What Borgman Means By "Fair Trades & Honest Deals" in Grand Rapids, MI

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What is a Borgman Fair Trade Deal?

When we say we give everyone a "Fair Trade Deal," here's exactly what we mean: when you bring your current vehicle to us, we offer you what it's worth. It doesn't matter if you intend to trade it for a new vehicle or sell it outright - the number is the same. No low-balling, "x-over-your-trade" shenanigans, predatory guaranteed-approval-style lending, or bull.

Here are some of the practices we don't engage in and why.
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Build Your Own 1968 Ford Mustang Fastback in LEGO Form


As many West Michigan Mustang aficionados will tell you, 1968 Ford Mustangs are an absolute treasure. Apart from just plain looking cool, this generation saw the addition of the powerful 4.9L V8 engine and was prominently featured in the film 'Bullitt' starring Steve McQueen.

If you love classic Mustangs, Borgman Ford is happy to share that The LEGO Group and Ford have teamed up to produce a faithful recreation of this iconic car - complete with stickers to personalize the vehicle to your own tastes and to celebrate Ford's racing heritage. The set will join LEGO's Speed Champions…
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How The 2019 Ford Transit Connect Will Appeal To Baby Boomers in West Michigan

Drive a New 2019 Ford Transit Connect This Fall at Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids

Borgman Ford has been keeping an eye on the Chicago Auto Show, and we are happy to share that Ford just unveiled the 2019 Ford Transit Connect! This vehicle has been a favorite of local businesses and busy families in West Michigan, and this latest model will add even more features these customers are sure to enjoy, including new LED headlamps, a redesigned interior and front fascia, and segment exclusives such as wireless phone charging and a standard 4G LTE modem.

However, this capable people…
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Explore The Rigorous Testing Process of New Mazda Vehicles

MazdaCrashTestDummyBorgman Mazda prides itself on providing reliable, high-quality, and fun-to-drive New Mazda Vehicles in West Michigan. Mazda has always paid special attention to the driver experience, whether that means perking up a repetitive daily commute, spending less time at the repair shop, or creating a more luxurious driving experience with the right blend of noises being allowed in with the rest phased out. How they research, develop, and test these aspects of their vehicles is truly astounding.
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New Ford F-150 Truck A Favorite Among Veterans



Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids was pleased to hear that the Ford F-150 was named the top truck choice among veterans of our armed forces.

Many features of the New Ford F-150 are likely a part of the appeal to veterans, including the tough-as-nails frame, high-strength aluminum-alloy body, powerful engines, and numerous tech features like the onboard WiFi Hotspot and SYNC 3.
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Five Fords You Have To See At The Grand Rapids Auto Show

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Visit DeVos Place in Downtown Grand Rapids Through February 4th

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? The 20th Annual Michigan International Auto Show is going on now at DeVos Place! Our staff was there at the beginning of the show chatting with local Ford fans about what's ahead, helping present a large sample from the 2018 - 2019 lineup. There were many New Ford vehicles on display, but we wanted to share a few that really stood out this year. Take a look at our list of New Ford Vehicles you don't want to miss during your…
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Driving a Ford Sports Car Around West Michigan Is Fun, And Science Proves It

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Ford Studies Emotions While Driving Ford Performance Vehicles

Ask any sports car owner in West Michigan and they'll tell you - driving a performance car like the New Ford Mustang or the Ford Focus RS is an absolute joy, and Borgman agrees. The on-demand power and responsive handling add a little thrill to something as ordinary or mundane your morning commute.

However, did you know that there is research showing it's good for you? This article recently published by Ford will go over what they call "buzz moments," or small periods of excitement that contribute to our overall wellbeing…
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How To Know If Your Vehicle Needs An Alignment

How to check your wheel alignment to drive safely in Grand Rapids and West Michigan

Now that we've made it about halfway through the winter season in West Michigan, it's probably a good time to know where you stand in terms of your vehicle's alignment. I don't think anyone was surprised to find the roads an absolute horror show after the latest thaw, as we were reunited with our old friend the pothole. These gaps, pits, or large craters in the asphalt are formed when water…
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Four New Ford Vehicles Revealed at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show

Borgman Ford has been keeping an eye on the 2018 Detroit Auto Show for any exciting announcements to share with West Michigan Ford fans. 

This year, Ford did not disappoint with the unveiling of four new and exciting vehicles: The 2019 Ford Edge ST, The 2019 Ford Ranger, The 50th Anniversary Ford Mustang Bullitt, and the All-New Mustang Shelby GT500 - the most powerful street-legal production Ford ever!

Below, we've rounded up some information about each of the four vehicles revealed or teased at the Detroit Auto Show, as well as some fun videos from Ford to show them in…
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First Look at the All-New 2019 Ford Ranger

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The All-New 2019 Ford Ranger Arrives At Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids, MI Next Spring

Borgman Ford has some very exciting news for West Michigan Truck Fans: Ford has just unveiled the All-New 2019 Ford Ranger! This mighty mid-sized pickup will arrive at our dealership in the Spring of 2019 and will include a number of high-tech features and advances similar to those found in the Ford F-150 - many of which are class-exclusive.
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