Walser Automotive Group Acquires Three Dealerships in Minnesota
On September 23, 2026, Walser Automotive Group successfully acquired three dealerships from Metropolitan Corp.:
- Metropolitan Ford of Eden Prairie will now be known as Walser Metropolitan Ford.
- Suburban Chevrolet will be rebranded as Walser Chevrolet Eden Prairie.
- A new name for Freeway Ford is yet to be announced.
Transaction Details
- Seller: Metropolitan Corp.
- Buyer: Walser Automotive Group
- Transaction Date: September 23, 2026
Dealership Rebranding
- Metropolitan Ford of Eden Prairie: Walser Metropolitan Ford
- Suburban Chevrolet: Walser Chevrolet Eden Prairie
- Freeway Ford: New name not disclosed
Advisors and Counsel
- Sell-Side Advisors: Haig Partners, David Ezrilov of Stinson LLP, and Jen Moylan of Withum Inc.
- Buy-Side Legal Counsel: Moore & Van Allen
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Image source: Walser Metropolitan Ford
