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April 25, 2010
SPRING AUTO
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SOUTHERN ILLINOIS’ BEST-KEPT SECRETFOR 11 YEARS NOW!
HAPPY ANNIVERSARYVOGLER MAZDA!
HAPPY ANNIVERSARYVOGLER MAZDA!
2010 MAZDA3
2010 MAZDA6
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Celebrating with APR for 60 Monthson Our Three Hottest Models
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It’s lower, longer, widerand just plain meaner.We gave it a 6-speed, short-throw manual transmission and a road-loving, racetrack-tunedsport suspension. Then we engineered in a mean streak that’s a mile wide.
Test-drive the C-Class today at your local Mercedes-Benz dealer.
mo. for 36mo. lease
NowThroughMay 3,2010
$349 first mo. payment
$2,999 capitilized cost
reduction
$795 aquisition fee
2010 Mercedes C300$349
*MSRP plus tax, title, license and fees. 10,000 miles/year lease, aquisitionfee and first months payment also due at signing. See dealer for details.
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1015 East WalnutCarbondale
1-888-836-1994Website:
www.auffenbergcarbondale.com
Can’t decide between a SUV or a car?
CROSSOVERThe best of both vehicles.
2010 Buick Enclave 2010 Cadillac SRX
2010 GMC Acadia2010 GMC Terrain
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‘10 DODGE JOURNEY
STK# 0D197
PW, PL, CC,
GOOD MPG
MMSSRRPP:: $$2222,,554400
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STK# 0J214AUTO, GOOD MPG
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STK# 100WF
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$19,995
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‘10 CHRYSLER SEBRING0% for 60 MOor 1.9% for 72 MOONLY $269.44 MO
$16,995
‘10 DODGE RAM HD NOW INSTOCK!MOTOR TREND
TRUCK OFTHE YEAR!
‘10 DODGE RAM 1500 SAVE$7,500STK# 0D147BIG HORN, CHROME20IN WHLS, BUCKETSEATS, REMOTE START
* PRICE INCLUDES TOYOTA CONQUEST. PRICES INCLUDE ALL AVAILABLE REBATES. PAYMENTS BASED ON 10% OF SELLING PRICE DOWN PLUS TTL AT 1.9 % OR 3.9% FOR 72 MOS. ALL REBATES MAY NOTAPPLY FOR EVERY CUSTOMER. PICTURES MAY NOT REFLECT ACTUAL VEHICLE. DEALER NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS. TAX, TITLE, LIC. AND DOC FEE ARE EXTRA. THE MSRP MAY NOT
BE THE PRICE AT WHICH THE VEHICLE IS SOLD IN THE TRADE AREA. SALE PRICES ARE ON IN STOCK VEHICLES. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS.
‘10 JEEP WRANGLER ‘10 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN2 Door and 4 Door6 To ChooseFrom!!!
$19,995
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he vast array oftruck models onthe market can
make finding theperfect vehicle adaunting task. Beforevisiting a dealership,you've got to askyourself a fewquestions.
What kind of enginedo you want? Should thetruck have a cab thatcomfortably seats fourpeople? What kind ofmaterials will you behauling? Are youlooking for a luxuryvehicle, or would youprefer something thatsimply suits hard labor?Should the bed of thetruck be long, wide, orshort?
Ultimately, these arequestions that a buyerabsolutely mustconsider before he evenenters a truckdealership. And,fortunately for truckbuyers, mostdealerships will be ableto deliver a truck thatmeets your exactspecifications — withthe perfect combinationof engine, cabin and bedto do the jobs you havein mind.
Other factors shouldalso come to mind whenthinking about what tolook for in a new truck.First, the truck shouldbe comfortable to drive.Second, you should feelcomfortable driving thevehicle. Third, youshould love the look ofthe truck. Fourth, andmost important, thetruck should bemanufactured by a safeand reliable companythat offers its buyers agood warranty.
Here's a closer look atwhat to look for in a newtruck:
ENGINESThe engine is the heart
of your truck, and it'sthe choice that will mostdramatically affect theperformance, capabilityand personality of thetruck you buy.
