Pfaff Porsche broke ground this month on its massive dealership set to open in Markham next year.

“As one of Canada’s fastest-growing communities, and one of the country’s best performing for premium vehicle sales, Markham is the perfect site for a new Porsche dealership,” said Pfaff Automotive Partners president and CEO, Chris Pfaff, in a statement on the company website regarding the start of construction.

“Its proximity to a number of manufacturer head offices, the number and strength of luxury vehicle dealerships, and its vibrant economy, all contributed to the decision to locate our latest Porsche dealership here.”

The new monster Markham location marks an increasing trend of auto retailers opening large locations either in, or adjacent to, major mall properties, according to industry experts.

The 50,000 square-foot site will connect directly to CF Markville’s underground and above-ground parking structures, offering full pedestrian access for mall visitors.

Set to open in late 2020, the dealership will be one of the first in the world to feature Porsche’s new global retail architecture, according to the company. It will offer new and used sales, parts and service operations, as well as a retail boutique featuring branded products.

Porsche Centre Markham will also be fully equipped to service the new electric Porsche Taycan and future models with dedicated electric vehicle charging stations on-site, as well as an electric vehicle battery repair room, according to the company.

This will be the second shopping centre based showroom for Pfaff Porsche in Markham, which opened a 5,600 square foot ‘Mercedes me Store’ within CF Markville in 2017.