Co 2 ane The Castlegar Sun THE MOVE FINAL CLEARANCE OF NEW 1993 MAZDA'S YOU PAY WHAT WE PAY, "GUARANTEED." THIS SPECIAL OFFER APPLIES TO THE FOLLWING IN STOCK VEHICLES ONLY 1993 MAZDA 323 HEM 5 SPD © 25th Anniversary Specials © Only 2 available “All it takes is a little know- “400% FINANCING 0.A.C. ” TRADE INS WELCOME PAID FOR OR NOT Castlegar Mazda ° 713 - 17th St, Castlegar DL 7956 365-7241 CALL NOW « CALL COLLECT and KALAWSKY PONTIAC BUICK GMC CADILLAC ‘a= \¥,{ eam combine to bring you the best GMC truck Ir Jost Feexs Rica! Malas selection in the Kootenays! Pa Castlegar Mazda Spring cleaning o on wheels: Here's how to conquer the top five cleaning problems If your house looks like for hard water (not dish- too big a spring cleaning washing soap, which is dam- project to tackle, don't aging to paint), with a despair — you can get sheeting action to remove instant gratification for the _ the paint-damaging residue spring cleaning but...in your that builds up on your Car. driveway. In less than three Then, before it dries, wash hours you can clean up, your car again to remove the clean out and clean off most five percent of dirt that the common car care concems first wash left behind that and drive off to a“spring does the most damage to fling.” Here are the top five’ your paint during the drying cleaning probl most motorists face each spring — * Cleaning “tools” are so and how to quer each. exp . What are the best tools to use for my car and how to get you‘on your way. my budget? ¢ With road “hazards” Some of the best tools can such as road tar, grime, but be found around your house. and bird residue, cold, heat, For instance, a baby diaper is acid rain and hard water _ the perfect balance of cotton bombarding my car each and flannel with which to day, what steps make upa_ dry your car — far surpass- complete car care today? ing a more abrasive chamois As with a good recipe, fol- or terry cloth towel. The lowing all the steps will — fine-sprayer attachment for guarantee success. The com- your garden hose makes an plete home car care system excellent car wash tool — should include exterior repeated use of too strong a washing, drying, and wax- _ water blast.can weaken your ing, as well as interior and car's paint. tire cleaning and protection. Other tools are inexpen- +! My ‘car! i$ deep dow sive investments. For exam- P .. dirty from.the-wintex ela. ple, Rally makes a cellufobs™ ments—— how can I-make - sponge that -is specially for- sure it comes clean? mulated to lift dirt off a car It may sound a little crazy, without scratching today's but wash your car — then paints and finishes. wash it again! First, wash + How can I protect my car with a car wash formulated _from the elements? Waxing protects your car in two ways. First, it leaves a protective coating on the paint to guard against those elements, or hazards, men- tioned above. And, second, it reduces drag or friction on the paint surface during future washings. ley KALAws BUICK GMC (1989) LTO. To All West Kootenay Residents, I am proud to report that General Motors of Canada has shown their confidence in Kalawsky Pontiac Buick GMC Cadillac and in the economy of our region by providing us our largest GMC truck allotments ever. We have 75 new GMC trucks in stock and in transit. We plan to sell them all, right here in the Kootenays! With the economy booming in the United States and vehicle demand increasing steadily all across Canada, this is truly an outstanding to our di hip and our ‘The benefit to you, our customers, is that we can offer you a GMC truck selection equal to that of any dealership in BC! ‘The second benefit is very competitive pricing! We want to sell these units as quickly as p for top quality trade-ins will be extra- ordinary. If you are considering buying any type of truck, van or utility vehicle this spring, I would personally like to invite you to come in and take a therefore, our pricing policy will be to earn Most cars today require a low-abrasive, long-lasting water beading wax, such as Rain Dance. The safest way to apply it is to place the wax on the application rag (a baby diaper comes in handy here) and apply to the car in a circular motion. Then, allow the wax to dry to a 1 all for 1995; haze and buff it away with a ble and our all look at these units. Let one of our sales professionals help you select the perfect unit for you. I will guarantee that we will make every effort to satisfy you with the right price and leasing or financing terms. Yours truly smooth, soft cotton/flannel cloth (another diaper). Do I really need to use a P on the dashboard, tires and interior? Absolutely. A quality sili- cone-based protectant such P.S. Kalawsky Pontiac Buick is truly “THE SPIRIT OF EXCELLENCE?” and I am sure you will experience the feeling as soon as you visit our dealership. as Armor All guards against ozone, oxygen and ultravio- The spirit of Excellence KALA PONTIAC BUICK GMC (1989) LTD. — THE KING OF CARS— 1700 Cobamebia one 365-2155 Collect let light rays which can crack, dull, harden and fade these items. It also makes these surfaces anti-static to repel dust and dirt. Used as directed, protectant can add years to your car's dash, tires and vinyl accessories. Wednesday, May 4, 1994 WHAT DO YOU CALL ONE OF THE ROOMIEST COMPACT SEDANS IN ITS CLASS? Submitted by Rick Kellen, Castlegar Mazda The Protegé LX features standard amenities like