There are a lot moreengine choice thanthere are trucks, and it'snot as simple aschoosing between V6and V8 models.
If you're looking forefficiency, a V6 engine isyour best bet because itoffers basicperformance along withgood gas mileage, all fora low price. Most full-size and all mid-sizepickups are availablewith a V6. You could alsoconsider one of GeneralMotors' hybrid pickups,like the GMC SierraHybrid, which addselectric motors that give
you the grunt of a V8with the efficiency of amuch smaller engine.
The most populartype of truck engine isthe traditional gasolineV8, and each brand willusually offer severaloptions in V8 power. Ifpossible, you shoulddrive a truck with eachof the different enginesto compare them oneafter another. Each V8will feel and sounddramatically different,so you need to pick onethat matches yourpersonal preferences.Note how each V8accelerates, both from astanding stop and atpassing speeds on thehighway.
Finally, you've got toweigh whether youwant a diesel engine.Today's diesels arequieter and morerefined than everbefore, but they're still alittle louder and roughersounding thanconventional gas
engines. They've got alot of advantages,though, including theability to generate lotsof torque for towing anda better reputation forlongevity. A diesel isoften the mostexpensive enginechoice, but it also offersgreat capability and abetter resale value.
CABINDifferent brands use
different buzzwords todescribe their cabs, butthey can generally fallinto three categories:Regular cabs, with twodoors and seating forthree, are the mostaffordable models thatoffer the least interiorspace.
The next step up is acabin with a small backseat. It will usually havetwo full-size doors infront and a couple ofsmaller, often rear-opening doors in backto access the back seat.
The biggest and mostexpensive choice is atrue four-door truck,which has full-size frontand back seats. Whilethe initial cost will bemore, many people likethis type of truckbecause it's like buyingtwo vehicles in one: abig SUV for the family,and a pickup truck fordoing hard work.
BEDTruck beds come in all
shapes and sizes, so it'simportant to pick onethat meets therequirements of the jobyou're doing. If youfrequently haul full-size,4-by-8-foot sheets ofdrywall or plywood,then a long bed may beyour only option. If youuse it for haulingsmaller things, like bagsof concrete orlandscaping materials,then a short bed maysuffice.
Not only does the bed
determine what you cancarry, but it alsochanges how the trucklooks and drives. Longbeds look more likework trucks, while shortand medium lengthslook sportier. And whilelong beds are the bestfor hauling bulky cargo,they're the hardest to fitinto a parking lot.
LUXURIESThere was a time
when pickups were allabout work, but today'strucks can now beoutfitted like luxurycars.
The GMC Denali lineis a great example. InDenali trim, the Sierracomes with leatherseats and all sorts ofelectronic gadgets thatmake it feel more like aCadillac than a GMC.Other brands offersimilar luxury packages,most notably Ford withits upscale Lariat trim.
If you really want aluxury truck, look foravailable features like anavigation system,special leather trim, andperhaps even a built-inDVD player for the backseat.
Overall, many truckmakers offer consumersstandard features thatare available in mosttruck models. Knowingwhat additional featuresyou want in a truck ismost important whenit's time to shop.
In the end, the perfecttruck can be found —one that matches yourlifestyle as much as yourneed to do a job.
TT
What To Look for in a New Truck
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1015 East Walnut • Carbondale • 1-888-836-1994Website: www.auffenbergcarbondale.com
QualifiedBuyers
Get0% On most2010SierraModels
SIERRA 1500 EXT. CAB SIERRA 1500 CREW CAB SIERRA 2500 HD
$4,750APR
FOR60 OR
Total Cash Back
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BUICK • GMC • SUZUKI • MERCEDES-BENZ2604 W. DeYoung • Marion, IL • 618-997-1313www.foley-sweitzer.com • 9am-6pm Mon.-Fri.
9am-5pm Sat.
$1,000 cash or trade. 6.9% APR. 60/70 plus tax, title, lic & fees for qualified buyers.Dealer not responsible for typographical errors. See dealer for details.
