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Confidence in Motion Subaru Forester XS See page 4

Inside this issue European showcase

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Buying a ‘beaut ute’

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Go-karts: racing ahead

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Roadshow hits town Calling all European car enthusiasts – or anyone who appreciates a fine motor vehicle and wants to experience the latest offering from BMW.

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As reported in the last issue of Bay Driver, BMW recently unveiled their spectacular new 1 Series M Coupe at the Auckland Speed Show. Bay Driver is delighted to announce that Tauranga now has the same opportunity to get up close and personal with this exciting motor vehicle.

BMW New Zealand is showcasing the only 1M Coupe in the country at Coombes Johnston BMW, 113 Hewletts Road, Mount Maunganui on Friday and Saturday, August 12 and 13. This special roadshow event also includes the original 1973 BMW 3.0 CSL race car that Chris Amon and Hans Stuck drove to victory at Nurburgring that same year.

On that day, Chris Amon won the famous six hour event – in the first racer made by the BMW M division. This distinctive racing car,

with its tri-coloured M livery and classic body kit, dominated European circuits throughout the late 70s and firmly cemented the M badge’s place in history.

Now with the arrival of the all-new BMW 1M Coupe, the smallest M vehicle ever made by the marque, it is clear to see it still embodies everything that M stands for. Both vehicles are sure to offer plenty of excitement for Tauranga car enthusiasts.

As part of the roadshow, the local BMW Car Club will be holding a Show and Shine at Coombes Johnston on Saturday as well, with more lovingly cared for BMW’s on display. There’ll also be a barbecue lunch from 11am.

“We’d love to see as many people as possible come along this Friday and Saturday to view the 1M Coupe,” says Coombes Johnston BMW manager Clive Holmes.

“It is such a special car. We also have the latest model BMW X5 Performance in our showroom available for demonstrating.”

Coombes Johnston BMW is located on the eastern side of Hewletts Road, just along from the intersection with Jean Batten Drive. The roadshow starts at 10am.

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BMW M. The laTesT and greaTesT. Since the early 1970s the letter M has stood as the pinnacle of road-going motorsport. The vehicle that launched the M legend, the 1972 CSL, is in New Zealand for a limited time. Come and see it this weekend in the metal at Coombes Johnston BMW alongside the vehicle that’s keeping the M legend alive in 2011 – the all-new BMW 1M Coupé.

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Getting a ‘beaut ute’ for a bargain So you need a ute, but don’t want to get too carried away with anything fancy and new. Or maybe you’ve decided that the time is right to buy that tow vehicle for either work or play.

The second hand ute market is renowned for fetching good prices. Jumping on the internet also provesjust how tight the market is withAutotrader listing only 84 used utes throughout New Zealand.

This week, Bay Driver decided to see what we could find around town in some of the popular makes and models, in good condition and without too many years under the belt. We’re pleased to report that we were able to source four two-wheel-drive utes among our group of loyal advertisers that may just fit the bill.

Any of these would be ideal either as a second business vehicle, or if you are just starting out in the “trades”, could provide an affordable set of wheels.

Toyota Hilux

Bay City Mitsubishi on Cameron Rd has a 2004 Toyota Hilux Cab Plus ute on its yard that has scrubbed up very well. With an unblemished white paint job, it comes complete with a quality Crown canopy that opens on both the sides and at the rear and is

2004 Toyota Hilux Cab Plus.

fully lockable. The two rear jump seats are ideal for running around unexpected passengers or family to sports practices and school.

The Hilux is retailing for $15,995, is powered by a 2.7 litre petrol engine and is New Zealand new. With 165,000km on the clock there is plenty of life left in the renowned Toyota workhorse. It also has alloys, tow bar and bonnet guard.

Mazda Bounty

Down the road on 4th Ave, Ute City has a 2005 Mazda Bounty flat deck ute. Powered by a 2.5 litre turbo diesel it has that low down torque you will often need for towing gear to work sites. The original deck is in pretty good nick and there’s also a bullet proof and lockable Geelong tool box on the back for your valuable gear.

The tyres are near new and, being a one owner ute with only 80,500km on the clock plus a factory stereo, tow bar,nudge bar and twin airbags, it represents excellent buying at $16,995. It also comes with a 3.5 star rating on fuel economy, helping keep those job costs down.

Nissan Vanette

Warehouse Cars, down on the corner of Burrows St and 15th Ave, has a nifty Nissan Vanette truck. Though not your standard “ute”,

2005 Mazda Bounty Flat Deck.

it offers something a bit different with its lower deck level, smaller (1.8litre) petrol engine and free folding tray sides.

It features a steel deck that is pre-drilled to take trestles for loading pipes and gear across the top, and because that deck sits several centimetres lower than a typical ute, it makes lifting heavier items on or off easier on the owner’s back. Although the Vanette’s petrol engine is smaller than a typical ute engine, this may be fine for someone with work based mainly around town who is not looking for any searing speed or serious torque for towing. The upside is excellent fuel economy.

