Historic mineral waters. Landmark architecture. Local businesses generations of families remember. And a community Chuck Anderson Ford has proudly called home for more than 50 years.
Chuck Anderson Ford isn't simply a Ford dealership located in Excelsior Springs. This is our hometown.
In 1974, Chuck Anderson and his family purchased the local Ford dealership and made Excelsior Springs home. More than five decades later, the Anderson family continues serving drivers from the same community that helped shape the dealership.
That history matters to us because Excelsior Springs has always been a town built around people coming together. Long before travelers arrived here by automobile, they came for the city's famous mineral waters. They stayed at local hotels, walked downtown streets, gathered at restaurants and shops, and experienced the hospitality that still defines Excelsior Springs today.
From the Hall of Waters and The Elms Hotel & Spa to a summer trip to Dari-B or an evening in Historic Downtown Excelsior Springs, these are more than attractions. They're part of the community's identity.
Excelsior Springs grew from an extraordinary collection of mineral springs into one of Missouri's best-known historic resort communities. The landmarks that remain today tell the story of that transformation.
Siloam Spring became the first of the mineral waters associated with the development of Excelsior Springs. The discovery helped transform what had largely been agricultural land into a destination that attracted visitors seeking the area's unusual mineral waters.
Hotels, boarding houses, bath houses, businesses and attractions developed as more visitors traveled to the community. The mineral-water industry helped establish the character and architecture still visible throughout Excelsior Springs.
Construction of the Hall of Waters created one of the city's defining landmarks. The Art Deco and Depression Modern building brought multiple mineral waters together in a single complex and became one of the most ambitious public projects of its type in Missouri.
Chuck Anderson and his family purchased the local Ford dealership and moved to Excelsior Springs. The dealership has grown with the community while remaining family owned and focused on the relationships that come with doing business in a hometown.
Excelsior Springs continues to celebrate its past while reinvesting in downtown businesses, tourism, events, restaurants, lodging and community development. Historic buildings and long-running local traditions share the city with new businesses and new generations of residents.
Learn more about the city's past through Visit Excelsior's history of Excelsior Springs and the Excelsior Springs Museum & Archives .
A trip through Excelsior Springs tells the story of the town through architecture, hospitality, local traditions and businesses that have become familiar gathering places.
Few buildings are as closely connected with Excelsior Springs as The Elms. For more than 130 years, the hotel has welcomed travelers to the community and carried forward the city's tradition as a destination for relaxation and hospitality.
The hotel is also connected to American political history. Harry S. Truman famously stayed at The Elms on election night during his 1948 presidential campaign.
The Hall of Waters stands as perhaps the most recognizable symbol of Excelsior Springs' mineral-water history.
Built between 1936 and 1938, the landmark brought waters from multiple local springs and wells into an elaborate municipal complex that included a water bar, bathing facilities, bottling operations and swimming facilities.
Today, the Hall of Waters continues to preserve and explain the story that helped put Excelsior Springs on the map.
Sometimes a community landmark isn't a grand historic building. Sometimes it's the place generations of families visit for an ice cream cone on a warm Missouri evening.
Dari-B has been part of Excelsior Springs since 1954, and its annual seasonal opening has become a local signal that spring is on the way. For countless families, trips to Dari-B are woven into memories of ballgames, school nights, summer vacations and growing up in Excelsior Springs.
To understand Excelsior Springs, it helps to understand its waters. The mineral springs brought travelers here, supported hotels and businesses and helped create an economy built around visitors, hospitality and service.
The Hall of Waters became the architectural centerpiece of that story. Its Art Deco and Depression Modern design incorporates distinctive decorative elements inspired by water, while the building itself was engineered to receive different varieties of mineral water from springs and wells around town.
The Hall was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1983 and remains one of the best places to begin exploring Excelsior Springs history.
Downtown Excelsior Springs is where much of the city's history can still be experienced on foot. Historic storefronts, restaurants, boutiques, murals, lodging, public spaces and the Hall of Waters create a downtown district that feels unmistakably local.
