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One of the best things about living in Wilsonville is having the spectacular natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest right on your doorstep. There’s Tillamook State Forest to the west and Mount Hood National Forest to the east, but you can stay around Wilsonville and still find plenty of top places to hike. Here are just a few of our favorite outdoor areas and parks near Dick’s CJDR of Wilsonville: Graham Oaks Nature Park offers three miles of trails to suit any kind of adventure you have in mind. There’s plenty to do and see, including the wonderful Ice Age Tonquin Trail that is planned to connect Wilsonville, Tualatin, and Sherwood. As you stroll through this enchanting conifer forest, keep your eyes peeled for native wetland birds, including Western bluebirds and orange-crowned warblers. Magness Memorial Tree Farm Take yourself just 10 minutes west of 1-5 Wilsonville exit 283 to find Magness Memorial Tree Farm tucked away amongst the Willamette Valley’s Chehalam Mountains. It’s the perfect venue to explore the forest, and there are even a few outdoor education sites. Of course, what’s most impressive is the 2.5 miles of hiking trails. There are some more adventurous paths, but a great family option is Nagle Trail, which takes you on a flat loop featuring educational signposts. Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge The Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge is home to 1,856 acres wetlands and lowlands sanctuary. With 200 species of birds, 50 species of mammals, 25 species of reptiles and amphibians, and a wide variety of insects, fish and plants, it offers far more than a place to hike. Knights Bridge Park If you feel like going hiking around Wilsonville on a hot summer’s day, why not head to Knights Bridge Park? Running along the Molalla river, it provides a place to go for a dip in cool, gently-flowing waters whenever you get a little hot. It’s even shallow enough for the kids to enjoy. Wilsonville Hiking Trails Never Fail to Impress One of the reasons Dick’s CJDR of Wilsonville is so happy to be part of the local community is that we get to enjoy the area’s natural splendor. As well as offering a diverse selection of new vehicles, we’re always happy to point people towards Wilsonville’s top attractions, so don’t hesitate to contact us today.

New Inventory Used Inventory Get Financing You already know that Jeep creates some of the most desirable SUVs on the road today, but what’s the difference between the Jeep Wrangler and the Jeep Cherokee? They’re both top of the range models in their own respective classes, and you’ll find that each exhibits the bold and daring style that helps define the Jeep brand. That said, there are clear and important differences that separate them that could help you discern which is the best for your driving needs. The Jeep Wrangler The Jeep Wrangler is an iconic off-road machine with a lineage going back over generations of adventure. While the new SUV class has started to focus more on more on producing vehicles that will never leave the city or highway, the Jeep Wrangler has remained a pure example of rugged backcountry capability. Just check out the following select features: Command-Trac ® NV241 4×4 System Rock-Trac ® 4×4 System for Best-in-class off-road performance Dana 44 Heavy-Duty Axle Tru-Lok ® Locking Differentials 10-Inch Ground Clearance, 42.2° approach angle, 25.8° breakover angle, and 32.3° departure angle. All in all, it’s no surprise to learn that the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon model was named “Best 4×4 Vehicle of the Decade” by Four Wheeler Magazine. The Jeep Cherokee The Jeep Cherokee isn’t quite as rough and tumble as the Jeep Wrangler, but it still beats almost every other SUV on the market through its own off-road features, including three available 4×4 systems. However, it’s probably a better pick if you want a vehicle that can perform as smoothly across the city streets as it can across the backcountry. With a greater array of engines than the Jeep Wrangler, it’s a sporty SUV that can still remain efficient enough for everyday driving. Plus, it has a suite of comfort and convenience features, including: Uconnect ® 8.4 NAV with high-resolution 8.4-inch color touchscreen, built-in 3-D Navigation, HD Radio™, and more. Alpine ® Premium Audio System with a 12-channel, 506-watt amplifier, nine speakers, and a powerful subwoofer. Heated steering wheel to keep your hands warm and relaxed during cool winter mornings. Find Your Next Jeep SUV from Dick’s CJDR of Wilsonville The team here at Dick’s CJDR of Wilsonville understands the key differences between the Jeep Wrangler and the Jeep Cherokee, and we’re always ready and waiting to help identify the right model to fit your needs. Contact us today for further information or to explore financing options. Alternatively, feel free to schedule a test drive in either the Jeep Wrangler or the Jeep Cherokee.

