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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1986-10-08, Page 39alsh Chev New Nova built by GM and Toyota In japan Kincardine Chev-Olds dealer Mike Walsh ,s proud of General Motors' new emphasis on fuel efficient cars, and the new front wheel drive Nova accentuates GM's com- mittment to that end. The Nova is the newest experement in the automobile industry as it was built in a joint - partnership between General Motors and Toyota of Japan. "Take the Chevrolet sign off and put your hand over it and you find it's a Toyota Cor- rolla," Mr. Walsh said. Over the years the Corolla has been selected as one of the best performing cars m the business. "It's good on gas and efficient in the snow because of the front wheel drive- it gets 40 to 45 miles to the gallon," Mr. Walsh added. "GM and Chev-Oldshave committed �L.r.nt w.Aw..i lo r Aird that definitely helps in our area because of the severe winter that we have." Mr. Walsh• intends to have a full compli- ment of 10 to 12 1987 models on hand at Wheels 87 on Oct. 9. Included in that line up will be the Cavalier, the fourth best seller in Canada in 1986, the Celebrity, which follow- ed close on the heels of the Cavalier in 1986 sales, the Olds 88, .and the full size Caprice classic. ut for small cars Mr. Walsh intends to ;, the Chevette Scooter which he says t competitive car in the market. 't improve on perfection," Mr. about the Chevette. din has everything on hand will the the Chevrolet Astro Van. "You'll get a kick out of that. It's got everything on it. It's the ultimate in lux- ury," he said about the van. Mr. Walsh bought the business of May of 1986 but he brought with him years of ex- perience at several dealerships. He spent several years with 1 ankin Ford in London, several.... more with Truck Engineering Ltd. in Woodstock and then moved on to Lankin Motors Pontiac Buick in Kincardine where he spend ;`five good years." His wife Mhairi owns the Kitchen Witch while brother Dave operates Dave's But- cher Block. The dealership itself has a'history which dates back to the mid 1920's. Over the years it has undergone several transformations which saw it as an American Meters dealer- ship under owner Heinz waipore, tutu General Motors when Bill Irwin and Wayne Peachman operated the business. Mr. Walsh also operates a marine ser- vices business out of his dealership. "We have the staff to compliment any kind of marine services and the reason is because of the popularity of the fishing derbies," Mr. Walsh said. Mike Walsh Chev-Olds has 11 staff members to its..credit. They include owner Mike Walsh, sales rep Tom Thompson, secretary treasurer Sally Harrison, service manager Merrill Gottschalk, parts manager. Priscilla States, lot person Martin Danly, custmer service Coordinator Susan Doupe and technicians Dick 13e11, Wayne Taylor, Charles Goar and Steve Ball. Thursday, October 9. 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. • ONE DAY ONLY in conjunction with Wheels 1987 19.87°'° DISCOUNT STOREWI DE on all your favorite fashions from. Tinc. female apparel 325 durham market, kincardine 396-3145 In, ilk The Kincardine New* Wheels 07 Paps 11 MIKE WAISH GETS into the new 1987 Chevrolet Nova. The Nova is a joint ven- ture with Toyota and GM. It's exactly the same car as the Toyota Corrolla, says Mr. Walsh. He plans to display the Nova, as well as a fleet of 10 to 12 other cars at the Wheels 87 car show on Oct.9. Get the best value for your auto in- surance dollar witl' The Co-operators. We provide the broadest coverages and best service available Ask about our discounts for safe driving. Call me for complete details. Marilyn Meldrum 0 0 the. '-'0co open tors INSURANCE SERVICES Kincardine: 795 Queen Street, 396-7541 LIFE•HOME•AUTO•COMMERCIAL•FARM•TRAVEL c