Herb Chambers Cars and Coffee Events are held monthly.

These events are all well attended. 

It’s New England’s newest car event showcasing antique, classic, exotic, hotrods, motorcycles and motorsports collections from the New England area and around the world!

Herb Chambers Cars and Coffee have become quite a must event for the car enthusiast population of New England!  

The past two events have been tremendously successful.  

In July Herb brought his McLaren F-1 to the event.

 Be a part of the Herb Chambers Cars and Coffee event in August!

Saturday, August 14th, 2010 from 7:00am to 10am at
Herb Chambers Flagship Motorcars 385 Broadway, Lynnfield, MA 01940
Herb will be bringing his twin Daytona’s to the event!

Herb Chambers Car Collection – Herb’s Twin Daytonas!

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Includes  Photos by Michael Manning as part of an advertising supplement to the Boston Globe

With the proud support of  The Iacocca Foundation and Herb Chambers, Joslin Diabetes Center presents an exclusive raffle benefiting Joslin’s High Hopes Fund. Enter to win this Limited 45th Anniversary Edition Iacocca Mustang and help raise critical support for the ongoing fight against diabetes.

All proceeds from the raffle will go directly to Joslin’s High Hopes Fund which supports the Center’s greatest needs in research, education and clinical care.

Only 2,500 tickets will be sold!

Don’t miss your opportunity to win this priceless piece of moving artwork!

• Iacocca Mustang Brochure
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• About Joslin Diabetes Center

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Herb Chambers, Jet Set Events & Driven Perfection present the new line of Porsche Cayenne for 2011!
2011 Porsche Cayenne Launch Party
Experience A New Level Of Utility & Performance

• Date: Thursday July 29th 2010
• Time: 6:00PM – 9:00PM
• Place: Showcase Live! @ Patriot Place, Foxboro MA
• Directions
• Event Facebook Page

This Event Is By Invitation Only – To Receive Your Official Invitation Please RSVP To: JetSetEvents@Comcast.net

About the new Porsche 2011 Cayenne’s

Vehicle Highlights

The 2011 Porsche Cayenne is redesigned, with freshened styling, more power, and the brand’s first gas/electric hybrid model. Cayenne is Porsche’s SUV and shares elements of its basic design with the Volkswagen Touareg. Cayenne differs in styling and powertrains. Base, S, Turbo, and S Hybrid models are available. Base Cayennes have a new 300-horsepower 3.6-liter V6 engine. S and Turbo versions have 4.8-liter V8 engines with 400 and 500 horsepower, respectively. A 6-speed manual transmission is standard on the Base. Available on that model and standard on all others is an 8-speed automatic. Maximum towing capacity is 7,716 pounds. All Cayennes have all-wheel drive with low-range gearing for off-road use and locking center differential.

The Cayenne S Hybrid has a supercharged 3.0-liter V6 engine that pairs with a battery-powered electric motor for 380 horsepower total. The hybrid system allows Cayenne to run on one or both of its power sources to balance acceleration and fuel economy. No plug-in charging is necessary. The S Hybrid also uses an 8-speed automatic transmission. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, an antiskid system with rollover sensors, front-side airbags, and curtain-side airbags. A navigation system is available. Standard on the Turbo and optional on the Base and S is an adjustable air suspension. Also standard on the Turbo and optional on the Base and S is Porsche Active Suspension Management, which automatically adjusts suspension damping based on road conditions. Blind-spot alert and adaptive cruise control are optional.

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Herb Chambers enters the mobile Media market with iPhone App

To Download the App – CLICK HERE

Herb Chambers Companies, Jay Gubala continues the drive to keep the company on the technology edge to attract new customers and offer every available convenience to its loyal customer base. 

The addition of the sleek app is one more step in that direction.  The Herb Chambers iPhone App is a clean and versatile addition to the growing media mix offered by Herb Chambers Companies.  The Herb Chambers app features an excellent graphic interface and a complete inventory of every new and pre owned vehicle, make and model available real time by Herb Chambers Companies. 

