80th Milestone Year at Parker GMC

In 2026, the Parker Auto Group is preparing for its 80th year serving Carteret County and the surrounding Newport and Havelock areas. Since we opened our doors in 1947, the Parker Auto Group has strived to take the hassle out of car-shopping and offer an elite buying experience to our customers.

Come See What Sets Us Apart

This year, we look forward to celebrating our 80th Anniversary! Customers are invited to visit either of our Morehead City locations to find out why we’ve outlasted so many of our competitors. Simply put, we do car-buying and auto maintenance differently. Whether you’re here for a routine service visit or purchasing a new vehicle, you’ll be greeted like family by a team of experienced customer service professionals, manufacturer-certified technicians, and auto finance experts. Few new car dealers near Beaufort can offer personalized guidance every step of the way — before, during, and after the sale. 

Parker Auto Group: Committed to Excellence Since 1947

Formed in 1947, the Parker Auto Group was founded by Dick Parker with a dealership near the present-day Yacht Basin in Morehead City. Since then, the group has grown to include two dealerships – Parker Buick GMC and Parker Honda, both of Morehead City. 

Reaching the 80-year milestone represents much more than longevity for the Parker family. It reflects the relationships built with generations of customers, employees and community members who have helped a small local dealership grow into one of the region’s most trusted automotive groups.

Three Generations and Counting

“Eighty years in business is something our family is incredibly proud of, but this anniversary is really about the people who made those 80 years possible,” said Brian Parker, General Manager of the Parker Auto Group. “Our customers have a choice when it comes to where they purchase and service their vehicles, and we never take for granted that so many families throughout Eastern North Carolina continue to choose Parker.”

Since its inception, Parker Auto Group has strived to make the car-buying experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible. While vehicles, technology and the automotive industry have changed dramatically since 1947, the company’s emphasis on personal service and long-term customer relationships has remained constant.

For many Parker customers, those relationships now span multiple generations, with children and grandchildren returning to the same family-owned dealership where their parents and grandparents purchased vehicles.

Make Us Your Go-To New Car Dealer in Morehead City

If the time is right to upgrade your ride with a pre-owned or new vehicle,  why settle for anything less than the very best? Contact us if you’d like to learn more about what we offer, and then stop by one of our Morehead City locations to help us celebrate 80 years of excellence!