“This acquisition represents growth aligned with a brand known for innovation, performance and excellence. We will continue to serve our employees and the Gainesville community with excellence and integrity, building on the strong foundation already in place. We believe strongly in the long-term outlook for Audi and look forward to investing in the team and the market for years to come.

I would also like to thank Derek Garber for navigating us through this transaction. Florida is an extremely competitive market, and we knew how strong his relationships were throughout the state. His guidance and access were instrumental in helping us successfully enter this market.”

"We decided to reposition capital to another one of our core markets, the Washington, DC area. We are grateful for the advice and services of Alan Haig, Derek Garber and Markus Haig from Haig Partners. This was not a simple transaction, but Haig Partners ran a disciplined, confidential process that brought forward a well-capitalized, high-quality buyer and helped us work through several challenging issues. Their experience and judgment were evident throughout, and we are very pleased with the outcome."

“When I decided to retire and sell Santa Monica BMW, I carefully researched and evaluated several advisory firms as I wanted to have proven experts to help me to maximize the value of my dealership. From the beginning, it was clear to me that Jayson Crouch and the team at Haig Partners were the best choice. Jayson’s knowledge of auto retail, his experience with high-value dealerships, and his deep understanding of the California market allowed him to position our business in the best possible way. Plus, I trusted him. He told me at the beginning that he would work hard to exceed my expectations, and he did. The process was thoughtful, professional and extremely well executed. The result speaks for itself. Also, I’m so pleased that my former employees and customers will be in the hands of Fletcher Jones, one of the best luxury dealers on the planet. I congratulate them and wish them much success.”

"I interviewed several of the top buy-sell advisors in the industry, and I chose Haig Partners for their authenticity, intelligence, and depth of relationships across the market. What impressed me most was how strategic and connected they are. They understand the nuances of each buyer and how to position a store for maximum value. Jayson Crouch and Matt DeSantis went beyond what I expected from an advisor. They didn’t simply manage the process; they directed it with expertise. From the first call to closing, they were proactive, insightful and focused on achieving an exceptional outcome. I couldn’t be happier with the results, and I now understand firsthand why Haig Partners is widely considered the gold standard in our industry."

“We selected Haig Partners because of the firm’s reputation as the leading sell-side M&A advisor in Florida and the Southeast. Alan Haig and Derek Garber orchestrated two sales transactions that attracted attention from many leading buyers, and gave us expert advice along the way. They earned our team’s respect for their knowledge, professionalism and results. They did maximize the value of our dealerships in these transactions.”

"When we selected Haig Partners to guide these transactions, it was because we required a partner who could navigate the complexity of our U.S. dealership assets and identify the best buyers to support our employees going forward. As we previously announced, these sales are part of our strategic initiative to better align our resources and focus on our Canadian platform. Kevin Nill and the team at Haig Partners proved invaluable in managing this process from inception to closing. We look forward to additional disposition announcements in the coming months."

“It was a difficult decision for my brother, sister and me to sell our family business that dates back generations, but we realized it was the right choice for us and our children. We want to thank Jed Jordan who was a loyal partner to us for many years. And we are grateful for the advice and services that Alan Haig, Derek Garber and the team at Haig Partners provided to us. It’s not simple to sell nine dealerships representing eight different OEMs. We had been in touch with Haig for years before we asked them for insights into the value of our business, and they kept us up to speed on the status of the buy-sell market. They lived up to their reputation of being honest and highly effective, and we liked their style of under-promising and over-delivering. Alan has a calm way of delivering advice that helped us navigate some tricky issues that came up along the way. I’d also like to thank Ron Smith at Stoll Keenan Ogden PLLC for providing us with astute legal services on both transactions.”

“It was not an easy decision to sell. But it made sense at this point for myself and my family to retire. I will forever be proud of the group I built and want to thank my teammates for their many years of dutiful service. I am very grateful to our long-time advisors and CPAs, James Anderson, and Matt Peppmuller of Forvis Mazars, for their advice and introduction to John Davis and the team at Haig Partners. My wife Kim and I knew in our first meeting that they were the perfect fit for us. John Davis, and his teammate Erik Haig, went the distance – visiting with us in person, carefully listening to our goals, and crafting a compelling marketing package for our company that helped attract an excellent buyer in The Rydell Company. I know my former employees and neighbors in Grand Island and Hastings are in excellent hands.”

"Patriot has been more than just a business — it's been a part of our family and a part of this incredible community. It has been our greatest honor to serve generations of customers with honesty, personal care and a deep respect for the men and women of Fort Hood and the greater Killeen area. The environment is very different from when we first opened our doors,” Kliewer noted. “In evaluating how best to position the dealership for future success, we knew it was time to pass the torch to a group with the resources, reach and expertise to thrive in this new era. I would like to thank Dave Rowe of Haig Partners for his assistance navigating the sale process. It was important to us to find a buyer that aligned with our values and would carry on the tradition of supporting our employees, customers and community. Dave’s experience dates back decades, and he has relationships with all the dealers who are seeking to invest in dealerships in Texas. He was familiar with Ancira dating back to his time at Ally, and he knew that with their reputation, they would be the perfect buyer for our store. As I got to know the team at Ancira, I became equally confident our legacy would be in great hands."

“It has been an honor and a privilege to steward our two Mazda franchises over the last decade. After much prayer and consideration, over the past year, it became evident that I was being led to move to the next chapter and exit the automotive business after 35 years. This was not a decision I took lightly as I am so bullish on the Mazda brand. However, it was clear and evident to me that God was moving me in a different direction.

I wish nothing but the best to Larry Morgan and his son Brett, the new owners of our dealerships. They are a large group with immense resources but remain a family business. Kevin Nill from Haig Partners is a friend who I have known for almost the entirety of my time in automotive retail. His professionalism and steady hand were such a blessing to have as we moved through this transaction.

I would like to thank our people who we have been blessed to work alongside over the years. They have been the backbone of our business and embodied our core values of Integrity, Service and Excellence so well. Also, to all the customers who have trusted us with their business, we say thank you as well. We thank you for your patronage and leave you in great hands with the Morgan Automotive Group.

I also owe a special thank you to the Graham family who invested in me for over 25 years and made it possible for my brother and I to experience the dream of owning our own dealerships.

And I would be remiss if I did not thank my brother Dan. He has been an incredible trusted partner who ran our business with grace and class at a very high level. His leadership, drive and passion for growing people fueled our business to thrive and prosper. His wise counsel over our time in business together is something I am truly grateful for. “