This is an ongoing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
A longtime generational family business in Orange has changed hands.
On Monday, Cavalier Auto Group announced its purchase of Reynolds Chevrolet-GMC-Subaru, a dealership that has been in the Reynolds family since its opening in 1938. It began as a one man Shell service station in 1930 by Chester “Jack” Arthur Reynolds, Sr. and moved to its current location in 1938, selling Pontiacs. Jack’s sons Chester, Jr. and Roy later joined the family business and in 1970 current owner, Chester Jr.’s son Kevin Reynolds, joined the business along with brother Tom. Kevin’s sons, Kevin Jr. and John Reynolds later joined as well.
Over the years, the business has added to its inventory, acquiring the GMC line, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet and Subaru. It has become a beloved local enterprise with a large number of residents purchasing and servicing their vehicles there.
When reached by phone Tuesday John Reynolds declined to comment about the sale, stating he and his family were not prepared to make a statement.
Meanwhile, Cavalier Auto Group announced the purchase via social media Monday and began changing the building signs on Tuesday. In its first post since taking over the Reynolds Facebook page, the Hampton Roads based business said it’s excited to have Cavalier Chevrolet-GMC-Subaru as the newest members of its auto group.
“While our name and ownership may be changing, the friendly faces you’ve come to know and trust are still right here,” they said. “Our team remains the same and we’re committed to continuing the level of service, care and personal attention that the Orange community has come to expect.”
Cavalier Auto Group is a family owned and operated company founded in 1979 with dealerships across the Hampton Roads region and Mt. Airy, MD.