Herb Chambers Companies continues to set the technology bar high

Gumiyo was the company chosen by Jay Gubala for the development of the Herb Chambers iPhone and Android Apps.

Herb Chambers Mobile for iPhone provides up-to-date New and Used car listings as well as the ability to book service appointments. The mission of Herb Chambers mobile is to provide the highest quality service to our customers in the sale and repair of their motor vehicles.

Herb Chambers Mobile:

• Complete New and Used vehicle listing information
• Service Scheduler
• Quick Contact any Herb Chambers dealership
• Payment calculator
• Store hours, map and driving directions and more!

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By Clifford Atiyeh, Globe Staff

The tiny Smart car, fighting sluggish US sales, is getting a jolt under the seats.

That is where the lithium-ion battery pack sits in the new electric version of the two-seater, located where its 8.7-gallon gas tank used to be.

The Smart ForTwo Electric Drive made its local debut yesterday at the Herb Chambers dealership in Somerville. Taking a cue from BMW, which leased its prototype electric Mini Cooper last year to 500 American drivers, Smart is bringing 250 test models of its electric car to the United States. They will be available through special lease programs, but most will be sold to corporate fleets.

Smart plans to build 1,500 before official production begins in 2012. The four-year lease is expected to cost $31,500, about $10,000 more than the most expensive gasoline-powered Smart, according to Derek Kaufman, one of the brand’s vice presidents.

“What we’re really trying to promote here is the electrification of transportation,’’ he said.

The Smart car, made by Daimler AG, was introduced in Europe in 1998, and brought to the US market two years ago, when gas prices hovered around $4. Nearly 25,000 of the tiny two-seaters were sold that year.

Now that fuel prices have ebbed, Smart has struggled to market a microcar with scant luggage space and average fuel economy. Smart’s US sales through June are down 61 percent over last year, with only 577 sold last month. Herb Chambers, who owns two Smart dealerships, says that in a “good month,’’ he sells up to 20 of the cars.

“If fuel were $4 a gallon, there wouldn’t be a car sitting here,’’ Chambers said in his Somerville showroom.

Other than green wheels, decals, and two circular gauges atop the dashboard to show battery life and available power, there’s no apparent difference from the regular Smart. Power cables stow inside the tailgate, and the motor and other electrical components hide under the cargo floor.

Despite adding roughly 300 pounds worth of batteries engineered by California-based Tesla Motors, the 8-foot, 10-inch ForTwo barely weighs a ton. Maximum speed tops out at 60 miles per hour and its range is 84 miles. A complete charge from a standard outlet takes about eight hours.

Later this year, a wave of electric cars is expected to go on sale.

Buyers of electric cars can qualify for up to $7,500 in federal tax credits.

Clifford Atiyeh can be reached at catiyeh@globe.com.

Preview
courtesy New Car Test Drive

The 2011 Ford Mustang will look almost exactly like the 2010 model, but the 2011 Mustang and 2011 Mustang GT models will sport new engines when they go on sale early in summer 2010.

Herb Chambers Ford of Braintree

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Youkilis teams up with Herb Chambers

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Herb Chambers Companies Announces Partnership with Boston Red Sox First Baseman Kevin Youkilis

“YOUK” Signs as Herb Chambers Pitchman!

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Dear  reader: Advertising research tells us that “you” are part of a valued readership demographic, one that’s targeted by upscale automobile dealers.

Thus, we bring you to the pinnacle of upscale: the 2011 Bentley Mulsanne, the marque’s new flagship vehicle. If you have to ask, the MSRP is $285,000.

Bentley had an array of its vehicles, past and present, on display at the Boston Harbor Hotel in late April. However, the centerpiece — the Mulsanne — remained under a cover in the hotel’s waterfront gazebo.

On hand to help introduce the car was Emma Northey, great granddaughter of company founder W.O. Bentley. She had been “stranded” in her Boston home by the volcanic ash cloud that kept her from flying back to England for a wedding.

