Getting Ready to Buy a New Ford

Posted on January 15, 2016 by admin

Before you buy a new vehicle, including a Ford from Johnson Brothers Ford, you’ll need to do some research so that you know you purchased the right vehicle for your needs. Since you already know you want a Ford, you then need to decide whether to buy new or used, purchase or lease if you are buying used, what model best fits your needs, and what trim level you prefer.

Model

Choosing the model you want is easy for some people while others who don’t need something specific might have a hard time with the decision. If you have a large family, it’s easy to pick one of the SUV models; and if you often haul lots of things for work or working around the house, a pickup is an easy choice. For those who don’t have it quite so easy, make a list of what you’d like to have in your vehicle including size, gas mileage, safety features and entertainment features. You’ll be able to narrow your choice by excluding vehicles that don’t fit into your checklist.

Go Shopping

Once you have narrowed your list to a few models and possible trim levels, it’s time to go shopping. Head over to Johnson Brothers Ford to ask unanswered questions about the various models; and then you can test drive the vehicles you are interested in to help make your choice.

Lease or Purchase

Now it’s time to determine whether you wan to lease or purchase a vehicle. Some won’t want a lease no matter what and some won’t want to purchase no matter what. Your preferences depend on whether you can get a good deal on the vehicle you are interested in and whether you prefer to upgrade every few years, for example.

However, you may be ready to purchase but the vehicle you want may have a better lease deal. Be sure to get all of the numbers from the salesperson if you could go either way or if it would be less of a strain on your pocket to lease your favorite model rather than purchase it.

Visit Johnson Brothers Ford

Stop by Johnson Brothers Ford today to choose your favorite Ford model and to discuss options such as trim levels and leasing or buying.

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The 2016 F-150 Lariat

Posted on January 8, 2016 by admin

If you are in the market for a new Ford truck, stop by Johnson Brothers Ford to test drive the 2016 Ford F-150 Lariat and to learn more about this model’s convenience, safety, security and entertainment features. This model features a 3-year/36,000-miles bumper to bumper warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty and a 5-year/60,000-miles roadside assist package.

Interior Features

The F-150 Lariat features an 8-inch center stack touch screen and an 8-inch productivity screen, dual climate control, heated and cooled leather-trimmed 10-way power driver and passenger seats, adjustable pedals with memory, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, memory driver’s seat, a tilt and telescopic steering column and Sirius satellite radio.

Additional features include a 12-volt auxiliary power point, automatic headlights,

Exterior Features

The Lariat features a 5.0-liter V-8 engine backed by a six-speed automatic electronic transmission with tow/haul, 18-inch machined aluminum wheels, an easy fuel capless filler, fog lights, halogen headlights, a locking removable tailgate, fully boxed steel frame, tie downs with hooks, a power sliding rear window with defrost and a spare tire and wheel lock.

Additional features include a Class IV trailer hitch with smart trailer tow connector, outboard-mounted rear shocks, hill start assist, a power tailgate lock, power folding heated mirrors with integrated turn signals and memory and wiper-activated headlights.

Safety Features

The F-150 Lariat’s safety features include Advancetrac security pack, front seat-mounted side impact airbags, safety canopy airbags, MyKey, intelligent access with push-button start, a post-crash alert system, trailer sway control and a tire pressure monitoring system.

Visit Johnson Brothers Ford

Stop by Johnson Brothers Ford today to test drive the 2016 Ford F-150 Lariat to learn more about this model’s safety, security, convenience and entertainment features. Be sure to ask your salesperson about any additional available options and whether we are running any lease or finance specials on this model.

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NYE Firework Road Trip

Posted on December 28, 2015 by admin

If you stayed home for Christmas and are considering a short road trip for New Year’s Eve fireworks so you can get in a good trip in the new vehicle you just picked up from Johnson Brothers Ford, consider making a long weekend road trip to these cities for some great fireworks displays.

San Antonio

Visit this Alamo City for tons of fireworks and parties on the Riverwalk. While you’re there, you could also visit the many historic landmarks in the area. To make the trip more homey, choose a quiet bed and breakfast instead of a commercial hotel.

Houston

If you must have football during New Year’s Eve, head out to Houston on the day before New Year’s Eve to get settled in. Then you could watch the fireworks on New Year’s Even and catch some college football on New Year’s Day. Plus, you’ll find the city has several midnight balls and other holiday excitement.

South Padre Island

If smelling the sweet smell of the beach is something you want to remember from New Year’s Eve, check out the huge fireworks display over the Laguna Madre Bay. Spend the rest of the weekend enjoying the pristine beach.

Dallas

If you want to take a road trip but really don’t want to drive a long distance, check out the fireworks displays in Dallas. Stay in the city for the weekend to visit Six Flags Over Texas and the Holiday in the Park event. Plus, there will be plenty of parties for you to attend during the evening.

Visit Johnson Brothers Ford

If you don’t have a vehicle you can trust on a road trip, stop by Johnson Brothers Ford to test drive a new SUV, truck, coupe or sedan so that you can take a road trip without worrying if your old vehicle will get you there and back.

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The 2016 Ford Explorer XLT

Posted on December 11, 2015 by admin

If you are in the market for an SUV with tons of features, stop by Johnson Brothers Ford to test drive the 2016 Ford Explorer XLT. This model has plenty of space for the family and is great for long road trips and commuting. The Oxford White exterior and medium light camel interior is easy to keep clean, so detailing this vehicle, which is always needed more often if you have children, is a snap.

