Cars!

[rugsucker]

Continental Mark II

The late,great Stan Kann had many collector cars over the years.I was fortunate to visit Stan on a trip to see Tom in the pre museum days.There were vacs in the basement and in the garage was--a Continental Mark II!It was just barely in the garage as with the door closed there was about 3/4 of an inch to spare in Stans 1920s garage.They were an amazing and still modern car.It is said that the Mk II hood ornament cost more to make than an entire Ford grill.There have been 2 at our weekly April-October cruise in over the years.I have known of 2 within 30 miles that were purchased new locally.After 1957 Continentals might be best forgotten until 1961 and the first of many great 60s cars.

 

[tolivac]

Uh-Oh-----Just went to the Toyota place for an oil change in my 2012 Highlander.So while I was waiting for my car to be finished,The head salesman approached me and asked if I wanted a new car.At the time said no.He showed me a 2015 Toyota Highland Limited Platinum-"Lets go for a test drive and see what you think of this car-It has more things then a James Bond Car"He was showing me things.And the car drove VERY WELL.I said--"lets think about for awhile"The salesman then says-"We have other folks considering this car-Are You sure?"Then he says--"Let me come up with some numbers and see what you think"First offer-I say"Too much-Can we bring it down some??"The salesman says"I try some more"Then closed door manager talks-manager comes out and starts talking-"Mr Oliver -We can put this car in your driveway for the same cost as your present car-and including the gap insurance-and you get free oil changes and checkups as long as you own this car"OK--guess we can do it"So now I have a 2015 Blizzard Pearl Highland Limited-studying the book to see how all of the Bond features work.Most things on this car are automatic.Was able to pair my phone to the cars audio system by pushing two buttons!One on the car and on the phone.First maiden trip in the car went well going to work.There are threats of light snow or freezing rain-so far haven't seen that.Would like to test my car in that.Uusually Highlanders do well in that sort of stuff.Anyone else here got a new car when coming in for that "oil change??"

 

[kirbyloverdan]

Rex my Mercedes sales consultant

Brings new Mercedes by my house that's how I purchase my cars plus when they need service they come to my home and pick up my Benz's at my house and leave a Mercedes in its place to use during service .

I don't remember the last time I went to the Mercedes dealership as all car purchases and service pick up is done at my home .

Congratulations on your new Highlander it's a really Kool SUV enjoy many miles till your next one

Dan [this post was last edited: 1/27/2015-23:47]

 

[tolivac]

There is a BMW and Mercedes dealers in Kinson,NC.Good they have to your door delivory.Guess they would take your old car as trade and drive it from your place?what about the paperwork?Do they do that at your place,too?My brother is into BMW.Never used either BMW or Mercedes so I can't comment on them.They do appear to be fine cars.I have always liked Toyota.They have been good cars to me and reliable as the old school Maytag washers.A freind of mine suggested Toyota when I had to get a car.For many years when I lived in Wash DC area-didn't own a car-all of the transportation choices there made it easier.But here in Greenville,NC there are no subways,trains,or large bus routes.Cab service here is expensive and unreliable.So need a car in my area.There is a small bus route in downtown that serves only downtown and ECU college.Not useful to me.

 

[kirbyloverdan]

Yes Rex

All paperwork is done at my house it's all done on his iPad via docusign same way I do Real Estate from my iPad all contracts signed on the spot .I had a toyota years ago I loved it they are good cars . I switched to Mercedes Benz in 1995 I had an E300 diesel I loved then it went to an S class to another S class to another E class to Another S class to my SL 550 convertible to a CLK convertible to a GL450 and an ML350 . I am very comfortable in a Mercedes as all controls are where they should be inside the car I can operate the cars blindfolded plus the safety of driving tanks I love Mercedes Benz I drive them because I love German cars and I am lucky that I can .

I owned a BMW 750li which I hated the ride was too hard but it handled flawlessly ESP around corners .
My first car was a 1985 Cadillac Eldorado Birritz that I bought in cash with vacuum sales money I have been selling vacuums since the age of 5 my first sale was $25.00 for a 1060 HOOVER I have always been a hustler when it comes to work and making money I work VERY hard for EVERYTHING.
I owned many cars Range Rover ,Ford ,Jaguar, Acura and Infiniti .
Yes they take your trade back to the dealership . My sales guy drops off registration and license plates when they are ready too . I love that they provide that service it is more comfortable at my house we sit down in my living room it's like having a friend over which he is . That's another reason I prefer Mercedes Benz because of the way they will sell you a car at your home and pick up your car for service and leave a car for you to use . Reliability is too notch just like Toyota and the cost to maintain them is not as high as most people would have you believe .

