Is Today The Best Time To Purchase a Car?

This is without a doubt the single most frequent question asked.



If you have done any surfing on the Net about this question, you would think someone did a top-secret poll... and only they have the correct answer. If you give them your social security number and a child, then maybe they will give you the answer.

It all boils down to bonuses and rebates.

Bonus money from the factory goes to entice the dealership to sell more of a certain model of car.

Therefore, common sense says that if a dealership is trying to hit their bonus and they only have a couple more cars to sell in order to get it, they are literally going to give those cars away at cost to make that bonus.

Even if there is not a bonus happening during the month that you plan to buy a car, the sales people are still trying to make quotas for cars sold and last minute sales goals.


Therefore, it always benefits the buyer to purchase a car at the very end of the month.


Now let’s answer the question: What is the best time of year to purchase a car?


It is always at the end of year because that is when manufacturers have the highest rebates going to the consumer -- because manufacturers are trying to move the last bit of inventory to make room for the new year's makes and models.

Come in today and drive away with your New Honda!

REAL DEALS at HONDA CARS OF BRADENTON!

http://www.hondacarsbradenton.com/

Honda Car and Driver "10Best" Award History

Honda Model 10Best Award Model Year

Accord 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000, 1999, 1998, 1995, 1994,1991, 1990, 1989, 1988, 1987, 1986, 1985, 1984, 1983

Civic 1996, 1991,1990, 1989, 1988

CRX 1988, 1985

Fit 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007

Prelude 1998, 1997, 1996, 1995,1994,1993, 1992, 1986, 1985, 1984

S2000 2004, 2002, 2001, 2000

For more information and downloadable high-resolution images of Honda vehicles, please visit http://www.hondanews.com/
Consumer information is available at http://www.honda.com/

Honda Accord and Fit Receive Car and Driver Magazine's "10Best Cars" Awards

Accord wins its 25th in 29 years; Fit wins its 5th straight

Car and Driver magazine has named the 2011 Honda Accord and the 2011 Honda Fit as two winners of its prestigious and highly competitive, annual "10Best Cars" award. Now in its eighth generation, the Accord has achieved "10Best" status 25 times in the 29 years that Car and Driver editors have been conducting the competition, more than any other vehicle in the award's history. The Honda Fit has been honored with 10Best status in each of the five years that it has been on sale in the United States.

http://hondanews.com/channels/corporate-headlines/releases/honda-accord-and-fit-receive-car-and-driver-magazine-s-10best-cars-awards

Visit us for our Year End "Happy Honda Days" Sale going on now!

www.hondacarsbradenton.com

Honda named Greenest Automaker

Honda has a long history of environmental leadership, including the introduction of America’s first mass-produced hybrid, the Honda Insight, and the first vehicle to meet California’s Low-Emission Vehicle standards, well in advance of regulatory requirements. Acknowledgment of our commitment to innovation can be seen by Honda’s topping the rankings as the country’s Greenest Automaker by the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS)―for the fifth time in a row.

 

http://automobiles.honda.com/news/news.aspx

 

12 More Happy Honda Days!

Yes, you will find the best deals in the next couple weeks!

Only 12 more Happy Honda Days remain at Honda Cars of Bradenton.  You will not find a better deal, nicer staff, and more selections to choice from.  New or Pre-Owned, come on in and drive off with incredible savings.  We will meet or beat any other Honda dealer's specials!

http://www.hondacarsbradenton.com/

Rick Hendrick buys first Chevrolet Volt offered for public sale!

Honda Cars of Bradenton

DETROIT (Dec. 16, 2010) – Rick Hendrick, owner of Hendrick Motorsports and chairman of Hendrick Automotive Group, has purchased the first Chevrolet Volt offered for sale. Proceeds will benefit science, math, engineering, and technology education initiatives through the Detroit Public Schools Foundation.

The vehicle, bearing the vehicle identification number BU10002, was sold for $225,000 through an online auction that closed Tuesday, Dec. 14.

"This was an opportunity to own a piece of history while giving back to the community," said Hendrick, an avid car collector. "I have been a Chevrolet dealer for more than 30 years, and the Volt is one of the most exciting and important new cars since we opened our first dealership in 1976.

 

For more information on this article please click here!

 

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Let us do the shopping for you!

Hendrick proudly carries the nation’s most trusted brands.

With over 60 locations nationwide, Honda Cars of Bradenton can get the car you want.  I bet you did not know, that if you come in to our dealership and we don't have the vehicle you are looking for, we can get it.  Not only are we able to pull from over 60 Hendrick dealerships, we can also do trades with many other non Hendrick Honda Dealerships.  So if there is a specific 4 door Honda Civic, blue with gray leather interior you're looking for... Let us do the shopping for you!

http://www.hendrickauto.com/

Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis in Bradenton

Come out with Honda Cars of Bradenton to Old Main Street tonight.  There will be music, food, vendors, Santa, and a kids zone.

If you are wanted to run or walk registration will start at 5:00PM and the race begins at 7pm.

Get in the spirit this holiday season at the Arthritis Foundation’s Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis®. Be one of the thousands of runners and walkers who hit the nation’s pavements, pathways and parks this winter to fight arthritis, the nation’s most common cause of disability.

Jingle Bell Run/Walk® is a fun and festive way to kick off your holidays by helping others! Wear a holiday themed costume. Tie jingle bells to your shoelaces. Run or walk a 5 kilometer route with your team members and celebrate the season by giving.