Contact Us If you’re like us at Dick’s CJDR of Wilsonville, your idea of a relaxing day out in the summer includes a trip to the local farmers market for fresh produce, baked goods, and handmade products. Located at 25600 S.W. Parkway Center Drive, Dick’s CJDR of Wilsonville is proud to be a resident dealer of new Chrysler vehicles, as well as a sponsor of the Wilsonville Farmers Market. If you haven’t made it to the famers market yet, look below for five reasons why it’s worth your while! 1. Accessible Location The best farmers markets always seem to be out of reach. If you’re a Wilsonville local, though, you’re in luck! Open until September 28, the Wilsonville Farmers Market is conveniently located in Sofia Park at 28836 Costa Circle W—a quick three-minute walk from Piccadilly Park and Wilsonville Palermo Park. 2. Specialty Food & Drink From hummus and cupcakes to jerky and popcorn, the Wilsonville Farmers Market is the local hotspot for fresh specialty foods. The market also has specialty drink vendors like Arcane Cellars. Choose from a wide selection of Nil Organic Tea, and pair your choice with a bottle of Tbees Honey. 3. Handmade Items The Wilsonville Farmers Market is also the place to be for specialty items—all of which are handmade by the vendors. Pick up a few fresh-baked dog treats made from quality ingredients, handcrafted candles, or carefully blended bath and body products. The market celebrates the quality of local foods and beverages, as well as everyday care and lifestyle products. 4. Summer Concert Series Every year, the Wilsonville Farmers Market hosts a 14-week concert series. Local musicians book spots in the performance lineup in advance, entertaining vendors and shoppers throughout the summer. You’ll hear music from some of Wilsonville’s most talented singers and bands while you browse specialty items and fresh produce. 5. Market Pantry Last but not least is Market Pantry—a food relief program arranged by the Wilsonville Famers Market to help nearby families obtain healthy foods. The program also provides free nutritional education, EBT/SNAP benefits for eligible applicants, and much more. If you’re interested in volunteering your time or donating to a good cause, why not start here? We’re Your Trusted Wilsonville Dealer! Dick’s CJDR of Wilsonville is your source for the latest news on happenings and hotspots around Wilsonville, OR. As a local, full-service dealer, nothing pleases us more than helping to bring our community closer together, whether through high-quality auto service or community-based sponsorships. If you have questions for our team, feel free to contact us at 503-563-7260!

Contact Us It’s that time of year again! The Wilsonville Rotary Summer Concerts are going on this July and August—and all are welcome to attend. The best part? Dick’s CJDR of Wilsonville—your trusted supplier of new Chrysler vehicles —is sponsoring the event, letting Wilsonville and Portland area residents sit back and enjoy the music FREE of charge. All opening performances will begin at 5:30 p.m., followed by headliners at 6:30 p.m. Check below for more details! About the Concerts In 2002, the Wilsonville Rotary started the Wilsonville Rotary Summer Concerts to bring the people of the Portland area together. Every year, the concerts are held at the five-acre Town Center Park, giving local families and friends a prime opportunity to hang out, reunite, and enjoy the summer’s festivities. You’ll find the park just minutes from the Wilsonville Family Fun Center & Bullwinkle’s Restaurant. Dates are as follows: Thursday, July 20 Thursday, July 27 Thursday, August 3 Thursday, August 10 The Wilsonville Rotary Summer Concerts showcase some of the most talented popular and up-and-coming musicians in the Portland area. Big Night Out, Johnny Limbo and the Lugnuts, Cloverdayle, Linda Hornbuckle, and many others have graced the stage. The atmosphere is informal and relaxed—perfect for a night out with the kids. Grab take-out from one of the area’s many great restaurants, set up a few lawn chairs or a blanket, and enjoy the show! Unwind and Donate to a Worthy Cause Dick’s CJDR of Wilsonville, located right here in Wilsonville, is a proud sponsor of the Wilsonville Rotary Summer Concerts. Sponsorships and tourism development grants from the city help to keep the event free of charge for attendees. When you attend, however, you can listen to great music and pitch in toward a good cause. Feel free to donate to End Polio Now by Rotary International—a worldwide campaign that aims to spread awareness about the need for polio vaccinations for kids. We Hope to See You There! Dick’s CJDR of Wilsonville couldn’t be more excited to have a hand in making this year’s Wilsonville Rotary Summer Concerts possible! If you have questions about the concerts, our other sponsorships, or our current vehicle lineup, contact us at 503-563-7260. Our phone lines and doors are open from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday.

