Get Your Car Ready To Impress With These Quick Spring Cleaning Tips!

 

Now that spring is here, it's time to give your vehicle a good deep cleaning. Fortunately, deep cleaning doesn’t have to be time-consuming or expensive. Here are some practical tips to help you get a head-start on spring cleaning and ensure your vehicle looks shiny and new!

Wash your tires.

Your tires are often overlooked when it comes to car maintenance, but they should be cleaned regularly. Doing so will keep your tires looking their best while potentially extending their lifespan. Use a soft brush and soapy water to gently scrub away any dirt or debris stuck in the treads. Be sure to rinse off any soap residue after you're done!

Hand-wash the outside.

Hand-washing is the best way to keep your car looking in tip-top shape. Choose a mild soap specifically designed for cars and use two buckets — one with clean water and one with soapy water — to ensure there's no dirt on your sponge or cloth when washing your car’s exterior. Remember to dry off any excess water with a chamois cloth or microfiber towel.

Wipe down and vacuum the interior.

After hand-washing your vehicle’s exterior, it's time to move on to the interior. Wipe down all surfaces with an appropriate cleanser, followed by vacuuming all upholstery, carpets, mats, and crevices. If necessary, you can use an upholstery cleaner for stubborn stains on fabric surfaces.                                                                                                        

Deep clean the carpet and mats.   

When vacuuming is not enough for carpets or mats, it’s time for a deep clean! A steam cleaner is ideal for this job, as it will help remove tough stains without damaging sensitive fabrics or leather in your vehicle interior. If you don't own a steam cleaner, see if any local grocery stores or home improvement stores rent them out. 

Clean the windows.   

As a car owner, it's essential to keep your windows and mirrors clean. Not only does this help improve visibility while driving, but it also helps keep the exterior of your car looking great. You can clean your windows and mirrors with mild car wash soap and some water. 

You may need to use vinegar or an automotive glass cleaner for tougher built-up grime and dirt. If you're dealing with particularly tough spots, start by scraping off the loose dirt with a plastic razor blade before getting out the cleaning products. No matter the method you choose, be sure to dry off the glass surfaces entirely after washing them for optimal results!

Conclusion

Spring cleaning doesn't have to be hard work if you know what steps are necessary to get that like-new shine back into your vehicle! Follow our tips above to make sure that all areas of your vehicle are adequately cleaned from top to bottom before summer rolls around. You’ll be ready to cruise in the warmer weather with confidence!

 

The Secrets of Purchasing a Reliable Used Car

A reliable used car will save you money, time, and resale value. On the other side of that, an unreliable car will cost you money, time, and resale value. So is it worth going used over new? Well, the answer will vary depending on the situation, but any time you are able to confidently buy used, yeah, it’s worth it.

The key word is “confidence.” There are too many stories of people going to buy a used car, thinking they know enough about the quality of the vehicle, only to end up dumping tons of money into it because it was a lemon. Confidently buying a used car means you have done your research; you know what to look and listen for; and you know the right price to pay. Getting to this point before buying a used car takes a little time and effort, but it is worth it.

Buying a pre-owned car can be tricky. When living in a city the size of Charlotte, things can become daunting. But the risks taken can often be minimized, or even eliminated, simply by following a few basic rules. Here are a few tips for buying a pre-owned car to get you going in the right direction:

• Research the Car You Want

What car do you see yourself driving? (And don’t sell yourself short.) Sure a Bugatti might be out of the question, but if you have always wanted a Lexus SUV, don’t rule it out because you think it’s out of the budget. Then again, it might be out of your range, but the point is, you have to start someone in your search so why not begin with what you really want. Maybe make a list of your top four—that way, if one ends up being too pricy, you can quickly move to the next one.

Once you have a car in mind, spend time cruising around the internet doing some fact-finding. Look especially for things to watch out for in conjunction with your specific make and model, and narrow down your search as you go. Read through comparison guides and reviews on sites like kbb.org and caranddriver.com. You can also find reviews and blogs of used vehicles on various dealer websites like ours at Liberty Buick GMC.

Once you find what you like, stay firm in the "must-haves" (such as manual or automatic transmission, number of miles, engine size, etc.), but also be willing to budge on the smaller things. There is plenty of information out there, you just have to take the time to find it.

• Know What to Spend and Have Cash in Hand

Begin by finding the highest and lowest price-points for the car you want. Do this by visiting the same websites you did when searching for a car—KBB and Car and Driver. Be sure and click “Private Seller” if you are not buying from a dealership. Once you have your price range, it’s not a bad idea to talk to a professional, such as one of Liberty Buick’s sales technicians, to double-check your prices. Now you are ready to buy.

