Meet 0ur Team
Tom Papadopoulos
Owner & Founder
Tom founded Autosport Designs in 1989, providing restoration and mechanical services to collectors sharing his automotive passion. The business began with Porsche, and quickly expanded to Aston Martin, Ferrari, and other significant marques. With a storied racing career in Ferrari, Tom is well versed in race preparation as well as concours restoration. While building a worldwide clientele for almost 40 years, the motto of Autosport has remained the same: "We cared, so they came."
Gary Elias
Automobile Sales Manager
Gary has been a key part of the Autosport team since 2019. His experience connecting significant automobiles to an exclusive clientele began in the 1990's, in the pioneering stages of automotive internet sales. While Gary's first love is Porsche- stemming from his Guards Red on black 944 back in the early '80s- he truly appreciates anything with a great history that's fun to drive.
Antoine Crettol
Vice President
Antoine has been part of the Autosport team since 1991. His experience in sales, service, and client relations has led him to his current role as Vice President. He believes cars are rolling works of art, and the study of their engineering and evolution from the earliest cars to today is his true passion. He's also an experienced driver, with multiple appearances on the world's finest tours and events such as the Colorado Grand, the Mille Miglia, and the Copperstate 1000. A member of more car clubs than he can remember, Antoine just received his 30 year award from the Porsche Club of America.
Dawn Cames
General Manager
Dawn has been a part of the Autosport team since 2021. With 30 years in the automotive industry, she works with all the Autosport team members to ensure and maintain key performance goals while balancing an enjoyable for all. Her first love of horsepower began as an equestrian at a young age, and she shares her love of animals with us here by bringing in our beloved four legged mascot "Steve" to visit as often as possible! Her first car was a 1982 280ZX, but today's favorites are many of the '70's and '80's Aston Martin V8's you see here today.
Brad phillips
Director of Operations & Business Development
While Brad has just started in an official capacity with Autosport in 2025, he has been a familiar face to the team and much of our clientele for over 20 years. Brad's industry experience from pre-war to modern supercars gives him valuable and unique insight to share with our clients. An experienced long distance touring and TSD driver, behind the wheel is his favorite place. Look for Brad at car events everywhere- and at some brand new Autosport themed ones as well!
S. "Chris" Conigliaro
Service Manager
Christopher's first experience with Autosport dates back to 2010, so he's been part of the team as long as anyone can remember. His time spent with manufacturers such as BMW, Ferrari, Maserati, Bentley, Lamborghini and Rolls Royce have given him a wealth of knowledge, and Autosport was happy to bring him back to run Service in 2024. A fan of Motorsports from an early age, Christopher campaigned a 2-car effort in the Formula BMW USA Championship from 2005-2006, acting as Team Crew Chief. A true car enthusiast, Christopher enjoys time piloting his 1967 Austin Healey 3000 BJ8- originally owned by his grandfather from new- as well as his cherished Porsche 997.1 GT3.
Jennifer Gould
Office Manager
Jen has been our Office Manager and vital member of the team since 2023, with over 25 years of experience in client focused environments. Her love for cars started with her very first- a 1991 Mustang 5.0 LX notchback at age 17. You are likely to see Jen and her family at local car cruises most every weekend!
Jack Burns
Sales
My name is Jack Burns, and have been into cars, motorcycles, planes and everything else that “goes” for as long as I can remember. I started off at Autosport Designs in July of 2023, initially working as a mechanic and later a detailer, occasional vehicle transport, and finally settling in sales. In May of 2024 I graduated from Farmingdale State College with a bachelor’s degree in Automotive Engineering.
Zeke Zuklich
Automotive Detailing
Hailing from East Islip, NY Zeke has worked for Autosport for six years. He loves handling some of the most iconic and rare vehicles in automotive history. His favorite car is a 993-era Porsche Turbo, the last of the air cooled monsters. One of his favorite car experiences has to be helping win the 2005 Rolex 24 hour race at Daytona while working on the pit crew for The Racer's Group, a well-known and respected race team. Zeke has also been a touring musician, performing for thousands of fans for the past 30 years across the United States!
Jevon Hook
Restoration & Service Delivery Coordinator
An East Coast native, Jevon is responsible for safely transporting vehicles to and from client's homes, our external storage facilities, and wherever else they need to go. His combination of an unblemished safety record and a true love of the cars we sell and service make him a perfect fit for Autosport. Jevon is also a true car guy, and can be seen around Long Island in his RHD 1983 Nissan Skyline DR30 Turbo!
Bradley Bess
Restoration & Service Technician
Bradley Bess started his career at Autosport about two years ago, his favorite specialties being engine building, exotic carburetion, and electrical system troubleshooting. His love of intricate machinery makes him love what he does, with recent completed engines to his credit from Aston Marton, Ferrari, and even a fuel injected 327 Chevrolet built for vintage racing. Like others on the team, Bradley spends his weekends wrenching and racing on many of our great regional racetracks.
Matt Coffey
Parts & Service Specialist
Matt started here at Autosport in 2024, bringing along his 15 years of professional experience in automotive service. His in depth knowledge of "how it all works" has helped him become an expert in his role as Parts & Service Specialist. A car guy through and through, he has extensive time behind the wheel of his first generation Honda S2000 race car at tracks such as NJMP and Lime Rock Park. He loves the fact that every day he gets to see something new at Autosport!He treats every vehicle that passes through his hands with care.
Steve
Autosport Mascot
Meet Steve, the Official Shop Dog. He's an Akita-Husky mix who is a Good Boy who loves riding in vintage Aston Martin roadsters of all sizes. When not at the shop, he lives with Dawn our General Manager!