After over 70 years of operation, Babb Ford will be saying goodbye to Reed City.

The dealership and service center are reportedly closing on July 21, but will continue operation following through Fox Motors. This includes the certified service center and pre-owned vehicle sales.

"This is exciting news," Babb Ford President Bob Horan said. "The Fox Ford Service Center will allow the Reed City community to continue to purchase genuine authorized Ford parts installed by certified factory trained mechanics, which is very important to Babb Ford."

Reed City will become the third location for Fox Motors in Michigan, joining Traverse City and Cadillac.

According to Fox Motors Northern Michigan Division Director Nick Dieleman, most of the Babb Ford staff will be hired to stay at the location.

“We are very excited to be a part of the Reed City community and to continue to service the loyal customer in the market area,” Dieleman said.