Yes, bridge down. Traffic Report for Mt. Vernon.

One of our employees was first on the scene of the bridge collapse.

Even though the I-5 bridge collapsed over the Skagit river on May 23, 2013, Riverside Auto Plaza is still easy to find and get to from both the north and the south. The detour actually takes you right past our dealership!

I wanted to pop in to let you know, traffic is busier, but it's not unbearable through Mt. Vernon.

If you want the latest traffic status before coming in, just give us a call! 888.400.9785

HERO purchase program expands to include Military Service Personnel!

Exclusive* Riverside Auto Plaza HERO Purchase Program For Firefighters, Law Enforcement, Has Been Expanded To Include Military Service Personnel! 

We're very proud to announce our popular Firefighter & Law Enforcement HERO purchase program has expanded to include Military Service Personnel.

We've seen overwhelming support of the HERO program from the community over the last several years. As a result, we've been able to expand the program to our honored Military Service Personnel - both active & retired.

How does the Riverside Auto Plaza HERO purchase program work? 

Any Firefighter, Law Enforcement or Military Service personnel or immediate family who purchase a new or used vehicle from Riverside Auto Plaza in Skagit County (Mt. Vernon, Wa.) are eligible to receive substantial savings, VIP sales experience, & $50.00 donation in their name. 

To apply or find out if you qualify, submit the HERO form on Riverside Auto Plaza's website or call our friendly eCommerce department at 888-440-2574.

*The HERO purchase program is offered exclusively through Coulter Automotive Group, which currently operates additional locations, including North Cascade Ford in Sedro Woolley, Wa

New Concierge Service at Riverside Auto Plaza!

Has your hectic schedule ever had you wishing you could be in two places at once?

Wish granted (ish)!

If you've wondered how to find time to take your car, truck or SUV in for service maintenance, Riverside Auto Plaza and Riverside Health Club (RHC) in Mt. Vernon are about to make your life easier and save you money!

Beginning on May 16th, 2013, Riverside Auto Plaza is launching a Concierge Service for Riverside Health Club members. We will be sharing details of this program at the 42nd Anniversary Celebration (May 16, 2013 from 4-7 p.m.) hosted by Riverside Health Club. We've also donated service packages that will be raffled off at the celebration! 

If you haven't yet joined, check out the membership options by giving them a call. The RHC Mt. Vernon location is top notch, includes a pool, hot tub, sauna, extended hours, numerous classes for all fitness types, racquet ball court, a childcare facility, a woman's only fitness area...the list goes on. RHC knows fitness!

Already a member of RHC? We'll see you there!

Take advantage of the Concierge Service being launched by Riverside Auto Plaza.  You'll get your car and your body in better shape! 

Free TV from Riverside Auto Plaza! Last day to enter to win!

It's not too late to enter to win a free 52 inch TV from Riverside Auto Plaza in Mount Vernon. Visit us today to enter! The winner will be choosen tomorrow, April 14th, 2013! There is no purchase necessary, but when you arrive, let us know if you'd like to take a test drive in one of our premium pre-owned cars, trucks or SUV's!

Egg Hunt! Grown Ups Only! Free Prizes!

Today and tomorrow, the eCommerce department is sponsoring a Grown Up egg hunt in Mt. Vernon. Come visit us at Riverside Auto Plaza, enjoy the sunshine!  

We have eggs hidden in and around the used car inventory and showroom. 

Every egg is a winner - we have prizes from free oil changes, free mini details, and certificates up to $100!! Tell a friend - let's have some fun and get some grown up stuff while we are at it!! 

Big March Countdown - Free TV anyone?

Who do you Know? 

Bonus Referral Program this Weekend! 

It's an exciting time at Riverside Auto Plaza in Mt. Vernon! We're growing by leaps & bounds since our recent grand opening. To thank our loyal customers, we have a bonus referral program happening March 15,16,17th. 

If $300 sounds good to you, Call Grady, our sales manager, for details 888.400.9785. 

Statistics show nearly everyone knows someone looking for a great deal on a car purchase. Who do you know? 

Free 55 inch flat screen TV! 

Everyone can take advantage of our Big March Countdown Sale and drawing, happening now through April 13th, 2013. 

Everyone is eligible to enter our free drawing for a 55 inch flat screen TV! It’s on display in our showroom. The drawing will take place April 14, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. You don’t need even to be here to win! Imagine how nice that will look in your living-room while you watch the final 4! Come in and enter! 

Will You Credit Report Cost You When Buying A Car?

Cindy, eCommerce Director

Learn about easy, free ways to view your credit before shopping for a car!

