Cornerstone Auto has become a well established neighbor to Elk River, Plymouth, and Monticello areas providing our customers with top brands of new and used vehicles including Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, KIA, Chevrolet, and Ford. As one of the largest automobile dealerships in Minnesota and the Twin Cities area, we are committed to customers satisfaction and strive to help with peace of mind when purchasing their next vehicle or in the need of vehicle service and maintenance by creating a safe informative and honest experience.
THE CORNERSTONE COMMITMENT
At Cornerstone Auto, we are passionate about what we do and are committed to your peace of mind when purchasing a new vehicle or servicing a vehicle you already have.
The benefits of purchasing a car with Cornerstone Auto brings over 1250 new and pre-owned vehicles with the brand you need, with the budget you can afford. No pressure sales guarantees and competitive financing make buying easy and affordable. With our 110% Price Match Guarantee allows for you to get the best value the market can offer.
Other benefits include new vehicle guarantees, complimentary vehicle history reports on used vehicles, certified inspection reports, compimentary diagnostic services, and more. There’s even a complimentary car wash with every service visit!
OUR STORY
Although the name Cornerstone has only been around for the past few years, we’re a family owned business that’s over 50 years old. The company was founded in the early 1960’s when Oran Powell built Brookdale Ford, in Brooklyn Center, the largest Ford dealership in Minnesota for more than 35 years. Over time, the company grew to include numerous Ford and Chrysler-Plymouth dealerships in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa.
In 1972 we acquired Elk River Ford, our longest continuously operating store. Scott Powell, Oran’s son, became owner and operator in 1983. We expanded in Elk River with a Chrysler and Dodge franchise in 1989, followed by Jeep in 1998, and finally KIA in 2009. Today, we are the only new car dealer within eight miles of Elk River. Since 2010, Cornerstone has added a pre-owned location in Plymouth and a Chevrolet store in Monticello. A third generation of Powell’s is now continuing the family legacy of automobile dealership management.
Even though Cornerstone Automotive has become a strong and successful business, we cannot stand still. And we aren’t. Change is constant, maybe especially so in the car business. Customer preferences, economic conditions, new car models, technology, competition and, lately, the Internetare reshaping the auto landscape. Even though there will always be change, our values will hold true. Determination, hard work, doing what’s right, striving always to improve, and a deep commitment to serving others – these are the things that will continue to define who we are and who we will be.
We are a faith based organization that is honored to serve everyone, regardless of their religious affiliation. We live our beliefs through acting in accordance with our Mission and Values Statements. Our Cornerstone Team is the most valuable asset we have and they are the reason for our success. We are a family run business and treat our customers the way we want to be treated. We are Cornerstone Automotive; this is who we are and what we do…Every day.
OUR HISTORY
Cornerstone Auto has a rich and unique history of being family owned, a commitment to customers, and creating long lasting relationships with our customers and their families for generations. Learn more about Cornerstone Auto by viewing the videos below.
OUR MISSION, PURPOSE, & VALUES
At Cornerstone Auto, we have strived to build a business on good values and treating people the way that you would want to be treated. Our faith based family-owned business has become a basis for our mission, our purpose and has allowed us to create values that we enstill in our employees daily.
OUR MISSION:
Cornerstone Auto operates on Christian-based principles. We know of no better role model than Jesus Christ. The life He led inspires us. He made
his relationship to people his top priority. It is our desire to do the same. The principles he taught are the foundation for our decisions. We respect
the uniqueness of all people and we serve the Lord by treating employees and customers the way we would want to be treated, with honesty
and integrity. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business and serve you and your vehicle. Thank you.
OUR PURPOSE:
We help people live life to the fullest – safely, with peace of mind.
WE HELP PEOPLE GET WHERE THEY WANT TO GO,</ class=”abs-center”span> DO WHAT THEY NEED TO DO.
- Hold a job, get a degree, build a career.
- Go across town. Or see all of America.
- Whenever they want.
WE HELP PEOPLE CONNECT
- Moms, dads, kids. Friends, colleagues, and customers.
- Together for fun or work, then home again.
- Whenever they want.
WE GIVE PEOPLE PEACE OF MIND.
- To travel comfortably
- To go safely, worry free.
- Whenever they want.
OUR VALUES:
WE
VALUE OUR RELATIONSHIPS.
With each other, our customers and our communities.
DO WHAT’S RIGHT, WHAT’S HONEST.
No excuses, no shortcuts.
AIM FOR EXCELLENCE.
Do the ordinary extraordinarily well.
LISTEN.
To really understand.
TAKE ACTION.
