Cornerstone Auto has become a well established neighbor to Elk River, Monticello and Stillwater areas providing our customers with top brands of new and used vehicles including Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, KIA, Chevrolet, and Ford. As one of the largest automobile dealerships in Minnesota and the Twin Cities area, we are committed to customers satisfaction and strive to help with peace of mind when purchasing their next vehicle or in the need of vehicle service and maintenance by creating a safe informative and honest experience.
THE CORNERSTONE COMMITMENT
At Cornerstone Auto, we are passionate about what we do and are committed to your peace of mind when purchasing a new vehicle or servicing a vehicle you already have.
The benefits of purchasing a car with Cornerstone Auto brings over 1250 new and pre-owned vehicles with the brand you need, with the budget you can afford. No pressure sales guarantees and competitive financing make buying easy and affordable. With our 110% Price Match Guarantee allows for you to get the best value the market can offer.
Other benefits include new vehicle guarantees, complimentary vehicle history reports on used vehicles, certified inspection reports, complimentary diagnostic services, and more.
OUR STORY
Even though the name Cornerstone is relatively new, we are a family owned business that has been around for nearly 60 years. The company was founded in the early 1960’s with Brookdale Ford, in Brooklyn Center, the largest Ford dealership in Minnesota for more than 35 years. We have been pursuing excellence ever since. Over time, the company expanded to include auto dealerships and operations in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, and South Dakota.
In 1972 we acquired Elk River Ford, our longest continually serving location. We expanded in Elk River with a Chrysler and Dodge franchise, followed by Jeep, and finally KIA. Since 2010, Cornerstone has added a Chevrolet dealerships in Monticello and in Stillwater Minnesota, further expanding the Cornerstone Family. Cornerstone Automotive has become a sustainable and dependable business, however, we refuse to stand still. Change is constant, maybe more so in the car business. Customer preferences, economic conditions, new car models, transportation habits, competition, and technology are constantly reshaping the auto landscape. Even though there will always be adapting, our values hold true. Determination, hard work, doing what’s right, striving always to improve, and a deep commitment to serving others – these are the things that will continue to define who we are and what we do.
We are honored to serve everyone. We live our values through our actions. Our workforce is the most valuable asset we have and the reason for our success. That is why we are proud of being recognized by our employees as a Minnesota Top Workplace. We are family run and treat our customers the way we want to be treated. Please allow us the opportunity to help you get to where you’re going!
OUR HISTORY
Cornerstone Auto has a rich and unique history of being family owned, a commitment to customers, and creating long lasting relationships with our customers and their families for generations. Learn more about Cornerstone Auto by viewing the videos below.
OUR MISSION, PURPOSE, & VALUES
At Cornerstone Auto, we have strived to build a business on good values and treating people the way that you would want to be treated. Our faith based family-owned business has become a basis for our mission, our purpose and has allowed us to create values that we enstill in our employees daily.
OUR MISSION:
Cornerstone Auto operates on Christian-based principles. We know of no better role model than Jesus Christ. The life He led inspires us. He made his relationship to people his top priority. It is our desire to do the same. The principles he taught are the foundation for our decisions. We respect the uniqueness of all people and we serve the Lord by treating employees and customers the way we would want to be treated, with honesty and integrity. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business and serve you and your vehicle. Thank you.
OUR PURPOSE:
We help people live life to the fullest – safely, with peace of mind.
WE HELP PEOPLE GET WHERE THEY WANT TO GO, DO WHAT THEY NEED TO DO.
- Hold a job, get a degree, build a career.
- Go across town. Or see all of America.
- Whenever they want.
WE HELP PEOPLE CONNECT
- Moms, dads, kids. Friends, colleagues, and customers.
- Together for fun or work, then home again.
- Whenever they want.
WE GIVE PEOPLE PEACE OF MIND.
- To travel comfortably
- To go safely, worry free.
- Whenever they want.
OUR VALUES:
WE
VALUE OUR RELATIONSHIPS.
With each other, our customers and our communities.
DO WHAT’S RIGHT, WHAT’S HONEST.
No excuses, no shortcuts.
AIM FOR EXCELLENCE.
Do the ordinary extraordinarily well.
LISTEN.
To really understand.
TAKE ACTION.
Now, not later. Keep things easy, enjoyable.
