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Teacher Turned Salesman

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I love my job but I didn’t start out wanting to be a car salesman. Growing up in Barnegat, I wanted to be the next star shortstop for the New York Yankees. In fact, I was the leading hitter on Southern Regional All State Baseball team. I thought I was half way there unfortunately that didn’t pan out; I graduated college in May of 1972, signed my teaching contract at Toms River North High School and thought I was on top of the world! Just one problem, I needed a job until I started teaching in September as I applied as a car Salesman at Joe Bennett Chevrolet. As he needed a couple of more salesman, while he was moving his business from the corner of Rt 9 and Rt 72 (where the Diamond Mine is located) to a new location (now Causeway Nissan). Since I just graduated from college, grew up in the area, and knew how to spell Chevrolet, took a chance on me and I got hired. That

summer was crazy. Learning the product, learning how to sell cars, and getting “Lesson Plans” ready for teaching in the fall.

I did so well that summer selling cars, Mr. Bennett called me in his office and asked if I would be willing to work part time basis as I was teaching. I said “Sure!” not knowing that working two nights a week and all day Saturday I would finish first, second, or third on the board every month. In June, I finished my first year of teaching. Mr. Bennett and his managers called me in his office again and asked if I would give up teaching and become a full time car salesman. It was the hardest decision I ever had to make. I loved them both, but I really had fun in selling cars. You get to talk to different people every day, laugh with them, and in there somewhere you sell them a car! In 1993 I moved right next door to Causeway Ford and found out Ford was easier to spell than Chevrolet. (I’ve lost some brain cells along the way). For the last twenty years, I’ve been selling for the Wintrode Family and have loved every day of it! Plus, the owner, Dave Wintrode, is a Yankee Fan. Recently I celebrated my 41st year in the business. I’ve been blessed to have sold over 11,500 cars and trucks. It’s hard work and you do have to put in your time. My wife is an angel for putting up with me! But the rewards have been well worth it. I am very active in our church (St. Mary) have coached Stafford Little League for 24 years, coached Stafford Soccer, and have been a member of the Long Beach Island

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Nissan celebrated two major milestones today with the first U.S.produced 2014 Nissan Rogue rolling off the line in Smyrna, Tenn. as the facility’s 10 millionth vehicle. The Nissan Rogue is the fifth in a streak of five launches of core-volume models in just 15 months. The all-new product blitz that began with the new Nissan Altima now has refreshed more than 75 percent of Nissan showroom volume. The shift of Rogue production to the United States is part of Nissan’s broader strategy to build where it sells. By 2015, Nissan aims to have 85 percent of its products that are sold in the United States produced in North America. Nissan’s U.S. manufacturing footprint in Smyrna spans more than three decades and includes a number of iconic Nissan nameplates such as Altima, Pathfinder, Xterra, Frontier and Sentra. “Momentum continues as we add new products, jobs and investment to our U.S. manufacturing operations,” said Susan Brennan, Nissan’s vice president of manufacturing in Smyrna. “For more than 30 years, the Smyrna plant has been building high-quality vehicles, and today’s milestone serves as further testament to the flexibility, efficiency and talent of our U.S. workforce.” Demand for the Rogue grew nearly 50 percent from just under 100,000 units in 2010 to 142,000 units in 2012. Calendar-year sales of Rogue through September 2013 totaled 124,669, up 13.6 percent from the prior year. Set to go on sale in November, the totally redesigned 2014 model features a stylish right-sized exterior along with flexible, roomy and inviting interior with optional 3-row/7-passenger seating. “The consistent sales growth of Rogue has made it one of the superstars of the Nissan lineup since its launch in 2007,” said Fred Diaz, divisional vice president, Sales and Marketing, Service and Parts, Nissan U.S.A. “Now Nissan’s second-best selling vehicle, we will look to the all-new Rogue to continue its momentum and help drive the brand’s sales to the next level.” Nissan’s Smyrna Plant now employs more than 7,000 people with an annual payroll in excess of $275 million. The plant is home to the award-winning Altima, Maxima, Pathfinder, LEAF and Infiniti QX60, as well as the country’s largest lithium-ion automotive battery plant supporting production of the all-electric, zeroemission Nissan LEAF. For more information on a brand new Nissan please contact your Nissan Specialist at Causeway Nissan.

