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Three Classic Cars from the 2014 Barrett-Jackson Auction

2014-01-23T13:30:00.000-08:00

Barrett-Jackson offers a unique opportunity to see both classic and modern performance automobiles. From collector garage beauties to the high speed race cars of tomorrow, this auction has it all. We wanted to share three vehicles that we thought were cool with all of you. Consider making the trip to Scottsdale next year, if for nothing else but to walk amongst some amazing automobiles.

Three Great Additions to Your Holiday Playlist

2013-12-16T09:59:00.003-08:00

Maintenance Mondays: What to Check and When

2013-11-04T08:44:00.000-08:00

Keeping your vehicle in top condition depends on a regular service schedule, and it is easy to keep track of where everything is at by keeping a log. For many drivers, keeping a small notebook in the glove box helps them keep track of past services, and plan for services that need to be done.

We hope that the following info-graphic is helpful in getting you on the path to a healthy maintenance schedule. Whenever you need some work done, feel free to stop by, and we will be happy to help.

Make sure to visit our website to search for current service specials, and take advantage of the savings: Reynolds Buick GMC

Mod Monday! 5 Vehicles That Will Make Your Head Spin!

2013-10-28T13:29:00.001-07:00

To get the week started off on the right foot, we thought we would inject some custom car/truck magic into the mix. Check out these 5 modded Buick and GMC models and let us know which one is your favorite.

Finding the right vehicle for your needs is easier than ever on our website: Reynolds Buick GMC

5 Great Additions for Your Vehicle

2013-10-18T12:35:00.002-07:00

It is important to feel good about the car you drive. There are expensive and inexpensive way to achieve this, and which method, depends on what you are looking to get out of your vehicle. Whether it be for flair, functionality, or fun, accessories can spruce up an old ride.

We thought it would be helpful to provide our list of top 5 accessories to get the ball rolling on your vehicle modification.

Hitch-Mounted or Roof Bicycle Rack: These are great for fitness enthusiasts and mountain bikers who want to reach trails on mountains further away. They are relatively inexpensive, and easy to install. Definitely worth the money if cycling is your sport of choice.
Upgraded Wheels: New wheels are an easy and effective way to improve the overall look of your vehicle. Although, not the cheapest option, the money will be well spent and will make the difference in your car's appearance.
Remote Start: This is a fun way to upgrade the tech in your vehicle, and is a classy option for those looking to add that extra something to their vehicle. Pricing varies per unit, but many manufacturers offer a remote start option and the parts/service department can certainly point you in the right direction if this is your cup of tea.
New Grille: It's not for the family BBQ this weekend, but a new grille for your vehicle is another easy upgrade that has a definite impact on the overall look of your ride. There are many designs and colors to choose from, so go crazy and find the right combo to fit your personality on the road.
Custom Exhaust Tips: This is one of the most popular upgrades, enhancing performance and style in one easily installed part. With different sizes and shapes you can create the performance look you are going for with your vehicle.

To search for the perfect accessory to fit your ride, visit our parts website to browse vehicle specific parts: GM Accessories

Flashback Friday: 1988 GMC Sierra Commercial

2013-10-11T10:40:00.000-07:00

Happy Friday to everyone out there on the Net! Enjoy this classic GMC truck commercial, and stay safe this weekend!

If you need a service for your GMC truck, visit our website for service specials and to schedule an appointment: Reynolds Buick GMC

Buckle Up for Flashback Friday

2013-09-27T13:51:00.002-07:00

The "Click it or Ticket" seat belt initiatives across the nation seem to be a new phenomena with how frequently the slogan is on television or on road signs along the highways. This however is not new, and we found a 1979 PSA ad for seat belt safety that we thought you would enjoy for Flashback Friday.

What other vehicle safety slogans can you remember off the top of your head?

Stop by the dealership and visit our website to find out how Buick and GMC vehicles keep drivers safe on the roads. Safety is of the utmost importance when driving and we wish you safe travels each and every time you start the car!