2009 Suzuki SX4Sedan, Sport Edition, Industry leading 7 year/100,000 milepowertrain warranty
$14,999
2009 Suzuki SX4 CrossoverAWD, Touring EditionIntegrated navigation &bluetooth connectivity includedSmartpass keyless entryand heated seats
0 down and$297.08/mo(72 mos @ 4.9% OAC)
2010 Suzuki KizashiSport Sedan,Meets 2014safety standards
0 down and$345.26/mo(72 mos @ 4.9% OAC)
2009 Suzuki Equator4x4, Crew Cab Truck, Special RMZ-4 Edition, Fully Loaded,Bed Rails, Integrated navigation & bluetooth connectivity
$2,000 rebate or 0% financingup to 60 mos (72 mos @ 4.9%)
2010 Suzuki Grand VitaraIncredible SUV deal, Integrated navigation &bluetooth connectivity included
$17,4900 down and$280.86/mo(72 mos @ 4.9% OAC)
Includes all rebates,$0 down, tax, title,
lic & fees extra
Sizzlin’ Dealson Suzuki
Sizzlin’ Dealson Suzuki
30MPG
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2010 FORD FUSION SEGreat Features
Sun & Sync Pkg., 6 Speed Automatic, 6-Way Power Seat, Power Windows, Power Locks, Keyless Entry, Fog Lamps, A/C Climate Control.
348619***See dealer for details.
Original Price$24,318*
$19,699**
** All applicable rebates, tax, title, DOC fee extra.
$269***MONTHLY
Located on Rt. 127 N. Nashville, ILReal pictures, real low prices.
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1015 East WalnutCarbondale
1-888-836-1994Website:
www.auffenbergcarbondale.com
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www.voglerford.com • Carbondale • 618-457-8135
Big-Time FEATURES• Projected 40 mpg highway(2)
• Driver’s side knee airbag• Available SYNC® Communications and Entertainment System• 4-inch LCD Multifunctional Display• Easy FuelTM capless fuel filler• Available heated front-seat cushions• Available leather-trimmed seats• Seven available seat material color combinations• Integrated blind spot mirrors• Available power heated sideview mirrors with LED signal indicators• 1.6L Duratec® Ti-VCT 1-4 engine• Available PowerShift 6-speed automatic transmission• Available LED supplimental parking lamps• Acoustic laminated windshield• Available Hill Assist Feature (automatic transmission)• Electric power steering with Drift Control and Active Nibble Control• Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start• 4-inch multifunctional display in center stack
(2) Available SFE Package. Ford preliminary data. Pending EPA certification. Class is subcompact cars vs. 2009/2010 competitors.
2011
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“We are excited to bring an all new Super Duty to our customers.
From the ground up, it’s all Ford. We expect it to be a big hit.”
- Tim HirchNew Car Sales Manager at Vogler
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KEY POWER STROKE COMPONENTS- Compacted graphite iron (CGI) engine block• A first for a Super Duty-class vehicle in North America• The use of CGI allowed the block structure to be optimized for
reduced weight and maximum strength• Helps improve weight distribution over the front axle and also helps
improve fuel efficiency- Aluminum cylinder heads• Six-head-bolt design helps improve sealing and cylinder integrity• Feature dual water jackets for optimal cooling and increased strength• Cylinder heads and CGI engine block offer weight savings and help
improve fuel efficiency- Unique inboard exhaust design• Helps reduce exhaust system volume and heat transfer to the engine
compartment while improving throttle response• Helps improve NVH (noise, vibration and harshness) characteristics
CLEANEST POWER STROKEEVER
The all-new Power Stroke willbe the cleanest diesel ever in aSuper Duty PIckup or ChassisCab by using Diesel ExhaustFluid (DEF) to meet the strict2010 calendar year federaldiesel emissions requirements
HILL ASSIST FEATURENew for 2011 and makes it easier to pull away on a slope or grade greater than five degrees by keeping the vehicle from rolling backward.
