Archive for January, 2007

Toyota: 9.3 Million Mistakes

January 31, 2007Andy2 comments

Straight out of BusinessWeek magazine:Toyota Camry: Can you find the mistakes?

A raft of recalls lately has the automaker scrambling to safeguard its reputation for quality

By IAN ROWLEY

Toyota was built on details. After decades of study and refinement, the company has developed thousands of pages of guidelines that lay out exactly what needs to be done at every step of the auto making process. That attention to the nitty-gritty has helped create an industrial machine that’s unparalleled in building problem-free cars and trucks.
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2009 Chevy Camaro Coupe

January 30, 2007Andy3 comments

2009 Chevy Camaro CoupeIt looks like the production camaro is shaping up to be as exciting as the show car seen at the auto show! Chevrolet should be proud of the effort it is making to bring that beautiful show car into production. Rumors have it that the 400hp LS2 V-8, independent rear suspension, and 21″ Front/22″ Rear aluminum wheels are going to make production. Read more »

FREE Child Seat Check this Saturday - February 10th

January 27, 2007Leo Karl III1 comment

Free Child Safety Seat Clinic at KARL Chevrolet HUMMERKARL Chevrolet HUMMER will host a free Child Safety Seat Clinic on Saturday, February 10th from 12noon to 4:00pm. The Clinic will be staffed by Fairfield County SAFE KIDS, Local Law Enforcement Officers and KARL Certified Technicians.

KARL in the Community

January 26, 2007Leo Karl III0 comments

Fairfield County Kids TruckBack in September, 1927 when Leo Karl, Sr. first opened the doors to KARL Chevrolet, a tradition of a company deeply involved in the communities it serves was born. Ever since, the KARL dealership has taken a leadership role in many civic activities. The dealership has been particularly active in supporting both organizations and activities that involve Family and Youth. Read more »

1400HP Twin Turbo 406 ci.

January 25, 2007Andy1 comment

1400HP Twin Turbo 406 ci.

If that title alone doesn’t do it for you, see the pictures, follow this link, OR CHECK YOUR PULSE!

“Named Hot Rod of the year by Hot Rod Magazine editors, Street Machine of the year by Popular Hot Rodding magazine, Chevy of the Year by Chevy High Performance…” this car is INSANE! Embrace your inner Jay Leno and steer over to this eBay auction.

406 ci. motorIf you are the busy type with no time to follow the auction just e-mail me with your top number and I’ll acquire it for you through KARL Chevrolet HUMMER! I’d gush just to deliver this machine!!

HELP WANTED!! Come join our service team!

January 25, 2007Andy0 comments

Not feeling like you’re tapping your earnings potential? Working in a shop now that runs out of work at 2pm? Want to challenge yourself to continue to learn and advance? Want to work on a top team that strives for ultimate customer satisfaction and steady repeat business? We believe we have the opportunity you are looking for! Read more »

2008 Chevy Malibu

January 25, 2007Andy12 comments

Chevrolet has posted pictures and specs for this new sedan on their website. Follow this link to see the new model: http://www.chevrolet.com/malibu/prelaunch/

2008 Chevy MalibuWhat do you think? Personally I think the design is lightyears better than the current car. I can't wait to drive one and see if it lives up to the hype. Can it compete with the Camry and Accord? I'm going to say YES!

 

2008 Corvette Spy Photos

January 25, 2007Andy1 comment

The "Blue Devil" Corvette.

Rumored to be blessed with a supercharged LS7 7.0 liter (427 cubic inch) motor producing north of 600hp is still a myth but it begs the question' "Does absolute power corrupt absolutely?". I don't know, but I'd love to find out!

I BEG GM to build it!! I'd LOVE to see this beast on the road even if it's fullRear of Corvette Blue Devil capability can only be approached on the Nordschleife Nürburgring or some other fabled test bed.

Anyone care to venture a guess about production time or MSRP? While you're at it tell me, would you drop the cash if you had it?