At $10,995, this 2003 model is also significantly cheaper than a ute – it comes with 161,000km on the clock and transmission is a five speed manual. A useful feature that may be handy in tight unloading sites is the ability to fold the sides down without having to drop the tailgate, which is the usual requirement on mostutes.

Nissan Navara DX

Over at the Mount, on Hewlett’s Road, Farmer Autovillagehas a Navara DX double cab on their used vehicle yard. It is what it is: a true blue (literally) working ute that does not come full of fancy-pants bells and whistles, but will be a faithful work companion day in and day out. It is a 2008 model with plenty of space in

2003 Nissan Vanette Truck.

UTE LOCATOR: 2004 TOYOTA HILUX Bay City Mitsubishi – Cnr Elizabeth St and Cameron Rd, Tauranga. Ph 07 578 0039 2005 MAZDA BOUNTY Ute City – 4th Avenue, Tauranga.

Ph 07 571 3100 2003 NISSAN VANETTE Warehouse Cars – Cnr 15th Ave and Burrows St, Tauranga. Ph 07 571 8888 2008 NISSAN NAVARA DX Farmer Autovillage – 116 Hewletts Rd, Mount Maunganui. Ph 07 578 6017 the rear seats plus a canopy and deck liner.

Its 2.5 litre diesel powerplant is the engine that Nissan has established such a good reputation with and will also help to keep job costs down with its three star fuel economy rating.

In a market where the leap up to a new machine is measured in the tens of thousands, this Navara, at $19,995, offers a realistic option, particularly if money is a bit tight.It would be ideal for anyone seeking a second ute for the company, or maybe even a second vehicle for home where something tough for towing a boat, horsefloat or large trailer is needed.

2008 Nissan Navara DX.

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New heart for quiet performer

Subaru Forester XS A heart transplant – that implies something done only as a last resort option, when all other attempts at improving the patient’s standard of life have failed.

For the latest Subaru Forester, however, a heart transplant has not been carried out in an effort to save the cross-over car from annihilation. Far from it. Its new heart comes in the form of an exciting and completely revised new generation boxer engine – which has taken a good car and made it great.

The Subaru engineers went back to the CAD screen to start over with the new engine, aiming to make it quieter, more efficient, and more economical. A decent open road trip from Tauranga to Rotorua this week revealed just how well Subaru has achieved this. The mid-range Forester XS we drove exhibited a new-found lease of life, thanks to the smart new engine up front.

Exceptional performance

The new design includes a quad cam chain drive that has improved torque and power delivery. As the horizontally-opposed cylinders boxed away in the heart of the engine, the Forester performed with exceptional smoothness and quietness. Gone was any harshness under acceleration and instead,

a more refined, appreciated powerplant showed its muscle. It proved a boxer design can combine its advantages of a lower centre of gravity and punchy performance into a smooth driving experience.

The Forester has always seemed something of a quiet cousin to the “rah-rah” rally reputation of the Impreza and the favourite “big brother” wagon the Legacy – both of which have done so much to cement Subaru into the minds and hearts of Kiwi drivers.

Hop inside the Forester, however and you may find yourself reassessing just how badly you really need that SUV you may have been considering. That is because the Forester, with its slightly higher profile than the Legacy, offers masses of space within its cabin. Across front, back and boot – there is a great sense of spaciousness that only adds to the feeling that this is a car that offers outstanding value for money – even before you include its all-wheel-drive ability.

The rear boot area could easily swallow a mountain bike and beach gear – and taking advantage of the 60:40 rear seat split would see loads of cumbersome outdoor gear easily swallowed. Take all this space and versatility, add in the all-wheel-drive and new hard-wearing seat cloth material and the Forester is a vehicle that exhibits the integrity demanded by people who expect their vehicles to fulfil the marketing promises; being durable, enjoyable and capable.

Nice touches

For the driver, the seating position is nicely elevated, overlooking a dashboard laid out in a no-nonsense fashion. The three main dials are clear to read in their positions, while a trip computer is nicely tucked up alongside the clock. Combining a reversing camera into the stereo display is a nice touch and the addition of a USB input brings it up to date for iPod use too. Indicators built into the side mirrors are also a welcome new feature.

Power is delivered via an auto/SS transmission, with a sport or manual mode that gives some extra flexibility and variety to the driving experience. The drive over the Mamakus to Rotorua was made even more inspiring by dropping the Forester into manual and feeling it relish being pushed a bit harder through the twists and turns with that added confidence of the symmetrical all-wheel-drive. With its lower engine mounting points and a highly capable suspension system, the Forester proved it could match its stable mates in delivering on Subaru’s famed handling and grace through more challenging road sections.

Combined with the new comfort and technology features noted above, it all adds up to make for a very contemporary vehicle that manages to fulfil all the demands put on it from drivers who may expect a lot. In my mind, the Forester strikes me as an ideal

Engine: 2.5 Litre Horizontally Opposed Petrol Power: 126kW @ 5800rpm.

