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C1 THE OAKVILLE BEAVER Wednesday, November 15, 2000 2001 Chrysler 300M C hrysler's 300M 'letter car' has, over the past tw o years, re-established this automaker as a builder of competent, high-performance luxury vehicles. First introduced as a 1999 model, the 300M picked up where the 300L left off back in 1965. Under the hood, the 300M features a 3.5-litre SOHC V6 rated at 253 horsepower linked to Chrysler's four-speed AutoStick automatic trans mission, the perfect match for a performance-ori Ideal combinationofluxuryandperformance ented machine. According to Chrysler, the 300M will do 0100 km-h in a hair more than eight seconds, which is not bad for this hefty sedan. This year, there are some revised option groupings, new base and optional 17-inch wheels and steering-w heel-m ounted audio controls added to the mix. t Side airbags have also been added to the options list. The 300M contains about the same luxury content as the LHS and lists for almost the same money. So the choice is yours, the Euro or North American look. Either way, Chrysler has you covered. Base price: $40,900 Passenger doors: Four Base engine (hp): 3.5-litre SOHC V6 (253) Optional engine: None Layout: Front-engine, front-wheel drive Transmission: Four-speed automatic with Autostick Fuel consumption (1/100 km, city/hwy): 12.9/8.1 Safety: Front airbags; side airbags (opt.); ABS; traction control; inside trunk release Weight (kg): 1,620 Basic warranty: 3/60,000 Roadside assistance: Yes Protect your car from theft Don't leave your car unlocked. Don't leave your car (locked or unlocked) with the key in the igni tion. When you have the option, park your car in well-lit areas, preferably where there are lots of people. When you park your car at home, ask your neighbors to keep an eye on it, and do the same for them. Mark some of the more expensive parts on your car in an in c o n s p i c u o u s place with an engraving tool, using your car's VIN (Vehicle Id e n tific a tio n Number). On metal parts, cover the number with ru s t-in h ib ito r. Glass etching is a good deterrent. Thieves don't like cars with parts that can be traced. Try to avoid leaving your keys with others; keys can be stolen or copied. If you must leave a spare key on the outside o f your car, be sure that it is well hidden. If your insurance compa ny doesn't have a picture o f your car, take one your self and keep it in a safe place; it will make the job easi er for police if your car is stolen. At Lockwood, we won't put you Muggsy Bogues, Point Guard for the Toronto Raptors drives a PT Cruiser from Lockwood Chrysler. "Lockwood Chrysler is the most desirable place in Oakville to buy, lease or service your Chrysler, Dodge or Jeep vehicle." 2 Q0 1 vehicles it tick for - 'M um · ~ "jjjr'V it . [..|1 |.Jr ^ . 2001 Grand Caravan Come and see the new innovative designs for the 2001 models and take one for a test drive today. Enjoy new refined styling with a palette of sophisticated colours to choose from at Lockwood Chrysler. 2001 Chrysler Sebring Sedan 2001 Grand Cherokee Laredo 2001 Chrysler 300M 2001 Chrysler Town & Country Lockw ood's Toy Drive for Halton w om en's Place Our annual collection of new, unwrapped toys is underway at Lockwood. We urge you to help us with this worth while cause. Please bring your contribution and place it in our Dakota pickup decorated for the holiday season. R l\/E S T A R LOCKWOOD M FM C H R Y S L E R & & & & & 175 W yecroft Rd,, Oakville (between Kerr 8c Dorval) w w w .lo c k w o o d c h r y s le r .c o m Oakville's only Five Star Certified Dealership 845-6653