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A feast for the sensesThe brand new Peugeot 508 GT
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* 9.9 l/100km based on average fuel economy. Results will vary. ** $40,990 price based on Falcon XT and includes on road costs.
“There’s really no compromise”
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“With less fuel stops”
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Ultimate Motor GroupCnr Pollen & Richmond Sts | Thames | 07 868 6439 | www.umg.co.nzA� er Hours: Brett Davies 07 868 5200 or 0272 906 662
Litre/100km
*
* 9.9 l/100km based on average fuel economy. Results will vary. ** $40,990 price based on Falcon XT and includes on road costs.
“There’s really no compromise”
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“With less fuel stops”
$40,990**
Ultimate Motor GroupCnr Pollen & Richmond Sts | Thames | 07 868 6439 | www.umg.co.nzA� er Hours: Brett Davies 07 868 5200 or 0272 906 662
Litre/100km
*
* 9.9 l/100km based on average fuel economy. Results will vary. ** $40,990 price based on Falcon XT and includes on road costs.
“There’s really no compromise”
FALCONFROM
DRIVE AWAY
“With less fuel stops”
$40,990**
Ultimate Motor GroupCnr Pollen & Richmond Sts | Thames | 07 868 6439 | www.umg.co.nzA� er Hours: Brett Davies 07 868 5200 or 0272 906 662
*Price shown excludes on road costs. Off er available until March 31, 2011.
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Inside Bay Driver this week:New face at Farmer Autovillage 2
Peugeot 508 4
Buying a car under $10,000 8-9
Farmer Autovillage 12
Gabrielle Gundry trains at the top 15
Mark RouseMark Rouse
New face for prestige vehicles in Tauranga
Mount Maunganui Farmer Autovillage managing director Mike Farmer is pleased to announce the appointment of Warren Carter as
the new general manager for prestige brands at the dealership, responsible
for Audi, Volkswagen and Skoda.
Warren has recently moved to Tauranga from Auckland, where for the last three years he was New Zealand manager for a computer software company, supplying to the motor industry.
Prior to that, Warren had enjoyed a long career in management and sales at motor vehicle dealerships in Auckland, including part ownership of a major Nissan franchise and ten years as general manager of a Toyota franchise in Manukau City.
Warren says he was attracted to the role because of the Tauranga lifestyle and Farmer Autovillage’s progressive approach to business.
“I like the fact that this is a family-owned business, but one that is run within a modern corporate structure. The future looks very exciting.”
Prestigious brands are currently enjoying excellent sales. Volkswagen, in particular, is experiencing excellent growth with new models being continually introduced to the market. “Their advancements in diesel tech-nology are proving very popular with buyers because of the increased fuel effi ciency they achieve,” says Warren.
In fact, both Audi and Volkswagen have been at the top of the New Zealand prestige brand sales charts for the last four years.
Warren is looking forward to continuing to promote these premium brands through Farmer Autovillage and to building long-term relationships with customers.
“Surpassing people’s expectations is not always easy, but it is what we strive for here.”
Customers are warmly invited to call in and meet Warren or phone to fi nd out the latest news on Audi, Skoda or Volkswagen 07 578 6017.
Warren Carter, General Manager, Prestige Brands at Farmer Autovillage.
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After two of the three Audi vehicles were in-volved in serious incidents early on, all hopes were pinned on the Audi R18 TDI driven by Marcel Fassler, Andre Lotterer, and Benoit Treyluyer. And despite a valiant effort from
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Some things you know that you canalways count on - one is change,the other - the Jacobson's! Over 50years ago Vern Jacobsonlaunched a life time of service tothe Bay of Plenty's motoringindustry when he opened thefamily dealership from a smallhouse on the existing site. Just 6cars sat on the yard.
In the 80's and, with many yearsexperience from both within andbeyond the car industry, Grant andCraig joined Dad in the the familybus iness in w i th a g rea tunderstanding of their customer'srequirements and the need tochange as the market changes.
Fast forward to 2011 and lastmonth, having successfully soldthe Hyundai Franchise, Grant andCraig are delighted to launch thenext phase of their business life.Still conveniently located on thecorner of 8 Ave and CameronRoad, the Jacobson's will now beknow as 'JacobsonAutos'.
Director Grant Jacobson says thefocus of their latest businessventure is to offer the public a newlevel of quality used cars.
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The new venture for theJacobson's allows them to dowhat they do best – offer a very
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'We have worked tirelessly tosource the very best low kilometreimports' 'We have alsobeen able to source quality NewZealand used cars and Hyundai'sthat will also feature on JacobsonAuto's yard'.
personal yet professional servicethat is rarely seen in the motoringindustry today.