Torque: 235Nm @4100 rpm Transmission: Auto/SS with Sport Mode Suspension: Macpherson Strut Independent – front. Double Wishbone Independent – rear Features: iPod connectivity, reversing camera, cruise control, climate control, Bluetooth, six airbags, tinted windows, steering wheel mounted audio controls Fuel Efficiency: 8.5L/100km (as tested) Price: $45,990 (as tested) Available at: Bay Subaru at Farmer Autovillage, 116 Hewletts Road, Mount Maunganui Contact: Darrel Nicholson (right) phone 07 578 6017 or 021 182 6456

work vehicle for a rural vet, with its spacious rear for all the equipment the job requires, decent seats that will handle a bit of muck and the certainty of all-wheel-drive for getting around some tough roads and farm tracks.

If you just need a seriously reliable, wellperforming vehicle for just about any other purpose, be it for outdoors pursuits or family motoring; the all-new Forester XS will definitely satisfy expectations.

By Richard Rennie

The 2011 Subaru Forester has a new ‘heart’ helping to deliver an improved all-round driving experience.

The Forester has a straightforward dash layout, which incorporates some nice touches.

With a higher profile, the Forester offers plenty of interior space that would put many other SUVs to shame.

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Leading brand well represented in Tauranga Award-winning Mercedes-Benz sales consultant Jason Smith has discovered just how rewarding work can be when marketing one of the world’s leading car brands.

The sales consultant for Ingham Sears in Tauranga is the winner of a Mercedes-Benz Star Guild Award for 2010. By winning this prestigious award – competed for among all Mercedes-Benz dealerships in New Zealand – Jason has demonstrated his excellent knowledge of the luxury vehicle range, as well as his superior customer service skills.

Only two Star Guild awards are given out each year and are based on sales results, assessments and customer surveys.

Meeting customers for the first time and establishing what it is they are looking for in a motor vehicle is a key motivation for Jason.

“After all – the Mercedes-Benz range has something for everyone; from smaller hatchback models to limousines,” says Jason.

“It really comes down to offering guidance and advice to people, rather than selling them a car. This means the customer never feels that they have been “pushed” into buying the wrong car.”

Of course, it helps if you know the car you are advising people about is a Mercedes-Benz – with all of the reassurance that comes with a 125-year heritage and masterful German engineering.

During 2010, the marque sold more than a million passenger vehicles worldwide – and that’s not including the thousands of light and heavy commercial vehicles sold globally as well.

The Ingham-Sears team is thrilled to announce the first of the all-new ‘facelifted’

C-Class sedans and the all-new C-Class Coupe – which have just arrived at the dealership. It is being displayed alongside the impressive new generation SLK convertible and CLS Class, which has also freshly arrived into the showroom.

Naturally, Jason is more than happy to demonstrate the many luxury features each of these new cars has to keen customers.

“I’d also like to remind customers that Ingham-Sears carries an excellent range of pre-owned Mercedes-Benz,” says Jason.

“I know that many people harbour a lifelong ambition to own a Mercedes-Benz, and purchasing one of our fully guaranteed pre-loved models can be an ideal way to introduce someone to the brand.”

Ingham-Sears’ general manager Phil Wills is extremely proud of Jason’s achievement.

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If you are a lover of Mercedes-Benz cars – or even if you have never considered owning one – call in to Ingham-Sears for a chat with Jason soon and view the range of gleaming vehicles on display.

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Corey Green racing at the recent 2011 national schools champs in Hamilton.

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Gearing up for the club championship in November, Bay of Plenty Kartsport racer Corey Green has been putting in the extra kilometres before defending his title.

Corey recently competed at the Kartsport New Zealand National School Champs, placing seventh overall out of 24 in the strong Yamaha lights class; racing a 100cc engine – recording fourth, third and sixth in the dry heats.

He also raced in the Rotax lights class, but due to mechanical issues wasn’t as successful as he would have liked.

“The clutch didn’t go too well. It broke while

we were driving so it wouldn’t go very well.

“We had to get a backup engine put in, which wasn’t as quick – which was disappointing because I was going quite fast in the practise rounds.”

Earlier this year, Corey competed in the fourth and final round of the Bay of Plenty club points series, in which he won; winning the first three rounds outright and placing second in the fourth round.

The Year 12 Otumoetai College student has been racing since he was 10 years old, with his first race a club day in Te Puke. Since then, he continues to grow as a racer and has been involved competitively in the sport for the last three years.

His father Phil Green used to race – so Corey

wanted to have a go as well and immediately took a liking to the fast-paced nature of the sport.

Sponsored by Ultimate Motor Group and Makzgear, Corey has since developed a passion for racing and wants to continue on after he has left school.

Thirteen-year-old Blake Harris is another champion karter from the BOP Kart Club. Since he started karting at the age of seven, Blake has consistently rated at the top of the points table for both the Cadets – six to 12 years – and Junior Restricted – 10 to14 years –categories. He is currently sitting in first position on the BOP Club’s points

chart for 2011. Blake is looking forward to continuing his motor racing career when he finishes karting at the end of the year.

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