What If Your Accelerator Pedal Stuck?

The question on everyone's mind lately is, "What would I do if my accelerator stuck?"

The likelyhood of that happening is very slim. However, have you thought out what you would do in the event that did happen?

Panic?
Scream?
Hold on for dear life?

HERE IS WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:

• Keep calm.
• Press fimly on the brake
• Grip the Steering wheel firmly in one hand.
• Shift the gear selector into neutral with the other hand.
• Turn off the ignition.
• Pull over to the side as far as possible, preferrably a safe place.
• Turn on your hazard lights.
• Tow the vehicle to your local dealer or garage.

The main thing here is not to panic.  If you have a game plan, and a level head, you can avoid a pontentially dangerous situation.

Written and posted by Tim Northburg - Sales / Internet Manager

February New Owner's Workshop

New and existing customers,

come and join us for an evening of information,

fun, refreshments and free gifts!

Tuesday February 16, 2010

6:30 pm

Markley Motors Showroom

The Markley Motors New Owner's Workshop has a long standing tradition of providing new owners of Honda, GMC, Buick, Pontiac, Saturn and Pre-Owned vehicles information on various service and ownership topics.

This hour-and-a-half clinic covers these topics and more:

• Types of oil to use in your vehicle.
• What grade of gas to use.
• Types of wax to keep your paint in great condition.
• Vehicle safety tips.
• Scheduling your serice appontments.
• Parts availabilty.
• Adding Accesories to your vehicle.
• Body Shop Assistance.

REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED!

RSVP NOW!
To hold your spot please contact our receptionist.

Markley Motors
3401 South College Ave.
Fort Collins, CO 80525
970.226.2213

http://www.markleymotors.com/

Written and posted by Tim Northburg - Sales / Internet Manager

Thompson School District - Family Sponsorship

Each year, Markley Motors is committed to sponsoring worthwhile causes and participating in various community events, in Fort Collins and throughout Northern Colorado. We connected with one such sponsorship, in December. Markley Motors sponsored a family in need, through the Thompson School District. It was great to get this letter back from the facilitator of the sponsorship, and to hear that they had a great Christmas season.

Dear Markley Motors Staff:

I wanted to take a moment to offer my heart-felt thanks for supporting one of our families in need.

The sponsorship of this family for the holiday season was a significant blessing to them. They were genuinely overwhelmed by your generosity, as they were able to provide Christmas to their children at a level they did not expect. Thank You.

I look forward to your future partnerships.

Sincerely,

Georgianna Dawson

Even though Christmas is over, there is much need out there. Look around and see what you can do for someone. Even if it is donating a little bit of your time, every little bit can make a difference.

THIS YEAR, COMMIT YOURSELF TO HELPING SOMEONE IN NEED.

Written and posted by Tim Northburg - Sales / Internet Manager

2011 Honda CR-Z Revealed

COMING SOON!

The 2011 Honda CR-Z Sport Hybrid was recently revealed at the North American Auto Show in Detroit.

Check out this all-new sprty hybrid re-design of the popular Honda CR-X. This car is an attention getter and will be coming out soon!



Written and posted by Tim Northburg - Sales / Internet Manager

Jen Loves to Run as Much as Her Saturn!

JENNIFER O'NEIL SAJBEL

A SIGNIFICANT MILESTONE!

Jen has driven her 1996 Saturn as much as many of us drive two, three, or even four vehicles.  It has taken her near and far, and has hit a significant milestone recently--It just turned over 200,000 miles.  She is so proud of the vehicle that has run so well and needed little maintenance over the years.

My 1996 Saturn and I reached a significant milestone today....and all of those miles together. I went home and got my camera just in time, I've been waiting for this!
--Jen

WAY TO GO JEN!

Tell us some GOOD stories about:

• Your first vehicle.
• A vehicle that has run for a long time.
• A fun trip you took in your vehicle.
• Something FUNNY about your vehicle.
• A vehicle that has seen you through tough times.
• A vehicle that is special in some way.
• An embarassing moment in your vehicle.
• A surprising moment in your vehicle.

Written and posted by T.A. Northburg - Sales / Internet Manager

The Body Shop Process

"When will my car be ready?"

That is a common question we hear every day, sometimes multiple times per day. We know it is important to get your vehicle back to you, in it's right condition, as speedy and efficiently as possible. Whether you are using us for a minor bump, scrape, or major body repair work, the process is generally the same. The only difference between a small scrape and major repair work, is the involvement of the Insurance Company. The time needed varies from job to job and is sometimes held up by the Insurance Co.

THE MAJOR COLLISION REPAIR PROCESS EXPLAINED:

• Estimate Prepared
• Estimated Completion Date Given
• Owner Signs Repair Authorization
• Insurance Negotiations Completed
• Parts Ordered
• Parts Received Vehicle Scheduled In For Repairs
• Vehicle Disassembled and Re-Inspected
• Supplement Report Written (If Necessary)
• Supplement Approved
• Additional Parts Ordered (If Necessary)
• Scheduled Completion Date Given
• Structural and Body Repairs Begun
• Vehicle Set Up On Unibody Repair Equipment
• New Panels Prepared and Installed
• Priming, Sealing and Corrosion Protection Done
• All Work Inspected, Initial Tests Done, Ready for Paint Department
• Ready For Paint Confirmed
• Pressure Washed and Chemically Cleaned
• Vehicle Prepped, Primed, Sanded and Sealed
• Taped, Bagged, Masked, Blown Off and Placed in Down Draft Spray Booth
• Vehicle Undergoes Multi-Step Refinishing Process Using Sikkens Waterborne Paint
• Reassembly, Wheel Alignment, Detailing, Final Inspection and Test Drive
• Repairs Complete, Owner Notified With Confirmation For Delivery

Our Body Shop and Collision Center takes walk-ins and accepts cash, check, or charge, and will work with your insurance company if you wish to run it through them.

