Personalized license plates are cool! A lot of people think to themselves that when they get a car they want an awesome license plate that’s personalized. In Texas you can get a license plate that had decals on it for Texas Christian University, University of Texas, Dallas Cowboys, things like I love Texas, I’m a blood donor etc. you can also get your license plates personalized with your choice of numbers and letters like the plate shown above. The question is: what’s the coolest or craziest one you’ve ever seen and more importantly what would you want on yours?
No this car is not sold in the United States. It is a Chevy seen only in Europe, but a very unique Chevy none the less. Needless to say this is supposedly how Britain is paying homage to the old Chevy cars of the 50′s. What do you guys think? Too much? Would you drive one if your local Dallas Chevy dealer carried them? I think they are kinda cool looking. I like the white wall tires too.
At some point in history, the notion of having a wood-lined automobile went from the pinnacle of awesome to the depths of loathsome. We’re guessing that demarcation falls at about the same point in time when automakers stopped using real wood and started gluing vinyl recreations to the sides of vehicles that were an affront to cool to begin with. If you need proof, please direct your attention to any number of woody Chrysler PT Cruiser models or, if you’re of stouter stomach, the self-proclaimed Chevrolet Spark Woody Wagon art car pictured above.
Chevrolet UK decided to wrap one of the company’s diminutive people movers in wood-grained Di-Nocto harken back to the company’s American, youthful roots – or at least that’s what the press release says. If that’s not enough to send your head spinning, take a good close look at those tires. Yup, they’re wide whitewalls.
The company has rolled out a few different one-off art Sparks so far, and plans to keep it up with a new British Touring Car Championship inspired version set for an unveil later this month. We’re guessing that one will strike our fancy a bit more than the trans-generational pastiche above. Hit the jump for the press release.
A friend of mine sent me a video the other day from YouTube. It was the first ever Camaro commercial. I had never seen it before. It’s funny to me how much things have changed in the last 50 years. Especially when it comes to special effects and CGI in movies and commercials. I really can’t decide which Camaro I love more than the other. There are things I like about the older ones and there are things I like about the newer ones. I just can’t decide. Here is the old video my friend sent to me as well as a newer one I found. Just remember if you haven’t had the pleasure of driving the new Camaro yet you can stop by your local Grapevine Chevy dealer and test drive one anytime.
You want the perfect garage don’t you? It’s the place where you park your baby. It’s the place where you tinker with your toys. It’s your man cave!! Ladies don’t worry it can be your cave too if you love cars like I know most of you do.
Here’s the thing. You want a perfect garage? There are some things that can help you on your way. If you want to see all the tips check out Jalopnik, but I will share with you a few of my favorites. My garage is my secret getaway and it’s the place I park my Chevy. So I am proud of it.
Why You Need It: For those cold winter nights when you’ve almost got that last bolt un-siezed and you’re this close to getting the old part out, keep your feet warm with radiant tile. Heck, why stop in the garage? Get the whole house done while you’re at it!
Why You Need It: Van Sarockin suggests a lift of the hydraulic nature, but really whether it’s hydraulic or electric, having a lift in your garage is a luxury that truly makes it perfect. It’s often the one thing everyone wishes they had in the garage, but few get to the point of actually installing one.
Why You Need It: Need a tool from across the room? Forget to bring the part you needed under the car with you? No problem! With a live-in shop assistant, you can stay working under the car and send your assistant off to grab parts, turn up the stereo, and bandage your hand. Also, they’re good for delivering pizza.
Why You Need It: Snapoversteer says: “There’s something about a garage that makes it perfectly acceptable to drink a beer at 11:00 a.m.” For as long as mankind has toiled away in the garage, there has been beer there to help the process along. And that beer needs to stay cold, yet close at hand. The garage fridge is the perfect solution.
Why You Need It: For when you absolutely need to scribble something down, but don’t want to stop to find a pen and paper, these walls are covered in paint that replicates a dry erase board. Diagram out your whole build, get shopping lists together, and draw on the wall the whole time! It’s all erasable, so when you’re done with that list, get a new one going in its place!
