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ateixeira · August 2007

Haven't been to that one yet.

Just went to the one downtown last week, did one of the simulators with the kids. It was so-so.

I'd recommend the I Max film instead.

stever · August 2007

I haven't been there yet either, but Mod Bob recommends it highly (he loves just going to airports like Dulles and watching the planes land anyway, so he'd probably pay to park just to do that, lol).

Circuit City has the XM Roady/Roady2 Home Kit for ~$12 plus tax/shipping (may be able to pick it up in-store for free). Usual price is ~$30.

link

ateixeira · August 2007

I'm sure it would be easily worth the $12 parking fee. :shades:

stever · August 2007

"Visit a participating dealership that night and enter in The New Chrysler Sweepstakes for
a chance to win one of 15 new vehicles."

chryslerinfo, "New Chrysler Corporate Website" #5, 8 Aug 2007 1:47 pm

ateixeira · August 2007

Not a good sign, the site is slow and the link to the Premiere site isn't working.

stever · August 2007

Inside Line (that's us!) is giving away a trip to Frankfurt to see the auto show and drive a Saturn Astra around for a few days. You have to write an essay to enter, and then you get to blog about your trip on Inside Line.

US residents, valid driver license, a clean driving record and a valid passport, and you have to be able to drive a stick.

stever · August 2007

Audi Driving Experience Program

Limited US cities and dates. There's a free 2 hour program and an enthusiast's program for $595. That's a half day on the track with some pros.

stever · August 2007

Free Teen Driving Book For Parents from MetLife. Outlines routine driving skills into lessons parents can teach their teen.

MetLife

ateixeira · August 2007

Bummer, nowhere close to DC. NY is the closest for me.

I would have only done the 2 hour deal, though. For $600 I want Bondurant or some indy school, not a school from a manufacturer.

stever · August 2007

50% off All Rubber and Carpet Auto Floor Mats (on sale $3.99-$12.99 per set) at Sears stores Sat. 8/18 from 9 to 12 noon.

Mechanics gloves, 104PC Tool Set and electric blower (air dry your car after washing?) also on sale.

No link - details from a Fatwallet post. May want to call your local store first.

stever · August 2007

More Free Chryslers on the Way - If You're a Trivia Buff

Regis & Kelly will give away 20 Chrysler minivans in 20 days on their TV talk show. (Photo courtesy of Chrysler)

im_brentwood · August 2007

$600 for two hours? HA!

A 3-day school at Summit Point costs that... or less. I think the 2 day schools at Pocono are $350 and it's $450 for a 2 day at Watkins Glen.

Lime Rock is $600 for 2 days...

www.bmwcca.org Join. You don't need to own a BMW, you DO need to own a car that's track-appropriate (No Fleetwood Broughams, SUVs, Pickups, etc. You need to have your car teched before the school.. so fresh pads and brake fluid and a suspension in good shape).

No convertibles either, unless they have roll bars. Loaner helmets exist but you really want your own.

Don't you have a Protege? That's fine for a driver's school.

stever · August 2007

I think it was a 2 hour "intro" for free, and the driving course was a half day. So that's only ~$150 an hour. And they probably spring for lunch.

If they're smart, they'll surprise you with a $500 coupon towards a new Audi at the end of the school.

ateixeira · August 2007

Nope, a Miata and a minivan. No roll bar on the Miata so technically neither of my cars are appropriate for the track.

I could borrow the wife's wagon!

im_brentwood · August 2007

I think NASA or PDA will let Miatas on the track.. you have to sign a waiver tho.

And then there's always AutoXing.

ateixeira · August 2007

With 2 kids I haven't really had the time. It's a hobby that I can't (yet) enjoy with them. So I'm saving it for when they get a bit older and can enjoy it with me.

stever · September 2007

9/22/07 - 9 am to noon - for all makes and models.

Child seat safety inspections
Vehicle inspection (lights and horn kind of stuff)
Participating VW dealers - see the link for any in your area.

Contest prize is a VW Passat 2.0T - 50 US states/DC, 21 yrs. old.

Safety Saturday (contest link is there)

ateixeira · September 2007

Try Again. No Starbucks card for you!

stever · September 2007

Maybe it's something in my cache 'cause I'm floating in caffeine :shades: - try this link instead.

ateixeira · September 2007

The link worked, I meant that the results of my attempt to win a coffee resulted in the "Try Again" response from VW.

stever · September 2007

lol, gotcha - that's what I get for reading posts with just two cuppa's in me.

stever · September 2007

I'm a sucker for driving school contests (hate to see how I'd really do on the track

).

Here's one from Rockport Shoes for a Skip Barber two day pass plus air fare and lodging (and shoes!). Runner up gets a TomTom (and shoes!). 18 years old, 50 US states and DC.

Get Behind the Wheel with Rockport

qbrozen · September 2007

ok, now Steve, this is one of those things that nobody else is interested in ... except me and you. So instead of posting this on the public forums for everyone to read, I'd like you to e-mail me similar sweeps personally from now on. K?

stever · September 2007

Ok, but if I email you the contest, and you win, you gotta send me in your place.

qbrozen · September 2007

uh sure sure. you got a deal!

sound of crossing fingers

stever · September 2007

NBC Premier Week Nissan Rogue Giveaway

ateixeira · September 2007

You gotta watch, right? And call at a certain time?