SHOW RESPECT.
Hear the questions, concerns and insights of all.
WORK AS TEAMS.
Mobilize the power of “us” to deliver on our promises.
STRIVE TO IMPROVE, LEARN.
Ask questions. Stay curious.
GREET EACH DAY WITH GRATITUDE.
CELEBRATE WHAT WE DO TOGETHER.
Help others live life to the fullest – safely, with peace of mind
What Our Customers Are Saying!
DealerRater
Sep 14, 2023
Mark Dehn provided expert and personable service in our car purchase! Highly satisfied!! Highly recommend!!
DealerRater
Aug 12, 2023
I went to Cornerstone to purchase a car. This is the 3rd card I have purchased from Cornerstone and they are absolutely the greatest dealership with which I have every experienced. They are friendly, ethical, and always remember who I am the minute I walk in the door. In addition, their service is A+ I want to give special [praise to Jackie Davis my sales person. She was attentive, patient, and followed through to perfection. Thank you Jackie for your extraordinary service! Also the finance manager Amanda Deutsch was incredible! - David Jeska
DealerRater
Jun 19, 2023
We went to Cornerstone Plymouth to buy a car. Our daughter had purchased her car from this dealer many years ago. It was the first place to start at for us to purchase a car.
Brandon Jackson was our salesman. He is great. Highly motivated to find the correct car for you. We gave our price range and mileage we were looking for. Brandon researched and offered us several options. It came at our price range and mileage. K
Highly recommend you ask for Brandon J. He will meet your expectations and you will be happy to have Brandon as ... Read More Full review text opened.DealerRater - Jun 19, 2023
We went to Cornerstone Plymouth to buy a car. Our daughter had purchased her car from this dealer many years ago. It was the first place to start at for us to purchase a car.
Brandon Jackson was our salesman. He is great. Highly motivated to find the correct car for you. We gave our price range and mileage we were looking for. Brandon researched and offered us several options. It came at our price range and mileage. K
Highly recommend you ask for Brandon J. He will meet your expectations and you will be happy to have Brandon as your salesman.
DealerRater
Sep 14, 2023
Mark Dehn provided expert and personable service in our car purchase! Highly satisfied!! Highly recommend!!
DealerRater
Aug 12, 2023
I went to Cornerstone to purchase a car. This is the 3rd card I have purchased from Cornerstone and they are absolutely the greatest dealership with which I have every experienced. They are friendly, ethical, and always remember who I am the minute I walk in the door. In addition, their service is A+ I want to give special [praise to Jackie Davis my sales person. She was attentive, patient, and followed through to perfection. Thank you Jackie for your extraordinary service! Also the finance manager Amanda Deutsch was incredible! - David Jeska
DealerRater
Jun 19, 2023
We went to Cornerstone Plymouth to buy a car. Our daughter had purchased her car from this dealer many years ago. It was the first place to start at for us to purchase a car.
Brandon Jackson was our salesman. He is great. Highly motivated to find the correct car for you. We gave our price range and mileage we were looking for. Brandon researched and offered us several options. It came at our price range and mileage. K
Highly recommend you ask for Brandon J. He will meet your expectations and you will be happy to have Brandon as ... Read More Full review text opened.DealerRater - Jun 19, 2023
We went to Cornerstone Plymouth to buy a car. Our daughter had purchased her car from this dealer many years ago. It was the first place to start at for us to purchase a car.
Brandon Jackson was our salesman. He is great. Highly motivated to find the correct car for you. We gave our price range and mileage we were looking for. Brandon researched and offered us several options. It came at our price range and mileage. K
Highly recommend you ask for Brandon J. He will meet your expectations and you will be happy to have Brandon as your salesman.
DealerRater
Sep 14, 2023
Mark Dehn provided expert and personable service in our car purchase! Highly satisfied!! Highly recommend!!
DealerRater
Aug 12, 2023
I went to Cornerstone to purchase a car. This is the 3rd card I have purchased from Cornerstone and they are absolutely the greatest dealership with which I have every experienced. They are friendly, ethical, and always remember who I am the minute I walk in the door. In addition, their service is A+ I want to give special [praise to Jackie Davis my sales person. She was attentive, patient, and followed through to perfection. Thank you Jackie for your extraordinary service! Also the finance manager Amanda Deutsch was incredible! - David Jeska
DealerRater
Jun 19, 2023
We went to Cornerstone Plymouth to buy a car. Our daughter had purchased her car from this dealer many years ago. It was the first place to start at for us to purchase a car.