Those were just a few of my favs. What do you have to have in your garage? What’s important to you? If you have any questions or need any help getting your garage together give your Texas Chevy dealer a call. They have some pretty good ideas!
The Volkswagen Thing….What an ugly car. You may be a car nut and think you’ve seen them all. Did you know that the ugliest ones weren’t made here. They were made over seas. Below is a video of all the ugly cars that made this list. Some of them are the ugliest cars I have ever seen and they will burn your eyes! Thanks to AutoBlog for sharing the video.
Here’s the top 30 ugliest cars in alphabetical order:
AMC Gremlin
AMC Pacer
Aston Martin Lagonda
Aurora
Citroen Ami 6
Corbin Sparrow
Fiat Multipla
Ford Edsel
Ford Scorpio
G-Wiz
Hua Detroit Fish
Kia Opirus / Amanti
Lamborghini LM 002
Lightburn Zeta Sports
Mini Marcos
Nissan Cube
Nissan Micra C+C
Nissan S-Cargo
Pontiac Aztek
Reliant Bond Bug
Scangyong Rodius
Sebring-Vanguard citiCar
Skoda Roomster
Subaru Baja
Subaru Tribeca
Suzuki X-90
Tang Hua Book of Songs
Tang Hua Piece of Cloud
Volkswagen Thing
Zap Xebra Electric Truck
So… Do you own one of these? Now this is just the opinion of one man. What do you think? Are they all ugly?
First I should start by saying that neither Classic Chevrolet or myself are responsible for any tickets you might get, or any accidents you might be in, or any damage to your vehicle. This blog is purely for entertainment purposes and should you choose to try this at anytime, you are on your own.
Now, with that being said we can move on. Burnout’s are a lot of fun and they can attract a lot of attention. Many people enjoy a good burnout when showing off their rides. If you are going to try to attempt this you must know what you are doing! First thing’s first is you need to find a safe location. Usually an open parking lot with no cars, broken glass, people, gum, pot holes…. You don’t want any of that interfering with your burn out. Well I guess you don’t want to hurt anyone or your car either. There are many different cars out there but I’m just going to tell you how to do a burnout with an Automatic Transmission, RWD. It’s really easy.
1.) Turn off the traction control system on your vehicle. This will allow your tires to spin freely.
2.) Put one foot on the brake and one foot on the gas pedal. Slowly begin to REV the engine while applying pressure to the brake.
3.) Slowly let off the brake, while gradually applying the gas. This will create the “burnout” as your tires begin to wildly spin.
4.) To pull out of the burnout, let go of the the brake all the way and push the gas pedal down completely. OFF YOU GO!
5.) Always remember the more you do this the more often your tires will need to be replaced. Always do this in a safe location so no one including your vehicle is hurt.
Here’s a video of a 2010 Camaro burnout! All I can say is nice….If you want to see some more cool videos of burnouts check out Jalopnik.com. Should you decide to do a burnout on a daily basis and your tires start to wear thin head on over to your Fort Worth Chevy Dealer and they can hook you up with some brand new performance tires so you can keep on doing burnouts. Ha ha.
When you are in the market for a new car or truck whether it be used or not, you know that a good test drive is important to finding the best value in a used car. You want a safe, reliable car right? Here are a few tips on how to test drive that used car or truck. Thanks to Edmunds.com for putting such a great article together. The article is long. So I just found bits and pieces for you guys. If you want to read the full article just see Edmunds.com.
1) Always have an open mind - You must be able to walk in there unbiased and unprejudiced. Keep your analysis as objective as possible so you can leave there with a good feeling of what that car has to offer you and your family. Forget that your dad was a Ford lover and you’re test driving a Chevy. The main thing is what’s best for you.
