Ford Announces Special “Heritage” Packages for the Ford GT for 50th Anniversary of Le Mans Victories
Borgman Ford Congratulates Ford on the 50th Anniversary of Their Victory at Le Mans
Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids is cheering alongside Ford this week as they celebrate the 50th Anniversary of their victory at Le Mans. To pay homage to their iconic Ford GT entered in the race, Ford has announced a special “Heritage Edition” of their modern GT. The most notable throwback to the legendary car is the blue and orange paint scheme – a color combo that has become one of the most recognizable in motor sports since Ford’s 1968 victory.
Read MoreA Quick Look at Mazda’s Unique Design Approach
Experience KODO: Soul of Motion Design at Borgman Mazda in Grand Rapids
At Borgman Mazda, we appreciate the hard work and dedication it takes to bring a car from concept to the road. The fact that Mazda takes so many extra steps further during this process makes it even more impressive, and we wanted to give these masters of their craft a little shout-out today.
Read MoreBorgman Ford in Grand Rapids, MI is always excited to see the custom Mustangs that are created for charity benefits. This year’s model in particular did not disappoint. The 700 horsepower monster pictured above was named the Eagle Squadron Mustang GT, and was sold for $420,000 at auction to benefit youth aviation education programs.
Read MoreJoin Borgman Ford & The West Michigan Mustang Club At The Metro Cruise!
Calling all car fans: Mark your calendars for Friday, August 24th – Saturday, August 25th and stop by Borgman Ford for the 14th Annual 28th Street Metro Cruise! We’ll be acting as the West Anchor for the cruise, just as we have in years past. The West Michigan Mustang Club will also be joining us this year and hosting a Mustang Show on Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm. Stop by to check out some cool cars from yesteryear through present day, and see over 50 Years of Mustang history right on our lot! We hope to see you there!
Read MoreBorgman Ford happened on a story this week that’s sure to interest West Michigan Ford Performance fans and casual buyers alike. It tells the story of an elite team of engineers who push Ford’s high-performance vehicles to their absolute limit. This is all done to collect data – pertaining to braking, steering, acceleration, and more. It sounds like maybe the coolest job ever, but it’s their work that refines technologies such as EcoBoost Engines – now commonplace in Ford vehicles around Grand Rapids.
Read MoreBorgman is joining Ford in celebration this week, as the ten millionth Ford Mustang has just rolled off the Flat Rock assembly line here in Michigan! This particular vehicle is a 2019 Ford Mustang GT V8 convertible in Wimbledon White, boasting a whopping 460 horsepower. What makes this one special though, is that it pays tribute to VIN 001 – the first ever serialized 1964.5 Ford Mustang.
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Last year Borgman Ford shared an article with West Michigan readers about Ford’s implementation of wearable exoskeletons in the Flat Rock, MI plant. These “suits” help support workers while working in the plant, especially employees that perform repetitive, overhead tasks. We are pleased to announce that Ford is sending exoskeletons to fifteen different Ford assembly plants across the globe.
Read MoreBorgman How To: Understanding Transmission Fluid
Borgman Recommends Checking Your Transmission Fluid Often to Extend The Life Of Your Vehicle
The Borgman Service Center in Grand Rapids is dedicated to keeping you out on the road to adventure in West Michigan. For this reason, we recommend having your transmission fluid checked or changed every 30,000 miles, despite what you may see in your owner’s manual.
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Tow Smarter Through West Michigan in the 2019 Ford Ranger
When the 2019 Ford Ranger pickup arrives at Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids this upcoming winter, there’s one very handy feature you’re going to want to check out. New Ford Ranger XLT and Lariat models will include the Blind Spot Information System, and you’ll be able to adjust the “size” of your blind spot to include the length of your trailer! Whether you’re a towing pro or just getting the hang of it, having this “extra set of eyes” so to speak can be a valuable thing while heading out to your favorite getaway for the weekend.
Read MoreLook For The 2019 Ford F-150 Limited at Borgman Ford Later This Year
Attention Ford Truck Enthusiasts: Ford just announced some serious upgrades coming to the F-150 Limited later this year. The biggest is that the 2019 model will include the same 3.5L high-output EcoBoost Engine as the Ford F-150 Raptor, delivering more power than ever in an ultra-luxurious package.
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