Brandon Jackson was our salesman. He is great. Highly motivated to find the correct car for you. We gave our price range and mileage we were looking for. Brandon researched and offered us several options. It came at our price range and mileage. K
Highly recommend you ask for Brandon J. He will meet your expectations and you will be happy to have Brandon as ... Read More Full review text opened.DealerRater - Jun 19, 2023
We went to Cornerstone Plymouth to buy a car. Our daughter had purchased her car from this dealer many years ago. It was the first place to start at for us to purchase a car.
Brandon Jackson was our salesman. He is great. Highly motivated to find the correct car for you. We gave our price range and mileage we were looking for. Brandon researched and offered us several options. It came at our price range and mileage. K
Highly recommend you ask for Brandon J. He will meet your expectations and you will be happy to have Brandon as your salesman.
DealerRater
Sep 14, 2023
Mark Dehn provided expert and personable service in our car purchase! Highly satisfied!! Highly recommend!!
DealerRater
Aug 12, 2023
I went to Cornerstone to purchase a car. This is the 3rd card I have purchased from Cornerstone and they are absolutely the greatest dealership with which I have every experienced. They are friendly, ethical, and always remember who I am the minute I walk in the door. In addition, their service is A+ I want to give special [praise to Jackie Davis my sales person. She was attentive, patient, and followed through to perfection. Thank you Jackie for your extraordinary service! Also the finance manager Amanda Deutsch was incredible! - David Jeska
DealerRater
Jun 19, 2023
We went to Cornerstone Plymouth to buy a car. Our daughter had purchased her car from this dealer many years ago. It was the first place to start at for us to purchase a car.
Brandon Jackson was our salesman. He is great. Highly motivated to find the correct car for you. We gave our price range and mileage we were looking for. Brandon researched and offered us several options. It came at our price range and mileage. K
Highly recommend you ask for Brandon J. He will meet your expectations and you will be happy to have Brandon as ... Read More Full review text opened.DealerRater - Jun 19, 2023
We went to Cornerstone Plymouth to buy a car. Our daughter had purchased her car from this dealer many years ago. It was the first place to start at for us to purchase a car.
Brandon Jackson was our salesman. He is great. Highly motivated to find the correct car for you. We gave our price range and mileage we were looking for. Brandon researched and offered us several options. It came at our price range and mileage. K
Highly recommend you ask for Brandon J. He will meet your expectations and you will be happy to have Brandon as your salesman.
DealerRater
Sep 14, 2023
Mark Dehn provided expert and personable service in our car purchase! Highly satisfied!! Highly recommend!!
DealerRater
Aug 12, 2023
I went to Cornerstone to purchase a car. This is the 3rd card I have purchased from Cornerstone and they are absolutely the greatest dealership with which I have every experienced. They are friendly, ethical, and always remember who I am the minute I walk in the door. In addition, their service is A+ I want to give special [praise to Jackie Davis my sales person. She was attentive, patient, and followed through to perfection. Thank you Jackie for your extraordinary service! Also the finance manager Amanda Deutsch was incredible! - David Jeska
DealerRater
Jun 19, 2023
We went to Cornerstone Plymouth to buy a car. Our daughter had purchased her car from this dealer many years ago. It was the first place to start at for us to purchase a car.
Brandon Jackson was our salesman. He is great. Highly motivated to find the correct car for you. We gave our price range and mileage we were looking for. Brandon researched and offered us several options. It came at our price range and mileage. K
Highly recommend you ask for Brandon J. He will meet your expectations and you will be happy to have Brandon as ... Read More Full review text opened.DealerRater - Jun 19, 2023
We went to Cornerstone Plymouth to buy a car. Our daughter had purchased her car from this dealer many years ago. It was the first place to start at for us to purchase a car.
Brandon Jackson was our salesman. He is great. Highly motivated to find the correct car for you. We gave our price range and mileage we were looking for. Brandon researched and offered us several options. It came at our price range and mileage. K
Highly recommend you ask for Brandon J. He will meet your expectations and you will be happy to have Brandon as your salesman.