It’s difficult to say no to cold, hard cash. Having only the cash you intend to spend in your pocket also keeps you honest with yourself, as you can’t be persuaded to spend more since you only have the cash you brought with you. It’s also a good idea to have cash when out looking at possible purchases because you never know when someone will swoop in and buy the car while you’re off to the bank. What’s more, since it’s tough to turn down cash, the possibility for you to underbid a vehicle is a little better.

•  Get a Professional Assessment 

Having a professional look over a potential used-car purchase is often replaced with a few hardy kicks to a tire and a peep under the hood. Unless you are a mechanic—an actual mechanic who works on actual cars as a career—you need to find a trustworthy one.

It can be time consuming to take a possible car purchase to a trusted mechanic, but it’s well worth it. In fact, it’s probably the most important thing you can do. No matter what the vehicle history says, or how you felt during the test drive, why not take the time and pay the $50-$100 it takes to have a professional scour through every inch to find anything potentially wrong or worrisome? There are plenty of shops in Charlotte that are trustworthy and fairly priced, such as Kirk Brown & Sons Expert Auto Repair and any of our technicians at Liberty Buick GMC.

• The Dealer Knows Best

There are many options for quality used vehicles in the Charlotte, Matthews area. And once you have done your research, you should find that buying from a dealership is the most reliable option. This way you can avoid individuals trying to scam or con you into buying a lemon. And, the dealership will have certified paperwork proving that what they are selling you is as advertised. Still, there are a few best practices that can guarantee a successful purchase. 

It is important to understand that a purchase of this sort is a contract. And before this contract is agreed upon, the buyer needs to consider the following three negotiating terms of the sale:

1. No matter how good the condition of the vehicle seems to be, you need to have the car inspected. This doesn’t have to take long. After a test-drive and peruse of the inside and out, the vehicle is plugged in and diagnosed. Mechanics use what is called an On-Board Diagnostics test, or OBD, to monitor a car’s computer system. When plugging the OBD into a car, the vehicle begins to communicate any trouble codes the system has stored—any time something goes wrong with a car, a message is sent and stored in the car’s computer.

The dealership should have a mechanic on site who can conduct a thorough inspection of your vehicle. Be sure to take a copy of the report for your files.

2. Create a detailed contract to be signed by both you and the seller. The notion of handing over a homemade contract might seem a little silly, but this is serious business with a lot of money on the line. In this contract, include details such as if the car is being sold “as is,” or if there are applied warranties. If there are warranties still tied to the vehicle, be sure and list them all, as well as, how much they are and how long they will last. Just remember, there is no detail too small to be included in this contract. List the date, the time, who is present, and have everyone sign and date.

3. Lastly, it is important to understand that nothing is final until the contract is signed by both the seller and the purchaser. And, as the purchaser, you mustn't sign anything until the vehicle you are getting is completely as you want it. For example, do not sign a contract with an agreement that the seller will include new tires but has not yet done so. No matter how trustworthy a person seems to be, big purchases like this must be done in complete and done the right way.

Pre-Owned Vehicles at Liberty Buick

Among the many makes and models of our used cars, one that stands out is the 2018 Buick Regal. And we have a variety of Regal models ranging in price from $24,000 to $36,000.

Why the Regal? Because it has plenty to offer. For one, it saves you money by cutting back on trips to the gas station. 21 miles-per-gallon in the city and 29 highway keep cash in your pocket and allow for longer ride times. Add in the fact the 2018 Regal wagon comfortably seats five passengers and has over 73 cubic feet of storage space, and it's already pretty appealing.

Inside the 2018 Buick Regal there are soft-touch surfaces and premium materials throughout, making this wagon the most modern and luxurious in its class. Let’s have a closer look:

• The rear seats can fold 60/40 or 40/20/40, which enables passengers to arrange storage space in a variety of ways. Up front and directly behind there is more than enough room to stretch and relax and just enjoy the ultra-smooth ride.
•  The Quiet Tuning technology incorporates acoustic laminated front, side, and windshield glass, triple door sealing, and innovative suspension tuning to block out exterior noise.
• There is dual-zone climate control that automatically keeps two separate temperatures, one on the driver’s side and the other for the passenger. These temps can be preset or changed at any time.
• To top it off, the 2018 Buick Regal wagon has excellent sound with Bose Premium Audio, which has been modernized for seamless connectivity and performance.