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Trivia Thursday!

2013-09-05T13:43:00.001-07:00

For this week's blog post we thought we would have some fun and pose some trivia questions to our followers. You can post your answers either in the comments of this page or on our Facebook (mention the blog) in order to see how you fared. Questions will consist of multiple choice and single answer.

1. How many vehicles has Buick produced able to carry 8 passengers safely?

a) 3 b) 2 c) 6 d) 8

2. What was the name of the first Buick vehicle to reach the 100mph mark?

3. What is the top speed (mph) ever achieved by a mass-produced Buick vehicle?

a) 157 b) 180 c) 137 d) 162

4. In what year did the 1 millionth Buick vehicle roll off the line?

a) 1923 b) 1925 c) 1937 d) 1931

5. How many Indy 500 pace cars have been Buick?

a) 3 b) 9 c) 1 d) 6

Good luck and have a happy Thursday!

Lifted Cars and Trucks: What are your thoughts?

2013-08-29T14:07:00.000-07:00

The exact moment in time that lifting cars and trucks became popular is going to be hard to narrow down. Nonetheless, we know that it is popular. It is almost guaranteed that you will encounter at least one every time you leave the driveway.

Now, in our own experience lifts can be done tastefully, and then again, they can go beyond anything that was to be expected.

Some examples:

We would like to hear your thoughts on lifting vehicles. Let us know where you draw the line. As the saying goes, and quite literally, the sky is the limit.

Reynolds Buick GMC Tips: How to Clean Your Engine

2013-08-21T16:12:00.000-07:00

Regular engine cleaning will increase the longevity of your motor by preventing corrosion and interference around exposed components. However, there's no reason to be intimidated about the idea of cleaning your vehicle's engine yourself.

Consider these 8 basic techniques featured in the video below:

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Should you need more in depth servicing of your vehicle's engine, feel free to reach out to Reynolds Buick GMC's knowledgeable Service Department!

Why the 2014 Buick Enclave Deserves a Second Look

2013-08-14T14:45:00.001-07:00

Sometimes it can be tough to put your trust in a newer vehicle on the market. However, the Buick Enclave is one car you can feel safe taking a chance on. With the industry’s first front center air bag, voice-activated Buick IntelliLink infotainment and premium, soft-touch materials, the 2014 Buick Enclave gives you all this and so much more.

Safety:
Buick Enclave’s newest addition to its already extensive list of available safety advancements includes available Forward Collision Alert and Lane Departure Warning. Its industry-first front center air bag, available Side Blind Zone Alert with Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and standard StabiliTrak with Traction Control keep you and your passengers both safe and comfortable.

Technology:
The Buick Enclave is so much more than just beautiful. Intelligent, Buick-exclusive technology allows you to place and answer calls hands-free with Buick IntelliLink voice-controlled connectivity and Bluetooth and a built-in Color Touch Radio proves that luxury isn’t complete without the latest innovations.

Performance:
Enclave delivers effortless performance with its standard 6-speed transmission, 288-hp 3.6L V6 engine with Variable Valve Timing. Dual Flow Dampers in the suspension system minimize impact and help reduce noise and vibrations from every road surface. The result? An unparalleled drive that’s controlled, quiet and efficient.

Looks:
One look at the 2014 Enclave, and you’ll realize it’s a sight to behold. Sculpted lines, a signature Buick black chrome waterfall grille and LED-accented head and tail lamps showcase its modern design. Soft-touch premium materials, heated and cooled leather seating, warm wood tones, brushed chrome accents, and ambient lighting create a contemporary interior.

Fuel Efficiency:
A bigger crossover doesn’t have to mean a bigger fuel budget. The 2014 Enclave is proof. Using an innovative powertrain system to achieve impressive fuel efficiency, the Enclave gets an EPA-estimated 24 MPG HWY.