When Hill Assist Feature is activated, the vehicle remains stationary on the slope for up to two seconds after the driver releases the brake petal. Thebrakes are automatically released once the engine has developed sufficient power to prevent the vehicle from rolling down the slope. Hill Assist Feature will not operate when the parking brake is engaged.
www.voglerford.comCarbondale • 618-457-8135
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2009 Yukon Hybrid 4x2#9025, Black
MSRP $51,870 NOW $43,155*SAVE $8,715
2009 GMC Sierra X-Cab#9164, 4x4, SLT, Z71, Steel Gray
MSRP $41,280 NOW $31,278*SAVE $10,002
2010 GMC Sierra#10040, Reg Cab, Automatic, 4.3 V6, Two in Stock
MSRP $23,610 NOW $18,741*SAVE $4,869
2010 GMC Acadia#10035, SLT, FWD
MSRP $40,820 NOW $36,813*SAVE $4,007
2010 Buick Lacrosses5 To Choose From
2010 GMC Savana Cargo Van#10058
MSRP $27,880 NOW $24,094*SAVE $3,786
2010 GMC Buick Lucerne CX#10061, Crystal Red
MSRP $37,180 NOW $31,134*SAVE $6,046
Includes all rebates and incentives. Tax,title, lic and fees extra
Why W
ould
You Buy
Anyw
here
Else?
ALL GM VEHICLES INCLUDE100,000 MILES POWERTRAIN
WARRANTY!
ALL GM VEHICLES INCLUDE100,000 MILES POWERTRAIN
WARRANTY!
ALL NEW!
BUICK • GMC • SUZUKI • MERCEDES-BENZ2604 W. DeYoung • Marion, IL • 618-997-1313www.foley-sweitzer.com • 9am-6pm Mon.-Fri.
9am-5pm Sat.
$1,000 cash or trade. 6.9% APR. 60/70 plus tax, title, lic & fees for qualified buyers.Dealer not responsible for typographical errors. See dealer for details.
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1-888-836-1994Website:
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2010 Ford F-1150 Supercab 4x4 2010 Ford F-1150 Supercab 4x42010 Ford F-2250 “Super Duty” 4x4
MSRP $35,905.00
Factory
Discount $500.00
Hotze Ford
Discount $2,200.00
Ford Factory
Rebate 4,500.00
Ford Credit
Rebate $1,000.00
Your Price $27,705.00
MSRP $33,535.00
Hotze Ford
Discount $1,424.00
Ford Factory
Rebate $5,000.00
Your Price $27,111.00
2010 Ford F-1150Stock # 10149, Regular Cab, STX Pkg, V8,
Automatic, CD Player, Tow Pkg, STX Décor Pkg,
Chrome Boards, 18” Wheels, Cruise Control, Fog
Lights, Power Equipment Group
MSRP $26,765.00
Hotze
Ford Discount $1,391.00
Ford Factory
Rebate $2,500.00
Ford Credit
Rebate $1,000.00
Your Price $21,874.00
2010 Ford F-2250 “Super Duty” 4x4 2010 Mercury Milan, Premier
2010 Ford Fusion SE
2010 Ford Taurus SEL 2010 Ford Edge, Sport Pkg 2010 Ford Transit Connect 2010 Ford Mustang Coupe
2010 Ford Escape XLT 2010 Ford Ranger Regular Cab 2010 Ford Focus S
2010 Ford Flex SE 2010 Mercury Mariner 4x4
Stock # 10122, XLT Pkg, Cloth Seats, V8,
Automatic, SYNC, Trailer Tow, Brake Controller,
Satellite Radio, Captains Chairs
MSRP $36,650.00
Factory
Discount $500.00
Hotze Ford
Discount $2,411.00
Ford Factory
Rebate $4,500.00
Ford Credit
Rebate $1,000.00
Your Price $28,239.00
Stock # 10180, XLT Pkg, Cloth Seats, V8,
Automatic, Limited Slip Axle, Tow Pkg, Fog Lights,
Power Seat, Reverse Sensing, Satellite Radio
Stock # 10189, V8, Automatic, All Terrain Tires,
Limited Slip Axle, Décor Pkg, FX4 Off Road Pkg,
Tilt/Cruise, AM/FM CD Player
MSRP $55,015.00
Hotze Ford
Discount $4,173.00
Ford Factory
Rebate $6,000.00
Your Price $44,842.00
Stock # 10079, Lariat Pkg, Crewcab, 6.4 Diesel,Automatic, 20” Tires, Chrome Pkg, Two TonePaint, Rear View Camera, Upfitter Switches, HDAlternator, Leather Seats, Limited Slip Axle, PlusMuch More
MSRP $27,395.00
Hotze Ford
Discount $1,612.00
Ford Factory
Rebate $2,000.00
OR- 0% Financing
for 60 months
Your Price $23,783.00
Stock # 10106, Leather Seating, Moonroof,
Spoiler, Rear View Camera, Sony Stereo, Too
many options to list!
