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Since its introduction, the Nissan Rogue SUV has been one of the most popular vehicles here at our showroom at Bedford Nissan in northeast Ohio as well as around the country. Last year, sales of the Nissan Rogue surged to more than 329,000 units sold throughout the U.S. and became the 10th best-selling vehicle in the country. No wonder we saw our Nissan Rogue vehicles flying out of the showroom. more Our sales force is eagerly anticipating the arrival this spring of the new 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport compact crossover. We think it will be a popular addition to our new Nissan inventory attracting young singles, couples without kids, and empty nesters who are driving around the Cleveland area and its environs. At its unveiling at the Detroit Auto Show in early January, we thought it would add to our already robust selection of Nissan vehicles. We look forward to taking you out on a test drive in the new 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport. It will give you the versatility and freedom in a city-sized vehicle to easily maneuver through traffic and park in small spots. And you’ll be noticed and never mistake your vehicle in a parking lot if you choose one of its 10 enticing shades that include Nitro Lime, Palatial Ruby, Caspian Blue, and Monarch Orange. Let’s take a closer look at some of the other basics. The 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport will be available in three trim levels: S, SV, and SL, plus giving drivers the choice between front- or all-wheel drive and five optional equipment packages. On cold northern Ohio days, you’ll appreciate its heated front seats. Nissan engineers have created the new 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport 12.1 inches shorter than the standard Nissan Rogue model and given it 23 cubic feet behind the second row for passengers and storage items and 61 cubic feet with the second-row seats folded down. Under the hood is a 2.0 liter 141 horsepower inline-four-cylinder engine together with its continuously variable transmission. Be one of the first to see this new model in the Bloomington area. Our Nissan dealership awaits your visit.

The holidays are over and now you’re going to get a gift for yourself—a new car. Our sales representatives at Bedford Nissan in northeast Ohio have shown you a large selection of new vehicles, but your next step is deciding how to finance that gift to yourself. Our finance department is top notch in helping you through this process. more In the comfort of your home, you can complete an easy four-step application online and our expert finance representative will contact you with your customized financing options. Curious to get an idea of how much your car payment might be each month? On our website, we have an easy-to-use car payment calculator; just fill in the loan amount, down payment, trade-in (if applicable), term, and interest rate, and it will quickly provide you with your monthly payment. Once you’ve set up an appointment with our finance experts, please bring these important supporting documents to the meeting: proof of income, such as a recent pay stub or income tax record; credit and banking history; proof of residence; vehicle information; and proof of insurance. No matter what your credit rating might be, we can help you get the best possible rate. We’ll help you find the perfect car loan to fit your unique financial situation and we’ll explain all of the important key components of your loan such as the interest rate. The rate you are offered will depend on your credit score. We’ll discuss our relationships with many lenders in the Cleveland, OH area, which allows us to get the best available rates for you. Perhaps you want to offset the value of your current vehicle with your new Nissan vehicle. To learn the trade-in value, we have an easy four-step process to learn the current market value of your vehicle. Here at Bedford Nissan, we pride ourselves on providing financial services that include competitive rates direct from the manufacturer and local Ohio banks, quick approvals, value-added services to protect your vehicle investment, and extended warranty programs. We’re sure that our financing department will answer all of your questions. It’s important to us that you understand all of the financing facts before driving away in your new Nissan car, so let us give you all the information you need when you visit us today!

