LEADING T H E W A Y F O R B U Y E R S A N D S E L L E R S

O F A U T O M O B I L E D E A L E R S H I P S

AMERICA’S LARGEST AUTOMOBILE DEALERSHIP BROKERAGE

FIRMSINCE

1984

These services allow buyers to enjoy the financial and personal benefits of owning an automobile dealership.

With over 600 automobile dealerships sold, we’ve become the largest and most experienced dealership brokerage firm in the United States.

Our goals are to be the leading, nationally recognized source for professional merger and acquisition services to buyers and sellers of automotive dealerships throughout the United States, while observing the principles of integrity, knowledge, innovation and effort in everything we do.

National Business Brokers, (NBB) provides professional intermediary services to buyers and sellers of automobile dealerships in a number of very important ways.

We can find dealerships available for acquisitions; We can find buyers for these dealerships; We can assist with the negotiations, and we can introduce buyers and sellers to a network of professional experts and advisors to help bring about a successful sale.

STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS

Recognizing that the quality of our professional staff is the key to our success. We strive to retain the best professional associates who have the education, experience, and desire to serve our clients.

Our management philosophy is centered on principles of: honesty, integrity, and the highest standards of professional ethics.

Judging our success not only by financial results, but also by our contribution to our community. We are proud of our support and membership in charitable and non-profit organizations.

Creating and maintaining healthy referral relationships with other automotive industry professionals including attorneys, certified public accountants, dealership application experts, financial institutions and tax strategists.

Most importantly, we are determined to make your experience in selling your dealership or acquiring a dealership as satisfying and rewarding as possible.

INTEGRITY. KNOWLEDGE. COMMITMENT.

DEALERSHIPSSOLD

OVER

OUR HISTORY

National Business Brokers was founded in 1978 for the purpose of providing professional business brokerage, business valuations, and intermediary services.

In 1984, we formed our automotive division and have since become the largest and most experienced dealership brokerage firm in the United States. NBB is proud of it’s leadership role in the automobile industry with over 600 dealerships transactions.

In order to provide nationwide service, we have offices in California, Florida, Michigan, New York and Texas. This regional approach allows us to have national reach, while maintaining local market familiarity and representation.

We are staffed with highly trained and experienced deal makers and intermediaries.

We are committed to provide the best in dealership brokerage services, with the goal of competently and confidentially serving every client. As the profession leader, we’ve taken great care in creating a reputation that will carry us successfully through the 21st century.

HONORING THE PAST... LEADING THE FUTURE.

• Dealership Brokerage

• Franchise Brokerage

• Dealership Valuations

• Strategic Planning

• Expert Witness and Testimony

• Intermediary Services

• Buyer’s Search

• Integrity

• Professionalism

• Seasoned Negotiators

• Transactional Expertise

• Highest Standard of Ethics

• Strictest Confidentiality

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT:WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING SERVICES

“NBB has been an integral part of our growth over the years because they continue to find opportunities were others have fallen short. The team at NBB has an expansive wholistic knowledge of the auto retail business which is key in successfully closing on a complicated transaction. We are looking forward to working with NBB as our industry consolidates further.”

– Mark D. DeBoer, Lithia Motors VP Corporate Development

“Great guys…solid negotiators...class act! The team at NBB is solid. They worked hard to help us make our deal.”

– Shaun Del Grande, Sunnyvale Hyundai Sunnyvale, California

“High integrity, very aggressive, would recommend NBB to any buyer or seller!”

– Brent R. Lincoln, Southwest Chrysler Jeep Norco, California

“We recently completed a complicated three dealership transaction with Jeff, and would recommend him highly to anyone.”

– Carl Atkinson, Greenway Automotive Orlando, Florida

“I found the staff at NBB to be knowledgeable, professional and discreet. Moreover, NBB is in tune with the marketplace and its players.”