For more information click here!

Happy Honda Days at Honda Cars of Bradenton

http://www.hondacarsbradenton.com/honda-finance-and-lease-specials.aspx

Warm up with some hot cocoa at Honda Cars of Bradenton.

With it being so cold out there, bring your car in for service and

warm up with complimentary snacks, hot cocoa, or coffee.

The National Weather Service has issued a freeze warning for Manatee County and surrounding areas for tonight.

The current forecast has tonight's low hitting 37, but with 10 mph winds from the northwest making it feel about 30. The chill will continue into Tuesday morning, according to the National Weather Service.

The forecast high for Tuesday is 58, but with 10 mph winds making it feel about 30, especially earlier in the day. The low Tuesday is forecast to be 38.
Both advisories cover De Soto; DeSoto; Hardee; Hernando; Highlands; Hillsborough; Lee; Manatee; Pasco; Polk; and Sarasota counties. Sumter County also is covered by the freeze watch.

In Manatee, forecasters say Wednesday will see a high of 58 and low of 37. For Thursday, forecasters are predicting a high of 64, and a high of 69 on Friday. By Saturday, high temperatures will again be into the 70s and lows in the 50s.

HONDA CARS OF BRADENTON has some of the best Hot Chocolate around! 

All New 2011 Honda Fit Arriving Soon at Honda Cars of Bradenton!

The Honda Fit offers even more value for the 2011 model year in its already versatile, fun-to-drive and fuel-efficient five-door package. New for 2011, all models include Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) as standard equipment, along with more comfort and convenience features.


New features on the Fit (base model) include cruise control, remote entry, a USB audio interface and VSA. The Fit Sport (non-navigation) also gains VSA for 2011, along with carpeted floor mats. The Fit Sport with Navigation (previously equipped with VSA as standard equipment) receives carpeted floor mats as standard equipment. Four new colors become available - Alabaster Silver Metallic, Polished Metal Metallic, Celestial Blue Metallic and Vortex Blue Pearl - and replace similar colors from the previous model year.

Set up your appointment to come in and test drive the all new 2011 Honda Fit!

888-731-3027

Cyber Monday @ Honda Cars of Bradenton

Visit our internet sales for some unbelievable savings!

Cyber Monday + End of the Month = The best time to Buy!

If your looking for great deals on authorized service or parts click here!

Hendrick Motorsports is also getting in on the Cyber Monday discounts at the Hendrick Motorsports Team Store.  Click her to see more! 

Black Friday crowds of shoppers hit the stores!

Shoppers tailgated, clogged the roadways and crowded the stores across Manatee and Sarasota County today.  The economy remains on thin, but Black Friday still drew throngs of eager, and bleary-eyed, consumers.

The fifth annual Midnight Madness at the Ellenton outlets drew an estimated 25,000 customers as the mall’s 2,400 parking lot was maxed out once retailers opened their doors. More than a dozen Florida Highway Patrol officers helped direct traffic coming off U.S. 301 as well as pedestrians crossing 60th Avenue East from the off-site parking lots of nearby businesses.

We did not need any Highway Patrol but we have had a great crowd out here at Honda Cars of Bradenton today.  We are expecting a busy Holiday season and looking forward to putting some beautiful Honda's under the trees this Christmas.  Come see us, we are open tomorrow from 9-7pm and Sunday from 12-5pm.  There are still a lot of incredible deals waiting for you.

Come on out and ask Matt Woods for a Real Deal!

Black Friday at Honda Cars of Bradenton!

You Bet!  Are you ready for Black Friday?

Retailers are preparing for one of their biggest days of the year: Black Friday.

Many consider the day after Thanksgiving to be the official start to the holiday season, which prompts stores all over the country to open in the wee hours of the morning and sell their merchandise at sale prices.

And people have already begun lining up. A couple in St. Petersburg, have been in line for Best Buy since Nov. 17, hoping to be the first to get into the store.

I'm not saying you need to camp out in front... Yet?

But you can bet, you will get some tremendous savings at Honda Cars of Bradenton.  Our Sales managers are willing to do whatever it takes to get you into the car you have always wanted.  New or used, you will be shocked at the savings!

See You on Friday!

ps. If you can't make it in on Friday, we will still offer any deal on Saturday and Sunday as well.

#48 - 5 Times in a Row!

Way to go Jimmie Johnson and Hendrick Motorsports.  Honda Cars of Bradenton congratulates Jimmie and his team for the hard work and another awesome season!  See you next year!

Hendrick Motorsports Homestead Preview! Lets Go Jimmie!

With a fifth-straight NASCAR Sprint Cup Series championship on the line, Jimmie Johnson heads to Homestead-Miami Speedway only 15 points behind points leader Denny Hamlin. The 1.5-mile speedway is the host for the season finale, and race coverage begins Sunday at 1 p.m. ET on ESPN. Here are the stats on Hendrick Motorsports, which has posted nine top-five finishes, 18 top-10s and two pole position in 10 events (43 starts) at Homestead. In six of the last 10 events at the Florida speedway, Hendrick has scored at least one top-five finish. Last year at Homestead, the organization became the first ever to finish 1-2-3 in the championship standings when Jimmie Johnson won his record-setting fourth Cup championship, Mark Martin finished second and Jeff Gordon took third in the season standings. Honda Cars of Bradenton wishes the Hendrick Team A safe and fulfilling Weekend! The Real Deal!

The Best Answer to Hunger!