Markley Motors Collision Center
3401 S. College Ave
Fort Collins, CO 80525
970-226-2213

CALL US NOW FOR AN APPOINTMENT!

Written and posted by Tim Northburg - Sales / Internet Manager

Where Do You Body Shop?

Have you ever . . .
. . . been driving along, minding your own business when out of nowhere someone slams into you?
. . . backed out of the garage and scraped your vehicle along the edge of your garage?
. . . been in a tight parking spot and accidentally back up into a pole, boulder or tree?
. . . been caught in a hail storm?
. . . tried to stop in an emergency only to bump into the car in front of you?
. . . had the kid's bike fall and dent/scratch your vehicle?
. . . have a deer or elk jump out in front of you?

ACCIDENTS HAPPEN!

MARKLEY MOTORS BODY SHOP AND COLLISION CENTER

There are numerous ways that body damage can happen to your vehicle. Not all of them are our fault. They can happen at any time--even to the best drivers. For minor scrapes and dings to major cosmetic repair, let Markley Motors state-of-the-art Body Shop and Collision Center help you.

Markley's state-of-the-art collision repair center is located to the west of the Honda Sales Department. If you get lost call us: 970-226-2213 and ask for the Body Shop or Collision Center.

WE WORK WITH YOUR INSURANCE

In an effort to better serve our customers, we work with all major insurance companies, and are able to repair every make and model vehicle. Our estimators are on hand during business hours to assist you with all your repair questions and needs. Markley Motors offers FREE Estimates on all makes & models.

DIRECT REPAIR

We also work with many insurance company estimators through a program called Direct repair. This program allows the estimating and claims work to be completed prior to making an appointment with Markley's Body Shop.

Direct Repair Insurance Companies:

• State Farm
• Farmers
• Progressive
• Safeco
• GMAC

ONLY THE BEST
Every collision repair technician at Markley Motors is I-Car Gold (Inter Industry Conference on Automobile Collision Repair) and ASE Master(Automotive Service Excellence) certified, so you can be confident that your vehicle is receiving the best possible collision repair available.

MEET OUR STAFF

Geoff Kahler

Collision Center Manager

Frankie Sowder

Estimator

J.R. Cirrillo

Production Manager

Lonnie Castillion

Production Estimator

Dave Lawrence

Collision Center Parts

Markley Motors Collision Repair Center also includes:

• Unibody/Frame equipment
• 7Year Paint Warranty
• Spray Bake Paint Booth
• Computerized Measuring System
• Sikkens Waterborne Paint
• Direct Contact With Insurance Company
• Free Shuttle Service

Next time you need repair done on you vehicle, come and experience the difference with Markley Motors.

YOUR CAR IS A MAJOR INVESTMENT, HAVE IT REPAIRED PROPERLY!

Written and posted by Tim Northburg - Sales / Internet Manager

Saturn Authorized Repair Facility

FORMERLY SATURN OF FORT COLLINS:

Markley Motors is still your authorized Saturn Repair Facility!

Gene and Doug Markley opened the Saturn franchise in December of 1990. Over nineteen years Saturn of Fort Collins has provided superior sales and service for thousands of Saturn owners in Northern Colorado, Wyoming and Western Nebraska.

GENERAL MOTORS ENDS THE SATURN BRAND

With the decision from General Motors to end the Saturn brand, Markley Motors has decided to move in a different directions with the Saturn building. At the end of December, 2009 the signs at Saturn of Fort Collins came down and the Saturn franchise officially wound down on January 4th, 2010. As of that date, Saturn of Fort Collins switched over to Markley Motors Certified Used Vehicles. With a fresh new look, Markley Motors has a second lot and repair facility for its current customers and Saturn owners.

SAME OWNER - SAME PEOPLE - SAME LOCATION - DIFFERENT LOOK

Saturn Authorized Repair Facility: GREAT NEWS FOR SATURN OWNERS! General Motors has granted Markley Motors GMC/Buick to be the Saturn Authorized Repair Facility for Northern Colorado and Wyoming. That means NOTHING CHANGES FOR YOU! you can come to the same location, and get award winning service and parts from the same people who have taken care of you for over nineteen years. (We just have different signs on the building.)

WE STILL SERVICE ALL MAKES AND MODELS!

Markley Motors Saturn Authorized Repair Facility works on all makes and models of cars, trucks, van's, and SUV's. Bring all of the vehicles in your household to us and we will take care of you in a timely fashion, with "Quick Lube" service, free car washes for our service customers, and punch-cards for every fourth oil change free, we provide the best service experience around!

SHCEDULE APPOINTMENTS ONLINE

If you are searching for us online, you can still type in saturnftcollins.com in your browser and it will direct you to Markley Motors GMC website. Or you can visit http://www.markleygmc.com/ to schedule an appointment online. Your appointment will be directed to the appropriate personnel to take care of your needs.

A SEAMLESS TRANSITION

We are trying our best to make this as seamless a transition as possible, for you, our customers. We appreciate all of your support and hope to continue to service you, your vehicle and your household for years to come.

Markley Motors Certified Used Vehicles
Saturn Authorized Repair Facility
3325 South College Ave.
Fort Collins, CO 80525
970-223-1234
http://www.markleygmc.com/

Written and posted by Tim Northburg - Sales / Internet Manager