There are Ford dealers a lot closer to Overland Park than Gower, Missouri. So it is fair to ask why Kansas City Maverick shoppers point the car north on US-169 and drive 45 minutes to a town of about 1,500 people. With this particular truck, the answer has less to do with the drive and more to do with the fact that the Maverick is a configuration puzzle, and metro lots tend to stock one or two pieces of it.
Why do Kansas City buyers drive to Gower for a Ford Maverick?
Roughly 60% of Dennis Sneed Ford’s business comes from the Kansas City metro. Maverick buyers make the drive because the truck comes in two engines, three drivetrains, and five trims, and finding the exact combination you want is usually harder than finding a dealer. We factory-order, and a small-town store carries lower overhead than a metro dealership.
Consider what “a Maverick” can actually mean. Hybrid or EcoBoost. Front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive, or advanced four-wheel drive. XL, XLT, Lobo, Lariat, or Tremor. With or without the 4K Tow Package, which changes towing from 2,000 lbs to 4,000. Two of those trims can only be had with one engine.
That is a lot of branches, and the difference between them is not cosmetic. A hybrid front-drive XLT is EPA-rated at 42 city. A Tremor is rated at 21. Those are the same nameplate and they are not remotely the same truck to own.
The honest version: most metro lots stock the configurations that sell fastest. If what you want happens to be one of those, buy it there. If it is not, you are either settling or ordering — and ordering is what we do all day.
How far is Dennis Sneed Ford from Kansas City?
Dennis Sneed Ford is at 1046 S.W. Highway 169, Gower, MO 64454 — about 45 minutes north of the Kansas City metro on US-169, and roughly 30 minutes south of St. Joseph. It is a straight highway run, not a back-roads trip.
US-169 runs north out of the metro through Smithville and Plattsburg and lands you in Gower. From the Northland it is closer to half an hour. From the Kansas side it is a longer haul, and plenty of Overland Park and Leawood buyers still make it, usually once, to pick up the Maverick they already configured over the phone.
Worth a small note if you are buying the hybrid: at its EPA combined rating, the drive back to the metro uses a bit over a gallon of fuel. This is the one vehicle we sell where the trip home is genuinely cheap.
Is it worth driving out of the metro to buy a Maverick?
For most Maverick shoppers, yes — because the hard part of buying a Maverick is finding the right configuration, not finding a dealer. If your exact build is not on a lot anywhere, a factory order gets you the truck you actually wanted rather than the closest available compromise.
| What Maverick shoppers usually want | How we handle it |
|---|---|
| A specific engine and drivetrain combination | We factory-order to your exact spec, or locate it in inbound inventory |
| To know the real EPA numbers for that build | We read the window sticker to you over the phone before you drive up |
| The 4K Tow Package, which needs all-wheel drive | We confirm the combination can actually be built before you commit |
| A used Maverick, which are hard to find | Our remarketing program brings 1,100+ vehicles a year direct from Ford |
| To not lose a Saturday to a dealership | Most of the deal happens by phone before you make the drive |
What should you do before making the drive from Kansas City?
Call 816-409-1975 first. Maverick inventory turns over quickly and configurations vary widely, so confirming what is physically on the lot — and having us read the window sticker to you — means the drive is a pickup rather than a scouting trip.
- Decide hybrid or EcoBoost first. It shapes everything else. Our hybrid vs EcoBoost comparison covers the trade-offs.
- Call ahead and confirm the build. Trim, engine, drivetrain, packages, and color, so there are no surprises when you arrive.
- Get a trade number before you leave. You can start that online and settle it before the drive.
- Get pre-qualified. It compresses the in-person visit considerably.
- Ask about ordering. If your exact Maverick is not on the ground, a factory order is usually the better answer than settling for close enough.
30 years. Family-owned. The reason the drive works.
- Top 5 Ford remarketing dealer in the country — 1,100+ late-model Ford and Lincoln vehicles purchased directly from Ford each year.
- Ford Credit Partners in Quality — one of roughly 111 dealers nationally recognized for the highest customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Small-town overhead — a dealership in Gower does not carry a metro dealership’s cost structure, and that shows up in how we can deal.
- Serving Kansas City, St. Joseph, and northwest Missouri for 30 years under the Sneed family name.
Kansas City Maverick buyer questions, answered
How far is Dennis Sneed Ford from Kansas City?
Dennis Sneed Ford is at 1046 S.W. Highway 169, Gower, MO 64454, about 45 minutes north of the Kansas City metro on US-169 and roughly 30 minutes south of St. Joseph. From the Northland the drive is closer to 30 minutes. Call 816-409-1975 for directions or hours.
Why do Kansas City buyers shop for a Maverick outside the metro?
Mainly configuration. The Maverick comes in two engines, three drivetrains, and five trims, and metro lots tend to stock the fastest-selling combinations rather than the full range. Dennis Sneed Ford factory-orders to spec, and roughly 60% of our business already comes from the Kansas City metro.
Can I order a Ford Maverick built to my exact specification?
Yes. Because the Maverick is configuration-heavy, with two engines, three drivetrains, five trims, and packages that change towing and equipment, a factory order is often the better route than settling for what happens to be in stock. Call 816-409-1975 to start one, and we will confirm the combination can be built before you commit.
Can you tell me a Maverick’s exact EPA numbers before I drive up?
Yes. EPA ratings on the Maverick range from 42 city for the hybrid with front-wheel drive down to 21 city for the Tremor, so the specific configuration matters enormously. We will read the window sticker of the exact vehicle to you over the phone rather than quoting a lineup-wide figure.
Does Dennis Sneed Ford stock used Mavericks?
Availability changes constantly, since used Mavericks are hard to find across the market and do not last long. As a Top 5 Ford remarketing dealer nationally we purchase 1,100+ late-model Ford and Lincoln vehicles directly from Ford each year, which gives us a sourcing channel most dealerships our size do not have. Call 816-409-1975 to check current inventory.
Keep researching the 2026 Maverick
Before you call, it is worth knowing which Maverick you want. Start with the hybrid vs EcoBoost comparison, then the trims guide for all five models and the package restrictions. The colors guide has all nine with swatches and paint codes, and the used Maverick buying guide covers what to check if you are shopping pre-owned. The complete 2026 Ford Maverick buyer’s guide pulls it together, and the Ford Maverick at Sneed Ford is the place to start on the model overall.
Although every reasonable effort has been made to ensure accuracy, absolute accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Fuel-economy figures are EPA estimates verified against Ford’s published 2026 Maverick specifications and window stickers on our own inventory, and vary by configuration and driving conditions. Inventory, configurations, and availability change daily. Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic and starting point. Confirm current inventory and the exact equipment on any specific vehicle by calling 816-409-1975.
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