Announcing Shop-Click-Drive!

Johnson Motors now has the opportunity to offer Shop-Click-Drive, a revolutionary new way to buy or lease your next vehicle. The Shop-Click-Drive service enables customers to get estimated pricing on a vehicle, see current incentives, choose financing and insurance products, get information on a trade in and book a test drive, all online!

Shop-Click-Drive combines the convenience of online shopping with the personal service of you'll find at the Johnson Motors dealership. 

This service is available on pre-owned vehicles as well as new Chevrolet and Cadillac models. Just look for the Shop-Click-Drive logo next to the vehicle you're interested in while shopping our website.

Deep Discounts when you see the Red Hot Green Dot!

The discounts have never been deeper on SELECT clearance vehicles! Whether you're on our website, or just walking the lot, just look for the Green Dot on the windshield to discover great savings. 

These deals are exclusive, and not transferable to similar vehicles. Stop in now or shop in your pajamas at Red Hot Green Dot.

Check out our new MyLink walkthrough video, for 2014 Silverado

We recently recorded a short instructional video explaining the most commonly used features on MyLink. Mark Schweiger, our resident technology expert at Johnson Motors, was the instructor. Check out the YouTube video, and feel free to leave constructive comments. 

The all-new 2014 Chevy SS has arrived!

It’s here at last, and we have one in our showroom! 

With the launch of the 2014 Chevy SS, Chevrolet introduces the first rear-wheel-drive sedan to its lineup in seventeen years. And by all accounts, it was worth the wait.

Engineered for enthusiasts, this V8 sports sedan stays true to its NASCAR roots while delivering performance with elegance. A 6.2L V8 engine provides 415 horsepower, 415 lb.-ft. of torque and 0-60 in 5 seconds flat. And behind it all is the confidence of knowing you’ve got the support of Chevrolet Complete Care.

The all-new 2014 Chevy SS offers an exhilarating driving experience while providing luxurious space, comfort and convenience for up to five adults. Styling is aggressive yet refined from the inside out.

Stop by the showroom today and see our latest arrival.

Greetings from Bob Johnson!

I vowed that I wouldn’t begin this message with any comments about weather since I’ve gotten into the habit of doing this, BUT this weather has been so beautiful and is forecasted to remain this way, so I just can’t resist. ENJOY!

It’s been a great 99 Days of Summer at Johnson Motors, and our autumn days are continuing this trend. Sales, service, parts, and body shop have all been very busy. We thank you for that!

This newsletter will focus on several topics. We’ll look at the all-new 2014 Silverado and Impala, industry accolades, our new Johnson Motors Preferred Owner Program, and a smartphone offer from Chevrolet.

I hope that your September was a great one, and wish you an even better October.

Bob Johnson

Ready for a NEW Smartphone?

You can get a new Android phone by visiting this link at Chevy.com. You’ll be directed to watch a short video on the all-new Silverado.  Then push the ‘Choose your phone’ button, sign up for a 2-year service plan or upgrade your current plan with Verizon Wireless, Sprint, or T-Mobile, and select your new Android phone.

This information has JUST arrived so we do not know all the details yet.  We do know that Chevrolet is not collecting personal information with this offer.

Awards, Awards, and more Awards!

Chevy is certainly the ‘good news’ brand in the car industry.  A sampling of awards includes:

The 2014 Impala has been named by Consumer Reports as the best new sedan...PERIOD.  This is the first time in history that an American car has won this distinction.  Our Impala sales are up almost 300%!  Stop in for a test drive.

The all-new 2014 Silverado was just named the best full-size pickup by Consumer Reports and several car magazines.  It has received a 5 Star NHTSA crash rating, the only pickup to have achieved this.  

Chevy has more 5 Star awards for overall vehicle safety than Ford and Toyota combined.  Fewer vehicles are achieving this rating now since NHTSA has raised the bar by changing the severity of the crashes.  5 Star ratings were frequently awarded a couple of years ago, but not now.

