November Events

Posted on November 2, 2015 by admin

If you just picked up a new vehicle at Johnson Brothers Ford, you’re ready to head out to November events in Temple, Texas. Even if you attend a toy run on your Harley, you’ll need your vehicle in good running condition so that you can make it to the store to pick up a new toy and maybe even start your Christmas shopping early.

Bell County Toy Run – Ft. Hood Harley-Davidson

The Bell County Toy Run starts at 8:00 a.m. and runs until 2:00 p.m. on November 15, 2015. Be at 3303 N. 3^rd, Temple, Texas with a new, unwrapped toy and ready to roll. Because of the number of bikes that attend these events, you might want to get there around 7-ish. Be advised that Industrial Drive west of IH 35 is closed because of construction. If you are coming Northbound, take Exit 303A for Industrial Boulevard; and Southbound, take Exit 303 for Industrial Boulevard.

Fall Family Formal

Head over to the Gober Party House in Temple, Texas on Saturday, November 14, 2015 for the Fall Family Formal from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Formal wear is required. Enjoy a night of music, dancing, fun and pictures. All ages are welcome. Tickets are available at templeparks.com and are $7 per person. Family photos and concessions will be available for purchase. For more information call (254) 298-5733.

Holiday Craft Bazaar

From 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 7, 2015, stop by the Gober Party House for the Holiday Craft Bazaar. Door prizes are drawn hourly. Stop by to pick up some unique gifts for relatives and special friends. You’ll also be able to pick up some handmade holiday décor. Admission is free for shoppers. If you want to set up a booth, the booth fee is $25. For more information call (254) 298-5474.

Visit Johnson Brothers Ford

Be sure to stop by Johnson Brothers Ford to test drive a new or pre-owned vehicle; or if you’re not ready for another vehicle just yet, give our service department a call to set up an appointment to have your vehicle’s maintenance completed.

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Ford’s SUV Season

Posted on October 22, 2015 by admin

It’s Ford’s SUV season and when you purchase or lease a new SUV from Johnson Brothers Ford, you may be eligible for special lease or finance offers if you finance through Ford. Choose from five different models of crossovers or SUV models including the Ford Edge, Escape, Expedition, Expedition EL and the Explorer.

Convenience Features

Stop by our showroom to test drive any of these vehicles to learn more about the various trim levels and features. Convenience features, depending on trim level, may include express up and down windows, heated power door mirrors, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, consoles with covered storage, overhead consoles, illuminated entry, remote keyless entry, remote vehicle start, cup holders, multi-zone air conditioning, cabin air filters, leather upholstery, heated and ventilated seats and memory for the seats, mirrors and steering wheel.

Safety and Security Features

Depending on which model and trim level you choose, safety and security features could include knee airbags, overhead airbags, side curtain airbags, rollover sensors for the airbags, front and side impact airbags, ABS disc brakes, brake assist, electronic brake distribution, traction control, electronic stability control and a tire pressure monitoring system.

Additional safety and security features may include rear backup cameras, front and rear parking cameras, forward collision mitigation, lane departure warning, blind zone information or alert, automatic headlights, variably intermittent wipers, rear wiper and defroster and fog lights.

Entertainment Features

Entertainment features vary based on the model and trim level; however, many of the vehicles include Bluetooth, an auxiliary port, USB port, AM/FM radio, SiriusXM radio, CD player, MP3 decoder and at least four speakers.

Additional Features

Any of the Ford SUV models may include screens or touch screens of various sizes, navigation, information and data systems and third party apps.

Visit Johnson Brothers Ford

Stop by Johnson Brothers Ford to test drive the SUV or crossover that best fits your family, whether you need a smaller crossover or prefer a larger SUV that seats more than five people. Be sure to ask your salesperson about any lease or finance deals available with the various models and trim levels.

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Cars Under 10k at Johnson Bros. Ford

Posted on October 15, 2015 by admin

If you are in the market for an affordable used vehicle, stop by Johnson Brothers Ford to test drive one or more of the vehicles we have listed for under $10,000. You can drive out of here with a reliable Chevrolet Cruze, Chrysler 300, Nissan Altima or any other used vehicle on the lot.

2011 Chevrolet Cruze

Pick up this front-wheel drive Cruze LTZ for under $10,000. The Chevy Cruze features a 1.4-liter engine and six-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. It is gold mist metallic with a cocoa/light neutral interior and has just over 94,760 miles on it. The Cruze gets 36 mpg* on the highway, so is a great vehicle for commuting or even taking a road trip – and with under 100,000 miles on it, it has a long way to go.

Additional features include remote keyless entry, cruise control, remote vehicle start, mounted audio and other controls on the steering wheel, solar absorbing tinting, a rear window defroster and more.

