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www.siglerauto.com Sigler’s Auto Center: Technology Review iTrip The new line of iTrip FM transmitters from Griffin Technology, one of the most popular iPod accessories on the market, allows iPod users to play music wirelessly through any FM radio or car stereo, home entertainment system or portable stereo or radio. iTrip works by connecting to the dock connector of your iPod and transmits music from your iPod to an open FM frequency on your car’s stereo all while optimizing the output volume. In turn, the iTrip Auto connects through your cigarette lighter port, simultaneously charging as it is plugged in while RoadTrip is an all-in-one FM transmitter and charging cradle for your iPod. The soon-to-be released iTrip AutoPilot will allow users to charge, control and you’re your iPod or iPhone on your car stereo, while the high-end versions of the iTrip Auto and RoadTrip models are also decked out with SmartScan capabilities, which will automatically detect the three clearest frequencies where you are and save them as presets for you. All models are equipped with a backlit LCD screen and a new brighter high-contrast display making it is easier to read. Models also come installed with SmartSound™ technology which maximizes the FM radio signal sent by iTrip to your car’s FM radio and auto-adjusts signal strength for each frequency. The devices are powered by the car’s electrical system, rather than draining your iPod’s batteries, and have selectable stereo and mono modes for best-quality audio. Speaker volume can also be controlled solely from the car stereo controls. For more information on these and other products, stay tuned for more of Sigler’s technology reviews!

Sigler’s Auto Center Tips: Finding the Perfect Project Car If you are on the lookout for the perfect project car, it’s important to keep some simple tips in mind when choosing the right car. If this will be your first project, pick something you can handle. Choosing something in need of a little tender loving car and making sure to pick an auto that you are passionate about are a good bet. Rebuilding from the ground up on your first project may be too daunting of a task and you shouldn’t start a project that you can’t afford to lose. The first step is setting a budget for the entire project before you begin. If you can reasonably expect to restore a car while staying within your budget, it will ensure that the car is worth the price you will pay in the end. Choosing a car that is near-at-hand via finding one on the internet may be a better alternative because you can inspect the car before you purchase. The local newspaper and classified ads are good places to begin your search. Once you have found a vehicle that you are interested in buying, hire a trusted mechanic to inspect the car by putting the car up on a lift and thoroughly checking for any problems. Also, be sure to check that the vehicle identification number (VIN) on the car matches the VIN on the title. Junked cars often have a salvage title, which means that the car was excessively damaged and that the cost of repair exceeded seventy-five percent of its pre-damage value. If a car is listed as a salvage vehicle you may not be able to register it as a normal car, even after a car is restored and could very likely lose value on it if sold. Once you have purchased the perfect fixer-upper, it’s a good idea to buy a manual from Chilton’s Automotive Guide series. The guides are available for almost any vehicle and the blown up diagrams should certainly be of value once you start tinkering under the hood. Making detailed lists of all parts that need replacement as well as any work that you have already completed on the car can come in handy in case you sell the car before restoration is finished or stop mid-project and can’t remember where you left off. Once you begin putting in some elbow grease, start with the engine and suspension and keep as many original parts to the car so you can to conserve on costs. Take on the cosmetic work such as paint, interior, carpeting and chromed accessories last so that the chances of damaging expensive cosmetics and redoing your work are decreased. Also keep in mind that slipping a dash cap over your existing dash is an inexpensive way to fix a broken or faded dashboard. Lastly, be patient and have fun beautifying your beater.

www.siglerauto.com 847.933.9300 Sigler’s Auto Center: The Sigler Family has sold, serviced and repaired automobiles for over thirty years. Our continuous investment in high-tech facilities, first-rate equipment and I-Car certified technicians are proof of our commitment to the highest quality repairs and service. However, it is the life-long relationships that we develop with our customers that keep them coming back year after year. As Victoria Soderberg noted, Sigler’s Auto Center is “very honest and very nice. We trust them implicitly”. Sigler’s does what it says and says what it does. No surprises. No hidden costs. “Your work was highly professional, you kept your promises and the car looks as good as new”, said Stanley H. Richards after having his 2003 Taurus repaired. Compare our prices and you will see that we are priced right for parts and service. Sigler’s Auto Center offers a wide range of financing options. If you’re a victim of circumstance, medical problems, slow payments, divorce, bankruptcy, or any other of life’s challenges, we can help to rebuild your credit and buy the car you want. Sigler’s is famous for its excellent customer service. We provide morning transportation to local areas while your car is being serviced. Make yourself comfortable in our lounge, which features amenities such as a widescreen TV and movies for the kids, fresh coffee, comfortable couches and free wi-fi. Children are welcome to entertain themselves in the playroom while parents shop our enormous selection of pre-owned cars. Long time customer Carol Hershberg says, “This shop is the best I have ever dealt with. Their promise of when your car will be ready is upheld. It is a pleasure to go to a shop and have your car back in the time promised. They did an excellent job on the car, cleaned it inside and out. And they didn’t move my radio stations around. I appreciate that. Sigler’s deserves high praise. I would return and recommend them to others.” We are confident that you will feel the same way. Our friendly staff is here from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday thru Friday and from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm on Saturday. Stop by for a free estimate and to check out our full line of cars. Join the legions of satisfied customers today.