The Chevy Volt is Collecting Awards

The Chevy Volt… named 2011 Motor Trend Car of the Year, the 2011 North American Car of the Year, was recommended by Consumer Reports, and earned the highest safety ratings in 2011 from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in the first-ever U.S. crash test evaluations of plug-in electric cars.

But the wins don’t stop there… the IIHS also named the 2012 Chevrolet Volt a Top Safety Pick for 2012. And Kelley Blue Book just announced the Chevy Volt wins the Kelley Blue Book Total Cost of Ownership Award in the Electric Car category!

The Chevy Volt isn’t just winning awards, it’s winning repeat owners! A few months ago Consumer Reports conducted a survey asking new car owners how likely they were to purchase the same vehicle again. In the case of the Chevy Volt, 93% said they would “definitely” buy the car again.

Yes, there was an issue with fires occurring in Chevy Volts that had been crashed as part of safety testing, but The U.S. government ended its safety investigation into the Chevrolet Volt after concluding that the Volt and other electric cars don’t pose a greater fire risk than gasoline-powered cars. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and GM know of no fires occurring in real-world crashes. NHTSA said Friday that it “continues to believe that electric vehicles show great promise as a safe and fuel-efficient option,” and based on available data, electric cars don’t appear to be riskier than gas-powered ones.

If you want to drive away a winner, don’t wait to win a car, buy a Chevy Volt. Stop by Bob Bell Chevrolet of Bel Air, we have the Chevy Volt on the lot and ready to go.

Bob Bell Chevrolet of Bel Air
1230 Belair Road
Bel Air, MD 21014
(888) 844-0314

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Chevy Parts & Accessories

I read a study a few weeks ago that said, “The average age of cars and light trucks now in operation in the U.S. has increased to 10.8 years”. It was written by Polk, a leading global automotive market intelligence firm.

This study tells me it’s important for Chevrolet drivers to take care of the vehicles they buy. And you take care of your Chevy by purchasing parts and accessories specifically designed, made and tested to keep your Chevrolet vehicle running at OEM (original equipment from manufacturer) peak performance and appearance—after all, they’re the ones it was born with.

Each part works with the others to produce a single output. Many non-genuine parts may claim to be reliable, but they are not produced to meet GM’s engineering and material specifications. Compromise one part and you may unknowingly compromise a whole system.

Whether you’re restoring an old favorite or personalizing your new baby, count on Chevrolet to provide genuine replacement dependability.

Visit us online to order parts & accessories, or stop by the dealership… either way, let us give you peace of mind knowing you’re taking care of your Chevy.

Bob Bell Chevrolet of Bel Air
1230 Belair Road
Bel Air, MD 21014
(888) 844-0314

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To Buy or To Lease

To buy or to lease…the answer to that question lies in what your needs, as a driver, are.

If, for instance, you are always on the road, and drive over 15,000 miles-per-year, then buying is probably in your best interest. But, if you keep your miles down, and prefer to drive a vehicle that is priced above your means, then leasing is a great option.

We’ve created a questionnaire to help you decide what might work best for you. To answer the following questions and get an answer click on To Buy or to Lease?

• I always drive over 15,000 miles a year
• I like to customize my car by tinting windows, adding pinstripes, sound system, etc.
• I usually get emotionally attached to my car
• I love to see those payments dwindle to nothing
• I’ve got the have (real) new car smell
• I like the security of driving a car under warranty
• I usually choose a car that I can’t afford
• My current car is more than 4 years old
• I am willing to trade ownership for low, monthly payments
• My company reimburses me for car expenses
• I like to do my own repair work
• I typically drive less than 12,000 miles a year

Ultimately, you need to decide if you want to own your vehicle once all is said and done, or if you want a new vehicle every few years. Whatever you decide, Bob Bell Chevrolet of Bel Air is here to help you out.

Bob Bell Chevrolet of Bel Air
1230 Belair Road
Bel Air, MD 21014
(888) 844-0314

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2012 Chevy Sonic

It’s a cool little car… there’s no doubt about that. Over the past few months the 2012 Chevy Sonic has been skydiving, bungee jumping & Rob Dyrdek, from MTV’s Fantasy Factory, pulled out a kick-flip (which is essentially a roll over in the air before landing safely back on its wheels) in it! “The Sonic’s power and sportiness make it the perfect vehicle for this awesome stunt.” says Dyrdek.

