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When Dreams Become Reality - The Story of Nissan City

Michael Ianelli

Finally...after a lengthy 30-year, award winning and successful career as an Automotive General Manager and Dealer Group Vice President, Michael Ianelli has opened his own Nissan Dealership Franchise right here in Port Chester, a dream years in the making. Michael is personally familiar with the Port Chester area, since another of his dealerships is located nearby in Mamaroneck.

A winning team

Michael, together with his business partner and entrepreneur Jeffrey Weiner opened Nissan City in Port Chester in mid-2021 – right in the middle of the Covid-19 Pandemic. The timing was not perfect. Covid-19 was all over the country and businesses were closed.  The business climate was not in their favor. And yet here they are today, going strong and servicing not only the local community but the greater Westchester/Fairfield/Metro NY area.

It's all about family

Nissan City is Family owned and operated - Michael Ianelli III Used Car Director, Joe Ianelli Sales Manager and Isaac Weiner Vice President. There are various nieces and nephews that are also members of the Nissan City Team. There is always a family member working at Nissan City!

A new way of doing business

From the start, the partners decided that Nissan City’s culture would be centered on a strong customer approach based upon three main business principles that are often overlooked or ignored in the Automotive industry.

Transparency - Nissan City vows to run our operation with complete transparency in every Department – Sales, Service and Parts. Our team will demonstrate complete openness in our pricing, terms and our processes.

Efficiency - Your time is valuable and so is ours, at Nissan City we’ve made investments in People, Processes and Technology to achieve maximum productivity and minimize wasted time, effort and expense. We aim to make your vehicle buying experience pleasurable and comfortable - every time!

Respect - At Nissan City, we set a standard of respect amongst our Customers, Community and Employees. Michael has handpicked all Senior Management and every Staff member. Everyone has had extensive training in how we expect our customers to be treated.  Our people work hard to earn YOUR trust, every day!

Michael Ianelli sets the standard of Care and Service that the entire team follows. It’s Michael’s dedication to our core principles of Transparency, Efficiency and Respect that makes Nissan City different from other dealerships regardless of brand or location. Nissan City aims to provide drivers with a quality buying and ownership experience. 

We invite you to come by when you're ready for your next car, truck or SUV and experience just what Transparency, Efficiency and Respect means to us and you, the customer. Check our inventory here and our pre-owned inventory here. We have a great selection in stock and ready for delivery. Our expert finance department will work with you to find financing that works for you. You can even get pre-approved on our website. Call us at 914-875-1654 to arrange a visit and a test drive with one of our sales specialists. We look forward to seeing you!

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Fun Area Destinations For The Whole Family

There’s nothing better than a new or pre-owned car, truck or SUV from Nissan City! It's a perfect opportunity to take the everyone out for a day trip. We have some great suggestions for the family (plus one just for the parents😉). Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest is a bucket-list experience for families just north of Nissan City, at the Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park. Kids and parents will love the immersive experience, with fantastic beasts and magical creatures, magic spells and Harry Potter-inspired food and drinks. An unforgettable experience just a short drive away. Get more information here. Use the coupon code XMASNYCFF10 for 10% off the ticket price! Who doesn’t love Legos? The LEGOLAND Discovery Center is located in Ridge Hill Yonkers, just off the NYS Thruway. There’s lots for the kids to do, with Lego rides and play area, a 4D cinema and more. You can even build a Lego Nissan GT-R Nismo! A super fun day for all! Find out more here. And if you’re ready to crank your Lego experience to 11, the LEGOLAND New York Resort is an hour away in Goshen, NY. Stay over at the LEGOLAND Hotel and make it a vacation! More information is here. The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk CT has been a special destination since 1988. Come nose-to-nose with sharks, seals, river otters, sea turtles, jellies and other amazing animals from Long Island Sound and beyond! Public cruises, hands-on touch tanks, 4D theater, and more. There are many great places nearby to stop for a bite, like Washington Prime, El Segundo, Donovan’s and Mecha Noodle Bar. Click for more information. The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester is a world-class music venue with a rich history of famous performances by renowned artists. Upcoming shows include Elvis Costello, Brandi Carlile, and even the Long Island Medium Theresa Caputo (fun)! More information is available at their website. We also have suggestions for delicious dining in our blog post Delicious Prize Wheel Destinations. If you haven't yet purchased or leased your next vehicle, we invite you to come by when you’re ready to experience just what Transparency, Efficiency and Respect means to us and you, the customer. Check our new inventory here and our pre-owned inventory here. We have a great selection in stock and ready for delivery. Our expert finance department will work with you to find financing that works for you. You can even get pre-approved on our website. Call us at 914-875-1654 to arrange a visit and a test drive with one of our sales specialists. We look forward to seeing you!

Delicious Prize Wheel Destinations

Nissan City is known for an exceptional customer experience from start to finish. To add extra fun for our customers, we have a Prize Wheel that everyone gets to spin for a perfect new car day! Among the prizes are gift certificates to some great local restaurants. We thought we’d dive into a few of them. Main Street in Port Chester is home to deliciously diverse cuisine. Our first stop is Salsa Picante at 110 Adee Street, (914) 481-5488. Salsa Picante is known for its authentic Mexican cuisine. Your choice of fresh traditional, chipotle or tropical guacamole is made at your table - sample all three with fresh crunchy tortilla chips. Many traditional dishes like fajitas, chicken mole, burritos and combination platters are on the menu. Fresh ingredients and a dedication to traditional cooking makes Salsa Picante a worthwhile destination. If you are in the mood for pizza and beer (always a great combination), try the Colony Grill, located at 35 Abendroth Ave, (914) 934-2428. The Colony Grill is known for its variety of pizza toppings and large selections of beer and ales. The pies have a thin and crispy crust with a hint of char. Their signature topping is “hot oil” which is spicy and full of flavor. Wash down your slices with a unique beer on tap like Allagash White, Sloop Brewing Co. seasonal selection, or a good old Guinness. Feel like trying some Peruvian food? Visit Panka Bistro located at 167 Westchester Ave (just off Main St) (914) 481-5424.  You can select traditional Ceviche (ceviche originated in Peru), tender and succulent barbecue whole chicken, or ribeye steak served with yucca and rice. Try something new and quench down a glass of cold purple corn juice, or try some Concha Y Toro merlot (Maulee). Peruvian cuisine at its best! If you haven't visited our dealership yet, we invite you to come by when you’re ready for your next car, truck or SUV and experience just what Transparency, Efficiency and Respect means to us and you, the customer. Check our new inventory here and our pre-owned inventory here. We have a great selection in stock and ready for delivery. Our expert finance department will work with you to find financing that works for you. You can even get pre-approved on our website. Call us at 914-875-1654 to arrange a visit and a test drive with one of our sales specialists. We look forward to seeing you!