Northey grew up surrounded by Bentleys and only later realized that the “Matchbox” toy cars she played with as a child were actually custom models of Bentleys past, present, and proposed.

Helping her unveil the Mulsanne were Christophe Georges, president and COO, Bentley Motors, Inc.; Herb Chambers, owner of the Bentley Boston dealership; and Paul Downey, salesman (the title doesn’t come close to describing the man) at Bentley Boston.

Chambers, who sells more than 40,000 cars per year at his 48 (and counting) dealerships, was positively passionate about the Mulsanne. The first one that arrives at his dealership will be the launch/promotional vehicle; the second will be for him. “I’m ordering it in white — bright white,” he says, “That’s the hottest color going right now.”

 For him, Bentley isn’t about sales volume — it’s about passion for the cars. “I’m projecting we’ll sell 60 Bentleys this year … if we can get them,” he says. As for the Mulsanne, Downey got three “golden handshakes” at the event for the car, which will hit the showroom this fall. “I could feel a real current of excitement when the car was unveiled,” Downey says.

Chambers says what we all realize. “All of these luxury cars are fabulous performers. You can compare them to ice cream. Which flavor do you prefer? In the end, people buy with their eyes, not by how the cars perform.”

The unveiled Mulsanne turned out to be in a color called Brodgar, to my eye one of those earth tones in the sage-beige-green family. It’s one of 114 “standard” colors available. Of course, Bentley will be happy to build you one in the color of your choice. You’ll also have a choice of 24 “standard” interior colors and 23 seatbelt colors.

Build time is nine weeks. However, Georges says, “It will be a year before you get it because they can only build so many and the orders are arriving.”

The Mulsanne succeeds the Arnage as flagship. Both names come from Bentley’s racing success at Le Mans. The Mulsanne originally was a 3.7-mile straightaway on which race cars topped 200 miles per hour, then having to brake heavily to take the sharp Mulsanne corner.

This new Mulsanne might be capable of those speeds; however, top speed is “limited” to 184 mph. It’s a rear-wheel-drive sedan, powered by a 6.75-liter V-8 that produces 505 horsepower and 752 lb.-ft. of torque. That flows through an eight-speed automatic transmission.

An air suspension system offers the driver four options: sport, comfort, “Bentley,” or custom. An automatic system adjusts vehicle height to speed and road conditions.

The Mulsanne is filled with the latest technology. There are satellite navigation, Bluetooth, audio-video with 60 GB hard drive, and a not-to-hidden compartment to hook up USB, mini-USB, standard auxiliary, and Apple devices.

An owner’s “personalized” key sets most everything: favorite radio stations, seat, climate control, phone book, steering wheel position, seatbelt tension, and privacy blinds.

Rear seat passengers have fully adjustable reclining seats, each with individual climate controls.

 Mrs. G found it so comfortable in the rear seat that we thought she didn’t want to exit the car. It turned out that she’d locked herself in and needed to be “rescued” by one of Bentley’s guests, who observed, “Maybe she was trying to tell us that she’d really like to own one.”

The bodywork, starting from the optional retractable “Flying B” hood ornament, is a combination of creases and curves that ring with traditional Bentley styling cues. The aluminum metalwork is done via a “superforming” process taken from the aerospace industry. “Some of those creases are where another manufacturer would place a chrome strip because they can’t produce that shape,” says Chambers.

The Mulsanne’s unique feature is a pair of round headlamps surround by a ring of LED lights.  Those flank the trademark matrix grille in a “brightware” finish, the result of a 10-hour production process.

A first view from any angle makes anyone who appreciates fine cars catch their breath.

And, yes, it has cupholders.

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NEW YORK—Normally, one of the best jobs in the world has to be Bentley’s US president and COO. That is, unless you are Christophe Georges on a Thursday morning in the Chelsea section of Manhattan and your company’s new car petulantly refuses to come off the car carrier.

Such was the case as Georges, who works out of Bentley’s Boston office, stood before a gathering of automotive media to make the Northeast introduction of the 2011 Bentley Mulsanne, the latest entry to the ultra-high luxury segment that is populated solely by the likes of Rolls Royce and Maybach.

