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Leslie Doggett Auto Group Acquires Russell & Smith Ford, Honda Dealerships, and Major Ford Parts Distribution Business
The Leslie Doggett Auto Group is proud to announce the acquisition of Russell & Smith Ford, Honda, and Collision Center operations, as well as one of the nation's top five wholesale Ford and Honda parts distribution businesses. Located just one mile south of Houston's world-renowned Texas Medical Center at the 610 South Loop and Main Street, the acquisition was made from the Mike Smith and Chase Smith families.
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