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Swickard Expands Local Footprint with BMW of Portland Acquisition
Jeff Swickard, CEO of Swickard Auto Group, announced he purchased BMW of Portland yesterday from Lithia Motors. The transaction includes both the high-value franchise and its real estate, reaffirming Swickard Auto Group's commitment to Portland at a time when others are leaving the city.
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