With the holiday seasons approaching we still need to consider those in need.
Here are some local networks of people working together to fight hunger.

Food Bank of Manatee · Website · (941) 747-4655

811 23rd Ave E · Bradenton · Directions
http://www.foodbankofmanatee.org/




All Faiths Food Bank · Website · (941) 379-6333
8171 Blaikie Ct · Sarasota · Directions
http://allfaithsfoodbank.org/

Hendrick Motorsports

During Sunday's pre-race festivities at Texas Motor Speedway, Jeff Gordon presented the keys to his personal Corvette to raffle winner Cindy McCotter of Matthews, N.C. After handing over the keys to the Corvette to McCotter, Gordon asked her to accompany him on stage in presenting the Texas Chapter Speedway Children's Charities with a check for $75,000 designated to benefit childhood cancer initiatives in the state of Texas.

http://www.hendrickmotorsports.com/news_detail.asp?id=2943&ref=nf

Honda Cars of Bradenton likes this!

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Mr. Peanut is talking!

After a hundred years, America's favorite nut has decided to speak?
Although I haven't seen Mr. Peanut do any Honda commercials (yet), his recent boost in the spotlight has made me think of what kind of car he would drive?

Honda Cars of Bradenton has all new 2011 redesigned Odyssey.  Plenty of room for all his nutty friends!

I could just here him now...   "NUT thing compares!"

Why you should choose a Honda Certified Used Car!

We have over 50 Certified Hondas at Honda Cars of Bradenton!

To see our inventory visit www.hondacarsbradenton.com

Certification Standards
Every Honda is a product of innovative engineering and quality manufacturing. And only well-maintained Honda models that are less than six years old and have a maximum of 80,000 miles are eligible for certification. The certification process includes:

An exhaustive 150-point mechanical and appearance inspection, performed by the dealer, to ensure that each vehicle meets Honda Certified Used Cars standards

Honda-trained technicians scrutinize all major vehicle systems, including brakes, engine, drivetrain, steering, suspension, tires, wheels, exhaust system and vehicle interior and exterior

Dealer technicians recondition any component that does not meet our standards

Any component that cannot be reconditioned is replaced with Genuine Honda parts

Up-to-date scheduled maintenance services

To see our inventory visit http://www.hondacarsbradenton.com/



Its Raining!

It's Pouring... You have 8 days to get in here and grab a new Honda Accord or Civic at a ridiculous price! The incentives are pouring in from Honda, so don't waste any time. Come on into Honda Cars of Bradenton to find out more or give us a call at 941-758-7997.




You won't believe the savings!

Safeguard Protection at Honda Cars of Bradenton

Safeguards protection is an integral part of our busness. The Gramm-Leach-Bliley (GLB) act was passed in 1999. This federal legislation is intended to protect the privacy of individuals who offer non-public personal information to finacial institutions in the course of business transactions. May,23 2003 the section of the GLB act known as the "Safeguards Rule" became effective. The law provides that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will serve as the enforcement agency for GLB and the Safeguards rule. We at Honda Cars of Bradenton are committed to protecting our customers personal infomation. For more information on the GLB act or the Safeguards rule contact one of our safeguard members at Honda Cars of Bradenton..

Balance isn't about compromise. It's about excelling at everything.

For many people, the words Honda and Accord are one in the same.  And that's no mistake, because the Accord Sedan is more than just a car.  It is a collection of ideas.  Like the notion that you can e responsible and still enjoy yourself.  Or, that smarter engineering can result in both power and efficiency.  That's the way Honda thinks.  And it's why Accord exists.

"Be responsible" this weekend!

Come out to Honda Cars of Bradenton and get your new Honda Accord!

http://www.hondacarsbradenton.com/

New Car Clinic at Honda Cars of Bradenton

Yesterday kicked off our 1st Honda Cars of Bradenton New Car Clinic.
Some of the items we covered were;
1. Detail Services
2. Social Media, Facebook, Newsletter
3. Express Service
4. Amenities
5. New Vehicle Reviews

It was a great turnout with fun and food to be taken in.

Matt Woods going over some of the prizes with one of our lucky guests.

In support of Honda Cars of Bradenton several vendors present.

1. Matt from Wheel Wizard - 941-400-9519. "No need to buy new when you can have your wheels refurbished"

2. JC from Magic Man - 941-356-4346.  "Specialize in burn holes, home or auto"

3. Rick from Ponto's Auto Body - 941-747-1372 "Expert Collision Repair"

4. Rick from Galle Vinyl & Trim - 941-447-5451 "The Leather Expert"

5. Sean from Dent Rescue - 941-228-5844 "Paintless Dent Removal"

6. Ed from Superior Auto Touch-Up - 941-792-3997 "Fix Your Nicks and Scratches"

The HCOB Family would like to thank you and hope you all have a safe and Joyous Hoilday Season!
We look forward to our second New Car Clinic during the first quarter of 2011.
http://www.hondacarsbradenton.com/

NADA: CR-V and Civic Have Best Cost of Ownership

The analyst at NADAguides used its Cost of Ownership tool to identify the vehicles, by body style, with the best (lowest) cost of ownership in relation to their MSRP. Cost of ownership calculations assumed a driver with more than six years experience, driving an average of 15,000 miles per year, in a specified zip Code, and included the cost of depreciation, fees and taxes, financing, insurance, fuel, maintenance, and repairs over a five-year period. Based on their analysis, the 2010 Honda CR-V 4wd EX-L with Navigation was the best Crossover body style and the 2010 Honda Civic Sedan GX was the best in sedan body style.