Now, not later. Keep things easy, enjoyable.
SHOW RESPECT.
Hear the questions, concerns and insights of all.
WORK AS TEAMS.
Mobilize the power of “us” to deliver on our promises.
STRIVE TO IMPROVE, LEARN.
Ask questions. Stay curious.
GREET EACH DAY WITH GRATITUDE.
CELEBRATE WHAT WE DO TOGETHER.
Help others live life to the fullest – safely, with peace of mind
What Our Customers Are Saying!
DealerRater
Feb 18, 2019
We had a great experience working with Mike. He made everything so simple for us. The team worked together to get us the best finance option. We will be back again!
DealerRater
Feb 16, 2019
I had by far the BEST experience ever. Danny was the BEST EVER, make sure you ask for him. So happy- I will be back!!!!
DealerRater
Feb 15, 2019
We have been dealing with Cornerstone since 2015 and have purchased 3 vehicles from them now. Very good customer service in all departments. They listen, unlike some other local dealers. We highly recommend them.
DealerRater
Feb 13, 2019
We had the most wonderful experience working with Mike Zwilling. He helped us get a vehicle the same day we came in and made our visit from Brainerd well worth the drive! We will definitely be going back to see him for our next vehicle! I would highly recommend this place to all my family and friends! Thanks again Mike!!!!
Google
Feb 8, 2019
Friendly people and willing to help you.
DealerRater
Feb 8, 2019
Always treated fairly From good people at a fair price I like their planning they always get my car done on time I would never take my car anywhere else I feel I always get treated righ!!
DealerRater
Feb 8, 2019
It was great working with Mike Zwilling on our new 2019 Jeep Rubicon! We have purchased several vehicles from Mike and as usual, it was great!
Google
Feb 4, 2019
I recently bought a new (to me) Jeep! Duane Fletcher helped me through the whole process! He put me in exactly what I wanted, but it was a process of his awesome customer service skills! I went in with an idea of exactly what I thought I wanted. He listened to my wants and dislikes and put me in a Jeep thats perfect for my boys and I!! ❤️❤️ Thank you so much!! I will most certainly be back! Also shout out to Chase in the financing department! He got everything where it needed to be for me financially! Thank you guys! !!
Cars
Feb 3, 2019
We have now purchased 3 vehicles from Cornstone. everyone is very professional and very willing to help. Every single person has been a ton of help with our purchases and any vehicle issues we had. Connor the service manager is very helpful and cares very much about his job and customers. Marty is a superb manager and works very hard to be sure all customers are happy even though some customers just can’t be helped because of their own personalities and they way they want to approach the situation. I am a life long customer as they all have treated us very good. We highly recommend this dealer and no we are not employees at the dealer. We have however built some very good relationships with some of the employees. Thank you.
Cars
Feb 3, 2019
Once again Conor and his team did an excellent job of taking care of our vehicle repairs and maintenance. Good customer service seems to be getting harder to find these days but not with the crew at Cornerstone.
DealerRater
Feb 3, 2019
We are very thankful for Cornerstone. We didn’t feel this way 3 years ago when the dealer was under different management. Since then management has changed and has become superb. We have now purchased 3 different vehicles from this dealer and will continue to do so. Thank you to everyone at the dealer including Connor the service manager. Without him, we would still be stuck in a lemon.
Cars
Jan 24, 2019
I appreciated receiving a text from Ivan Garcia that it would soon be time to do maintenance on my vehicle. The regular items were taken care plus a bit more, which was detailed to me by Ivan. Customer service is really important to the people working here. Thanks.
Yelp
Jan 24, 2019
I appreciated receiving a text from Ivan Garcia that it would soon be time to do maintenance on my vehicle. The regular items were taken care plus a bit more, which was detailed to me by Ivan. Finished in a timely manner. Thanks.
Cars
Jan 24, 2019
I appreciated receiving a text from Ivan Garcia that it would soon be time to do maintenance on my vehicle. The regular items were taken care plus a bit more, which was detailed to me by Ivan. Customer service is really important to the people working here. Thanks.
DealerRater
Jan 22, 2019
Had 8 recalls done in less than 24 hours. Truck runs great now. Bernie was great. Just leased a 2019 Ford Edge and had nothing but a pleasant experience with Danny G. Helped us through our struggle and worked to get us a great deal. It’s appreciated.
Cars
Jan 18, 2019
Service was outstanding. We have three cars we service here. Ivan Garcia was great to work with. he know what his doing with customer yall be bless with him at your company
Cornerstone Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
17219 Highway 10 NW
Elk River,
MN
Phone: (763) 441-2300
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