Memories Of A Used Jeep

By Gregory Paul

I spent my elementary years in a rustic place in the highlands of a mountainous province in the Philippines. It wasn't that far but because of the road conditions back then, the nearest city is about 6 hours away, and it would take 8 hours to reach my hometown.

Grandpa was a former city boy who loved and embraced rural living when he got older. He would take us down on a long ride back to our hometown to visit relatives about once every month. When we arrive in the city during those days, my eyes would always turn green with envy when i see people in brand new cars with rolled up windows and air conditioning. I would always envision myself arriving one day into my hometown in an air conditioned automobile away from the heat and dust.

It is astonishing to me then when i see people approach my grandpa and rave to him about our awesome ride; how easy and quick is it for us to get to our hometown from where we came from. I would hear them say they would trade anything that they own just to have a jeep like my grandpa's. Are they for real? They have brand new cars and ours was a pre-owned piece of metal.

That old jeep was bought second hand by my grandfather. He had it repainted a deep brown first and foremost to give it a new look. The jeep didn't have comfortable front seats originally so grandpa found this front seats from an old car and had it reupholstered.

The trips the jeep makes were really long ones and my grandfather always received rations and gasoline gifts from his company. Some were gifts from uncles who were so fond of him. He always had that effect on people. A lot of them wanted to please my grandfather. The original gasoline tank just wouldn't do so he had found a tank from a big truck and had it installed under the front seats and it occupied the whole row.

He had new leather roofings installed on the jeep. Had an electric fan and he even had his small portable TV attached to our rig. I had to admit, despite my wanting a new automobile for a ride, looking back, we did had an awesome ride.

That jeep has been with us since I was in the third grade. I remember grandpa taking me to the airport in the rig when I was leaving to attend college in the capital region. By then it has been with us for a decade already. When I came home after graduation, my grandfather was already too old to make the trip. The jeep was still with him though.

The jeep might have been owned by somebody else before we had it, but it gave to us service that no other vehicle of ours to this day ever did. It has exceeded all expectations and the amount of memories we had in that jeep is by far more precious than any other rig we ever had.

It is true that a used car that is cared and loved for holds a greater value than anything you could buy new. Ours gave us the ride of our lives. - 21396

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Shipping Your Vehicle and 1000 Splendid Quotes

By Tom Kearns

A very wise Englishman, Benjamin Disraeli, once said something like "the wisdom of the wise and the experience of the ages are perpetuated by good quotes." This is ever so true with the search for an auto shipper. You can research companies on the net, give them a call, hire the services of a broker to help select the most competent and reasonable company, but what it all really means is which one has the price quote that best fits your needs.

Shipping companies aren't dumb. They know you are doing this and will offer TERRIFIC QUOTES as undoubtedly listed on their website. Watch out for this as a good company will prefer you to ask for a quote so they can knock you off your socks with their generosity and you will pick them as your shipper.

A bit off the subject, but if you are required to make an advance payment, it is an iron-clad prerequisite that you obtain a contract that ensures a complete money-back guarantee if the services are not up to the specifications agreed upon between you and the shipper. Some companies will actually take the advance money, hem and haw around, never fulfill the contract expectations, your wonderful car will never reach its destination, you lost your advance money, and you are up the proverbial creek without a paddle (or a car).

Yes, it is better not to lie in your Resume, but in many cases you can use rhetoric to formulate your experience so that you sound as an ideal presidency candidate even if you are just a parking lot attendant. But when requesting a quote it is better to submit accurate, detailed, and even the most intimate technical information about your one and only.

You must provide a thoroughly accurate description of your auto's weight and shape. Not every carrier can handle every type of vehicle. If yours is an SUV, off-road vehicle, some kind of small truck, or a heavy van or station wagon you may have to opt for a special carrier. If there are any exotic features or customized alterations to your vehicle that may keep it from driving up a truck ramp effectively if at all, this will require special consideration. Most carriers, for a supplemental charge, will ship non-operating vehicles. You must, however, inform them of this before the loading day arrives as it may require a truck with specialized equipment to deal with a car that can't be just driven onto it.

