Fred Beans Automotive Group expanded its presence in Mechanicsburg, PA, by acquiring three dealerships and an auto body shop from Freysinger Automotive, effective Oct. 28.
The acquisition brings Freysinger’s GMC/Buick, Hyundai and Mazda dealerships under the Fred Beans name and rebrands Freysinger’s Body Shop as CARSTAR Fred Beans New Cumberland.
The sale marks a significant shift for both companies, each with deep-rooted family histories and a legacy of customer service and community engagement.
“We knew the Fred Beans Automotive Group was the right steward for our company, community and employees,” said Garry Freysinger, who, alongside his brother Tom, has led Freysinger Automotive, a family business founded by their grandfather in 1924.
Both Fred Beans and Freysinger Automotive share a unique history, beginning with family entrepreneurs who opened gas stations nearly a century apart.
“As soon as I met Fred, he reminded me of my grandfather,” Garry Freysinger said, adding the alignment of values and family-oriented leadership made the decision to sell easier.
Fred Beans expressed a commitment to honoring Freysinger’s community presence while building on its foundations.
“We understand and appreciate the pride the Freysingers have in these Mechanicsburg dealerships and in serving this broader community,” Beans said. “We look forward to preserving and building on their exceptional foundation and established relationships to benefit employees, customers and surrounding partners.”
With this acquisition, the Fred Beans Automotive Group now includes 30 dealerships offering more than 21 brands, along with eight CARSTAR collision centers, two AutoExpress quick-service locations, four AutoRent locations, and the country’s largest dealer-owned parts operation. This addition introduces Buick as a new brand under Fred Beans’ umbrella.
According to Beth Beans Gilbert, vice president of Fred Beans Automotive Group, this growth also means an expanded customer loyalty program through the AutoRewards Club.
“Our growth means an even bigger selection of vehicles for our Fred Beans customers,” said Gilbert, who now serves as the dealer principal of the newly acquired dealerships.