The 2018 Buick Regal has a unique look. It resembles something of a low-sitting luxury sports car rather than what comes to mind when the word “wagon” is thrown around. Its rugged styling and sleek line-work, combined with multiple exterior features, scream adventure. Here are a few highlights:

• The sturdy, yet lightweight, aluminum roof rails and crossbars make it simple to attach and carry anything from bicycles, to kayaks, to luggage. This wonderful feature opens up even more space inside, allowing for more passengers or even more room for gear.
• The hands-free power liftgate comes with an LED sensor that reflects on the ground so you can see exactly where to hover your foot. Then, watch the back hatch open and close on its own. This makes grocery shopping and kid carrying so much easier and fun.
• Signature LED headlights come with auto-leveling technology, an advanced system to keep the path in front of you always perfectly lit. There are also fog lights and the new Arrival Sequence, which lights up the car as you approach (this is a great safety feature for those nights when you have to walk to your car alone. Just hit a button and the lights turn on). 

The combination of a push-button start and keyless entry keeps you, well…keyless. No bundle of keys to keep up with, to lose or forget. Now, it’s just buttons to be pushed and you are on your way. It does not get more modern than this.

Once you have done your research and you know the price you want to pay, come see us at Liberty Buick. We’ll get you in the (reliable and used) car of your dreams.

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Black Friday Meets an Already-Cost-Effective 2020 GMC Terrain

The day after Thanksgiving is well known for attracting droves of American shoppers to retail stores. Considered to be the kickoff to the holiday season, Black Friday now spans over virtually all sectors of retail, and you can find deals on anything from electronics and toys to musical instruments and clothing. And with the prominence of online shopping, a single-day event has gradually turned into an entire weekend of sales that extend well into Cyber Monday.

However, retail isn’t the only industry that participates in Black Friday. Did you know that a significant number of shoppers look elsewhere for their deals in late November? Over the last decade or so, these heightened shopping trends have spilled over into the automotive market, with dealerships everywhere offering steep discounts on much—if not all—of their models.
This competition among manufacturers and dealerships creates a great opportunity for people who are in the market for a new vehicle. In fact, you can find some of the best car deals of the year throughout most of November.
Here at Liberty Buick GMC, we’re not holding back on the discounts and incentives this November. We’ve got deals going for tons of brand-new models, and we would love for you to come by and see for yourself. Actually, we’ve got one of the most cost-effective vehicles on the market in stock—the 2020 GMC Terrain. And with additional discounts available, you would be hard-pressed to find another vehicle that offers you this kind of bang for your buck.

What makes the 2020 GMC Terrain so cost-effective? We’ll discuss that here, along with many other characteristics of the one-of-a-kind SUV:

Overview of the 2020 GMC Terrain 
The 2020 GMC Terrain is in a crowded class of compact SUVs. Competition is fierce from popular models like the Honda CR-V, Mazda CX-5, Volkswagen Tiguan, and Toyota RAV4; yet, the Terrain holds its own and offers buyers several characteristics not found in other vehicles.
Some describe it as a more upscale version of its sibling—the Chevrolet Equinox. But the Terrain is more than that; it’s an SUV that sets itself apart from the rest of the class with everything from its standard safety features to its attractive design to its tech options. Oh, and its fuel efficiency, among other things, makes it one of the most cost-effective vehicles you can buy today.
The Terrain still comes in four different trims (SL, SLE, SLT, and Denali), but GMC has made some notable changes to the vehicle for 2020. Along with tweaking a few features here and there, the all-wheel-drive models are no longer available with a diesel engine. However, buyers can still opt for a diesel engine on the front-wheel-drive versions of the SLE and SLT trims. Most appealing, perhaps, are the changes to its standard safety features. In recent years, features such as automatic high-beam lights, automatic emergency braking, forward-collision alert, and lane-keep assistance were optional; now, they come stock.

Let’s get into some of the details of what makes the 2020 GMC Terrain so special:

A Distinct Exterior 
The Terrain is a great-looking vehicle. As far as shape and size go, it does share some similarities with the Equinox. However, the Terrain has a distinct design that won’t be mistaken for any other vehicle. It looks refined and unquestionably luxurious with a graceful blend of sharp and rounded character lines, C-shape LED lighting, and squared-off grille. Its overall appearance is attention-getting yet easy to the palate.
There are nine colors available for the 2020 Terrain:

• Smokey Quartz Metallic
• Graphite Gray Metallic
• Ebony Twilight Metallic
• Red Quartz Tintcoat
• Summit White
• Satin Steel Metallic
• Blue Emerald Metallic
• Quicksilver Metallic
• White Frost Tricoat

Buyers who are looking for a more aggressive exterior should consider the Elevation Edition, which is available with the Graphite Gray Metallic, Ebony Twilight Metallic, Summit White, and Satin Steel Metallic colors. The Elevation Edition Terrain features a darkened grille, black roof rails and mirror caps, black exterior accents and trim badging, and 19” gloss-black aluminum wheels.

