Dealership Brokering Process

For 46 years GW Marketing Services has utilized a comprehensive and successful methodology to assist buyers and sellers in the negotiation and acquisition of automotive dealerships. We’ve sold over 400 dealerships and have the highest loyalty rating in the industry.

Phase 1—Initial Meetings

Confidential Dealer Meeting

Dealer Valuation Discussion

Agreement for Services (Listing) Signed

Phase 2—Relevant Information Collection

Gather Market & Financial Data

Create Marketing Strategy

Prepare Marketing Materials

Phase 3—Qualified Buyer Selection

Select Qualified Buyers from GWMS Database

Place Blind Ad in Trade Publications

Initiate Buyer Contacts

Qualify Interested Buyers

Coordinate Personal Meetings & Site Tours

Phase 4—Define Offers & Acceptance

Negotiate The Deal

Draft Letters of Intent

Consummate Negotiations

Draft Purchase & Sale Agreement

Execute Purchase & Sale Agreement

Buyer Begins Due Diligence

Phase 5—Approval Process

Submit Purchase Agreement to OEM

Assist Buyer & Seller with OEM Application Docs

Obtain OEM Approval