
For generations, Von Housen Automotive Group has been dedicated to supporting economic development initiatives across our region through the commitment of our time, talent and investments. We are proud to work alongside this community’s amazing leaders and the Greater Sacramento Economic Council to act as catalysts for innovative and positive growth in our six-county region.
George Grinzewitsch, Jr. is the owner and CEO of Von Housen Automotive Group which operates Mercedes-Benz of Sacramento, Rocklin and El Dorado Hills. The group also owns Mercedes-Benz Sprinter dealerships in both Rocklin and Sacramento.
For more than 60 years, Von Housen Automotive Group has delivered high-end luxury vehicles to discerning clients throughout the greater Sacramento area, and is the place more people trust for quality, service, and a large selection of Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Von Housen Automotive Group was founded in 1958 and has continued to grow in to one of Sacramento’s largest privately-held and family-owned brands. With annual sales exceeding $301,000,000, 335 employees locally and more than 4,000 in vehicle sales annually, Von Housen is also ranked by the Sacramento Business Journal as one of the Top Private Companies and Fastest-Growing Companies in the region. Recently, Mercedes-Benz of Sacramento was honored with the distinguished “Best of the Best” Dealer Award for 2017, Mercedes-Benz of Rocklin received the Golden Laurel “Best of the Best Award” for 2018 and Mercedes-Benz of El Dorado Hills received the Silver Laurel “Best of the Best Award” for 2018 by Mercedes-Benz of North America.
Under George’s leadership, the team is at the forefront of supporting economic development, community, philanthropic and non-profit initiatives across Northern California. In addition to many local and corporate leadership roles, George served as the Dealer Council Chairman for the Mercedes-Benz Dealer Board for two terms. George is the father of Catherine (22) and son George Grinzewitsch III (24), both of whom work in the business.
“We are a Golden Rule company dedicating ourselves to world-class customer service in an environment of trust, dignity, and fun.” – George Grinzewitsch, CEO and Owner, Von Housen Automotive Group