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Geigercars.de
Geigercars.de

Our History

From a small family garage in 1980 to the Home of US-Cars: discover the milestones of our story spanning more than four decades.

  1. 1980

    • Founded by Karl Geiger, selling and servicing the VW Beetle, Renault R4 and Citroën 2CV.
    • Yellow Citroën 2CV with Geiger lettering and exposed engine on a trade-show stand in the 1980s
    • Moves to Trudering and expands into Italian makes and sports cars.

  2. 1983

    • Moves to larger premises, now without a business partner.

  3. 1984

    • Buys and assembles a Chevrolet Corvette: the focus shifts to US vehicles.
    • Geiger widebody Corvette C4 convertible outside the former workshop
    • Demand for US vehicles and parts grows noticeably.

  4. 1986

    • A yellow Corvette sells successfully and the customer base grows.
    • Custom tuning options such as wider wheels and chrome air filters.
    • Headcount grows to 25 specialists, drawing attention across Europe.

  5. 1990

    • Portfolio expands to include a body shop and a dedicated tuning and development department.
    • Showcases standout cars such as the 550 hp Corvette ZR1.

  6. 1991

    • Unveils the GMC Typhoon, the fastest SUV of its time.
    • Annual import volume grows to 150 vehicles.

  7. 1993

    • Complete showroom renovation for more display space.
    • Service agreements with GM for Chevrolet, Cadillac and Hummer.
    • Tuning packages for the new Corvette and Mustang generations.
    • Recognition in automotive magazines across Europe.

  8. 2004

    • Sales and workshop/tuning become separate divisions.

  9. 2005

    • ISO certification underscores the company's high standards.
    • TÜV Süd seal: GeigerCars ISO 9001 certification
    • Portfolio expands to include stretch-limousine rental.

  10. 2006

    • Major success with the "Hummer World Run" event.
    • Tuning a Ford GT to 711 hp causes a stir.
    • Engine bay of the Ford GT with Whipple supercharger
    • Recognized as Europe's most successful Hummer dealer.

  11. 2009

    • Weathers the US auto industry crisis by adapting to the market.
    • An optimistic outlook, built on quality and customer relationships.

  12. 2010

    • Buys the site on Zamdorferstraße and builds a modern company headquarters.
    • GeigerCars headquarters on Zamdorfer Straße in Munich
    • Modernization with state-of-the-art lifts and a dyno.
    • Sustainable building design with combined heat and power and LED lighting.
    • Major improvements to customer experience and service.

  13. Today

    • Significant growth in sales, especially of new vehicles.
    • Awards for tuning projects and reader's-choice trophies.
    • Corvette C8 anniversary edition in front of the Munich Residenz
    • Diversifies through spectacular builds and US imports.
    • Corvette Z06 at the Jochpass Memorial hill climb
    • Future-proofed through innovation, quality and a strong team.