 

 There are many legitimate, free options for you to be able to view your credit information when shopping for a car!

There's no longer a reason to be surprised by information contained in your credit report or paying higher finance rates than warranted when shopping at any car dealership. In addition, there is no reason for you to have to pay $9.99 a month for the privilege of viewing your own credit information while car shopping.

With over a decade in the "car business", I've seen a lot. I've seen people with good or decent credit be shoved into terrible, high interest rate loans just because they "thought" they had "bad" credit. 

I've seen customers who just had no idea what was contained in their credit report choose very unfavorable purchase choices as a result, having been convinced by marketing advertisements that was the only choice they had. 

I want to let the car buying/shopping public know, especially customers in our area *King County, Snohomish County, Skagit County, Island County*...you have many legitimate, FREE options to become knowledgeable about what is contained in your own credit report and what your credit score is before you shop for a car! 

With knowledge about your own credit, you are less likely to be taken advantage of and can make good choices about what finance options should be available to you. In addition, you can learn what "bad" credit hurdles may be keeping you from your very best finance options so you can take care of them before applying for credit to buy a new or used car, which could potentially save you a lot of money in finance rates.   

The first recommendation is www.annualcreditreport.com. The site was created in order to comply with the obligations of the 3 major bureaus under the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act (FACTA) to provide a mechanism for American consumers to receive up to three free credit reports per year.

The second is www.creditkarma.com. This is a free site which will reveal your personal credit score and will also reveal the "elusive" credit SCORE. 

Check them out, let me know how they've helped you with your car buying experience!  

   ~ Cindy
 

Are You Selling A Car or Truck? We Are Buying!

If you live in the Snohomish, Skagit, Whatcom, or Island Counties - and are selling or know someone who is selling a vehicle (especially trucks and SUV's) - we want to have the opportunity to offer you top dollar to purchase it from you! 

Now, that's a switch, right? Beginning January 29, 2013, Riverside Auto Plaza announced this new inventory purchasing program. The used car market it highly competitive. Generally, car dealerships acquire used vehicle inventory through taking trade-in's and most frequently purchasing vehicles through whole-sale auctions. 

We'd rather support our local community! YOU and YOUR FRIENDS and FAMILY! This way, we help you by writing a check on the spot.  You help us by supplying quality used local trucks and cars.

If you are shopping for a replacement vehicle, we would love to help you in that department too, but our primary objective with this program is to buy YOUR car, truck or SUV! 

If you still owe money to a lender, we will happily help you with that process and make everything simple for you. 

Call our e-Commerce office at 888.409.4471 to schedule time for us to view your vehicle. 

I heard you have the lowest propane prices in the Mt. Vernon area. Is that true?

If you are tired of paying high prices at your local retail propane stations, come to Riverside Auto Plaza service department.

Do you need propane for your RV or motor home? Fork Lift? Boat? We keep our propane prices low to save our customers in the Mt. Vernon, Skagit County area as much money as possible. You can save as much as a dollar off per gallon when compared to other retailers!

Save an additional 20 cents per gallon (up to 20 gallons) from our already low propane prices, print this page and bring it in with you or mention "RAP-20-BLOG-OFFER"

We fill all types of propane tanks, even at night when some retailers won't even fill your tanks! Call for our lowest price today: 888-394-8122

• Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

• Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Do you have same day service in the Quick Lube department?

Quick, Same Day service. Riverside Auto Plaza Quick Lube in Mt. Vernon!

Same Day Service? Yes, yes you can at Riverside Auto Plaza Quick Lube in Mt. Vernon. 

We opened our Quick Lube to be able to provide convenient, same day automotive service to our neighbors in Mount Vernon, Washington. Our prices are affordable & we are open 7 days a week! 

• Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

You can count on fast, affordable service on all maintenance and repairs. 

You read that correctly, Mt. Vernon Riverside Auto Plaza Quick Lube handles ALL maintenance and repairs! 

• Transmission trouble? We can take care of that! 
• Just need an oil change? We can get you in and out quickly! 
• Is your engine giving you grief? No problem.

We can diagnose & repair any car trouble you may be having on any make and model!

While we work, you can relax in our spacious, clean waiting room which features:

• Free guest WiFi
• Television
• Free popcorn and coffee. 

Our technicians are experienced; we only hire the most skilled and professional team members. We will even beat anyone's price on tires with a written estimate. 

So, if you are our neighbor in Mt. Vernon, Burlington, or anywhere in Skagit county, we invite you to visit us.  You'll be delighted with our service!

No appointments are needed, but if you prefer to call with questions, just dial 888-394-8122.