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Ed Martin Ford

Anderson, IN

5.0
151 Reviews
The Ed Martin Automotive group was founded in 1955 by Ed Martin Sr. Ed began life as the first child born in the Indiana University Coleman hospital in Indianapolis, IN. His entrance into this world shows that his life was destined to be anything but typical. Ed graduated from Manual High School as a football star and continued his football career at Butler University in Indianapolis. Ed's parents, Clarence and Nelly Martin were both attorneys; his mother was the first woman to pass the bar in Allen County, Indiana; his father was a Supreme Court Justice for the State of Indiana. In 1946, in Indianapolis, Ed, at the tender age of sixteen, purchased his first automobile with money he earned from delivering groceries and selling ice in his neighborhood. He sold his first car from his parent's front yard. His parents, being both professional and very proud people did not allow Ed to continue selling cars from their front yard. Ed approached the neighborhood "filling" station owner and negotiated a deal to sell his cars from the station. As sales grew, it became apparent he had to open his own used car lot, from which he continued selling and wholesaling used cars. In 1955, Ed Martin purchased his first new car dealership, an Oldsmobile dealership in Shelbyville, Indiana. In 1960 in Indianapolis, Ed Martin became the youngest Ford Automotive dealer in the entire United States. Over the following years, the Ed Martin Automotive Group has evolved into one of the top privately owned corporations in Indianapolis and top eighty corporations in Indiana.
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2903 S Scatterfield Rd

Anderson, IN

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October 15, 2024

Great sales experience. Kim was able to get the vehicle that I wanted at the price I needed More

by jcperrin42
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Oct 15, 2024 -

Ed Martin Ford responded

Thank you so much! We truly appreciate your business and review of our dealership.

October 12, 2024

Kim was very patient and understanding. She understood what I was trying to accomplish, and my wants and needs. I highly recommend her and the dealership! More

by silashogue8
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Other Employees : Kim Summers was awesome!
Oct 12, 2024 -

Ed Martin Ford responded

Thank you for your feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that Kim was patient and understanding while helping you. We appreciate your recommendation and your business!

October 12, 2024

This is my third vehicle purchase from Kim Summers. Everything is great! We keep coming back. We have several people try to sell us cars. We trust Kim. That is what brings us back! More

by tmojo2011
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Oct 12, 2024 -

Ed Martin Ford responded

Thank you for your continued business! We’re thrilled to hear that Kim has consistently provided you with great service. Your trust means a lot to us, and we look forward to assisting you with your next vehicle purchase!

April 10, 2024

I had absolutely the best experience I have ever had buying a car from this dealership. The sales rep, Connor, was top-notch and responsive. The sales manager, Shawn Salinas, was outstanding. My situati More

by matt bloom
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Apr 11, 2024 -

Ed Martin Ford responded

Thank you so much, Matt! We appreciate your business and are happy to have you as part of our automotive family. If you ever need assistance or have questions, please don't hesitate to reach out. Enjoy your new Ram truck!

January 16, 2024

The staff couldn’t have been more helpful on a weekend trip to check out cars. We’re happy we went with Ed Martin Ford for our purchase and will consider them for our next vehicle purchase. More

by iutennis09
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Jan 16, 2024 -

Ed Martin Ford responded

Thank you for choosing us for your recent vehicle purchase! We're thrilled to have been a part of your car-buying journey and are glad that you found a vehicle that suits your needs and preferences.

March 26, 2023

They got back with me quickly even though they couldn't do anything for me, and we're friendly. More

by russellmail50
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Mar 27, 2023 -

Ed Martin Ford responded

Thank you, Russell! We hope to have the opportunity to work with you again!

January 25, 2023

This is the second new Ford we purchased with Wayne Alspaugh assisting us. Our experience in both cases was overwhelmingly positive. Wayne went the extra mile to get the answer to any and all questions More

by Pdmeeker
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Wayne Alspaugh
December 22, 2022

I worked with Keith Collins on trading in and securing a new leased vehicle. He always make the experience stress free and really easy. More

by lesb53
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Keith Collins
December 02, 2022

Excellent experience. Keith Collins handled our car buying experience smoothly. Highly recommend paying Keith a visit More

by lyndudley9853
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October 31, 2022

Wayne Alspaugh was my salesman who was very helpful and patient with me throughout my buying process. Wayne knows the product knowledge of the 2022 Ford Maverick which I purchased and I drove off the lot v More

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