do business with.Would work with him again More
by karenkay8307
