Bianchi Subaru, Inc. v. Commonwealth, State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Dealers & Salespersons

Opinion by

Senior Judge Barbieri,

Bianchi Subaru, Inc. (Bianchi) appeals an order of the State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Dealers and Salespersons (Board) dismissing its petition protesting the locating of a new dealership in its market area.

Penn Jersey Subaru, Inc. (Penn Jersey) is the authorized distributor of Subaru parts and vehicles for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Pursuant to a dealership agreement with Penn Jersey dated February 14, 1986, Bianchi is an authorized Subaru dealer.

By letter dated and received on December 10, 1986, Penn Jersey notified Bianchi of its intention to…