The new line up at JacobsonAutos is in response to customerrequests and features a greatselection of people movers, vans,cars and 4 x 4's plus they'reoffering up to a 36 monthmechanical breakdown insurance
“We've taken the time to talk toBay of Plenty car buyers to gain abetter understanding of exactlywhat they want. We want tocontinue our reputation of doingthings above and beyond whatmost car buyers expect. We'vesurvived in this tenuous industryfor all these years because wehave strong family values and webelieve in making it an absolutepleasure to do business with us,that's why we always go the extramile for our customers.”
on all vehicles and easy financeoptions through Motor TradeFinance and Marac.
Grant says it's vital they offertheir customers quality vehicles.“Our mechanical breakdowninsurance ensures peace of mindmechanical protection whenbuying off us, so if you're in themarket for a quality used car –come and see us – the coffee'shot and the smile's huge. In factour slogan says it all –
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Peugeot’s latest mid-size sedan offers a beautifully sculpted and refi ned exterior and an engine within that delivers improved performance and
fuel economy.Seven years ago, Peugeot shrugged off its
conservative image with the introduction of the eye-catching 407. With that distinctive front grille and long, extended bonnet area posing a potential parking challenge, it was a car that begged to be looked at, walked around and then argued over about how much one either loved or hated it.
The 407 also did something else. It blazed a trail for Euro-sourced diesel powered cars and Kiwis took to it in droves…the Peu-geot diesel burner became a highly popular option. As a company, Peugeot did much to educate the motoring media about the smart fi ltration technology and sheer effi ciency of this new breed of diesel – and in the process, really threw down the challenge for other motoring marques.
The 407 was also a very well spec’d cruiser, particularly in its spacious wagon design, which opened up the market to those who may have been aspiring for the cachet of a Euro car, but could not quite stretch to a “Beemer or Merc”. With the 407 history behind it, Peugeot has angled for a more conservative styling in its replacement, pro-ducing the stunning new 508.
Quieter and more powerfulFirst impressions indicate the 508 has a
well-proportioned and nicely understated appeal. What is not immediately obvious is the concealed feature, performance and comfort aspects that unfold as you become more familiar with it over time.
The test vehicle supplied from Tauranga Peugeot was the top of the line GT model. On top of the numerous features that the next level Allure has, it also includes full double stitched leather seats and a double wishbone front suspension to give it more poise and assertive handling on corners.
There is also a larger turbo diesel engine in the GT. The 2.2 litre powerplant reinforces Peugeot’s reputation for inserting quiet, free-revving diesels into its line-up…engines that still have stump-pulling torque within them. In the case of the GT, that is a hefty 450Nm of torque, all coming out at only 2000rpm.
Apparently Peugeot has also targeted noise levels and refi nement as key focus areas for
the 508. Not that either of these were shabby in the 407, but it has certainly paid off. The noise suppression, combined with an ultra-classy cabin, delivers a driving environ-ment that feels like it belongs to a car in the $100k-plus bracket, rather than the GT’s $65,990 price tag. Handling is very precise, while the whole car carries itself with a great sense of balance and control.
The diesel’s power hits the powertrain through a six speed auto transmission, which paces itself nicely alongside the engine’s power profi le. There is a paddle option, but you actually feel entirely comfortable with the auto – which is intuitive and timely in its changes.
Superior comfort levelsPeugeot has also paid a lot of attention to
the cabin appeal and layout of the 508. The controls on the 407, particularly around the heater-stereo interface, always seemed more complicated than they needed to be, but that has been addressed in this new incarnation.
The 508 is a car that comes jammed with extras, including a delightful back massager for de-stressing on those extra-long journeys and when coupled with the heated front seats, makes for great winter driving comfort. There is a heads-up display that becomes surprisingly easy to get used to. It does not impose on the view out the front and ones eye quickly becomes accustomed to pick-ing up the speed fi gures in particular. Very handy for close confi ned urban driving. The stereo system all meshes nicely with Blue-tooth phones and the ability to stream music wirelessly off an iPod or phone is a very cool
option.Typically for Peugeot, the 508 offers
excellent safety features and particular focus has gone on its lighting functions. It has an impressive lighting array up front that includes LED daytime running lights and Smart Beam main lights. These will switch automatically between high and low beam and back again, removing even more stress during long distance travel. The high vis-ibility LED lights are also on the rear array, while smart cornering lights will illuminate the inside of a bend when travelling under 40kph – providing valuable candlepower when going around tight bends and intersec-tions.
