Old Volvo, New Volvo

Volvo Car Corporation is a Swedish automobile manufacturer founded in 1927, in Gothenburg, Sweden.   Although Volvo has been acquired and owned by various companies, the brand remains to be recognized as providing safe, dependable cars.  Over the years, Volvo has produced SUVs, station wagons, sedans and compact coupes.   To demonstrate changes in exterior, we thought it would be fun to share a couple of VERY old Volvo photos, and some new 2014 Models.

OLD VOLVO   

           

NEW VOLVO                                      

2014 Volvo S80  The S80 clearly gives the BMW and Mercedes a challenge! 240-horsepower, 3.2-liter six-cylinder or a 300-hp, turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission 240-horsepower, 3.2-liter six-cylinder or a 300-hp, turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.

OLD VOLVO

   NEW VOLVO      

     

2014 Volvo S60 R-Design   The The R-Design models combine the practicality and safety of a Volvo with bold styling and sporty touches. .  The S60 has turbocharged inline five- and six-cylinder engines and choice of front- or all-wheel drive features remain unmatched.

 Volvo Museum in Gothenburg, Sweden:  “The moment today becomes yesterday, it also becomes history…and the longer the story, the more to tell.”   The Volvo Museum showcases Volvo’s development and successes, from 1927 to the present day, demonstrating how classical values have been refined to maintain Volvo as one of the world’s most powerful and respected brand names around.    WANT TO GO?  Buy a Volvo, get a vacation!  Shop for a new Volvo at Jenkins Imports, the oldest and most experienced Volvo Dealer in the Milwaukee area.  Their trained sales people can provide all the details regarding the unique and equally exciting Over Seas Delivery Program.  (OSD)

What’s in the Future for Volvo?  Over the years, Volvo has introduced numerous innovations to the industry, including the first use of laminated glass in 1944, padded dash boards in 1956, the first central high-mounted stoplight in 1986, and the first side impact airbags in 1994.  Volvo’s Safety Vision includes the development of these six Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) technologies:

• Worlds’ first Animal and pedestrian detection, even in darkness
• Road edge and barrier detection with steer assist, even on roads without markings.
• Car-to-car communication, transmit data to other vehicles in given radius
• Autonomous parking, parks itself and finds parking spot
• Adaptive cruise control with steer assist, automatically adjusts vehicle speed to maintain a safe distance from vehicles ahead.

Buying a car isn’t just about the price

And it shouldn’t be.  You’re probably going to own your car for a long time.  Why not look at the long-term benefits that a smaller dealership can provide?  With the high expenses of overhead, wages and insurance these days, dealerships are operating on smaller margins. Many manufacturers are requiring larger contributions towards competitive placement in the marketplace, and internet presence.  This means there is less wiggle room on the car price itself.  These days, it’s important to focus on the reputation of the manufacturer, and other ways to save money such as:

• manufacturer warranties
• loyalty programs
• low financing APR’s
• Certified Pre-Owned
• Safety Features
• customer service

Start online.  According to new a report by J.D. Power and Associates, Searching online for used vehicles has become the primary way for consumers to locate used automobiles.   (Approximately 50%.)  The report also notes that consumers have become increasingly aware of the benefits of certified pre-owned programs. (CPO)  Dealerships invest a considerable amount of time and money to create websites that are convenient, well-represented of their brand, and useful to the customer.  A great deal of information can be found here, and don’t be afraid to test the dealerships ‘follow-through’ by submitting an inquiry.  Read what others think of local dealerships, through online reviews in places such as Dealer.com, Cars.com and Google Maps.

Take a test drive.  Once you’ve shopped around online, it’s time to get to know the car, and the dealership first-hand.  When you visit the dealership, the salesman should greet you kindly without being to ‘pushy.’  Or, if you feel you’re getting ignored, that’s a good reason to find the door…quickly.  Introduce yourself to the owner or general manager, visit the service department and even check the bathrooms for cleanliness.  It’s not as silly as it sounds!

Bigger isn’t always better.  Dealerships do so much ‘car-swapping’ with each other that high-volume dealers aren’t necessary to get the vehicle you desire.  Most consumers will attest that smaller dealerships are more likely to ‘hustle for the sale,’ and provide much better customer service. Again, you’re probably going to own your car for a long time, so why not experience the long-term benefits that a smaller dealership can provide?

Jenkins Imports has served the Milwaukee area with honesty and commitment to customer service for more than 35 years.  At Jenkins, the sale of a car is just the beginning of a long-term customer relationship.  The motto is, “We care about you …. AND your car.”  As a family owned and operated business, these core values will remain for many years to come.

Buy a Volvo, get a vacation!

Is it time for a ‘get-away’ or ‘regroup’ or how about a “new adventure” to someplace amazing and far away from the stresses of home and work?  Imagine three days in Paris, the city of lights or Stockholm, the beautiful capital of Scandinavia.  Is your vehicle also aging, weathered and tired?  Discover state-of-the-art safety features and Scandinavian luxury at its best with a shiny-new Volvo.   Can you picture it?

All you have to do is find your perfect model and take advantage of the Volvo Overseas Delivery program offered at Jenkins Imports.  The program is truly “one of a kind” and may likely be a “once in a lifetime experience!”  You and a guest will stay two nights in Gothenburg, Sweden, the home of Volvo Cars, where your new Volvo will be waiting.  Your trip will include Swedish vehicle registration and complimentary car insurance for up to 15 days, so you can explore Europe at your own pace.