A Handsome and Functional Interior 
Like other GMC models, the 2020 Terrain has got it going on in the interior. It comfortably seats five (with impressive legroom in the back row), and there’s ample space for cargo; actually, it’s among the top of the class in terms of cargo space. Much of this is due to 60/40 split-folding rear seats and an optional fold-flat front seat. With the back seats up, there are 29.6 cubic feet of cargo space behind the back row, and that space grows to 63.3 cubic feet when you fold down the back seats. Fold down the front passenger seat, and you can fit objects as long as eight feet in the vehicle.
The interior of the 2020 Terrain also looks really good. The cabin is nothing less than what you would expect from a luxury vehicle, with high-quality design and materials throughout, especially in the SLT and Denali trims. All trims come standard with aluminum trim and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.
Whether you opt for cloth or leather upholstery, the seat cushioning is sufficient, and you can increase comfort with features like advanced heated seats (which allow you to heat both the bottom and back cushion or only the bottom cushion) and power-adjustable seats.

Lots of Standard Safety Features 
Though the 2020 Terrain comes wrapped in arresting style, one of its most impressive characteristics is how safe it is. It’s arguably as safe as any compact SUV on the market, and GMC added tons of standard safety features to the Terrain in 2020. General Motors calls the new package of active safety technology “Pro Safety,” and it comes on all four trims of the Terrain.
The Pro Safety suite includes automatic high-beam lights (IntelliBeam headlamps), automatic emergency braking, forward-collision alert, lane-keep assistance, lane departure warning, following distance indicator, and front pedestrian braking.

There are also plenty of other safety features buyers can add by opting for the Driver Alert package. These features include:

Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert
The main purpose of this feature is to help you prevent side-swiping and other types of accidents. Whenever you’re about to change lanes—or are in the midst of changing lanes—lights on your side mirrors alert you if there’s a vehicle in or quickly approaching your blind spot.

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
This comes into play when you are reversing your vehicle, especially in parking lots. If there’s a vehicle approaching your vicinity (left or right), you will see an indicator symbol on your rear vision camera screen. Rear cross-traffic is detected through radar sensors on the back of the Terrain.

Adaptive Cruise Control
This technology uses cameras to automatically adapt your vehicle’s cruise control speed to keep a safe distance between you and the vehicles ahead of you. In short, it makes cruise control even safer and more convenient.

Front and Rear Park Assist
This feature also uses radar sensors to help drivers in parking lots. When you’re driving at low speeds and trying to park, the feature will give you distance alerts to nearby vehicles and objects so that you can safely park.

Safety Alert Seat
The Safety Alert Seat is one of the cooler safety features offered on the 2020 Terrain. In essence, it allows you to replace crash avoidance beeps with vibration pulses on the bottom of the driver’s seat.

Teen Driver System 
This feature was created to help teenage drivers develop safe driving habits. When it’s set up, you can activate Teen Driver mode with your key fob. So, if you have a teen driver in your family, the vehicle will provide advice and feedback throughout the driving experience, and it will even produce a report card. Furthermore, you can control which vehicle features are available and which cannot be turned off during Teen Driver mode.
It’s also worth noting the conventional safety features that buyers will find on the new Terrain:

• Driver, Passenger, Front Head, Rear Head, and Front Side Airbags
• Electronic Stability Control
• Traction Control
• Anti-Lock Brake System
• Daytime Running Lights

Top-Notch Crash Test Results 
The safety doesn't end with the features when it comes to the 2020 GMC Terrain, as it received top marks for almost every category. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gave it a five-star overall rating (out of five), as well as five stars in the front and side crash tests. Its only imperfect score was four stars in the rollover test, but it was evaluated to have only an 18.5% rollover risk.
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has yet to evaluate the 2020 Terrain, but the 2019 model was given a “Good” (the highest rating) in all tests administered.

Great Fuel Efficiency
One of the main reasons why the 2020 GMC Terrain is such a cost-effective vehicle is that it gets great gas mileage. Buyers have a choice between two four-cylinder engines: a 1.5-liter good for 170 hp and 203 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.0-liter that produces 252 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque. Both of the engines are turbocharged and matched with a nine-speed automatic transmission.
The 1.5-liter engine provides 30 MPG highway, 26 MPG city, and 28 MPG combined, while the 2.0-liter gives you 28 MPG highway, 22 MPG city, and 24 MPG combined.