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Penn State vs. Ohio State Mike Gesicki will announce his decision the week: Buckeyes recruiting

Saturday to watch the Nittany Lions’ thrilling 43-40 win over Michigan in four overtimes. Gesicki told Todderick Hunt of NJ.com that Penn State really helped itself after the visit. “Penn State was unbelievable,” the 6-foot-6, 240-pound said. “The atmosphere, all the people. It wasn’t just the game that got me. It was meeting the players and talking to people on the team. That’s what I took away from the weekend.

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Manahawkin (N.J.) Southern Regional product Mike Gesicki, one of the top uncommitted tight end prospects in the country, will announce his decision this week between Ohio State and Penn State. A three-star prospect rated by Rivals.com the No. 14 tight end in the 2014 class, Gesicki made official visits to both programs in the recent weeks before eliminating all other programs – he had more than 15 other scholarship offers – from contention. Gesicki’s most recent visit was to Penn State on

“I would say I went in there with my opinion of Penn State and it definitely didn’t hurt them. It didn’t make my decision or anything like that, but it definitely didn’t hurt. I really did enjoy myself.” Gesicki was one of the top prospects on the sideline for Ohio State’s 31-24 win over Wisconsin on Sept. 28. That was the Buckeyes’ biggest game for recruiting this year because it was a night game and Ohio State wore alternate uniforms. LeBron James was roaming the sidelines. “I took my official there when they played Wisconsin and it was just as good as Penn State,” Gesicki said of Ohio State. “Both visits were phenomenal. I was treated very well at both places. I met a lot of great people. I sat down with Urban Meyer, watched film with him and

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Honda quietly debuted the updated-for-2013 Europeanmarket CR-Z at the Paris auto show, and the company’s changes address a key complaint about the current car: its lack of power. Before this refresh, the CR-Z’s 1.5-liter four-cylinder and electric-

motor combo was good for just 122 hp. For 2013, Honda has given both the gas engine and the electric motor a boost. The 1.5-liter four’s output increases from 113 hp to 119, and the electric motor is 7-hp beefier. As a result, combined power rises from 122 hp to 130, and peak torque swells from 123 lbft to 140. (With the automatic transmission, torque tops at 127 lb-ft.) What’s even better news is that these changes now have been confirmed for our market, too.

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motor’s power bump. More accelerative fun comes by way of a new, F1 KERS–style Plus Sport boost setup, which gives the driver additional electricmotor assist with the push of a steering-wheel button. The feature is only operable if the battery has more than a 50 percent charge, and the boost lasts up to 10 seconds. Even with the increased power, fuel economy edges up slightly from last year. CR-Zs with the continuously variable transmission add 1 mpg in the city for an EPA rating of 36/39. With the stick, it’s the highway number that improves by one, leaving the 2013 at 31/38. Honda claims the added power should trim several tenths off of the CR-Z’s 0-to-60 times; we clocked one at 9.6 seconds back in 2010. Not to be difficult, but the Mazda 3 is rated at 28/40 and delivers 60 mph in just 7.9 seconds. And it’s fun to drive.

Okay, so 130 horses still isn’t going to unseat your average minivan in a stoplight drag race, but we’ll take any power increase we can get. Honda attributes the additional power to a reprogrammed engine computer, a revised variable valve-timing setup, and an updated crankshaft. The company also swapped the car’s nickel-metal hydride battery pack for a more modern Stop by Causeway Honda to lithium-ion unit; the move is responsible for the electric test drive one today!

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Offer valid with any approved test drive, short comparison questionnaire may be required. Please allow 2 weeks for delivery of Gift card. Limit 1 test drive per family / household.

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BIG DEALS Honda Line-up We’re proud to announce that Kelley Blue Book® has named Honda the Best Value Brand as part of its 2013 Brand, three years in a row.

