The person behind the phone number
I’m Tony Tribble. Before joining Ballas Chevrolet, I spent over a decade in public service as a police officer and firefighter. Today, I have the opportunity to continue helping people by making the car-buying process simple, honest, and pressure-free while staying involved in the community my family now calls home.
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Years serving the public
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Boys keeping me humble
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Phone number — mine
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High-pressure tactics
Anyone can say they care about their community. I’d rather show you.
Community is built when people help one another. If you know of a local organization, fundraiser, school, or community event that could use support, I’d love to hear about it. Let’s see how we can help.
Giving Back
Why this page exists.
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Out and about in the community
A look at the events, organizations, and people that make our area great.
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A career built on serving people.
After spending more than ten years in law enforcement and the fire service, I found a new way to serve my community here at Ballas Chevrolet.
Being a first responder taught me that true trust is built in the moments when honesty is inconvenient. I carry that same standard with me on the lot. A vehicle is a major investment that protects the people you care about most, so it deserves total transparency instead of a rushed pitch. I make it a point to explain the numbers in plain English. If a car isn’t right for you, I will tell you directly, even if it means losing a sale.
As a father of two and a proud community supporter, I know that in a hometown like ours, your reputation is all you have. Whether you are looking to buy, sell, or just have a quick question, my goal is simple. I want to treat you like family and earn your trust.
Tony Tribble
Ballas ChevroletAbout Tony
What I'm working toward, every single day.
My mission
To make buying, selling, and trading a vehicle feel like getting help from a friend who happens to know the business inside and out. That means providing straight answers, fair numbers, and absolutely no pressure. I measure a good day by how many people leave feeling confident and informed, rather than how many contracts I sign.
My vision
A community where people actually look forward to the car-buying process. I want families here to have one trusted name they can call and pass along to their neighbors, their parents, and their kids when it is time for that first car. Referrals are the heart of my business, meaning every relationship I build is meant to outlast the transaction.
The values underneath both
Honesty before the sale. Patience during the process. Availability long after you drive off the lot. These three principles carry over from my decade of public service, and my dedication to them hasn't changed just because my uniform did.
The road here
From first responder to trusted advisor.
A call to serve
I grew up in this area and knew early on that I wanted a job where the work mattered to real people. That pulled me toward public service instead of a desk.
Law enforcement and the fire service
Those years taught me to stay calm when things get complicated, to listen before I speak, and to tell people the truth even when it isn't the easy answer.
A new way to help
When I stepped away from the badge and the truck, I wasn't looking for a sales job. I was looking for another way to serve. I wanted a role where I could still show up for families in my own town.
Ballas Chevrolet
Now I help neighbors buy, sell, and trade vehicles. Same values, different uniform: honesty, patience, and follow-through long after the paperwork is signed.
Why choose Tony
A different kind of car-buying experience.
A service-first background
10+ years in law enforcement and the fire service shaped how I show up. I stay steady, honest, and calm under pressure.
Real conversations, no pressure
I listen first. You'll never feel rushed, upsold, or handed off. Every question gets a straight answer.
I answer my own phone
Whether you call, text, or email, you get me directly instead of a call center. I am here before, during, and long after the sale.
Invested in the community
From library lunches and food pantries to youth sports and the Lions Club, this town is home, and it shows.
A family man, first
I'm the proud father of two boys, and they are a daily reminder of why giving back to this community matters.
Backed by Ballas Chevrolet
You get the full lineup, service, financing, and GM Protection Plans, all with a personal advocate on your side.
“This is the community where I'm raising my boys. Supporting it isn't marketing, it's the whole point.”Tony Tribble
Community involvement
Giving back is part of the job.
Investing in our future by supporting local youth through schools, sports, and community programs.
Local schools
Supporting classroom needs, school fundraisers, and programs that give students something to be proud of.
Youth
Sponsoring teams and showing up on the sidelines, because kids remember who cheered for them.
Food pantries and library lunches
Helping neighbors get a meal and a hand up during the stretches when things are tight.
Community organizations & events.
Supporting local nonprofits, service clubs, schools, and community events whenever I can.
How I work
Six steps, zero pressure.
You can stop at any point, take a week to think, or change direction entirely. The process bends around you, not the other way around.
We talk first
Tell me how you drive, what you haul, who rides with you, and what your budget really looks like. There are no forms and no pressure. We just start with a simple conversation.
I do the searching
Whether you are looking for a new Chevrolet or a quality pre-owned vehicle, I will track down options that actually fit your needs instead of pushing what is easiest to sell.
Straight numbers
You can always count on a fair trade value and transparent pricing. I handle your financing or pre-approval directly so you never have to deal with the usual runaround or back-and-forth games.
Drive it, live with it
Take your time on the test drive. If it isn't right, we will keep looking. I would much rather lose a sale than see you drive off in the wrong vehicle.
Delivery day
I will walk you through every feature, get your phone paired, and make sure you leave knowing exactly how everything in your new vehicle works.
Still here after
Whenever you have service questions, need warranty help, or are ready for your next vehicle in five years, you will call me directly instead of a random call center.
Common questions
Things people ask before they call.
Do I have to work with a whole sales team?
No. You work with me from the first message to delivery day and beyond. You won't get passed between four people or handed to whoever is on the floor that afternoon.
Can you help if I'm only selling or trading?
Absolutely. I'll give you a real value on your vehicle whether or not you buy anything from me. Plenty of people call just to find out what their car is worth.
What if I have credit challenges?
Bring it up early and we'll handle it honestly. Ballas Chevrolet works with a range of lenders, and I'd rather set clear expectations up front than waste your afternoon.
How fast do you respond?
Call, text, or email and you'll hear back from me personally usually the same day, often within the hour.
Let's talk about your coverage
Call, text, or email me directly. You'll reach me not a queue.