About Us

- Since Monday, October 19, 1987, or Black Monday, which was the date the stock market plummeted, Milnes Auto Group has continued to grow and succeed, establishing itself as one of the county's most trusted premier auto groups, with two locations in Lapeer County.

Milnes has been in business and helping the Lapeer County community for 5 decades, which is a testament to the organization's dependability and integrity. "After opening on Black Monday, I thought this was going to be the shortest dealership in history," joked owner and founder Bruce Milnes, "but we made it 36 years. And things are continuing to go really well." Milnes Auto Group is, first and foremost, a family company. Along with Milnes Ford in Lapeer, Bruce owns and operates Milnes Chevrolet in Imlay City.

Bruce's son, Blake, oversees operations of the Lapeer store, while his daughter, Brooke, is general manager at the Chevy dealership in Imlay City. Between the two dealerships, Milnes employs more than 100 people and sells 3,000+ vehicles every year. In 2016 alone, the sales for the dealerships have risen more than 34 percent, and the Milnes family expects another banner year in 2023, after implementing some changes to their operations.

"Our sales team isn't focused on the cost of the car sold, and rather focused on customer satisfaction and customer retention," said Blake. "The new non-commission pay plans are based on behaviors rather than the price of the vehicle. It takes the pressure off the customer."

"It doesn't matter if you buy a $2,000 car or a $50,000 car," added Brooke. "Our focus is trying to find the right vehicle for our customers so they keep coming back. People tend to think that car dealers are pushy, but we're not like that."

The auto group has also implemented the Milnes Advantage, a set of rewards to thank their customers for their continued loyalty. Among the benefits are pickup and delivery for service on vehicles, free delivery for new cars within 100 miles, pet-friendly showrooms and many more.

Milnes Auto Group has a strong and committed sales staff with many years of experience satisfying customers' needs. Milnes Auto treats the needs of each individual customer with paramount concern.

As a car dealer Milnes enjoys the challenge of meeting and exceeding customer standards each and every time.

And, along with serving the needs of their customers, Milnes Auto Group and its employees are also committed to giving back to their communities, making it a point to schedule at least one event to raise funds or donate to charities each month of the year, including the fireworks display in Lapeer, Drive 4 UR Community and School events, and many more. "We want to give back to our communities," said Bruce. Visit any of the locations today and get the Milnes Advantage with over 400 vehicles to choose from!

Purchase Your Next Ford at Milnes Ford in Lapeer, MI

Are you looking to take your driving to a new level? Purchasing a new Ford vehicle can probably be one of the best options. Ford produces a wide array of dependable automobiles, and they're loaded with contemporary features. This includes advanced innovation as well as high-performance engine components. Milnes Ford has you fully covered when you're looking for the latest Ford models around Imlay City, MI. We also cater to everyone's interests by offering a wide selection of used and pre-owned models. This includes sports cars, pickup trucks, SUVs, crossovers and compact cars. Of course, this means that the Ford Mustang, Expedition, Explorer, F-150, Edge and Bronco from a range of years are all on deck near Davison, MI.

First and foremost, Milnes Ford in Lapeer stands by offering some of the best customer service. Our reps are firmly committed to work in your best interests, unlike other dealerships who may try to pressure you into a poor purchase. All our Burton, MI customers will be greeted with a smile, and we'll be happy to give you plenty of beneficial information that will help you during the deciding process. Overzealousness is not part of our agenda, and we urge all customers to take their time. The experts in our finance center can help you find fantastic loan or lease deals. In addition to our friendly sales team, we have a service department with expert, factory-trained technicians. This means that all our Flint, MI customers can bring their Ford vehicles in for maintenance work, and our parts experts can help you get the parts or accessories you need. The ideal is to keep the ball in motion while minimizing the daily hassles of owing an automobile.

We invite you to visit our dealership at any point in your shopping process. We look forward to working with you to find a vehicle you'll love in your budget, so come over to Milnes Ford near Oxford, MI to get this process started.

Why Should Drivers in the Davison MI, Oxford MI, Burton MI and Flint Areas Choose Milnes Ford Inc?

• Easy Express Checkout! You can speed up the car buying experience by either starting your purchase online or use Easy Express Checkout and we can deliver the vehicle directly to you!
• We can deliver your new or pre-owned vehicle FREE (up to 150 miles) to your home or office!
• We will buy your vehicle even if you don't buy from us! Get a free no obligation trade in value while your vehicle is in service.
• Milnes Ford is Lapeer Counties only OEM Certified Aluminum Repair Facility
• Get your vehicle looking like new again with a free estimate today!
• Get a free tank of gas.
• Get a $50 referral check when you refer a customer and they buy/lease a vehicle at Milnes! 
• For your convenience we offer a wide variety of brand new rentals, easy online appointment scheduling for service, vehicle detailing, free shuttle transportation and free pick up/drop off service within 20 miles!

Of course, there are many reasons, but perhaps the most important is the incredible service we offer. From taking our time to ensure our customers have the best car buying experience when choosing a new Ford model, to making sure each of our clients obtain the car loan and Ford lease that he/she is most comfortable with, our commitment to you is unsurpassed.

From the latest selection of new Ford models, to our incredible variety of used cars here in Lapeer, Milnes Ford Inc likely has a model that will perfectly suit your personal style. And, of course, our friendly auto gurus are happily on hand to answer any questions you may have, as well as provide information about that model you're eyeing.

Milnes Ford Inc provides much more than new and used vehicles, however. Current Ford owners love our onsite car service and maintenance center. Employing only highly trained technicians that use certified CONTENTparts from the manufacturer, we make servicing your vehicle a simple, pleasant experience.

From your initial auto search online until you drive off of our lot in your new or pre-owned vehicle, Milnes Ford Inc is excited to be your preferred auto partner. If you're interested in any of our incredible products or services, don't hesitate to contact us online or by phone, or simply swing by our convenient 333 E. Genesee Street Lapeer, Michigan location, today. We look forward to meeting you soon!