Trims and Prices 
As previously mentioned, the 2020 GMC Terrain is available in four trim levels: SL, SLE, SLT, and Denali. Let’s discuss some of the main features and prices involved with each one:

The SL
The SL is the Terrain’s base model, and it starts at $25,000 MSRP. For a base model, the Terrain SL comes with a lot of features. Safety-wise, it includes front pedestrian braking, forward-collision warning, and automatic emergency braking, all of which are new to this year’s model. It comes with many other safety features as well, such as a rear-view camera system, automatic high-beams, lane-keep assistance, lane departure warning, following distance indicator, and GMC’s Teen Driver system.
Technology-wise, the Terrain SL includes a six-speaker audio system, 7” touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth connectivity, WiFi hotspot, four USB ports, proximity keyless entry, and push-button start. Oh, and it throws in a leather-wrapped steering wheel for good measure.

The SLE
Going up to the Terrain SLE, the price starts at $28,400. There aren’t a lot of added standard features. However, this is where the buyers are eligible for a slew of upgrade packages, including upgrades to styling, seating, the infotainment system, and safety.

The SLT
The SLT comes in at $31,200 and has several notable standard features. First of all, leather seats and remote start come stock. Also standard is dual-zone automatic climate control, power-adjustable driver’s seat, and heated front seats. Buyers of the SLT will also get a bigger touchscreen, along with other infotainment upgrades, and satellite radio capability.

The Denali
Like other GMC models, the Denali is the most luxurious trim of the Terrain. Starting at $38,300, this trim comes stock with the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, a heated steering wheel, powered front seats (both), and a hands-free liftgate.
This is also the trim that provides the most safety features, with additions like lane change alert with side blind zone alert, front and rear park assist, rear cross-traffic alert, and safety alert seat. Moreover, buyers of the Terrain Denali will get a seven-speaker Bose audio system, HD radio, and navigation.

If you’re looking for a great all-around SUV that makes sense economically, look no further than the 2020 GMC Terrain. And be sure to come by Liberty Buick GMC during our Black Friday sales event. We guarantee we’ll have the best deals you can find on all-new GMC models. We look forward to seeing you!

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2018 Buick Regal TourX: The Adventure Wagon You Didn't See Coming

What the world needs now is another wagon, and Buick is happy to oblige. With the launch of the Regal TourX in 2018, the comfortable car maker brought about an all-wheel drive contender designed more for the outdoor adventurer than the highway slow lane.

Want to hit the bike trails but not ready to forgo your Frappuccino? The TourX is for you. Going skiing in the morning then picking up friends for après-ski at the lodge? The TourX is for you. Taking your father-in-law skeet-shooting in the afternoon and then the whole family out to dinner in the evening? The TourX is for you.

"It's close, but the Regal provides most of the capability of the Outback, in a more attractive and more efficient package, and it's nicer to drive," writes MotorTrend.

It had seemed that Subaru had cornered the sport-wagon market. The Outback became ubiquitous in every mountain town, and a Forester redesign followed its success. Retirees and soccer moms rejoiced, and older Subarus were passed down amongst the generations. The Crosstrek reclaimed some much-needed cool points, and the Ascent cruised right up to (and perhaps a bit over) the line across which a crossover crosses into being a SUV. However, the exclusively all-wheel-drive maker also climbed into a higher price bracket - one in which buyers have come to expect a little more luxe. Starting prices for Subaru's wagon fleet are $21,895 (Crosstrek), $22,795 (Forester), $26,345 (Outback) and $31,955 (Ascent). A topped-out Outback Touring with heated leather seats and Apple CarPlay comes in around $39,000.

The Regal TourX - designed to directly compete with the Outback given slightly more headroom (front and back) and cargo room (with seats folded flat) - comes in three trim packages. The top level Essence starts at $35,070 with heated leather seats and Apple CarPlay plus an available Bose premium 8-speaker system, panoramic moonroof, remote vehicle starter system, infotainment package, leather seats, and a slew of safety features for closer to $41,000. The base line TourX starts at $29,070, and the Preferred model starts at $32,670. Gas mileage is estimated at 21 mpg in the city, 29 mpg on the highway.

Unfortunately, no trim package offers the wood-paneled doors of Buick's last wagon - the Roadmaster Estate, an 18-foot-long, V8 last made 22 years ago. For what it's worth though, the TourX is seven inches longer than the Subaru Outback.