Here at Bedford Nissan, one of the most popular vehicles on our lot is the Nissan Rogue. Its popularity is due in part to its reputation as a gas efficiency leader within its class, earning 26 city/ 33 hwy mpg. But coming soon to our dealership in early January will be the arrival of the 2017 Nissan Rogue Hybrid, the first time that our parent auto manufacturer has ever offered a hybrid SUV crossover version into its family of vehicles. more This new Nissan vehicle is already getting lots of attention. It has already been named a finalist by Green Car Journal magazine for 2017 Green SUV of the Year award. A 2.0L four-cylinder engine producing 141 horsepower with a 40 hp electric motor that is coupled with a compact lithium-ion battery will power the 2017 Nissan Rogue Hybrid. It is projected to achieve 33 city/35 hwy mpg. At the heart of the 2017 Nissan Rogue Hybrid gasoline-electric hybrid system is its advanced Intelligent Dual Clutch Control system. The first of the two clutches is a dry clutch installed between the four-cylinder engine and the electric motor, where the torque converter would normally be, and the second is between the motor and Xtronic transmission. The one-motor/two-clutch design has a total system output of 176 hp. Drivers will be thrilled with the upgraded 2017 Nissan Rogue vehicle’s safety equipment. The hybrid vehicle has been designed with blind spot warning, adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and collision mitigation. On the inside, the new 2017 Nissan Rogue Hybrid offers a heated steering wheel, memory seats, and mirrors. Its cargo space is 61.4 cubic feet and seats five passengers. Our Nissan Rogue crossover continues to be one of our biggest sellers, not only here in the Cleveland, OH area, but across the U.S. It is the second best-selling model in the U.S. Now you’ll have another choice at our Bedford, OH showroom to make in purchasing it as a hybrid vehicle. Stop by and talk to our dealers about this model today!

At Bedford Nissan, we are proud to carry in our showroom the three Nissan vehicles chosen this month by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) as its "Top Safety Pick Plus" (TSP+), the group's highesta vailable designation. These vehicles are the 2017 Nissan Altima, Nissan Maxima, and the Nissan Rogue. more Vehicle safety is one of the key features that our northeast Ohio customers are seeking. We are proud to have many of our North American-built vehicles recognized by IIHS. We place safety and security of our Nissan vehicle owners and their passengers as our top priority. If you are seeking a sedan for your family, the 2017 Nissan Altima provides the safety and security that you desire. Our knowledgeable sales force will demonstrate its standard safety features, including Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (AABS). This system includes dual-stage supplemental front air bags with seat belt sensors and an occupant classification sensor, front seat-mounted side impact supplemental air bags, and roof-mounted curtain supplemental side-impact air bags for front- and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection. Another sedan choice for you and your family is the 2017 Nissan Maxima. Our Ohio families will be pleased with its extensive range of safety, security, and driving aids. For example, Predictive Forward Collision Warning, Intelligent Cruise Control, Forward Emergency Braking, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and Blind Spot Warning are all standard equipment on the SL, SR and Platinum trims. One of our most popular models is the 2017 Nissan Rogue. It offers the spaciousness in a large crossover as well as the safety to protect your family. Nissan Rogue Safety Shield technologies include radar-based Blind Spot Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert, both now available on the SV grade. The 2017 Nissan Rogue is also available for the first time with Lane Departure Warning and Lane Departure Prevention. Our sales team at Bedford Nissan is ready to go into further detail about these three Nissan vehicles and the reason why they were chosen by IIHS for their ultimate safety features. Stop in and get all the details today!

Northeast Ohio winters can be brutal. We all shiver to think of several feet of snow coming off of Lake Erie, icy roads, and downed power lines. But our sales team at Bedford Nissan, a Nissan dealership near Solon, OH, has a few pointers to take care of your new Nissan vehicle before the snowflakes start to fly. It is recommended that you winterize your car before the winter season to make sure your car can handle Ohio’s winter road conditions. more When the temperature dips below freezing, it’s a good time to check on your tires. Let our Nissan service department check for the proper tire pressure on your Nissan vehicle. You may also want to change all four tires to snow tires in the winter to ensure that you won't slip on the road. It's also important to pack a winter safety kit in your Nissan vehicle. It should include road flares, a jack, a lug wrench, flashlight, blanket, leather gloves, ice scraper and brush, small shovel, a bag of kitty litter or sand, snacks, and a first aid kit. You can never be too prepared! Nissan drivers should keep up regular maintenance on their Nissan vehicles. Bedford Nissan technicians are highly trained and certified to perform whatever work you may need on your vehicle. Our Bedford Nissan service department can install winter wipers, keep the washer fluid full, check the health of your belts, hoses, and spark plugs, make sure your battery is running at full maximum voltage, and verify that your heating system is working properly. All of these items and systems are important especially in the winter. If you do encounter a collision in your Nissan vehicle during these winter months, please rest assured that Bedford Nissan offers a great Nissan Collision Repair facility in Northeast Ohio. It is manned by Anthony Rockman, a veteran with over 15 years of experience, who can handily provide body repair on your Nissan vehicle. Remember, we’re here to help you get through the winter months. Stop by and see us soon!