“The challenge for me is I was supposed to show you a new car,” Georges said. “This is only the seventh car made. These things are going to happen.”

Miscues aside, the Mulsanne is a fine compilation of craftsmanship. “This car is totally consistent with our values, Bentley’s DNA,” he said. “This is our interpretation of the best car in the world.”

Bentley US president and COO Christophe Georges, left, talks with Jim MacPherson of The Hartford Courant at the Manhattan launch event.

Coming off of sales of 10,000 worldwide in 2007, Georges said sales dropped to 7,609 in 2008, which has lead to belt tightening and 10 percent reductions in salary. Sales might hit the 5,000 mark by the end of 2009.

Approximately 700 models will be made annually. Pricing will be announced by mid-November, but Georges did say it would cost more than the Arnage, the model it replaces, that boasts a window sticker starting at $270,000. Orders will be taken once pricing is announced with delivery of the first models to the US expected in the third quarter of 2010.

Underneath the hood sits a 6.75-liter (or six and three-quarter liter, in Bentley speak) V-8 rated at 503 horsepower and an eye-popping 752 lb.-ft. of torque that reaches its peak at a low 1,800 rpm. The pushrod engine is mated to an eight-speed automatic drive-by-wire transmission that can be shifted from the steering wheel, a first for Bentley.

Even the ultra-rich want to conserve fuel. The V-8 has variable displacement technology (just like the pedestrian Hemi 5.7-liter V-8 found in Chryslers everywhere) that will shut off four cylinders when not needed. Bentley promises a seamless engagement of the full eight cylinders when needed. In spite of this fuel-efficient technology, the Mulsanne will still come with a gas-guzzler tax.

The Mulsanne’s D-pillars are testament to the building done by hand. More than two dozen man hours are invested in putting them together because it is sheet metal work that, at this point, can only be done by skilled craftsmen. It’s a marvel to inspect this car and see no visible weld spots or seams.

With ultra-high luxury comes the expectation of the latest technology and the Mulsanne does not disappoint. It has a multimedia system with a 40 GB hard drive that runs the satellite navigation, audio/video, personal data, telephone, and Bluetooth connectivity.
The dash has an 8-inch multimedia screen that sits behind an electrically operated veneered door. Below it is a leather-lined MP3-player storage drawer.

Not just any cow makes the cut when it comes to Bentley leather. According to spokesman David Reuter, the cows live in colder climes to reduce the insect bites that could mar their hides. They’re also free-range bovines because it wouldn’t do to have Bessie brush against an electric fence.

Bessie also may not want to stand too close to a finished Mulsanne or she faces hearing loss. The Mulsanne, which could arguably be called the ultimate in refinement, will come with an optional 2,200-watt sound system with 20 speakers. Its nearest competitor among manufacturer installed equipment will be a 1,200-watt sound system from Jaguar. Bentley says its system delivers unparalleled sound quality but it seems as if some ear drums could bleed blue if this system is ever cranked up to its full potential. One wonders how the Mulsanne’s windows will survive the aural onslaught.

It seems almost impossible, but the Mulsanne has almost 40 percent more wood than the Arnage. Attention to detail is seen in the “ring of wood” waistrail in the passenger compartment with an unbroken panel of wood gracing the Mulsanne’s dashboard.

The Bentley 2011 Mulsanne is avaible from Herb Chambers Companies – CLICK HERE!

Keith Griffin authored this piece on Boston.com ( also supplied some of the photos! )  he  is also the used car guide on About.com and founder of the Internet Car and Truck of the Year award.

Showcasing antique, classic, exotic, hotrods, motorcycles and motorsports collections from the New England area and around the world!

Herb Chambers Cars and Coffee is for motoring enthusiasts looking for a place to take their ride, share stories and admire each other’s pride and joy.

Great video opportunity with so many collectable classics on hand – this doesn’t happen too often! 