We have 2010 Honda models still available, but they are going fast!

Come in to Honda Cars of Bradenton and get yours today!
http://www.hondacarsbradenton.com/

10 Million and Counting!

This past July Honda's vehicle manufacturing plant in Marysville Ohio, produced its ten-millionth vehicle.  Fittingly, the ten millionth vehicle produced by the plant that began producing Honda Accords in 1982 was... an Accord sedan.  An estimated 8.5 million Honda Accords have been produced at the plant.  It is the first Honda factory outside of Japan to exceed the 10 million unit figure overall.

We don't manufacture Honda's but we sure sell a lot of them, especially the Honda Accord.  Come by Honda Cars of Bradenton and check out our exceptional inventory of both new and pre-owned Accords.

visit us online at http://www.hondacarsbradenton.com/

Rock Your Ride Sweepstakes with the All new 2011 Honda Odyssey

http://disney.go.com/partners/rockyourride/

Join Matthew "M dot" Finley, for a rockin day at Disneyland.

Get the "star treatment" while you rock the rides and see all-new shows including World of Color!

And Honda is gonna keep the party rockin and set the parents up with the keys to a new ride... the all-new Honda Odyssey!

You can also see the 2011 Honda Odyssey at http://www.hondacarsbradenton.com/

About Hendrick Automotive Group!

Honda Cars of Bradenton is part of the Hendrick Automotive Group.

Hendrick Automotive Group is one of the largest automotive retail organizations in the United States. Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., the company employs more than 6,000 people, operates 59 dealerships, 87 franchises and 18 collision-repair shops in 10 states from the Carolinas to California. For more information, please visit http://www.hendrickauto.com/

Hendrick Automotive Group offers new and pre-owned vehicles, financing, warranties, automobile parts, accessories, service and body repair. Chairman Rick Hendrick also founded Hendrick Motorsports, a major force in NASCAR Sprint Cup racing, and the company has contributed significantly to improve the quality of life for people in need through the Hendrick Community Outreach program.


Hendrick Automotive operates on the principles of the Hendrick Advantage, a set of core values which ensure that customers, team members, communities and manufacturers are treated fairly and with respect. The Hendrick Advantage supports Hendrick's mission to be the premier quality vehicle retailer in the world.

All-New Odyssey now on sale at Honda Cars of Bradenton!

Up to Eight people (EX and above) never moved with such style, technology, and grace. The all-new Odyssey is here. Like no van before.
 
 

 

Learn more.

Hunsader Farms near Bradenton Florida

After you stop by Honda Cars of Bradenton this weekend,

you can take a short drive out to Hunsader Farms

for the Fall Pumpkin Festival.

Pumpkin Festival

Oct. 16 & 17, 23 & 24, 30 & 31

9 am - 5 pm

Open Mid Sept thru Mid June

8 am - 4 pm Mon-Sat

5500 CR 675

Bradenton, FL 34211

Hunsader Farms got its start in 1967 when three Hunsader Brothers left their Wisconsin dairy farm to try their hand at growing vegetables in the sunny south. The brothers cleared the land by hand and planted their first crop of 80 acres of tomatoes in the fall of 1967. The operation prospered and grew, and in 1990 was handed down to their sons who gave it the name Hunsader Farms


Through the years we have added many events and activities in an effort to share with the community a little piece of our farming heritage. In 1990 we built the barn style Farm Market, then added the petting zoo in 1991. In 1992 we kicked off our first Pumpkin Festival, while the summer of 1995 was spent building a playground and picnic area for families. The year 1997 brought the construction of our modern-day outhouse. In 2002 we built our craft and antique store, The Farmer’s Wife, and in 2005 turned it into an ice cream and gift shop. In 2007 we remodeled an existing barn and transformed it into a fabulous private party building called The Country Club.
We hope you come visit us as we help you catch a glimpse of days past when life was a little slower, a little sweeter, and a lot simpler.

Classic Honda YouTube!

This is an older YouTube ad but a classic.


We "HCOB" were all talking about the 2011 Odyssey today and its amazing how much it has evolved through the years. I feel the 2011 Odyssey is years ahead of the competition!
 
Enjoy
 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0A3fSXSxIo0
 
Get your new 2011 Honda Odyssey at Honda Cars of Bradenton.
http://www.hondacarsbradenton.com/

Can Johnson and Gordon do it again for Hendrick Motorsports?

As predicted, this could shape up to be one of NASCAR’s closest and most competitive championship races in years.


Two races into the Chase for the Sprint Cup, it looks as if eight to 10 teams could be legitimate contenders. Though Denny Hamlin has maintained a 35-point lead, four-time champion Jimmie Johnson closed the gap with his win at Dover Sunday and eight drivers are within 83 points of one another.

When it comes to parity, NASCAR’s top drivers are keeping the series competitive.

There have been 12 different winners so far this year, which is comparable to the last three seasons, when there were from 12 to 16 different winners.

When it comes to NASCAR’s most prestigious title, there is little equality among the organizations fielding teams and cars.

Hendrick Motorsports has won the past four series championships and with Johnson and Gordon in the mix again this season, stands a good chance to make it five straight.

The best bet to unseat them is Joe Gibbs Racing, which has Hamlin and Kyle Busch in the mix. Gibbs has won three Cup titles since 2000.

