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Matthew Sanderson acquires Indiana Ford dealership

Matthew Sanderson acquires Indiana Ford dealership

Tim Lamb Group facilitated the sale of Auto Park Ford of La Porte to first-time dealership owner Matthew Sanderson, marking his first dealership ownership opportunity. Sanderson will operate the store as La Porte Ford, with Jonathon O’Dell serving as General Manager. The transaction closed Aug. 17, 2026, with Sanderson planning to retain the dealership’s entire staff and make additional facility upgrades to meet current Ford requirements.

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Deal Details:

Seller: Ken Norris, Dealer Principal of Auto Park Ford of La Porte

Buyer: Matthew Sanderson

Transaction Date: August 17, 2026

Acquired/Rebranded Dealership(s):

  • Auto Park Ford of La Porte → La Porte Ford

Advisor/Facilitator: Tim Lamb Group (Bob Wolfbauer represented the seller; Chris Infantino represented the buyer)

Legal Counsel: Not disclosed

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