Bowser Automotive plans to open collision center on William Penn Highway in Murrysville

Bowser Automotive has been a recognized name in the Pittsburgh region since getting its start in the early 1980s. And after three decades of making their home in the Murrysville area, the Bowser family is bringing the business to their hometown.

The company this month purchased a 2.5-acre property on the south side of Route 22 for $3.1 million, according to marketing director Megan Erney. It is the former 84 Lumber site, which was purchased by a group representing Creative Bus Sales for $1.65 million in 2018. At the time, Creative officials said they planned to relocate their Canonsburg facility to Murrysville.

Instead, Erney said it will become a second location for Bowser’s collision repair business.

“Our main collision center is in Jefferson Hills,” Erney said. “This will be a secondary location to serve all makes and models of vehicles.”

Erney said the Route 22 property is easily accessible for customers, and the company’s Monroeville location is less than 3 miles away. The company, started in 1983, is headquartered in Pleasant Hills.

“The Bowser family has been living in the Murrysville area for about 30 years,” Erney said. “They’re very involved in the community and so this seemed like a great opportunity.”

Creative Bus Sales officials could not be reached for comment.