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Thunder Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Bartow, FL
828 Reviews
Welcome to Thunder Chrysler! — Bartow's hometown Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram dealership, proudly serving Polk County since 2016.
We're not just a place to buy a car. We're part of this community — and we've been proving it for nearly a decade.
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS — THE REAL ONES
Thunder Chrysler is the 10-year Title Sponsor of Jeepin' with Sheriff Judd, the beloved three-day family Jeep festival at Clear Springs Ranch in Bartow that benefits Polk Sheriff's Charities. Nine consecutive years. Not because it's good marketing — because it's the right thing to do.
We are the founding Presenting Sponsor and on-property host of Jeepin' for a Cure — Florida, a Jeep rally that raises critical funds for local breast cancer patients through the Breast Cancer Foundation of Central Florida. Every single year since the event was founded in 2023, it has been held right here on our lot.
We have sponsored and hosted the Drive Against Darkness: Suicide Prevention and Awareness Car Show for all three years of its existence — and we're already planning year four in 2026.
We are proud sponsors of American Legion Post 3, supporting veterans of our community through multiple events throughout the year.
We are the Official U.S. Dealership of #DuckDuckJeep — the global Jeep community movement started by the late Allison Parliament — a distinction no other dealership in America holds.
We are a promotional partner with the Florida Trail Stompers, one of Florida's largest off-road Facebook communities, hosting and sponsoring their events and training programs throughout the year and offering Trail Stompers members exclusive discounts on sales, service, parts, and accessories.
And we've hosted and sponsored numerous Jeep lifestyle events over the past four years, because the Jeep community is our community.
THE BUYING EXPERIENCE
On the sales floor, we do things the way they should be done. Transparent pricing. No hidden fees dropped on you at the last minute. No pressure tactics. No games. Just honest numbers, a team that listens, and a process that respects your time. Most of our customers tell us they drove past other dealers specifically to buy from us — and many come back again and again.
We've earned a 4.9-star rating on Kelley Blue Book, 827 verified reviews on DealerRater, and the FCA Customer First Award for Excellence. Those aren't numbers we brag about — they're what happens when you treat people right every single day.
OUR INVENTORY & SERVICE
We carry 250+ new Jeep, Ram, Dodge, and Chrysler vehicles — one of the largest Jeep Wrangler and Ram truck selections in the region — plus a strong selection of used and Mopar Certified Pre-Owned vehicles.
Our service department is equally trusted. Our technicians are factory-trained, our service advisors communicate clearly, and customers tell us we're the only place they trust with their Jeep or Ram. We service all makes and models.
FIND US
1425 W. Main St., Bartow, FL — between Lakeland, Winter Haven, Plant City, and Lake Wales, right in the heart of Polk County.
Come see why Thunder CDJR isn't just the highest-rated CDJR dealer in the area — it's the one that shows up for you long after the sale.
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Sales/Showroom
Monday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday Closed
Service
Monday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday Closed
Parts
Monday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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November 01, 2023
Louis always does an over the top Jo, his Comunication and Focus to Detail is why I have been a Customer for 11 years. I also appreciate the Quick Transportation while working on my 2013 Jeep Sahara and Focus to Detail is why I have been a Customer for 11 years. I also appreciate the Quick Transportation while working on my 2013 Jeep Sahara 4 door. More
by streamlineyourjeep
Verified CustomerEmployees Worked With
Louis , Matt Earp, Mike Quinn
November 01, 2023
This is the third vehicle I've purchased from this dealership. Everyone involved with our purchase was great. dealership. Everyone involved with our purchase was great. More
by WANDA.DANIELS.WD
November 01, 2023
Wish the Dealership would of advertised on the website that two of their lifts were down. I didn't find that out till after i was there and felt as if i didn't have a choice but to stay since i was alread that two of their lifts were down. I didn't find that out till after i was there and felt as if i didn't have a choice but to stay since i was already there. I had an appointment for an oil change and tire rotation and was still here for over an hour and half. More
by noneyourbusiness
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service dept
October 31, 2023
Excellent customer service. People with integrity. The staff made it very easy and it was streamlined. In buying my new car. People with integrity. The staff made it very easy and it was streamlined. In buying my new car. More
by JONILEETYLER
Employees Worked With
Luis Peña, Noah Gunter, Robert Maxwell
October 31, 2023
EXCELLENT SERVICE! Everytime I get my oil changed, or come in for service, I'm greeted with smiling faces. Denisa came right out and welcomes me for my appointment, eve Everytime I get my oil changed, or come in for service, I'm greeted with smiling faces. Denisa came right out and welcomes me for my appointment, even though my appointment was with Jason. That made me feel important. I never wait long for my oil changes, Jason gets me in and out, fast! The service team always go above & beyond every time. It's great sitting in the waiting room with drinks & snacks too, and of course the friendly employees who come tell me hello is an added bonus! I can't imagine going anywhere else for any of my vehicle needs. andddd Jason in service is the BEST!!!!! More
by Deserae(McQueen)
October 30, 2023
Luis Pena is always very welcoming, and he takes time to explain things very clearly. He checks in with me frequently while I'm waiting for my vehicle and shows concern about my wait and comfort. explain things very clearly. He checks in with me frequently while I'm waiting for my vehicle and shows concern about my wait and comfort. More
by my_55_belair
Employees Worked With
Luis Pena
October 28, 2023
Thunder employees are always helpful and enjoyable to deal with. My last three cars have been purchased from Thunder and service has been good as well. deal with. My last three cars have been purchased from Thunder and service has been good as well. More
by sandrasfunk
Employees Worked With
Matt Earp
