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Frank Myers Auto Is Flippin’ Cars Instead Of Burgers

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This Is The ONLY Summer Barbeque That Saves You Money Going On Now At Frank Myers Auto Maxx!

It’s a fact that backyard barbecues are popping up everywhere around Winston Salem this summer, even in one place that’s sure to surprise. A most unlikely spot, the car lot. Car dealer Tracy Myers is donning an apron and getting ready to do some grilling of his own.

But be warned: it’s not meat he’s grilling up! Instead of corn on the cob, they’ll be roasting your old ride and offering up car on the cob at Frank Myers Auto Maxx this weekend during the Backyard Car-B-Q.

TOO HOT FOR THE AUCTIONS!

Myers explained, “It’s hotter than Hades right now. I’m just plain exhausted. The last thing I want to do is spend my days scrambling for cars at the auction.  Problem is, July is my busy time of year and I need cars now more than ever.”

“That’s why I’m inviting everyone down to my summer Backyard Car-B-Q. I know people can’t resist a summer soirée so when they trade in any car over 2 years old, I’ll give them up to $4,704.00 off any vehicle in stock so they can stop driving a car they hate and upgrade to a nicer, newer car. I’ll bypass the auction and they’ll get to go home in their nicer, newer ride and have some summer fun in the process.”

Everybody knows that car dealers rely on sales during the summer months to keep their business in the black from year to year. 75% of their annual profit comes from sales during these peak summer months. With the increase in sales comes the need to restock inventory. It’s very important for car dealers to take in as many trades as they can to keep up with demand especially when fuel prices and inventory levels are as unpredictable as they are right now.

So right now is the best time to upgrade your car and life; trade in any vehicle over 2 years old and get up to $4,704.00 off a nicer, newer car so that you can stop driving a car you hate at the Backyard Car-B-Q where Myers is flippin’ cars instead of burgers!

BURN UP THE BAD CREDIT BLUES

Worried about a few BURNS on your credit report? Chill out at the Backyard Car-B-Q where the ultimate pit master, Myers, will grill the banks to get you approved. He won’t take no for an answer! It’s the GREAT CAR-B-Q CHALLENGE OF 2012—Braggin’ Rights’ go to the craftiest cook—to the one who melts your credit challenges away, and helps you get approved for a nicer, newer car.

As Myers made very clear, “I don’t want anyone to stay away from my Backyard Car-B-Q because of bad credit. I don’t care a hoot about what that report says. I work hard to help as many people as I can get approved, especially those who really need my help. I really do want everyone to leave the party in a nicer, newer car. I believe no one should have to drive a car they hate.”

With the volume of business Myers brings to the table with his “Everybody Rides Program,” the banks go out of their way to treat his customers right. They work together to find solutions.

“My automotive finance experts keep fighting for you long past the point many others quit! So come down to grill and chill at my barbecue hotspot. We’ll work hard to send you home in a nicer, newer car today!” exclaimed Myers. 

WHEN THE HEAT LETS UP SO WILL THIS OPPORTUNITY

Be sure to get down to Frank Myers Auto Maxx where you can trade in any car over 2 years old and get up to $4,704.00 off any Certified vehicle in stock so you can stop driving a car you hate. Upgrade to a nicer, newer car at the Backyard Car-B-Q. The grill is heatin’ up! Myers is ready to smoke that old ride you can’t wait to get rid of! It’s time to drive a car you love and say goodbye to that clunker you hate!

Shop today for the best solutions.

You can also start the quick and easier credit approval process by going to https://www.FrankMyersAuto.com. Or call 336-767-4069 and set a VIP appointment right now.

Head over to Frank Myers Auto Maxx at 4200 North Patterson Avenue in Winston Salem, NC this week to take part in the BACKYARD CAR-B-Q. 

Hurry in, The Backyard Car-B-Q ends midnight on July 31st or after we’ve grilled 143 cars.

Safest Teen Cars Listed; Winston Salem Used Car Dealer Wants Teens Kept Safe

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Edmunds.com just released a list of the best cars for teen drivers. Warren Clarke, Automotive Content Editor, wrote that these picks lead the pack in safety, reliability and true cost to own.

Safe-Vehicle Equals Safer Driving Experience

The article said that driving behavior is the most crucial factor affecting your teen driver’s safety behind the wheel. Still, it’s obvious that a safe vehicle creates a safer driving experience. Independent crash testing is conducted by   the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). These tests gauge the ability of a vehicle to withstand various types of collisions. Ratings are then assigned to these vehicles to reflect their crashworthiness. Anne McCartt, senior vice president for research at IIHS, said “Research the best crash test ratings from IIHS and NHTSA.”

