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ABOUT
Jim has been a car enthusiast for most of his life. He remembers growing up as a teenager with images of a neighbor’s Ferrari 308 GTB hoping that one day he would be able to own one. While practicing cardiology in Naples, he was blessed to be able to acquire various cars including an Acura NSX (his first “exotic”) and a Lotus Esprit Turbo. Later on he would experience the love of the Ferrari and Porsche brands.
Jim's track experience includes Sebring, Homestead-Miami, PBIR, Daytona, Circuit Mont-Tremblant, and COTA. Cars he has tracked include the Porsche Carrera GT, Porsche GT4 Clubsport, Ferrari F12, Ferrari 812 Superfast, Ferrari 488 GTB, and the Ferrari 488 Challenge EVO car. Jim raced in the Ferrari Challenge Series in North America for New Country Competizione in 2022 as a driver representing Ferrari of Naples.
He is a graduate student of the Ferrari Corso Pilota driving school having completed all levels, leading to a credentialed IMSA race driver.
On a personal note, Jim(Dr B) is a board certified cardiologist who has provided care for those without health insurance and are at the poverty level at the Neighborhood Health Clinic in Naples, Florida. He has two sons; James and Joshua.
Jim Buonavolonta, M.D.
Founder
President & CEO
Ultimate Garages, LLC
James was born and raised in Naples where his interest in automobiles started through his father. Today, he is proud to be part of the Ultimate Garages team, bringing his passion for cars and his focus on taking great care of clients.
James attended the University of Michigan, where he earned his bachelor’s degree and completed coursework through the Ross School of Business. While in college, he worked in luxury clothing retail, gaining experience in a customer-focused environment and learning the importance of personalized service.
Giving back to the community has also been important to James. He has volunteered with the Neighborhood Health Clinic, which provides healthcare to underserved members of the community. Before joining Ultimate Garages, James also worked in law enforcement, an experience that taught him the importance of professionalism, responsibility, and attention to detail.
Outside of work, James enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants, and spending time with his family and his two pets, Alfie and Leo.
James Buonavolonta, Jr.
Managing Member
Ultimate Garages, LLC
Ty was born and raised in Naples and has lived here his whole life. His passion began with cars since he received his first sports car at the age of 16. His parents had gifted him a 1996 Mustang Cobra. After graduating high-school he began his career with cars at Naples Luxury Imports as a Car washer. Since then he has been promoted in many different positions at multiple car dealerships that include a Technologist Lead at Audi/VW of Naples, and also a Service advisor at Naples Infiniti.
His hobby outside of work consists of riding and filming Motocross. Every Sunday he is out at the track spinning laps on his 2021 Yamaha YZ250F and once he gets done he will film and edit videos for other riders.
Ty's life motto is "Love what you do and you'll never work a day in your life" and which is why he is extremely thankful to be working with his passion with cars at Ultimate Garages. "It all starts with a vision, and a goal." His goal is to grow the business to a point that Ultimate Garages will be globally known.
Tyler "Ty" De Bo
Vehicle & Operations Manager
Ultimate Garages, LLC