“Toyota of North Charlotte is a highly profitable dealership and we have enjoyed serving the Charlotte area for over 20 years. It wasn’t an easy decision to sell, but my sons and I have decided we want to expand our operations in Florida to complement our other two Toyota stores in the Orlando area. Selling Toyota of North Charlotte provides us with greater resources and an increased focus on growth in Florida. We congratulate David Hudson on this transaction. He is adding an outstanding dealership operated by highly talented folks who do an excellent job servicing customers. And I’d like to thank Alan Haig, Derek Garber, and Markus Haig from Haig Partners who know the buy-sell world backwards and forwards, including all the leading buyers. I trusted them, and they helped me to achieve my objectives. They are true professionals.”

“As my family and I were evaluating our strategic options with our advisor, Derek Garber, we recognized that it was the right time for us to sell one dealership and invest those proceeds elsewhere. Lebanon Ford has been a family endeavor, managed by my sons, Nathan and Evan, alongside our COO and longtime friend, Ray Gaudette, since its inception. We couldn’t be more thankful for the growth and success we have recognized with the help of a supportive community and an exceptional assembly of employees.  We take immense pride in the legacy and reputation we've cultivated at Lebanon Ford, cherishing the relationships we've forged along the way.”

Derek and the team at Haig Partners were instrumental in advising my family during this transition, working hard to make it as seamless as possible. Derek provided excellent advice on the value of my dealership and worked diligently to pair us with the best buyer for our dealership: Chris Dagesse, Dan Dagesse, and the team at Nucar Family of Dealerships. We look forward to witnessing the continued success and growth of Lebanon Ford, along with the opportunities it will bring for its dedicated associates and surrounding communities.”

“Since Apple Automotive's founding in 1976, the company has been a leader in delivering exceptional service and quality across York County. We are grateful to have been a part of that legacy and honored to work alongside the incredible Apple team in service to customers and our community. Choosing the right partner to lead Apple Automotive into the future was at the heart of the strategic evaluation process every step of the way. Ciocca Automotive’s laser focus on the automotive industry, coupled with deeply held roots in our region and commitments to family business values and community, made them the ideal partner to guide Apple Automotive into the bright future ahead with an assurance Apple’s team and customers would be well cared for. 

We also want to thank the team at Haig Partners. Alan Haig and Mike Toth prepared a thorough valuation analysis for the company, provided comprehensive offering materials to a handful of qualified buyers, and led a competitive and confidential marketing process that resulted in a positive outcome for our family, the Apple Automotive Group employee base, and the community.”

"It was a pleasure for our family to serve so many customers in the Frederick area for over the past five decades. We will also have warm memories of our former teammates at Shockley Honda, and we thank them for helping us to achieve success. While my brother, Mike, and I enjoyed the automotive industry, we wanted to move on while we were still young and could pursue other adventures. I’m also grateful for the financial and legal advisors who were instrumental in this transaction. Alan Haig and Matt DeSantis of Haig Partners gave us extensive advice over the past months that resulted in a highly desirable outcome for our family. They delivered more than I expected in several ways, delivering on their underpromise and outperform spirit. Alan knew how to describe the market potential of Shockley Honda and had relationships with leading buyers in our area and nationwide that resulted in several attractive offers. They have a deep understanding of how the buy-sell process works and assisted me in resolving open items all the way up to the closing day.”

"It was an honor for our family to serve so many customers in South Florida for almost a half-century. We have enjoyed working with countless teammates whom we consider family members, and we thank them for contributing to our success. I’d like to recognize the advisors who were instrumental in this transaction. Alan Haig and Mike Toth of Haig Partners conducted a highly professional sale process that drew attractive offers from several of the largest dealership groups in the country. They knew how to describe the potential of South Motors and Vista Motors, had deep relationships with the buyers that would be most interested and worked with us on a daily basis to resolve open items all the way up to the closing day. Our attorney, Jonathan Awner at Akerman LLP, negotiated numerous and complex legal agreements and helped to close a large transaction with many moving pieces.”

"Team Automotive is committed to growth, and we believe that strategically selling stores in some of our smaller markets allows us to better direct our focus to fuel expansion in larger areas throughout the Southeast. It was paramount for us to receive insights from an auto retail buy-sell expert who comprehensively understood potential scenarios to assist us in achieving our growth objectives. John was the perfect fit for us. His dual expertise as a CPA and a trusted buy-sell advisor to dealers was instrumental. He listened to us and appreciated our needs and expectations. We thank him for his help and guidance in divesting a couple of dealerships from our portfolio. In addition to Team Chevrolet GMC Boone, John advised us on divesting Team Chevrolet of Creedmoor, NC, late in 2023. We look forward to continuing to work with John on identifying potential acquisitions as we execute our growth strategy.

I would also like to extend a sincere thank you to Jim Keffer and Keffer Automotive for making this such a smooth transition for the Team Chevrolet GMC Boone team. We congratulate you and look forward to watching your success with GM in the Boone market.”

“It is not an easy decision to make without a lot of soul searching and forethought when considering the sale of your family business. All the Bailey family members are very proud to have served the Spartanburg community for all these years and for the reputation we have built during that time. We will miss seeing our customers and the great family of employees every day. We are grateful to John Davis, Derek Garber, and the entire Haig Partners team for their advice and guidance, leading us through a smooth and successful sale. John understood that the sale of a family business is more than just a financial transaction; it is an emotional transition and a significant journey for all our family members. After spending considerable time with John and our other family advisors evaluating current market conditions, it was clear to us that it was the right time for our family to sell our business. John led us through every step of the way, providing us access to a team with unmatched experience, knowledge, depth of dealer relationships, and commitment to finding the right buyer. We congratulate David Hudson and the team at Hudson Automotive and look forward to seeing the continued growth of their group in South Carolina.”

“As Ashley and I were evaluating our strategic options with Pete, it became clear that market conditions were very attractive. It was the right time for us to explore other opportunities. Ashley and I are extremely proud of the business and the reputation we built at Team Gunther Kia & Volkswagen. We have had the pleasure of meeting and working with so many great people over the years. This certainly wasn’t an easy decision, but the team at Haig Partners made it a smooth transaction. We were grateful for Pete’s knowledge of the process, the depth of his relationships, and his commitment to finding the right buyer.”

“The sale of all three stores, especially given the complexity of potentially having multiple transactions and varying requirements of the manufacturers, required a highly professional advisor who could navigate the intricacies of a large transaction and who would ensure a smooth transition. It was important for me to have someone I could count on. The guidance I received from Kevin Nill and the team at Haig Partners was instrumental in achieving my goals and ensuring a seamless transition.”

"When it came time to pass the torch of McGeorge Toyota, I knew I had a responsibility to find the absolute right buyer—one who would uphold the same commitment and dedication that my family and I had poured into this dealership for over 50 years. Our employees and the communities we serve were at the heart of everything we did, and finding the right partner was critical. While parting ways with McGeorge Toyota is bittersweet for me, I can rest easy knowing that it is now in the best of hands with Chris Ourisman and the team at Graham Ourisman Automotive.

“Throughout this journey of selling McGeorge Toyota, I needed more than just a transactional advisor. I needed someone who understood the significance of this legacy and appreciated that this is more than business, it is emotional, too. That's where Kevin Nill and the team at Haig Partners came in. They are, without a doubt, the best in the industry. Their knowledge, trustworthiness, and unwavering commitment to their promises set them apart. From the very beginning to the final handshake, they guided me every step of the way. They didn't just facilitate a sale; they understood the heart and soul of McGeorge Toyota and ensured its legacy would continue to thrive.”