The historic downtown is part of the community's larger collection of National Register historic resources, and preservation has become an important part of Excelsior Springs' modern revitalization.
Local businesses and organizations continue investing in downtown while preserving the architectural character that gives the district its identity.
Whether you're visiting for a festival, grabbing dinner, exploring local shops or simply driving Broadway at night, downtown remains the community's gathering place.
The best way to understand Excelsior Springs is to spend time here. Explore downtown, learn about the mineral-water era, support local businesses and see why so many people are proud to call the community home.
Excelsior Springs has spent generations welcoming people to town. Chuck Anderson Ford is proud to carry that same spirit of hometown hospitality into the automotive business.
In 1974, Chuck Anderson and his family purchased the dealership and made Excelsior Springs their home. Since then, generations of local families have trusted Chuck Anderson Ford for new Ford vehicles, pre-owned cars and trucks, automotive financing, maintenance, repairs and genuine Ford parts.
The vehicles have changed dramatically over those decades. The principles behind the dealership have not: treat customers fairly, stand behind the work and build relationships that last.
Today, Chuck Anderson Ford continues serving Excelsior Springs from 1910 W Jesse James Road, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024, while also welcoming customers from Liberty, Kearney, Lawson, Smithville, Richmond and communities throughout the Kansas City Northland.
Excelsior Springs has repeatedly reinvented itself without losing the character that made the community special in the first place.
The mineral-water era created a destination. Historic hotels and architecture preserved its story. Locally owned restaurants and businesses created traditions. Downtown revitalization has brought renewed energy to the city's historic core.
Chuck Anderson Ford's story fits within that larger history. What began with the Anderson family's decision to make Excelsior Springs home in 1974 has grown into a multi-generation local automotive business serving neighbors throughout the region.
When you buy or service a vehicle with Chuck Anderson Ford, you're doing business with people who drive these same roads, support this same community and are proud to put Excelsior Springs, Missouri on our address.
Visit the Hall of Waters, Excelsior Springs Museum & Archives and other sites connected to the city's mineral-water history.
Historic sites & tours ›Browse locally owned shops, see historic architecture, grab a meal and discover murals and gathering places throughout the downtown district.
Explore downtown ›Experience one of the best-known historic properties in the region and a hotel that has been connected to Excelsior Springs for more than a century.
The Elms Hotel & Spa ›Join generations of local families who have made a stop for ice cream at Dari-B part of the Excelsior Springs experience.
Dari-B information ›Festivals, downtown events, farmers markets and seasonal celebrations bring residents and visitors together throughout the year.
Visit Excelsior ›Shopping for a vehicle or need service while you're in town? Visit our family-owned Ford dealership on W Jesse James Road.
Contact & directions ›Chuck Anderson Ford offers Ford leasing options right here in Excelsior Springs, Missouri. Our finance team can help eligible customers review current Ford lease programs, available manufacturer incentives and financing alternatives on qualifying new Ford vehicles. Lease offers can vary by model, term, mileage allowance and customer eligibility, so programs change throughout the year. Start by reviewing our current Ford incentives, browse our new Ford inventory or contact our Finance Center for current leasing options.
Chuck Anderson Ford provides auto financing assistance at our dealership in Excelsior Springs for customers across many different credit situations. Our finance department works with an extensive network of lenders and welcomes applicants with good credit, challenged credit, limited credit history or no established credit. Approval and terms remain subject to lender requirements, but you should not assume past credit problems automatically prevent you from financing a vehicle. Visit our Excelsior Springs Finance Center or explore our auto financing resources.
Yes. Chuck Anderson Ford is a good option for first-time vehicle buyers in Excelsior Springs, including customers who may have limited or no previous auto-loan history. Our finance team can review the complete application and help identify available lender options based on factors beyond simply whether you have financed a vehicle before. First-time buyers can also learn about credit, down payments, loan terms and other considerations through our Finance Questions resource or begin directly through our Finance Center.
