Meet The Family
As a true family owned and operated business since 1978, you will be buying the expertise of two active generations within the company; and on most days, you will meet the third generation, welcoming you in the showroom, as well. Come join us, in a relaxed and trusting atmosphere, where purchasing a vehicle has been called “enjoyable” by our customers. View our TV advert here...
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 Steve Daniell A pre-owned dealership is only as good as the vehicles offered, and that quality is entrusted to our owner, Steve Daniell. When you buy, you get the benefit of almost 40 years experience in hand-picking cars, trucks, vans and SUV’s. He is noted for his eye to see the truth about a vehicle, his knowledge of track records with diverse makes and models and value retention awareness. When you buy a “Daniell Motors’” vehicle, you are getting his name and assurance that he would sell to his own family with confidence. When Steve started Daniell Motors in Hattiesburg, Mississippi in the 1970’s, he was completing his degree at the University of Southern Mississippi where he played football for P.W. Underwood. As a lifetime member of the M-Club and Alumni Association, his most recent connection with the University was made through the purchase of a 1923 Hudson from the Department of Arts and Letters to create the Jay Washam Award for Excellence. |
 Madalene Daniell – A business runs from the inside out, and Madalene oversees that portion of our business. Daniell Motors’ ability to offer you multiple lenders, clean process, financial and tax management, and progressive vision for the future of the pre-owned industry, displays Madalene’s role in the team. She represents the company as a Board Member of Mississippi Independent Auto Dealers Association and attends yearly continuing education conferences offered by the National Independent Auto Dealers Association. This assures you, the buyer, that anything required to buy with confidence will be in place. In addition, if you are a mother-to-be or a new mother with children under the age of three in the Hattiesburg area, you might already know Madalene as the director of “Fitness for Two,” a series of education classes offered through Forrest General Hospital.
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 Breck Daniell – When you have questions about your purchase, your credit application and financing, a service contract, gap insurance, warranty support, or any other “what do I do” question, you will appreciate Breck. As the second generation of the company, and involvement from day one, he knows the philosophy of trust and integrity through experience. Breck works closely with his father, Steve Daniell, to offer you a clear price, a service level of your choice, and understanding of every aspect of your purchase. His unique quality is to make the shopping experience pleasant for the most anxious customer. When you come to Daniell Motors, you are bound to meet Breck’s family. His wife, Christy, worked at Daniell Motors before becoming a full-time mom and pre-school teacher, even though she continues to assist us in emergencies. Often Breck and Christy’s children will greet you at the door. As the third generation of Daniell Motors, Reagan is already comfortable at the computer, Micah regularly drives his toy jeep, and Abby just enjoys dropping by to visit her daddy. Breck is a graduate of William Carey College, where he attended on a baseball scholarship.
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 Frank Read – From his attention to detail to his easy-going personality, Frank makes shopping at Daniell Motors as stress-free as possible. Whether you need more information about a vehicle or you would like to make a credit application for one, he is happy to help. In 2005, Frank joined the DM family in sales and finance. He also assists with the management of daniellmotors.com, as well as, online marketing with www.autotrader.com and www.coastmotornews.com. In addition, if you are looking for a vehicle that is not currently in stock, he will be glad to call you when it arrives. Frank is a graduate of Mississippi State University and lives in Petal with his wife Melissa.
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The Daniell Motors Family...  Pattie Whitehead -When it comes to making sure the business is run without a hitch, it is Pattie that makes sure the paperwork is done with all the T's crossed and I's dotted. Since joining the Daniell Motors family in March of 2006 as the office manager, Pattie is the last person to talk to the customer, as she assures you the closing of your sale is something you may have confidence in.
Pattie also deals with the banking side of the business, because, as she says herself, "The nerd in me comes out when my checkbook balances." Pattie graduated from Northwestern Michigan College and now lives in Sumrall with her family. |
 Michael Turnage – When you are amazed at how new your pre-owned vehicle looks, you can rest assured that Michael has put his professional touch to it. Michael takes each vehicle we offer through a thorough process which generally includes wash, wax and buff, upholstery and carpets . . . whether they need it our not! As a valuable part of the Daniell Motors’ family since July 2001, his work is always done with excellence, and you, our customer, reap the benefit. |