Like Subarus, the TourX comes with body cladding and a raised suspension - 5.7 inches of clearance vs. 8.7 on the Outback. Engine models can vary, with the standard Outback running a 2.5-liter flat-four with 175 hp and 170 lb-ft of torque and the Outback Touring built on a 3.6-liter flat-six with 256 hp and 247-lb of torque. Buick's TourX powertrain is a 2.0-liter turbo-four with 250 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque on an eight-speed auto.

"Its 2.0-liter engine and eight-speed auto combination is a good one; the turbocharged four-cylinder is gutsy and powerful while still managing to be smooth and quiet," writes MotorTrend. "The Regal's transmission doesn't make any pretense of being sporty, but it shifts smartly and isn't afraid to kick down a gear or two if need be."

Translation? The TourX is less aggressive but no less capable. MotorTrend clocked the TourX doing 0 to 60 mph in 6.3 seconds, taking the quarter mile in 14.7 seconds at 94.7 mph, and running a figure-eight test lap in 26.2 seconds.

"The Regal TourX rides and handles well, too," writes MotorTrend. "The American wagon's suspension is soft and compliant like the Subaru's but without the Outback's body roll through corners. Steering is nice, too-light yet responsive."

Controls are designed to make the driving/adventuring experience comfortable and easy. The ride is quiet. There are switches in the cargo area to automatically fold down rear seats and tie-downs that slide on a track built into the load floor. Standard integrated aluminum roof rails and optional dealer-installed accessory cargo cross bars make carrying gear easy. (Liberty Buick GMC is providing cargo cross bars on all its in-stock TourX models.) Buick has indicated the TourX can tow up to 1,000 lbs.

"This Buick is a solid vehicle," writes Kristen Lee of Jalopnik. "Yes, the interior isn't draped in buttery-soft leather and isn't sound-proofed to the point where you wouldn't hear a bomb go off in the near vicinity, but it feels well-built, is comfortable and won't make you feel guilty for throwing a muddy mountain bike or a couple of slobbery dogs in the back. Because that's what it's for."

The Buick Regal TourX is a car that we here at Liberty Buick GMC were excited to see launched and we specifically chose to bring several of to our lot - just about one in every color. While the Outback paint choices include Cinnamon Brown and Wilderness Green, the TourX turns heads in Sport Red, Smoked Pearl Metallic, and Dark Moon Blue Metallic.

Curious about the Regal but not quite drawn to what amounts to a wagon? Check out the Buick Regal Sportback.

"The new Buick Regal Sportback is a car that defies expectations," writes Car & Driver. "It looks like a stylish sedan, but it's actually a hatchback with an SUV-rivaling amount of cargo space. It wears the all-American Buick badge, yet it's based on the Europe-market Opel Insignia."

Also part of the Regal line is the GS, which offers massaging front seats and interactive drive control settings on a V6 engine with 310 hp.

Manufacturer offers on the Regal include an up to $1,500 cash allowance when you finance through GM. This offer is available through Sept. 4, 2018.

Why not come test drive a Regal? It's a great time to visit the dealership. The Carolina Panthers have named Buick/GMC the team's official cars and trucks, and Liberty Buick GMC is participating in the Ultimate Tailgate Giveaway Sweepstakes.

During the regular football season, nine weekly winners will be selected - one after each of the Carolina Panthers' home games. The Ultimate Tailgate Giveaway Sweepstakes package includes a Big Green Egg "Mini EGG" tailgate grill; a YETI Tundra 110 cooler; and two tickets to the last regular season home game where one previous winner will be awarded a brand new 2019 Sierra 1500!

To register to win, you must visit one of the participating dealerships across North Carolina or go to a Carolina Panthers' home game at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers' home game schedule is as follows:

Pre-Season
Aug. 17 vs. Miami Dolphins
Aug. 24 vs. New England Patriots

Regular Season

Sept. 9 vs. Dallas Cowboys
Sept. 23 vs. Cincinnati Bengals
Oct. 7 vs. New York Giants
Oct. 28 vs. Baltimore Ravens
Nov. 4 vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Nov. 25 vs Seattle Seahawks
Dec. 17 vs New Orleans Saints
Dec. 23 Atlanta Falcons

Liberty Buick GMC would love to have a winner from our dealership! You can enter to win each week. Come visit our sales team and a member will walk you through the registration process. Weekly winners are awarded on Mondays after a Panthers home game.

Our sales department is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday and we are located at 9028 East Independence Boulevard just outside Charlotte. Visit us online at clickliberty.com or call 704.708.8000.