When

Saturday, May 8, 2010 from 7:00am to 11am

Where

Herb Chambers Lexus
25 Providence Highway
Sharon, MA
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Who

All enthusiasts including antique, classic, exotic, hotrods, motorcycles and motorsports are invited to attend and there will be plenty of free parking for your vehicle.

Free Coffee Mugs for the first 300 attendees!

Introducing the all new Herb Chambers Kia of Burlington!

Last month we were pleased to welcome our latest addition with the opening of the all new Herb Chambers KIA of Burlington. You may or may not know that Kia is of the same pedigree as Hyundai; both have really come on strong in the last few years with amazing value, design & the industry leading warranty. The KIA Motors tagline is “The Power to Surprise®” and with that in mind, you can bet they’re ready to deliver, and so are WE!

I’m particularly excited by one of their newest models, which is the 2011 KIA Optima slated to be unveiled at the very popular New York Auto Show in April. I can tell you that preliminary photos reveal a very stylish exteri

KIA Optima

or and an extended wheelbase, in addition to what the industry calls a “tiger” front end, meaning aggressive. This new beauty is also rumored to have LED accent strip lighting (´a la Audi) above the fog lights with flared wheel arches and front fender vents. Please see photo to the right, “What’s not to like?”

There’s also much more as Kia now offers 11 models; (Borrego, Sedona, Sorento, Sportage, Forte, ForteKoup, Optima, Rio, Rio5, Rondo and Soul) each one of them purposely built to please almost any audience as there truly is something for everybody.

KIA Soul

On Sale: Spring 2010
courtesy New Car Test Drive

An all-new lineup of Infiniti M luxury sedans goes on sale in late March 2010. The 2011 Infiniti M37 and Infiniti M56, revealed at a press function in Beverly Hills, will add considerable power, technology and style without a commensurate increase in weight.

Just half an inch longer than the outgoing model, the 2011 Infiniti M looks better because it is lower, two inches wider, and the roofline flows into a brief decklid with curved upper lip. Jaguar’s XF profile comes to mind. However, the M’s compact nose with sloping hood and mild fender bulges mixes Infiniti FX elements with wheel arches like Mazda and Mercedes sedans. The unique point is the door treatment with parallel rails running along the bottom Infiniti dubs wave-style, and in Infiniti fashion the car is aero sleek (cD of 0.27) and has zero lift for high-speed stability.

Beneath the hood are two new engine choices both connected to a seven-speed automatic. The new M37 gets a new 3.7-liter V6 rated at 330 horsepower, while the new M56 features a direct-injected 5.6-liter V8 sporting 420 hp, nearly 100 more than the old M45. The M37 and M56 are rear-wheel-drive cars.

All-wheel drive comes on the M37x and M56x. The system splits power between the front and rear wheels. The torque split varies from 50/50 to 100 percent to the rear wheels, depending on conditions.

A Sport package is available for the rear-wheel-drive models featuring a unique front bumper, dark trim, larger brakes, active rear steering, 20-inch wheels, sport seats, magnesium shift paddles.

The suspension architecture for the new M is similar to that of the previous generation, though recalibrated to provide a better ride without sacrificing the precision or grip that made the Infiniti M a viable alternative to the BMW 5 Series. Eighteen-inch wheels are standard, as are numerous electronic stability and safety aids.

Good finish and interesting materials characterize the cabin, including an ash wood grain oriented opposite the norm and a textured aluminum trim. Two types of leather and headliner trim are available. Touring models have quilted, piped upholstery. A 7-inch screen features controls at a 45-degree angle for easier operation. Two new features are added for 2011: active noise cancellation in the sound system and a feature called Forest Air, designed to make a better cabin environment.

Standard features will include leather, backup camera, moonroof, bi-Xenon headlights, power-folding heated mirrors, dual-zone climate control, Bluetooth, USB input, intelligent key, and driver memory (including audio and climate control settings). Options include adaptive headlamps and two audio system upgrades (top is 5.1-channel, 16-speaker surround with in-seat speakers framing each front headrest), and heated wheel and climate-controlled seats standard on M56 and M56x.