That's lame. So to win this super-active-family vehicle you have to be a...couch potato!

stever · September 2007

I haven't watched TV for 7 years now, so I didn't bother to drill down and read the rules. I get plenty of tatering sitting in front of my computer all day. :shades:

stever · September 2007

Register, and then you can click around on the Offers link and get free samples of their Wash and Wax product or Glass Wipes or Cleaning Wipes (offers vary), and enter to win a Corvette.

stever · October 2007

"The value of the school is a little like taking karate classes; if you practice these techniques before trouble hits you'll be prepared to defend yourself when the time comes."

Driving: Free Toyota Teen Driving School

stever · October 2007

It's a big if but....Thule Rack Testing

Cars Needed - If you live in the Connecticut area and will allow Thule some time to test a rack on your car, Thule can provide you a free rack system. The free system would be based on our ability to fit your vehicle and may not immediately be available. This is available on a first come, first serve basis - below is a list of vehicles we are currently looking to fit -

2007 Nissan Altima
2007 Chevy Aveo
2007 Hyundai Elantra
2007 Kia Optima
2007 Kia Rondo
2007 Mitsubishi Outlander w/o factory rack
2007 Nissan Versa Sedan 4dr
2007 Ford Edge

See the Thule web site for contact info.

There's no date on the web page but I think this is a current wish list.

stever · November 2007

The real benefit of entering this contest may be the hope that Ford will send you an incentive for buying a Ford vehicle. So if you're in the market, it may be worth signing up for the updates ("We would like to provide you with the appropriate incentive information. How do you plan to obtain your next vehicle?")

Built Ford Tough BCS Sweeps US residents, 18 years, ends 1/21/08.

stever · November 2007

"Due to the recent wildfires, ash and other particles in the air could impact your vehicle's engine air filter. To help, starting November 1, 2007 - November 30, 2007 GM Goodwrench will offer to residents of the eight affected southern California counties an engine air filter replacement free of charge on your GM car or truck.*

The offer is available at participating dealers only and to residents of the following counties: Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, San Bernardino, Santa Barbara, Ventura, Riverside and Imperial."

site with list of participating dealers

GM vehicles only - no fleet or commercial rigs.

stever · November 2007

This member signed up for a Rogue brochure and got a $50 American Express gift card:

natatac, "2008 Nissan Rogue" #351, 8 Nov 2007 10:22 am

Junk mail pays. :shades:

qbrozen · November 2007

well.... got the brochure AND had to go to the dealer and test drive.

stever · November 2007

Good point - dealing with some salespeople at the dealers wouldn't be worth $50 to me.

qbrozen · November 2007

I gotta imagine salespeople hate those offers. Probably increases the rate of tire kickers by a wide margin.

kyfdx · November 2007

Heck... that's what we do for fun.. :surprise:

$50 on top of it? Pure gravy..

stever · November 2007

Some of us found Edmunds looking to save money and figure out tricks like Blast Fax and email buying since we are loathe to visit dealers.

And some of y'all are charter members of Chronic Car Buyers Anonymous LOL.

qbrozen · November 2007

And some of y'all are charter members of Chronic Car Buyers Anonymous

and a good reason why folks like that (including me) shouldn't be given incentive to visit dealer! ;b
That's like paying an alcoholic to drink!

kyfdx · November 2007

That's like paying an alcoholic to drink!

Please post the info on that offer!!

qbrozen · November 2007

stever · November 2007

I just got an email from Pontiac offering "GET $2,500 CASH BACK ON ANY 2007 G6.*"

There's no limitation set forth on who can use the email offer, so I assume it's a widely available incentive. The * just says to buy before 11/19.

ateixeira · November 2007

True, but I'm sure they're rather have tire kicker traffic in the showroom vs. none at all.

The car market is slow because of the credit crunch, and some predict a dismal 2008 for car sales.

isellhondas · November 2007

Most Blast Faxes end up where they belong. In the garbage.

stever · November 2007

That's how I negotiated the price on my last new car. Worked great and I didn't waste a lot of time at the dealer. If the dealer isn't willing to put stuff in writing via fax or email, I'll shop somewhere else, even if it means shopping a different brand.

isellhondas · November 2007

Oh, I'll answer the Blast Faxers. I'll tell them once they get all of their numbers together to call me and let me know what they have.

A sutbbon person won't, but most people will and there aren't many numers I can't beat if I have to.

I would like to find out which website has that stupid form blast fax letter.

ateixeira · November 2007

To me using e-mail makes more sense nowadays.

Just get e-quotes and print them out. Also print out prices for local no-haggle dealers.

No more driving all around town to several different dealers.

Like isell mentioned, once you've done this research, you're bound to get the best deal.

ateixeira · November 2007

Just got a $25 offer to test drive a new Saturn. Not sure how I got on that mailing list, though we did test drive an Outlook last year.

I'll probably go try out a Vue Redline, I've been curious about those anyway.

The last generation had a good powertrain but the worst steering I think I've ever sampled (completely numb electric PS assist) and horrible seats as well. Let's see if they've addressed those 2 issues I had.

alamocity · November 2007

You're probably referring to the one on fightingchance.com.

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