Are you weighing the option of purchasing a new Nissan vehicle versus a pre-owned Nissan vehicle? Our sales team at Bedford Nissan is here to help you. We carry a complete line of pre-owned Nissan cars that will fit your lifestyle, taste, and most importantly, budget. more When visiting us at Bedford Nissan, here are a few questions to ask our sales team. Where or who did the dealership purchase the vehicle from? Has the vehicle been in any accidents? What is the odometer reading? Our sales staff will be happy to answer these questions and more, and will also show you the AutoCheck vehicle history report. This report will show you how many owners the vehicle had, the VIN number, where the vehicle was manufactured, accident check, and odometer check. The AutoCheck vehicle history report also provides a complete maintenance and event schedule, such as motor vehicle registration and dealer servicing, along with the date, description, and odometer reading at the time. We also want our customers to know that a certified pre-owned vehicle carries many advantages. At Bedford Nissan, only Nissan vehicles that meet our high standards qualify for Certified Pre-Owned status. They must be less than six years old from the original in-service date, with less than 80,000 miles on the odometer. Plus, they must have a clean, non-branded title and, most important, pass a comprehensive 167 points Certified Pre-Owned inspection. How do you benefit with a Certified Pre-Owned Nissan? You’ll receive a 7-year/100,000-mile limited warranty, 24-hour Emergency Roadside Assistance, Car Rental Reimbursement and Towing Benefit, genuine Nissan parts, CARFAX Vehicle History Report, SiriusXM Satellite Radio with 3-month trial subscription, and optional Security+Plus Extended Protection Plan. Our sales staff at Bedford Nissan will be pleased to schedule a test drive and discuss your vehicle’s trade-in value along with financing options. Currently, we have a variety of pre-owned Nissan vehicles such as a 2015 Nissan Versa Note S Plus hatchback, a 2015 Nissan Sentra SV sedan, and a 2013 Nissan Rogue S SUV. Please visit our website to see the entire inventory of pre-owned vehicles along with vehicle details and pricing, and then come by and visit us to take one for a test drive. We hope to see you soon!

The holiday season is in full swing. Families are taking children to have breakfast with Santa, attending holiday parades, searching for the best Christmas lights, and enjoying holiday celebrations. To make your season even more special, our sales team at Bedford Nissan, a Nissan dealership in Bedford, OH, has put together a list of some special gifts for your Nissan enthusiast. more Who doesn’t know a driver who forgets where they left their Nissan car keys? The Tile Mate has designed the perfect gift. Just put a tiny light square with a tracking sensor onto your Nissan key ring; when you can’t find your car keys, the device will lead you right to them. For fans of the iconic Star Wars movie and those who are purchasing the new Nissan Rogue: Rogue One Star Wars Edition vehicle, this officially licensed Star Wars Accordion Style Windshield Sunshade from Plasticolor will protect the interior of your Nissan vehicle from harmful UV rays. Who doesn’t envy Jay Leno, the ultimate car guy and stand up comedian? Nissan enthusiasts will appreciate this new seven-piece product from Jay Leno’s Garage: the Advanced Vehicle Care kit, which retails for $59.99. In it, you’ll find a wash, cream wax, quick detailer, tire and trim dressing, wax and dressing applicator pads, along with an extra-plush microfiber towel. Looking for special items with the Nissan logo? Visit the online Nissan store for anyone on your holiday list. For your Nissan owner who tailgates or camps, the Nissan deep freeze high-performance cooler is designed to keep items cold for long periods of time and retains ice for up to three days. The 14 oz double wall 18/8 stainless steel travel tumbler is a nice addition to your Nissan vehicle for traveling to work or vacation. At Bedford Nissan, we’re here to help you choose a gift certificate for an oil change or any other Nissan vehicle service or accessory. And if you end up purchasing a new Nissan car for that special someone, we’ll even put a giant bow on it for you. Stop by and see us soon!