2005 Chrysler 300

Pick up this model today and enjoy the power of the Hemi V-8 engine backed by a five-speed automatic transmission. This Green 300 features a deep jade and light graystone interior. Additional features include rain-sensing wipers, fog lights, memory, Hemi C badging, remote keyless entry, auto-dimming rearview mirror, sentry key theft deterrent system and more.

2005 Nissan Altima

Pick up this S trim level Altima if you are looking for an economical vehicle. The Altima features a 2.5-liter engine and four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. The exterior features solar green glass, multi-parabola halogen headlights and variably intermittent wipers with a mist function. The interior features an immobilizer key system, power door locks, full cut pile carpeting, a tilt and telescopic steering wheel and more.

Visit Johnson Brothers Ford in Temple

Stop by Johnson Brothers Ford today to test drive these or any of the other pre-owned vehicles we have on the lot. If you are looking for something that is under $10,000, be sure to let your salesperson know that he or she should show you only vehicles that are under $10,000. Our used inventory changes often, so be ready with a “Plan B” choice.

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October Events Around Temple

Posted on October 8, 2015 by admin

After you pick up your new vehicle from Johnson Brothers Ford, you’ll be ready to head out to some October events near Temple. If you haven’t picked up a new vehicle but have been discussing it, stop by our showroom to test drive the vehicle or vehicles you are interested in. When you test drive the vehicles you are interested in, that test drive makes your decision easier since you know which vehicles best suit your family.

Heart O’ Texas Fairgrounds Funpass 2015

Starting at 8:00 a.m. on October 17, 205, the Heart O’ Texas Fairgrounds Funpass 2015 will start at the Extraco Events Center, 4601 Bosque Boulevard, Waco, Texas, 76714. Head over to Waco to have a fun day at the festival. Performers include Wade Bowen and Amaya Rodriguez. Enjoy the midway, fair food, animals, a kids’ zone and much more. The 17^th is the last day of the fair – the fair started on October 6, 2015. Admission is $65.

Art Outside Music Festival

Head over to Rockdale on October 22, 2015 for the Art Outside Music Festival, starting at 1:00 p.m. The festival will be held at Apache Pass, 9112 North Farm to Market 908, Rockdale, Texas, 76567. Enjoy workshops, visual art and more. Performers include Bonobo, Greensky Bluegrass, Lettuce, Papadosio, Rising Appalachia, Exmag, Haywire, Twiddle and many more. For tickets visit artoutside.org/tickets/.

CroptoberFest Retreat in Temple

From October 8 through October 11, 2015 starting at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday and ending at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, visit the Rockin’ R Retreat Center, 5650 Bottoms Road, Temple, Texas 76501 for the CroptoberFest Retreat. Enjoy food, fun and photos. Tickets range from $75 for Saturday only through $255 for Thursday through Sunday. For more information call Pam at (512) 627-7172.

Visit Johnson Brothers Ford

If you are ready to buy a new vehicle, stop by Johnson Brothers Ford to test drive a new vehicle. Be sure to ask your salesperson about any lease or finance specials we may be running. And, if you are not ready to purchase a new vehicle because your current vehicle is just a year or three old, give our service department a call to schedule an appointment for maintenance.

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2016 Ford Fusion S

Posted on September 23, 2015 by admin

If you are in the market for a mid-size sedan that is affordable to buy or lease and that is economical to drive and own, stop by Johnson Brothers Ford to test drive the 2016 Ford Fusion S. This model has many features to make your commute or road trip comfortable and fun – if you could call commuting fun.

Exterior Features

The 2016 Ford Fusion S features clearcoat paint, power door mirrors with a convex spotter, tinted glass, perimeter/approach lights, speed-sensitive variably intermittent wipers, a rear window defroster, fully automatic halogen daytime running lights and headlights with delay off, 16-inch alloy wheels, LED brake lights and P215/60R 16 BSW all-season tires.

Interior Features

The Fusion S model’s interior features include air filtration, front and rear cup holders, a tilt and telescopic steering column, cruise control, remote keyless entry, air conditioning, illuminated vanity mirrors and glove box, illuminated entry, power door locks with auto lock, a perimeter alarm, engine immobilizer, an LCD monitor, plenty of storage, selective service Internet access, a full floor console with covered storage, mini overhead console with storage, radio, speed-compensated volume control, one-touch up and down windows, MP3 player, CD player, four speakers, an auxiliary input jack and USB.

Mechanical Features

The Fusion’s mechanical features include a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine backed by an automatic transmission with driver select mode, electric power-assist speed-sensing steering, a 500 CCA maintenance-free battery with rundown protection, four-wheel ABS disc brakes with ventilated front discs, hill hold control, brake assist and an electric parking brake.

Safety Features

The 2016 Ford Fusion S features ABS and driveline traction control, electronic stability control, a rear camera, side impact beams, the MyKey system, a low tire pressure warning system, rear child safety locks, 911 Assist, dual stage driver and passenger seat-mounted side airbags and front airbags, an airbag occupancy sensor, driver and front passenger knee airbags and front and rear curtain airbags.

