A Northwest baseball name people know
Jay was inducted into the Mariners Hall of Fame in 2004 after becoming one of the club's defining players and one of the most memorable personalities in team history.
Meet Jay Buhner
Fugate Ford | Enumclaw, WA | 526 Roosevelt Ave
Seattle Baseball Legend. Ford Truck Guy. Northwest Favorite.
Jay Buhner Is the New Face of Fugate Ford
Jay Buhner knows the Pacific Northwest, knows what a real truck should feel like, and knows why people stick with the brands and local businesses they trust. Now he is bringing that same energy to Fugate Ford.
Why Jay and Fugate Ford Fit
Jay is not just a name people remember from the ballpark. He is a Northwest personality with a long history of showing up, connecting with fans, and staying true to the kind of straightforward, work-hard attitude people respect.
Fugate Ford has always been about helping local drivers find vehicles that make sense for real life. Trucks for towing and work. SUVs for family miles. Service and parts for people who want their vehicle ready when they need it.
That is why Jay feels right at home here. He loves the outdoors, family, baseball, fishing, hunting, off-road weekends, and trucks that can actually handle the job. Around Enumclaw and the Plateau, that is just the way a lot of people live.
Who Is Jay Buhner?
Jay Buhner, known to fans as "Bone," is one of the most recognizable Seattle Mariners players of his era. A power-hitting right fielder, a clubhouse leader, and a fan favorite, Jay spent 14 seasons in a Mariners uniform and became part of the baseball identity of the Pacific Northwest.
310Career Home Runs
965Career RBI
1996All-Star & Gold Glove
2004Mariners Hall of Fame
Three straight 40-home-run seasons
From 1996 through 1998, Jay became just the 10th player in Major League history at the time to hit 40 or more home runs in three consecutive seasons.
More than numbers on a stat sheet
Jay's connection with fans has always been part of the story, from ballpark energy to community involvement and years of staying connected to the Northwest.
Jay Is a Ford Truck Guy
Jay is not pretending to be a truck guy for a commercial. He likes capable trucks, useful gear, off-road confidence, and vehicles that are ready for work, family, and the weekend.
He personally drives a lifted Ford F-350 King Ranch, and Ford trucks are exactly the kind of vehicle he naturally talks about: strong, dependable, comfortable, and built for people who actually use them.
Why Ford Trucks Make Sense Here
From job sites to boat ramps, trailheads, farms, campsites, and mountain roads, Ford trucks fit the way people use their vehicles in the Northwest. Jay gets that because he lives that kind of life too.
- F-150 and Super Duty shoppers looking for capability and comfort.
- Outdoor drivers who need room for gear, family, dogs, boats, trailers, and weekend plans.
- Truck owners who care about service, parts, towing confidence, and keeping their Ford ready for the long haul.
Words From Jay
"I've always been a Ford guy. Love their trucks. Built Ford tough and built for the Bone! Fugate Ford is the place. Great people, great inventory and in a great community." Jay Buhner
Why Customers Will See Jay Around Fugate Ford
Jay is joining Fugate Ford because the fit is real: Northwest roots, baseball history, a love for capable Ford trucks, and a dealership that serves drivers who need vehicles for work, family, travel, towing, and weekend plans.
A familiar face people already know
For a lot of Northwest fans, Jay is more than a former player. He is part of the region's sports memory: big swings, big personality, and a real connection with the people who cheered him on.
Ford trucks are already his thing
Jay personally drives a lifted Ford F-350 King Ranch, so talking trucks at Fugate Ford is not a stretch. He understands why capability, comfort, towing, and dependability matter.
Real chances to meet Jay
Fugate Ford will host periodic community events where fans can meet Jay, get autographs, take photos, talk baseball, check out Ford vehicles, and spend time with a Northwest favorite.
Meet Jay at Future Fugate Ford Events
Jay will be stopping by Fugate Ford for community events from time to time, giving fans a chance to say hello, get an autograph, take a photo, talk baseball, and check out what is happening at the dealership.
Dates and details will be announced on Fugate Ford's social media channels, so follow along for the next Jay Buhner appearance in Enumclaw.
Built Around the Way People Actually Drive
Enumclaw-area drivers need vehicles for real life: commuting, towing, mountain passes, job sites, school runs, road trips, hunting, fishing, camping, off-road weekends, and everything in between.
Why Ford Fits the Jay Buhner Lifestyle
Jay's world lines up naturally with Ford's strongest vehicles. F-Series trucks, Super Duty capability, Bronco adventure, family SUVs, and Ford service support all fit the kind of rugged, practical, family-first lifestyle that connects with Northwest drivers.
- F-150 and Super Duty for towing, hauling, work, and weekend gear.
- Bronco and Bronco Sport for trail-ready personality and outdoor use.
- Explorer, Expedition, Escape, and other Ford SUVs for family travel and daily life.
- Ford-trained service and parts support to keep vehicles ready long after the sale.
Jay Buhner & Fugate Ford FAQ
Who is Jay Buhner?
Jay Buhner is a Seattle Mariners Hall of Famer, former All-Star and Gold Glove outfielder, and one of the most beloved power hitters in Mariners history. Known by fans as "Bone," Jay hit 310 career home runs, drove in 965 runs, and became a defining Northwest baseball personality during his 14 seasons with Seattle.
Why is Jay partnering with Fugate Ford?
Jay's connection to the Northwest, his love for Ford trucks, and his straight-ahead personality make him a natural fit for Fugate Ford. He understands truck people, outdoor families, and drivers who want a vehicle that can handle work, travel, towing, and weekend adventure.
What kind of Ford does Jay drive?
Jay personally drives a lifted Ford F-350 King Ranch. His real enthusiasm for Ford trucks is a major reason the Fugate Ford fit feels natural: Ford is already the kind of vehicle Jay likes, uses, and talks about naturally.
Can I meet Jay at Fugate Ford?
Yes, Fugate Ford plans to host periodic community events with Jay Buhner for signings, photos, fan interaction, and dealership appearances. Follow Fugate Ford on social media for event announcements, dates, and appearance details.
Where is Fugate Ford located?
Fugate Ford is located at 526 Roosevelt Ave in Enumclaw, WA, serving drivers from Enumclaw, Buckley, Bonney Lake, Auburn, Sumner, Puyallup, and the surrounding Plateau.
Visit Fugate Ford in Enumclaw
Whether you are shopping for a Ford truck, looking for your next family SUV, scheduling service, or following along for Jay Buhner event updates, Fugate Ford is ready to help.