OUR STAFF
On the Car Finder side, Stewart and Paul's background in risk management and financial services has allowed them experience in evaluating how best to help clients win financially. Their experience understanding condition reports, market analysis and years running the repair shop, have guided them in knowing how to navigate the sea of options and information available to save time and money selecting high condition vehicles.
On the service side, Larry Grube manages the Service Center and he is a Master ASE Certified Tech with over 27 years of automotive repair experience. Experience matters in this field of work and Larry is the best! Come by and talk to us about any issues you're having with your vehicle and we'll give you an honest, straightforward assessment of what you need and the most economical way to keep your vehicle on the road.
Stewart Hudspeth
Owner
Phone: 864.655.4720
E-Mail: stewart@the-cia.com
Larry Grube
Service Center Manager
Phone: 864-655-4730
E-Mail: Larry.Grube@The-CIA.com
Larry is an ASE Certified Master Technician, and has been in the business for 29 years. Prior to joining The-CIA team, Larry serviced fighter jets in the marines and managed other auto service centers. Outside of running our Service Center, Larry may be found on the track racing on the weekends. When it comes to caring for your vehicle, expertise matters. Having a Master ASE Technician with the years of experience Larry does, makes a difference when it comes to properly diagnosing and repairing your vehicles.
All of the repairs done at The-CIA Service Center will include a 12 month/ 12,000 mile warranty.
Misty Jones
Office Manager
Phone: 864.655.4720
E-Mail: misty.jones@the-cia.com
After growing up in the area, Misty knows many of the faces we see each week. When not managing parts orders, scheduling customer appointments or finalizing vehicle purchase paperwork, she can be found outside enjoying her garden!
Paul Chicky
Operations
Phone: 864.655.4720
E-Mail: paul.chicky@the-cia.com
Paul founded Carolina Internet Autos back in 2013 to address the problems he saw in the auto sales process. His background in auto finance combined with his curiosity of cars all his life, led to The-CIA being formed to serve companies and customers in the Upstate. Being the RV, camping, motorcycle enthusiast he is, Paul enjoys time outside and on the road when not helping Operations at The-CIA.
Andrea Hudspeth
Admin
Phone: 864.655.4720
E-Mail: andrea@the-cia.com
Growing up just outside of Detroit, Andrea was raised in an auto enthusiast family. After a career with Project Hope Foundation, she now helps with our Car Finder process for both Custom Orders and Lot Inventory management along with other administrative aspects of the sales process. Please feel free to reach out and connect with her for your next vehicle!