Chevrolet has received more 2013 J.D. Power Initial Quality awards than any other brand!

2014 Silverado Launch Gains Momentum

The 2014 Silverado launch continues to gain momentum. We have excellent availability on all of the body styles—regular cab, double cab, and crew cab—with a variety of trim levels. This includes work trucks, LS, LT, and LTZ models, with two all-new engines, a V6 and V8.

The new Double Cab replaces the Extended Cab and features conventional front-hinged rear doors with outside door handles. A big change from the Extended Cab, the new configuration makes the truck stronger (due to the central pillar the rear doors are hinged from,) quieter, and safer in a side-impact crash.

The EcoTec3 engines are all-new, with Direct Injection, Active Fuel Management, and Variable Valve Timing. Together, these three advanced technologies provide more power, higher fuel economy, and smoother and quieter operation. The 5.3 liter V8 has significantly more power than the previous 5.3, while gaining fuel economy. This engine is more economical than Ford’s Ecoboost V6 without resorting to twin turbochargers which are hugely expensive to replace.

Maybe the biggest engine surprise, however, is the near-silent and very powerful V6. One would never guess that there’s a V6 under the hood without opening it.

The all-new Silverado—Smarter, Stronger, More Capable. If you haven’t driven one yet, stop in for a drive!

NEW Johnson Motors Preferred Owner Program!

Chevy and Cadillac are now providing no-cost maintenance on every vehicle for 2014. A big piece of our POP had been no-charge oil changes and tire rotations for the first year of new vehicle ownership. Therefore, Johnson Motors has changed our program, and the result is an even richer POP for you. With 2014 models, the Preferred Owner Program features:

• FREE LIFETIME Pennsylvania State Inspections including labor and stickers. 
• $250 Customer Loyalty Bonus for your next vehicle purchase at Johnson Motors.
• FREE Pit Stops, including no-appointment check of your vehicle including top-off of fluids such as engine oil and windshield washer fluids.
• FREE local courtesy shuttle
• $50 off a set of four tires (on top of GM Price Match Guarantee)
• Monthly email/text message specials on vehicle and/or service purchases.

If you and would like to join, you can respond to this message and give us your email address and cell phone number, OR you can call your salesperson to enroll you, OR you can join when you visit for service.

We truly value you as a customer, and the Johnson Motors Preferred Owner Program is just another way to thank you.

The Chevy Spark is not an Electric Vehicle

We should be more specific, and hopefully clear up some common misperceptions about the Spark. The Chevy Spark’s electric model (the EV) will be available in selected markets (California and Oregon), but the models currently in stock at Johnson Motors, and most Chevy Dealers across the country, are in fact gasoline-powered.

This popular car is powered by a very fuel-efficient 4-cylinder inline, 1.2 liter DOHC engine, and boasts a fuel-sipping 37 mpg on the highway, and an estimated 28 mpg for city driving.

The Spark isn’t a brand-new car, either. In fact, it’s been sold around the world for several years, and is thoroughly road-tested and ready for the American market. Instead of being an import being sold to the domestic market, the Spark is one of the first “export” cars that Chevy sold abroad, and introduced to America in 2013.

The amazing little Spark holds several #1 spots in its category. It has the lowest starting MSRP at $12,170, a 9.3 out of 10 Kelley Blue Book consumer rating, ten airbags, nearly 32 cubic feet of cargo space, and a 7-inch MyLink radio/interactive screen that handles a variety of function.

If you’re in the market for a compact, fuel-efficient and very affordable vehicle with great style, we hope you’ll stop by Johnson Motors and check out the Chevy Spark.

Watch our in-house YouTube video on the Spark.

 

Greetings from Bob Johnson

As I write this, we're past the middle of August. I guess time DOES fly when you're having fun! It's been a great summer for me and my family and I hope yours has been a great one, too.

