Family-Owned · People-First · Mid-Missouri

The local name
behind used cars
in Columbia, MO.

Rusty Drewing Pre-Owned is part of a family of dealerships that has served Columbia, Jefferson City, and Sedalia for decades. Locally owned, locally staffed, and built around relationships that outlast the sale.

★ Missouri's 2026 TIME Dealer of the Year Awarded to owner Rusty Drewing, one of the auto industry's most respected honors.
Rusty Drewing, Owner, Rusty Drewing Automotive Group
Rusty Drewing Owner, Rusty Drewing Automotive Group
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Rooftops Across Mid-Missouri
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OEM Brand Service Depts.
2026
TIME Dealer of the Year
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Locally Owned & Operated

Our Story

Locally owned.
Mid-Missouri made.

What started as one local store has grown into a family of dealerships serving Columbia and Jefferson City: BMW of Columbia, Mercedes-Benz of Columbia, Rusty Drewing Toyota, and Rusty Drewing Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac, backed by our own collision center and auto glass shop on the Jefferson City campus.

"We're in the people business. Always have been. The cars are what we sell, but trust is what keeps customers coming back."

Through decades of growth, one thing hasn't changed: we are locally owned, locally staffed, and built on relationships, not transactions. Our customers come back and send their kids and neighbors, because that is what happens when you put people first.

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Missouri's 2026 TIME Dealer of the Year

Owner Rusty Drewing earned one of the auto industry's most respected honors, recognizing business excellence and a lasting commitment to community service.

Used Cars · Columbia, Missouri

What makes a great used car dealer
in Columbia, MO, and how we measure up.

When Columbia, Missouri families are shopping for used cars, they're looking for three things: a fair price, a dealer they can trust, and a vehicle that's actually ready to drive. Here's how Rusty Drewing Pre-Owned delivers on all three.

Inspected Before It Hits the Lot

Every pre-owned vehicle is inspected and reconditioned by factory-trained technicians in our own service centers. We don't list a vehicle until it's ready. No flipped auction cars, no deferred maintenance surprises.

We'll Beat Any Written Offer

Trading in your current vehicle? Bring us a validated written offer from CarMax, Carvana, or any competitor and we'll beat it. If we can't, we'll tell you why and still make it right. That's a standing commitment, not a sales line.

At-Home Test Drives in Mid-Missouri

Shopping for used cars in Columbia or surrounding areas? We'll bring the vehicle to you: Columbia, Jefferson City, Sedalia. No pressure, no appointment required to browse inventory online first.

No-Impact Pre-Qualification

Find out what you qualify for before you set foot on the lot. Our pre-qualification process doesn't affect your credit score, so there's zero risk in knowing your numbers upfront.

Missouri Trade-In Tax Credit

Missouri allows you to apply your trade-in value against the purchase price before sales tax is calculated. On a $10,000 trade, that can save you $900 or more. We make sure every customer understands this advantage before signing.

Backed by a Full-Service Group

Unlike an independent used lot, Rusty Drewing Pre-Owned is backed by factory-franchised dealerships with full service departments. Parts, service, and warranty support are here when you need them after the sale.

How We Do Business

The standards we hold ourselves to.

Relationships Over Transactions
We measure success in repeat customers and referrals, not units moved. Our team's job is to find you the right vehicle at the right price and still be someone you trust years later when you're back for your next one.
We Stand Behind What We Sell
Every pre-owned vehicle is inspected and reconditioned by factory-trained technicians in our own service centers before it's offered for sale. We do not just park cars on a lot and hope for the best.
Transparent Pricing
Our pricing reflects what the market bears, and we'll show our work. We also make sure every trade-in customer understands Missouri's sales tax trade-in credit, which can put real money back in your pocket.
Our Team Comes First Too
All Rusty Drewing locations close on six major holidays each year (New Year's Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas) so our people can spend those days with the people who matter most to them. A dealership that treats its employees well treats its customers well.

Giving Back

Columbia and Jefferson City aren't just where we do business. They're home.

Our family of dealerships is proud to support the schools, teams, charitable organizations, and community events that make mid-Missouri a great place to live and work.

From youth sports and local nonprofits to school programs and seasonal giving, we believe a successful local business has a responsibility to reinvest in the community that supports it.

Common Questions

Used cars in Columbia, MO: your questions answered.

Frequently asked questions from mid-Missouri car shoppers about buying pre-owned from Rusty Drewing.

Where can I find quality used cars in Columbia, Missouri?

Rusty Drewing Pre-Owned is a family-owned used car dealer serving Columbia, Missouri and the surrounding mid-Missouri area. Our pre-owned inventory includes sedans, trucks, SUVs, and more, all inspected and reconditioned by factory-trained technicians before they go on sale. Browse inventory online or visit us to see what's available today.

Is Rusty Drewing Pre-Owned locally owned?

Yes. Rusty Drewing Pre-Owned is part of the Rusty Drewing Automotive Group, a locally owned and locally staffed family of dealerships that has served mid-Missouri for decades. Owner Rusty Drewing was named Missouri's 2026 TIME Dealer of the Year.

How does Rusty Drewing inspect used cars before selling them?

Every pre-owned vehicle is inspected and reconditioned by factory-trained technicians in our own service centers, not outsourced. We do not put a vehicle on the lot until it passes our internal review. You're not getting a car someone else's tech signed off on.

Do you serve customers near Jefferson City and Sedalia?

Yes. We serve the greater mid-Missouri region including Columbia, Jefferson City, and Sedalia. We also offer at-home test drives in these areas: we bring the vehicle to your driveway, no pressure.

What sets Rusty Drewing apart from other used car dealers in Columbia, MO?

Family ownership, factory-trained service, at-home test drives, a beat-any-written-trade guarantee, and a no-credit-impact pre-qualification process. Owner Rusty Drewing earned Missouri's 2026 TIME Dealer of the Year, one of the auto industry's most respected recognitions. We're not a pop-up lot. We're your neighbors.

Our Locations

Two campuses. One family.

Visit us in Columbia or make the short drive to our Jefferson City campus on Christy Drive. Both campuses have full service departments on site.

Rusty Drewing Pre-Owned

1510 Interstate 70 Dr SW
Columbia, MO 65203

573-886-7065
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BMW of Columbia

1900 I-70 Dr SW
Columbia, MO 65203

573-446-2691
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Mercedes-Benz of Columbia

1710 I-70 Dr SW
Columbia, MO 65203

573-886-7040
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Rusty Drewing Toyota

2105 Christy Dr
Jefferson City, MO 65101

573-893-3100
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Rusty Drewing Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac

2033 Christy Dr
Jefferson City, MO 65101

573-634-2324
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