Wednesday, December 23, 2009

Service Tip #3 - Magnesium Chloride

With the snow flying, in Colorado, Liquid Magnesium Chloride is being used on the roads to keep intersections and streets from icing up. This, along with sanding the roads helps our driving conditions. According to a 2002 study by the Colorado Department of Transportation, “Over four million gallons have been used per year in Colorado because it has been effective in cleaning the roads and is the most cost effective option.”


WHAT IS MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE?

Magnesium Chloride is the name for the chemical compounds MgCl2 and its various hydrates MgCl2(H2O)x. These salts have many applications; such as medical, topical and culinary use. It is also widely used as an anti-icer by a number of state highway departments, who have decreased the use of rock salt and sand. This popular solution is sprayed on pavement to prevent snow and ice from adhering or bonding to the roadway. It is much less toxic to plant life and is less corrosive to concrete and steel.

WHAT IS THAT COFFEE-LIKE FILM ON MY VEHICLE?

When the sun comes out, after a heavy snow storm, the ice and snow on the roads begin to melt. The dirt and the Magnesium Chloride mix into the slush and water on the roadway. Then, you get the sloppy, back-spray onto your car from others in front of you and road splash from your own tires creating that sticky, coffee like ‘film’ on your car.

WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO WASH MY VEHICLE?

Magnesium Chloride is corrosive to metal parts, plastic, rubber and chrome. It has been know to create a number of problems on vehicles. The highly corrosive compound can eat through wires, huts, bolts and even brake shoes and rotors.


WHAT ABOUT MY CHROME TRIM PIECES?

If you leave the Magnesium Chloride on your vehicle too long it will start eating through your exterior chrome accent pieces. It will develop small spots at first and then they will develop into bigger ones and eventually ruin your chrome pieces.

DOESN'T MY WARRANTY COVER ME?

Parts, including chrome pieces are not covered. This is considered wear and tear and is not a warrantable repair under your new vehicle warranty or extended service plan.

CLEANING:

“Why won’t this stuff come off?”

According to http://www.snowplowing-contractors.com/mag_chloride.html Magnesium Chloride is a, "oderless, not quite clear liquid solution with a viscosity resembling whole milk. Different suppliers blend in various anti-corrosion or temperature lowering additives to achieve the exact end in mind."

The liquid is meant to stick to the roadways to help decrease the freezing temperature, and to keep ice from bonding to the surface of the road making roads less hazardous.This "milky" mixture, when kicked up by other vehicles, sticks to your vehicle and dries, making it difficult to wash off.

Many high end car washes have Magnesium Chloride cleaning sprays that help remove the film off your vehicle. If you don’t have a high end car wash near you, or don’t want to spend the money, at least take your car through an automated washer every couple of weeks or so. It is also important to use a high-pressure washer, hot water and soap to remove the grime from your braking systems and underneath your vehicle. Every few weeks use a soapy rag and hot water to wash off your chrome pieces thoroughly.

LET MARKLEY MOTORS SERVICE DEPARTMENTS HELP!

When you service your vehicle, at one of our two new locations, you receive a free car wash that scrubs the exterior of your car removing road grime. We also have a full-service detail shop that will clean your car, inside and out for $169. We will use a high pressure washer to clean your engine compartment, braking systems and undercarriage of your vehicle. Our detail crew will also wash the exterior, clean your carpets, interior and trim pieces.

Markely Motors Service Department
Click Here to Schedule a Service Appointment
3401 S. College Ave.
Fort Collins, CO 80525
970-226-2213

Markley Motors Pre-Owned & Saturn Service Center
(Formerly Saturn of Fort Collins)
Click Here to Schedule a Service Appointment
3325 S. College Ave.
Fort Collins, CO 80525
970-223-1234

DON’T FORGET TO CLEAN THE MAG OFF YOUR VEHICLE!

Written and posted by Tim Northburg - Sales / Internet Manager

Monday, December 21, 2009

New Vehicle Profile - 2010 Buick Lacrosse

The newest vehicle in the Buick line-up is the 2010 Buick Lacrosse.



This is not your ordinary Buick. This large luxury sedan is stylish, sleek and refined but has a very sporty appearance. The 2010 Buick Lacrosse has been redesigned from the inside and out and portrays the new look of Buick, which has been designed for both North American and Chinese markets.

The 2010 Buick Lacrosse builds on the design elements of the Buick Enclave Crossover Vehicle. However, the only similarities are in its ‘waterfall’ grill.


As the flagship of the Buick brand, one look at it and you will see why it emphasizes General Motor’s commitment to ‘World Class’ standards in automotive manufacturing. The Lacrosse is the first car in the United States to ride on the new Epsilon II global front-wheel drive platform.