The rear passengers are also well catered for. Not only do taller six footers get a decent amount of leg and head room, but their own climate air control and super sumptuous seats lend a wonderful cosseted feel to the classy environment. You’ll almost feel like a politician arriving at the Rugby World Cup.
It’s still early days for the 508, but having had the privilege of driving one around the Bay for a while, it’s quite easy to understand why even the notoriously hard-to-please Ger-mans have embraced the new 508 and voted it top in its segment in a recent magazine reader survey.
By Richard Rennie
Peugeot 508 GTEngine: 2.2 litre Turbo Diesel
Power: 150kW @ 3750rpm Torque: 450Nm@2000rpm
Transmission: 6 speed auto with paddle shift
Wheels: 18 inch alloys
Suspension: Front – Independent with Macpherson-type struts and anti-roll bar.
Rear: Multi-link with shocks
Safety: 5 Star Euro NCAP Rating, 6 Airbags, Electronic Stability Control & Brake Assist, Tyre Pressure Sensors
Features: Double-stitched Leather Seats (heated in front), Dual-Zone Climate Air System, Bluetooth, Mp3 Player, USB Connection, Auto Headlights With Smart Beam, Acoustic Laminated Windscreen.
Fuel Effi ciency: 5.7L/100km (combined cycle)
Price: $65,990 (as tested). Allure model from $54,990.
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Stylish 508 unveils many features within
The stunning new Peugeot 508 GT offers a stylish, but conservative profi le, hiding a myriad of technological delights within.
A sumptuous and well-fi nished interior features high quality leather and soft-touch surfaces that are more often found in cars twice the price.
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New Peugeot 508 GT. Quality time.
You’ll love every moment you spend driving the luxurious new Peugeot 508 HDi GT Sedan. With a raft of innovative features including keyless entry & starting system, colour head-up display, driver’s seat massage function, parking space measurement, bi-xenon directional headlights and an outstanding 450Nm of torque from its 2.2 litre HDi engine, you’ll fi nd your time in the 508 GT will literally fl y by. To test drive the new 508, contact us on 0800 PEUGEOT or visit peugeot.co.nz
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Spoilt for choiceCar buyers on a limited budget will find plenty of vehicles on offer from Bay of Plenty dealers
With plenty of information fl ying around about law
changes to older vehicles, limited supply of cars
from Japan and escalating prices, what kind of car can you get for under $10,000?
Bay Driver decided to do some investigation, as well as talk to people with cars under $10,000 to fi nd out just what you can get for your money in the region.
Firstly, don’t be under the impression you need to travel to a main centre such as Auckland to fi nd a car that meets your needs for an afford-able price.
Local selection Tauranga, the Mount and Te
Puke all have established used car dealers who offer a pretty good selection across all reputable makes and models. No matter if you’re looking for a small hatchback or a van for work, there are good quality vehicles
available on their yards right now.It is an indisputable fact that TradeMe has
changed the way your “average person in the street” buys a car. Hop online any time and you can scroll through thousands of cars,
but it really is a case of “buyer beware”. We have all heard the horror stories
of the ones that went very wrong or people who ended up with a
lemon.
Private buyersTwenty-one year old Molly Keller found her
fi rst car on TradeMe – a Toyota Marino 1987, for a very low price of $1500. After pass-ing on some dodgy looking cars on the site, she found a nice Tauranga
couple who were looking to sell their
car before they embarked on a trip overseas.
She bought the car because she needed some way to get from ‘A’ to ‘B’
for an economical price.“It is a really good little car. A small two
door, with a 1.5L engine – so it was really economical to get me from town to home
With plenty of information available on their yards right now.It is an indisputable fact that TradeMe has
changed the way your “average person in the street” buys a car. Hop online any time and you can scroll through thousands of cars,
but it really is a case of “buyer beware”. We have all heard the horror stories
of the ones that went very wrong or people who ended up with a
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All types of vehicles can be bought for under $10,000 locally.
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Peace of mind guaranteedand back again and I have no mechanical problems with it either.”
While Molly was lucky enough to fi nd what she was looking for online, there are many people who look for more security around their car purchase.
Buying from a registered motor vehicle trader ensures you are not only covered under the Consumer Guarantees Act, but you also receive a minimum six month regis-tration on the vehicle.
You will also have the opportunity to pur-chase an additional mechanical warranty if you wish. When buying from dealers in the region, like the ones on these pages, you will also have the confi dence of excellent after sales service – should anything go wrong with your new purchase.