If this has peaked your interest, consider stopping by Reynolds Buick GMC for a test drive! http://bit.ly/14diGMc

Reynolds Buick GMC Customer Reviews

2013-08-02T16:02:00.000-07:00

At Reynolds Buick - GMC, we strive for every sales and service customer to receive a VIP experience. Customer satisfaction is our number one goal. Read these Buick, GMC reviews to see what our customers are saying about us.

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Are you in the market for a Buick or GMC vehicle and looking for that true "VIP experience" as a customer? Look no further than Reynolds Buick GMC! Book an appointment today with one of our knowledgeable sales staff member to get you in the car of your dreams!

ENTER TO WIN: $100 Gas Giftcard

2013-07-26T17:47:00.000-07:00

Reynolds Buick GMC always looks for new and exciting ways to reward our loyal fans and followers. This time, we have a fantastic ENTER TO WIN contest on our Facebook page! Simply click the link below, complete the form to secure your eligibility and submit by August 31st, when the contest ends!

The winner will be announced on our Facebook page following the contest end date and will win a $100 giftcard, good to use when filling up at the pump!

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Test Your Knowledge - It's Harder Than It Sounds

2013-07-19T16:48:00.003-07:00

Games are a great way to pass the time on a long road trip and keep the driver occupied and wide awake. Here’s an idea that will test your history knowledge. Get a passenger to be the scribe and number a paper 1-44. Now, see if all of the passengers in the car can name all 44 US Presidents! It might sound easy, but just wait until you have one left. Happy travels!

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WIN $100 GAS Giftcard...Enter for a Chance!

2013-07-12T15:54:00.003-07:00

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Check out this 1954 Buick...classic at every angle. ‪#‎ThrowbackThursday‬

2013-07-11T11:49:00.002-07:00

The Sleeker, Super-Safe Buick

2013-07-09T14:20:00.002-07:00

After teetering on the brink of extinction only a few years ago, Buick seems to be back in the black and on a roll these days. The automaker has done a rather impressive job shedding its unfortunate but well-deserved "built for seniors" image by replacing the lumbering, stodgy cars of its past, with sleeker, sexier looking new machines equipped with the latest performance, safety and entertainment technologies.

Take the recently redesigned Enclave, for instance. It brings a comfortable, upscale feel to the midsize crossover segment with lots of amenities, a well-designed interior, and a smooth ride. Similarly, both the Regal and Verano sedans offer composed handling, high-quality interiors, and a standard features galore.

Now, it's time for the LaCrosse, the automaker's flagship and the vehicle that started the company's whole revival movement, to get a refresh. And while the updates for model year 2014 might seem insignificant on the surface, they are well executed as a whole and will help the car compete better against its pricier and more overtly luxurious European rivals – the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Audi A6, BMW 5 Series, and Volvo S80 – which until recently held a distinct advantage in nearly every respect. Other competitors include other "affordable" luxury cars such as the Acura TL, Lincoln MKZ, Lexus ES, Chrysler 300, Toyota Avalon, and Nissan Maxima (the LaCrosse falls somewhere in between the aforementioned two groups).

On the outside, the LaCrosse's sheet-metal gets a little s more dramatic, front and rear. Upfront, you'll find a somewhat-larger waterfall grille, similar in design to the ones featured by its smaller siblings the Regal and Verano, and new headlamps with LED technology. The pair gives the car a slightly more aggressive demeanor. Ditto out back, where the taillights now are LEDs and tied together with a slim chrome strip across the trunk-lid.

Overall, the car looks clean and appealing. That said, it still seems somewhat chunky. No matter how sporty and aggressive Buick tries to make this car look, there's no disguising that this is a big, hefty car.

There have been more significant improvements inside the car. The cabin is more refined than ever before and ergonomically designed. Material quality was good in the 2013, but is even better in the 2014. And there is plenty of room to seat five comfortably.