The sales staff at Bedford Nissan is letting our customers know about the exciting introductions at the Los Angeles Auto Show this month from the Nissan brand. more For all of the Ohio fans of the iconic Star Wars movie, our parent company is unveiling the Nissan Rogue: Rogue One Star Wars Edition. However, there will only be 5,400 models in production in the U.S. and Canada for this limited edition vehicle. If one of our customers purchases this Star Wars Nissan Rogue vehicle, they will certainly be noticed on the streets in Bedford, OH. The vehicle is emblazoned with Star Wars symbolism and comes with a full-sized replica of a Death Trooper helmet. It will become available in December 2016 when the new film Rogue One: A Star Wars Story arrives in theaters. For those of our customers who like unique vehicles, the 2017 Nissan JUKE Black Pearl Edition offers unique black exterior and interior treatment with contrasting white accents. The production run is limited to 1,250 units and only 1,000 of those in the U.S. Your neighbors will notice the vehicle’s unique exterior with white bumper accents and white outside trim rings on the distinctive Nissan JUKE headlights. We were also pleased to see the preview of the new 2017 Nissan Sentra NISMO at the Los Angeles show and look forward to it arriving in the U.S. in our Bedford, OH showroom in January 2017. The Nissan Sentra NISMO will be built with a turbocharged, 1.6-liter, four-cylinder engine that will produce 188 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque. The Nissan display will also focus on the new 2017 Nissan Versa Note subcompact hatchback. Buyers will notice some style updates including a V-motion grille, vibrant exterior colors, new wheel designs, and a second 12-volt outlet on certain trim levels. When we look under the hood, the 2017 Nissan Versa Note offers a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine paired to a continuously variable transmission (CVT). Our dealership and showroom are open and welcome your visit to discuss these new Nissan brand debut models along with our current new Nissan brand inventory. Stop by and see us soon!

Black Friday is either a day that you love, or a day that you hate. To get the best deals, you might have to fight through traffic and other frenzied mall shoppers. But there is a better way. Car manufacturers and dealerships, like Bedford Nissan, are offering great Black Friday deals throughout the entire month of November on a variety of vehicles. more The sales force at Bedford Nissan invites you to visit our showroom where you’ll find great Black Friday deals without long lines on our car, SUVs, and trucks. We’re offering customer cash, lease bonus cash, and zero percent APR on a number of our most popular vehicles. Take for example our popular Nissan brand sedans. Leases on the 2016 Nissan Sentra are available for $169 and 2016 Nissan Altima for $199. Drivers will be impressed with their roomy interior and fuel-efficiency as well as new safety technology to protect you and your family. Or you may want to consider the 2016 and 2017 Nissan Rogue compact SUV. There are some great long-term financing deals, like a zero-percent offer for six years on the 2016 Nissan Rogue compact SUV. Bedford, OH families might be attracted to its elegant, roomy interior with plenty of room for cargo. Another wonderful choice from the Black Friday deal list is the 2016 Nissan Murano AWD for $299 lease with zero downpayment. This comfortable and versatile five-passenger midsize crossover offers ample room for your entire family along with an upscale interior and plenty of power using its V6 engine. If you are seeking a pickup truck, the all-new 2017 Nissan Titan S crew cab 4x2 truck is available for a special Black Friday price. Bedford Nissan is promoting a 36-month lease for $349 with an initial payment of $2,999. Whatever your lifestyle and automotive needs, our Nissan dealership will be looking forward to your visit during the month of November to take advantage of these amazing Black Friday deals. We'll see you soon!

