Torkelson-Waukon

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Torkelson-Waukon Serving Iowa since 1926. We sell cars the old fashioned way! The business was called Torkelson Bros. and was one of the very first
Chrysler dealers in Iowa.

Torkelson Motors was organized in 1926 in Elgin, Iowa by Clarence
Torkelson and his brothers Tom, Carl and Otto after securing a franchise to
sell the Chrysler line of automobiles. Chrysler Corp. began operation in 1924 and had
established a reputation for innovative engineering and excellent quality. It
was the perfect match for the principles mandated by the Torkelson
Brothers. The business grew and prospered for 38 years serving Elgin and the
surrounding area with the leadership of the original brothers. In 1964 Clarence Torkelson's son Ivan & wife Eleanor, assumed ownership
of the company and changed the name to Torkelson Motors. In 1978, their son Bruce and his wife Susan became partners in the
business. Torkelson Motors then opened their second dealership in Waukon
on Highway #9. By 1986, the need for an expanded service department and
additional vehicle display space brought about the construction of a new
facility at the present location on Highway #76 North. As the business grew
three additions were added to the original building in the succeeding years. Bruce manages the Waukon Facility today. In 1985, Ivan's son Dirk and his wife Cindy became partners in the
business. The Elgin dealership is now managed by Dirk, who has completely
remodeled the facility and added a large addition to the service department. The Torkelson Family association with Chrysler spans over 85 years and is
and among the very first Chrysler dealers in the United States.

09/21/2026

We would like to thank everyone who joined us for our 100-year celebration on Saturday. We were overwhelmed by everyone’s support.

Thank you to our family and friends who helped serve food and drinks all afternoon.

Thank you to Farmers Savings Bank for providing cups and napkins.

Thank you to Valley Fresh Market for being flexible and working with us on all of our special ordering needs and the storing of our food items during the event.

A special thanks goes out to everyone who brought a Mopar car to show off, it was really neat to see.

We would also like to highlight that all of the grilling was done by the Fayette Co. Cattleman and the Clayton County Pork Producers. We wouldn’t have been able to have the event without all of their help; it is greatly appreciated.

Finally, thank you to all of our employees and customers for your dedication and support over the years. We wouldn’t be here for 100 years without each of you.

Thanks again,
From the Torkelson Family

09/19/2026
Our friends at Epic Wear hooked us up with some new can koozies! Stop and pick one up at our 100 Year Celebration this S...
09/17/2026

Our friends at Epic Wear hooked us up with some new can koozies!
Stop and pick one up at our 100 Year Celebration this Saturday September 19th from 2pm to 7pm at our Elgin location!

09/15/2026

During our 100 year celebration in Elgin this Saturday, we would like to invite anyone who has a Chrysler, Plymouth, Dodge, Jeep or Ram (Mopar) vehicle that they would like to show off to bring for display. Feel free to bring any Mopar new or vintage.

Come celebrate with us!Join us for an open house party on Saturday September 19th, from 2:00pm to 7:00pm at Torkelson Mo...
08/12/2026

Come celebrate with us!
Join us for an open house party on Saturday September 19th, from 2:00pm to 7:00pm at Torkelson Motors in Elgin!

Check out these excellent lease deals!
06/15/2026

Check out these excellent lease deals!

06/04/2026

Low interest, plus you keep the rebates! Stop and see us in Elgin or Waukon and take advantage of this great offer!
See all of our inventory at TorkelsonMotors.com

05/07/2026

Today's Throwback Thursday post takes us all the way back to the Revolutionary War when George Washington defeated the red coats with the help of his Dodge Challenger. Here's a picture to prove it.

04/27/2026
04/17/2026

Our memory of the week is of two special people, who had more influence on our 100 year history than anyone else. They also always loved being active members of our community.

Address

818 9th Street NW
Waukon, IA
52172

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 5:30pm
Saturday 8am - 3pm

Telephone

+15635684587

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