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
Jul 12, 2020
They take care of our Jeep amd Ford.
Google
Jul 2, 2020
The parts staff are great. Haven't bought a car there so I can't really comment on that.
Google
Jul 2, 2020
I would highly recommend the pickle man Wayne. He is a very nice guy and works his butt off to see you in the vehicle you picked.
Yelp
Jul 1, 2020
Just had Ivan @ Cornerstone install 4 new tires, do an alignment, & change the oil on my 2016 Suburban. Ivan is an absolute pleasure to work with. The vehicle done when he said it would be done & he was kind enough to drive me home & pick me up so I could get some work done out of my home office while the work was being performed. Thanks Ivan looking forward to seeing you in about 45 days for another oil change.
Google
Jun 29, 2020
Salesperson was polite, friendly; answered all questions; listened to what I wanted; was understanding and not pushy.
Google
Jun 25, 2020
they got me in and out for a recall faster than the time they estimated and I got a car wash for half price they did a nice job and we're very personable
Google
Jun 23, 2020
We bought a used Dodge Ram from them. Excellent service from the first phone call to walking out with the keys! Sarah helped us all the way and made it easy and comfortable. Thank you so much!
Google
Jun 23, 2020
Good dealership they take care of me even in my custom truck! Love the fact i can go in and get what i need and im treated lile a human. Everyones polite and smiles and makes me feel welcome
Google
Jun 20, 2020
I found the perfect car at Cornerstone Ford. I was very happy with salesman Chris and was treated wonderfully by finance team Eric and Chase. I would highly recommend checking Cornerstone Ford
Yelp
Jun 18, 2020
Excellent, fast, and friendly service! We always trust them with our vehicles. The staff is always so friendly and accommodating, it is always a pleasure to work with them, especially Ivan. Would recommend their services always to anyone!
Google
Jun 16, 2020
Shout out to Josh Sims!! He did a wonderful job at helping our daughter find her dream vehicle. No high pressure sales, gave honest advice and did not rush her decision. Highly recommend Josh for your next vehicle purchase.
DealerRater
Jun 16, 2020
Duane was professional, informed and polite. Must have looked at a dozen cars and finally landed on one. Highly recommend Cornerstone and Duane to anyone needing car!
Google
Jun 8, 2020
Wonderful staff and very easy to deal with.
Cars
Jun 7, 2020
Ivan Garcia was very helpful and friendly and did a good job helping with tires and rebates for my trucks. Very much appreciated the service he offers!
Google
Jun 5, 2020
After a long fiasco at another ford dealership in Saint Cloud with the finance manager not willing to give us the time of day as If we weren’t important even after buying 4 cars from them my father told me to come here since he does business here. We called and spoke to Jon H. one their salesman and he found exactly what we wanted and went to his finance manager and had everything lined up and ready to go within less then 30 mins. Called us back said financing is all done and we set up a time the next ...
Google
May 27, 2020
Nicholas Davis was great! I purchased a 2017 ford escape from him. He made the experience quick & very easy. He was very understanding, patient & kind during the process. I totally recommend Cornerstone Elk River Ford.Ill be back again! Thanks again Cornerstone team & Nick!!!
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