How to Choose a Good Car Dealer

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Bartons Bayside

Choosing a good car dealer is pivotal if you choose to buy your car through a dealer. The reason why many choose to go through a car dealer is because they want security that they cannot get when they go privately, so picking the wrong dealer could be a costly mistake.

Here, we will explore how to choose a good car dealer in Australia.

How Long Has The Company Been In Operation?

You have less chance of experiencing any problems at all when you go through a car dealer who has been in operation for a long time. There are several reasons why this is the case. First of all, if there was a big issue, the chances this company would still be in operation are quite high. Second, a company that has been in operation for a long time has a lot to lose, so the chances that they will do anything untoward are much less than a new company.

Check Customer Reviews

Going on the website of the car dealer to find out testimonials or reviews is pointless because how many companies are going to put negative reviews of themselves on their own website? With this being said, there are many sites that will allow you to find independent customer written reviews on a local or national car dealer in Australia.

Brand

Some car dealerships have been around for so long that they have established themselves as a brand rather than a company. Brands are usually better than one off companies because they can afford to offer lower prices, and they are also more reliable on the most part.

Research

The best way to choose a good car dealer is to put in a lot of research. The days of using one day to visit a load of car dealerships are long behind us. The internet now allows us to do a suitable amount of research on any company so that we can decide if we feel safe purchasing a car from their company. Furthermore, when you are researching, make sure you look out for deals, like reductions in price, great finance deals or additional extras for free. This could often be the point that allows you to decide between car dealerships.

If you are choosing a Brisbane car dealer, make sure you check the points above before committing. Buying a car is often the second or third largest purchase in terms of money spent that you will ever make, so being sure about the dealer you are using is crucial.

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Get the Best Deals on New Holden Commodore in Brisbane

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Bartons Bayside

Every man wants an amazing car. A man wants a car that is not only sleek and stylish but that also looks powerful and controlling. A man wants a car that not only has the power behind it to have some fun but that will also have the necessary safety features to protect the passengers within the car. Many men want a car that combines comfort and luxury. This is why many men choose to invest in the Holden Commodore, a car that combines all of the above qualities and many more.

New Holden Commodores have a stylish and sharp exterior design, the kind of design that makes people stop and stare at the car as it drives past. Not only is the new Holden Commodore a car that will appeal to many men however, it is also a car designed with a family in mind. The interior design of the car is wonderful, practical and yet luxurious at the same time. It has much needed space and thus seats five people comfortably and also has excellent fuel economy. Not only has the Holden commodore got handsome good looks, excellent economy and space and practicality combined with luxury but it also has a five-star safety rating attached to it as well. What more could a man want in his car?

Commodores in Brisbane are easy to find and many dealerships in Brisbane offer test drives for customers to see just what an amazing car the Holden Commodore is. The Commodore in Brisbane is widely available, as it is al over Australia with many Holden dealers just waiting for you to come and find out what a great car the Commodore is. One of the best dealers in which to buy the new Holden Commodore is Bartons Bayside! Bartons Bayside is the leading dealer in Brisbane, Australia for Holden cars, both new and used. So if you are interested in a Holden car, go to Bartons Bayside for the best value deals around and for the best quality service available. Bartons Bayside also offer a wide variety of spare parts and can help with all servicing needs for Holden cars!

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Drive a New Holden Calais – You Will Feel the Difference

Posted on December 26, 2011 by Bartons Bayside

Every car driver wants a car that makes other people turn their head and stare. Well, the new Holden Calais is a car that will do just that for those who purchase one. The car not only looks beautiful but also has great performance levels. Every man wants a car that not only looks amazing but also has great performance without having to break the bank – the new Holden Calais can help any man to achieve this dream. There are many reasons to purchase a new Holden Calais and here are just a few.

The modern design of the car could only be described as simply stunning and combined with the high levels of luxury and comfort that the car offers, it promises to be worth the investment, with some models even boasting a wall-mounted DVD player for those in the back seats! The exterior of the car looks sharp and powerful, appealing to many men who look for cars that appear powerful and commanding. The new Holden Calais certainly looks just that. The interior of the car is designed to be driver friendly, so that everything is easily accessible and within easy reach of the driver so that driving standards and safety are not compromised when trying to control other aspects of the car. The seating is also a big plus when analysing the new Holden Calais. The car seats five, but not uncomfortably. There is plenty of room for everyone and with the front seats being nice and wide and comfortable, any journey will feel shorter than it really is. But it is not just the interior and exterior of the car that will persuade many people to invest in Holden cars. The car has excellent safety standards too so any buyer can be safe in the knowledge that both he and his family are safe.

It is easy to find the Holden Calais in Brisbane for anyone who wants to buy the superb car. The Holden Calais in Brisbane is popular and is it easy to see why, with great performance levels, sleek styling and excellent safety; the Holden Calais is definitely a worthwhile investment!

