LOCAL LOVE
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WRITTEN BY: JENNIFER BRUGH PHOTOGRAPHY BY: MICHAEL FOLEY & ZACH SNIDER
GRAHAM RAHAL PERFORMANCE HITS THE GAS IN ZIONSVILLE
G raham Rahal Performance (GRP) has roared into Zionsville, IN, bringing with it a passion for speed, luxury, and commu- nity. Helmed by IndyCar driver Graham Rahal, son of the legendary Bobby Rahal, GRP isn’t just another high-end car dealership. It’s an all-in- one automotive destination that lets you live life in the fast lane, whether you’re sliding into the driver’s seat of a rare high-performance car or straddling on two wheels. The grand opening on September 21, 2024, unveiled a two-building campus that brings all GRP ventures under one roof—Graham Ra- hal Performance, Rahal Ducati Indianapolis, Rahal Paint Protection, and Rahal Piaggio In- dianapolis. Throughout the day, friends, family members, and supporters got to walk through the high-class, industrial-inspired showroom, sneak a peek at the members-only lounge, and gaze upon the top-of-the-line storage space. Both Graham and his wife, Courtney—a for- mer NHRA drag racer—were in attendance to
welcome people to the grand opening and share in their awe of the facility. “This project has been a labor of love,” said Graham. “I wanted to create a place that com- bines everything I’m passionate about—cars, bikes, and the social atmosphere that comes with being a gearhead.” To further cement the campus as a premier destination for speed aficionados from across the country, GRP is the only place in Indiana where you can pick up a Ducati or Piaggio, get top-notch car maintenance, and protect your paint job—all in one pit stop. The state-of-the- art repair and maintenance shop offers every- thing from custom builds to routine service, making it a haven for high-performance vehicles and daily drivers. And with Rivet Coffee Bar & Roastery on-site, you can fuel up while your car or bike gets some TLC from expert technicians. “My wife and I are big fans of Rivet, so having them on campus was a must,” Graham said. But GRP isn’t just about cars—it’s about
Graham Opening We were in attendance at the ribbon cutting and grand opening event of the new Graham Rahal Performance center.
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