- 500 Yonkers Ave, Yonkers, NY 10704
- (718) 513-9386
It began on a summer day in 2004, amidst the bustling streets of Queens, New York. Manny Reyes, running late for a meeting, hailed a cab, a weathered Lincoln Town Car.
As they navigated the city, a conversation unfolded, revealing the harsh reality faced by cab drivers. They were forced to pay exorbitant prices, often four times the actual value, just to secure a vehicle for work. The driver’s frustration was palpable, a struggle to provide for his family.
Manny, recognizing the injustice, stating there’s a better way, you shouldn’t have to pay these outrageous prices. The driver, skeptical yet hopeful, replied, “If you can make that happen, you’ll have a line out the door and I’ll be the first one in line.” Manny extended his hand, “In advance, thank you for being my first customer.” And with that, Easy Way Autos began.
By March 2005, Easy Way Autos was a reality. We started with a mission to help cab drivers, but quickly expanded, offering second chances to anyone in need of reliable transportation. For nearly two decades, we’ve proudly served the tri-state area, becoming New York’s longest-operating automotive broker and one of the oldest in the nation. This longevity is rooted in a commitment that transcends profit. We believe a vehicle can transform lives, enabling people to work, study, care for their families, and improve their credit.
We specialize in zero-down payment financing, catering to customers with all credit types, and offer a wide range of vehicles, from everyday cars to rideshare-ready models. At Easy Way Autos, you’ll work directly with experienced professionals, including former dealership owners and managers, who prioritize transparency and respect. We strive to simplify the car buying process, ensuring a straightforward and positive experience. We look forward to the opportunity to earn your trust and help you find the perfect vehicle.
Our dedicated team is committed to delivering an exceptional buying experience that exceed your expectations.
I started working with Easy Way Autos in 2020, right in the middle of the pandemic. The role allowed me to work from home at a time when it really mattered, and that flexibility is something I still value today.
I consider myself dependable and take pride in knowing that both the team and our customers can count on me. Most of my interactions with customers happen digitally through Messenger, Instagram, text, and email which has become the preferred way many people feel comfortable communicating now.
I work with customers from all walks of life. Some come in excited, some stressed, some confused, and some already frustrated. My role is to listen, keep things honest, and help people move forward with clear answers and no runaround. I don’t see challenges in getting a car as problems, but as situations that simply need the right guidance.
Over time, these daily interactions have helped me grow both professionally and personally. Learning how to handle different situations, pressures, and personalities has been incredibly rewarding. For that, I’m grateful to the customers I work with and to this company.
Outside of work, I enjoy cooking, eating good food, and listening to heavy metal especially while working, since it helps me stay focused. One of the things I appreciate most about this job is the flexibility to work both in and out of the office, which gives me the time to spend with my favorite person in the world my beautiful wife, Marby.
Hi, I’m Judy. I’ve been with the Easy Way Autos for 10 years as the Marketing & Finance Director. It’s not always an easy job, but it’s one I truly find fulfilling.
New Yorkers are tough and hardworking people. That’s why I keep things honest and real. I’m upfront, I don’t sugarcoat, and I respect people enough to tell them the truth. Our customers appreciate that.
No matter the credit situation, I treat everyone the same with respect, patience, and honesty. We approve about 80% of the applications that come in, and we stand by what we advertise. Because of the hard work and dedication of my department, Easy Way Autos has earned an outstanding reputation throughout the metropolitan area, and I’m proud to be part of that.
For me, this job isn’t just about selling cars or leading a great team. It’s about helping people and families move forward and live the best version of their American dream.
As a Filipino American, I never imagined I would be in a position like this to serve people in such a meaningful way. It’s both a privilege and an honor that I carry with gratitude every single day.
Manny’s journey started at the old Lincoln Hospital in the Bronx back in 1971. Raised by a single parent, he split his childhood between Queens, New York, and the Dominican Republic. It was a tough road. By fourth grade, he’d been labeled with learning disabilities and placed in special education, never actually passing another grade level. Eventually, he dropped out of high school at 17.
During those years, Manny ended up in some rough situations falling in with the wrong crowd, dealing with homelessness, gangs, and addiction. But becoming a teenage father changed everything. It was the push he needed to turn his life around, and that’s how he found the car business.
By 1995, Manny was selling cars and quickly discovered he had a real talent for it. It was a time when racial barriers were still strong, and it took him a decade of hard work before he could become a manager. During this time, he made it a point to only work at the top dealerships in New York to learn from the best.
But Manny also realized that to truly be the best, he couldn’t be the complete package without understanding the finance side of the business something no one at those dealerships was willing to teach someone like him at the time. So he made a bold move.
He left one of the top dealerships in the world and applied for jobs as a loan officer at smaller banks. Even when a Wall Street bank promised to make him a millionaire within a year, Manny chose a smaller bank in Long Island where he could learn every aspect of the loan process.
He spent nearly two years there, earning very little, but gaining the financial knowledge that would give him a lasting advantage over most people in the car business. In the end, Manny understood finance not only from a dealer’s perspective but also as a banker. These experiences gave him a unique edge and still serve him well to this day.
In the early 2000s, Manny was forced to step down from his management position because he could no longer balance the demanding schedule of managing a high-volume store with the responsibilities of being a single father. It was a tough call that brought financial challenges but ultimately turned out to be a blessing in disguise. That’s when he noticed how much New York cab drivers were overpaying for vehicles, which led to the birth of Easy Way Autos.
It wasn’t easy he had to walk away from bad partnerships and rebuild a few times but he persevered. Now, with over 30 years in the automobile industry and two decades as president of Easy Way Autos, the company’s 20 years in business make it one of America’s longest-operating rideshare-focused dealerships.
He’s in great health, living a life well beyond his wildest dreams as a young man growing up. Traveling the world, enjoying the arts, and making amazing unforgettable memories with his family. As he looks ahead, the the Automotive Hall of Fame is a goal that might seem out of reach right now, but it’s one he firmly believes will one day be another notch on his belt. For now, Manny is very grateful for the journey so far and looking forward for whatever comes next.
