John & Drew McEleney from McEleney Chevrolet Buick GMC Toyota visit Washington for NADA Conference & meet with Iowa's Legislators

Meet the reinvented 2012 Toyota Camry... here at McEleney Toyota in Clinton Iowa!

With each day bringing new advancements to the way we live and work, shouldn’t your car be advanced too... Meet the reinvented 2012 Toyota Camry, the car designed to fit you and your 21st century lifestyle. You’re no doubt familiar with Camry; it’s America’s best-selling car and over the past 25 years, it’s become the standard for quality. In fact, 90% of all Camry’s sold in the last 15 years are still on the road. With such remarkable acclaim, you might expect us to rest on our laurels. We didn’t. Camry is more luxurious, with a redesigned interior... It’s now available with new multimedia systems. And the Camry Hybrid LE now offers an estimated 43 city mpg quite simply, the 2012 Camry is what you’ve come to expect from this legendary sedan. The reinvented Camry is ready. Are you?

For more information on the 2012 Toyota Camry click the link...
http://www.mceleneytoyotaclinton.com/new_inventory.php?vehicle%5Fguid=55ac367b%2Dc6da%2D464c%2Db56c%2D58b4466a0bb1

Let's work together to make Iowa the healthiest state in the nation by 2016!

Iowa currently ranks 19th in the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index, which measures life evaluation, emotional health, physical health, healthy behavior, work environment and basic access. Change is possible if we take the initiative to "Start Somewhere"!

The Healthiest State Initiative is kicking-off with a Start Somewhere Walk. McEleney Chevrolet Buick GMC Toyota will host Start Somewhere Walk on October 7th at Noon, pledge to walk 1K

(about six-tenths of a mile).

Step 1.) Visit www.iowahealthieststate.com to take "The Pledge" that you will take part in a Start Somewhere Walk and learn more about the Healthiest State Initiative.

Step 2.) Walk 1K at McEleney Chevrolet Buick GMC Toyota the "Start Somewhere Walk" will be held on Friday, October 7th at Noon.

Our goal is to have 250,000 citizens take the pledge and walk at the same time:  Friday, October 7th at Noon.

More information for the McEleney Start Somewhere Walk:  Meet at noon in the showroom on October 7th. We will walk 1K around the outside perimeter of the store. Everyone is invited! Please contact Jenn Clydesdale at 563-244-1247for more information. 



Test Drive Today...The All-New 2012 Chevy Sonic is here at McEleney Chevrolet Buick GMC Toyota in Clinton Iowa!

Vehicle Details: The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan The model student in the small-car class.

After an initial test drive of the new 2012 Chevrolet Sonic, the writers at Road & Track called it the “anti-Fiesta” and a “Fit-fighter.” They also called it “a well-designed, good-looking, fun-to-drive small car.” This aggressively styled compact sedan, and its five-door hatchback sibling, are stylish and sporty, and there’s more than a touch of Corvette joie de vivre wrapped up in the only small car built in the United States.

The $545 million invested in the Orion Assembly Center in Lake Orion, Michigan where the Sonic is built is another indication of the seriousness with which Chevrolet approaches the compact segment. The high level of technology and attention to detail throughout the Sonic is another underscore, too, and this attention has the attention of the automotive press; in its “First Drive Review,” Car and Driver magazine said the Sonic “is actually fun to drive,” and Sonic “does appear to mark the return of the American small car, and not just in name.”

There are two powertrain options available in the Sonic. The standard engine is a 1.8-liter Ecotec four-cylinder that sends 135 hp and 125 lb/ft of torque through either a five-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission. A turbocharged 1.4-liter Ecotec engine is also available with 138 hp and 148 lb/ft of torque. The increased peak torque of the turbocharged Ecotec stretches from 1,850 rpm to 4,900 rpm, a wide power plateau that delivers both efficiency and performance. These Ecotec four-cylinders, both shared with the Chevrolet Cruze, are compact engine designs that feature low-mass blocks, dual overhead camshafts with variable valve timing, efficiency-boosting roller camshaft followers and variable flow oil pumps. Even the thermostat is electronically controlled, showing that Chevrolet has gone to tremendous lengths to create an affordable, cutting-edge compact car.

The Sonic features a body structure that’s one of the most rigid in the class, giving the MacPherson strut front suspension and torsion beam axle-mount compound link-type rear suspension a solid foundation. To tune the car’s ride and handling, Chevrolet brought in a team of Corvette engineers. A stabilizer bar up front and gas-charged dampers give an athletic feel. The Sonic uses a “flat top frame” cradle to reduce flexibility in the front of the chassis, and the standard electronic power steering system compensates for wear to keep the Sonic cutting precise cornering lines for many years to come.

The Sonic has an undertone of motorcycle styling cues inside and out. The headlamps are reminiscent of the headlights you’ll see on two-wheelers, and within the cabin you’ll find an instrument panel featuring an analog tachometer and LCD speedometer that clearly takes its inspiration from hot-blooded superbikes. The interior design features a sweeping dashboard and premium materials. Two contrast colors, titanium and brick, are available to accent the door panels and dashboard, and rear-seat passengers will find the Sonic a more comfortable place to be compared to competitors like the Ford Fiesta. There’s also best-in-class trunk capacity in the Sonic, and the rear seats fold down to aid cargo flexibility.

