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Cox Mazda
Bradenton, FL
183 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 - 12:00 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 - 12:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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Verified Customer
November 07, 2025
Love working with them. They are always super helpful and explain everything. Everyone is patient. And they gave me a loaner fur the 2 days which I needed. They are always super helpful and explain everything. Everyone is patient. And they gave me a loaner fur the 2 days which I needed. More
by j_kleinhans
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Chelsea
November 07, 2025
Chelsea was outstanding. She understood what needed to be done and had a plan to repair our CX5. Her communication skills are excellent. She listens very well. Our repair was She understood what needed to be done and had a plan to repair our CX5. Her communication skills are excellent. She listens very well. Our repair was done ahead of time. Chelsea is an important asset to Cox Mazda. More
by MIKECALKA
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Chelsea Heath
November 06, 2025
Battery kept dying so I brought my vehicle in to test it. I was given a quote for $4000 worth of random stuff on a fairly new car and the real issue was just a dead battery. When I asked to pick up the car I I was given a quote for $4000 worth of random stuff on a fairly new car and the real issue was just a dead battery. When I asked to pick up the car I was told I could either pay $400 for a new battery or $270 for the diagnosis. Advanced auto will test you battery for free so why do I owe the place I bought my car from $270 for the same service? I could have gone to advanced auto and found the issue and fixed the issue for $200, yet here I was being held hostage. I will NEVER bring a car back to Mazda for service and I’ll take it to a local owned shop in the future. This place is robbery. More
by Taylor.legan2
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Brandon
November 05, 2025
Very pleased with Cox Mazda in Bradenton. I always receive Exceptional service from Chelsea Heath and the other employees. 5 Stars all the way... I always receive Exceptional service from Chelsea Heath and the other employees. 5 Stars all the way... More
by Sissy