– Herbert Reedman, Jr., Reedman Auto Center Langhorne, Pennsylvania

“Whether selling or buying, NBB will represent your interest in a courteous, professional and timely manner. I know of no other firm with their expertise in automotive dealerships.”

– Bert E. Arnlund, Las Vegas, Nevada

“Painless - if I had to use one word to describe the process of buying our Honda store. The experience that NBB brought to the table took the headache out of completing the transaction.”

– Brian and Terry Rush, Reliance Ford, Mission, Texas

“I strongly recommend NBB. They found opportunities that matched our criteria, handled everything professionally, and didn’t waste our time.”

– David Solon, Longmont, Colorado

“We were very pleased with NBB’s assistance in selling our dealership. They got us $400,000 more than we had been offered. We will recommend them to our dealer friends.”

– Laszlo Halaszi, Tri County Ford, Arcade, New York

“The staff at NBB is very professional, upfront and is well plugged into dealership opportunities and market conditions.”

– Larry Kitahara, Kitahara Buick Pontiac GMC Fresno, California

“I found NBB to be very professional and responsive in facilitating the sale of a large Chevrolet dealership in Florida.”

– J. Gregory Humphries, Attorney at law Tampa, Florida

“Brady Schmidt and Gary Mull, were absolutely without a doubt the a perfect choice. They quickly brought us numerous well qualified offers. Throughout the entire sales process they maintained a high level of professionalism and expertise.“

– Kim Alfonso Alfonso Cadillac, Portland Oregon

STRONG ACTIVITY:

Of the dealerships we exclusively represent, we have been successful in selling nine out of ten, and are currently working with an active list of thousands of prospective buyers from across the country. Additionally, we receive multiple new inquiries per week from prospective buyers looking to buy a dealership.

CONFIDENTIALITY:

Owners almost always do not want their employees, customers and competitors to know that their dealership is for sale. We have developed procedures to give your dealership the broadest possible exposure while making every effort to protect confidentiality.

THIRD PARTY INTERMEDIARY:

We successfully bridge the gap between buyer and seller. We prevent alienation between principals, and bring urgency to the deal by creating a deal flow. We hold together transactions that otherwise may slip through the cracks.

COMBINED EXPERIENCE:

National Business Brokers utilizes seasoned deal makers pooling their experience together, to bring you the best price, in the shortest time possible. Our experience includes sales, marketing and transactional negotiation services. We have worked with and can recommend some of the most talented automotive attorneys, accountants and tax consultants for legal advice, due diligence, general accounting, valuation and tax strategies.

WE ASSIST SELLERS WITH THE FOLLOWING:

Create a specific marketing strategy customized for your dealership.

Prepare a professional marketing package.

Screen buyer prospects.

Negotiate the terms of the sale.

Manage the deal to a successful close.

SELL

National Business Brokers is the nation’s largest and most successful automobile dealership brokerage firm. That’s a powerful statement... and that’s the kind of power you’ll put into action when you enlist our services. We’re familiar with every detail of facilitating, negotiating and consummating a sale.

“I found NBB to be very professional and pleasing to work with in our deal. There is always a lot of emotion involved with deals of this magnitude, and it really helps to have someone keep the sanity when things seem to get crazy. NBB provided outstanding service at a very fair price.”

– Don Marshall, Marshall Buick Pontiac GMC, Clinton, Indiana

“As intimate...critical...and important as selling or buying your business is, I know of no better business you can rely on more than NBB...they will become your friends as well!”

– Ken Walker, Honda of Casper Casper, Wyoming

“When you list your dealership for sale with NBB, they find qualified buyers who can close.”

– Doug Moreland, Thornton, Colorado

“My two transactions with NBB were very professional. I was more than satisfied with the proceeds but more importantly, NBB was there with me until the close, to handle unforeseen matters that had to be dealt with accordingly.”

– Ed Fitzpatrick, Coliseum Lexus Oakland, California

“NBB has sold two stores for me. I found them to be sincere and honest in all of our dealings. They made me feel as though I was part of their organization, keeping me up to date at all times. They were Awesome!”

