State of the art, one-stop shop for sales & service
10:32, 16 Jun 2026Updated 10:36, 16 Jun 2026
Philip Fahy, Managing Director of Fahy Construction, and Ken Grandon with plans for the €2 million development(Image: Cathal Noonan)
A well-known Cork car dealership is planning to mark their 50th anniversary in style – having secured planning permission for a €2m project in Glanmire.
Grandons Toyota Glanmire has begun a major expansion of its Sallybrook dealership. It’s the largest investment ever made by this family-owned business, founded in the mid-1970s.
Grandons say the redevelopment will “transform the Sallybrook facility into a modern, state-of-the-art automotive destination, bringing sales, service, parts and customer support together in an enhanced one-stop location designed around customer convenience and comfort”.
Construction work will be carried out by local firm Fahy Construction, which has been awarded the contract. Up to 40 tradespeople are expected to be employed on the project during the build phase, with completion targeted for December 2026.
There will be an expanded workshop with additional vehicle repair bays, an upgraded parts and service department, and redesigned sales consultation hubs.
When finished, Grandons expect to create at least 10 new full-time positions across sales, service, valeting and parts, bringing further employment opportunities to the local area.
The project also reflects the company’s long-term commitment to sustainability. As part of the redevelopment, Grandons will expand its solar energy infrastructure and continue to support Toyota’s environmental ambitions. The company is committed to achieving carbon neutrality across its value chain by 2040 while contributing to Toyota’s broader sustainability objectives.
Grandons currently employs 150 people across its three premises in the Glanmire area, making it one of Cork’s most established automotive employers.
Dealer Principal Ken Grandon said: “This investment is about preparing Grandons for the next 50 years. Our goal is to provide customers with an experience that is second to none, whether they are purchasing a vehicle, visiting our service department or seeking parts and support.”
“The new development will allow us to bring together the very latest Toyota retail concepts, a significantly enhanced customer service environment and a state-of-the-art workshop facility.
“Sustainability remains a key focus for us. The expansion will include additional renewable energy infrastructure, helping us reduce our environmental impact and support our long-term carbon reduction goals. We look forward to welcoming customers to our new Sallybrook dealership when the project is completed in December 2026.”