At Johnson Motors, we’re extremely busy. Spring and summer have set all-time records for new vehicles, used vehicles, and service. Model Year End Clearance is going on now with great incentives from both Chevy and Cadillac. We have just 50 new 2013s left, but with a nice selection of Malibu, Equinox, and Cadillac SRX. Since these are some of our best-selling lines, come in soon if you’re interested in a 2013!

2014s are streaming in now, with the ALL-NEW Silverado leading the way. We have 59 all-new Silverados on the lot and on the way in. Both Silverado and Impala have just been recognized with some impressive industry accolades.

The Used Car SuperStore has some of the nicest new vehicle trades I’ve ever seen. All of these preowned vehicles are priced under the Internet-average price, which is one reason why they’re selling so well. The Lower 40 is setting records, too, with some really nice vehicles at bargain prices. We have about 100 to choose from!

I hope you enjoy your last couple weeks of August.

Bob Johnson

 

Johnson Motors offers the FIRST DEALS on the ALL-NEW Silverado!

Be one of the first to own an all-new 2014 Silverado and save money on the deal! Couple a $1,500 rebate with $750 Bonus Cash for owners of 1999 or new GM pickups or SUVs and you have $2250 savings on a Silverado Crew.

If you are on a GM Manifest List, there’s another $750. (We have sent letters to every eligible customer on the Manifest list.) Add this to a Johnson discount and you’ve got over $4000 in savings on an amazing new truck. Stop in for a test drive and a test price!

Special Pricing is set to end September 3rd.

The All-New 2014 Silverados are here!

We now have 59 units on the ground and on the way. Crew Cabs started production first, and people have been raving about these trucks ever since they arrived. New engines feature a 5.3 liter V8 with 355 horsepower and fuel economy that beats Ford’s Ecoboost V6.

 

The Silverado engine is new from the oil pan up, and features Direct Injection, Variable Valve Timing, and Active Fuel Management. While these features may be technological marvels, they are not expensive future maintenance and repair bills. You won’t be replacing expensive turbochargers if you use your truck like a truck. (The Ecoboost V6 has TWO turbochargers, costing about $2000 each to replace! Chevy’s engine warranty is 40,000 miles longer, too.)

An all-new 4.3 liter V6 is now in production, and it promises (according to the press reports) to be all many will need unless they do heavy towing. Our first one will arrive soon. Finally, a 6.2 liter 420 hp engine is just starting production, and it should be a beast!

The new DoubleCabs are arriving now, replacing the venerable Extended cab model that we’ve loved for so long. The DoubleCab looks much like the Crew Cab with a shortened rear door. Each door has an outside and inside door handle so that a rear seat rider can open his/her door without the front door needing to be open.

The Double Cab is EXTREMELY solid because of the additional pillar on each side. One slam of any door will show you the difference. This configuration will pass future crash standards with ease. In fact, the 2014 Silverado (and the GMC Sierra) are the first trucks to earn a 5 Star crash rating since the standards were raised.

Major improvements abound, from DuraLife brake rotors and CornerStep rear bumper to EZ-Lift and Lower tailgate, and 8-inch color touch-screen with Chevrolet MyLink.

GM Quality On the Rise!

There’s more good news! GM has been named the second highest-quality vehicle manufacturer according to J.D. Power, the leading quality information company in the world.

J.D. Power, in its latest initial quality assessment, reports that Porsche is the highest quality manufacturer, and the only one scoring better than GM. Toyota, Honda, Mercedes, and every other manufacturer follow.

Check out the Johnson Motors smartphone app! Schedule service & shop 24/7!

Did you know that we now have an app for iPhone and Android smartphones? And it's not just for buying cars! With our smartphone app, you can call directly to sales, service, parts and the body shop, with just a single tap. You can also shop our entire inventory, including all our pre-owned cars and trucks. 

And once you download the app, you'll also get alerts once or twice a month for great service and sales specials. 

Just click HERE to download the app for your Android or Apple phone. You can also text JMAPP to 99000.