e of a platypus for some reason. aving read motor journals for years, I was well aware of the exploits of Eric Carlsson in his diminutive Saab 96 winâ€" ning the Monte Carlo Rally when it still The shape from the front reminded H (Continued from page 10) becoming part of the ‘90s information highway. The new computerized administration system simplifies the storage of service records, engine diagâ€" nostics for later models, and links the dealership to a 24â€"hour information hotâ€" line operated by Chrysler‘s offices in Windsor. Service customers also benefit from a new brushless car wash. _ The shape from the front reminded me of a platypus for some reason. Having read motor journals for years, I was well aware of the exploits of Eric Carlsson in his diminutive Saab 96 winâ€" ning the Monte Carlo Rally when it still Up front, the hood release handle once pulled started (still does) this chain reaction which sees the hood pop forâ€" ward. It‘s the approach BMW used on the 2002 and early 3â€" and 5â€"Series care before they moved upmarket. Glenleven Jeep Eagle And now the father of three smiles when he reveals another significant change: his daughter Gail has been appointed general manager of the dealâ€" ership, after working in the family busiâ€" ness for the past six years. Service is essential, but must be reinforced by quality. Faerge says the rugged Jeep Grand Cherokee is their biggest seller, distinguished by its reliaâ€" bility, in addition to new standard feaâ€" tures such as ABS brakes and a driver side airbag. It is also now available in an eightâ€"cylinder format to provide a towing capacity of up to 6,500 pounds, something weekend warriors will appreciate. "You can be in your jeans or your tux with this car, and it holds its value so well, so that when you come to trade in, you‘re not in for a big shock." (Continued from page 9) and special paint recipes stored on microfiche. "We also do custom paint repairs for antiques, and we‘ve had sevâ€" eral inquiries from motorcycle owners," Walter says. "A lot of car dealers in the Toronto area have already jumped on the bandwagon." l By JIM ROBINSON Special to the Beaver _ The first car I ever tested was a Saab 00S, fourâ€"door, a 1990 version I think, vith 16â€"valve, twin cam, inline fourâ€" ylinder engine. After the rust and debris is removed, the chip is primed and painted with a chemical which activates the primer, causing the special paint to adhere to the primed surface only. It will not adhere to existing paint, and the excess is simply wiped away. There are no abrasives used, keeping the factory paint finish untouched. "The chips are filled with 100 per cent paint, no fillers, and it‘s permanent. But on rust spots, which are deeper, some filler is necessary," explains Walter. The process is so efficient that Chips Away is able to offer same day service, in addition to a dropâ€"off service for local trips, such as to the Oakyville GO station. Take advantage of ChipsAway‘s grand opening special and have all the chips on your car repaired for just $149.95. "Cars tend to get chips all around, so this is an excelâ€" lent value," Angie says. For a free estimate, call ChipsAway at 820â€"0991 or visit them this Sunday May 1 at the Oakville Family Show, Glen Abbey Recreation Centre. ‘Mature‘ drivers may want to check aab 900 series a mix of old and new meant something. The 900 was a mix of old and new all at once. The ignition hole for the key was (and still is) on the floor between the front seats. To get the key out you had to (still have to) put the transmission in reverse. out the Eagle LH sedan, Faerge sugâ€" gests. And look for the new Talon Sports Coupe at the dealership in mid May. Glenleven Jeep Eagle is located at 2388 Royal Windsor Drive, Oakville, Tel. 845â€"9822. The Saturn "I want to know th@g}clietails right up front when I shop for a car" lease experience. F€ A DIFFERENT KInD of COMPANY A DIFFERENT KIND of CAR. Budds‘ Saturn Saab Isuzu 507 Speers Road, Oakville (905) 8451610 Inside, the gauges and air vents were (still are) all grouped around the steerâ€" ing wheel and the radio was (you guessed it) handily placed at the top of the central cluster. The controls for the heating/ventilation were hard (still very hard) to understand, but worked moderâ€" ately well once you got the hang of it. The fiveâ€"speed automatic shifter was (still) a willowy thing feeling vaguely familiar to the shifter in a VW SuperBeetle. You‘d have this occasionâ€" al fear you didn‘t throw the lever far enough, Nevertheless, you let in the clutch gingerly to find the synchro had already done its job. But you never became complacent about it as assumâ€" ing all was well could result in a very expensive event considering the transaxle and engine are virtually one piece in a Saab. But what I really liked (still do) is $249/month. $1653/down. 36 months. Your payments based on a 1994 SL, AM/FM stereo, driverâ€"side airbag, split folding rear seat, adjustable steering column, remote trunk release, intermittent wipers, MSRP $11,995 excluding tax, licence and insurance. First month payment of $189.00 plus $300.00 security deposit and down payment of $1560.00 for a total of $2049.00 plus taxes, due at lease signing, based on 24,000 km per year. Other down payments and vehicle options available. See Retailer for details. Your payments based on a 1994 SC1, AM/FM stereo cassette, driverâ€"side airbag, split folding rear seat, adjustable steering column, remote trunk release, intermittent wipers, MSRP $14,295 excluding tax, licence and insurance. First month payment of $229.00 plus $300.00 security deposit and down payment of $1674.00 for a total of $2203.00 plus taxes, due at lease signing, based on 24,000 km per year. Other down payments and vehicle options available. See Retailer for details. Your payments based on a 1994 SL1/18C, 4 speed automatic transmission, AM/FM stereo cassette, air conditioning, driverâ€"side airbag, adjustable steering column, power steering, intermittent wipers, MSRP $15,315 excluding tax, licence and insurance. First month payment of $249.00 plus $300.00 security deposit and down payment of $1653.00 for a total of $2202.00 plus taxes, due at lease signing, based on 24,000 km per year. Other down payments and vehicle options available. See Retailer for details. $189/month. $1560/down. 36 months. $229/month. 1674/down. 36 months. the whole idiosyncratic thing days; but I‘m happy to say the Saab 900 Series is a Still the kind of car any individual can love and cherish. But like any car appealing to the eccentric in us, the 900 has a few pecuâ€" liarities you have to come to terms with. These are never major things, just fidâ€" dley fit and finish details I understand GM is working hard to eradicate. Engage time warp engines and we‘re in the late spring of 1992 wit the SPEERS ROAD Saab 900 Turbo convertible for this week‘s test. Nothing really has been altered since my first meeting with the 900 except the convertible comes with those creamy colored leather seats and interior fittings which make the 900 one of the great marques for just sitting in, inhaling the aroma, and running your hands along the bolsters. With the full cloth top with glass window down, you also get a car which stands out in any crowd. That‘s helped by the special threeâ€"spoke bolognaâ€" slicer alloy wheels and fat 195â€"series highâ€"speed tires fitted. The standard engine is a transversely mounted 2.1â€" litre, four producing 140 hp. The Turbo Convertible has a 2.0â€"litre version of the same engine but with a computer conâ€" trolled turbo which produces 160 hp. Antilock brakes are fitted to the discs are all four corners.