MSRP $30,785.00
Hotze Ford
Discount $1,051.00
Ford Factory
Rebate $2,500.00
Your Price $27,234.00
Stock # 10262, V6, Automatic, Cloth, SYNC,
Roof Rails, Two Tone Roof, Rubber Floor Mats
MSRP $31,590.00
Hotze Ford
Discount $1,835.00
Ford Factory
Rebate $2,000.00
OR- 0% Financing
for 60 months
Your Price $27,755.00
Stock # 10170, Leather Seating, V6, Automatic,
Step Bars, Alloy Wheels, CD Player, Moonroof,
Auto Park, Tow Pkg, Remote Start
MSRP $24,310.00
Hotze Ford
Discount $1,365.00
Ford Factory
Rebate $2,000.00
OR- 0% Financing
for 60 months
Your Price $20,945.00
Stock # 10238, Sedan, 4 Cyl., Automatic,
Moonroof, SYNC, 6 Disc CD, Reverse Sensing
MSRP $25,960.00
Hotze Ford
Discount $1,088.00
Ford Factory
Rebate $2,000.00
OR- 0% Financing
for 60 months
Your Price $22,872.00
Stock # 10276, Cloth Seating, 4 Cyl., Automatic,
Moonroof, SYNC, Cargo Package, All Power
Equipment
MSRP $19,540.00
Hotze Ford
Discount $623.00
Ford Factory
Rebate $3,500.00
OR- 0% Financing
for 72 months
Your Price $15,417.00
Stock # 10227, XL Package, 4 Cyl., Automatic
Trans, A/C, AM/FM Stereo
MSRP $17,505.00Hotze FordDiscount $523.00Ford FactoryRebate $2,000.00Ford CreditRebate $500.00Your Price $14,482.00
Stock # 10199, Sedan, 4 Cyl., Automatic, 35
MPG, 5 Year / 100,000 Mile Powertrain Warranty
PLUS 2 Year / 25,000 Mile Maintenance Warranty
“No Charge” on all remaining 2010 Ford Focus
Models
MSRP $28,990.00
5.9% APR 60 months
PLUS Rebate
Hotze Ford
Discount $1,590.00
Ford Factory
Rebate $1,000.00
Your Price $26,400.00
Stock # 10096, Sedan, V6, Automatic, Cloth
Seating, SYNC, Reverse Sensing
MSRP $37,275.00
Hotze Ford
Discount $2,115.00
Ford Factory
Rebate $3,000.00
OR- 0% Financing
for 60 months
Your Price $32,160.00
Stock # 10026, 20” Chrome Wheels, V6,
Automatic, Cargo Pkg, Power Liftgate,
Automatic Temperature Control
MSRP $23,260.00
Hotze Ford
Discount $948.00
Ford Factory
Rebate $500.00
Your Price $21,812.00
Stock # 10131, XLT Wagon, 4 Cyl., Automatic,
Cloth Seating, Daytime Headlamps, Splash
Guards, All Weather Front/Rear Floormats
MSRP $26,140.00
Hotze Ford
Discount $1,299.00
Ford Factory
Rebate $3,000.00
Your Price $21,841.00
Stock # 10137, V6, 5 Speed Manual, Pony
Package, Spoiler, 18” Alloys, Chrome Exhaust
Tips, Leather Seats, Loaded
www.hotzeford.comNorth on I-57 in Salem, Illinois
*Prices plus tax, title, license and fees. Photos may not be of actual vehicles. Dealer not responsible for typographical errors. See dealer for details.