Joining Infiniti’s lane departure warning system is a prevention system that uses individual brakes to urge the car back in its lane. A similar intervention has been added to the blind spot warning system. Collision warning with interlinked braking is also available.

A new M35 Hybrid is expect to debut in early 2011.

Though most of us watched the Super Bowl recently and witnessed one really great game (especially when you consider that the Patriots were not there); we at The Herb Chambers Companies look forward to your participation in a Super Bowl of another kind.

Yes! It’s the event you’ve been waiting for: The Herb Chambers Incredible President’s Day Sale beginning today, Friday February 12th and continuing non-stop through Monday, February 22nd!

If you’re even thinking about buying a new or pre-owned car, truck, van or SUV now is the time!

• Over 10,000 vehicles in stock!!!

• Over 2,000 Herb Chambers Certified Pre-Owned vehicles in stock (3-day money back guarantee)

• HUGE Markdowns

• Low Finance Rates

• Special Programs

• High Trade in Allowances

• And MUCH more! During our Annual Presidents Day Clearance Event you’ll capture the sweetest deals of the year!

Imagine savings on any new or certified vehicle including: Audi, Bentley, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Honda, Hummer, Hyundai, Infiniti, Jeep, Kia, Lamborghini, Land Rover, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Maybach, Mini, Pontiac, Porsche, Rolls-Royce, Saab, Saturn, Scion, Smart, Toyota and even Vespa Motor Scooters (starting at ONLY $3,199).

So, why not call, email or stop by today and talk to any one of our 2,000 associates….and drive away a real winner!

Let’s do a deal!! As usual; at Herb Chambers, We’ve got it!

Sincerely, Herb

All New Herb Chambers KIA of Burlington Officially Opens Doors Just in Time for Busy Presidents Day Weekend

BURLINGTON, MA— New England’s largest automotive dealer, Herb Chambers, opened the doors to the all new Herb Chambers KIA of Burlington dealership today. The official opening comes only days before Presidents Day Weekend, traditionally one of the busiest weekends of the year for the automotive industry.

The newly renovated building, conveniently located at 93 Cambridge Street (Route 3A) in Burlington off of Route 128, will service the North Shore community and beyond.

“As a company we experienced significant growth in 2009, and this opening marks our first new dealership in 2010,” said Herb Chambers. “We look forward to continuing to grow our company and service our expanding customer base, and adding the KIA brand to our family of dealerships is something we are very excited about.”

The new dealership features a beautiful six car showroom, ten service bays, and a customer waiting lounge. The dealership is now officially open for sales, service and parts and has created 25 new full-time jobs.

Herb Chambers KIA is located at the former site of Audi Burlington and Herb Chambers Porsche of Burlington which were recently moved to new facilities down the road at 62 Cambridge Street in Burlington.

The new location is Chambers’ fourth in Burlington, joining Audi Burlington, Herb Chambers Porsche of Burlington, and Herb Chambers Honda of Burlington all of which are located on Route 3A.

“This new dealership creates jobs and further enhances our presence in the Burlington community, both of which are important to us,” said Herb Chambers. “We are proud to offer customers the high quality KIA brand at a location that is very convenient, and we look forward to servicing our customer’s needs at this new location.”

In 2009, Chambers opened four new dealerships including Porsche, Audi, Infiniti and BMW, completed major renovations at his Lynnfield Mercedes-Benz and Smart Center dealerships, and also opened a new truck service and collision center in Braintree.

About Herb Chambers Companies

Herb Chambers purchased his first car dealership in 1985 and has grown his company into the largest automobile dealership group in New England. Today, the Herb Chambers Companies are comprised of 45 automotive dealerships throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island.  For a list of dealership locations visit www.herbchambers.com.

Chambers opens new KIA dealership

Boston Business Journal – by Lisa van der Pool

Herb Chambers has opened a new KIA dealership in Burlington , Mass. , the company said on Wednesday.

The new dealership, located on Cambridge Street , has six car showrooms, services bays and employs about 25 people.

