Mathews Honda of Paris has officially changed ownership and is now operating as Dickason Honda of Paris, following its acquisition by Bill Dickason and Steve Hall from the Mathews Auto Group.
“Some of you have noticed online — Mathews Honda is now Dickason Honda of Paris.” said Dickson Honda of Paris online. “The team you know, the service department you’ve trusted, and the people who answer the phone are all the same. This community is exactly why this dealership is what it is — and it’s a real privilege to keep serving Paris and the surrounding region.”
John Mathews will retain ownership of his Nissan dealership in Paris, reaffirming his long-term commitment to his employees, the community and the Nissan brand.
The transaction represents a strategic decision by Mathews to reallocate capital into the full-size truck segment while continuing to invest in and serve the Paris market.
John Mathews, Dealer Principal of Mathews Auto Group, shared, “When I contacted Haig Partners, my sole goal was to find a buyer who would commit to our brand, franchise, people and community. Derek Garber lived up to the reputation for which Haig Partners is known. I congratulate Bill Dickason and Steve Hall, two highly respected operators in the Texas automotive community, on the acquisition.”
Mathews’ story is one that embodies the entrepreneurial spirit of the automotive retail industry.
From dropping out of high school and experiencing homelessness early in life, he worked his way into the business as a lot porter.
Through relentless effort, discipline and belief in himself, he rose through the ranks to General Manager before ultimately taking a leap of faith alongside his longtime business partner, Tim Anderson, to become a dealer principal.
Mathews and Anderson have worked together for more than 20 years, beginning at one of the highest-volume Toyota dealerships in the country before building their own operations in Paris, Texas.
“Always bet on yourself and the ones you trust around you,” Mathews added.
Despite the sale of the Honda dealership, Mathews emphasized that his commitment to his team and community remains unchanged.
“We are proud of what we’ve built here,” said Mathews. “Our focus remains on continuing to support our employees, serve our customers and grow our Nissan business here in Paris.”
Dickason Honda of Paris is located at 1505 NE Loop 286, Paris, Texas, 75460
Check out the website at hondaofparis.net
