21 Questions with Dave Engel

Dave Engel

Many people have a favorite hair stylist or sales consultant that they're been going to for years, but it's not as common to have a favorite technician. But here are Bill Colwell Ford we have been blessed with many amazing technicians, including Dave Engel. Our employees love Dave for his sense of humor and his famous chili, and our customers love Dave so much that they come in and request for him to work on their vehicle.
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Car Cleaning Guide at Bill Colwell Ford

 
While washing your new Ford car may seem like a simple process on the surface, correctly washing a car requires nuance and technique. Improper cleaning techniques can cause swirls and scratches to your car’s paint, requiring polish to fix. Here at Bill Colwell Ford, our Ford experts have decades of car cleaning experience, and we are happy to share our expertise with local drivers near Cedar Falls, IA. 

Wash Tools: When choosing wash tools…
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Ross Anderson & Dan Vaughn, Technician Achievements

 


Bill Colwell Ford is proud to recognize two of our technicians for their recent achievements. Congratulations to Ross Anderson, who achieved Senior Master Technician in 2017, has now achieved Senior Master Retention for another year of continuous training and education. Ross is one of 423 technicians in the Chicago Region who holds this status. And congratulations to Dan Vaughn who has completed the Engine Master Achievement in the 2018 Masters Program. Dan is one of…

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The 2018 Ford Explorer is Built to Last

 

Now that crossover SUVs are all the rage, it is refreshing to see an old-school full-size SUV like the Ford Explorer continuing to thrive. Here at your local Ford dealership, we carry a wide variety of SUVs, big and small, but the long-running Ford Explorer continues to be one of our favorites. The new 2018 Ford Explorer, now available on our lot, provides Hudson, IA drivers with an unbeatable combination of toughness, power, and interior…
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Bill Colwell Ford Donates to Hudson School Mini Dance Marathon

 
Students at Hudson High School recently held a Mini Dance Marathon complete with food, games, and of course, dancing. As part of their fundraising efforts, the students conducted a “Teacher Jean Day” where teachers paid a donation of $5 to wear jeans for the day. The students raised $240 and then Bill Colwell Ford agreed to match what was raised, for a total donation of $480. In total, the students raised $1,980, going above…
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2017 Salesperson of the Year, Ernie Doeden


Ernie Doeden has been a Bill Colwell Ford Sales Representative for 16 years and part of the Colwell organization for 23. During his time at the dealership, Ernie has been Salesperson of the Year 10 times, including this past year, which is no surprise to his customers. Ernie’s commitment to customer service and going above and beyond make him an industry leader. Customers often have “Ernie stories” where he stood in the rain to…
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Brake Repairs at Our Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center

 

Here at Bill Colwell Ford, we’re much more than just a large lot selling a huge inventory of new used Ford SUVs near Waterloo, IA. Of course, we take pride in the amount of cars that we sell at our dealership, but we also specialize in providing a top-notch personalized service experience for all your Ford maintenance needs. When it comes to auto maintenance, one of the most common types of repair that we…

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Bill Colwell Ford presents Drive 4 UR School check


Bill Colwell Ford presented $6,000 to the Hudson Athletic Booster Club for the 9th Annual Drive 4 UR School event held last September. To date, Bill Colwell Ford has helped raise over $56,000 for that organization. A big thanks to everyone in the Hudson community for coming out and supporting this event year after year!

Pictured above, left to right: Bill Colwell, Colby Entriken, Dr. Anthony Voss, Blake Colwell, Kevin Wurzer, and Shawn…
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2018 Ford Edge is the Perfect SUV for the Whole Family

Here at Bill Colwell Ford, we know that finding a SUV that provides the ideal blend of comfort, amenities, and safety features perfect for the whole family can be a difficult task. There aren’t many SUVs that do a little bit of everything, but the 2018 Ford Edge, now available at Bill Colwell Ford, is up to the task of being a do-everything family SUV. Drivers near Cedar Falls, IA are invited to our…

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Introducing the 2018 Ford EcoSport

 
Here at Bill Colwell Ford, we can confidently say that Ford is an automaker that is constantly innovating. The latest proof of this innovation lies with the new 2018 Ford EcoSport, a brand new subcompact SUV that’s soon to be available at our Ford dealership near Cedar Falls, IA. Whether you’re looking for a safe, feature-filled SUV for your family or looking for a comfortable and fuel-efficient commuter vehicle, there’s a lot…
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