Tuesday, October 30, 2012

The Best 4x4 SUV For Rock-Climbing - 2012 Jeep Wrangler

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The 2012 Jeep Wrangler - when ordered in the Rubicon trim level - is the best 4wd SUV out there for hopping from one rock to another. Named after the famed Rubicon trail, which is one of the most demanding environments for any off-road vehicle, the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon comes with a host of gear that is intended to help make short work of a field of boulders. The Rubicon's front sway-bar can be remotely detached from inside the cabin for increased articulation, Dana 44 axles sit front and rear for extra strength, and a special Rock-Trac four-wheel drive system with an ultra-low 4:0:1 gear ratio means that the Wrangler can put its power down as precisely as it needs to. Throw in a 285 horsepower, 3.6-liter V-6, full-length rock rails, and the choice of either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission, and it's clear to see why the Wrangler Rubicon leads the rock-climbing pack.

Monday, October 29, 2012

Car Maintenance Tip of the Week

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Tired Tires

Tires wear out, but they also time out. The tire industry says tires are toast after five years, but they're selling tires. It all depends on heat, sunlight and ozone conditions. There's little argument from any pundits that after seven years those black donuts are dried and better off holding down a farmer's tarp than carrying your family around. If you're not sure how old your tires are, a tire shop can read the date code stamped into the sidewall.

Courtesy of editorials.autos.msn.com

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Monthly Coupon Specials: October

This month's offer is 10% accessories from our parts department.  If you would like to take advantage of this, print a copy of the coupon and come down to the dealership soon!

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Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Jeep's Success at TAWA

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Jeep® brand vehicles won significant accolades this year at the 20th annual Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) Texas Truck Rodeo.

Jeep vehicles receiving awards from TAWA were:

SUV of Texas: 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 
Full size SUV: 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Mid-size SUV: 2013 Jeep Wrangler
Full-size luxury SUV: 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit

Monday, October 22, 2012

Car Maintenance Tip of the Week

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Wiper Tales
Here's a news flash: It's much easier to avoid hitting things you can see. Simple as it is, that's the concept behind replacing your windshield wipers before they fossilize into noisy uselessness.

Fall is the ideal wiper replacement time: after the blade-baking summer and before the fall and winter nastiness. Depending on location, wiper replacement may be an annual affair in the Southwest to a biannual chore in northern climes.

Courtesy of http://editorial.autos.msn.com 

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Online Car Finder Form

Let us help you find your dream car!  Head over to our website and fill out our simple car finder form so we can start looking right away!

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Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Customer Testimony

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The Severns family has written us a letter letting us know about all the great experiences they have had with our staff.  Here is an excerpt!

“The sales staff and salesmen were easy going, no pressure and they got my son a good deal.  Management and the finance department made the whole transaction easy.  How easy?  I came back to buy my wife a Jeep Liberty, and again everything went good and I got another GOOD DEAL!”  - Severns Family

Thanks so much guys!  We hope to see you again soon!

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Monday, October 15, 2012

Car Maintenance Tip of the Week

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Octane Overdose
"If some is good, more is better" thinking does not apply to octane. Here the rule is to supply whatever octane the engine is rated for and call it done. Higher-than-required octane does not yield more power or mileage, only oil company profits.

Some engines are rated for premium 91 octane fuel but can burn 87 octane regular, thanks to the magic of knock sensors. In that case, run regular gas if puttering around surface streets, and premium fuel if full-throttle driving is part of your daily repertoire.

Courtesy of http://editorial.autos.msn.com

Thursday, October 11, 2012

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Apply for a Car Loan Online Today

Do you want to apply for a car loan?  We can help you out with that.  Make use of our quick and easy finance application form online.  We strive to help all of our customers get the low rates they deserve!

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Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Chrysler 300S among 'Top 10' AWD vehicles

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The staff of the Canadian website, Sympatico.ca, reviewed the current
model vehicles they have tested to pick out the top 10 best AWD
vehicles currently on sale in Canada. "They've been found worthy,"
the Sympatico.ca staff said. The Chrysler 300S AWD was enjoyable to
drive because of its "comfortable, spacious interior as well as its
great ride and handling," Sympatico.ca said. It is unmistakably
American with its distinctive stature, makes no apologies for itself
and just like the ads say, "this 300S exemplifies what it means to be
American car," the article said.

Courtesy of Sypatico.ca

Keep up the great work team! We've earned another five star review

"This is a dealership that is easy to work with. We never felt pressured and they were very patient with us as we looked at several models. Thank you Jose and Matt." - dluvsduke

Click HERE to read the full review on Cars.com

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Friday, October 5, 2012

2013 Jeep Patriot Latitude 4x2 – Lease Offer

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Lease a 2013 JEEP PATRIOT LATITUDE 4X2 for $239 per month for 36 months. Total due at signing: $2,499. No security deposit required.  Tax, license, and title fees still apply.  Purchase option at the end of lease for a predetermined price.

Visit our website for information on all special offers and incentives!