For the nearly 900,000 veterans living in Ohio, Veterans Day on November 11th is a day to celebrate the bravery and service of our armed service members. On Veterans Day, the Bedford Veterans Memorial Day Committee and VFW 1082 French Bartlett Post will be sponsoring a commemoration at Veterans Park on Broadway Avenue in downtown Bedford, OH followed by another short ceremony at the Bedford Cemetery on Broadway. more But for Nissan dealerships like Bedford Nissan, every day is Veterans Day. Our Bedford, OH Nissan dealership strives to honor all military service men and women with a special discount on Nissan vehicles. As a token of appreciation, the exclusive Nissan Military Program provides the best prices and maximum savings on a new Nissan car to active and reserve U.S. military and retired military and veterans as well as their spouses and partners. This program can be combined with all current national and regional incentives. Perhaps a military family would be comfortable in one of our new 2016 Nissan Murano midsize sport utility vehicles. Nissan engineers have equipped it with a V-Motion front end, boomerang lights, floating roof treatment and efficient aerodynamics as well as a refined lower-height instrument panel, wide center console, advanced Zero Gravity seating, and an airy atmosphere created by the large windows and oversized Power Panoramic Moonroof. For those in the military who prefer heavy-duty trucks, our Bedford, OH Nissan dealership has a wide range of Nissan pickup trucks in our new inventory including the new 2017 Nissan Titan and the Nissan Frontier. Veterans and current military members are invited to visit Bedford Nissan to sign up for our program. Our sales staff is eager to provide a test drive of our new Nissan inventory. All that is needed is proof of service and a Nissan Military Program Certificate and you'll be on your way. We hope you'll stop in and see us soon!

When the leaves start to crackle under foot and the temperatures begin to dip, it’s that time of year again for hunters to enter the Northeast woods of Ohio. Whether you are out to catch game or just to enjoy the great outdoors, a Nissan truck from Bedford Nissan has the space and features to ensure a successful hunting season. more Our Bedford, OH dealership has a wide range of Nissan pickup trucks in our new vehicle inventory, including the Nissan Titan and the Nissan Frontier. Hunters have a number of special needs for their vehicles. First, they require a pickup truck with four-wheel drive or all-wheel drive to help them navigate difficult road conditions often found in Ohio or Pennsylvania’s remote hunting, camping, or fishing areas. Nissan pickup trucks are equipped with the power and the capacity to carry a hunter’s gear or tow a trailer to their campsite. What’s more, hunters can lock their gear away in the 2017 Nissan Titan pickup truck’s in-bed storage boxes, or they can be pulled out and filled with ice to become a couple of portable coolers. Oftentimes, hunters are besieged with all types of inclement weather including rain, fog, sleet, and snow. Having a 2017 Nissan Titan pickup truck with Remote Engine Start System with Intelligent Climate Control allows a hunter to adjust airflow to warm up the cabin, defrost windows and the windshield, and can even turn on the available heated steering wheel and outside mirrors. Northeast Ohio hunters have already begun the season with permits for geese, ducks, and other waterfowl near Lake Erie. The sales force at Bedford Nissan invites you to visit for a test drive before you head out to your cabin in the woods. You’ll be pleased with the many choices of a Nissan vehicle for this hunting season and many more to come!

Color is a deeply personal choice for car owners. Nearly 60 percent of consumers identified color as a major factor in their vehicle-buying decisions, according to recent automotive research conducted by PPG. Nissan car buyers are attracted to color as well as style, interior design, technology, and safety. At its showroom, the sales force at Bedford Nissan will be happy to show customers the difference between shades of white or black or blue selections in its new Nissan inventory. The Nissan brand, like other auto manufacturers, works with firms, such as PPG, to help develop distinctive colors to enhance its future vehicles. This past year, more than 60 exterior shades were introduced by PPG to manufacturers for consideration in its 2018-2019 model year vehicles. These shades included a mix of dazzling bright hues with the layered effects of tinted clears and tri-coats; subdued hues such as foliage greens as well as copper and brass metal tones; traditional colors such as dark, dramatic jewel tones and blackened metal shades; and pastel tones with slightly more color as interpreted in metallic whites, mint greens, anodized gold/beige tones and sky blues. Like the brilliant shades of the autumnal woods in northeast Ohio, the Nissan brand offers a variety of striking color choices for its automobiles. Customers at Bedford Nissan have a variety of color choices with the 2017 Nissan Altima. It is being offered in Java Metallic, Brilliant Silver, Gun Metallic, Super Black, Cayenne Red, Pearl White, Glacier White, Deep Blue Pearl, and Storm Blue. Midnight Jade and Arctic Blue are two additional shades on the 2016 Nissan Rogue. It’s important for Nissan engineers and designers to continually research and select the right color and look for each specific brand because it’s so important to Bedford Nissan customers. If you're interested in seeing the colorful lineup of Nissan vehicles, stop by our dealership and enjoy the stellar color choices!