Volvo’s Traditional Overseas Delivery Program:

• Roundtrip tickets for (2) to Europe*

• One free hotel night at the Radisson blu Scandinaviain in Gothenburg, Sweden.  (Home of Volvo)

• Fifteen day European car insurance coverage

• No need for rental car *

• Up to approximately 8% savings (varies by model) off the U.S. MSRP on U.S.-model Volvos*

• Experience the unique atmosphere and service at the Factory Delivery Center in Gothenburg, Sweden

• An exciting Volvo factory tour, visit to the Volvo Cars Brand Experience Center or a visit to the Volvo Museum

• U.S. Customs Duty, port clearance fees and inland transportation to Jenkins Imports in Milwaukee, WI included in price

*Restrictions may apply. For more information about Volvo’s Overseas Delivery Program including great MSRP savings, winter overseas delivery programs and additional incentives please contact Jenkins Imports at 414-265-4400 or online at www.jenkinsvolvo.com.

All the Buzz is about AWD

If you haven’t looked at Volvo lately,

we should introduce you to the new 2013 Volvo S60 T5 AWD.  With its good looks, surprising performance, and excellent value, should Audi and BMW be worried? Of course!  The new 2013 S60 also comes with new automatic wipers and headlight washers for extra convenience in cold weather climates.  Stylish, beautiful and unique inside as well as out.  When you need it, the four-door T5 has great power and taking the corners with AWD is excellent!  Bad weather Experts.  The T5 is a great value with enough performance to satisfy.   Starting at $33,750, the S60 T5 AWD is available at Jenkins Imports.

Earlier this month,

AutoTrader quoted that Volvo’s 2013 XC60 crossover is a stylish and attractive alternative to other big players in this sector, such as the Audi Q3 and BMW X3.  They named the 2013 Volvo XC60 R-Design AWD as one of it’s top 5  picks for February new car deals.  It comes with lots of specials extra’s too, such as heated front seats, rear parking sensors and tinted glass at the back.  Just look at it….beautiful!  With the winter features, including AWD, this car is starting at just $44,850.

Even Jaguar is in on the fun,

because both the 2013 Jaguar XF and XJ models now offer AWD!  Ask about the optional start/stop technology and emissions/fuel economy benefits.  Jaguar claims to have focused a great deal of energy “to ensure that steering integrity and suspension refinement are unaffected” and that the cars “remain every bit as agile and communicative as their rear-wheel-drive counterparts.” Read more   Hmmm….maybe test drive to see for yourself?   The 2013 XJ AWD starts at $77,595 and the 2013 XF AWD at $53,895.

Find a good selection of vehicles, and the best customer service at Jenkins Imports, 4020 N. Green Bay Avenue in Milwaukee!

Local Car Dealership Second to None

One wonderful greatness about supporting a family owned & operated business is the customer service you can expect to receive.  Going back to it’s inception in 1976, the basic principle of treating customers with respect and honesty has ALWAYS BEEN a hallmark of Jenkins Imports.

Customer service #1 priority.  The strategy is to do as much as possible to ensure each new customer becomes a customer…for life.  It’s recognized that customers are the reason behind their long history serving Milwaukee and the surrounding areas.  To see what customers are saying check out some reviews!

Location.  In an effort to be more accessible for customers, Jenkins Imports moved from North of Milwaukee to it’s current location in 1982.  Easy on, easy off I-94 at Capitol Drive!

Employees on same page.  From the President to the ASE Certified technicians, to the Sales Managers and front desk reception…the importance of customer service is universal.

Just like family.  Most employees are actually family.  Those who aren’t have been there so long that they have become ‘family-like.’  This sentiment is taken outside to customer relationships as well.

They Listen.  The fact is, no matter how much experience and education is involved, listening is still the most important tool for creating a higher overall feeling among customers.

They interact.  It’s vital for businesses today to be socially connected.  You’ll find Jenkins on all major social sites including:  Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Foursquare.

Service & Parts.  If you need your car serviced, Jenkins provides the most reasonable solution to fix the problem.  Schedule a service appointment.

When you need a car that will keep your family safe, yet drive naughty check out the 2013 Volvo S60.  Ask about the low $299 lease offer!

  If you’re looking for an experience, and want to turn some heads…Jaguar may be for you.  p.s  AWD on 2013 Jaguar XF and Jaguar XJ!

 

Written by Local Vocal, Leaning Tree Marketing on behalf of Jenkins Imports

Gas Prices Make Volvo even more Attractive

There’s no getting around the fact that gas prices are high.  To find the cheapest gas in your area, use this handy ‘gas prices’ finder tool from Mapquest.  There is also a “AAA Daily Fuel Guage Report” which is updated daily, surveying around 120,000 self-serve stations in the United States.  According to information obtained from AAA, the Midwest has seen the steepest increase in gas prices in the country, remaining at somewhere around 30 to 40 cents per gallon of regular unleaded.

Unless you use public transit or your bicycle to get from one place to another, vehicle gas prices are going to be important to you.  When shopping around for a new vehicle with competitive fuel economy, Volvo has several attractive options such as the Volvo S60 FWD, the Volvo C30 FWD, and the Volvo XC60 FWD.  Jenkins Imports in Milwaukee has a large selection of these vehicles, and many more.

Not only does Volvo provide competitive fuel economy in their vehicles, but they are some of the safest vehicles in the country.  Volvo also offers a ‘BEST IN CLASS’ complimentary Factory Scheduled Maintenance coverage for the first 5 years or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first.  This offer is found in their Volvo Safe + Secure Coverage Plan available on all new 2012 model year Volvo vehicles sold in the U.S.

Don’t miss out on the SUMMER SALES EVENT going on right now at Jenkins Imports.  Where else can you find a large variety of the safest cars, best in class warranty coverage and a sales event which pays for your first 4 months of payments?  Make the short trip to I-43 at Capitol Drive.  Start your Journey at Jenkins, you won’t regret it!

Written by Local Vocal, Leaning Tree Marketing, on behalf of Jenkins Imports