2)Set a benchmark. You need to set your own benchmarks. So maybe you aren’t sure which car or truck you’re interested in or what type you need. But that’s not a big deal at all. It’s more than ok to be torn between a car or a truck or an SUV. Just start by test driving as many cars or trucks as you can. Get a feel for what you like and what’s gonna be good for you and your family. You may find that you wanted a small coupe but you really like the way a truck handles better.
3) A pre-test inspection is key. Go ahead and look under the hood. You have the right to take a look. If you smell any kind of overpowering odor that could mean big trouble. checks for any poor maintenance signs. Don’t hesitate to check the oil and transmission fluid dip sticks and look for dirty or low fluid levels. Don’t be embarrassed to get on your back and look under the car. Check those hoses and belts for any cracks. You want to be sure you’re getting a good car right? Check the tires! The point is that looking at all that stuff is important and you can do it. If you don’t know what to look for ask the Dallas Chevy dealer if you can take the car to your mechanic and have it checked out. The only reason they may say no is because there is something wrong with it. Keep that in mind.
4) Notes notes notes. Taking notes is important. Make sure you take notes about the ride, note any noises, get a feel for the steering, comfort of the cab, how do the brakes work, what do the tires look like, or anything else that you think is important. This will help you get a sense of what the vehicle has to offer.
5) Take your time. I know i’ve talked about this before but I think it’s worth mentioning again. Don’t get pushed into anything you’re not ready for. Don’t settle for a short test. If you want to drive the car or truck for an extra 10 miles just say so and don’t be afraid.
6) Try to be consistent. Just remember you are the test instrument. So try to drive like you normally would. 35 on the surface streets and 60 on the highway is a good way to start with out sending shocks to the seller. Just drive like you normally would. If you normally drive like a maniac then don’t do that!! ha ha.
7) Turn the radio off. Unless you’re scoping out the sound system, leave the radio off. This is so you can hear any unusual noises. Maybe even turn the A/C off and on and check for noises there as well.
8) Get a second opinion. Like I said before it’s probably a good idea to take the used car or truck to a mechanic for a thorough inspection and a test-drive. You’ve already looked over the car and have made your own opinions. It’s a wise investment to get a second opinion. – Edmunds.com
Can you think of any other good tips to take with you when test driving a used car or truck?
You love your car or truck. Of course you do. Over the years the seats have started looking a little shabby due to weight, friction, spills, and life on the road. Well no need to worry about what to do! Some seat covers can be a very inexpensive way to give your seats and your car or truck some new life. Here are a few reasons why getting some seat covers are ideal to recovering seats.
(1) They are affordable. Take a look around do some research and you will find that getting some new seat covers are much more affordable then you think.
(2) There are so many sites out there and places that make seat covers. You have sooo many options. Many different colors, material, fabric, designs. You name it.
(3) You get a fresh new look. Like I said before you love your car or truck and you want it to look good right? This is the way to do it without spending a lot of money.
(4) You are also getting added protection to keep your seats from getting worse. Your new seat covers are doing more than making your car look good. If you spill something the seat cover can be washed!
(5) Your personality and style is now seen a little bit more. You may have bumper stickers and such that show your personality but now your seat covers can really show you.
If you have any pictures of your seat covers send them into me. I want to see who has the best looking seat covers.
Hi, I'm Hagen Durant, General Manager of Classic Chevrolet in Grapevine, TX - I am a huge car and truck enthusiast and love talking cars. I'm a cyclist, health nut, father, husband, geek, and drummer. I look forward to giving you great information about cars and trucks, driving tips, maintenance and so much more.
If you have any questions or would like to make suggestions feel free to email them to me at: hagen@classicchevytexas.com
Personalized license plates are cool! A lot of people think to themselves that when they get a car they want an awesome license plate that’s personalized. In Texas you can get a license plate that had decals on it for Texas Christian University, University of Texas, Dallas Cowboys, things like I love Texas, I’m a blood donor etc. you can also get your license plates personalized with your choice of numbers and letters like the plate shown above. The question is: what’s the coolest or craziest one you’ve ever seen and more importantly what would you want on yours?
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