Apple Ford Apple Valley

What Apple Ford Apple Valley does

Apple Ford Apple Valley is a privately-held Ford franchise dealership located at 7200 150th St West, Apple Valley, Minnesota, operating as part of the Apple Autos dealership group alongside sister stores Apple Ford White Bear Lake and Apple Ford Shakopee. The company holds the #1 Ford dealership ranking in Minnesota by 2025 sales volume in the Ford Division GL Great Lakes 58 Twin Cities A Retail All Dealers Cars/Truck Combined Model Year Sales category, with Apple Autos dealerships sweeping the top three statewide positions. The dealership sells new Ford vehicles (F-150, F-150 Lightning, Super Duty, Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, Mustang Mach-E, Escape, Expedition, Maverick, Ranger, Edge, Transit, E-Transit, Transit Connect, E-Series Cutaway, and F-650/F-750 commercial trucks), used vehicles (791 in stock), courtesy/demo vehicles, and vehicles priced under $15,000.

The business operates a multi-revenue-stream model spanning vehicle sales (new and used), financing and leasing through Ford Credit, service and parts, mobile service, Quick Lane express maintenance, Apple Collision & Glass body shop, Ford Protect extended service plans, and Cryptic Customs aftermarket vehicle customization. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer through a physical showroom, inside sales team, and a self-serve website (applevalleyford.com) supporting inventory browsing, appointment scheduling, and online credit applications. Pricing is transaction-based with manufacturer-supported APR promotions (0% for 36 months, 2.9% for 72 months on select models) and a standard $350 documentation fee. The dealership differentiates via a Free Lifetime Powertrain Warranty on qualifying used vehicles, a 7-day money back guarantee, and a 30-day exchange policy on pre-owned vehicles.

Customer segments include individual retail buyers (primary), commercial/fleet customers purchasing work trucks and commercial vans, and budget-conscious shoppers targeted through the under-$15K inventory program. The company is independently owned within the Apple Autos group, with no disclosed venture capital, private equity backing, or public trading status. Technology infrastructure is standard dealer management systems (DealerInspire platform) with no proprietary AI/ML capabilities identified. The operating geography is domestic, limited to the Twin Cities metropolitan area of Minnesota.

Name

Apple Ford Apple Valley

Website

https://applevalleyford.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Apple Ford Apple Valley is a privately-held Ford franchise dealership in Apple Valley, Minnesota, ranked #1 in Minnesota by 2025 sales volume. It sells new and used Ford vehicles, offers Ford Credit financing, full-service maintenance, mobile service, collision repair, and aftermarket customization to retail and commercial customers in the Twin Cities metro.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Minneapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Vehicle Sales (New): Sale of new Ford vehicles including F-150, Explorer, Bronco, Mustang, and commercial vehicles. Revenue generated from transaction price including dealer markups and manufacturer incentives.
2. Vehicle Sales (Used): Sale of pre-owned vehicles including Ford models and other brands. 791 used vehicles in stock as indicated on website.
3. Financing Services: Financing and leasing through Ford Credit. Offers include 0% APR for 36 months, 2.9% APR for 72 months on select models, and various lease terms.
4. Service and Parts: Service center, mobile service, Quick Lane, body shop, and parts department. Also offers Ford Protect Extended Service Plans.
5. Aftermarket/Customization: Cryptic Customs aftermarket vehicle customization services and products.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Apple Ford Apple Valley is a Ford franchise dealership that sells new Ford vehicles (cars, trucks, SUVs, EVs, and commercial fleet vehicles), used and certified pre-owned vehicles (791 in stock), and provides financing through Ford Credit. It operates a full service center, Quick Lane express maintenance, mobile service, parts department, an on-site collision center (Apple Collision & Glass), Ford Protect extended service plans, and Cryptic Customs aftermarket vehicle customization. The dealership also offers commercial work-truck solutions and a Free Lifetime Powertrain Warranty on qualifying vehicles.