Chuck Anderson Ford sells new Ford vehicles directly from our dealership at 1910 W Jesse James Road in Excelsior Springs. Local shoppers can explore available Ford trucks and SUVs including models such as the F-150, Maverick, Ranger, Super Duty, Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport and Expedition. Our live new Ford inventory lets you compare current vehicles, trims, equipment and pricing online. If the exact Ford you want is not available, our team can also help explore incoming inventory or other vehicle-location options.
Yes. Chuck Anderson Ford uses no-haggle, market-based upfront vehicle pricing. Instead of requiring Excelsior Springs shoppers to negotiate back and forth simply to reach a competitive selling price, our goal is to price vehicles fairly from the beginning and make the numbers easier to understand. That approach applies to customers shopping for both new Ford vehicles and quality pre-owned options. Learn more about how we approach pricing, incentives and vehicle value on our Excelsior Springs Ford deals and pricing page.
Chuck Anderson Ford appraises trade-ins directly at our dealership in Excelsior Springs. We evaluate vehicles from Ford and many other manufacturers using factors such as current market demand, mileage, condition, equipment and expected resale value. You can trade your vehicle toward a new Ford or used vehicle, and our team can help explain how available equity may affect your next transaction. Learn more on our Excelsior Springs trade-in page or begin online with our trade-value tool.
Chuck Anderson Ford offers Ford Certified Pre-Owned vehicles at our dealership in Excelsior Springs. Eligible certified Ford vehicles must meet program requirements and undergo the applicable inspection process before receiving certification, giving shoppers additional warranty and ownership benefits beyond those of a typical used vehicle. Because certified inventory changes as vehicles are sold and acquired, the easiest way to see current options is to browse our Ford Certified Pre-Owned inventory. Our team can also help locate a specific certified Ford if you do not see the right match.
Chuck Anderson Ford offers a selection of pre-owned cars, trucks and SUVs directly in Excelsior Springs. Our used inventory includes Ford vehicles along with models from many other manufacturers, giving local shoppers choices across different price ranges, mileage levels, body styles and equipment. Our goal is to offer quality pre-owned vehicles backed by a dealership that has served Excelsior Springs since 1974. Browse our current used vehicle inventory, explore Ford Certified Pre-Owned vehicles or use our Vehicle Finder if you need something specific.
Excelsior Springs is best known for its historic mineral springs and its development as a mineral-water resort destination. The Hall of Waters, The Elms Hotel & Spa and the city's historic districts preserve much of that history today.
The Hall of Waters is a historic Art Deco and Depression Modern landmark constructed between 1936 and 1938. It was designed as a major center for Excelsior Springs' mineral waters and included bathing facilities, bottling operations and a famous mineral-water bar.
The Elms Hotel & Spa is one of Excelsior Springs' best-known historic destinations. The property has welcomed visitors to the community for more than 130 years and is closely connected with the city's history as a resort destination.
Dari-B is a longtime local drive-in and ice cream destination at 901 Isley Boulevard. Dating to 1954, it has become a familiar Excelsior Springs tradition for generations of local families.
Yes. Historic Downtown Excelsior Springs features preserved architecture, restaurants, local shops, murals, lodging and the Hall of Waters. The downtown area remains one of the city's primary destinations for residents and visitors.
Chuck Anderson and his family purchased the dealership and moved to Excelsior Springs in 1974. The family-owned dealership has now served Excelsior Springs and surrounding Missouri communities for more than 50 years.
Chuck Anderson Ford is located at 1910 W Jesse James Road, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024. The dealership sells new Ford vehicles and used vehicles and provides Ford service, parts, financing and automotive assistance for drivers throughout the Kansas City Northland.
Visit VisitExcelsior.com for current information about attractions, restaurants, lodging, downtown businesses, historic sites, events and trip planning.
Whether Excelsior Springs is your hometown or you're making the drive to visit us, we're proud to welcome you to the community Chuck Anderson Ford has called home since 1974.
Chuck Anderson Ford
1910 W Jesse James Road
Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
Sales: 816-648-6419