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Stop by Johnson Brothers Ford today to test drive the 2016 Ford Fusion S and to learn more about this model’s entertainment, convenience, safety and security features.

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A Look Into Future of Ford

Posted on September 16, 2015 by admin

Upcoming Ford vehicles include the 2017 Ford Raptor and the Ford GT. The Raptor will be available in the fall of 2016 and the GT will be available in late 2016. Both vehicles will have plenty of new or updated technology and will be available at Johnson Brothers Ford.

2017 Ford Raptor

The Raptor is the next generation of the F-150 and it was first revealed at the 2015 North American International Auto Show. The 2017 model year will feature Ford’s new 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine and military grade aluminum alloy in the body and bed. Because of the high-strength aluminum, the F-150 Raptor will be 500 pounds lighter than the 2014 model year. Additional features include standard 17-inch BFGoodrich T/A KO all-terrain tires that were designed specifically for the Raptor, a bigger FOX Racing Shox and a new torque-on-demand transfer case.

The 2017 Ford Raptor is a truck that will perform in many situations, whether as a work truck, show truck, a truck for commuting, taking a road trip or just to have fun. This versatile truck looks great no matter what you use it for.

Ford GT

For those who want a high performance vehicle, test drive the new Ford GT when it becomes available. This model was also introduced at the 2015 North American International Auto Show. The new GT will feature a 3.5-liter EcoBoost V-6 engine with twin turbo boosters, a seven speed dual clutch transaxle, and over 600 horsepower.

Visit Johnson Brothers Ford

Stop by Johnson Brothers Ford or keep your eye on this space for more information about the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor and the new GT that will be released later in 2016. When the two vehicles are released be sure to stop by our showroom to take a test drive and learn more about each vehicle and their trim levels.

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September Events Near Temple

Posted on September 2, 2015 by admin

September is the time for fairs and festivals; and it’s also time to ensure that your vehicle is in good running condition. Check your service manual for service mileages and make an appointment with our service department at Johnson Brothers Ford for maintenance. Or, if you are in the market for a new vehicle, now is a great time to pick out something new from our showroom so you are ready for September events.

Central Texas State Fair in Belton

The Central Texas State Fair will be held from September 4 through September 6, 2015 at the Bell County Expo Center, 301 West Loop 121 in Belton. For tons of rides, expositions, fair food and more, be sure to plan to attend the fair the first weekend in September.

4^th Annual Vets Helping Vets Event

This year’s Vets Helping Vets event will be held at 14595 FM 439 in Belton on September 5, 2015. Enjoy live music by The Back Creek Band, Babylon Boys and Lady Zion. Take part in raffles, including a 50/50 raffle, enjoy food from Chillin and Grillin Texas BBQ, browse through vendors to find those unique Christmas gifts and just have tons of fun. Proceeds from this event benefit the Fort Hood Fisher House, Phantom Warrior Support and the Texas Veterans Home Christmas Bags Program.

The event is hosted by the Killeen/Fort Hood Chapter 23-5 of the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association. For more information call Ernie at (254) 258-9221.

Harker Heights Food, Wine & Brew Festival

This year’s food, wine and brew festival will be held on September 12, 2015 from 4:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. at the Harker Heights Community Park, 1501 E. FM 2410 Road in Harker Heights. Enjoy culinary chefs, live music, artists, food, Homebrew Demos, breweries, and wine from Texas Wineries. Entertainment includes Dysfunkshun Junkshun, Kirk Baxley and the 1^st Cav Division Rock Band. Admission is $20.

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Stop by Johnson Brothers Ford to test drive your next new vehicle or give our service department a call to schedule an appointment for maintenance or service.

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2015 Ford Transit Connect XLT

Posted on August 28, 2015 by admin

If you are in the market for a van for yourself or your business, stop by Johnson Brothers Ford to test drive the 2015 Ford Transit Connect XLT. This model features a 2.5-liter double overhead cam engine backed by a six-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. Combine this with the reasonable price on the model, and you have a van that is economical to own and drive.

Exterior Features

The 2015 Ford Transit Connect XLT features perimeter / approach lights, a steel spare wheel, variably intermittent wipers, fully galvanized steel panels, a gray grille, clearcoat paint, black door handles and window trim, aero-composite halogen headlights, heated power side mirrors with convex spotter, power door locks, split swing-out rear cargo access, 16-inch tires including a full-size spare, sliding rear doors, and front and rear fog lights.

Interior Features

The Transit Connect’s interior features include a tilt and telescopic steering column, cruise controls mounted on the steering wheel, air conditioning, an outside temperature gauge, cup holders, a driver foot rest, cargo space and front map lights, door bins, auto lock for the door locks, delayed accessory power, chrome interior accents, two 12-volt DC power outlets, an LCD monitor in the front, driver and passenger vanity mirrors and remote keyless entry.

