New Chapman dealership sells its first car to a Californian

While other car dealerships are being forced to close their doors, Chapman Dodge is cutting the ribbon on a brand-new showroom and already selling cars off the lot.

California resident Tom Harkenrider was the first customer to buy a car at the new Chapman Dodge showroom, located at 3175 E. Sahara Ave. on the corner of East Sahara Avenue and South Mojave Road.

"All of us at Chapman Dodge have been anxious to open our doors and get business going here at our new dealership," said General Manager Don Hamrick. "Mr. Harkenrider has the distinction of being our first official customer and we're delighted that he traveled the distance to get the exact vehicle he wanted. I hope he comes back for every oil change, too."

Harkenrider of Orange, Calif., and his wife had been shopping for a new vehicle in California before deciding to purchase their convertible PT Cruiser at Chapman Dodge. The couple had been hoping to find a convertible-style car, but thought it was out of their budget when they found the PT Cruiser at Chapman. Harkenrider flew to Las Vegas to pick up the car and then drove it back to his ecstatic wife.

"She was thrilled to see the car when I pulled up," Harkenrider said. "I don't think I'll ever get to drive it again because she loves it so much. She is like a 16-year-old that just got her first car."

Their children, a 3-year-old son and a 12-year-old daughter, are also fans of the PT Cruiser.

"For my son, it's the first time he has ever sat in a convertible and now he doesn't want to ride in any other car," said Harkenrider.

Harkenrider said he had a great experience buying from Chapman and would recommend that his friends and family, even in California, visit the dealership when looking for a new or preowned car.

"Everyone at Chapman was very welcoming and responsive and I was able to get a good deal," said Harkenrider. "When my daughter turns 16, we'll give her the PT and go back to Chapman for our next new car."

Chapman's spacious new showroom is easy to find and has a larger vehicle selection.

Chapman Dodge sells and services new and used vehicles and is located on 3175 E. Sahara Ave. The dealership can be reached at 1-800-NewDodge and www.lasvegasdodge.com.

In addition to Chapman Dodge, Chapman Chrysler Jeep sells and services the complete line of Chrysler and Jeep vehicles. Located in the Valley Automall, Chapman Chrysler Jeep can be reached at 1-888-207-1687 or online at www.chapmanchryslerjeep.com.