Dan [this post was last edited: 1/28/2015-08:48]

 

[orecklover]

BMW

through 1999 and 2004 my grandparents owned two bmws. a 2000 535i and a 2002 X3. my step-grandfather was very good friends with the owners of the BMW dealer (now closed). he would walk in and say I want this car for this price and they would give it to him. they also would pay for all the things that needed to be done with the car. BMW's are fantastic cars in my opinion. over the weekend my father and I went to a BMW dealership to look at a 7-Series. they are stunning cars. maybe even better than an S-Class. the seven series was full of amenities that I couldnt imagine such as certains that cover the windows when you hit a button and even a massager that prevents your rear end from falling asleep on long road trips. I think it's in a whole different class than the mercedes s-class. it's a beautiful car and for the price, I would love to have one when I'm an adult.

 

[kirbysthebest]

Dan

Your Benz dealer truly give good service.  There was a time that many dealers would "deliver" a new vehicle.  Unfortunately this type of service is illegal in Kansas.   A licensed dealer must sell and have the customer take delivery of the vehicle at their brick and mortar dealership, otherwise it is considered brokering and Auto brokers are illegal.  Also any vehicle that is sold at such events as car shows or fairs are considered to be "in-home" sales and are subject to the three day right of recention the same as a door to door vac salesman.  


 


Because of this dealers will make a deal at the fair, but the customer must come to their place of business and sign the final paperwork that transfers title.  


 


All of this came about in 1986 when a local Buick/Cadillac dealer, Les Donovan, got himself elected to State Senate for the sole purpose of eliminating Brokers.   He succeeded, a good friend of mine, whom I have purchase my last two cars was the only licensed broker at that time, but she was doing such a good job Mr. Donovan felt threatened and put her out of business for herself.  


 


Luckily she was able to work with the Credit Unions and offer them a buying service where she operated through a dealer out of town,  she did her deliveries at his facility and was legal. . .until Les bought that dealership in 2001.  She moved to another dealer, but finally retired from the car business when she moved to Indiana to care for her parents. 

 

[kirbyloverdan]

Harley

That is another reason I stick with Meecedes Benz because of their white glove home delivery service .
They have a life customer with me ever since my 1995 Mercedes E300D they won me over .

I am very good friends with my sales consultant I buy Benz's from him he buys homes from me .
We joke I tell him if you buy a few more rental properties I can buy a new Mercedes and we help each other out that way .

We do have a 3 day return policy plus Mercedes offers 90 days in my state plus lemon law buy back also .

Dan

 

[tolivac]

Wonder if the Mercedes dealer near Kinston offers the door service.Unfortunately those cars are too expensive for me.Sticking with Toyota-even if I go to the dealer-have to go there anyway for oil changes-Guess this time,Don't change the oil--Change the car.Didn't expect this at first.But those test rides pull you in!That is interesting that some areas don't allow the Door car delivories.Remeber when GM sold their cars DTD.Have some of their "training" films watched by the MST 3000 characters!Also neat how the car paperwork is being done over an IPad.Figure this is the future!With their DTD system Mercedes makes it a little easier to "pull the trigger" for one of their cars.Does BMW do this?Whats weird is Kinston is now not such a nice area to go to-Used to be workers that worked at the Kinston DuPont factory lived there.Now with that DuPont site cutting back,they didn't close.Just cut back their operations.So The less desirable folks aree moving to Kinston.
The Lexus dealers are in Raleigh and Durham.Too bad they don't have the DTD service.

 

[kirbyloverdan]

I am not sure Rex

If the other brands do that as well . You would think they would I know every Mercedes Benz dealership will pick up your car for service and leave you a car to use . They have always done that the car sale part I guess depends on the Dealer and State laws .

