In a city where being asked “What school did you go to” actually means your high school rather than your college choice, it’s given that locally- owned businesses usually are more successful here in Louisville.  An automotive service facility owner by day and soccer enthusiast by night, John Grossman of Grossman Tuning LLC is a prime example of that hometown success.

In preparation of hosting their 5^th annual Audi Get To Gether (GTG) and show March 15^th, Louisville.com checked in with John to see what Grossman Tuning LLC is all about.

Describe your history with Louisville:

I was born and raised in Louisville. My Mother and father moved here after college from different parts of Kentucky and raised my two brothers and me in Crescent Hill & St. Matthews.

How did you get into working with cars?

I always enjoyed working with my hands, as a young child I would dismantle any and everything.  I eventually turned that into working on my bicycles and then the neighbor’s bikes.  Once I started driving it was only a matter of time before I started working on cars.

How would you describe what Grossman Tuning does or you consider your specialty?

Grossman Tuning LLC. is primarily an Import automotive service facility, servicing brakes, tune ups and pretty much anything else you may need for your car.  We specialize in German and Asian Imports but we don't turn away anyone.  We also do a full line of performance work from turbo charging, engine swaps, suspension upgrades, and much more. 

When did you first open for business and how has it grown? 

I have been in business for 10 years and have grown from a 2 bay shop in 1997 to a 10 + bay shop in 2003 and we hope to stay here for awhile longer, but we will continue to grow as the market demands.

You won the Leo Best Of Louisville in 2005.   What was the best part of getting that recognition? 

We have never advertised in the 10 years we have been in business.  We rely solely on word of mouth and the occasional write-up locally like Louisville.com, so it’s been great.  We just hope to continue to serve the Louisville community.

What does Grossman Tuning LLC have planned for the new year in terms of business plans or events? 

We are hosting our fifth annual VW Audi Get to Gether (GTG) and show March 15th from about 11am to 5pm.  Details and various forums can be found on www.louisvilleVW.org. 

Why do you think Louisville is a good city for a business like yours?

One of the nicest things about being in the automotive business is that people will always need car work done, all I have to do is be honest and treat people with respect and the work will always be there.  It doesn’t hurt that we are the biggest city in the state, and everyone seems to know someone that you know.

What’s your favorite thing about Louisville?

I feel like I know everyone, and everything around me.  The variety of people and places are amazing from Bardstown Rd and the Highlands to Frankfort Ave. and Crescent Hill.  I have found something neat in almost every part of this city.