– Bobby Ford Automotive Group Lake Jackson, Texas

“I Interviewed a few brokers before choosing NBB. They all seemed to be retirees that were just looking to do a deal here and there because of their connections in the car business. The process at NBB is different. It’s a business to them not a hobby. They put a marketing plan together, kept me informed of the prospects and sold my store.”

– Jim Rathman, President, Rathman Chevrolet Melbourne, Florida

“Dealing with NBB made the purchase of my dealership in NY very enjoyable and provided me with basics of a contract that saved me thousands of dollars. They were always gentlemen and have become good friends since.”

– Ralph W. Sifford, Grand Prize Chevrolet Nanuet, New York

“NBB has been one of the main reasons for the growth and success of Boyland Auto Group, through great purchases and sells of dealerships across the country. NBB has been solely responsible for over $600 Million in sales with over 3% return on sales for Boyland Auto Group. The proof is in the profits...”

– Dorian Boyland, Boyland Auto Group Orlando, Florida

“I was a first time buyer. However, the team at NBB treated me like I was their most important client. Every question was answered and every message was returned promptly. The portfolio they send with each listing is very thorough. It contains many pictures, statistics and financial data. They give you everything you need to make your investment decision. I value my relationship with NBB, and when it comes time to purchase another dealership they will be the ones I call.”

– Michael F. Wysup, Pullman, Washington

“NBB handled our transaction seamlessly. I made an offer and about thirty days later, escrow closed. Thank you.”

– David Wilson, CEO, Wilson Automotive Group Laguna Beach, California

“I have been doing business with NBB for over ten years. They are responsible for helping me reach my goals and growing my group up to 17 franchises at one time. In recent years, as I’ve changed direction, they have always been there as a consultant and they treat me like family. They have always put me first as a friend with honest advice on deals that fit my operations. They have been a major contributing factor in my success. Just a great team!”

– Ralph Martinez, CEO Town & Country Dealerships

Portland, Oregon

BUY

EXPLORING ALTERNATIVES:

We carefully ascertain your goals so we can assist you in evaluating multiple options.

TRANSACTION EXPERIENCE:

Very few transactions close effortlessly. We can and do assist with managing and resolving difficult issues that arise throughout the process that can threaten the consummation of the transaction. Much of our success stems from our ability to help buyers and sellers negotiate financial and non-financial issues.

COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION:

As a registered buyer you will have access to detailed information on each acquisition opportunity to the extent authorized by the seller. The business review typically includes an executive summary, business history, dealer financial statements, facility photos, market analysis, asset and equipment list, demographic information, and financial history.

We originate, identify and screen prospective acquisition candidates based on your defined criteria. We target buyers nationally or regionally by brand, price, pre-sale opportunities and or market size by utilizing our proprietary, highly accurate database.

INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE:

Frequent contact with buyers and sellers involved in recent transactions keeps us informed of market conditions and makes us uniquely aware of what dealerships are currently selling for.

PERIODIC UPDATES:

As a registered buyer you will have the ability to receive regular notification from us about dealerships, which we believe may meet your acquisition criteria.

BROAD MARKET ACCESS:

We have established offices in California, Florida, Michigan, New York and Texas to serve our clients with national reach and local market familiarity. We have a reputation that enables us to quickly and discretely access key decision makers and current opportunities.

WE ASSIST BUYERS WITH THE FOLLOWING:

Draft the offer to purchase.

Contract negotiations and closing.

Interface with attorneys and accountants.

Establish financing relationships.

Support the Transaction.

OUR DEALS ARE SOLID

“I have worked with National Business Brokers in numerous transactions in which my clients have purchased and sold dealerships. In each of these sales I found NBB to be very professional and most helpful in both finding buyers and sellers and in facilitating the closing of the sale.”

