DETROIT -

A deal between two family-owned Illinois-based groups is Dealer Solutions North America’s first dealership transaction since launching in the U.S. market.

Dealer Solutions North America announced Monday that Monken Auto has acquired an additional location from first-time seller Tyler Jefferson Motors. Monken Auto now represents three new brands. Having already represented brands Nissan, Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Chevrolet, Monken Auto worked with Dealer Solutions to purchase a Toyota, Buick and GMC dealership from Tyler Jefferson Motors.

“Working with a first-time seller, Dealer Solutions was able to help make the transaction go as smoothly as possible for all parties,” Monken Auto president Wes Monken said in a news release. “Our dedicated consultant, Paul Hagan, went above and beyond in this unique deal, coming out on several occasions to help the selling dealership, from inventory to providing guidance, and Farid (Ahmad) was also very involved in facilitating the sale.”

Headquartered in Toronto, in six years, Dealer Solutions said that it has advised on the closing of over 115 dealerships.

“We provide our clients with the highest level of service, guidance and support, through all steps of the buy-sell process,” said Farid Ahmad, chief executive officer of Dealer Solutions North America. “We are keenly aware of the intricacies of all types of dealership transactions, especially for family-owned groups who have such history and investment in the communities they’ve served, and our experience allows us to provide a seamless experience for both sellers and buyers.”