Keeping your vehicle in top condition depends on a regular service schedule, and it is easy to keep track of where everything is at by keeping a log. For many drivers, keeping a small notebook in the glove box helps them keep track of past services, and plan for services that need to be done.
We hope that the following info-graphic is helpful in getting you on the path to a healthy maintenance schedule. Whenever you need some work done, feel free to stop by, and we will be happy to help.
Make sure to visit our website to search for current service specials, and take advantage of the savings: Reynolds Buick GMC
To get the week started off on the right foot, we thought we would inject some custom car/truck magic into the mix. Check out these 5 modded Buick and GMC models and let us know which one is your favorite.
Finding the right vehicle for your needs is easier than ever on our website: Reynolds Buick GMC
It is important to feel good about the car you drive. There are expensive and inexpensive way to achieve this, and which method, depends on what you are looking to get out of your vehicle. Whether it be for flair, functionality, or fun, accessories can spruce up an old ride.
We thought it would be helpful to provide our list of top 5 accessories to get the ball rolling on your vehicle modification.
Hitch-Mounted or Roof Bicycle Rack: These are great for fitness enthusiasts and mountain bikers who want to reach trails on mountains further away. They are relatively inexpensive, and easy to install. Definitely worth the money if cycling is your sport of choice.
Upgraded Wheels: New wheels are an easy and effective way to improve the overall look of your vehicle. Although, not the cheapest option, the money will be well spent and will make the difference in your car's appearance.
Remote Start: This is a fun way to upgrade the tech in your vehicle, and is a classy option for those looking to add that extra something to their vehicle. Pricing varies per unit, but many manufacturers offer a remote start option and the parts/service department can certainly point you in the right direction if this is your cup of tea.
New Grille: It's not for the family BBQ this weekend, but a new grille for your vehicle is another easy upgrade that has a definite impact on the overall look of your ride. There are many designs and colors to choose from, so go crazy and find the right combo to fit your personality on the road.
Custom Exhaust Tips: This is one of the most popular upgrades, enhancing performance and style in one easily installed part. With different sizes and shapes you can create the performance look you are going for with your vehicle.
To search for the perfect accessory to fit your ride, visit our parts website to browse vehicle specific parts: GM Accessories
The "Click it or Ticket" seat belt initiatives across the nation seem to be a new phenomena with how frequently the slogan is on television or on road signs along the highways. This however is not new, and we found a 1979 PSA ad for seat belt safety that we thought you would enjoy for Flashback Friday.
What other vehicle safety slogans can you remember off the top of your head?
Stop by the dealership and visit our website to find out how Buick and GMC vehicles keep drivers safe on the roads. Safety is of the utmost importance when driving and we wish you safe travels each and every time you start the car!
The exact moment in time that lifting cars and trucks became popular is going to be hard to narrow down. Nonetheless, we know that it is popular. It is almost guaranteed that you will encounter at least one every time you leave the driveway.
Now, in our own experience lifts can be done tastefully, and then again, they can go beyond anything that was to be expected.
Some examples:
We would like to hear your thoughts on lifting vehicles. Let us know where you draw the line. As the saying goes, and quite literally, the sky is the limit.
Sometimes it can be tough to put your trust in a newer vehicle on the market. However, the Buick Enclave is one car you can feel safe taking a chance on. With the industry’s first front center air bag, voice-activated Buick IntelliLinkinfotainment and premium, soft-touch materials, the 2014 Buick Enclave gives you all this and so much more. Safety: Buick Enclave’s newest addition to its already extensive list of available safety advancements includes available Forward Collision Alert and Lane Departure Warning. Its industry-first front center air bag, available Side Blind Zone Alertwith Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and standard StabiliTrak with Traction Control keep you and your passengers both safe and comfortable. Technology: The Buick Enclave is so much more than just beautiful. Intelligent, Buick-exclusive technology allows you to place and answer calls hands-free with Buick IntelliLink voice-controlled connectivity and Bluetooth and a built-in Color Touch Radio proves that luxury isn’t complete without the latest innovations. Performance: Enclave delivers effortless performance with its standard 6-speed transmission, 288-hp 3.6L V6 engine with Variable Valve Timing. Dual Flow Dampers in the suspension system minimize impact and help reduce noise and vibrations from every road surface. The result? An unparalleled drive that’s controlled, quiet and efficient. Looks: One look at the 2014 Enclave, and you’ll realize it’s a sight to behold. Sculpted lines, a signature Buick black chrome waterfall grille and LED-accented head and tail lamps showcase its modern design. Soft-touch premium materials, heated and cooled leather seating, warm wood tones, brushed chrome accents, and ambient lighting create a contemporary interior. Fuel Efficiency: A bigger crossover doesn’t have to mean a bigger fuel budget. The 2014 Enclave is proof. Using an innovative powertrain system to achieve impressive fuel efficiency, the Enclave gets an EPA-estimated 24 MPG HWY. If this has peaked your interest, consider stopping by Reynolds Buick GMC for a test drive! http://bit.ly/14diGMc
It seems that a certain Reynolds salesperson of long standing is getting quite a bit of recognition these days for his accomplishments, and we couldn't be prouder of him.
