Kunes Auto Group has completed the acquisition of two Minnesota dealerships from Jim Paul of Valley Automotive Group. The transaction closed in January 2026 and includes Valley GMC of Hastings and Valley Buick-GMC of Apple Valley. Following the sale, the dealerships have been rebranded as Kunes Valley GMC and Kunes Apple Valley. Performance Brokerage Services represented the seller in the transaction.
Deal Details:
Seller: Jim Paul of Valley Automotive Group
Buyer: Kunes Auto Group
Transaction Date: January 2025
Rebranded Dealerships:
- Valley GMC of Hastings → Kunes Valley GMC
- Valley Buick-GMC of Apple Valley → Kunes Apple Valley Buick GMC
Advisor/Facilitator: Performance Brokerage Services.