When looking at IIHS ratings, it is recommended to choose models with a “Good” rating because it is the top score offered. IIHS’s annual “Top Safety Picks” list reflects its most recommended choices, and to qualify, models must receive a “Good” rating in all crash tests. Parents should select vehicles with five-star, or mostly five-star, crash test scores when basing vehicles according the NHTSA ratings.

A Good Mix Is Best

The overall safety of your teen’s vehicle is directly related to its size. It is recommended that parents avoid the smallest cars. Larger vehicles provided much more collision protection that subcompact cars with the best crash test scores. However, the largest vehicles you should also be avoided. These can be difficult to maneuver and intimidating for new drivers.

The mix of crash protection and maneuverability seems to be best in vehicles. “These findings seem to support what our customers have always perceived,” said Tracy Myers, owner of Frank Myers Auto Maxx, a used car dealership in Winston Salem. “We were happy that the facts finally support their theory. It helps us sleep better at night knowing that the vehicles that they have always wanted to own are also safe.”

Opinion is divided when it comes to SUV’s. Newer models equipped with stability controls has caused the IIHS to revise its policy about recommending SUVs for teen drivers. The current crop of crossover SUVs are less susceptible to rollovers because they have a lower center of gravity than their truck-based predecessors.

On the other hand, AAA and Tracy Myers of Frank Myers Auto Maxx recommend that parents avoid SUVs when shopping for teen drivers. Their belief is that the vehicles are “more prone to roll over in extreme driving conditions.” Still, both companies concede that nicer, newer models are safer than older ones, because they offer stability control..

Does A V6 Have Too Much Power?

The general consensus is that V6 engines have more power than a teen driver needs or should have. A better choice would be an inline-4.

Is Safety In Your Budget?

Features such as electronic stability control (ESC), airbags and antilock braking systems (ABS) are essential for teen drivers.

“If it’s in a parent’s budget, I always recommend investing in a car with front and side airbags, and electronic stability control,” says Myers.

These features serve important functions. “Stability control and ABS can help teens keep their cars on the road if they make mistakes,” says AAA auto repair manager Michael Calkins. In the event of a collision, airbags protect your teen driver and other passengers.

Is It “Spying” If It’s Related To Safety?

Myers also recommends looking into “safe teen driving technology” such as Ford’s MyKey and Hyundai’s BlueLink. They both offer features that allow parents to monitor teen drivers.

Ford Motor Company’s innovative MyKey technology is designed to help parents encourage their teenagers to drive safer and more fuel efficiently, and increase safety-belt use.

Hyundai’s BlueLink can be used to help parents track the location of their teen’s vehicle, and enables them to set speed alerts that notify them if the car is driven over a certain speed. BlueLink can also be used to uphold curfews. It can be programmed to send parents text or phone message alerts if a teen’s vehicle is used outside of a predetermined time interval. This technology is available on Hyundai’s teen-friendly 2012 Sonata and 2012 Sonata Hybrid. BlueLink starts for an annual fee of $79.

Myers mentioned that while not equipped with the BlueLink, the 2010-2011 Hyundai Sonata is a great used car and is one of the more popular vehicles for teens at Frank Myers Auto Maxx.

What You Calling Old?

It’s often been said that parents generally like to buy newer vehicles since they are considered more safe. However, a vehicle’s age is less important than the safety features it offers.

Age has less of an impact on reliability than you might think. “Vehicles were made better 5-years ago than they were even 20-years ago,” says Eric Roth, Director of Customer Care at Frank Myers Auto Maxx. “So older vehicles are lasting longer, offer some stellar safety features and great value for parents searching for their teen a vehicle.

Ten Best Cars for Teens

Midsize sedans earn the highest recommendation for parents seeking the safest transportation for their teen drivers.

The 2009-’13 models listed below all offer top crash test scores and low TCO. And all used models appear on CarMD’s Vehicle Health Index, which means they rank among the top 10 percent of all vehicles on the road when it comes to dependability.

2009 Honda Accord

2009 Toyota Camry

2010 Chevrolet Malibu

2010 Volkswagen Jetta

2011 Hyundai Sonata

2012 Honda Accord

2012 Hyundai Sonata

2012 Toyota Camry

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

2013 Chevrolet Malibu

Shopping For These Safe Cars In Winston Salem, NC

When shopping for one of these “Teen Safe Vehicles” in Winston Salem, Greensboro, High Point, Kernersville or any other Triad, NC community, any of the following dealerships (and many others) should be glad to assist you:

Modern Toyota
3178 Peters Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem
(336) 785-3100

Parkway Ford
2104 Peters Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem
(336) 724-5921

Frank Myers Auto Maxx
4200 North Patterson Avenue
Winston-Salem
(336) 767-3432

Flow Honda
2600 Peters Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem
(800) 467-5006

Parks Chevrolet
615 North Carolina 66
Kernersville
(866) 982-2029

Kernersville Chrysler Dodge Jeep
950 North Carolina 66
Kernersville
(336) 996-4111

*Information from this blog post from Edmunds.com. No copyright infringement intended. 