It was only back in July that we shared the story of our own Deane Salter and his Guinness World Record for having the longest continous career selling automobiles at a single agency, which was 54 years and 4 months at the time of certification. We did a piece called Deane and the World Record, and hung the handsome plaque on his wall.
Well, it seems the world isn't quite done with the story. This week a young lady named Juliette Funes from the San Gabriel Valley Tribune came to call and interviewed Deane for a nice article in their newpaper:
You can click on the headline to read it and see a really good picture of Deane under the Reynolds sign. It's a very well done article and we're most appreciative.
So one good turn sometimes does inspire another, because no sooner then we all get our copy of the Tribune and are looking it over, than the KABC Channel 7 News Truck pulls up with Rob Hayes and a camera crew, and they'd like to interview Deane and Pete Reynolds. Well, we think the whole thing went super well and Rob did a great interview which you can watch here:
And we can't have newsprint and television having all the fun to themselves, so of course we got a call from the Ashley Bailey, an Assistant Producer with Morning Edition over at KPCC Public Radio in Pasadena, and she wanted to come talk to Deane as well. Well, Deane talks to people for a living so he had no problem with that, and she put together a very nice interview as well as a little slide show of pictures of both Deane and the dealership, and you can click on the headline to listen:
Here's what he told Ashley that we think sums things up nicely:
“I can’t think of a better dealership to work for. It’s like working for your own family,” he said. “We have fun together and we’ve worked together so long, we know each other’s families and everything. There (have) been a lot of changes, but over the years, it’s been great.”
And that's what happens when a local business is operated by the same family for 97 years- we get to know each other, but also everyone else in the community. And we care for each other and look out for our customers and understand how it's all interrelated. There's no corporate office in South Dakota to call- there's a Mr. Reynolds in his office and there has been ever since we opened in 1915.
So if you're in the area some weekend, feel free to drop in and meet the hottest media celebrity in all of West Covina. And while Deane may not be quite as famous as Betty White yet, he can still give you a heck of a deal on a new Buick or GMC.
William Palace presents the award to Don Reynolds and his Team
Some very good news this week as Reynolds Buick GMC received the General Motors Business Central Mark of Excellence Award, which is based on high levels of achievement in Commercial Sales and Customer Satisfaction. Reynolds is one of only 15 dealers to be honored out of over 4,500 GM dealers nationwide, said William Palace, GM's Western Region Commerical Manager who travelled from Thousand Oaks to present the award to dealer Don Reynolds and his team.
"We are extremely proud to win this award" said dealer Don Reynolds who credits his success to the core values- honesty, integrity, and service- of his Grandfather, Irven G. Reynolds who founded Reynolds Buick GMC in Covina back in 1915.
Shown In the picture, (left to right) are John Slavin - Government Sales Manager, Lisa Lidle - Commercial Sales Manager, Don Reynolds, Dealer, William Palace - Western Region Commercial Manager for General Motors, Jim Vanderweerd - Commercial Sales, Memo Lazalde - Commercial Sales, and Yvette Cortez - Commercial Sales.
We've been pretty busy over at the Reynolds Buick GMC Facebook Page, showing cool images and videos and talking about Buicks and GMC Trucks. We've been growing like crazy and having a lot of fun interacting with you folks. To help integrate the blog and our online activites we've decided to start a Photo Of the Week and share the best liked photos from the prior week.
This week, our most popular image was "Skylark In Blue", a portrait against white of a classic, limited production 1953 Skylark. Skylark was the most expensive car in the line up for '53, a virtually hand made convertible chariot with leather seats, chrome plated wire wheels and a hydraulic system for the power top and windows. It had a list price of nearly $5,000, which was a fortune.
Our second most popular photo was "Invicta Texan", a shot of a beautifully restored 1960 Estate Wagon with the ultra-rare (less than 300 made) Texan bucket seat interior option. Texas was the rage in the fifties (all those Western movies) and Buick made a special "Texan" show wagon for the 1959 season. It was so well received that a limited production model was offered in 1960. The car in the photo is one of a handful of survivors and a wonderful reminder of the space age styling of the '59 and '60 Buick wagons.
Feel free to drop by our Reynolds Buick GMC Facebook Page for daily images and fun conversation. See you there!
