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Ernest Garcia
Founder at
DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.
Net worth: 6 197 M $ as of 31/05/2026
Profile
Ernest C.
Garcia founded DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. in 1992, where he is working as Executive Chairman from 2006.
Mr. Garcia also currently works at Verde Investments, Inc., as President & Director from 1992 and Bridgecrest Acceptance Corp., as Shareholder from 1992.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Carvana Co.
 Carvana Co. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Sells used cars through an online platform 51.2% | 10/03/2026 | 42,442,317 ( 51.2% ) | 3 098 M $ | 31/05/2026 |
Carvana Group LLC
 Carvana Group LLC Specialty StoresRetail Trade Engaged in sells of used cars 24.85% | 29/04/2026 | 42,442,317 ( 24.85% ) | 3 098 M $ | 31/05/2026 |
Ernest Garcia active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.
 DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Sells used cars | Founder | 01/01/1992 |
Verde Investments, Inc.
 Verde Investments, Inc. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Provides investment services | President | 01/01/1992 |
Bridgecrest Acceptance Corp.
 Bridgecrest Acceptance Corp. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Sells and finances used cars to the subprime market | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
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Private companies
Connections
12
1st degree connections
3
1st degree companies
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Members of the board
Executives
Linked companies
| Private companies | 3 |
|---|---|
DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc.
DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Sells used cars | Retail Trade |
Bridgecrest Acceptance Corp.
Bridgecrest Acceptance Corp. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Sells and finances used cars to the subprime market | Retail Trade |
Verde Investments, Inc.
Verde Investments, Inc. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Provides investment services | Finance |
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