– Jim Krueger, Attorney at law Tacoma, Washington

“National Business Brokers was the difference in converting once in a lifetime opportunities into a reality for a number of our dealer clients who were fortunate enough to take advantage of their integrity, knowledge and all important contacts in the automotive industry.”

– Jeff Forsberg, Peterson & Sullivan PLLC Seattle, Washington

“My experience with NBB and Jeff Rochwarger has been very creditable, positive and productive. I find Jeff to be highly professional, very polite, well informed, truthful and he possesses a solid understanding of the industry. He matched a qualified knowledgeable buyer with a knowledgeable seller. The net result was a good business transaction for both. I highly recommend Jeff.”

– Anthony F. Serra Birmingham, Alabama

“My family has enjoyed a long time association with Brady Schmidt, Gary Mull and the entire team at National Business Brokers spanning two decades. A superior level of professionalism, industry knowledge and attention to detail has been maintained throughout all of our transactions. The marketing efforts on their part seem tireless, and throughout the buy sell process I felt as though I was their most important client. I would eagerly recommend their services to anyone selling or purchasing a dealership.”

– Greg Bozzani Dealer and a satisfied customer

A PARTIAL LIST OF OUR COMPLETED TRANSATIONS

Newport Beach Rolls Royce Newport Beach, CAHawaii Auto Group Honolulu, HIParr Ford Mazda Bremerton, WAAlfonso Cadillac Portland, ORMenlove Toyota Bountiful, UTJohn and Phil’s Toyota Subaru Corvallis, ORLaFontaine Nissan Highland, MICox Ford New Richmond, WIParr Hyundai Volkswagen Bremerton, WABud Kouts Chevrolet Lansing, MIVollman Ford Portland, MIGrand Honda Chicago, ILHuling Brothers Seattle, WAMann Nissan Adrian, MIHyundai of Cartersville Cartersville, GABill Hoffman Chevrolet Molalla, ORPasco Nissan Pasco, WATaylorsville Chrysler Dodge Taylorsville, NCAnaheim Hyundai Anaheim, CAEnumclaw Chrysler Dodge Jeep Enumclaw, WAAnaheim Mazda Anaheim, CACal Worthington Chevrolet Sacramento, CARoberts Chrysler Plymouth Jeep Hillsboro, ORCrown Lexus Ontario, CACrown Toyota Ontario, CARio Valley Ford Espanola, NMLynn Alexander’s Autoplex San Angelo, TXPuget Sound Chrysler Dodge Jeep Renton, WAGonzales Chrysler Dodge Jeep Espanola, NMRoberts Dodge Eugene, ORBoyland Toyota Redding, CAEastman Chrysler Plymouth Jeep Bountiful, UTPonderosa Chrysler Jeep Coeur D Alene, IDPasadena Mercedes Pasadena, CAAuburn Chevrolet Auburn, WA Dick Donelley Lincoln Mercury Reno, NVHarriman Imports Mercedes Escondido, CAFullington Chevrolet Buick Cadillac St. Mary’s, PABell Road Mazda Mitsubishi Phoenix, AZPalmer Imports Mercedes Long Beach, CABuff Auto Center Newberg, ORSaddleback BMW Irvine, CASelect Ford Hood River, ORPomona Valley Dodge Pomona, CAVancouver Nissan Vancouver, WACal Worthington Ford Claremont, CAFerstl Chrysler Plymouth Jeep Houston, TXPomona Toyota Pomona, CAGrant Peterson Automall Mountain Home, IDLightfoot Dodge Walla Walla, WABoard Ford Whittier, CAGrimes Motors Helena, MTBMW Seattle Seattle, WAQuaid Automotive Group Riverside, CABoone Ford Olympia, WADixon Ford Carlsbad, CAFalcone Honda Las Vegas, NVLong Beach Toyota Long Beach, CASilverthorne Pontiac Buick Cad. GMC Silverthorne, CO Tom Naso Mazda Roswell, GAPonderosa Dodge Kalispell, MTPalo Alto Nissan Palo Alto, CADale Walker Ford Newport, ORBlue Mountain Nissan Walla Walla, WAJ.P. Thibodeaux Nissan Lake Charles, LAMelody Toyota Vacaville, CAKen Burnham Chevrolet Minden, LASalem Nissan Salem, ORHarley Davidson Portland, ORBarton Cadillac Coeur D’Alene, IDTuttle Click Hyundai Irvine, CAPierce’s Dodge Honda Great Falls, MTRon Barber Auto Sales Fairfield, CALee Galles Lexus Albuquerque, NM