The way the company presents the quote, whatever it may be, is very important for you to get some insight into the quality of the shipper. Was the quote presented to you in a professional, courteous, and helpful manner? Does the quote given the services they provide seem too good to be true? It probably is. Compare quotes of all companies offering similar services. Start with the most well known companies in the industry to begin getting quotes and estimating quality and prices even if you do not choose them for your business. At least you will know what the prominent companies offer and at what price so you can compare this more easily with the lesser known companies.

By doing all this legwork, you will be much more able to discern the honest operators from the fly-by-nights. And don't fail to negotiate a price whether with a big company or small. Any honest company will not be put off by this and may actually have not quoted you their rock bottom price at first. So let them know you are shopping around and they may meet the lowest price you found elsewhere in order to get your business. If not, you still haven't lost a thing. You can go with the lowest bidder or not. It is always a good idea to go with the company with which you are the most comfortable. - 21396

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The Importance Of The Auto Inspection In Shipping Your Vehicle

By Tom Kearns

If you are about to become a customer of an auto shipping company, prior to deciding on a specific one, you will probably first ask how much will it cost and when can I expect to arrive at its destination. Good questions, both.

An important factor that we all should also consider is the safety of our vehicle. You want to make sure that your car or truck arrives in the same condition at its final destination as it was in at its origin. In the transportation world this doesn't always happen. That's why it is so important to do a thorough inspection of your vehicle when you turn it over to the auto shipping company. Below are a few key points to keep in mind when inspecting your vehicle:

Before and after shipping, make sure to do a thorough inspection of the entire vehicle with a representative from the shipping company. That way you can both agree and sign off on any existing damage before departure, and any new damage that may have happened during transport. Make sure that you get a signed copy of the condition report before turning your car over to the driver.

You will also want to inspect the functionality of the vehicle to make sure that the lights work, the turn signals, and everything else that should function normally when you turn the key. Take pictures inside as well. Things can get knocked around and you don't want to have to pay to fix these yourself.

Check your windows and windshield. A small crack or chip on your windshield may seem like no big deal, but don't let it go unnoticed. Small chips turn into big cracks. This is a real problem even if it seems minor at the time of inspection.

Okay, so what do you do if you do find damage to your vehicle at journey's end?

The first thing you must do is report any and all damages immediately. This will avoid confusion as to where and when the damage occurred and will give you a much better shot at getting it fixed and paid for by someone other than yourself.

Again, pictures are terrific. Take as many as you can from as many angles as you can. This is one case where a picture is really worth a thousand words. There is no better proof to substantiate a claim than photographic evidence of damages.

If the car did suffer damages, the shipping company will normally allow you to get your own estimate from your usual auto shop and have it repaired there. If you don't have a usual auto repair place, a dealership is generally a good bet.

To ensure that there was no damage caused to your vehicle during transport, always do a thorough inspection before and after shipping. If you do find any damage make sure to report it immediately and take photos of the damage. Noting any damage sooner is always better. - 21396

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The Evolvement Of The Cup Holder: A Modern Necessity

By Cooper Shepherd

A cup holder is a modern device that is simple in idea and design. It is something that many of us use almost every day, if not daily, yet hardly ever consider. What would our lives be without this little development that holds our cups and other drinking vessels?

Our bodies require water to function and sustenance. Thus, drinking has become a part of our every day lives. It is strongly recommended that we drink eight to ten glasses of water per day. If you are striving to maintain your health and weight, this is a good practice, and will usually require carrying water with you at all times. Not only is drinking a necessity for life, but it has also become habit, such as morning coffee. Drinking certain beverages such as lattes or cappuccinos can also be the fashionable thing to do. So we drink to live, we drink out of habit, and we drink because it is the popular thing to do.

Perhaps it is because drinking is such an integral part of our lives that James Guillow invented the cup holder. After its invention, however, its potential was sadly not widely recognized for many years.

