Surprise
Surprise AZ at a Glance
The city of Surprise has been growing rapidly since 2000. It jumped from 30,000 to 117,517 between the 2000 and 2010 Census. It grew more slowly, but it added another 26,000 by the 2020 Census.
What’s driving its growth? Surprise has always been influenced by the growth of Phoenix. However, it was a trickle-down effect that didn’t spur much change until Sun City Grand was built, starting in 1996. This brought more development and more focus on the area.
By the time Sun City Grand was finished in 2005, more developers were discovering Surprise. The original founder Flora Mae Statler would never recognize the area which has changed so much. The original 1 square mile plot has grown to 110 square miles.
Surprise residents tend to commute to jobs in the surrounding area and as far as Phoenix. The average time in the car is 30.7 minutes each way.
That’s where Surprise AZ Ford dealerships come into the picture. Rodeo Ford offers the incredible benefits of the Ford lineup. You’ll find the latest technologies and nicest amenities on our SUVs and trucks. Surprise Ford drivers can take advantage of the latest driver assistance and dash technologies available in automotives today.
Surprise Activities and Opportunities
With so much sunshine, outdoor opportunities are everywhere. In fact, Surprise has six golf courses before you count the four in the Sun City Grand community. That’s ten different courses to challenge golfers. Of course, there are even more golf courses in the Phoenix metro area.
The city built a large Tennis and Racquet Complex to satisfy residents who want to play tennis, racquetball or pickleball. The 2,500-person arena allows them to host tournaments as well.
Another favorite is lawn bowling. There are four greens in Sun City Grand, and these have attracted national tournaments.
Nature watching and bird watching are also common activities. A certified Audubon sanctuary is part of the Quail Run Golf Course, and the Lakeside Pavilion at Sun City Grand offers excellent birding opportunities.
Birders may head out to the Boyce Thompson Arboretum, the Hassayampa River Preserve or the Tres Rios Wetlands. The Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch in Gilbert is a favorite for its diversity. More than 300 different species have been spotted there.
Another favorite in Surprise is the Cactus League. Spring training with the Kansas City Royals or Texas Rangers is fun to watch. Even more fun, the two teams line up against 13 other teams for games in March and early April. Surprise Stadium is the closest of ten stadiums throughout the Phoenix metro area.
Scenic Drives Near Surprise
Whether living in or visiting Surprise, it’s fun to get in the car and go see all that Arizona has to offer. There are so many regional parks, state parks, national monuments and national parks. Plus there are many scenic drives through unspoiled landscapes.
When you want to take in the beauty of the desert, you don’t have to drive far from Surprise. You can go to the Sonoran Preserve or drive through White Tank Regional Mountain Park.
One of our favorite scenic drives are the park roads in the Petrified Forest. Not only do you get to see that ecological wonder, but you also get to see the Painted Desert.
Of course, the Red Rock Scenic Byway may be one of the best known Arizona scenic drives. This beautiful trip between Sedona and I-17 puts you in close proximity to the incredible natural structures made of red- or orange colored sandstone.
From there, you can travel the Mollon Rim in the Coconino National Forest. Or you can head up toward Flagstaff and drive through the beautiful Oak Creek Canyon.
If you want to take to the Apache Road or do any other type of challenge, you need a good Ford off-roader. Today’s lineup has more choices than ever before. Pickup truck enthusiasts can go for the Ford F-150, Ranger and Maverick. Plus you have the Bronco and Bronco Sport. Then there are the Timberline trims of the popular Explorer and other SUVs at Rodeo new Ford dealer.
Who We Are
According to the folks at DealerRater, Rodeo Ford is the 2022 Dealer of the Year. Our staff is proud to have earned this award, which represents the excellent reviews we’ve had from customers. We hope all Surprise drivers will feel free to check out our large inventory of new and used SUVs, trucks and cars.
It’s easy to find our dealership by taking US I-10. Between Litchfield Park and Dysart Roads, our address is 13680 W. Test Drive.
The Earnhardt Way
As part of a family owned dealership group, we try to live up to the high standards set by the company’s founder. Tex Earnhardt started the dealership with one Ford car in 1951. Over time, his hard work and sincere dedication to his customers earned him many more auto dealerships in Surprise AZ and the greater Phoenix area.
Customer Service
If customer service is important to you, then know this. Rodeo Ford doesn’t just talk the talk; we walk the walk. Our dealer reviews caused us to earn the 2022 Consumer Satisfaction Award. This indicates that we are meeting our goals in terms of providing a better shopping experience. Even better, it means that we are managing to do it across the board -- in new cars sales, used car sales, financing, parts, repair and maintenance.
Financing
Rodeo Ford is your home for loans and leases. You don’t have to risk using an internet source or pay too much at a big bank. Instead you can find the right rate with our help. You tell us what the monthly payments should be, and we can work on finding a loan or lease that matches that.
Service
When you have a car in need of repair or service, you can count on our well-trained mechanics. We’ve got the know-how, the equipment, and the OEM parts to do the job right every time.
Our service center and Quick Lane are open six days a week at 7 a.m. Weekdays we close at 6 p.m. and Saturdays at 4 p.m. Schedule online.
Parts
Whether you are looking for Ford OEM parts to make repairs or you want Ford accessories to update your ride, our parts department has you covered. You can order online, by phone or in person.
New
When you want a new ride, you definitely want to check out the latest Ford vehicles. Our long list of SUVs just keeps getting better. Arizona drivers love the Bronco and Bronco Sport because they are excellent off-roaders. Our Explorer, Expedition and Expedition Max serve families better than ever. The Ford Ranger and F-150 are now joined by the incredibly affordable Maverick hybrid. For speed, the Ford Mustang remains the ultimate muscle car. The Ford Mustang Mach E has become the ultimate electric ride.
When you want to see them side by side, you need to head to Rodeo Ford. Check out our inventory and come take a test drive of your favorites.
Used
If you want better used cars, trucks and SUVs, you don’t have to chase around looking for the best used Ford dealerships in Surprise AZ. Rodeo Ford is a hub for good used cars.
Ford has upped its game with certified pre owned cars. It now offers Gold Advantage and Blue Advantage. That gives shoppers two levels of CPO choices. That’s more price points for more people, and more benefits, whether you choose Gold or Blue.