Additional features include power windows, seat back storage, an engine immobilizer, delay off interior lighting, adjustable front head restraints, AM/FM radio, CD player, 4.2-inch LCD multi-function display, MP3 payer, clock, speed-sensitive volume control, two speakers, full floor and overhead consoles with storage and a redundant digital speedometer.

Mechanical Features

Mechanical features include hill hold control, four-wheel ABS disc brakes, vented front brake rotors, brake assist, gas-pressurized shocks, electric power assist steering, a 150-amp alternator and a maintenance-free battery with rundown protection.

Safety Features

The Transit’s safety features include side impact beams, dual stage driver and passenger front and seat-mounted side airbags, an airbag occupancy sensor, speed limiter, a low tire pressure warning system, curtain first row airbags and stability control.

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Stop by Johnson Brothers Ford to test drive the 2015 Ford Transit Connect XLT to learn more about this van’s features.

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2016 Ford Explorer Sport

Posted on August 14, 2015 by admin

If you have been waiting for the new 2016 Ford Explorer Sport, your wait is over. Stop by Johnson Brothers Ford Lincoln to test drive the new model year and to learn more about all of this vehicle’s safety, security, entertainment and convenience features.

Engine and Transmission

The 2016 Ford Explorer Sport features a 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine backed by a six-speed automatic transmission. This combination gets 16 mpg* in the city and 22 mpg* on the highway. Additional features include an electronic transfer case, automatic full-time four-wheel drive and auto-locking hubs .

Safety and Security Features

Safety and security features include hill hold control, hill descent control, four-wheel ABS disc brakes, brake assist, side impact beams, a low tire pressure warning system, the MyKey system, rear child safety locks, roll stability control, electronic stability control, ABS and driveline traction control, a rear camera, front and rear parking sensors, dual stage driver and front passenger seat-mounted airbags, dual stage driver and front passenger airbags and an airbag occupancy sensor.

Exterior Features

Exterior features include perimeter/approach lights, a lip spoiler, LED brake lights, front fog lights, power heated door mirrors and integrated turn signal indicators, rear window wiper with heated park and defroster and fully automatic projector beam headlights with delay off.

Interior Features

Interior features include air filtration, a tilt and telescopic steering column, front and rear cup holders, wireless streaming, remote keyless entry, illuminated entry, proximity key for door and push button start, a panic button, cruise control with steering wheel-mounted controls, auto-dimming rearview mirror, illuminated vanity mirrors, one-touch up and down for the front windows, systems monitor, perimeter alarm, anti-theft ignition and engine immobilizer, front and rear door bins, full floor console with covered storage, rear HVAC with separate controls and front and rear map lights.

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Stop by Johnson Brothers Ford Lincoln today to test drive the 2016 Ford Explorer Sport and to learn more about this model’s convenience, safety, security and entertainment features.

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August Events

Posted on August 7, 2015 by admin

Once you pick up your new vehicle at Johnson Brothers Ford Lincoln, you’re ready to head out for some local events including festivals, fairs and roundups. If you’re not ready for a new vehicle yet, be sure to call our service department to schedule maintenance for your vehicle – or service if you have a problem such as an illuminated engine light, worn brakes, bad battery, hot air conditioning or any other problem that may have cropped up.

Funky Junk Roundup in Waco

Head over to the Waco Convention Center on August 15, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. through 4:00 p.m. for the Funky Junk Roundup. This one-day shopping extravaganza features handcrafted items, vintage finds, hand-painted furniture, antiques, jewels and junktiques. The Waco Convention Center is located at 100 Washington Avenue, Waco, Texas.

20^th Annual Margarita & Salsa Festival in Waco

On August 29, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. a the Extraco Events Center, 4601 Bosque Boulevard, Waco, Texas, 76714 for the 20^th Annual Margarita & Salsa Festival. Enjoy music, great food and more at this festival. This is an outdoor festival and there is standing room only. Children under 2 years of age. Everyone aged 3 and older must have a ticket. Admission is $30. For tickets, visit ticketmaster.com and search for the 20^th Annual Margarita & Salsa Festival.

49^th Annual Salado Art Fair in Salado

The 49^th Annual Salado Art Fair will be held on August 8 and 9, 2015 at The Venue by Inn on the Creek, 300 Center Street, Salado, Texas, 76571. This free family event will feature over 100 artists, children’s art inspiration areas, live music and food trucks. This event is partially indoors and partially outdoors under historic oak trees. For more information, visit salado.com.

Visit Johnson Brothers Ford Lincoln

Be sure to stop by Johnson Brothers Ford Lincoln to test drive a new vehicle before you head out to the festivals or give us a call to schedule an appointment for maintenance or service.

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