Andrew Swonger
Andrew Swonger is the lead retail parts advisor at Perkins Motors in Colorado Springs and a Dodge Power Broker. He assists sales with vehicle builds, helps retail customers in person and by phone, supports the service BDC with technical questions and scheduling, and runs appointments showing new owners how to use the electronics in their vehicle. He joined Perkins Motors on 6 June 2018 and has been in the automotive industry since September 2010.
What Andrew can help you with
- Technical advice on parts and how things fit together
- Factory and aftermarket accessory options — what will work for how you actually use the vehicle
- New vehicle electronics — he will sit in the vehicle with you and walk through it
- Performance parts and vehicle customization
- Power Broker builds and performance upgrades
Areas of expertise
Vehicles and brands: Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, Ram, Fiat, commercial, electric vehicles, hybrids, plug-in hybrids, diesel, and GM.
Parts and service: routine maintenance, diesel service, suspension and alignment, 4x4 systems, Mopar parts and accessories, and performance upgrades.
Also knowledgeable in: towing and payload, vehicle technology, radio and interior settings, and drivetrains.
Experience and training
Andrew entered the automotive industry in September 2010 and has worked in parts and service for 16 years. He names parts and accessories, performance parts, and vehicle features and electronics as his strongest areas.
Because he has sold Mopar accessories for so long, he spends considerable time researching and trying new ones himself. In his words, he is the kind of person who either has the answer or can find it quickly.
His certifications include:
- Mopar factory certified for 14 years
- Mopar Expert certified for 8 years
- Dodge Power Broker
Questions Andrew gets asked
What accessories can I install on my Jeep?
“Tell me how you intend to use your Jeep and I will help you pick the best accessories to fit your needs.”
How do I pair my phone to my radio?
“I can explain how to do it, but if you’d like I will go out to your vehicle with you and show you how.”
How quickly can I get on the schedule to have an accessory installed?
“Let me work with my service schedulers and find out. What day works best for you to come in, and do you have a preference on morning or afternoon?”
How long will it take to order a part?
“Depending on availability, one to two days.”
Do you offer a military discount?
“Yes. We offer a 10% discount on all parts and service for military members.”
Colorado Springs connection
Andrew is a Colorado native, born and raised in southern Colorado, and says his family is deeply ingrained in the community and will always call it home. Because he has spent his whole life here he has personal experience with Colorado winter and mountain driving, towing, and off-roading — and will happily point you at good fishing spots and 4x4 trails as well.
Outside the dealership
Andrew drives a 2019 Ram 1500 Classic and still off-roads regularly, towing his motorcycle and ATVs around. His favourite vehicle he has owned was a 1997 Jeep Wrangler. Outside work he enjoys barbecuing and entertaining, riding his motorcycle, and spending time in the mountains.
Contact Andrew Swonger
Direct: 719-381-0343
Email: aswonger@perkinsmotors.com
Perkins Motors, 1205 Motor City Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80905