Since 1994, Hendrick has won nine championships, including four straight on two different occasions (1995-98 and 2006-09).

The only teams that have broken the Hendrick stranglehold have been Gibbs (2000, 2002, 2005), Roush (2003-04) and Robert Yates Racing, which won it in 1999.

This year’s 12 Chase drivers come from just six different organizations, with Roush and RCR putting three drivers each in the championship race. Hendrick and Gibbs each have two while Penske Racing and Stewart-Haas Racing have one each, though Stewart-Haas is closely affiliated with Hendrick.

Good Luck Hendrick Motorsports from your family at Honda Cars of Bradenton!

http://www.hondacarsbradenton.com/

Environmental Spotlight: Honda FCX Clarity

GOING GREENER WITH HONDA!

Honda has paced the industry in the development and deployment of zero-emissions hydrogen-powered fuel cell technology as well as the refueling infrastructure that will be required to take it to the mass market.

Honda's next-generation fuel cell car, the FCX Clarity, is the only fuel cell vehicle (FCV) built from the ground up as a FCV, and it is the first to be mass produced on a dedicated production line.

http://hondanews.com/channels/honda-automobiles-fcx-clarity

Honda Cars of Bradenton currently has pre-owned Enviornmental friendly Hybrids in stock.
To find out more visit us a http://www.hondacarsbradenton.com/

Jimmie Johnson gave Rick Hendrick his 13th win at Dover, the most by any team owner.

Johnson up to second in standings

Johnson won the pole, led the most laps (191) and scored maximum points (195) as he vaulted four positions to second in the Cup standings.

"It's a huge weight off my shoulders that we were able to come here and win a race in the Chase, rebound from last week," said Johnson, who won for the sixth time this season, the sixth time at Dover and the third time in the past four races at the Monster Mile.

With 53 Cup victories, Johnson is 10th all time, one behind Lee Petty and two behind Rusty Wallace.

Johnson regained the lead from Carl Edwards on Lap 366 of 400, when Edwards brought his No. 99 Ford to pit road during a cycle of green-flag stops. Johnson pulled away from Burton the final 35 laps.

"[Sunday] is a great day for us, because it shows us what we are capable of and the fact that we can win races and be competitive in this Chase," Johnson said. "This summer was hard on us -- there's no way around that. We had bad races and finished bad. We had good races and finished bad. So it's nice to do things start-to-finish all weekend long on the right foot."

Jimmie Johnson won his 53rd Cup Series race in his 319th start. This is Johnson's 15th top-10 finish in 2010.
 

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Honda Cars of Bradenton is Open Today!

Since its not looking so good for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers today,

why don't you come on out to Honda Cars of Bardenton.

We have some winning deals going on right now! 

Like this 1998 Ford F150 for only $7991.

http://honda-cars-of-bradenton.ebizautos.com/webdetail.aspx?iid=6054979

Huge Savings During the Last Weekend of the Month at Honda Cars of Bradenton!

~ SAVE THOUSANDS ~

Huge Savings During the Last Weekend of the Month at Honda Cars of Bradenton!

Why, because we have some 2010's that we need to get rid of for the 2011's

that are arriving soon.

OPEN SUNDAY FROM NOON - 5 PM!

View our inventory online at http://www.hondacarsbradenton.com/

We will match or beat those other deals you might have

and on top of that Honda Cars of Bradenton has the lowest dealership fees around!

888-731-3027

Redfish tourney to aid needy families at Thanksgiving

RUSKIN — Redfish will be the catch of the day at an upcoming event, organized by the South Shore Anglers.



The fishing club will host its third annual longest redfish tournament starting tonight, and continuing tomorrow


For the second consecutive year, proceeds from the event will benefit the South Shore Big Give.


"Our goal isn't to get a certain amount of anglers to our event or hit a certain fundraising number," said Tiger Hoffman, president of the South Shore Anglers. "We just want to raise some money for them and do our part."


The Big Give - a volunteer-driven collaboration between area businesses and organizations that has helped feed hundreds of homeless and hungry families on Thanksgiving the past two years - began as an initiative of Beth Howard, co-owner and manager of the South Shore Gallery in Apollo Beach.


Last year, Beanie's Family Sports Grill in Ruskin hosted the South Shore Big Give, which fed about 500 people. Beanie's will also be the site of the captain's meeting and weigh-in for the redfish tournament.


This year, the Big Give is expanding.
Instead of coming to Beanie's, a group of area churches and other civic organizations will host diners at their venues, with food provided by Beanie's. Volunteers will serve the prepared feast and deliver dinners.

"I just figured that, instead of paying $500 or $600 for a tent like I did last year to accommodate people here, that money would be better spent on helping feed more people," said Donald "Beanie" Tichy, owner of Beanie's.

Honda Cars of Bradenton, Mike King with a nice Redfish!

Tichy said four churches in Ruskin - Northside Baptist, Southside Baptist, Ruskin Methodist and Destiny - have already agreed to participate. He is also in discussions with churches in Sun City Center and hopes to feed between 600 and 700 people this year.


"During times of need, I think people are more likely to go to a church anyway," Tichy said.


The redfish tournament is the latest charitable effort from the South Shore Anglers, which has helped raised money for the Bloomingdale Library attack victim, the Riverview High School football program and Wildlife Rescue Ministries.