Product overview

Apple Ford Apple Valley is a Ford dealership operating as part of the Apple Autos dealer group (ranked #1, #2, and #3 in Minnesota by 2025 sales volume). The business operates a multi-service model combining new and used vehicle sales with comprehensive automotive services. Their product portfolio includes new Ford vehicles (cars, trucks, SUVs, electric/hybrid models), used vehicles (791+ inventory), courtesy/demo vehicles, commercial fleet vehicles, and specialized work truck solutions. Service offerings encompass a full service center with mobile service, parts department, Quick Lane express maintenance, Apple Collision & Glass body shop, pickup/delivery service, and Ford Protect extended warranty programs. The dealership also features Cryptic Customs for aftermarket vehicle customization. Financing is facilitated through Ford Credit with various lease, finance, and payment calculator tools. They offer a Free Lifetime Powertrain Warranty on qualifying vehicles and participate in community programs including vehicle donations to veterans and single parents.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• New Vehicle Sales Sale of new Ford vehicles including cars, trucks, SUVs, and electric/hybrid models to retail and commercial customers via the franchise dealership in Apple Valley, MN.
• Used Vehicle Sales Sale of pre-owned vehicles including Ford models, certified pre-owned vehicles, and other brands, with 791 vehicles in inventory.
• Commercial Vehicle Sales Sale of Ford commercial vehicles including E-Transit, Transit CC-CA, Chassis Cab, F-650/F-750, E-Series Cutaway, E-Series Stripped Chassis, and Transit Connect for business customers.
• Service Center Full-service maintenance and repair facility providing scheduled maintenance, repairs, and technical services for Ford vehicles at the Apple Valley location.
• Mobile Service On-site vehicle service where technicians travel to customer locations to perform maintenance and repairs.
• Quick Lane Express service lane offering routine maintenance such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections without appointments.
• Parts Department Genuine Ford parts and accessories sales with online ordering and in-person purchasing options.
• Apple Collision & Glass Body shop and glass repair services including collision damage repair, glass replacement, and damage estimates.
• Finance Center Vehicle financing services including traditional financing, leasing options, and Ford Credit partnerships.
• Pickup and Delivery Service Vehicle pickup and delivery service for service appointments, allowing customers to have their vehicles collected and returned.
• Ford Protect Extended Service Plans Extended warranty and service contract programs providing powertrain and comprehensive coverage beyond standard warranties.
• Cryptic Customs Aftermarket Customization Aftermarket vehicle customization program offering modified and accessorized Ford vehicles with dealer-installed upgrades through Cryptic Customs.
• Courtesy Vehicles Formerly-dealer-used vehicles offered at discounted prices, typically with low mileage and available warranty coverage.
• Free Lifetime Powertrain Warranty Complimentary powertrain warranty covering engine, transmission, and drivetrain components for qualified used vehicles sold by Apple Ford Apple Valley.
• Ford Edge Compact crossover SUV offering sporty handling and available all-wheel drive, sold new through the dealership.
• Ford Escape Compact SUV offering hybrid and plug-in hybrid options for fuel-efficient daily driving, sold new through the dealership.
• Ford Expedition Full-size SUV offering maximum seating capacity and towing capability for families and cargo, sold new through the dealership.
• Ford Explorer Three-row midsize SUV offering seating for up to seven passengers with available ST performance trim, sold new through the dealership.
• Ford Bronco Mid-size off-road SUV available in two-door and four-door configurations with removable top options, sold new through the dealership.
• Ford Bronco Sport Compact off-road SUV designed for outdoor adventures with available Sasquatch package, sold new through the dealership.
• Ford Mustang Ford sports car available in various trims including GT and performance variants, sold new through the dealership.
• Ford Mustang Mach-E All-electric compact SUV delivering zero-emission driving with extended range battery options, sold new through the dealership.
• Ford Maverick Compact pickup truck available with hybrid powertrain and affordable base pricing, sold new through the dealership.
• Ford Ranger Midsize pickup truck offering capability and versatility for both work and recreation, sold new through the dealership.
• Ford F-150 Full-size pickup truck available in multiple trims including XLT, Lariat, Tremor, Platinum, Raptor, and Lightning electric variant, sold new through the dealership.
• Ford Super Duty Heavy-duty pickup truck series including F-250, F-350, and F-450 offering maximum towing and payload capacity, sold new through the dealership.
• Ford F-150 Lightning All-electric full-size pickup truck offering extended range, instant torque, and intelligent backup power capabilities, sold new through the dealership.
• Ford E-Transit All-electric version of the Transit van providing zero-emission commercial transportation, sold new through the dealership.
• Ford F-650/F-750 Medium-duty commercial trucks built for severe-duty applications including refuse, delivery, and construction, sold new through the dealership.
• Ford Transit CC-CA Full-size commercial chassis-cab variant of the Ford Transit designed for upfitting, sold new through the dealership.
• Ford Chassis Cab Ford Chassis Cab commercial vehicle designed for upfitting with utility bodies or specialty equipment, sold new through the dealership.
• Ford E-Series Cutaway Chassis cab van designed for upfitting with utility bodies, ambulance boxes, or other commercial equipment, sold new through the dealership.
• Ford E-Series Stripped Chassis Ford E-Series Stripped Chassis commercial vehicle designed for specialty upfitting, sold new through the dealership.
• Ford Transit Connect Compact commercial van designed for city deliveries and small business operations, sold new through the dealership.
• Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid Plug-in hybrid variant of the Ford Escape compact SUV sold new through the dealership.
• Work Truck Solutions Inventory Platform Specialized sales program listing new and used work trucks with commercial-grade configurations for business buyers, hosted on appleautos.worktrucksolutions.com.
• Vehicles Under $15K Program Special inventory selection of used vehicles priced at $15,000 or less, with 151 vehicles available, targeting budget-conscious buyers.
• Trade-In Valuation Vehicle trade-in assessment service providing customers with market-value quotes for their current vehicles, applied toward new/used purchases.
• Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles Certified pre-owned Ford vehicles meeting manufacturer inspection and warranty standards, sold through the dealership's CPO inventory.