 

Chevrolet Cruze Recalled In Winston Salem; Frank Myers Auto Offers Facilitation

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General Motors has been forced to recall the Chevy Cruze due to engine fires. The Chevy Cruze is a popular model that has helped the American car company win back small-car buyers.

475,000 vehicles are covered in the recall, all made in the U.S. from September of 2010 through May of 2012. The sedan’s reliability has been questioned because of its five recalls since it was introduced nearly two years ago.

The fires can break out when fluids drip onto a hot plastic shield below the engine. The problem occurs mainly when oil is spilled and not properly cleaned up during changes, General Motors said Friday.

Eric Roth, Director of Customer Care at Frank Myers Auto Care and Repair Center in Winston-Salem, said “Frank Myers Auto Maxx is, as usual, ready to handle this unfortunate situation. We are offering to facilitate the recall at no charge to anyone who owns a Chevy Cruze.”

To see if your car is included in the recall, call the service department at Frank Myers Auto Maxx in Winston-Salem, NC as soon as possible. The number is (336) 831-0656 or you can visit the dealership website at https://www.frankmyerstires.com

Frank Myers Auto Maxx, a used car dealer in Winston-Salem, is prepared to facilitate any and all recalls of most car makes and models. This includes but is not limited to: Ford, Chevy, Toyota, Nissan, Honda, Dodge, Kia, Hyundai and Chrysler.

Other Triad Area Chevy Dealers

While Frank Myers Auto Maxx is offering to facilitate the Cruze recall, the following Triad area Chevrolet dealerships should be authorized to handle the recall. Please call them for details or more information.

Modern Chevrolet
5955 University Parkway
Winston Salem, NC 27105
800-779-2433

Flow Chevrolet
1400 South Stratford Road
Winston Salem, NC 27103
336-760-7000

Parks Chevrolet
611 Edgewood Street
Kernersville, NC 27284
336-310-0258

Vann York Chevrolet
321 Eastchester Drive
High Point, NC 27262

Bill Black Chevrolet
601 East Bessemer Ave
Greensboro, NC 27405
877-328-9309

Why Is Frank Myers Auto Maxx Helping Triad Chevy Cruze Owners For Free?

Because they’re not like other car dealers. They believe that helping folks in the community today will help them become Frank Myers Auto Maxx customers for life tomorrow.

Uncle Frank Sez: “Please know that neither Frank Myers Auto Maxx or the Frank Myers Auto Care and Repair Center are a part of General Motors, Chevrolet, or any of the dealerships mentioned above. We are simply trying to help.”

“Perfect!” Says Frank Myers Auto Customer

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“We have both worked for dealerships. By far, this is the best experience ever! Bill is the best, hands down. The facility is perfect, friendly and fun! We will be back.” – Shannan from Winston Salem, NC when asked about the purchase of her used Nissan Altima from Frank Myers Auto Maxx in Winston Salem, NC. 

To read more reviews from Frank Myers Auto Maxx customers, or to leave your own, please visit https://www.FrankMyersAutoReviews.com

Community Appreciation Picnic Scheduled At Frank Myers Auto Maxx in Winston Salem

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Frank Myers Auto Maxx is excited to announce that they have scheduled their annual Community Appreciation Picnic on Saturday, June 16, 2012 from 11am to 3pm. The event will be held behind the dealership in the customer parking area and feature acres of free food cooked on the port-a-pit grill, bounce houses and rides for the kiddos,  Blue Ridge Ice Cream, several race cars, the cash cage and much more. Making appearances will be Lanky Lou, Uncle Frank and Bolt. Also making an appearance will be professional wrestler #1 George South, who will be signing autographs. Admission is free, regardless of whether a persons car was bought from Frank Myers Auto Maxx or not, and the public is invited to participate in the festivities.

Saying Thanks To Winston Salem

Tracy Myers, owner of Frank Myers Auto Maxx, said, “Our customer appreciation picnic is my families way of saying thank you to great folks in this community for always supporting the dealership. It’s always a lot of fun and I’m not sure who enjoys it more…my Team Members or our customers.” Myers continued, “I’ll be here that entire day and it’s my sincere wish that I get to shake everyone’s hand and say hello. So please drop by, have some great food and introduce yourself. The pleasure will be all mine.”

Getting To Frank Myers Auto Maxx

Frank Myers Auto Maxx is located at 4200 North Patterson Avenue in Winston Salem, off of Highway 52 at Exit #114. For more information, please call 336-767-3432.