Dodge is looking to its impressive history to expand the trim lineup for both the Dodge Charger and Dodge Challenger muscle cars. Beginning this fall, the race-inspired Dodge Challenger T/A and Dodge Charger Daytona will roar back into action after being out of production for years. That is exciting news for both classic car enthusiasts and anyone who enjoys peak levels of automotive performance and style. Here’s what we know about both models so far. Dodge Challenger T/A This car runs on a 5.7L HEMI V8 that delivers 392 hp. It also features unique performance upgrades like active performance exhaust, larger wheels, a lowered suspension, premium shock absorbers, and sport-tuned stability controls with three different settings. The car will also have a classic look and feature satin black paint, air catcher headlights, ‘70s-inchpired gauges, custom embroidered floor mats, and lots of other flourishes. Drivers can upgrade to the Dodge Challenger T/A 392 to get a heftier 6.4L V8 engine that boosts power to a robust 485 hp and can hit 60 mph from a standstill in about 4.5 seconds. Dodge Charger Daytona The same engine and performance upgrades will be available, but this car also adds a cold-air induction, 2.75-inch electronically controlled exhaust system, as well as different calibrations for the engine and transmission to boost acceleration. The look of the car is inspired by the Charger SRT models but also shows off a HEMI logo on the hood, Daytona graphics on the rear fender, black Napa leather and suede seats with gold stitching, and aluminum and gloss-black interior trim. New features include driver’s seat and steering column memory settings, Bi-Xenon headlights, LED ambient cabin lighting, and sensors to make backing up easier. Get Race Ready at Dick’s CJDR of Wilsonville Both of these cars will have an MSRP from around $40,000, which is not much more than the standard issue Charger and Challenger models. The T/A will ship out in September with the Daytona to follow in October. You can get a look at both vehicles and take them out for a hair-raising test drive at our dealership. Visit us at 25600 S.W. Parkway Center Drive in Wilsonville, OR during our regular sales hours, Monday through Saturday. If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch.

The 2016 Challenger and Charger SRT Hellcat models, the fastest, most powerful muscle cars to ever run the track*, got their stripes the old-fashioned way: with 650 lb.-ft. of torque. Now they finally get to wear them. This January dealers began taking orders for SRT Hellcat-exclusive dual full-length carbon-fiber pattern stripes. A little car history for you: Racing stripes made their first appearance in the 1950s. They were primarily used to help spectators identify a particular racecar on the track and to also help the driver orient his ride after a spinout. The stripes fulfilled a third and slightly unexpected role of making cars look completely freaking awesome. Not surprisingly, pretenders and copycats lifted the design element. The British christened them “go-faster stripes.” That’s cute. While Dodge SRT engineers have confirmed that dual exterior stripes take the aggressive appearance of the 2016 Challenger and 2016 Charger SRT Hellcats up a notch, they credited the 707-horsepower supercharged HEMI® V8 under the hood of these two monsters, and not the stripes, for everything in the speed department. We tend to believe them. The icing on top of this burnt-rubber cupcake comes in a delicious flavor of Plum Crazy. In response to massive consumer demand, Dodge has extended the deadline for ordering the limited-edition, high-impact Plum Crazy exterior paint color through the end of January. The SRT Hellcat dual stripes option is available now for a suggested MSRP of $995. When it comes to tricking out your SRT Hellcat in one of the Dodge brand’s most legendary high-impact hues, the clock is ticking. * Based on NHRA certified ¼-mile testing, top speed and horsepower. Excludes non-mass production vehicles.