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Performance Brokerage Services Advises on the Sale of Lakeside Chevrolet in Rockwall, Texas to Top-100 Dealership Group, Hiley Automotive Group

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IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 17, 2025 ~ Performance Brokerage Services, the leading dealership brokerage firm in North America, has successfully facilitated the sale of Lakeside Chevrolet in Rockwall, Texas. The dealership was sold by its previous owners, Carol Grady, Michael Grady, and Bob Holliman, to Jason Hiley of Hiley Automotive Group.

Lakeside Chevrolet was established in 1972 by Walter "Pat" Grady and his wife, Carol. Located on Rockwall's bustling auto row with prime frontage on Highway 30, the dealership boasts state-of-the-art amenities and energy-efficient solar panels.

According to Carol Grady, the sale process was smooth and efficient thanks to Eric Scott of Performance Brokerage Services. She stated that from the beginning, she had clearly communicated her criteria and Scott understood exactly what was important to her. After receiving numerous offers over the years, Grady believes that this sale was the perfect fit for her and her family.

Bob Holliman, Dealer Principal of Lakeside Chevrolet and Carol's son-in-law, also expressed his satisfaction with the transaction. He emphasized that finding the right buyer for their long-standing Chevrolet dealership was their top priority. With Scott's help as their exclusive sell-side advisor along with Paul Kechnie of Performance Brokerage Services, they were able to find a highly qualified candidate within a matter of weeks who aligned with their price and parameters.

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Over the past five years, Performance Brokerage Services has advised on nearly 400 dealership sales, solidifying its position as the highest volume dealership brokerage firm in North America. For this particular transaction, Eric Scott and Paul Kechnie served as exclusive sell-side advisors from Performance Brokerage Services' Texas & Midwest Office.

Scott praised Jason Hiley as an outstanding buyer with a proven track record of successful dealerships in the Dallas-Fort Worth market. He stated that when Lakeside Chevrolet became available for sale, Hiley was immediately at the top of their list. Scott also commended Hiley for his patience and commitment throughout the process, which speaks volumes about his business ethics.

Scott also acknowledged Bob Holliman's dedication to Lakeside Chevrolet and the Rockwall community. He stated that they have known Holliman for nearly a decade and his leadership at the dealership has been exceptional. For Carol Grady, finding the right buyer was crucial in preserving the legacy that she and her late husband, Pat, had built over 53 years. Scott is confident that Hiley and his team will continue to honor that legacy and take care of the employees, customers, and community in Rockwall.

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Hiley Automotive Group is a locally owned and family-operated business with over three decades of experience. Founded by Randy Hiley in 1990 with the opening of Hiley Mazda and Hiley Volkswagen in Arlington, Texas, the group is now led by his sons, Jason and Matt. With 14 dealerships across Texas and Alabama representing various brands such as Acura, Audi, Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, Hyundai, Mazda, Subaru, and Volkswagen, Hiley Automotive Group has earned a reputation for its award-winning customer service and employee satisfaction.

Jason Hiley expressed his satisfaction with Performance Brokerage Services' role in this transaction. He stated that he had been working with them for some time to find a Chevrolet dealership in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. He praised Eric Scott for being fantastic to work with throughout the entire process.

Under new ownership, Lakeside Chevrolet will be renamed Hiley Chevrolet but will remain at its current location on South Goliad Street in Rockwall. With this acquisition, Hiley Automotive Group continues to expand its presence as one of the last privately held dealership groups in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The group is currently ranked #92 on Automotive News' Top 150 Dealership Groups based on 2024 new-vehicle retail sales.
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