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!
Google
Sep 16, 2019
Purchased a F350 from Duane Fletcher. Took care of us from start to finish. Drove away couple months later we had some question. He treated us as it was the same day we purchased the vehicle. Thank You Duane
Google
Sep 14, 2019
We have bought 2 cars from cornerstone of elk river and both experiences were out standing. Our latest visit Rocky Foster was our sales representative and I must say Rocky really does rock. My wife started a new job after being a stay at home mom and student for the past few years so this means money was extremely tight and we needed something that day. Even with our poor credit he was able to get us into a fully loaded 2016 ford escape titanium that day. Words can not Express how grateful we are to be listen to and worked with rather than turned away. I highly suggest going here and if you dont have the greatest credit ask for Rocky Foster and I promise you will not be let down
Google
Sep 14, 2019
Had a great experience yesterday in their Quick Lane area. Brought my car in with a funny noise and just wanted to make sure it wasn’t serious before I went out of town- turns out it was serious and they got the parts fixed within an hour! They also did an oil change by mistake and didn’t charge even though I was due for one next month and offered to pay for it. Then, to top it off they had a $40 off coupon and a free car wash! All without having an appointment- score!! Very happy with the customer service and quick turn around!! Thank you!
Google
Sep 6, 2019
Chris and the guy's at Cornerstone are some GREAT people to work with, I recommend going and talking with them before you go anywhere else!
Google
Sep 2, 2019
I chose Duane Fletcher as my sales associate with a recommendation from my daughter. I am so very happy I did. Duane has great knowledge of his business and worked with great passion to fit me into my vehicle and through financing! I am so very grateful and satisfied with my whole experience !!Ask for Duane Fletcher at Cornerstone, You will be glad like me that you did!Thank You Again Duane!!!
Google
Sep 2, 2019
Rocky at Cornerstone in Elk River is amazing! We got a car at CarHop out of desperation because we had just discharged a bankruptcy in July. The car ended up having some problems so I put bankruptcy in on craigslist and up came cornerstone. Rocky contacted me and assured me he'd be able to help. We made appointment and went in and he was amazing He helped us find a vehicle that we wanted that involved him running inside a couple times. Lol But he got us into a vehicle with the payments we wanted with only $500 down. The process went very smoothly and we are very happy with what we have and how we are treated there. Would definitely recommend!!
Google
Sep 2, 2019
Recently had our Ram in for recalls and a check engine light. Jared in service couldn’t have been more helpful. Fast and quality service.
Yelp
Aug 31, 2019
Mr Rocky Foster, Custom Finance Mgr was a Jem to work with! Straight to the point & no hassle! Met my goals of price and payment And my wants in a vehicle! You have credit issues? He is the guy to work with! Helps that the dealership has phenomenal inventory! Beyond my expectations!
Yelp
Aug 31, 2019
Rocky at Cornerstone in Elk River is amazing! We got a car at CarHop out of desperation because we had just discharged a bankruptcy in July. The car ended up having some problems so I put bankruptcy in on craigslist and up came cornerstone. Rocky contacted me and assured me he'd be able to help. We made an appointment and went in and he was amazing He helped us find a vehicle that we wanted that involved him running inside a couple times. Lol But he got us into a vehicle with the payments we wanted with only $500 down. The process went very smoothly and we are very happy with what we have and how we are treated there. Was able to return the Kia and get the nice Escape instead. Would definitely recommend!!
DealerRater
Aug 31, 2019
Me Rocky Foster, Custom Finance Mgr was beyond phenomenal! Straight to the point, and knowledgable! Was not afraid to take on my horrible credit challenges! Was able to meet my price answer payment goals and my wants in different options. Inventory selections was beyond expectations! You need to come in and see this man!
Cars
Aug 31, 2019
Mr Rocky Foster is the Custom Finance Mgr who worked with my horrible credit! Straight to point and clear on meeting my needs and wants with price Anderson payments. Great inventory! No hassle sales! Awesome team here!
Google
Aug 28, 2019
Sarah rocks!!! She hands down works soooo hard to find my picky husband's favorite truck! Thank you Sarah!!
Google
Aug 27, 2019
Had a wonderful experience getting my vehicle from Cornerstone! We worked with Sarah Artmen, she was very knowledgeable and able to answer every question we had. Highly Recommend, we will be using Sarah and Cornerstone in the future!
Google
Aug 26, 2019
Jeff C an Evan(tech) did a great job explaining how some of the electronics worked on my new F 250. Evan really knows his stuff. In the future if I need someone to explain some electronics I'd like to have Evan do it. GOOD JOB EVAN.
Google
Aug 26, 2019
Service writer Andrea was great! Everything was completed perfectly! Thank you too her!
Cornerstone Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
17219 Highway 10 NW
Elk River,
MN
Phone: (763) 441-2300
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