Experience the Ruge’s Advantage in Rhinebeck, NY

 

At Ruge’s Auto Group, we’ve been serving the Hudson Valley community for over 85 years, helping generations of drivers find and care for their vehicles with honesty, trust, and exceptional service. When you buy your next vehicle from Ruge’s in Rhinebeck, NY, you’re not just getting a great car, you’re getting the Ruge’s Advantage.

What Is the Ruge’s Advantage?

The Ruge’s Advantage Program comes standard with new and pre-owned vehicle purchases at Ruge’s Auto Groupe. It’s our way of saying thank you for choosing a local, family-owned dealership that’s been part of the Rhinebeck community since 1935.

When you buy from Ruge’s, you’ll enjoy exclusive benefits and extra peace of mind, at no additional cost to you.

 

Ruge’s Advantage Program Benefits

For New Vehicles:

+ 1 Year of Paintless Dent Repair and Key Replacement Coverage

Keep your new vehicle looking its best and protect against life’s little surprises.

Coverage provided for the first full year after purchase.

For Used Vehicles:

+ 6-Month / 6,000-Mile Limited Powertrain Warranty

Enjoy added confidence when you purchase a used car, truck, or SUV from Ruge’s.

Warranty includes coverage for the engine, transmission, transfer case, and drive axles.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s Covered Under the Used Vehicle Warranty?
Used vehicles with under 100,000 miles receive a 6-month or 6,000-mile Limited Powertrain Warranty (with a $100 deductible).
Covered components include:

Engine, Transmission, Transfer Case, Drive Axles

Who Backs the Warranty?
The Ruge’s Advantage Warranty is backed by Zurich Insurance Company - one of the world’s largest and most trusted insurance providers and the leading name in automotive dealer coverage.

How Much Does It Cost?
Absolutely nothing up front! The Ruge’s Advantage Program is included with your qualifying purchase. If service is needed, there’s only a $100 deductible at the time of repair.

 

Warranty Requirements

To maintain your warranty coverage, you must:

Keep your vehicle’s oil and temperature gauges in proper working order.

Follow the manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedule outlined in your Owner’s Manual.

Retain receipts and service records for all maintenance visits.

These records may be required to verify that maintenance was completed according to requirements.

-- Exclusions --

The following vehicles and uses are not eligible for Ruge’s Advantage coverage:

Vehicles with non-factory modifications or aftermarket performance upgrades

Vehicles used for commercial, ride share, or delivery services (Uber, Lyft, etc.)

Vehicles used for racing, towing beyond manufacturer limits, or emergency/police use

Snow plow-equipped vehicles

Vehicles modified for off-road or lifted suspension

Vehicles with upfits, EVs (currently excluded), or diesel/commercial models (F-350/3500 and up)

Vehicles over 15 years old or with more than 100,000 miles

 

Why Choose Ruge’s Automotive in Rhinebeck, NY?

When you shop at Ruge’s Subaru, Ford, CDJR, or Chevrolet, you’re not just buying a car, you’re joining a community. The Ruge’s Advantage Program is just one more way we deliver real value to our customers across Dutchess County, Kingston, and the greater Hudson Valley.

Whether you’re buying new or used, Ruge’s Automotive gives you more, more confidence, more protection, and more reasons to love your purchase.

Visit us today in Rhinebeck, NY, to experience the Ruge’s Advantage for yourself!
👉 Explore our inventory and find your next vehicle backed by over 85 years of trusted service.

 

Requirements & Exclusions

It is your responsibility to ensure the oil warning light and gage, as well as the temperature warning light and gauge, are in proper working condition and not displaying signs of warning. To maintain valid limited warranty coverage, you must have your vehicle checked and serviced in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations, as outlined in your vehicle's Owner's Manual. You must retain all copies of verifiable receipts and repair orders for maintenance services. These copies must indicate customer name, repair order number and date, vehicle identification number, odometer reading at time of service and a complete description of the service performed including required parts and materials. You may be required to provide evidence of all maintenance services.  

Exclusions:

·         Ineligible Models - Usage/Modification

·         Vehicles that are completed with non-factory modifications, or designed for ineligible purposes, will not be considered for coverage.

·         Used for commercial purposes, hauling, delivery, limousine service, ride share or transportation network (e.g. Uber, Lyft)

·         Used for hauling or towing in excess of the manufacturer's limitations and specifications

·         Used for rental, racing, speed contest or other competition, police car, security vehicle, emergency vehicle, shuttle service, taxi or commercial towing

·         Equipped to plow snow, whether or not the plow blade is attached

·         Modified for off-road usage or high-performance equipment including, but not limited to engine transmission, drive axle, exhaust systems, suspension,                  lift kits, oversized/undersized tire

·         Vehicles with upfits

·         EV's currently excluded

·         Commercial Vehicles (including but not limited to F350/3500s), Diesel Vehicles

·         Vehicles 15 years or older OR greater than 100k miles