About Bel Air Partners

Bel Air Partners has redefined the role of financial advisor for the automotive retailing industry. As the industry evolved from the corner gas station to mega dealers, a need emerged for a more sophisticated financial services firm. Bel Air Partners has answered that call. We provide Wall Street investment banking sophistication with the experience and common sense of a successful car dealer.

By applying unmatched market intelligence, analytical strength and extensive transaction experience, Bel Air Partners devises strategies that achieve growth and liquidity while maximizing asset values. Since its founding in mid 1998, Bel Air Partners has led the nation in initiating, negotiation and closing major transactions with the country's largest automotive consolidations. Sheldon Sandler, founder of Bel Air Partners, is widely quoted in the nation's leading newspapers and magazines as the foremost expert in the industry.

Industry Expertise

Bel Air Partners is proud to be recognized by leading auto retailers as the most sought-after financial consultant and investment resource in the industry.

The reason is clear. We understand the complexities of automobile retailers We know that valuations are based on more than past financial results. They are also dependent on brand, geographic region and industry perception. We understand the significance of product mix and departmental contributions to profitability. And, we appreciate the importance of retaining good employees.

At Bel Air, we spend all of our working days analyzing, marketing and negotiating on behalf of our clients -- automotive dealers. We are sought after as speakers for "20 Groups," state associations and other industry-related venues where we cover valuations, industry trends, exit opportunities and other relevant financial issues affecting the dealership community.

Confidentiality Protected

Rule one at Bel Air is to maintain the confidentiality of our clients. The value of a dealership, factory relationships and employee productivity all suffer when rumors spread. Our preparation and analysis is done in total privacy. We approach potential buyers or other financing sources only after the client has given approval.

There are times when an acquirer required confidentiality. We approach target dealerships for acquisition-minded consolidators who want anonymity. Bel Air provides a full range of services from initiating discrete inquires to negotiating the terms and conditions of sale.