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What a Greek Mathematician and a Public Art Project Have to Do With Car Tires

The new rhombicosidodecahedron is at Squirrel Lake Park.

Liberty Buick GMC enjoys a prime location between Charlotte and Matthews. While we don't always have time to get out for a walk – and frankly we do a lot of walking around the car lot anyway – when we do head out and explore on foot, we like to head to somewhere green.

Near Squirrel Lake Park, Matthews has the Four Mile Creek Greenway, which connects the park to downtown and neighborhoods along East John Street and South Trade Street. The greenway is the first in the town. While its name may suggest that one might travel four miles along its course, it would take a trip down and back to come close. The Four Mile Creek Greenway is 1.93 miles long.

Four Mile Creek greenway recently got its very own rhombicosidodecahedron. It's a word that rolls right off the tongue just like Enclave, Regal, Yukon, and Terrain. Right?

But just what is a rhombicosidodecahedron? Our team at Liberty Buick GMC gave it some guesses.

"A general." — Debbie Briant, business development representative

"A dinosaur." — Ken Gregory, used car manager

"An elephant." — Brad McCorkle, general manager

"A half rhinoceros, half horse." — Ben Downs, salesman

"A geometric shape." — Eric Beckner, business development manager

"A waterfall." — Rob Mullis, salesman

"A penguin." — Jacob Maynes, service advisor

"A 12-sided shape with 4 rhombi." — Maddy McCorkle, owner's daughter

"A dinosaur." — Jed Galic, service technician

"A fire hydrant." — Steve Lee, salesman

Those who loved math class or studied Latin in school have an advantage when it comes to the etymology of rhombicosidodecahedron. In other words, there are clues within the word itself. Remember geometry and the shapes rhombus — a four-sided shape with all sides the same length — and decahedron — a 10-sided shape? Well a rhombicosidodecahedron is an Archimedian solid, featuring 20 regular triangle faces, 30 square faces, 12 regular pentagon faces, 60 vertices and 120 edges. 

Archimedes was a Greek mathematician, physicist, engineer, inventor, and astronomer. You might know his work – he derived an accurate approximation of the mathematical constant pi (3.14159…), which is used in figuring out the area of a circle.

Just think about it. The reason we can calculate the size difference in tires for a 2018 GMC Sierra versus a 2018 Buick Lacrosse is because of this guy!

Fun fact: the 22-letter rhombicosidodecahedron was featured in Season 8 of the television show “The Big Bang Theory" as the answer to an impromptu science quiz in the characters' Sheldon and Leonard's living room.

The rhombicosidodecahedron in Matthews is the latest addition to the town's public art collection. The small, red metal sculpture is on display near the Four Mile Creek greenway's entrance to Squirrel Lake Park. Artist and former engineer Robert Sebrosky, of Matthews, donated the piece.

Want to see the rhombicosidodecahedron in person? Let's go take a test drive. Squirrel Lake Park is just 15 minutes from the dealership.

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2018 Buick Regal: The Surprising Equivalent to a Family Station Wagon

Though the classic station wagon has never truly disappeared, this year it arrives with a new look and impressive features. The all-new 2018 Buick Regal now comes as a luxury station wagon, and it is every bit as good as it sounds. Erase that image of a clunky, massive hunk of metal sputtering down the road and stop over and see us at Liberty Buick GMC today to test drive the newly refined and modernized Buick Regal wagon.

Some of us can still remember those long family road trips in the old station wagon. There was that third-row seating that faced backwards, which seemed to expedite car sickness as the lucky back-seat passenger watched the road and telephone poles move in the opposite direction. The wagons of old were huge metal boxes, built like tanks, that seemed to last forever. They may have been ugly clunkers, but they were roomy and comfortable and low enough to the ground that it was easy to get in and out. The innovators at Buick remember what it was like riding in the family wagon. This is why they decided to recreate it in a way that capitalizes on the good aspects and eliminates those less desirable ones. No more bulky mess with drab interior. This year, Buick is proud to introduce the 2018 Regal wagon, and at Liberty Buick GMC we have plenty in all sorts of colors and trims for you to choose from.