"Anything we can to help charities in the area, we're more than happy to do," Hoffman said.
IF YOU GO


WHAT: The South Shore Anglers Club redfish tournament

WHEN: Registration and captains meeting tonight at 7 p.m. Tournament will start after the meeting. Weigh-in and pictures tomorrow at 4 p.m.

WHERE: All events will take place at Beanie's Family Sports Grill, 2002 U.S. 41 S., Ruskin

COST: $25

INFORMATION: (813) 629-2479

September Lease and Pre Owned Specials

*FEATURED SPECIAL LEASE: Closed-end lease for 2010 Accord Sedan 5 Speed Automatic LX (Model CP2F3AEW) for $250.00 per month for 36 months with a no capitalized cost reduction available to customers who qualify for the HFS Super Preferred or Preferred credit tier. Other rates/tiers are available under this offer. $0 due at lease signing ($0 first month's payment and no capitalized cost reduction with no security deposit; total net capitalized cost and base monthly payment does not include tax, license, title, registration, documentation fees, options, insurance and the like). Not all buyers may qualify. $0 due at lease signing offer requires dealer contribution, which could affect final negotiated transaction.


** FEATURED SPECIAL LEASE: Closed-end lease for 2010 Civic Sedan 5 Speed Automatic LX (Model FA1F5AEW) for $210.00 per month for 36 months with a no capitalized cost reduction available to customers who qualify for the HFS Super Preferred or Preferred credit tier. Other rates/tiers are available under this offer. $0 due at lease signing ($0 first month's payment and no capitalized cost reduction with no security deposit; total net capitalized cost and base monthly payment does not include tax, license, title, registration, documentation fees, options, insurance and the like). Not all buyers may qualify. $0 due at lease signing offer requires dealer contribution, which could affect final negotiated transaction.
 

Visit us at Honda Cars of Bradenton

http://www.hondacarsbradenton.com/

Schools in Session: What's the best first car?

School's back in session all over Florida. And for many parents, it's decision time: Do you continue driving your teenager or college student wherever they need to go or provide some wheels of their own?

Bottom line: If you, and they, are in the market for a first car, there are plenty of decisions to make: New or used? Big or small? Here are some talking points to help you along.

The family car: You may already have the best first car. It's a tradition, and often a good one, for a teen to inherit the family car. It's a known quantity – you are familiar with its repair history – and there's a good chance your teen is familiar with it, because it may be the car in which he or she learned how to drive. The car is also known to your insurance agent and carrier.

"What's the best car for a first?" It's a great question to ask, but it usually seems to be followed up with, "I want the BMW or the Corvette ZR1?"

The best advice I can offer in this situation is to look for the smartest car for a first time driver.

Get pre-approved. It’s easy and most can even be approved online within 24hrs at Hondacarsbradenton.com

Comfortably afford. Monthly payments for high end cars, you know, can be huge.

So, what is the smartest "best" car for a first? Based on what we've covered above, it would be a car that you can easily get approved for and comfortably afford. In addition, you'll want to look at a car that serves your needs (i.e. gets you to work, to school, can hold your stuff, gets good gas mileage, etc.) and not so much your wants (i.e. lifted truck, flashy sports car, etc.), although you may still be able to find one that serves both, your needs should be priority one.

Honda Cars of Bradenton has one of the largest pre-owned inventories in the area, with many options for the first time driver. Come by or give us a call, we are open 7 days a week!

A funny, but relevant, saying to keep in mind is "that you are just dating your first car and not marrying it."

Honda Cars of Bradenton "High Mileage Discount"

-If your Honda has over 100,000 miles, take 15% OFF the standard labor charge.

-If your Honda has over 125,000 miles, take 20% OFF the standard labor charge.

-If your Honda has over 175,000 miles, take 25% OFF the standard labor charge.

Discount applies to repairs only. Discount applies to Labor only. Please print out this coupon, and bring it with you at time of write up. This offer can not be combined with any other offer.

Offer Expires 09/30/2010.
To Schedule Your Appointment, call us at 941-752-2148.

Or Click Here to Schedule Online!

Honda Makes 3 in Top 10 Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles

Today's economy presents some enticing alternatives to buying new.

Honda Accord

When it comes time to buy a car, consumers basically have two choices: new or used. Buying new will cost you, but you'll get all the latest bells and whistles, a comprehensive manufacturer warranty and the peace of mind that you're not purchasing a vehicle that has been put through the wringer. Go the used route, and you typically get more for your money. However, you never know if you'll get a peach or a lemon — or do you?

Honda Odyssey Touring Elite

There's a relatively new type of used car on the market that offers the advantages of buying both new and used. That is, you get more for every dollar spent, as well as the solace of knowing that the vehicle's health and well-being is guaranteed by the vehicle's manufacturer or an independent agency. It goes by many names, but is most commonly known as certified pre-owned (CPO).

Heres a link to read more on the three Honda's as well as the other 7.

http://editorial.autos.msn.com/listarticle.aspx?cp-documentid=1156294

Honda Civic

Please visit us at Honda Cars of Bradenton

where you will find these great

CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED

models as well as many others!

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Labor Day Thank You from Honda Cars of Bradenton!

We would like to thank all of you for a great summer here at Honda Cars of Bradenton.

You can look forward to cooler weather and hotter savings as we load up on 2011 Honda models.

Vehicles Sales • Phone: 941-758-7997
Toll Free : 888-344-6632 • Fax: 941-727-8308

Monday – Friday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Saturday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Sunday 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Safe Driving!

Honda Cars of Bradenton wants you to drive safe this weekend.

