Our Story
SINCE 1971
Company History
What began with one store in downtown Barrington has grown to 6 franchises in one state-of-the-art campus and our dedication to customer experience has made Motor Werks a landmark location in luxury automotive retail for over 50 years.
1971
Paul D. Tamraz, the Chairman of the Board and Founder of Motor Werks purchases his first automotive franchise.
1980
Motor Werks of Barrington is founded in downtown Barrington with BMW and Mercedes-Benz.
1986
Mother Werks incorporates the Porsche franchise.
1987
Motor Werks Automotive Campus opened. Three brands under one roof.
1988
Cadillac and Honda become Motor Werks Franchises.
1992
Motor Werks incorporates the INFINITI franchise.
2002
Motor Werks acquires a second Mercedes-Benz franchise in Hoffman Estates.
2006
Motor Werks Acquires a second INFINITI franchise in Hoffman Estates.
2011
Motor Werks adds Land Rover to the Hoffman Estates cluster.
2013
Motor Werks builds Wash Werks, a state-of-the-art automotive spa, offering hundreds of complimentary car washes daily.
2017
Jaguar is added to the Land Rover location.
2017
Starbucks Cafe joins the Motor Werks campus, serving complimentary drinks and treats to customers.
2020
In January, Motor Werks sells all 4 Hoffman Estates dealerships to narrow our focus, allowing us to be more nimble and innovative.
2021
Completed the purchase of 10 acres on neighboring land for expansion.
2023
Motor Werks acquired by Murgado Automotive Group.
WHAT WE STAND FOR
Our Core Values
Accountability
We own what we do and take full responsibility for our commitments and the results of our work.
Teamwork
We ensure that we are invested in the team’s success by working together to achieve a common goal.
Positive Attitude
We always exhibit a can-do attitude as we work and interact with our colleagues and customers.
Customer Centric
We serve our external and internal customers by focusing efforts on anticipating and meeting their needs, understanding their concerns, and seeking to build their trust.
Empathetic
We suspend judgment and listen before taking action. We are sensitive to other’s prospective and situation when they are different than our own.
Transparency
We are real, we are open, and we are honest. We are committed to building and maintaining an environment of trust. We speak the truth and face the facts.
Integrity
We have earned the trust and credibility as a professional because we are consistently fair, honest, and truthful with our colleagues and customers.