The Buick Lacrosse is offered in three models – CX, CXL and CXS.

POWERPLANTS/TRANSMISSION:

The CX and CXL comes standard with a direct-injection 3.0 liter V6 with 255 horsepower. Later in 2010 a direct-injection 2.4 liter 4-cylinder engine generating 182 horsepower will be available on the CL and CXL. The CXS has a 3.6 liter V6 with 280 horsepower. All are mated to a six-speed automatic transmission that increases shift smoothness and better mpg highway than either a four or five speed transmission. All-wheel drive is available on the CXL.

DESIGN:

Every element, inside and outside bring energy and spirit to this new model. The sleek lines, refined interior and bold exterior portholes make this Buick stand apart from the competition.

SAFETY FEATURES:

Available safety features include ABS, traction control, Stabilitrack – antiskid control, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. Blind-spot alert is also offered.

Come test drive one!

Click the link below to get a price quote:

Markley Motors Buick






Written and posted by Tim Northburg - Sales / Internet Manager

Saturday, December 5, 2009

Used Car Giveaway

AND THE WINNER IS . . .

First Markley Motors would like to thank everyone who entered the Free Used Car giveaway at the Grand Opening of our newest showroom.  (Formerly Saturn of Fort Collins)  We had over 150 customers register and gave away 30 prizes including the Used Saturn.


We also sold several vehicles from the great deals we were offering on our wide seleciton of Pre-Owned vehicles from Markley Motors.

SO, DO YOU WANT TO KNOW WHO WON THE CAR?

THE GRAND PRIZE GOES TO:

Macck McIntosh!

OTHER WINNERS:

FREE OIL CHANGE FOR LIFE:
Kristi Stevens

FREE CAR WASH:
Ron Harms

FREE CAR WASH:
Lori Lunn

FREE OIL CHANGE:
 Nova Olsen

FREE CAR WASH:
Sharon Overacker

FREE CAR WASH:
Beth Overacker

CSU BASKETALL TICKETS:
Bob and Diane Bakken

GIFT BAG:
Brenda Bockelman

GIFT BAG:
Bernadette Schell

OTHER WINNERS NOT PRESENT:

$500 IN SERVICE CASH - Adrienne Martinez
COLORADO EAGLES TICKETS - Gordon Walker
CSU BASKETBALL TICKETS - Ingrid Jones
ELMO TICKETS AT BUD CENTER - Lyla Chadwick
CSU BASKETBALL TICKETS - Pam Brekken
COLORADO EAGLES TICKETS - Chevon Eimen
GLOBETROTTERS AT BUD CENTER - Brandi Menghi
FREE OIL CHANGE - Lila Wolfe
FREE OIL CHANGE - Brittney Garcia
FREE CARWASH - Julie Howard
FREE OIL CHANGE - Jim Dye
FREE CARWASH - CJ Grooms
FREE CARWASH - Kathy Murphy
GIFTBAG - Paul Mayhak
GIFTBAG - Gerry Neufeld
GIFTBAG - Janice Combes
GIFTBAG - Carla Peterson
GIFTBAG - Sherm Wiseman
GIFTBAG - Celine Montoya
GIFTBAG - Jurt Kessel

CONGRATULAITONS!

COME VISIT US FOR SALES AND SERVICE

Markely Motors, Inc.
Pre-Owned Used Vehicles
3325 S. College Ave
Fort Collins, CO   820525
970-223-1234

Written and posted by Tim Northburg - Sales / Internet Manager

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

The Markley Stocking Stuffer

What fits in a stocking
wrapped up with a bow?
What doesn't cost very much
and keeps you on the go?
The Answer is simple--A GIFT CERTIFICATE to Markley Motors / Saturn of Fort Collins Service Departments.
THE FACT IS EVERYONE SERVICES THEIR CAR!
A gift certificate is perfect for husbands, wives, friends, neighbors, college students, or anyone who owns a  car. 

They can be used for oil changes, tires, tire rotations, batteries, basic maintenance, minor repairs, major repairs, body shop work, detailing or parts and accessories. 

WHAT A GREAT PRACTICAL GIFT!
Available in all denominations!
$5, $10, $15, $25, or any $$ you want!
EVEN SANTA'S SLEIGH NEEDS SERVICING ONCE IN A WHILE!

LET MARKLEY MOTORS SERVICE YOUR SLED!
Now Two Great Service Locations
Markley Motors
3401 S. College Ave.
Fort Collins, CO 80525
970-226-2213

Markley Motors (Formerly Saturn of Fort Collins)
3325 S. College Ave.
Fort Collins, CO  80525
970-223-1234

ASK THE RECEPTIONIST FOR HELP PURCHASING YOUR GIFT CERTIFICATE!

Written and posted by Tim Northburg - Sales / Internet Manager