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All You Need to Know about Holden Epica

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Bartons Bayside

The Holden Epica is a truly remarkable car for many reasons and there are numerous benefits to owning a Holden Epica. The Holden Epica at first glance seems like the ideal family car. It has smooth good looks combined with a contemporary design. The interior of the car is roomy and spacious providing much needed space for a family, either with young children or older children. The car is also very practical and well-equipped, making it the ideal car for the busy parent. The car is very driver orientated, with many of the controls being easily accessible and within easy reach of the driver so that the standard of driving and hence the overall safety of the car is not compromised whilst trying to control other aspects of the car.

The car itself can either come with a 2.0 litre engine or with a 2.5 litre engine, both equipped with a six cylinder petrol engine. This means that the car is not only intended for the family man – the performance of the car is quite impressive and the powerful engine will make this car a popular choice with all men. The car also comes with the option of a five speed manual or automatic transmission. Power windows and cruise control are standard on all models of the car, as is the added safety feature of four airbags to protect passengers. But there is another added bonus to owning this car – the fuel economy of the car is terrific, leaving little to be desired when looking at the new Holden Epica. Both models of the car also come with Electronic Stability control. The new Holden Epica really does tick all of the boxes – with a car this good you’ll never desire another one again. Not only does it have the performance and the power of a fun and nifty car but it also combines comfort, space and safety to form the perfect family car. What more could you want in a car?The Holden Epica is widely available with many dealers selling the Holden Epica in Brisbane so don’t delay – invest in the Holden Epica today!

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Get your Holden ready for the festive season

Posted on November 26, 2011 by Bartons Bayside

With the festive season approaching it is highly probable you will be clocking extra kilometres on your Holden family vehicle, and in the likely event that you may be setting off on a long drive over the break, it is important that you ask yourself if the car is in the right condition. Getting your car serviced regularly by your local Holden dealer is an important part of being a car owner, and while it may be an unwanted cost over the holidays, it is well worth the money and crucial for the wellbeing of your vehicle.

In order to keep your cherished Holden running at its best, preventative maintenance is important for looking at the overall condition of the car. The technicians at BartonsBayside are locals who are Holden-trained, listening to exactly what you want when it comes to the maintenance of your car. Services cover the small tasks of checking washer fluids, oil levels and brake pads, as well as the longer-term matters of engine and transmission condition.

Having your car serviced before these holidays could potentially make you aware of any major or minor problems your car may face down the track. A service might simply involve having all the nuts and bolts of the vehicle’s functioning maintained, or could possibly indicate whether or not you should consider getting a new car.

BartonsBayside uses state-of-the-art equipment when looking at your valued vehicle, and use only Holden-approved parts.

Here are some particular indicators as to whether you should contact your Holden dealer before the festive season:

  • Steering feels off-centre or your vehicle pulls to one side
  • Your tyres are subject to significant or abnormal tyre wear
  • Brakes seem less effective or make strange sounds
  • When checking oil, it seems less spongy or is of strange colour
  • Suspension does not feel firm
  • When checking oil, it seems less spongy or is of strange colour
  • Suspension does not feel firm

Save yourself potential substantial costs in the long term and invest in servicing your beloved car at BartonsBayside today, where the employees are receptive to your wants and needs when getting your car prepared for driving over the holiday season

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Holden Barina, the small car ahead of the rest

Posted on November 13, 2011 by Bartons Bayside

The new Holden Barina offers the driver a whole new small car experience. With surprising spaciousness, exceptional safety features, and exceeding performance, the Barina offers inner-city drivers an experience like none other in its class.

The new, European-influenced style of the Barina reflects the progressiveness of this unique vehicle, inviting you to get in and explore the equally modern interior design. What will come as a great surprise is the spaciousness that this small car provides, with alluring features, such as Bluetooth, a unique multi-media audio system, cruise control, that make the drive an enjoyable one while on your commute.

The safety is remarkable with its 5-star ANCAP safety rating, 6 airbags, Traction Control and Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), making it an exemplary vehicle when looking for a safe and comfortable drive. Additionally, the Barina’s performance exceeds that of any in its class, with a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine that packs a punch, yet still offers fuel efficiency. It is available in 5-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission, both offering a smooth and intuitive drive.

BartonsBayside delivers great service and support when buying a new or used car, and are happy to talk with you further about the Holden Barina and its features that put it ahead of its class.

Test drive the new Holden Barina at a nearby Holden dealer today, and experience for yourself the smooth and enjoyable drive on offer.