The most notable improvements, however, are on the tech side. First, we give kudos to the updated IntelliLink infotainment system, which now features swipe-and-drag controls like a tablet, similar to Cadillac's CUE system but more streamlined. It's intuitive and easy to use, cutting the center-stack-button count from 17 to seven.

Also, Buick is offering a pair of cutting-edge safety packages designed to keep the driver alert to his surroundings. Driver Confidence I ($2,125) includes forward-collision alert, lane-departure warning, lane-change alert, side blind-zone alert, rear cross-traffic alert, HID articulating headlamps, fog lamps and a head-up display. For another $1,745 you can add Driver Confidence II and get a haptic driver's seat (it vibrates to alert the driver rather than beeping), adaptive cruise control, and collision preparation, which includes "mitigation" braking if the driver doesn't hit the pedal soon enough.

On the road, we were pleasantly surprised by how adeptly or nimbly this car handled the various road conditions we threw at it. Note: The LaCrosse is not a sport sedan. It is designed for soaking up miles in comfort rather than blasting down back roads at breakneck speeds. Even so, we found it to be responsive, well behaved, and handle every twist and turn, tight or sweeping, with relative aplomb (better than its predecessors) thanks to the optional magnetic adjustable suspension, which includes real-time adjustable damping.

Steering was also precise with excellent feedback. Road imperfections were well-damped; you can hear them, but you don't much feel them through the steering wheel.

Unfortunately, this was only true with the front-wheel drive models. Adaptive damping is not available in all-wheel drive cars, which we found to lack the smooth ride and light steering of the front-wheel drive models. They simply felt simply felt heavy.

As far as the safety features are concerned, the ones that could be tested without bending metal operated just as advertised. In fact, the adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, and lane departure warning were some of the best of breed we have ever tested.

Under the hood, the base model comes is equipped with a four-cylinder 182-hp engine with GM's eAssist mild-hybrid technology or a 304-hp V6. Both mate to six-speed automatic transmission. Both were quiet and returned respectable, refined performance. Acceleration was smooth, but not overly quick. A little more oomph would have been appreciated. But you certainly won't be wanting when it comes time to pass another vehicle or enter a crowded roadway. The eAssist earns an impressive EPA highway fuel rating of 36 mpg, while the V6 deliver 28 mpg.

Look for the new 2014 LaCrosse to hit the streets in September with a price tag between $34,060 to $46,875.

Courtesy of Men's Journal

It's ‎#MotivationalMonday...

2013-07-08T15:56:00.004-07:00

We wanted to share some encouraging words to get your week off to the right start.

Happy Friday! Any plans to hit the road this weekend?

2013-07-05T11:17:00.002-07:00

Happy 4th of July!

2013-07-03T16:25:00.003-07:00

The 4th of July is tomorrow...any fun plans? Share with us in the comments below!

VIDEO: 2014 GMC Sierra Truck Engine

2013-07-02T15:53:00.004-07:00

Watch and find out why the engines in the new 2014 GMC Sierra Truck are our most highly engineered Sierra engines, ever.

Maintenance Monday: Check Your Car Battery

2013-07-01T17:26:00.001-07:00

Prepare your vehicle for the summer heat. To get the most life out of a battery, make sure to have your electrical system checked to ensure it is charging at the correct rate. Keep the top of the battery clean. Dirt can become a conductor, which drains battery power. If corrosion accumulates on battery terminals, it becomes an insulator and inhibits the current flow. #MaintenanceMonday

Chance to Win $100 Gas Giftcard

2013-06-28T16:11:00.001-07:00

Happy Friday, fans! Start it off right and enter for a chance to WIN a $100 GAS Giftcard with our newest Facebook contest!

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Throwback Thursday: Spock Drives a Buick

2013-06-27T11:44:00.001-07:00

Check out Leonard Nimoy (Star Trek’s Mr. Spock) and his 1964 Buick Riviera back in 1966.

Sound familiar? Let us know if you can relate to this!

2013-06-26T16:13:00.002-07:00