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Why not kick off the new year with a visit to your trusted Shelbyville Ford dealership? Whether you’re shopping for a new vehicle, need expert service, or are looking for genuine parts, O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville is your one-stop destination for all things Ford. Here are three great reasons to stop by in 2025. more Discover Incredible New Year Sales Start the year right by exploring the exciting deals at our Ford dealership. We offer a wide selection of vehicles, including new Ford models like the F-150 and Explorer, and a diverse inventory of pre-owned options. Our knowledgeable sales team is here to help you find the perfect vehicle to fit your lifestyle and budget. Take advantage of competitive financing offers and drive into the new year with confidence. Get Expert Ford Service Keeping your vehicle in peak condition is easy with our state-of-the-art service center. From routine maintenance like oil changes and tire rotations to more extensive repairs, our certified technicians have you covered. Our Ford service team uses advanced diagnostic tools and genuine Ford parts to ensure your vehicle stays reliable and safe for years to come. Schedule an appointment today and experience the difference of top-notch care. Find Genuine Ford Parts Our parts department has everything you need for those who prefer a hands-on approach to vehicle maintenance. We stock genuine Ford parts to ensure quality and compatibility with your vehicle. Whether you’re upgrading your truck or replacing a component, our team will help you find the right parts to get the job done. Visit our Shelbyville Ford dealership to explore our extensive inventory and get expert advice. Visit O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville Today Make O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville your destination for sales, service, and parts this year. Stop by today to experience unparalleled customer care and start the new year with confidence.

On behalf of the O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville team, we wish you a merry holiday season! We’re incredibly thankful to our customers for their patronage and for helping us make this year unforgettable. Let’s look back at the year and some of the excellent things our dealership and community has done. more Helping Our Drivers Our dealership is here to assist Ford drivers, and that goes beyond selling, buying, and servicing vehicles. We were a proud sponsor of the Ford Driving Skills for Life event this June, which helped teen and student drivers train behind the wheel, giving them real-world experience. Another highlight of the year was opening our official Ford commercial vehicle service center. This helps us provide better and easier maintenance to our business customers. Charitable Donations and Events This holiday season is a joyous time for many, but it’s also important to recognize and help the less fortunate. We’ve partnered with the Shelby County Sheriff for our annual Fill-a-Car event, which has provided non-perishable food items, clothes, toys, and other items to those in need. It’s All Thanks to You We serve a wide range of customers in the Shelby County area. From the average driver to businesses looking for commercial vehicles, it’s thanks to you that our dealership thrives. We pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service and are thrilled to work with drivers from the initial purchase to routine maintenance to selling the vehicle. Happy Holidays from O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville! Our Shelbyville, KY, Ford dealership is still working hard during the holiday season, and we’re here to serve you. Contact us today to see how we can help you, and have a safe, joyous, prosperous 2024!

If you’re searching for a Ford dealership that does it all, you’ll want to look no further than O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville. We’re the team you can trust from your first test drive to your next service appointment, and we’re here to answer your pressing questions about picking out the next great Ford vehicle. These are just a few of the things you can expect to find when you visit our dealership. more A Wide Range of Vehicles Every driver is different. That’s why we carry such a unique collection of model options for you to pick from. At O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville, you’ll find new and pre-owned cars, as well as vehicles available for under $15,000 and CARFAX® One Owner models. Financing Tools and Resources It’s easy to find the right financing terms for your next vehicle with the support of O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville. Here are a few of the financing tools we offer at our dealership: Credit application Credit estimator Payment calculator Vehicle trade-in value estimator We also offer a wide range of specials and deals, so you can save big on the cars you like best. Service Support You Can Trust There’s no better way to protect and maintain your vehicle than with routine Ford service and car care. At O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville, you’ll have an expert service team’s support, easy online service scheduling, an online parts catalog, and specials on services and parts. Get to Know O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville There’s no better time to pick out your next car and no better place than O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville. Learn about our many services and options, and begin test driving, financing, or servicing your Ford vehicle today.

Are you on the search for a Ford SUV that can get the job done every time? O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville is here to help. Whether you love heading off the beaten path or you’re looking for innovative driver assistance features for extra peace of mind, we have you covered. We also carry the larger Ford SUV models, with third-row seating for family and friends, including some of the following. more The Ford Explorer is Made for Adventure Whether you’re camping with old friends or taking the family on a cross-country road trip, the Ford Explorer is the Ford SUV that can get the job done. It has a starting MSRP of $36,760, and comes with comfortable seating for up to seven passengers. You also have the towing and carrying capability to match, with a maximum towing capacity of 5,600 pounds. It also comes with 18.2 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row, 47.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row, and 87.8 cubic feet of cargo space behind the first row. The Ford Expedition Takes it to the Limit Looking for even more capability? You won’t want to miss the Ford Expedition, which has a starting MSRP of $55,125. It also has seating for up to eight passengers. In the Ford Expedition, you’ll have up to 9,300 pounds of towing capability when properly equipped. Behind the third row is 20.9 cubic feet of cargo space, 63.6 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row, and 104.6 cubic feet of cargo space behind the first row. Put Three-Row Ford SUVs to the Test The three-row Ford SUVs in our collection don’t back down from a challenge. Enjoy top passenger space and cargo capability when you test out new Ford models at O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville today.

