Meet Adam Gedik, one of our Service Advisors here at Fletcher Jones Motorcars. We recently caught up with him in our service drive for a little Q&A and snap shot. Enjoy!
FJM: How long have you been in the industry? With Fletcher Jones Motorcars?
AG: I have been in the automotive industry for 20 years. I worked in my first shop when I was 14 and have stayed with the industry ever since then. I started my career with Fletcher Jones Motorcars in October of 2013, and I look to forward to an exciting, prosperous experience with the company.
FJM: What inspired/interested you about this industry?
AG: I am inspired by this industry because, very simply, people need to drive. Transportation is a necessity and to drive a car you love is sense of freedom and self expression. Coming from a technical background, I am interested in the forward thinking and technology that is ever changing and bringing us amazing new vehicles.
FJM: Have you always had an interest in cars? In Mercedes-Benz?
AG: From a young age I have been mechanically inclined and fascinated by different designs of automobiles. I have always been attracted to 1960's American Classics. The 1966 Chevelle is one of the sexiest cars I've ever laid eyes on. I love certain exotics as well and our CLS 63AMG has to be one of my absolute favorite vehicles.
FJM: Where do you live? Did you grow up there? If not, what brought you there?
AG: I live in Newport Beach, I have lived in this area and Orange County most of my life. When I was 11, my family moved to Seattle for 6 years but we moved back to Southern California after missing the beautiful weather and as we know, it is one of the best places to live on the planet.
FJM: What are some of the hot spots around town that you enjoy/recommend?
AG: When it comes to going out in town or anywhere else, I enjoy eating good food Anywhere. I eat very clean most of the time- (no fast food). I frequently go to San Shi Go Sushi in Laguna Beach- that has been my sushi spot for over 10 years. I have recently found Shuck Oyster Bar in SoCo to be phenomenal and they have a great variety of oysters from all over the world. I usually cook my own steaks at home but occasionally you will find me at Mastro's Ocean Club when I want a fine dining experience.
FJM: Do you have kids? Names/Ages? Pets?
AG: I do not have any kids, I am currently focusing on my career and I would like to travel the world before I settle down in that way. My girlfriend has 2 small dogs that I have adopted as my own, typically I like larger breeds of dogs but living in an apartment in Newport Beach is not adequate space for that.
FJM: Do you have any hobbies? Car-related or otherwise?
AG: My hobbies include anything physically active. I wake up at 430 every day and go to the gym. I have a weight lifting and cardio routine 5 days a week and I will get in the boxing ring from time to time for 5 rounds. I run for distance occasionally- (I did a half-marathon in Kauai a couple years ago), and I like stand-up paddle boarding. My future hobby will include restoring several classic cars.
FJM: What is a random fact about yourself?
AG: A random fact about me is that I enjoy cooking.