In the'60's, drive through restaurants became increasingly popular, and with them, the cup holder began to be sold. At this stage, the cup holder was merely a wedge-shaped device that could be clipped to your car window or stuck between the front seats.

Later on built in cup holders became more common, especially when minivans came onto the scene. With time, automakers had to become more inventive with cup holders as commercial industries began selling soft drinks in varied cup and bottle sizes. This was a challenge that the auto industry has lived up to.

The one major event that has led to an increase in cup holders occurred when a seventy-nine year old woman in Albuquerque, New Mexico spilled ordered hot coffee from a McDonalds fast food restaurant. The scalding coffee was spilled on the poor woman's lap, leaving her seriously scalded. The woman first merely asked McDonalds to pay her doctor bill, pay her cleaning bill, and apologize. When McDonalds refused to do so, they found themselves in a lawsuit where they were forced to pay millions. So sadly for its history, the cup holder seems to actually have been born out of lawsuits more than anything!

Cup holders in automobiles actually are more about safety than anything. More than six million auto accidents occur in the United States every year. This is a high statistic, making every individuals chance of being involved in an accident quite high. Using a cup holder instead of being distracted or driving hazardously while holding a cup can do much to reduce your risk of having an accident.

A cup holder is important for its function, but the location and placement of it in a vehicle is also of extreme importance. You need a cup holder to be within reach, yet not in he way. If you are driving a stick shift, this can be even more important.

Any parent with small children knows how invaluable a cup holder can be. Parents only have so many hands! Manufacturers have listened and realized this; as a result, nearly all baby strollers and car seats are equipped with this convenience.

Cup holders now have so many more functions that just for use holding a drink. Many of us use them daily as change holders, phone holders, and just a perfect place to set any small item you need easy access to, especially while in the car. How many times have you set your phone in your lap or on the center console, only to turn a corner and see it go flying across the floor! This is why a cup holder can be so useful! Most of us would have a hard time functioning without one. They have come not just a convenience, but a necessity! - 21396

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Hermosa Beach BMW Auto Dealerships Puts You In A Brand New BMW Today

By Johnny Simmona

At the Hermosa Beach BMW dealersr, you are sure to find what you are looking for. Whether you are looking for a great price on a used BMW or an excellent price on a new BMW convertible or sports car, you will surely be able to find it there.

Right when you set foot on the BMW dealers lot you will see there are many quality vehicles to choose from. You might even see the one you would like to take home with you that day. Check the whole lot though. There are many different models of BMW vehicles and you want to be sure the purchase you make is the right one.

If high quality and decent prices are what you are looking for, you can find them in a BMW car. Yes, the prices are a little higher but when you consider how much quality and all of the extras that come with a BMW, you are sure to realize that the price is definitely worth it.

The Hermosa Beach BMW dealerships are staffed with a very knowledgeable sales force of men and women who have your interests at heart. No matter what question or concern you have, they will be there to answer your questions and ease your mind about your concerns. They know all about the BMW vehicles and would love to be of assistance to you.

Once you have decided on the one or two BMW vehicles you would like to test drive, check with the sales person and they will get you into the car so you can feel the quality first hand. They will be just as excited as you are to get you into that car.

Go into the test drive with the expectation that you just may fall for one of the cars you drive. It is very possible you will want to take that car home with you that day. That is why you should be selective when you are looking through the lot. Take the price and the style into consideration before test driving.

With a BMW vehicle you are sure to find all of the luxuries you would expect and that you want. From the high profile tires to the day time running lights and automatic on/off headlights, you are sure to be impressed. Who wouldn't be impressed with the speed and control of these vehicles?

If you are looking for space in a vehicle, you will be pleasantly surprised. These cars are very roomy and your passengers will think so as well. Even if you have to take a trip and will be spending a great amount of time in the vehicle, you are going to be comfortable. - 21396

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If you are ready to experience all that BMW has put out there for you, stop by the Hermosa Beach BMW car dealerships today. Talk to one of the experienced and friendly sales people and let them answer all of you questions and tell you why a BMW should be the next automobile purchase that you make from the BMW cars dealers.