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NowThroughMay 3,2010
$699first mo. payment
$1,675 capitilized costreduction$795aquisition fee
2010 Mercedes E350$699 mo. for 39mo. lease
*MSRP plus tax, title, license and fees. 10,000 miles/year lease, aquisitionfee and first months payment also due at signing. See dealer for details.
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611 S Kingshighway Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 | 573-339-1000 | www.auffenbergcapekia.com
Auffenberg Kia of Cape Girardeau
Lease for $149 per mo.*
*Call dealer for details.
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ext to buying ahome, a car is oneof the biggest
purchases you willmake in your lifetime.Considering how it'ssuch a big investment— and one that's soimportant to your day-to-day life — it'simportant to make sureyour car will last as longas possible.
Keeping your vehicle'sservice current is is thebest way to do that.
For starters, it willsave you a lot of moneyover time. These dayseveryone is looking forways to save, and payingattention to the needsof your car is one way todo it.
Getting regular oilchanges, rotating tires,and occasional tune-ups are all part ofmaintaining a car. Whileit's true that an oilchange can cost youanywhere between $10and $50, having thisdone every 3,000-5,000miles will keep your carrunning better. In thelong run, this saves a lotof money because itkeeps your enginerunning longer andstronger.
Without keeping upwith the basic service,bigger problems canarise that will cost muchmore than the price of afew oil changes, tirerotations or tune-ups.
Another reason to stayon top of your car'sservice is that a well-maintained car will run
more efficiently. Thiswill allow your engine torun smoother andrequire fewer trips tothe gas station to fill up,which in turn will saveyou money.
In addition,maintaining your carand servicing itregularly will keep yousafer. Regularlychecking your tirepressure is importantfor many reasons. Cartires with too low ofpressure can wear thetires out and cause thetread to be ruined. Tiresthat have too muchpressure have the risk ofpotential blowouts,which can be dangerousand even fatal.
Likewise, brakesshould be checked once
or twice a year to makesure they are workingproperly, or checked ifyou notice anythingunusual about them,such as squealing,grinding, or the need topush on the brakesharder than normal.Obviously, not havingproperly working brakeson your car isdangerous.
Furthermore, regularlyservicing your car willmake it worth more if orwhen you decide to sellit or trade it in. By doingsimple tasks likekeeping the inside of thecar clean and washing itfrequently, you will keepyour car looking nicerand improve its value.Cleaning the underside
of your car is important,especially during thewinter months in coldclimates, to preventsnow and sludge fromcorroding the parts.
A car that has beenregularly serviced,maintained, and looksgreat on the inside andoutside will get youmore money when youdecide to sell it. A fewpeople even get moremoney for their car thanthey originally paid forit, just because theyhave taken such goodcare of it.
How do you knowwhen it's time to do themaintenance? If you stillhave your car's owner'smanual, it will contain atreasure trove ofinformation about not
only when themaintenance isrequired, but also whattypes of fluids your caris designed to use. Youshould do your best tofollow the instructionsprecisely because it willkeep your car runningproperly. Failing tofollow the instructionscould even void your
car's warranty.If you don't have the
owner's manual — orwould be morecomfortable having aprofessional look it over— then you could getthe advice from areputable automechanic. Theseprofessionals, whetherat car dealerships orindependent repairshops, will be able tolook up informationabout your car andexamine it to see whatkind of maintenanceyou need.
Buying a car is part ofthe American dream.It's a big purchase thatshould not be takenlightly. Maintaining andservicing your carregularly is imperativeand necessary to keepyour car in tip-topshape. Doing so willsave you money, keepyou safer, and make itworth more in the longrun.
Take pride in your carkeep its service current.It will only help you inthe long run.
NN
Reasons To Keep Your Car'sService Current
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1-888-836-1994Website:
www.auffenbergcarbondale.com
Stop In AndSee Us
Today ForAll Your
AutomotiveNeeds!
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