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Road Testing the new Holden VE Commodore SS Ute

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Bartons Bayside
Holden Ute SS in Atomic Green

Model driven: Holden VE Commodore SS Ute; 6.0l V8 AFM petrol; six-speed automatic; utility – from $41,990*

The new Holden Commodore VE SS Ute ticks all the right boxes. Snappy styling with a hint of aggression in its appearance, 6.0l V8 engine, increased fuel efficiency, excellent handling, top safety features and a sporty and spacious interior. An ideal example of a utility, good for carrying your work gear during the week and perfect for towing a jet ski or boat on the weekend with plenty of room in the tray for all your gear. This is the best example of the Holden Ute to date.

Inside this Holden vehicle you will first notice the lack of noise at idle when you turn over the smooth running V8. The cockpit is designed primarily with functionality in mind rather than form, which will unfortunately not be to everyones liking. However, that’s not to say it isn’t a nice interior to be sitting in. The seats comfortably wrap around your sides, you’re not over-stretching in order to reach the gear shifter and the leather wrapped steering wheel has tilt and reach adjustments for additional driver comfort. Behind the seats you will find quite ample storage space for your groceries or backpacks if you don’t want risk them rolling around in the tray. The symmetrical centre console is well spaced out and easy to operate while still maintaining decent sized storage areas for your house keys, wallet and whatever else you want to empty out of your pockets. You also get power windows, electric mirrors, cruise control, remote central locking and dusk sensing headlamps.

The night mode illumination setup for the interior is excellent. Some very nice bright colours with the ability to dim the interior dash and console lights which will prove easy on the eyes on those long drives. Operating the audio system while driving is made a lot easier with simple steering wheel controls which also illuminate at night. The stereo also includes a six stack CD system with MP3 compatibility and an auxiliary audio input jack for your MP3 player. Integrated into the audio system is blue tooth capability with handy steering wheel controls. The air conditioning controls may be a little simple and plain looking but the ventilation system does what you want it to do, it gets icy cold in summer and nice and toasty in winter.

Holden car dealers in Brisbane have experienced a great deal of success with the VE Commodore Ute since its release in 2007. With the upgrades in performance over the last few years the latest model is set to continue that trend. The ute is powered by the Chevrolet produced 6.0l V8 engine, the Holden Commodore Ute produces more than enough power with its 260kw and 517NM of torque (manual – 270kw & 530NM). Improvements to fuel management and efficiency comes via the AFM setup (Active Fuel Management) which is essentially technology that shuts down cylinders when they’re not required. The system works seamlessly and you wouldn’t even notice it was working if it wasn’t for the display on the dash letting you know how many cylinders you’re running on. To state it simply, when you want to put the pedal to the metal, the Holden Commodore Ute will open up to 8 cylinders without any delay.

Putting all this power to the ground is GM’s 6L80-E six-speed automatic gearbox with Active Select. It is a big improvement on previous versions of the automatic transmission. While still not as fast to pick up changes in throttle pressure as you would like, it still makes a mockery of some of the Holden Ute’s competitors. And for the money you are paying to own one, you certainly get plenty of bang for your buck. When flicking over to Active Select (manual mode) you can start to have some serious fun with this bad boy. The manual mode allows for fast gear changing and quicker acceleration and the option to wind out the rev range and get some more out of your Holden Ute.

Holden Commodore SS Ute in action

Handling wise you are not left wanting for anything more. You get four-wheel ventilated disc brakes, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) which incorporates the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Electronic Brake Assist (EBA) and the Traction Control System (TCS). The suspension has great improvements with coil-over struts front and rear, Multi-link Independent Rear Suspension (IRS) and stabiliser bars front and rear. With all these updates the handling really will amaze and enthrall you. Gone are the days of the Holden Ute feeling like an unsteady and temperamental beast, this new kid on the block handles every bit as well as a sedan. The Holden Commodore ute can be thrown into corners and the driver can feel completely safe in the knowledge that this Holden Ute will hold its ground and if you push it a little too far then the ESC system will kick-in and help get you around the bend safely.

Speaking of safety, the Holden Ute has a 5 STAR ANCAP safety rating. The highest in its class. The Holden Ute gets Dual front airbags, seat-mounted side airbags & side curtain airbags for head protection. The Holden Commodore range also incorporates Holden’s Safety Cell technology. In the Holden Ute the A-pillars and B-pillars are increased in size and door intrusion bars and cross beams are fitted in order to provide a much higher level of rigidity for the cockpit. In addition the vehicle’s body is designed with crumple zones and load paths. These are a way of absorbing the energy from front or rear impacts and distributing it away from the occupants of the Holden Ute.

All in all the new Holden SS Ute is a fantastic package. Great V8 performance, improved fuel efficiency, a class leading 5 Star ANCAP safety rating and looks to kill. What more could a person want from a Holden Commodore Ute?