“As a company we experienced significant growth in 2009, and this opening marks our first new dealership in 2010,” said Herb Chambers, in a prepared statement. “We look forward to continuing to grow our company and service our expanding customer base, and adding the KIA brand to our family of dealerships is something we are very excited about.”

The new location is Chambers’ fourth in Burlington . Last year, Chambers opened four new dealerships.

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Article Courtesy of:  Providence Journal

By Barbara Polichetti – Journal Staff Writer

WARWICK — Drivers may have noticed that the gargantuan American flag that long flew over the Herb Chambers Cadillac dealership off Route 95 in Providence is no longer there.

That’s because the dealership itself has moved –– to the suburbs.

Shortly after the first of the year, Chambers moved its Escalades and other vehicles to 1151 Bald Hill Rd., in Warwick, the site of Chambers’ Saturn business until General Motors pulled the plug on that line.

The move is being applauded by city officials who said they enjoyed a good relationship with Chambers and wanted to keep the jobs and the taxes in the city. Mayor Scott Avedisian and City Councilman Raymond Gallucci both worked to encourage the move to Warwick, which will involve a total overhaul of the site to bring it in line with Cadillac design specifications for its dealers.

The move is important, Avedisian said, because it not only prevents a fallow spot from cropping up on Route 2 (which is called Bald Hill Road in Warwick), but it also brings in property taxes and considerable inventory taxes because of the cars that Chambers will keep on the lot.

For decades, the Chambers Cadillac dealership was located on the fringe of Route 95 south, off Elmwood Avenue in Providence.

Unfortunately, Warwick’s gain is a loss for neighboring West Warwick, where Chambers had been considering opening up a dealership for the past couple of years. The West Warwick location, also on Route 2, which is known as Quaker Lane in that town, is little more than one mile south of the Warwick spot.

“The mayor and Councilman Gallucci definitely worked to make it clear that they wanted the dealership in Warwick,” said K. Joseph Shekarchi, lawyer for the dealership. “And we had a good history with the city.”

Herb Chambers, who owns 47 car dealerships in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, said that Warwick’s courting was a factor, but the move to Route 2 was also a good business decision. Not only can he make use of some of the existing Saturn facilities, but he can also take advantage of the heavy traffic that travels the retail strip daily.

“At our old location, we were more of a destination stop,” Chambers said Tuesday. “Now, we’re really in a retail mecca, and it presents us with a world of opportunity.” He estimated that sales are up 30 percent to 40 percent since the move to Warwick.

“We also want to make sure that people know that they can still get their Saturns serviced at the same spot and they’ll see many of the same folks,” he said.

Chambers said that the West Warwick land is for sale. According to town records, Chambers owns nearly 3.4 acres at 561 Quaker Lane, just north of the Quaker Valley Mall shopping center.

As for the 50-by-30-foot flag that flapped above the old dealership, Chambers, who prominently displays American flags at all his businesses, said it will appear over Route 2 if he is able to secure the proper pole and comply with city zoning requirements.

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“As soon as I walked in, they treated me like the king of the world…not only was the sales experience great, the dealership was unlike any I’d ever been in! It was beautiful, clean and welcoming… for me that really registered”.

Billy Costa, Host of Kiss 108 radio’s Top 30 Countdown and NECN’s TV Diner

“This is true ‘Beverly Hills’ service…my car comes back fixed, washed and cleaned inside …Herb Chambers understands that busy business people just can’t ‘drop everything’ and make time to service their car, it’s wonderful!”

As a long-time resident of Lynnfield, MA Billy Costa was very aware of Herb Chamber’s stellar reputation as a leading new vehicle dealer—so when ‘new car’ time came, he shopped at Herb Chambers. Of his car shopping experience Billy comments, “It was an amazing experience…the idea of being involved in any type of hassle whatsoever went right away…Herb’s people really get customer service and know how to make you feel special!” Ever since then, when any of his friends or family ask him where the best place to shop for a new vehicle might be (having introduced well over 50 happy customers to many dealerships) …there was never a question…it was always Herb Chambers!

