The company was set up in 1936 as an Austin and Morris dealership at premises in George's Street, Drogheda, by Nick Smith. In January 1954, Smith's of Drogheda became a Ford Dealer and since then the company has built up a loyal customer base of Ford owners from across Louth and surrounding countries.
In 1957, Nick's son Anthony took control of the business, and following 41 years of service, in 1998 he in turn handed over to his son, Nicky, the current Managing Director.
Ford Ireland Chairman and Managing Director, Eddie Murphy, paid a visit to Smith's to celebrate the anniversary and presented an engraved piece of Waterford Glass to Nicky. Highlighting Smith's of Drogheda commitment to customer service, Eddie Murphy commented: "75 years in business is a great achievement and I congratulate the whole team in Smith's of Drogheda. Only companies that succeed at providing excellent customer care can hope to reach such an important anniversary."
Our picture shows Nicky Smith being presented by Eddie Murphy of Ford Ireland with an engraved piece of glass to mark the company's 75 years in business.
