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CYD39.410-0.08%
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AutoNation acquires two Fletcher Jones dealerships in Chicago

By CBT News September 18, 2025
The Presidio Group

Image source | Mercedes-Benz of Chicago

AutoNation has expanded its presence in the Chicago market with the purchase of Mercedes-Benz of Chicago and Fletcher Jones Audi from Fletcher Jones Automotive Group. The acquisition, which closed on September 15, 2025, brings AutoNation’s footprint in the area to nine dealerships. The Presidio Group served as the exclusive buy-side advisor on the transaction.

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Deal Details:

Seller: Fletcher Jones Automotive Group
Buyer: AutoNation
Transaction Date: September 15, 2025
Rebranded Dealerships:

  • Mercedes-Benz of Chicago → Mercedes-Benz of Chicago (name retained)
  • Fletcher Jones Audi → Audi of Chicago

Advisor/Facilitator: The Presidio Group (exclusive buy-side advisor)

Legal Counsel:

  •  Buyer: Coleman Edmunds, Thomas Mila & Julie Morgan (in-house) and David R. Clark (Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP)
  • Seller: Jeff Roberts & Emily Dillow (Underwood & Roberts LLP)
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