Honda Civic

109

Honda Fit

149

Honda CR-V

195

PER MONTH LEASE

Payment based on 36 month lease with $1,999 down with first month payment due at signing. 12,000 miles per year, 15¢ per mile thereafter. Plus tax, tag, $595 bank fee. Security deposit not included. Price includes all factory rebates. Residual $11,655.45. Stk# 931374

Payment based on 36 month lease with $999 down with first month payment due at signing. 12,000 miles per year, 15¢ per mile thereafter. Plus tax, tag, $595 bank fee. Security deposit not included. Price includes all factory rebates. Residual $10,038.85. Stk# 931385

Payment based on 36 month lease with $1,990 down with first month payment due at signing. 12,000 miles per year, 15¢ per mile thereafter. Plus tax, tag, $595 bank fee. Security deposit not included. Price includes all factory rebates. Residual $16,016. Stk# 931325

457 Route 72 East Manahawkin, NJ 08050

888-641-4919

Visit us online at www.CausewayHonda.net

BUSINESS www.causewaycars.com

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LOWE’S

GIFT CARD

with purchase.

$250 Lowes Gift Card per purchase of any new business/ commercial truck purchase. Offer must be presented at time of purchase. Offers can not be combined. Please allow 2 weeks for Gift Card delivery. Lowes is not affiliated with the Causeway Gazette or its family of dealerships. All offers end 10-31-2013.

This is TRUCK COUNTRY

E ADVERTISE SS IN YOUR BUS ! here

CAUSEWAY FORD HAS THE TRUCKS TO GET THE JOB DONE.

375 Rt 72 East Stafford Township, NJ 08050

E ADVERTISE SS YOUR BUSIN here!

888-420-1288

*Price(s) include(s) all costs to be paid by a consumer, except for licensing costs, registration fees and taxes. All prices include Causeway & Ford rebates and loyalties discounts. Inventory is subject to change.

Visit us online at www.causewaytruckcountry.com

Coupon Required Summer Travel Special!

PORTABLE DVD HEADREST KITS

729

Plus 7% NJ Sales Tax

• Dual 7” Backlit LCD Screens With Top Load DVD Players • Can Be Used Both In Cars And In House With Supplied Wall Plug Adapter • Heavy Duty Automotive Grade Materials • Comes Complete With Handy Carrying Case Not valid with any other offer. Please present coupon to advisor at time of write-up. Tax and other fees may apply. Expires 09/30/13.

Coupon Required

TIRES

LOW PRICE GUARANTEE WHY BUY TIRES ANYWHERE ELSE WHEN CAUSEWAY OFFERS ALL OF THIS:

• 13 MAJOR BRANDS • 30-DAYS PRICE GUARANTEE • ALL MAKES AND MODELS

Not valid with any other offer. Please present coupon to advisor at time of write-up. Requires presentation of competitor’s current price ad/ offer on exact tire sold by dealership within 30 days after purchase. See dealer for details. Expires 12/31/13.

Coupon Required RHINO LINING IS HERE PICK-UP TRUCKS 8’ $ REG: $575

525 $ NOW 500 NOW

PICK-UP TRUCKS 5.5’ or 6.5’ REG: $550

PLUS TAX

TOOL BOXES OR UTILITY BOX EXTRA Not valid with any other offer. Please present coupon to advisor at time of write-up. Tax and other fees may apply. Not valid on previous service performed. Dealer reserves the right to limit the discount on certain vehicles and services. Expires 09/20/13.

Coupon Required REMOTE STARTER AVAILABLE FOR MOST MODELS

REG: $350

PLUS TAX

SOME MODELS HAVE TWO KEYS

10 OFF %

PUSH BUTTON OR MOBILIZER MODELS REG $450 + TAX

Not valid with any other offer. Please present coupon to advisor at time of write-up. Tax and other fees may apply. Not valid on previous service performed. Dealer reserves the right to limit the discount on certain vehicles and services. Expires 12/31/13.