Now the 2012 Chevy Sonic has been given the distinct honor of a 5-star safety rating by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).  The Sonic garnered the overall 5-Star safety rating following evaluations in rollover resistance, and side/frontal crash, including the “pole test” in which the vehicle was driven into a poll or tree at 32 km/h.

“We developed the Sonic to exceed customer expectations of subcompacts in terms of segment-leading safety features. From the largest vehicles in the lineup to the smallest, we are putting overall crash worthiness at the top of the list of must haves.” said Gay Kent, a GM executive for Vehicle Safety.

If you’re ready for a new kind of car with a healthy appetite for adventure while keeping you and your passengers safe, stop by Bob Bell Chevrolet of Bel Air… we have the new Chevrolet Sonic!

Bob Bell Chevrolet of Bel Air
1230 Belair Road
Bel Air, MD 21014
(888) 844-0314

Certified Pre-Owned Chevrolets

A ‘Certified Pre-owned’ (CPO) vehicle is exactly that… a used vehicle.

Now where CPO differs from a straight up ‘used vehicle’ is that it has been checked over by a manufacturer-trained mechanic and in most cases, offers similar benefits to those of buying a new car.

At Bob Bell Chevrolet we sell Chevrolet certified vehicles that have been carefully inspected by our manufacturer-trained technicians.

Chevy’s certified pre-owned standards include:

• 2 year/30,000 mile standard CPO maintenance plan – which includes oil changes based on your vehicles Oil Life Monitor system, tire rotations and multi-point vehicle inspection.
• 12 month/12,000 mile  Bumper-to-Bumper warranty – That’s four times better coverage than Chrysler and Ford.
• 5 year/100,000 mile powertrain limited warranty – plus 24-hour Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation.
• 172-point vehicle inspection and reconditioning process – Certified status is a name that is earned, and earned only by meeting our strict, factory-set standards. If it doesn’t pass, we completely recondition it.
• 3 day/150 mile satisfaction guarantee – No regrets. No doubts. No question about it.
• Vehicle history report… Now you can be sure the vehicle that you’re purchasing doesn’t have any hidden past problems like major accidents, fires or title issues.

So if you’re looking for a not-quite-new vehicle that is in practically-new condition, stop by Bob Bell Chevrolet and check out our Certified Pre-owned Inventory.

Bob Bell Chevrolet of Bel Air
1230 Belair Road
Bel Air, MD 21014
(888) 844-0314

We believe in our vehicles and aren’t afraid to stand behind them.

Chevrolet Quality

In a recent survey I read online (conducted by Ipsos Public Affairs on behalf of CarMax) it stated that “Forty-five percent of Americans who have purchased a vehicle say that quality has the greatest impact on their car buying decision, followed by price and safety, in that order.” Here at Bob Bell Chevrolet we completely agree.

As one of the largest-selling brands in the industry, Chevrolet’s early adoption of landmark technologies fundamentally changed the way people view the brand. Recently the Chevrolet Volt was voted ‘Car of the Year’ by both Motor Trend and Automobile. ‘Given the level of technology packed into the Volt — and, frankly, the quality of the car carrying it all — the price is fair’ says Chuck Squatriglia from Autopia.

Quality and Chevrolet go hand in hand, it always has, yesterday, today and tomorrow too!

So, if quality is as important to you as it is to us then stop by Bob Bell Chevrolet of Bel Air and take a Chevrolet out for a test drive today!

Bob Bell Chevrolet of Bel Air
1230 Belair Road
Bel Air, MD 21014
(888) 844-0314

The Chevy Camaro

SEMA named it the “Hottest Car” of the year & the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gave it a perfectly scored safety rating (2012)… beautiful & safe, it’s the best of both worlds.

The SEMA award looks for the most accessory-friendly vehicle, “After more than two years on the market, the Camaro continues to inspire creativity and Chevrolet is thrilled to see that expressed in all the wonderfully personalized examples here at the SEMA Show,” said Chris Perry, vice president, Global Chevrolet Marketing and Strategy. “Camaro has always been a car customers love to personalize and we are doing all we can to support them and the aftermarket industry with parts and accessories that help turn their dreams into reality.”

The NHTSA passed the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 2 DR RWD with a perfect score. It’s the first car to do so since the NHTSA revised it’s crash testing.

This car is meant to be driven. And loved.

Stop by and take one out for a test drive… see what all the fuss is about!

Bob Bell Chevrolet of Bel Air
1230 Belair Road
Bel Air, MD 21014
(888) 844-0314