Technology is a part of the modern motoring experience, so the Chevrolet Sonic comes with OnStar and six months of Turn-by-Turn Navigation. The Sonic can also be packed with USB and Bluetooth connectivity, XM Satellite Radio, the MyChevrolet mobile application and the OnStar MyLink app, which can connect your smartphone with OnStar, putting your vehicle’s health report in the palm of your hand along with remote unlocking and starting functions, and navigation.

The safety of 10 standard airbags teams with StabiliTrak^® electronic stability control with rollover sensing, Antilock Braking with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA) to make the Sonic as safe as it is secure. OnStar includes Automatic Crash Response to alert help when an accident occurs, giving the Sonic the ability to automatically have your back, even when you might not be able to summon help.

Chevrolet is out ahead of the curve with the 2012 Sonic. It’s a sport-infused small car that doesn’t short you on refinement or beat up your wallet. Buyers looking to go small don’t have to sacrifice or run to other brands, since the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is at the top of its class.

Local Man Wins ‘Grand Slam’ of Prizes from Chevy Youth Baseball Sweepstakes

Lucky winner rewarded by McEleney Chevrolet for donating to Clinton Junior Baseball...

Clinton, IA. (September, 2011) – Area resident John Davis was announced as the lucky winner of the local Chevy Youth Baseball sweepstakes at McEleney Chevrolet. Davis was the recipient of a flat screen, high-definition 50” Flat Panel TV and Blu-Ray player valued at $2,000. The prize was awarded as a part of the Chevy Youth Baseball program.

                                                                                                                     

The winning ticket in the Quad Cities LMA area came from Clinton Junior Baseball, a Chevy Youth Baseball league sponsored by McEleney Chevrolet.  Davis and other supporters helped the league raise over $3,000 through the Chevy Youth Baseball fundraiser by purchasing tickets for the sweepstakes.

Five grand prize winners received their choice of a Chevrolet Cruze or Equinox (up to $30,000 ARV) while each participating market had one winner of a high-definition 50” Flat Panel TV.

For more information about Chevy Youth Baseball, visit www.YouthSportsWired.com or www.mceleney.com

Pictured: John Davis (winner) along with his family, Mark Chasey General Manager of McEleney Chevrolet and Brian Duncan President Clinton Junior Baseball

Construction is almost complete here at McEleney Toyota...

Construction is almost complete here at McEleney Toyota.  We are now getting anxious to settle into the new facility and looking forward to sharing it with the Clinton area.  If everything goes smoothly, construction should be fully completed within the next few weeks!

EXPANDED CUSTOMER LOUNGE TO INCLUDE:

·         FLAT SCREEN TV ENTERTAINMENT

·         COFFEE-REFRESHMENT BAR

·         WI IF

·         QUIET AREA

·         CHILDREN’S PLAY AREA

·         “LIVING ROOM” TYPE FEEL-FURNISHINGS/FINISHES

ENERGY EFFICIENT CONSTRUCTION

TOYOTA IMAGE USA EXTERIOR DESIGN TO INCLUDE:

•   ATTRACTIVE ALUMINUM COMPOSITE BLDG CLADDING
•  TOYOTA TRADEMARK  ENTRY PORTAL

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McEleney Chevrolet Buick GMC Toyota in Clinton Iowa is dedicated to serving all your automotive needs
For us, "customer service" means making your car buying and ownership experience as easy and enjoyable as possible. You'll find a number of ways that we make customer service the basis of buying and owning a car from our dealership:

Meet our departments... 

                                                            

Sales Department
Our sales department has one purpose: to exceed your expectations from test drive to delivery. Our professional sales team is committed to a no-pressure, high integrity approach to your ownership experience. Our goal is for you to feel that the vehicle you drive away in is the perfect one for you. Our online inventory of new and pre-owned vehicles is updated daily.

We invite you to schedule a test drive or stop by our showroom to experience all that we have to offer.

Service Department
Our service department offers the best in automotive service to our customers. Our state-of-the-art facility features the most current diagnostic and repair equipment available and our highly skilled factory-trained technicians will deliver efficient, quality vehicle care.

When you need service, feel free to call 563-243-7000 or make an appointment online.

Parts Department
Manufacturer recommended parts are an important part of maintaining your vehicle's optimum performance. We offer the same high quality parts your vehicle was built with and we keep a large inventory of these certified parts in stock at all times.

If you'd like to order a part, please fill out our online parts form.

Finance Department
We have assembled a team of professionals specializing in a variety of financial solutions. We work with many financial institutions to assist every customer with their unique credit needs.

For a quick response, you can apply for credit online. It only takes a moment to complete our secure application.

ABRA Auto Body & Glass (a division of McEleney’s)

Our goal is to support all your automotive needs including collision repair.  Our technicians are trained by the people that built your vehicle to repair collision damage and restore your vehicle to original standards of quality and safety.  We maintain a relationship as a preferred repair facility by numerous major insurance companies.  This means we can not only repair your vehicle properly but we can make the experience hassle-free due to our longstanding relationship with your insurance company.

For 24/7 Recovery Vehicle Towing please call 563-244-1225

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