Sonic Automotive borrows $150 million under 364-day PNC bridge facility
Sonic Automotive entered into a Bridge Facility Credit Agreement with PNC Bank on March 27, 2026, and borrowed the full $150 million available under it. The loan matures on the earlier of 364 days after closing or a refinancing of its existing PNC Mortgage Facility, and carries interest of Term SOFR plus 2.50% or a base rate plus 1.50%. For shareholders, this adds $150 million of short-term debt, with the filing noting customary covenants that could restrict dividends and other payments.
Key points
- Bridge facility totals $150 million, fully drawn on March 27, 2026, from PNC Bank as administrative agent and lender
- Loan matures on the earlier of 364 days after closing or a refinancing of the PNC Mortgage Facility
- Interest is Term SOFR plus 2.50% per annum or base rate plus 1.50%, at the company's option
- Facility can be prepaid without premium or penalty; covenants could restrict indebtedness and dividends
The filing
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