The Jim Hudson Automotive Group has acquired Scott Will Toyota, a top-performing dealership in Sumter, SC, from Scott Will.
The transaction, finalized Sept. 5, was facilitated by Ozog Consulting Group (OCG), serving as the exclusive sell-side advisor, which also announced the sale.
The dealership is now known as Jim Hudson Toyota Sumter.
“With the completion of this transaction, the Hudson organization is proud to add one of the finest Toyota dealerships in the state,” said Jim Hudson, founder and CEO of the Jim Hudson Automotive Group.
“Scott’s enthusiasm for the car business, his exemplary leadership and empathy for his employees and customers, are apparent at every level of the dealership,” added Keith Hudson, president of the Jim Hudson Automotive Group.
“Scott Will Toyota is known for its customer-focused and professional employee culture, essential values we share at the Hudson Organization. We welcome Scott Will Toyota employees to the Hudson family, and are grateful for their hard work and talent, and for the Hudson team, in the successful completion of this transaction,” said Hudson.
“As I was evaluating my options with Joe [Ozog] and David [Hacman of OCG], it became clear it was the best time for me to explore other opportunities," said Will. "I am tremendously proud of the business and reputation we built at Scott Will Toyota. This certainly was not an easy decision, but the team at Ozog made it a smooth transaction. I congratulate Jim, Keith and Ken Hudson, and the entire Hudson organization. I look forward to seeing the continued growth of the Toyota brand and additional opportunities for all our talented associates.”
“We are always grateful when a client chooses OCG to assist, guide and advise with their portfolio activities,” said Joe Ozog, president of OCG. “Scott was one of our most treasured clients to represent."
Fred Davenport of Murchison, Taylor & Gibson served as legal counsel and Heather Mueller of PBMares served as the transaction accounting firm to Scott Will Toyota. Skip Hardin Jr. of The McKay Firm served as legal counsel to the Jim Hudson Automotive Group.
