These happy customers of ours have great things to say! Thank you kindly for the feedback.

"I never cease to be amazed with the quality of Rancho Motors, to date I have purchased 4 vehicles both new and used. I also get my vehicles serviced there when needed. I trust this dealer, they don't want to rip you off, they want you to be happy, comfortable and driving off in great vehicle. I recommend both Rancho Motors in Victorville as both have shown me quality workmanship and memorable experiences."

"My experience with the service department is always a great pleasure. They have great follow up and even give me a ride to work and back. Jeremy in internet sales is great and follows up with us regularly. We will be purchasing our next vehicles from Rancho Motors.
*It is imperative to choose a dealer who has an outstanding service department. Its not just about price you pay for a vehicle its the service that goes along with it. I am a strong believer in purchasing the vehicle from where you intend to have it serviced and Rancho Motor Company is my preferred choice. Beware of dealerships who have constant service manager turnovers!*"

Your Monday Maintenance Tip: Oil Changes

[[posterous-content:pid___0]]An oil and filter change involves draining out the old motor oil and replacing it with fresh, new motor oil. The oil filter also gets replaced at the same time.

Should I do this service when it's recommended?

In general, yes. Changing your vehicle's oil is one of the most important things you can do to avoid bringing large bags of money to your mechanic later on.

However, there's a lot of controversy about exactly when engine oil gets old and how often it should be replaced with new oil. Because there are many factors at work -- how you drive, the condition and age of the engine, the external environment you drive in, and stop-and-go versus highway driving -- it's an inexact science. Owner's manual recommendations for oil and filter changes vary from 3,000 to 10,000 miles.

We recommend that you change your oil and filter every 5,000 miles. That's our best estimate. It may be too soon for many people and too late for a few, but for the vast majority, 5,000-mile oil changes will help your engine last to a ripe, old age.

You may want to consider changing your oil more frequently if:

• You drive like a knucklehead: jackrabbit starts, heavy acceleration or high-speed driving
• You live where the climate is extremely hot or cold
• You often drive on dirt roads
• Your engine is old and burns oil
• You frequently carry heavy loads (several mothers-in-law or other cargo)

Why do I have to do this?

Oil undergoes thermal breakdown due to high operating temperature. When this occurs, the oil becomes less effective as a lubricant. And without a good lubricant (read: expensive), parts of the engine rub together and wear each other out.

Oil also contains additives that have the ability to neutralize acids. Over time, these additives get used up and stop being effective.

Finally, oil can absorb water, dust and combustion byproducts and also hold them in suspension. Eventually, the oil gets saturated with this stuff and can't absorb any more. Then that stuff remains in the engine and can cause corrosion.

What happens if I don't do this?

Your engine won't last as long as it could. Oil serves many crucial functions, and clean oil performs those functions better than dirty oil. Oil is relatively cheap, and changing your oil every 5,000 miles is a very cheap insurance policy against major repairs down the road.

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Thank you to these two happy customers for the fantastic reviews!

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"We just bought a 2012 Malibu and absolutely love it! The purchase process was quick and easy. Our sales rep Jason was great to work with and didn't pressure us at all. Overall it was a great experience." - Nikki

"Rancho Motors is always very efficient. I appreciate their positive and professional customer service. They make me feel like a member of an elite Chevrolet club. Needless to say, the staff are very friendly. Overall my experience was great!" - Ponbar

Chevy Sonic | Urban Art | 1.1

New and classic footage of Zoo York Pro skateboarders Rodney Torres and Eli Reed inspires New York street artist Alice Mizrachi to paint an original design on the Chevy Sonic.

Thank you to our happy customer for this fantastic review! We appreciate the kind words.

"This is the second car Ive got from these guys and I couldnt be happier with the service :) First I must say Im in love with my truck and many thank yous to Donnie and the other two gentlemen that made it possible. The staff here is amazing!! Friendly! knowledgeable!! and very good at what they do! Donnie was awsome! He answered every question I threw at him and made the whole trade in thing easy breezy!! He also managed to keep me entertained with his witty conversation so the whole process seemed very relaxing. Instead of that nervous, stressful, pressured feelings one might seem to have when thinking of car dealerships, my visit was exactly the opposite. These guys were easy to talk to, they listened to what I wanted, and they made me very comfortable with everything from a glass of water to the price of my truck. Donnie's customer sevice was outstanding!! I only wish I could remember the name of the gentlemen who helped me with numbers and getiing my payments within reach for me. He also went above and beyond! Im sure there is a way u can find this out. This man helped my boyfriend get his car a couple years back and totally remembered us and my daughter. He even gave her candy <3 Great Great Great customer service!!!!! Keep up the good work guys!!! I would definetly reccomend this place to everyone....infact my mom is looking to buy a car right now and Im pretty sure she will stopping in to talk with Donnie!"

Thank you for sharing your story with us, John. We appreciate your feedback!

"Great auto dealers really do exist! -- When my 2002 Mitsubishi Galant GTZ needed to retire after almost 165,000 miles (awesome car - new models, not so much) I found myself at Rancho after searching ALL the other dealers, and models.  I needed a car big enough to FIT into (I'm 6'2", XXL), and with good mileage.  I was looking at clown cars -- then I met "Tall Paul" at Rancho.  Next thing I know, I'm getting a GREAT deal on a 2011 Equinox SUV that gets 30+ MPG and is big enough for a grown man!!  Price was less than I expected, my trade-in value was higher than expected, and the after-sale care was BEYOND any expectations.  Needed to install a new OnStar unit, service was fast, free, and provided loaner car!  Even the dealership owner met me in person to make sure everyone was treating me right.  No pressure, honest salesmen, excellent vehicle service at decent rates, and top-notch professionalism all around.  GET YOUR NEXT CAR HERE!! -- You will not be sorry..." -John F

Sareni United's Chevrolet Camaro GT turns pony car into thoroughbred

Hans Reiter, the chap you might know from Reiter Engineering and its winning Lamborghini racecars, started a company called Sareni United for one purpose: to build a Chevrolet Camaro GT3 race car. The resulting silver shockwave is powered by a 7.9-liter Katech V8 rated at up to 650 horsepower and 627 pound-feet, and the racer's lead engineer says it has lap times "similar to the Lamborghini Gallardo" but that there is still a lot of work to do.

More importantly, the plan wasn't to simply make a race-worthy Camaro, the brief was to make one one that was cost efficient enough to lure new entrants into the racing game. Planned overhauls for the engine and gearbox are at 5,000 kilometers and other parts at 10,000 km.

The Camaro GT3 has been homologated by the FIA, Reiter says two cars are already planned for use in Germany's ADAC GT Masters series and that other inquiries have been made about GT4 and touring cars. It is priced at €195,000 + VAT ($253,056 U.S.).

 

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