Buyers will fi nd that dealers are hard-work-ing business people who open for business every day and want to maintain their reputa-tion, so are keen to keep their customers happy.
All typesAll sorts of people, from all walks of life, are
in the market for cars under $10,000. Owner of Te Puke South Autos Scott McKelvie says he regularly deals with benefi ciaries and younger drivers looking for “as much car as they can get for their limited budget”.
Not every teenager who comes on his yard is looking for a “boy racer” car either.
He recently sold a Subaru station wagon to a 19-year-old who was looking for a more reliable vehicle for his partner and soon-to-
be-born child. Happily, Scott had the ideal vehicle for him at a price he could afford.
Reliable work vehicles can also be found on yards like Scott’s all over the Bay. One thing a tradesman doesn’t want is a van or ute that breaks down all the time – even more reason to buy from a dealer with the protection that goes along with it.
Warehouse Cars in 15th Avenue is another dealer who always stocks a wide variety of both passenger and commercial vehicles,
from reliable Toyota Hatchbacks to eight seater family wagons and commercial vehi-cles.
“We always carry a good selection of cars under $10,000. We do our very best to work out a deal for our customers that suits their budgets,” says Neil.
Car dealersEileen Betts was not used to buying from
car dealers, having bought privately for many
years. She was recommended to Mount Maunganui dealer, T & J Motors in Hewletts Road, by a friend and although initially nerv-ous about the process, Eileen ended up one very happy customer.
T & J co-owner John Buckthought says the majority of their clients are through referrals.
“We think it’s because we take care to pro-vide solutions for our customers and choose not to deal in ‘problems’.”
Eileen purchased a 1997 Honda Logo hatchback for $5,000.
“John and Tony were brilliant to deal with and made me feel confi dent that I was making the right decision.
“The car had quite low mileage and trans-ports me safely and economically around town and on the open road.
“My family and friends have actually been very impressed with what I got for my money,” says Eileen.
“Buying from T & J Motors gave me the assurance that if anything should go wrong with the car, they would make sure that it was put right.
“I was advised to call them fi rst if I was unhappy about anything at all. I would rec-ommend that if anyone is at all unsure about the whole process of buying a car, go and see John and Tony.”
Remember, if you are looking on TradeMe to buy a car, it can pay to have the car checked out by a registered mechanic or visit the VTNZ for an inspection service. How-ever, buying from a dealer can ensure peace of mind and longevity in the after care service.
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riders in the world.Ten-times world trials champion Laia Sanz
from Spain is holding a three day training camp in Canberra for women riders. The camp is held a week after the Australian Women’s Cup event on July 10.
Gabrielle, ‘Gabby’, was invited to compete in the Women’s Cup and is staying a week on in Canberra to take part in Laia’s training. Gabby says the training camp is an opportu-
nity that “can’t really be missed”. “She is coming all the way from Spain and
she will never be closer than this.”Although still in the clubman’s grade, the
Year 12 Tauranga Girls’ College student is coming up through the ranks. One of only three female competitive trail riders in the clubman’s grade, she is currently competing in the North Island Moto Trials Champion-ships. She recently won the last round in her grade in New Plymouth and regularly fi nishes in the top three, beating riders with more experience.
Gabby was the junior women’s representa-tive in the Oceania Cup last year, a team that included Australasian trials champion Jake Whitaker. New Zealand won, making this
the fi rst time a female name is going on the shield.
Gabby says she takes the ‘only girl’ situa-tion in her stride and enjoys the challenge of competing against males.
“It is pretty good, because being at the top of my grade and riding against all males means that I can keep up and push myself harder. I am always pushing myself to beat my brother.”
Gabby got into the sport when she was 10 years old, beginning competitively at 13.
“My dad, granddad and brother all do it, so I just started doing it. I’ve always been involved in motorbikes, even if it was pit bikes.
“I would go around the competitions and
thought, ‘oh I should give this a go’. I didn’t realise I would get like this.”
When she fi rst began, Gabby says it was diffi cult to begin with because she wasn’t getting a bike of her own until her father was sure it was something she would pursue.
“I started off with a real old bike – a heavy Yamaha TY 175. Dad wasn’t sure I would stick with it, but after a while he realised.
“So when I got a new bike – jumping to that from this was like, wow!”
Gabby is still in the process of fundraising for her Australia trip as the opportunity to train with Laia came up out of the blue.
If you would like to help in any way, please email Gabby’s father [email protected]
By Laura Weaser
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