Before Brown Pontiac, and the Central Avenue Strip, there were various residences, small businesses, and some woods between Reynolds and Holland-Sylvania. C.L. Bleckner lived at 5625 Central.

The property was acquired by the Brown family in 1971. Kistler Ford had already been established on the east side of the property by this time. Brown Pontiac opened in 1972.

“Pontiac hits end of the road after 82 years“

After GM shut down the Pontiac brand, Brown continued on at this location selling Mazda and Mitsubishi.

In 2022 the location was used as a pre-owned lot by Brown.

In 2023 the lot was vacant and as of this post remains vacant.

Brown Motor Sales – Beginnings

Opened in 1926 at 505 Main Street. Moved to 417 Main Street in 1939, and again to 901 Front Street in 1950.

505 Main Street

417 Main Street

901 Front Street