SAN DIEGO -

Greg Miller is embarking on his own dealership journey.

Independent of the Larry H. Miller Group of Companies (LHM Group), Greg Miller announced the acquisition of his first dealership on Wednesday with the purchase of Bob Baker Toyota in San Diego. This dealership will be renamed Greg Miller Toyota and will be operated under his new enterprise, Greg Miller Automotive San Diego.

 “It has been a dream of mine for nearly 30 years to have my own dealership,” Greg Miller said. “When an associate at Toyota approached and encouraged me to pursue this opportunity, I realized this was a way to fulfill my dream and to continue to be a part of the community I love here in Utah.”

Miller will continue to be actively involved on the LHM Group board of directors and in serving as the Utah Jazz representative on the NBA Board of Governors. He will maintain his Salt Lake City residence and will continue to also serve in several religious and civic capacities, including on the board of the Utah Office of Tourism.

Miller has more than 30-years of experience in the automotive industry. He began his career by working as a lot attendant at his parents’ first store, Toyota of Murray. Over the years, he has held a variety of management roles within dealerships and the LHM Group.

“Greg’s new venture allows him to embrace his entrepreneurial side while remaining deeply committed to his LHM Group board position and the Utah community. He has our family’s full support as he pursues this opportunity,” said Gail Miller, owner of LHM Group.

Greg Miller elaborated more about what prompted this decision.

“I’m excited to begin this new venture in San Diego with Toyota, a brand I have decades of experience and familiarity with,” he said. “Seller Bob Baker is a pillar of the San Diego community and I’m pleased to continue to carry on Bob and my family’s traditions of doing business the right way and giving back in the community.”

Miller considers employees the foundation for a great customer experience, and with this acquisition, current employees will transition with the store.

“Greg’s reputation, his business style and his philanthropic nature convinced me that he was the right person to purchase my Toyota dealership,” Baker said. “I know my Toyota employees and customers will be well cared for, and I look forward to continuing my focus on community giving.”

The newly named Greg Miller Toyota is located at 6800 Federal Blvd. in Lemon Grove, Calif.