100 Years of Anderson Automotive | Abingdon, VA Dealer

Anderson Buick GMC — Celebrating Our 100 Year Anniversary

This year marks 100 years of success for Anderson Automotive, founded by Arthur "A.D." Anderson! A.D. started with only one Chevrolet dealership which quickly grew to include Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, Mercedes-Benz, Lancia, Borgward, and BMW. As time passed, A.D. welcomed many trustworthy salesmen into the Anderson organization including Bill Mortimer who started in 1949 and bought the dealership from A.D. in 1962.

Mortimer renamed the dealership as "Bill Mortimer's Anderson Oldsmobile" and chose to keep the Anderson name because of its extraordinary brand equity and attained national recognition in 1987 as the number one Oldsmobile dealer in the country.

Today, Anderson Automotive remains in Bel Air North, MD, where everything started so many years ago and now consists of Buick , GMC , and Honda franchises with exceptional service and body shop businesses. The Anderson name continues to be recognized for its outstanding customer service and reputation for getting Maryland drivers from Owings Mills, Towson, and Timonium , the vehicles they need and want.

Anderson Automotive Timeline

1919 A.D. Anderson opens his first Chevrolet dealership in Bel Air North.
Over the years he expanded his operation to four General Motors dealerships, two Chevy and two Oldsmobile stores.

We are Proud to Be a Premium Auto Dealer Maryland Drivers Can Trust

As with most automotive retailers, we had humble beginnings. However, what started out as a small company grew exponentially as we built a reputation for ourselves. Our claim to fame is owed to two main factors. We keep a diverse portfolio of luxury cars and SUVs in stock at all times, and we provide essential services to make the most of ownership or lease. Together, these qualities enable our team to address all our customers' needs—and our history is a testament to our achievements at our dealerships near Towson and Bel Air, MD.

We Will Keep on Supporting Our Community

Drivers all around Bel Air North, from Owings Mills to Parkville, MD, and now all over Harford County, choose our dealership not only because of our first-class products and services. We are a popular destination because we bolster the community through outreach programs. By working with local residents, we demonstrate that we are more than just your ordinary car dealer. We have a kinship with our region and want to nurture a better environment for everyone living nearby.

1949 Bill Mortimer starts as a salesman at Anderson Oldsmobile.
1954 Bill Mortimer is promoted to General Manager.
1962 Bill Mortimer purchases Anderson Oldsmobile.

1972 Bruce Mortimer (Bill’s son begins his auto career at Anderson Olds).
1987-1994 Bruce and Bill acquired Pontiac, GMC, Chevrolet and Honda franchises.

2002 Anderson opens a new Buick-Pontiac-GMC location in Cockeysville/Hunt Valley.
2005 Anderson HUMMER opens nextdoor.

2010 Following the General Motors bankruptcy and reorganization, Anderson repositions the remaining GM franchises, Buick and GMC, at a new facility in Cockeysville/Hunt Valley.
2010 Anderson completes an extensive renovation and expansion of its Collision Center in Bel Air North at Howard & 25th Street.
2023 Anderson expands to Harford County with the acquisition of Boyle Buick GMC, now named Anderson of Abingdon.

Anderson of Abingdon Showroom in Abingdon MD

Form a Lasting Relationship with Our Team Today

Our 100-year anniversary is proof that we are here to stay, so if you want to conduct business with a dealership you can trust, then look no further. Anderson Buick GMC is the destination for you. Learn more about us by speaking personally with our staff.

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