2018 Buick Regal Specs 

Starting at only $29,070 the all-new Regal wagon has plenty to offer. For one, it saves you money by cutting back on trips to the gas station. 21 miles-per-gallon in the city and 29 highway keep cash in your pocket and allow for longer ride times. Add in the fact the 2018 Regal wagon comfortably seats five passengers, and has over 73 cubic feet of storage space, and it’s already pretty appealing. That’s not all though, not even close. Buick went all out for the 2018 Regal wagon. Here are a few more highlights:

It comes in eight premium exterior colors-

·         Summit White

·         Sport Red

·         Ebony Twilight Metallic

·         Quicksilver Metallic

·         Smoked Pearl Metallic

·         Dark Moon Blue Metallic

·         Rioja Red Metallic

·         White Frost Tricoat

It is offered in three different trim levels-

·         TOURX: priced at $29,070 and comes with a 2.0-liter Turbo Engine along with Start/Stop Technology. It has an active twin clutch and intelligent all-wheel-drive. Sits on 18-inch aluminum wheels, and comes with Buick’s QuietTuning Technology to keep your drive extra quiet.

·         PREFERED: this trim level begins at $32,670 and offers the same features as the TOURX, plus a few extras. There’s an auto-dimming interior rearview mirror. A leather-wrapped steering wheel, and an 8-way power driver seat with 2-way power lumbar.

·         ESSENCE: this is the Regal wagon’s top level and it begins at $35,070. It comes with all the features of the PREFERED, but adds a few extras, like leather-appointed seating and a heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel. It also has a 40/20/40 split-folding rear seat to give you some extra stowage space.

Interior 

Inside the 2018 Buick Regal there are soft-touch surfaces and premium materials throughout, making this wagon the most modern and luxurious in its class. Let’s have a closer look:

·         The rear seats can fold 60/40 or 40/20/40, which enables passengers to arrange storage space in a variety of ways. Up front and directly behind there is more than enough room to stretch and relax and just enjoy the ultra-smooth ride.

·         The QuietTuning technology incorporates acoustic laminated front, side, and windshield glass, triple door sealing, and innovative suspension tuning to block out exterior noise.

·         There is dual-zone climate control that automatically keeps two separate temperatures, one on the driver’s side and the other for the passenger. These temps can be preset or changed at any time.

·         To top it off, the 2018 Buick Regal wagon has excellent sound with Bose Premium Audio, which has been modernized for seamless connectivity and performance.

Exterior 

The 2018 Buick Regal has a unique look. It resembles something of a low-sitting luxury sports car rather than what comes to mind when the word “wagon” is thrown around. Its rugged styling and sleek line-work, combined with multiple exterior features, scream adventure. Here are a few highlights:

·         The sturdy, yet lightweight, aluminum roof rails and cross bars make it simple to attach and carry anything from bicycles, to kayaks, to luggage. This wonderful feature opens up even more space inside, allowing for more passengers or even more room for gear.

·         The hands-free power liftgate comes with an LED sensor that reflects on the ground so you can see exactly where to hover your foot. Then, watch the back hatch open and close on its own. This makes grocery shopping and kid carrying so much easier and fun.

·         Signature LED headlights come with auto-leveling technology, an advanced system to keep the path in front of you always perfectly lit. There are also fog lights and the new Arrival Sequence, which lights up the car as you approach (this is a great safety feature for those nights when you have to walk to your car alone. Just hit a button and the lights turn on).  

·         The combination of a push-button start and keyless entry keeps you, well…keyless. No bundle of keys to keep up with, to lose or forget. Now, it’s just buttons to be pushed and you are on your way. It does not get more modern than this.

If you are still not convinced Buick’s modern station wagon is the perfect car for you, here are five quick reasons to come test drive a 2018 Buick Regal today:

1.      Versatility. When cruising around in the 2018 Buick Regal it can be difficult to tell if you’re driving a sports car, crossover, or luxury sedan. The Regal wagon can haul, hustle, or just look good.

2.      Dynamics. Though the Regal wagon is long, it is also lean. Not only that, it sits low. All this equates to easy loading and unloading, plus compact parking and swift maneuverability.

3.      Fuel Economy. The all-new Regal offers sporty driving, the room of a minivan or SUV, and yet somehow still saves you money at the pump. Leave it to Buick to crack the code and create a car that has it all.

4.      Capability. The wide wheelbase and broad posture make taking tight corners a breeze in the 2018 Regal. Throw in all-wheel-drive and you might as well get some friends together and go mudding out on your favorite trail.

5.      Style. One of the most impressive aspects to the 2018 Buick Regal is its look. Arguably, Buick has never made such a modern looking vehicle. The sharp front-end, the impressive line work, even the colorful, yet tasteful Buick emblem in the grille, it all looks authentically luxurious.

It has arrived. The modern station wagon, full of grit and surprises, is ready to hit the road. Don’t waste time deciding between something too big and expensive or another classless car when you can save money on something luxurious and unique. Come see us at Liberty Buick GMC Trucks today and test drive America’s new station wagon.

-Andrae Bergeron