an AM/FM cassette stereo sound Dynamic Modal Analysis, to design an exceptionally rigid unit-body constructed of heavy gauge steel with extra reinforcing. That kind of strength and rigidity con- tributes to improved han- dling capabilities, a smoother ride, and also provides a strong of safety. So system with four speakers. You'll also find power win- dows, door locks and mirrors, plys a tilt steering column and cruise control. he compact sedan with more interior room than a Mer- cedes 190E? The compact car for full-size people? We simply call it the Mazda Pro- tegé. Trying to classify the Pro- you'll enjoy the kind of sub- stantial, solid feel that is expected in a larger sedan, but perfectly suited to Pro- tegé. All of this could certainly make it difficult to tell your friends exactly what kind of car you drive. We suggest you simply take them for a ride. tegé has always been‘a bit of =» ~ a challenge. For example there just aren't any other competitors with 92 cubic feet of passenger room. Inside this stretch-out interi- or, youll also find contoured ' seats upholstered in a dis- tinctive, comfortable and durable fabric. Front bucket seats that recline. And since we realize that people who like to drive also like to do lots of other things, the rear 60/40 split seatback folds forward so oversized cargo, like skis can slide right in. Once you get used to this kind of room, you'll also dis- cover the Protegé's big-car ride. Mazda engineers used our advanced computer design system, called THE VALUE-PACKED PROTEGE SE. Getting there is supposed to be half the fun. The best way to:make sure that it is, is with @ Manda Protegé SE. While other cars in its class can certainly get you where you want to go, none of them do it with the same style and excitement of the Protegé SE. No other car offers you so much for your money. It's loaded with a list of standard features that leaves the com- petition in the back seat. With its power moonroof, you can enjoy starry nights and sunny days. And the AM/FM auto-reverse stereo sound system with four speakers will make your favourite tunes sound better than ever. Outside the Protegé SE is just as impressive. Standard features include a rear spoil- er, full wheel covers, plus body-colour door handles and bumpers. It all works together to create an undeni- able sporty look. The Protegé SE. A whole lot of value, a whole lot of fun. ENGINEERING The surprising spirited per- formance of the Protegé starts with the standard fuel- efficient 103 horsepower, 4- single rhead-cam, -+S valve powerplant. Combine this with the crisp, short throw, standard 5-speed manual transmission and you will find endless driving pleasure. But many people have just as much fun with the optional 4-speed electronically con- trolled automatic with over- We've got a Great Fully Reconditioned HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR TIRES Submitted by: Larry Chemenkoff, Big O Tires Buying high-quality tires, buying the proper size for your car, and buying from a reputable tire retailer are all important for tire safety, long tire life, and driving satisfaction. But they're just the beginning. Your tires also need proper care. The suggestions and tire tips in this column will help you to get the maximum return on your tire investment. How much air should | put in my tires? Proper air pressure is the most part of tire care. Tires should be inflated to the pressure recommended by the manufacturer of your car. The vehicle manufacturer's recommended tire size and inflation pressure are shown in the owner's manual. This information is also placed in one or more of the following areas: + On the edge of the driver's door * On the door post © On the inside of the glovebox door the tire or vehicle manufacturer if the tire size on the vehicle does not match the recommended size, consult Selection of Used Trucks, and Ready to Work for You! 1992 GMC Sonoma SLE 5 spd., V6, wy §14-200 Supercab 1992 Ford F-250 4x4 | Bike Ford Aerostar eo. $19 900 readchersir sce | 1992 Ford F-150 4x4 Supercab 5 spd., V8, =e $18,900 Sev °8,900 1990 Ford F-150 4x4 *11,900 1988 Isuzu Trooper lle geliee \-ietiieim | 1989 Ford Econoline Auto, BER) |:~: _ °9,500 1988 Chevrolet Suburban drive. The patented Mazda Twin Trapezoidal Link (TTL) rear CASTLEGAR mazDa 713 - 7th St., Castlegar * 365-7241 suspension optimizes rear- wheel alignment, and front and rear stabilizer bars con- tribute to very precise han- dling. Finally, Protegé offers extra response and safety with power-assisted disc brakes and variable power- assisted steering. Clearly, the Protegé is in a class by itself. Growing numbers of compact sedan WE'LL BEAT ANY MAJO! COMPETITOR’S WRITTEN ESTIMATE. enthusiasts will attest to that. Because we began with high standards of economy, relia- bility, durability and value - then took the Protegé far beyond anything you might expéct. But our intent is not to compare the Protegé to other cars in the compact class, just simply to offer you a choice. Because there are those who actually prefer the kinds _ TRUST YOUR CAR TO . —— son 618 Lake Street 354-4866 * See participating dealer for details. Offer expires: June 4, 1994 of cars you usually find in this, category. And there are those_who prefer more. ANOTHER REASON TO LIKE K Peter Van Dijk Kal Tire Technician YOU'LL LIKE OUR VALUE! 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