Midwest dealership group offers vehicle owners a trusted local option to sell cars through LutherBuysCars.com.
Luther Automotive has been named a top car dealership in two separate 2026 readers’ choice programs, receiving recognition in the Star Tribune’s Minnesota’s Best program and winning Gold for Auto Dealership in Mpls.St.Paul Magazine’s Best of the Twin Cities Readers’ Poll.
The awards reflect consumer voting rather than industry panel selections. Readers of both publications chose Luther from among competing dealerships across the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro and greater Minnesota region. For a dealership group that has operated in the state for generations, the recognition signals that longtime customers continue trusting the organization with their automotive needs.
“Being recognized by Minnesota consumers in both of these programs is especially meaningful because it reflects the trust our customers have placed in Luther,” said Brennan Brooks, Vice President of Marketing at Luther Automotive. “We want to provide that same trusted experience whether someone is buying a vehicle, servicing a vehicle, trading one in, or simply looking for a convenient way to sell their car.”
That final option has become increasingly relevant as more vehicle owners explore alternatives to traditional private sales. Listing a car online, fielding inquiries from strangers, arranging test drives, and negotiating with buyers who may or may not show up takes time and introduces uncertainty. National online car-buying companies have emerged to fill the gap, but many consumers remain wary of shipping their vehicle to an unfamiliar organization or accepting sight-unseen offers that change at the last minute.
Luther Automotive offers a middle path through LutherBuysCars.com. The platform lets Minnesota vehicle owners enter their car information and receive a value estimate online within seconds. Owners can then schedule an appointment at a nearby Luther location or arrange for vehicle pickup, depending on what works best for their situation.
The process accommodates different needs. Someone trading a vehicle toward a purchase at one of Luther’s dealerships can use the platform to understand their trade-in value before visiting. Someone who simply wants to sell, with no intention of buying another vehicle from Luther, can do that too. The organization purchases cars outright regardless of whether the seller becomes a buyer.
Working with an established local dealership group changes the dynamic compared to transacting with a company headquartered in another state. Luther operates physical locations throughout Minnesota. Staff members live in the communities they serve. If something goes wrong or a question arises after the sale, a local presence exists to address it. That accountability matters to vehicle owners who have heard stories about online transactions that went sideways.
Luther Automotive ranks among the largest families of automobile dealerships in the Midwest. The organization represents multiple brands across new and pre-owned inventory, maintains service departments, and has built infrastructure that supports vehicle acquisition at scale. When Luther buys a car through the platform, the vehicle typically enters inventory at one of its dealerships or moves through established wholesale channels. The operational depth behind the offer differs from smaller buyers who may lack the capacity to handle volume or honor commitments.
The Star Tribune’s Minnesota’s Best program has run for years, surveying readers across dozens of categories from restaurants to professional services to automotive. Winning or placing in the program signals broad consumer awareness and positive sentiment. The Mpls.St.Paul Magazine poll operates similarly, drawing votes from readers who frequent local businesses and form opinions based on direct experience.
Both awards landing in the same year reinforces the consistency of customer experience across Luther’s locations. A dealership group can win one recognition through a strong year or a particularly engaged customer base. Winning two suggests something more durable.
For vehicle owners curious about what their car might be worth, the process at LutherBuysCars.com starts with basic information: year, make, model, mileage, and condition. The platform returns a value estimate that reflects current market conditions. Owners who want to proceed can schedule next steps directly through the site.
The combination of local presence, operational scale, and consumer trust positions Luther as a credible alternative for Minnesota drivers who want convenience without the unknowns that come with national online buyers. The 2026 awards from Star Tribune readers and Mpls.St.Paul Magazine readers offer third-party validation that the organization continues delivering on the reputation it has built over decades in the Twin Cities market.
Vehicle owners can visit the official site to receive a value estimate for their car.
Contact Details:
Business: Luther Auto
Contact Name: Luther Automotive Group
Contact Email: luthermarketing@lutherauto.com
Website: https://lutherbuyscars.com/
Country: United States