The 2023 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E® is one of the most innovative new models on the market, as it perfectly blends performance and eco-friendly technology. It comes equipped with the speed-ready and capable new features that will serve you down at the track or out on the open road, and it has a starting MSRP of just $45,995. Visit O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville to test out some of the performance features it has to offer. more 1.      Powerful Engines That Deliver In the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E, you’ll find exciting and capable engines that produce quick times with zero emissions. In the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Select, you’ll have a zero-60 time of 5.8 seconds and 247 miles of electric range. In the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT, you can do zero-60 in 3.8 seconds. The 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium offers 310 miles of range and a zero-60 time of 6.1 seconds, and the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 does zero-60 in 4.8 seconds and delivers on 312 miles of range. 2.      MagneRide® Dampening System for Comfort and Handling With the MagneRide Dampening System, you’ll have the best of both worlds in terms of comfort and responsive handling. It’s soft and airy when you’re cruising down the highway, but can transition to that tight and stiff suspension in a split-second when it comes to carving corners. 3.      Brembo® Brakes to Keep You Safe The 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E can get you off the line—and it can stop on a dime. It comes equipped with red-painted Brembo® calipers, which are known for braking capability in all driving conditions. They withstand stress better than other braking systems and can bring your vehicle to a complete stop in a shorter distance and time. Test 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Performance Like the Ford Mustang models that have come before, the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E is a vehicle to be experienced. Come down to O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville to check out the top performance features it has to offer for yourself.

What’s football season without tailgating? Now that we can finally enjoy the full festivities of fall, you may be thinking about upgrading your vehicle. If you’re looking for something with a lot of space and many tech features, either of these Ford cars for sale could give you exactly what you need. more Ford Ranger For a compact pickup, the Ford Ranger offers a nice amount of room in the back. The SuperCrew has a five-foot bed and the SuperCab has a six-foot bed. No matter what you’ll need for your tailgating party, you should have little difficulty fitting it in either configuration. Thanks to a USB port and a Wi-Fi hot spot, you and your fellow tailgaters can always stay connected so you can follow other games. You can also get HD/satellite radio and Android Auto™/Apple CarPlay® integration. Ford F-150 You’ll have three bed sizes to choose from with the Ford F-150: five-foot-six-inches, six-foot-six-inches, or eight-feet. In addition to all of that space, you can get some added features to enhance your tailgating. These include a fold-out step that’s built right into the tailgate, an in-bed power outlet, and a power tailgate. Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and a Wi-Fi hot spot are all standard in the Ford F-150. You can also get wireless device charging, HD and satellite radio, and an available 18-speaker Band & Olufsen sound system. Find the Perfect Tailgating Vehicle in Shelbyville If you think one of these trucks will help you have a very enjoyable football season, come down to O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville. We’ll let you test out all of their features and take you out for a few test drives.

There are many reasons to think about buying a new Ford Bronco Sport. This compact SUV has great handling, fantastic off-road ability, and tons of advanced features, and if you’re looking to do some towing, it won’t disappoint in that area, either. more How Much Can the Ford Bronco Sport Tow? The base Ford Bronco Sport comes with a 1.5-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine that produces 181 horsepower and 190 lb.-ft. of torque. When properly equipped, this will let you tow up to 2,000 pounds. If you go with the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that puts out 250 horsepower and 277 lb.-ft. of torque, that tow rating climbs to 2,200 pounds. What Does "Properly Equipped" Mean? To do any serious towing, you will need to opt for the Class II Tow package. In addition to making your Ford SUV more tow-ready, this package also comes with a trailer sway control feature, which makes it a lot easier and safer to tow just about anything. Towing with the Ford Bronco Sport While it won’t be able to tow huge pieces of machinery or other big vehicles, your Ford Bronco Sport should be very capable of pulling things like small campers, trailers, or boats. As mentioned, the Ford Bronco Sport has great off-road chops. The Badlands trim in particular is the one you want if your towing exploits take place off paved roads. It comes standard with a bigger engine, tow hooks, all-terrain tires, a locking rear differential, and skid plates. To learn more about the new Ford Bronco Sport, contact O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville or visit us to take a test drive. We're more than happy to show you what this Ford SUV can do out on the road!

Do you have a soon-to-be college grad in your family? Graduation is always an exciting time for everyone, and what better way to reward your student's hard work than with a durable and professional Ford vehicle? It can be tough to decide which models are best, but fortunately, we have a wide variety of Ford cars for sale that could be perfect. Here are three of our favorites. more 2021 Ford Escape There are a couple of reasons why the Ford Escape could be great for your college grad. First of all, it offers up to 37.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the back row and 65.4 cubic feet when it’s folded down. If your student is planning on moving out after graduation, they will have a lot of room for their stuff in the Ford Escape. As a bonus, this compact Ford SUV also gets great gas mileage, earning 28 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway. 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid Speaking of great gas mileage, you may want to consider the hybrid version of the Ford Escape. With front-wheel drive, this SUV gets an astounding 44 mpg in the city and 37 mpg on the highway, saving your grad tons of money at the pump. To give your student peace of mind on the road, every Ford Escape Hybrid model comes with a number of standard safety features, including automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, and blind-spot monitoring, among several others. 2021 Ford Explorer If your scholar always likes to stay connected, a tech-savvy vehicle like the Ford Explorer would be ideal. In addition to an infotainment system with an eight-inch touchscreen, this Ford SUV also comes standard with: Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto ™ integration Satellite radio USB ports Six-speaker stereo Wi-Fi hot spot We guarantee our Ford dealership near Louisville, KY has the right vehicle for your soon-to-be grad. Visit us to see what we have in stock!