Sutherlin Automotive expands into California with McKenna Subaru acquisition

Originally published in CBT News on October 1st, 2025

Sutherlin Automotive Group has officially entered the California market with the acquisition of McKenna Subaru in Huntington Beach. The purchase marks one of the largest single-point Subaru transactions to date and establishes a major foothold in Southern California. The group plans to significantly expand the dealership’s service and sales operations, aiming to make it the largest Subaru store in the United States.

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Deal Details:
Seller: McKenna Subaru
Buyer: Sutherlin Automotive Group
Transaction Date: September 30, 2025
Rebranded Dealerships:

  • McKenna Subaru → Sutherlin Subaru of Huntington Beach

Advisor/Facilitator: Pinnacle Mergers & Acquisitions (Buy-side advisor)

Brett Sutherlin

Owner & CEO of Sutherlin Automotive Group, Co-Founder of fusionZONE Automotive, Northwood University alumnus, Automotive entrepreneur

https://brettsutherlin.com
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