Wendell Ford Sales Waynesburg, OHDick Houston Ford Pine River, MNGarden Grove Nissan Garden Grove, CAIrvine Nissan Irvine, CANorth Valley Volkswagen Denver, COPerformance Mazda Houston, TXKayser Chrysler Dodge Jeep Stoughton, WIGrand Ledge Ford Lincoln Grand Ledge, MICovina Valley Kia Covina, CAHaddad Jeep Bakersfield, CAKendall Chevrolet Vancouver, WARocky Top Chevrolet Lenoir City, TN Renfro Nissan Acura BMW Bakersfield, CABeaverton Nissan Beaverton, ORZarounian Cadillac Oldsmobile Visalia, CAKayser Chrysler Dodge Jeep Stoughton, WIAnaheim Lincoln Mercury Anaheim, CALarry Schronce Ford Taylorsville, NCSunnyvale Hyundai Sunnyvale, CAJim Rathmann Chevrolet Melbourne, FLLompoc Honda Lompoc, CAFairfield Infiniti Volvo Fairfield, CAGMC Pontiac of Syracuse Syracuse, NYGrand Prize Cadillac Pontiac GMC Nanuet, NY Wilmington Hyundai Mitsubishi Wilmington, NCAll American Chevrolet San Angelo, TXPalmdale Volkswagen Mazda Palmdale, CAStultz Chevrolet Brookville, PAAuburn Toyota Auburn, CAAlvin Dodge Alvin, TXReedman’s Auto World Langhorne, PAMetro Toyota Chicago, ILDowntown Seattle Nissan Seattle, WADC Marshall Sullivan, INLake Jackson Honda Lake Jackson, TXHilltop Auto Center St. Croix Falls, WI Tri-County Ford Mercury Arcade, NYHall Hyundai Newport News, VIFreedom Ford Mercury Centre, ALTanner Kia West Palm Beach, FLWhatley Toyota Orangeburg, SCPaul Sherry Chevrolet Piqua, OHSisson Nissan Wheeling, WVShow Low Pontiac GMC Buick Nissan Show Low, AZValley Infiniti Modesto, CABobby Gale CDJ Loris, SCCowboy Corral Grand Junction, COForno Saab Endicott, NY Kinston CDJ Nissan Kinston, NCLakewood Mazda Lakewood, COLynn Hershberger Dealerships Waynesboro, PALeesburg Hyundai Leesburg, VASanta Ana Hyundai/Isuzu Santa Ana, CABill Hazelette Chevrolet Kent, WASanta Monica Mitsubishi Santa Monica, CASutherland Motors (Mercedes) Spokane, WAHickey Motors Silverthorne, COHyundai of Renton Renton, WAMoore Dodge Walla Walla, WASigner Motors Corvallis, OR Grizzly Auto Center Missoula, MTForest Grove Chevrolet Forest Grove, ORCrown Dodge Filmore, CAKia of Huntington Beach Huntington Beach, CABonanza Chrysler Jeep Post Falls, IDVictorville Nissan Victorville, CAPower Chevrolet Helena, MTMax’s Honda Casper, WYFairfield Dodge Fairfield, CAFriendly Chevrolet Tacoma, WASuzuki of Riverside Riverside, CAMountain View Chevrolet Mountain View, ORJoe Welty Ford Wenatchee, WA

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