Reliable Chevrolet, which sold 1,336 GM Certified Used Vehicles in 2004, has ranked among the top-selling GM Certified Used Vehicles dealerships in the U.S. since joining the program in 2001. GM Certified Used Vehicles, the nation's top-selling manufacturer-certified brand, sold an industry-leading 449,562 units in 2004*, establishing a new all-time annual sales mark in the certified category for the third consecutive year. GM also announced the following 2004 GM Certified Used Vehicles Regional Sales Leader Award winners: North Central region, Gandrud Chevrolet, Green Bay, Wis.; Northeast region, Valley Chevrolet, Wilkes-Barre, Pa.; Southeast region, Bob King Pontiac-GMC, Wilmington, N.C.; and Western region, John L. Sullivan Chevrolet, Roseville, Calif. Since 1967, Reliable Chevrolet, located at 3655 S. Campbell in Springfield, Mo., has been serving the Ozarks as one of the highest volume sales and service dealerships in the region. With a commitment to customer service that is second to none, Reliable Chevrolet has one of the largest pre-owned and new vehicle inventories in the region and one of the area's most comprehensive parts and service departments. "Since the beginning of our participation in the GM Certified Used Vehicles program more than three years ago, we have been providing our customers with an extra degree of confidence that they are purchasing a thoroughly inspected, quality used vehicle," said Tim Dawson, general sales manager, Reliable Chevrolet. "The GM Certified program is particularly valuable to our success because we're based in a college town and a significant portion of our marketing efforts focus on students and young adults wanting reliable transportation at affordable pricing. The GM Certified Used Vehicles program meets their needs perfectly." "Reliable Chevrolet's position as the national sales leader is a strong testament to the peace of mind and value GM Certified brings to their customers," said Jeff Heichel, director, GM Used Vehicle Activities. "The program's success is the direct result of the commitment of dealers like Reliable Chevrolet who provide customers with great value and a high-quality purchase and ownership experience that only a franchise dealer can provide. That commitment is reflected in their outstanding sales results." About GM Certified Used Vehicles GM Certified Used Vehicles, the number-one selling manufacturer-certified brand*, are high-quality, reconditioned vehicles, available at participating Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, Pontiac and GMC dealers. All models are six years old or newer, have 60,000 miles or less, are reconditioned to stringent GM Certified Used Vehicles standards and must undergo a rigorous 110-plus-point inspection and reconditioning process. All GM Certified Used Vehicles are supported by a three-month/3,000-mile comprehensive limited warranty, a three-day/150-mile customer satisfaction guarantee, and 24-hour roadside assistance during the term of the warranty. For more information about GM Certified Used Vehicles, visit www.gmcertified.com, which features exclusive vehicle listings. About General Motors General Motors Corp. (NYSE: GM), the world's largest automaker, has been the global industry sales leader since 1931. Founded in 1908, GM today employs about 324,000 people around the world. It has manufacturing operations in 32 countries and its vehicles are sold in 200 countries. In 2004, GM sold nearly 9 million cars and trucks globally, up 4 percent and the second-highest total in the company's history. GM's global headquarters are at the GM Renaissance Center in Detroit. More information on GM can be found at www.gm.com. * Autodata Corp., U.S. Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Retail Sales - 2004. |