Link: http://www.drivecj.com/current-incentives.htm

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Monthly Coupon Specials: October

Do you need any parts or accessories for your Chrysler/Jeep vehicle?  Save 10% with our monthly coupon.  Head over to our offers page to print your copy today.

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Tuesday, October 2, 2012

2012 Chrysler 300S V6 AWD Review

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Last year the Chrysler 300 got a complete makeover, and this year the 2012 model still received some significant changes. There are some new models that have joined the lineup. A sporty Chrysler 300S that we’ll be reviewing this week, the new Chrysler 300C Luxury Series, and a new Chrysler 300 SRT8 super-sedan. The Chrysler 300S is a sportier 300, and comes with extras like 20-inch wheels and a firmer suspension.

The Chrysler 300 is a full-size four-door sedan that is comfortable, quiet and a cruiser. It can be ordered with a V6 or V8 powerplant and comes with an optional eight-speed automatic. The Chrysler 300 is one of just a few rear-wheel-drive sedans that can be purchased for less than $35,000 making it a good choice for driving enthusiasts.

Chrysler 300S gets visual exterior treatments

Outside, the 300S receives a number of visiual treatments that set it apart from the standard version. The S gets a gloss-black grille and headlight housings framed against monochrome bodywork. The 300S looks a little more menacing as it also comes with large dark wheels and the S just looks more aggressive. Chrysler would like it to compete with the Cadillac CTS-V and it could be a poor man’s version of the Mercedes-Benz AMG E-Class.

The sedan is big and the driver can feel it the moment he or she sits behind the wheel. Interior dimensions and roominess are generous in the front and rear of the cabin. The 300S also has a luxury feel to it. The thick leather-wrapped four-spoke padded steering wheel offers an immediate luxury experience. On the S model, magnesium paddle shifters rise behind the horizontal spokes letting the driver know this a sport model and meant for spirited driving.

A luxury cabin

This S tester also came with Radar Red luxury-leather bucket seats with the S logo added for visual flare. The materials in the cabin are first rate and the S interior feels sporty.  The driver’s seat offers plenty of adjustability and the tilt-telescoping steering wheel makes it easy to find a comfortable seating position. The S model comes with a number of standard luxury features and offers even more optional goodies.

This 2012 Chrysler 300S AWD tester comes with a V6 and 8-speed automatic transmission ($35,820) The S model gets body-color trim with gloss-black grille and headlight trim, matte carbon and piano-black cabin trim, 300S logo on the leather seats, and keyless entry with remote start.

300S options include UConnect with 8.4-inch touch screen, Garmin navigation, Sirius Travel Link with Real Time Traffic and Sirius satellite radio ($795). the large, 8.4-inch screen is easily understood at a glance and easy to operate. Other available options include a Safety Tech package ($2,420) and also a Luxury package ($3,250).

An award-winning powertrain

The standard 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 is an award winning engine. It comes with double overhead cams, 24 valves, and variable valve timing that aids flexibility and good fuel economy. The V6 produces 292 horsepower and 260 lb ft of torque. The 3.6-liter powerplant is high-revving and delivers strong acceleration.

The Pentastar V6 is mated to a new highly efficient eight-speed automatic with E-Shifter. The automatic achieves improved fuel-mileage because it allows easier acceleration and lower engine speed on the highway. The V6 with AWD achieves 18/27 city/highway fuel mileage which is the same as the rear-drive with the five-speed automatic. At 50 mph, the 300 eight-speed will cruise all day long at just 1000 rpm’s allowing moderate interstate cruising using minimal fuel.

The 2012 Chrysler 300 with the eight-speed also gets a new shifter. It has four positions (PRND) and a +/- gate to the side for manual operation. The new shifter could be a weak point for the big sedan. The short stubby shifter looks like an inverted silver putter. The unit is actually an electronic switch and needs to be pushed properly to find the right gear. It’s easy to get the wrong gear and can be a bit confusing and it definitely takes getting used to.

Smooth and comfortable on the road

Driving the big 300S sedan feels much like driving a more expensive German luxury sedan. The 300S is smooth and comfortable, but if you need the power, the V6 has ample power to move all that weight with confidence. The four-door  S is not a sports sedan, but the sport suspension offers enough stiffness to give it a sporty feel. Body roll is acceptable when taking tight corners, and the electric-assist steering has good weighting and feel.

The available All-wheel drive is worth the extra cost and gives the sedan better stability in either wet or dry conditions.The ride height on 2012 Chrysler 300 AWD models is slightly lower than on 2011 models giving it a sleeker profile.

Overall, the 2012 Chrysler 300S V6 AWD is a roomy car that offers comfort, all-wheel-drive capability, enough power for most situations and has a unique  presence. At $35,820, it offers a good value.

Courtesy of automoblog.net

Monday, October 1, 2012

Online Vehicle Showroom

Hey fans! Head over to our online vehicle showroom to familiarize yourself with all the great Chrysler Jeep vehicles offered at our dealership.  Click the make and model of your choice to see tons of info for each vehicle.

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