Quantifiable outcome

• 7-day money back guarantee on vehicles
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Ford Motor CompanycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Ford franchise dealership selling new Ford vehicles, parts, and providing factory-authorized service. Operates under Ford's brand and programs.
• Apple Collision & GlassminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOn-site collision center and glass repair services. Located at separate URL (applecollisionandglass.com) providing body work and estimates.
• Cryptic CustomsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAftermarket vehicle customization partner offering modified and customized Ford vehicles. Inventory available through dealership website.
• Apple Ford Shakopee & Apple Ford White Bear LakecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister dealerships under Apple Autos group. Together ranked #1, #2, and #3 in Minnesota by 2025 sales volume. Shared resources, brand promise, and community involvement.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• AutoNation: AutoNation is the largest US automotive retailer, operating hundreds of franchised stores across multiple brands and states. It is a broad incumbent that overlaps with Apple Ford Apple Valley on new/used vehicle sales, F&I, and service, but at vastly greater scale and brand diversification.
• Penske Automotive Group: Penske Automotive Group is a global, premium-leaning franchised dealer group with new vehicle, used, and commercial truck operations. While more premium-focused and far larger, it shares the franchise-based retail and service model with Apple Ford Apple Valley.

Emerging players

• Carvana: Carvana is an online used-vehicle retailer offering home delivery and a 7-day money-back guarantee. It overlaps with the dealership's used-vehicle and customer-experience positioning, but operates a fully digital, asset-light model rather than a franchised dealership.
• CarMax: CarMax is the largest US used-vehicle retailer with a no-haggle, fixed-price model. It is comparable to Apple Ford Apple Valley's used-vehicle business (791 units in stock) and 7-day money-back / 30-day exchange policies, though it does not sell new vehicles.

Direct peers

• Lithia Motors: Lithia Motors is one of the largest franchised auto dealer groups in the US, operating a multi-brand, multi-segment new and used vehicle retail model that closely mirrors Apple Ford Apple Valley's franchised dealership structure, although at much greater scale and brand diversity.
• Ken Garff Automotive Group: Ken Garff Automotive Group is a large, privately held multi-brand franchised dealer group in the Western US. Its franchise-based retail and service operating model and customer-loyalty programs are directly comparable to Apple Ford Apple Valley's franchise dealership operations.
• Group 1 Automotive: Group 1 Automotive is a public, multi-brand franchised dealer group with new vehicle, used vehicle, and parts-and-service operations across the US and UK. Its franchise-driven, service-anchored model is structurally similar to Apple Ford Apple Valley's.
• Asbury Automotive Group: Asbury Automotive is a public franchised auto retailer with new, used (Clicklane), and F&I operations. Its franchise-dealer model and emphasis on customer-experience and digital channels make it directly comparable to Apple Ford Apple Valley's business mix.
• Sonic Automotive: Sonic Automotive operates franchised dealerships plus the EchoPark used-vehicle brand. Its dual new-franchise and dedicated used-vehicle structure is comparable to Apple Ford Apple Valley's mix of new, used (791 units), and F&I revenue streams.
• Holman Automotive: Holman is a large, privately held automotive group operating franchised dealerships, fleet services, and parts. Its mix of retail franchised dealerships and commercial fleet services is closely aligned with Apple Ford Apple Valley's consumer and commercial vehicle mix.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/appleautos
• Facebookfacebook.com/applefordshakopee
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/apple-valley-ford

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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