Friendly Kia Gives Back
2020 Kia Telluride
When John Gilliss “Mr. Friendly” opened his Kia dealership in 1998, he had a plan to make his company
different from the others. Since everyone else sold and serviced cars, he decided he could make his company
stand out from the rest with community involvement. Since then, KiaFest Main Street Blast in New Port
Richey has helped to reinvigorate the town’s Main Street. Next, he purchased a trolley that could be used by charities
for their fundraisers. He later founded the sponsorships for two more signature New Port Richey events, the Festival
of Trees benefitting Good Samaritan Clinic and the Veteran’s Day Parade Freedom Festival benefitting the Veterans
Alternative of Holiday. Every year he adds on to his accomplishments with more donations and personal involvements.
Yes, John is a different kind of car dealer. He wants you to have his personal cell phone number, (727) 641-3930. Do
you know any other car dealer who will give you their personal number? Probably not. John will answer his phone
whenever you call. After 20 years, friendly Kia is recognized as the #3 volume Kia dealership in the USA and the
Kia Global Top dealer based on volume sales and outstanding ranking in sales and service customer satisfaction.
John Gilliss friendly KIA President
5819 U.S. Hwy 19 New Port Richey
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