Billy’s favorite ride happens to be his present Mercedes-Benz GL 320 SUV with its Bluetec diesel engine. “…The car hums, it’s very powerful and quiet and because of the amazing diesel engine technology, I get twice the miles per gallon than I did in my old SUV! I’m just so impressed with Chambers’ service; I had a small electrical problem with my vehicle the other day and called the dealership. Not a half-hour later, they showed up with a flatbed truck and loaner car to use, while my SUV was being fixed. This is true ‘Beverly Hills’ service…my car comes back fixed, washed and cleaned inside …Herb Chambers understands that busy business people just can’t ‘drop everything’ and make time to service their car, it’s wonderful!”

Al Melanson, frequent Herb Chambers Client and advocate

Like many of his generation, Al Melanson believed that purchasing a car was at best ‘a thankless chore and an exercise in futility’ in which the dealer ultimately prevailed. In 2001, after tirelessly shopping several local dealerships for a Mercedes-Benz SUV, Al visited Herb Chambers and was ‘won over’ by “the simply royal treatment, great deal and a fantastic overall purchase experience.”

“A deal really isn’t a good deal, unless both parties walk away satisfied”, commented Herb Chambers client Al Melanson

An informed shopper and staunch believer in the saying, “A deal isn’t a good deal, unless both parties walk away satisfied”; Al readily acknowledges this level of satisfaction with every one of his own and extended family’s multiple Herb Chambers vehicle purchases (they’ve included: multiple Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep, BMW, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Chevrolet and Hummer purchases). What’s more, personal experiences with several Herb Chambers Sales & Leasing consultants in several stores, (of which he now counts as near members of his family), have led Al to refer well over 200 additional friends and associates to Herb Chambers!

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by Russell J. Moore – Courtesy of:  Warwick Beacon

Warwick will soon be home to the only Cadillac dealership in the state when Herb Chambers Cadillac, formerly located in Providence, moves into what was the Saturn dealership on 1511 Bald Hill Road.

Earlier this year, General Motors announced it would eliminate the Saturn brand of cars by 2011. Saturn, which had never been profitable in its 20-year history, was eliminated as part of GM’s restructuring plan submitted to Congress and President Obama after having received bailout funds.

Herb Chambers, which owns the dealership, was considering building a state-of-the-art two-story dealership in West Warwick, just a mile or so up the street.  Herb Chambers, however, was convinced by Mayor Scott Avedisian and Warwick attorney Joe Shekarchi (who does legal work for the company) to remain in the city. That means the city will retain the tax revenue that otherwise would have been lost had the dealership opted to move.

Contacted yesterday, Chambers said he was happy to retain a presence in Warwick.

“General Motors has been pressuring me to move (Cadillac) there for a long time. Finally, we’re able to do it,” said Chambers.

Chambers pointed out that while the dealership will sell Cadillac exclusively, people who own Saturns will still be able to have their cars serviced at that dealership.

“We will continue to service Saturns forever, basically until there aren’t any more of them on the road,” said Chambers.

Chambers said the consolidation of two dealerships (Saturn and Cadillac) into one would result in some job losses, but he hopes that increased Cadillac sales will result in future job gains.

“We expect an increase in Cadillac sales because of our new location. Hopefully we’ll be able to add more employees in the near future,” said Chambers.

Chambers said Warwick is a great place to do business.

“There is so much retail in Warwick. That strip on Route 2 has to be one of the busiest in New England,” said Chambers.

Avedisian said that the addition of Herb Chambers Cadillac represents a much-needed end-of-the-year boost in economic development.

“Herb Chambers Cadillac is a wonderful addition to the city. We had many discussions about getting them here, as they are a well-known and respected entity in Rhode Island. We are pleased they will call Warwick home,” said Avedisian.

“This is a great end-of-the-year economic boost for the city.”

Councilman Steve Merolla (Ward-9), contacted on Friday, said he too welcomes the dealership into the city.