50 Years of Earl Stewart Toyota
NANCY AND EARL STEWART – PHOTO COURTESY OF DAVID WISHTISCHIN / FLORIDA WEEKLY
In 1975, Earl Stewart made a bold decision to acquire a small Toyota dealership in Lake Park. At the time, foreign cars were far from mainstream.
Fifty years later, that decision has become the foundation of one of South Florida’s most respected and trusted Toyota dealerships.
Earl Stewart grew up in the automobile business, inspired by his father’s dealership, Stewart Pontiac, which opened in 1937.
Although he began his career as an electrical engineer, his passion for innovation and forward thinking led him back to the automotive world.
His scientific background shaped his approach—always questioning convention and seeking better ways to serve customers.
Over the decades, he introduced groundbreaking practices that set Earl Stewart Toyota apart, including eliminating dealer fees, implementing a one-price selling philosophy, his renowned Earl Stewart Code, and installing the dealership’s iconic Red Phones, which allow customers to contact him directly.
These decisions reflected his unwavering belief in honesty, transparency, and accountability.
While the automotive industry has transformed dramatically, Earl Stewart’s core philosophy has never changed: treat customers with courtesy, honesty, and respect. This commitment has earned the loyalty of generations of customers and helped build a dealership known for integrity.