Interior Features

The 2016 Ford Explorer XLT features one touch up and down front windows, carpeted floor mats, fold flat second and third row seats, cruise control, a leather shifter knob, leather-wrapped steering wheel with mounted audio and cruise controls, dual illuminated vanity mirrors, tilt and telescopic steering column, 10-way power driver’s seat and easy-to-clean cloth seats.

Additional features include air conditioning with auxiliary rear controls, intelligent access with push-button start, power steering with EPAS, MyKey, Sirius satellite radio, heated power mirrors with integrated LED turn signals and approach lamp, roof rack side rails, privacy glass for the second and third rows and a rear spoiler.

Engine and Transmission

The Explorer XLT features a 3.5-liter V-6 Ti-VCT engine backed by a six-speed SelectShift automatic transmission. This front-wheel drive SUV gets 24 mpg* on the highway and 17 mpg* in the city.

Safety Features

The 2016 Explorer’s safety features include dual stage front airbags, a safety canopy airbag, front seat-mounted side impact airbags, front knee airbags, AdvanceTrac with RSC, the LATCH child seat safety system, a tire pressure monitoring system, SecuriCode keyless keypad, perimeter alarm and an SOS post-crash alert system.

Additional features include four-wheel ABS disc brakes, hill start assist, curve control, rear wiper and defroster, a reverse-sensing system, rearview camera, trailer sway control, automatic headlights, fog lights, and LED signature and taillights.

Visit Johnson Brothers Ford

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

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New Ford Arrivals

Posted on November 23, 2015 by admin

When you visit Johnson Brothers Ford, look for some of the new arrivals including the 2016 Ford Escape, the 2016 Ford Focus and the 2016 Ford Mustang. Each model has many standard features and you’ll find something for everyone: families, commuting and taking road trips.

2016 Ford Focus SE Sedan

This flex fuel vehicle features standard features including dual illuminated vanity mirrors, a tilt and telescopic steering column, illuminated entry, cruise control, a 2.0-liter flex fuel engine, 16-inch painted aluminum wheels, driver’s knee airbag, MyKey, a SecuriLock Pass anti theft system, remote keyless entry, power windows and door locks and a one-touch down driver’s window.

Additional features include two 12-volt powerpoints, a rearview camera, remote keyless entry, an integrated blind spot mirror, door mirrors with integrated turn signals and active grille shutters.

2016 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium Coupe

Standard features on the 2016 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium Coupe include one-touch up and down front windows, an 8-inch center stack touch screen, driver and passenger illuminated vanity mirrors, leather-trimmed seats, two smart-charging USB ports, a 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine, a six-speed manual transmission, 18-inch magnetic painted machined aluminum wheels and AdvanceTrac with electronic stability control.

Additional features include a tire pressure monitoring system, perimeter alarm, SecuriLock Pass anti-theft system, SOS post crash alert system and a driver’s knee airbag.

2016 Ford Escape

The Ford Escape features an illuminated entry system, steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls, a 2.5-liter engine, a six-speed SelectShift automatic transmission, 17-inch steel sparkle silver painted wheel covers, a driver’s knee airbag, the LATCH child seat safety system, power door locks and windows, a rear view camera, dual power mirrors, remote keyless entry, halogen headlights, MyKey, a battery saver system and an integrated blind spot mirror.

Visit Johnson Brothers Ford

Stop by Johnson Brothers Ford to test drive the 2016 Ford Escape, 2016 Ford Mustang or the 2016 Ford Escape today to learn more about these models’ safety, security, entertainment and convenience features.

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Why Ford Certified Means You’re Covered

Posted on November 9, 2015 by admin

When you buy a pre-owned certified Ford from Johnson Brothers Ford, you know you’re covered and can depend on the certified vehicle you chose. We perform a 172-point inspection on every vehicle that we certify and if it doesn’t pass, we replace or repair the items that fail the inspection. In addition to the inspection, every used Ford comes with a vehicle history report, 24-hour roadside assistance, a comprehensive limited warranty coverage and powertrain limited warranty.

172-Point Inspection

If any vehicle does not pass the inspection, it does not get certified. And the items that do not pass are repaired or replaced, including components under the hood, any hybrid components, underbody components, and interior and exterior components. Additional features of the inspection include a vehicle history, road test, diagnostics and convenience.

Warranty Coverage

A 12-month, 12,000-miles comprehensive limited warranty that covers over 500 components comes with every Ford certified pre-owned vehicle. The warranty is effective from the expiration of the bumper-to-bumper warranty that comes with the vehicle when it is new or the date of purchase of the pre-owned vehicle. In addition, you’ll get a 7-year, 100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty.

24-Hour Roadside Assistance

When you purchase a certified pre-owned vehicle, you’ll get a complimentary 24-hour roadside assistance plan. Available services include towing assistance for up to $100, travel expense reimbursements for up to $500 when the breakdown occurs more than 100 miles from home, rental car reimbursement for up to $30 per day for up to five days and more. See your salesperson for complete details and restrictions.

Vehicle History Report

The vehicle history report is a complete report about your vehicle. The Ford model you choose must be less than six years old in order to be certified; and it cannot have more than 80,000 miles on the odometer. The report is run by an independent third party to ensure that the vehicle does met our strict standards, and is part of the 172-point inspection.

Visit Johnson Brothers Ford

If you are in the market for a pre-owned vehicle, stop by Johnson Brothers Ford to test drive one or more of the many pre-owned vehicle we have on our lot. Ask your salesperson about everything that is included when you buy a certified pre-owned vehicle.

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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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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.

Visit Johnson Brothers Ford

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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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.

Visit Johnson Brothers Ford

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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