Porsche dealership opening in Wilmington

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Wilmington is getting a new luxury car dealership.

Charleston-based Baker Motor Company bought Porsche Fayetteville and is moving the dealership to New Centre Drive in Wilmington, according to a news release.

Baker Motor Company also operates BMW of Wilmington, which is where Porsche Wilmington will begin sales and service operations starting tomorrow.

Construction of a 22,000 square foot facility adjacent to BMW of Wilmington is scheduled to start this spring. The showroom will features the newest Porsche models, 14 service bays and a two-story parts departments.

“We are thrilled to bring Porsche to Wilmington. It has been an absolute pleasure over the past year and a half to be a part of the Wilmington community, and we’re eager to expand the luxury automotive offerings in coastal North Carolina. The Porsche brand is rapidly growing and continually impressing customers with the finest iconic sports cars, like the 718 Boxster and the 911 Carrera—and versatile SUVs—like the Macan and Cayenne,” said Tommy Baker.

Baker plans to continue to service the Fayetteville area and has bought a vehicle transporter to provide pick-up and delivery for Porsche clients.