The Ruge's Story...

1949...Joseph expanded the 3 bay service facilities
and added the showroom for the growing line of Oldsmobiles.

1950's...This decade includes the addition of The GMC Truck
line. Additionally, Sales, Service and the Parts and Accessories
business continued to grow. Joseph prided himself on making sure
his customers received the highest levels of service. As such,
Ruge's became recognized as the Hudson Valley's premier automotive center.

1963...After college and 3 years as an officer in the Air Force,
Lewis Ruge joins his father and becomes a partner in Ruge's Automotive.

1970...Lewis, seeing a market for a smaller, economy car, becomes one of
the countries first Subaru Dealers. The first vehicles were the 360 Series,
small vans and 2 doors with a 25hp, 2 cylinder, 2 cycle engine...
not compatible with what Americans had become accustomed to. Then
came the front wheel drive FF-1, a 2 or 4 door passenger vehicle with
a 4 cylinder boxer engine, not unlike Subaru's Boxer engines of today.

1985...Lewis adds a Chrysler Dodge Jeep Dealership.

1989...Lewis starts a wholesale parts and accessories business
in Red Hook NY. This facility employs approximately 40 people
and has 20 parts delivery vehicles on the road, servicing the
entire Hudson Valley.

Present Day...In 2005, Lewis purchased The Funk and Gallup GMC Dealership
in Copake NY. This facility sells and services Medium and Light Duty GMC
trucks. The Chrysler Dodge Jeep Dealership is on the corner of Routes 9
and 9G in Rhinebeck.  The Parts Warehouse and Distribution Center remains
in Red Hook. Due to General Motors discontinuation of Oldsmobile, the Subaru
Dealership continues in the heart of Rhinebeck at Joseph Ruge's original 1938
location. Lewis Ruge's experience, deep roots within the community and daily
presence insures that the 70 year tradition of excellence in customer service
remains the highest priority within Ruge's Automotive.

The Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep model lineups are fully represented at the Ruge's Chrysler Dodge Jeep lot. We maintain up-to-date new and pre-owned inventories of each brand and have the sales staff with the knowledge to point you in the right direction. If you need financial assistance, vehicle repair or a specific part, our Rhinebeck, NY location is your one-stop spot! Call us today at (888) 745 - 4351 if you'd like to speak with our knowledgeable staff!

Kingston Area New and Used Car Dealers - About Ruge's Chrysler Dodge Jeep

At Ruge's Chrysler Dodge Jeep, we offer new Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep cars in Kingston, along with used cars, used trucks and used SUVs by top manufacturers. Our sales staff will help you find a new or used car in the Kingston, Hyde Park, Saugerties, and Poughkeepsie area.

The auto finance staff at Ruge's Chrysler Dodge Jeep offers expert advice for those seeking an affordable Chrysler, Dodge or Jeep car loan or lease.

Kingston region customers can come in and take advantage of our knowledgeable Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep auto repair technicians, and shop our fully stocked inventory of Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep auto parts.

Reach Ruge's Chrysler Dodge Jeep any time by calling us, by filling out our contact form, or by visiting our Kingston area Chrysler Dodge Jeep dealership at 6882 Route 9, Rhinebeck, NY 12572.