Koch Ford Lincoln Blog

Ever considered trading in your vehicle for a newer one but wondered what the dealership is looking for in your vehicle? It’s generally pretty simple.  Just think about what it is that you’d be looking for in a vehicle, and chances are it’s similar to us! Jim Goodfellow, one of our Sales/Lease Consultant’s, put together this helpful checklist to help you make sure your car is as ready as it can be for trade in. Want a vehicle that looks in good condition? .... So do we. Want a vehicle that runs well and drives like new? .... So do we. Want a vehicle with an interior that is in good condit...

With Father's Day fast approaching, we thought we'd give you some great ideas and specials for the perfect Father's Day gift! We made a list of our top six Father's Day gifts and put them ALL on special! 

Meet the Koch Ford Family! Introducing the fabulous Shelly Posey - one of our wonderful New Vehicle Sales Consultants.

Watch this three week repair take place in just over two minutes! This time lapse video is an excellent representation of the work involved to repair a vehicle to its pre-collision condition. This video was not taken at our Bodyshop, however does show how we would deal with the same vehicle. The body technicians pull and measure the sheet metal back to factory specifications prior to removing the damaged quarter panel and rocker. All panels are fitted, and then welded in place, restoring the structural integrity of the body system. Erosion resistant primers are applied to the new panels, an...

Spills & stains are unavoidable. They lead to the premature aging of your vehicle, reducing its resale value.  It is inevitable that at some point someone will soil your vehicle's fabric carpet or seats. It's a part of life but unfortunately it will depreciate from your vehicle's resale value. We make sure that no spill becomes a permanent stain on your vehicle's interior fabric. Fabric Protection penetrates deep into the fabric, forming an invisible shield around each and every fiber. This protective coating inhibits the penetration of frustrating spills such as coffee, tea, milk and s...

So I thought it'd be fun to find out what our New Car Sales staff's favorite places to go for lunch were! I got some great responses and great recommendations! Keep checking back for our other department's answers.      

You really can learn most of what you need to know about the condition of the road by watching ahead. See that car swerve, yet no squirrels in sight? See that panicked smashing of brakes? See that curious combination of both of these actions? Back off, and save yourself a lot of grief. This is Canada; potholes happen.    Potholes are formed from cracks in the pavement caused by heat and the stress put on our roads by cars driving over them. The more vehicles on the road, and the heavier thay are, the more potholes will crop up. EDMONTON STATISTICS If your vehicle is damaged from hitting a p...

Thanks to our Financial Services Manager, Patrick Watson for providing us with these informative Frequently Asked Questions all about our fantastic Extended Service Plans! Q-How long do I have to purchase an extended warranty after the purchase of my new Ford vehicle? A-Up to 3 years or 60,000km, however, the price goes up throughout the year so it is always cheaper to buy it when you purchase your new vehicle. Q-Isn’t extended warranty expensive? A-Relative to the cost of a new vehicle, extended warranty is actually quite inexpensive and can be included in the financing of your new or used...

Some of the steps you can take towards prepping your car for spring are designed to repair your vehicle from months of harsh winter driving. Others are car care steps that should be taken every few months anyway. The coming of spring, though, is the motivation to get them all out of the way at once. Undercarriage Road Salt Road salt can damage your vehicle’s undercarriage by eating away or corroding the metal. A thorough cleaning at a car wash should do the trick. Check the Tires It’s crucial to check your tires after weather changes because tire pressure changes about 1 pound per squ...