Approximately 34.4 million people are expected to be traveling 50+ miles this holiday weekend. After the long haul, what's the first thing you're going to do to get into "vacation mode?"

If you can't think of anything, come take a breif vacation at Honda Cars of Bradenton and we will set you up in the car you have always wanted.

The all new Honda CRZ!

available now at http://www.hondacarsbradenton.com/

Genuine Honda Car and SUV Parts and Accessories

SERVICING SW FLORIDA AND BEYOND!

We Are An Official Honda Dealer, So You Can Be Sure You're Getting Genuine Honda Quality.

You can walk in, call us, or order online.  If we don't have it, we will find it for you.

Our Honda Certified Parts Consultants

Are Always Friendly, And Here To Help!

Having Trouble Finding What You Need?

Not Sure Of What You Need?

We're Just a Phone Call or E-mail Away.

We'll Make Your Experience With Us

A Good One.

Toll Free: 1-888-731-3027

email: george.nichols@hendrickauto.com

 

http://www.hondacarsbradenton.com/Department-Parts.aspx

Honda Cars of Bradenton

5515 14th Street W. (U.S. 41)

Bradenton, FL 34207

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Honda Cars of Bradenton "YEAR END CLEARANCE SALE"

We are nearing the end of our 2010 model inventory which will make this weekend increadible at Honda Cars of Bradenton.  All the rain and the kids heading back to school slowed sales down a little.  Which means the Sales Managers will be moving a lot of Cars at unbelievable prices.  They are also looking for trade-ins!  Please come on out to Honda Cars of Bradenton and ask for the "Real Deal"!

TELL THEM CHRIS SENT YOU!

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All-New 2011 Honda CR-Z Sport Hybrid Coupe Now Available at Honda Cars of Bradenton!

Developed as a stylish, driver-focused vehicle with an emphasis on efficient performance, the all-new 2011 Honda CR-Z introduces a sleek two-passenger coupe design with quick, sporty handling to the gasoline-electric hybrid segment. A 1.5-liter VTEC 4-cylinder engine works with Honda's unique, compact and lightweight Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system to supply both power and efficiency to the CR-Z. A sport-focused, six-speed manual transmission is a first for any mass-produced hybrid. An automatic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) is available and includes steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters for manual-like gear-ratio control.

A new, exclusive 3-mode drive system allows the driver to configure the vehicle's responsiveness for Sport, Normal or Econ (Economy) driving modes. Driver efficiency tools include Eco Assistâ„¢ and Eco Scoring, which together can help drivers find improvements to efficient driving styles, while also comparing economy achievements to previous trips as well as the life of the vehicle.

The CR-Z is available in two equipment grades — the well-equipped CR-Z (base) and the feature-rich CR-Z EX. Standard features on the CR-Z include an AM/FM/CD/USB audio system with six speakers, automatic climate control, power windows and door locks, remote entry, cruise control, and more.

To find a CRZ for you visit us at:

CRZ's at Honda Cars of Bradenton

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Hendrick Motorsports Driver: Gordon Clinches Chase Spot!

Jeff Gordon clinched his spot inside the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup and led his Hendrick Motorsports teammates with an 11th-place finish on Saturday at Bristol Motor Speedway.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. followed Gordon in 13th, while Mark Martin finished 23rd and Jimmie Johnson finished 35th.

Gordon, driver of the No. 24 DuPont Chevrolet , climbed from his 26th-starting position to lead two laps and finish 11th. Gordon remains second in the driver standings.

"We've had a heck of a season," Gordon said. "Very consistent runs and strong runs. We haven't won yet, I still think we have a heck of a shot at the championship. I am really happy to be in the Chase again. Right now we are focused on wins and bonus points and I am a little disappointed with an 11th-place finish tonight but it wasn't from a lack of effort, that is for sure.

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Hendrick Motorsports recap from Michigan

Jimmie Johnson was Hendrick Motorsports' highest finisher in Sunday's NASCAR Sprint Cup Series event at Michigan International Speedway. Johnson took 12th, while his teammates rounded out the top 28 positions -- Dale Earnhardt Jr. finished 19th, Jeff Gordon finished 27th and Mark Martin took 28th.

Johnson, driver of the No. 48 Lowe's Chevrolet, started from the outside pole position and led the first 14 laps. The No. 48 team overcame a miscue on pit road to finish 12th. Johnson remains ranked fifth in the driver standings.

On another note - Johnson picks Cookies for Kids' Cancer, Birthday Blessings for Helmet of Hope


Cookies for Kids' Cancer (Califon, N.J.) and Birthday Blessings (Charlotte, N.C.) will be two of 13 charities which will adorn the Jimmie Johnson Foundation Samsung Helmet of Hope at Auto Club Speedway in October. Each organization will also receive a $10,000 grant.

If you would like to find out more regarding Hendrick Motor Sports please visit http://www.hendrickmotorsports.com/
to find the car you're looking for visit http://www.hendrickcars.com/

Watkins Glen and Hendrick Motorsports!

Hendrick Motorsports Watkins Glen Update


WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (Aug. 8, 2010) – With five races remaining before the field is set for the Chase for the 2010 NASCAR Sprint Cup, the series traveled north to Watkins Glen International today for the final road course event of the season.

The lowdown on Hendrick Motorsports, which owns six victories, 17 top-five finishes, 31 top-10s, did not fair so well today, #5 Martin finished 19th, #24 Gordon finished 10th, #48 Johnson finished 28th, and #88 Dale Jr. finished 26th.

