Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
GP Motorcycles has been in business for over 20 years.
What is your primary product or service?
We are San Diego's only ALL-European Motorcycle dealership - Ducati, MV Agusta, Aprilia, KTM, Husqvarna, Moto Guzzi
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
In 1990, two avid motorcycle enthusiats rolled up the doors of GP Motorcycles for the first time. Their passion for the classic style and character of such marques as BSA, Triumph, Norton and Ducati, led to the opening GP Motorcycles, with the intent to fill a cultural void in downtown San Diego -- a "cool place" to hang out, eat, sleep, and breathe European motorcycles. It was this passion for motorcycles with "old world" style and characteristic exhaust notes that paved the way for what now seems a very natural transition to the sexy lines and throaty roar of the modern machines of Ducati, MV Agusta, Moto Guzzi, and Aprilia.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Over the past 20 years, GP Motorcycles has grown from a small, mostly-vintage bike shop to a thriving multi-brand dealership that has been named the top-selling dealer in the country for each of its franchises over the years. Even with the advent of all the modern machinery, the team at GP still exude a passion for the vintage & classic European bikes that brought the shop into existence. And, GP is still the coolest place to hang out in downtown San Diego.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
All products and services are offered from a single location. We have plans to expand our service department as well as our showroom over the next 10 years - both will nearly double in size.
Provide detailed directions to your location
We are located at 3617 India Street Ste. B, 1.5 miles north of Little Italy in San Diego. From 1-5 South, take the Sassafras Exit, and keep left. Left onto Sassafras, and an immediate left onto India St. We are located 4 blocks north on the right.
From I-5 North, take Washington St. exit. We are located 2 blocks north on the right. Parking available out front and on surface adjacent streets.
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, check, major credit cards.
Which areas do you service?
All San Diego County and SoCal.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
GP Motorcycles is an enthusiast and family-owned and operated shop that was opened with the intention to fill a void in San Diego's motorcycle scene.
What are your hours of operation?
Tuesday - Saturday
9-6
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
"Great guys, great service! Paul and the gang are great. From service to sales I'm very happy. I trust their judgment and I can trust them with my Ducati. They have always been fair, straight and honest." Tony I.
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