Brad Tibbs, the owner of Good Life Motors, has built his business from the ground up, transforming a car-flipping hobby into one of Idaho’s premier pre-owned car dealerships. His journey into the automotive world began in 2006 when he initially planned on going into ministry. However, a pivot into business led him to discover that he could make a significant impact through his work. What started as a small operation of buying and selling cars in Boise quickly evolved into something much bigger. Brad would purchase five affordable cars for $1,000 each, sell them the same week, and head back to the auction to repeat the process. Craigslist played a big role in the early days, with Brad selling many cars online before the 2008 economic collapse shifted the car market in his favor.
During this challenging time, Brad thrived by offering budget-friendly vehicles that people could afford during tough economic conditions. As dealerships struggled, Brad’s business was booming. He had a knack for meeting the demand for reliable, low-cost cars, and it only took seven years to fill his Fairview, Idaho location with inventory and max out the space. As his business grew, Brad expanded into a larger location in 2013 with room for more cars and a service shop, transitioning into a full-service used car dealership.
In 2020, Brad moved Good Life Motors to its current location in Nampa, Idaho, on a 2-acre lot that once housed Paul’s Market, a beloved family-owned grocery chain. Today, the dealership boasts one of the largest showrooms in the state, with a 22,000-square-foot facility, complete with a 6,000-square-foot service shop and a 4,000-square-foot detail bay.
At the heart of Brad’s mission for Good Life Motors is a commitment to excellence and meaningful interactions. He strives to ensure the dealership isn’t just transactional but rather a place where customers feel valued and cared for. He's passionate about creating value in the marketplace by offering quality cars that have been meticulously serviced and detailed, ensuring every customer has a memorable experience and a trustworthy vehicle they can depend on.
For Brad, growth is the most exciting part of running Good Life Motors. Not just growth in himself as a leader, but also in his team members, and the company in general. By focusing on continuous improvement, it has kept the dealership thriving. Beyond business, Brad is deeply committed to his family. He is married and has three children: Carley, who lives in Phoenix; Jonah, who works part-time at Good Life Motors; and Jade, who is entering 2nd grade. As a family, they love to travel and spent five summers in Ecuador from 2015 to 2019, working with Brad’s brother, who ran a mission there.
Brad's long-term vision for Good Life Motors is to continue growing the business while making a positive impact on the community. His goal for the dealership is to reach milestones that will enable them to give back and help transform the lives of others in need. At Good Life Motors, it's all about creating a win-win for customers, employees, and the local community.