With the addition of the Buick franchise in 1996, it became clear that the current facilities were inadequate to handle the increased inventory as well as the increase in service and maintenance volume.  

Jay Automotive Group was operating seven facilities (with used cars) in four different locations throughout the Columbus area as well as two body shops and a parts warehouse. The idea of having all of this in one place was very appealing. The challenge was finding a large enough piece of land in a growing area of town.  

Construction began in March 1997 and lasted fifteen months. The Auto Mall had its grand opening in June of 1998. It is the first of its kind in the area and represents the ultimate in sales and service facilities for our customers and employees. In addition to the seven new car franchises and the used car supercenter, there is also a state-of-the-art collision center, a 50,000 square foot parts warehouse and a two-story administration center.