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Cortese Auto Group was founded in 1975 by Patrick Cortese. Pat got his start in the car business washing GTOs, Bonnevilles, and Tempests at Ralph Pontiac in the early 1960s. Pat loved the stylish American classics, and he jumped when a sales position opened up. He brought his love of cars to the sales transaction, and focused on making the buying experience fun and exciting for the customer. Cortese Dodge was the first Cortese Auto Group dealership and we have grown to include Chrysler, Jeep, Ram, Lincoln, Mitsubishi, Ford and Cortese Imports.

Pat's sales philosophy and business ethic is carried on by his son John Cortese. John learned at an early age how much fun the job can be, and he could not see himself doing anything else. John began working for his father and in his early teens became a lot boy, parking and moving cars around the dealership. In 1994 John convinced his father to let him run the Dodge store, a big undertaking for a 25-year-old. The gamble paid off, and the dealership soon experienced some of its most successful years.

At Cortese Ford you can expect award winning customer service, fair pricing and a large selection of new and quality pre-owned vehicles all on 15 acres for your convenience. Our friendly and highly knowledgeable staff is dedicated to your satisfaction.

Cortese Auto Group has been servicing vehicles for over 40 years currently employing over 100 service, parts and collision personnel. High quality factory trained technicians with many years of experience maintain and repair your vehicle to keep it running smoothly. You will enjoy one on one relationship with your service advisor, who will satisfy your needs, oversee the repair of your vehicle by working directly with the technician assigned to your vehicle.

Our state-of-the-art collision center staff is continuously trained on the latest repairs and tools of the trade. Cortese Collision is certified in the repair of aluminum bodied vehicles.

Our Factory Trained Technicians and Painters are ASE Certified, and members of the Rochester Auto Body Craftsman Guild. Body and frame repairs are backed by a Limited Lifetime Collision Warranty.

Cortese Ford also provides rental cars, wireless internet access in our waiting areas and Saturday hours, all to make your stay as convenient as possible.

To learn more about how Cortese Ford is dedicated to making your life easier, please contact us here. Or better yet, stop in and experience the comfortable, relaxed atmosphere and meet us in person at 2500 West Henrietta Rd Rochester, New York. We hope to have the pleasure of meeting you soon.