New Jeep & RAM Dealer Near Athens, Ohio — Braden CDJR 40 Miles South in Gallipolis

Why Athens County Buyers Drive South to Braden CDJR

Athens and the Ohio University community have a real need for franchise CDJR vehicles, and Braden CDJR in Gallipolis is 40 miles south via SR-7. Whether you're a student buying your first new vehicle, a faculty member looking for a Jeep, or a long-time Athens resident wanting a RAM truck, we're a straightforward drive and a dramatically different experience from Columbus-area dealers.

Athens County is one of our northern radius markets, and it's a community we serve with genuine care. Ohio University's presence brings a diverse mix of buyers — young professionals buying first new vehicles, faculty upgrading to newer models, and families looking for reliable SUVs and trucks. We carry new Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, Compass, and Wrangler models suited to a range of needs and budgets, alongside RAM 1500 trucks for buyers who want capability with comfort.

Nearly every used vehicle from Braden CDJR comes with the Braden Promise: free oil changes for life and a 10-year, 150,000-mile limited powertrain warranty. For Athens buyers accustomed to shopping Columbus dealers and absorbing Columbus overhead, this is a program they typically haven't encountered. It's a real, meaningful commitment that's standard on every purchase here.

The 40-mile drive from Athens south to Gallipolis on SR-7 follows the Hocking River Valley — it's a pleasant Ohio drive through rural countryside, not a highway slog. Most Athens customers are here in 45-50 minutes. We've had more than a few Athens buyers tell us the drive felt like a country afternoon compared to shopping on I-270 in Columbus.

Athens, Nelsonville, and surrounding Ohio University communities are a meaningful part of our sales. If you're shopping a new Jeep or RAM and haven't given us a look, we'd welcome the opportunity to earn your business and show you what the Braden Promise means in practice.

Browse our new inventory at bradencdjr.com or call (740) 446-0842.

We're at 252 Upper River Road, Gallipolis, OH — 40 miles south of Athens via SR-7. Open Monday through Saturday.