Texas Rooftop Gets New Owner and Name
Gilchrist Automotive has added Team Gillman Chevrolet to its auto group, which has over 20 locations across Texas and Oklahoma. The store will now operate as Gilchrist Chevrolet.
Pinnacle Mergers & Acquisitions brokered the transaction on behalf of Chris Gillman and Team Gillman.
Pinnacle M&A
- Gilchrist Automotive has expanded its presence by acquiring Team Gillman Chevrolet.
- The acquisition will see the dealership now operating under the name Gilchrist Chevrolet.
- Gilchrist Automotive's portfolio now includes over 20 locations across Texas and Oklahoma.
*Summarized by AI
Gilchrist Automotive has acquired Team Gillman Chevrolet in Houston, Texas, and will operate the dealership as Gilchrist Chevrolet.
The Gillman Companies is a family owned and operated auto group based in Houston since 1938. After the transaction, it has 10 rooftops across Houston, San Antonio and San Benito.
“As we continue to grow our company and look for new opportunities, this transaction made sense for the company and our employees, and we feel they are in great hands with the Gilchrist family,” said Team Gillman Auto Group owner Chris Gillman.
Pinnacle Mergers & Acquisitions brokered the transaction, representing Gillman. It's the fourth transaction Pinnacle has completed with the auto group.
Gilchrist Automotive now owns 22 locations across Texas and Oklahoma. It's a family-owned auto group in business for more than 35 years.
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