The City of Dubuque is located along the border of Iowa, Wisconsin, and Illinois. It is one of the first towns that was established in Iowa and it serves as a cultural mecca of arts and entertainment for the immediate surrounding area.  For some, the art of buying a used vehicle can often be challenging.  Folks shopping for used Chevy trucks in Dubuque often look to Runde Auto Group first and foremost as they know that Runde’s stocks the largest used truck inventory in the Tri-States.  A good reason for this is because of their new Chevy store – Runde Chevrolet.  For the past 20 years or so, that store has annually sold more new Chevy trucks than any other Chevy dealership in a 60 mile radius.  That’s impressive and in an industry that has seen a lot of changes over the past couple decades, it’s good to know that Runde Chevrolet is a consistent staple of the car-buying community.

And here’s the best part …

The best part of Runde Chevrolet selling so many new Chevy Silverados year after year is that they end up taking in so many late model trade-in trucks from customers who like to trade every year or every couple of years.  For the sake of clarification so we’re on the same page for the remainder of this narrative, when using the term “late model” vehicle, we’re referring to a car or truck which has been recently designed or manufactured, often the latest model.  (i.e.  If the new cars currently sitting on dealer lots are 2020 and 2019 model years, then a late model trade would generally refer to something like a 2017, 2018 or 2019 model year vehicle.  Now normally when you see a late model used vehicle sitting on a dealer’s lot, you’d assume that it’s likely a program vehicle (previously used as a rental vehicle by a rental company like Enterprise, Avis or Hertz).   Full-size trucks, however, are a horse of a different color.  GM doesn’t produce a fleet of used trucks for rental fleets as there isn’t really any call for it.  So when Runde’s takes in a late model used Silverado or Silverado HD, rest assured it’s most likely a 1-owner vehicle that was probably pampered by the previous owner.  Most dealers will have a handful of late model used trucks sitting on their lot at any one time, but the Runde PreDriven store just across the river from Dubuque normally has well over one hundred late model used full-size trucks available.

So I think we’ve established why folks shopping for a used Chevy in Dubuque normally look to Runde Auto Group first.  Runde’s is considered by many the best car dealership in Dubuque according to Hospice of Dubuque annual Best Fest event.  Of course, there are other reasons:  For instance, the Runde website is intuitive and very easy to use. Where most dealerships subscribe to a corporate “car dealer specific” website provider, Runde’s has always taken the path less traveled and that’s why they have a website that is completely unique as it has been designed in-house from the ground up by the Runde staff and a local web programmer.  Another reason why people in Dubuque love Runde’s and love the Runde website is due to our Online Trade Evaluation.   Any customer from Dubuque or the surrounding area can easily submit all of the necessary information for their trade if they have a spare 10-15 minutes.  They just need to know their VIN, the equipment on their current vehicle, and the overall condition of their car or truck and they can submit it to Runde’s from the comfort of their own home.  Customers also have the option of taking photos of their vehicle from their phone and sending them directly to Runde’s via the form.  Filling out our online trade-in form (and taking optional pictures) provides our sales staff with all of the information they need to be able to put an actual trade value on your vehicle.   Once we have arrived at a fair value for your trade, we can either call, email, or text you the results (whatever your communication preference is).  A lot of dealers still subscribe to the “old school” philosophy where they require a customer to come in to the dealership to get a trade value for their vehicle.  But at Runde’s, we want to provide the customer with the information they need to make an educated decision and realistically customers are capable of making that decision at home, at work, or even in their car.  Respect is a two-way street and Runde Auto Group has the utmost respect for their customers’ time.

Service After the Sale at Runde’s

Runde’s also has a top tier service department with service advisors and fully trained technicians who are more than qualified to take care of all your vehicle maintenance and repair needs.  Buying a used Chevy truck from Runde’s just east of Dubuque, IA means that you actually become a valued member of the Runde community and that means we want to be able to service your truck after the sale and help you keep it in tip top shape.   And remember that our service department can also install accessories on your newly purchased Silverado.  Customers can always rely on us to customize your vehicle however you’d like whether it be adding chrome running boards, larger aluminum wheels, or even a spray-on bedliner.  Our parts department will be glad to inform you about parts and accessories that we have available allowing you to customize your truck however you want.

Cruise Dubuque in Style in a Chevy Silverado from Runde’s

The town of Dubuque has a lot of history that is visible to the eye as you drive down the various streets and avenues.  Sightseeing is a popular thing to do in and around Dubuque and in our opinion, you should do it in a sweet ride from Runde’s.  After all, there’s no enjoyment in travelling around town in a vehicle that rides like a lumber wagon.  If you’ve not ridden in a late model Chevy Silverado in a while, you’re in for a real treat.  We have a lot of customers who claim that the newer Silverado rides like a Cadillac and that’s not really an exaggeration.  The long wheelbase of the Silverado 1500 crew cab combined with the finely tuned suspension produces the end result of a plush, comfortable ride that is more than capable of traversing the streets of Dubuque with a smoothness that would rival the smooth feel of a hot knife though butter.

A Vehicle for All Budgets

Now for those shopping for a used vehicle in Dubuque for under $10,000, the Runde PreDriven store is likely to have exactly what you’re after. So if you’re looking for a very affordable Chevy truck, think Runde’s or check out our used truck inventory.   Runde’s likely has a set of wheels sitting on their lot right now that is perfect for your driving needs.  We have a lot of folks who say they were actually just driving by on their way back to Dubuque and the idea upgrading their current vehicle just popped into their head …  a half hour later, they’re driving home in their new Chevy truck.  Well, that doesn’t sound too crazy to us, it’s practically an everyday occurrence here at Runde’s.   So the next time you’re in the market for a nice used Chevy vehicle in Dubuque or the surrounding area, give Runde’s a chance.