I love the customer seevice by my Mercedes Benz dealership that keeps me as a customer and will stick with them plus the cars fit me perfectly just like you enjoy your Toyota there is a car for everyone .
My Dad and Grandfather have bought many cars by going in for service next thing you know a new car would pull up

The iPad has really changed how business is done it makes my job easier and when people are ready to buy you have it in your hand draw up contracts then sign and send it off via email it's amazing .

Dan

 

[tolivac]

The Toyota places here treat me good and glad the Mercedes dealer treats you well.Since both of us would be frequent customers at the car places we use-makes sense they will do all they can to keep you as a customer.Wether it be oil changes and maintenance or new cars.The Toyota places near me still use paper and pens-maybe in time they will go the "digital" route.I have used the Toyota dealers in Greenville and Goldsboro NC.

 

[kirbyloverdan]

Rex , Us Realtors use digital technology

I even went to a new Dentist and they handed me an iPad to fill my information out , digital paperwork is the future .

The receptionist handed it to me and sat next to me and said I'm here to help you use this I said I carry one with me and use it daily I'm good thanks

That's how car dealerships should be treat us right and we will continue to do business with them it has worked for you and I .

Dan

 

[tolivac]

The last time I did paperwork with a realtor-was the actual thing and covered the table.Good is the Ipad-just may make things easier.I have an IPad-mostly for internet lookups.When I bought the new car last Monday-no IPads-the paper.Guess they will change in time.My dentist still uses paper-but has digital XRays.You see your XRayed tooth on the screen after the hygenist has taken the shot.Remember when it took like 15 min before the dentist or you could see the shot of your teeth.

 

[sonnyndad]

1983 Ford F100

I got this 1983 Ford today from a family member. It's in pretty good condition. It just needs a few things. For those of you in the VCCC, you will be seeing this is St. Louis this June.

 

[treetopguy2028]

My two cents worth about cars

This doesn't sound like vacuums to me but every one chimed I some good stuff. I'm falling asleep but gotta say a few words. Currently drive a 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 HD as my work truck with a BrandFX topper. It only drives to tree service jobs so thats about 1,800-2,000 miles per year getting 10 mpg.

Our 2007 Subaru Forester is my second Subie and it is trouble free other than routine maintenance, 21 mpg. I wish I had kept my 1988 Subaru JUSTY that got 31-33 mpg.

In summer 2013 I found and bought a 2005 ToyotaTacoma TRD Access Cab on eBay in Long Island, NY. It is my sixth Toyota and an excellent truck for many needs...trouble free.

I have had three Saabs for 17 years and truly loved their cars. I had a Ford Ranger 4.0 that was excellent. Another ford was an early Taurus bought from Hertz Used Cars and loved that car.

I enjoyed reading all the posts and must say good night y'all!

 

[human]

Another GM guy here

I come from a GM family, literally. My dad was a district sales manager for Oldsmobile from 1959-1991. Except for a couple of VW bugs I owned in high school, I have only had GM cars, most of them Oldsmobiles. The two cars I own now are a 1995 Olds Aurora and a 2011 Chevy Impala LT, fully loaded. The Aurora is my weekend toy and the one I turn wrenches on the most. The Impala is my daily driver and is one of the most reliable vehicles I've ever had. Of course, it's still practically new with just under 20,000 miles on it.

 

[suckolux]

I did some clean up/ detail work. I think it turned out well!

 

[gsheen]

So I decided it was time for a Truck again. In Sa We dont get anything bigger than what you guys un the USA call compact pickups. We did get the F250 for a while but most people who need anything that size Get a proper truck like a Isuzu.Any how I bought the biggest one I could find. Nissan Navara 4Lv6 double cab. You guys call it the Nissan Frontier. These are hugely popular here in Sa, any double cab is. They outsell their suv counter parts by almost double. Most are diesle but I am not a diesle fan so I opted for the 4L v6. Its insainly powerful. I got it with the canopie aswell which makes it very versitile and I can pack lots of vacuums in the back

 

[kirbyloverdan]

Very nice my brother

I am constantly thinking about getting a Ford F-150 King Ranch Just not sure if I'd like it since you know my FAVORITE is Mercedes Benz . I guess I could test drive one to see how Id like it .

Dan

 

[gsheen]

I was torn between the Ford Ranger Wildcat and this but in the end I have always loved the Nissan. I love USA trucks and the nissan looks the most American even though its Japanese by name i am sure it was designed in the USA. We dont get tge F150 here officioally