October is Fall Car Care Month
Alan Cox Automotive is offering a free copy of the Be Car Care Aware brochure published by the Car Care Council. They will be available beginning October 1st while supplies last. |
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Need Tires?
Michelin, Yokohama, Toyo, Cooper, Bridgestone and more are available.
Call Jonathan for a quote.
770-427-1745
Remember:
4 wheel alignment
$69.95 most vehicles. |
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October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Help us find a cure in our lifetime.
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Redline Performance Group On Line Store
Heading for the track? Need Cobalt Brakes?
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Check out Gail Dunn's website for some great information.
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1326 Cobb Parkway North
Marietta, GA 30062
770-427-1745
Fax 770-427-0786
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Remember: Maintenance cost less than repairs. Maintenance can be scheduled. Repairs and breakdowns never happen at a convenient time.
A well-maintained vehicle is a dependable vehicle.
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Greetings!
Don't you just love fall. I do. The temperatures have dropped and the air smells fresh and clean. Great convertible weather. Fall festivals are everywhere. I hope you enjoyed the last newsletter with all the activities in our area. Have a safe and fun Halloween.
Last month I asked for your input. I have thought about having a massage therapist or manicurist available one day a week at the shop. Thank you for the many responses I received. The winner of the drawing for a Free Mini Service is Laura Hacker. Thank you Laura for your input.
Drive Safely,
Sherry Richardson
P.S. As a thank you for your continued support, I have extended the warranty on vehicle service to 18 months or 18,000 miles instead of the industry standard of 12 months or 12,000 miles. Your repeat business and referrals are greatly appreciated. Thank you.
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10 Things to Check to Winterize your Vehicle
- Coolant Protection Level - water freezes at 32 degrees F. Coolant protection should be -34 degrees F. If you have to add water to your radiator have the coolant protection level checked to make sure it is at -34 degrees F.
- Engine Oil - in Georgia use the same weight oil year round. 5w30 and 10w30 weight oil can be used year round. Change your oil every 3,000 miles for standard oil and every 5,000 miles if you use synthetic oil.
- Windshield wipers and washer fluid - Make sure your wipers clean your window. Nothing worse than not being able to see during a storm.
- Battery and charging system - Cold weather will kill a weak battery quickly. If your vehicle hesitates when starting, have the battery and charging system checked. Nothing worse than a vehicle that won't start on a cold winter morning.
- Is it time for a tune up or major service? Once a year or every 15,000 miles a major service or intermediate major service is recommended.
- Check belts and hoses - Belts can be checked by looking for fine line cracks. Hoses deteriorate from the inside/out. If the hose is swollen or mushy when you squeeze it, replace the hose before it starts to leak.
- Check brakes and tires - Have your brakes checked by a professional so that you know what percentage of brake pad/shoe is left. Check tires for nails; make sure there is plenty of tread with no bald spots or steel belts showing.
- Check exhaust system - With the heater on and the windows shut tight, an exhaust leak can make you sick or be fatal. If the exhaust system rattles or you see rust, have the exhaust system checked to see if it needs to be replaced.
- If your vehicle is four-wheel drive make sure it is working before you need it. Also make sure you are familiar with the procedure to engage four-wheel drive on your vehicle.
- Carry an emergency kit inside your car:
a) A flashlight, flares and a first-aid kit.
b) Jumper cables and a tool kit. Tire chains if needed.
c) A blanket, warm clothes and gloves.
d) Paper towels.
e) A bag of abrasive material, such as sand, salt or non-clumping kitty litter. Use this for added traction when a tire is stuck.
f) An ice scraper. Snow brush and snow shovel if needed.
g) Extra washer fluid.
h) Extra food and water particularly if traveling with children. |
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Beware of Flood Damaged Vehicles
Most flood damaged vehicles are totaled and sent to a salvage yard. That is what should happen. Unfortunately, some flood damaged vehicles are cleaned up and put onto used car lots for unsuspecting buyers who think they are getting a great deal.
Below are seven suggestions to keep you from purchasing a flood damaged vehicle.
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2. Take a Sniff Do you smell a sour, mildew-like odor? Soaked seats, carpeting and other components are difficult to dry in a hurry, so there's plenty of time for mold and mildew to grow.
3. Look for New or Mismatched Interior Components Does the carpeting look brand new--too new for the vehicle? Is it mismatched? Do seat covers seem out of place with the carpeting? Components that don't match-up might have been changed in a hurry after the vehicle was pulled from flood waters.
4. Get a Vehicle History Report from Carfax Enter the vehicle's VIN number to get a history report. Carfax does a great job of researching a vehicle's background, but a clean slate is not a 100% guarantee that the car or truck hasn't suffered water damage.
5. Go for a Test Drive Turn the car on and check every electrical system possible, including the exterior and interior lights, gauges, clock and audio system and the dash lights that display air bag and seat belt information. While on a test drive check electrical components again to make sure they work correctly.
6. Let Your Technician Examine the Vehicle A prepurchase inspection is $90.00. Our experienced technicians can see evidence of flood damage more often than most individuals do, since they know exactly what to look for.
7. Don't Take a Chance If you suspect a car or truck has been involved in a flood, walk away from it... quickly, even if it appears to be a deal. The money you save on its purchase price will fade away fast when you start replacing components that fail. Don't chance it. Find a car or truck you can depend on. | |
Forgotten Soldiers Outreach
 Forgotten Soldiers Outreach, Inc. began in October, 2003 as a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to providing monthly "We Care" packages and letters to our U.S. Troops deployed around the world. Service members receiving our packages know that they are valued, loved and "Not Forgotten".
Alan Cox Automotive is collecting items for our troops. Bring your items and we will make sure they get to our troops. Needed items...Sponsor Package shipping costs $20.00 per package, letters of encouragement, non-perishable food items, snack food, gum, hard candy, cereal, energy bars, beef jerky, pepperoni or similar meats, batteries, sun block, lip protection, travel size toiletries or male and female hygiene products, sunflower seeds, mixed nuts, etc. For more information contact Francine Thompson 770-899-2495 or Forgotten Soldiers Outreach. Visit the website to register a soldier to receive a monthly "We Care" package or to sponsor the program. | |
Thank you for your patronage. You are a valued customer.
Drive safely,
Sherry Richardson
Alan Cox Automotive
P.S. Remember: Refer a new customer and you both receive a Free mini service. Have your friend tell Nick you referred them.
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