Better luck next week at Michigan International Speedway!
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Does Jimmie Johnson have a new Rival?

Be sure to watch Hendrick Motorsports, Jimmie Johnson race tomorrow at Watkins Glen International.

Johnson put Kurt Busch into the backstretch infield last weekend and while Johnson apollogized...

“We’re both going to put it behind us,” Busch said. “It’s tough for me to put it behind us because I look at the wrecked race cars I have at the shop, where he goes to his race shop and all those cars are pretty and clean.”

For more information on Hendrick Motorsports please visit hendrickcars.com

Insight has far fewer cargo limitations than you might think!

DID YOU KNOW!

When people discuss the subject of smaller cars, it’s usually over mpg and cargo space. The Honda Insight averages 41 mpg so that might leave them to say, "I'd like to get a small car but I am concerned about limited cargo space”, and how those limitations may inhibit recreation, shopping and work. The Insight has far fewer cargo limitations than you might think.

If you take a look at the specs of the 2010 Insight, you'll see that it has 15.9 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats up, and 31.5 cubic feet with the seats folded down. But what does that mean to you? The Insight can carry things like mountain bikes, strollers, surfboards and other bulky items that otherwise wouldn't fit in a smaller car. With its wide rear door access, the Insight's space is very useful. Beachgoers and shoppers will be surprised by how much gear the Insight can carry, and the shoppers might exhaust themselves before overloading the Insight.

Honda Cars of Bradenton has several new and used Insight models and some incredible deals from Mr. Opportunity. Please give us a call or check us out online at http://www.hondacarsbradenton.com/
or visit http://www.hendrickcars.com/

No. 5 Mark Martin Hendrickcars.com Helmet Sweepstakes – Enter Before August 4, 2010

Hendrickcars.com and Hendrick Motorsports have teamed up to provide one lucky winner one of the best looking helmets in the series. But you have to hurry; the Sweepstakes ends August 4, 2010.

Visit Hendrickcars.com to submit a sweepstakes entry. One lucky winner will receive the replica helmet signed by Mark Martin.

Martin’s 32 top-10 finishes and 38 lead-lap finishes at Pocono are the most for the NASCAR veteran at any racetrack. Meanwhile his 19 top-five finishes rank second -- just behind the 22 he has recorded at Dover. In June at Pocono, Martin started 14th and raced into the top-10 before being involved in a last-lap multi-car accident that left him with a 29th-place finish.

Don't Forget, visit Hendrickcars.com to register. While you're there, search from up to 5,000 top quality pre-owned vehicles. Just like Jimmie Johnson, Jeff Gordon, Dale Jr. and Mark Martin say, it makes a difference when you drive a Hendrick car. Search from thousands of manufacturer certified pre-owned vehicles and many CARFAX one owners (CARFAX reports are free on Hendrickcars.com).

Visit Hendrickcars.com and good luck in the sweepstakes.

Year-Long Review of the Honda Insight EX Navi

Year-Long Review of the Honda Insight EX Navi

Five of the 15 "Best Family Cars of 2010" identified by Parents magazine and Edmunds.com are Honda vehicles – one in every segment.

Family Friendly - Five of the 15 "Best Family Cars of 2010" identified by Parents magazine and Edmunds.com are Honda vehicles – one in every segment. (Other manufacturers had no more than two vehicles on the list.) Parents magazine's comments provide insights into what's important to parents. When working with families, point out the benefits of the features called out here. There is no better choice for families than Honda and here's why.

Honda Accord (Sedans) - "[Accord's] backseat is among the biggest [in its segment], a major plus for families with two kids in car seats or rapidly growing tweens…the sliding center armrest adjusts to the comfort of drivers of every size, and a remote key lets you vent the car before you get in, a nice benefit on hot days."
 
Honda Fit (Budget Cars) - "The [Fit's] cabin is an engineering marvel, squeezing in a storage tray, 10 cup holders, and a glove box big enough to tuck away bottles and snacks for your kids. The rear seat fits two adults comfortably, splits in two, and folds into the floor, creating as much cargo space as some SUVs have."

Honda CR-V (Crossovers) - "[CR-V's] cozy cabin has two glove boxes and handy under-seat compartments to keep all your kids' stuff organized. The rear seats fold down in various configurations, with minimal effort, to fit double strollers and science projects, and loading bulky gear is less laborious thanks to the superlight lift gate and low rear deck. We also like that even the base model comes with a folding center storage tray, front and rear power outlets, and a conversation mirror (which lets you see what's going on in the backseat without having to turn around)."

Honda Insight (Hybrids) - About Insight, editors noted that you can get two car seats
 in back, it's $3,000 cheaper than Prius, and it's among the most fuel-efficient vehicles on the road. Also Insight EX is "a cozy $21,000 family car with plenty of storage pockets and a convenient rear hatch."

Honda Odyssey (Big Cars) - "The lone minivan on our list, the Odyssey, warrants inclusion for its outstanding interior space, maneuverability, and flexibility. It has a retractable center tray, 13 cup holders, and a hidden storage bin in the floor that can stash a diaper bag. The rear cargo well can readily accommodate a portacrib and bags for a weekend getaway, and you can make more room by stowing seats with a single flick. Coolest of all is the optional PlusOne seat in the second row, which pops up between the two captain's chairs when you need room for eight, then disappears when you don't."