*Pricing is a guide as recommended by the manufacturer

*Manuals from $38,990

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Importance of Buying a Holden Vehicle from a Reputed Dealer

Posted on September 13, 2011 by Bartons Bayside

It is an unfortunate fact of life these days that there are cowboys operating in every area of business. That’s why it is important when buying a Holden car that you purchase it from a reputable dealer.

When trying to find a reputable used car dealer from whom to purchase new Holden vehicle online,  there are a few things to look for.

Holden Commodore

  • Is the dealer recommended or endorsed by any car manufacturers?  If a manufacturer of vehicles backs a dealer, it’s a good sign that they offer a genuine and high quality service.
  • Search online for reviews of the dealership. Positive reviews equal satisfied customers!
  • Has the business been established for a long time? A new business doesn’t necessarily mean a dodgy one, but a long standing business must have survived because of its authenticity.
  • Larger companies have a bigger reputation at stake, so opting to buy from a bigger dealership offers a more solid guarantee that they are reputable.
  • Does the dealership offer any other services? A broader network of parts, servicing etc. indicates that a dealership is serious about its customers.
  • Image is not everything, but it is important. A serious and genuine dealership should project a professional and sincere image to its customers.

Fitting into all the above categories and more, Bartons Bayside offer a genuine, friendly and comprehensive service when you are buying a Holden car. With a detailed website and search facility, Bartons Bayside make it easy for you to find new Holden vehicles online. Holden, as well as Mitsubishi, have awarded the Bartons Bayside dealership with awards in recognition of our excellent business, particularly in regards to our customer service – and with more than six decades in the dealership industry, the Bartons group possess the knowledge and experience needed to ensure you find the best deal and the best service for you.

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Things to Know Before Buying Holden Used Cars Brisbane

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Bartons Bayside
Brisbane Holden Used Cars
Holden Used Cars Brisbane

After massive online research, visiting different dealer house, finally you have made your decision for buying a car. And for the limitation of your budget you are planning to buy used car within your compromised budget. But some points that you have to always remember before going to buy a used car, which we will going to discuss in this article. For a used car, there is some vital information that is important like you have to ensure that that car is not stolen, or it was involved in a serious smash and which is possibly written off and may be the car is clocked, which is referred to wound back of mileage.

For verifying this information, you can check the inspection list; it tells you all the things you should look for. For extra peace of mind, why not print the list before you go to view a car, and tick each item off as you go. Remember, if you find it all too daunting you can get someone else to check the car over for you. Before selecting a used car you want to buy, read some reviews and check if the car has a good track record in terms of reliability. You may get an unreliable car cheap, but it’ll likely break down. Spend a little more money on something more reliable as repairs are still expensive on cheap cars. Find out the used vehicle value. Check online, local newspapers, and the Blue Book for what the vehicle is worth. Keep in mind that the ‘book value’ is not always the best measure for what the vehicle is worth as it just gives you the average value. Knowing what other people are asking in the area will help you negotiate and determine if you’re getting a good deal. Always stay level headed when looking at a used car for sale and try not to go alone. Having a second opinion is very important.

If you decide to take the car on a test drive, make sure to try everything out, including the a/c, radio, and power features (windows, mirrors, locks, etc.) if so equipped. Drive the vehicle on a variety of roads and go to an empty parking lot to test the brakes and handing. But remember, this is someone’s car so be respectful. Finally stay away from ex-police cars, cabs, or rentals. These vehicles are traditionally driven very hard and sometimes not as well maintained. They’re cheap, but risky to buy.

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Experience the Holden Experience: Test Drive one Today!

Posted on August 13, 2011 by Bartons Bayside

The Holden experience can only be attained by driving some of the best cars available on the road today. With all the excellent Holden deals available for new buyers there really is no reason why you should not experience this wonderful ride for yourself. Our new Holden vehicles are top of the line and ready for you to drive off the lot today. The huge selection of new Holden vehicles at your friendly car dealer is there for you, whether you want the Holden Commodore, Barina, or any one of the other top quality models available to choose from.Holden Captiva

You really just won’t know what the Holden experience is until you sit behind the wheel of one for yourself. The comfort you feel is only outmatched by the performance which only a new Holden vehicle can provide. Featuring all the latest technology in automobile engineering, you’ll experience higher fuel efficiency along with the same great performance Holden cars are known for. This makes for a truly first class experience like no other.

Bartons Bayside is your Holden dealer that provides the smoothest ride with the best Holden deals. The Holden experience is driving a car that you know will pass the test of time, being back by one of the best warranties in the business. Not only will you enjoy the smooth ride, but the peace of mind and security from knowing that your new Holden vehicle has been built with both quality and endurance in mind. You definitely want to take advantage of the Holden deals, so you most certainly want to come and try one of these beauties today. Serving the areas of Brisbane and Queensland, make the drive today in order to know fully what the Holden experience is. This experience simply cannot be missed.

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