MOPAR and Jeep – A Great Car Show!
The Goldstein CDJR All MOPAR and Jeep Car Show took place on July 8th, 2018. It’s safe to say, it was a great success!
Classic Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler and Plymouth vehicles filled our side lot. A special line of Dodge Challengers was up front, with each owner proud to show off the tweaks they made to the body or the engine. Discussions about horsepower, parts and car clubs filled the air, along with the smell of great food from the vendor.
Cars from many decades came together for our show!
Is Your Car a Classic?
If you’ve ever been to a classic car show, you’ve probably seen plenty of slick-looking muscle cars from the 60s and Model-Ts from the 20s. But what makes a classic car? And why are they such an enduring element of popular culture? Is your car a classic? There is a definitive way to find out, according to the rules of the Classic Car Club of America. Here are just a few things we love about classic cars.
More Than Just Age
You won’t find any modern vehicles at classic car shows. Most enthusiasts agree that to qualify as a classic car, a vehicle can’t be in production anymore. Cars that are between 25 and 50 years old may be eligible. But there’s more to it than just age. The Classic Car Club of America states that vehicles must be “fine” or “distinctive” to be labeled classic. The Antique Automobile Club of America adds in the further qualifier of “unusual.” The bare-bones structure of 1945–1953 Jeeps is just one example of an especially distinctive classic design. To learn more about how to buy a classic Jeep, use The Complete Buyer’s Guide. from The Drive.
However, in the state of New York, the qualifications are a little bit simpler. Your vehicle just has to be 25 years old to qualify for vintage plates. You can also get historical plates if you only display your vehicle at collector’s shows and exhibitions.
4 Unique Things to Do With Kids Around Latham
The town of Latham, New York, is right by the state’s capital Albany. This means it’s ideally situated for a range of recreational activities, especially if you have any children. Here are some of our favorite local attractions.
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All 4 Fun
Check out this extensive entertainment complex in Latham for guaranteed fun. Start off by taking a go-kart for a spin around the track — you can even let your kids drive. When you’ve had your fill of racing, take the kids to the batting cages, where they can practice hitting balls from flying as fast as 35 to 70 miles per hour.
If they aren’t into baseball, consider showing them around All 4 Fun’s great miniature golf course. Finally, you can cap off the afternoon with an ice cream cone; the on-site ice cream parlor serves more than 60 different flavors.
5 Tips For Safer Driving on Country Roads
Driving on country roads brings you to places you won’t see on the interstate. Though the scenery is better, and the traffic is lighter, there are a number of hazards you need to be aware of before setting out on a tour. Below are five tips for safer driving on country roads.
Avoiding Animals
One of the biggest dangers of driving country roads is a collision with an animal. Country roads pass through the habitat of deer, bears, moose, and other wildlife. Be extremely alert. Constantly scan the roadside for movement.
Get to know the areas where you are likely to see wildlife. Animals appear most often near bodies of water and in areas with thick woods right down to the road edge. Most animals are active at dawn and dusk, so be extra aware when driving at these times. Additionally, as you drive through populated areas, be on the lookout for domestic dogs and cats. Slow down and watch for driveways and be prepared for an animal to run out on the road.
Spoil Yourself With These 4 Luxury Cars
A luxury car combines elegant exterior styling, a comfortable and refined interior, and exceptional performance and handling. Driving a luxury car is a real treat and something that never gets old. If you are looking for a new car, spoil yourself with one of these four cars from Jeep, Dodge, and Chrysler.
Jeep Grand Cherokee Performance Trackhawk
The Jeep Grand Cherokee isn’t just about rugged off-road driving. The 2018 Performance Trackhawk edition happens to be the most powerful SUV available. Get in, engage launch control, and the supercharged 6.2-liter Hemi V8 will take you from 0-60 in 3.5 seconds. That is supercar territory. The Grand Cherokee Performance doesn’t just have insane performance, it also surrounds you in luxury. Its ventilated Laguna Leather seats are heated and cooled. The standard UConnect 4C Nav with 8.4-inch touchscreen provides Bluetooth connectivity and special Trackhawk performance pages that show you important statistics about your car.
4 Beautiful Parks in Albany
Sometimes finding a moment of peace in the middle of an urban jungle is simply a necessity. Thankfully, with Albany’s city parks, visitors can explore rambling pathways, have a picnic in a meadow, or idle away the afternoon fishing a pond. These parks give new meaning to the words “urban oasis.” Let us introduce you to our top four picks for the most beautiful parks in Albany County.
The Crossings of Colonie
Reconnect with nature at The Colonie Crossings, a 130-acre park. The crossings feature a large pond for fishing, open grassy meadows, and extensive wooded areas. Stop by The Gazebo, and take in a concert or visit The Barn where local artisans display their works. Take in views of the Helderberg escarpment from The Orchard, then visit the sundial garden in The Arboretum.
The Crossings is a fantastic backdrop for fall’s magnificent and colorful appearance that draws leaf-peepers from near and far. A 6.5-mile multi-use trail wanders through the park and is an extraordinary setting for those long walks with your best four-legged friend.
4 Family Cars You’ll Want to Drive
Minivans have long held the honor of the most popular family-transport mobile, and they make a ton of sense. They’re roomy and loaded with practical conveniences — and even some luxurious comforts. But today’s early-millennial parents don’t always want to cruise around in the same minivan that their own soccer moms did. So, we’ve put together five unconventional family-friendly vehicles that offer minivan-like functionality, without the 1995 stigma.
Dodge Journey
Ditch the minivan and take a look at Dodge’s adventure-driven 2018 Journey crossover SUV. Dodge’s three-row seater offers available technology that will impress even your biggest bandwidth-hogs, including Uconnect 3 with an 8.4-inch touchscreen and available navigation.
The Journey is built with tons of storage spaces to grow with your family, and 67 cubic feet of cargo room is plenty for all the kid’s gear. With heated front seats and a 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine that gets 500 highway miles per tank, go ahead and hit Albany’s roads.
The 2018 base-model Journey SE has a sticker price of $22,795, with the top trim GT starting at $32,995.
FCA, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, has honored Goldstein Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM with the 2018 Customer First Award for Excellence. This is the second time and the second year running that Goldstein CDJR has earned this prestigious award.
The 2018 FCA Customer First Award for Excellence is presented to Alan Goldstein: Owner & Joe Martell: General Manager by Marlene Dubois: FCA Area Manager.
3 Features That Make the 2018 Jeep Compass So Safe
Jeep started off 2018 with a bang with their new Jeep Compass earning a Top Safety Pick designation from the IIHS. Check out these three safety features that make the Jeep Compass one of the safest cars on the road.
A Full Airbag System to Protect You
The Jeep Compass is equipped with one of the most sophisticated airbag systems. It includes seven airbags that surround the car, protecting the driver as well as the passengers in any type of collision. Both the driver and passenger side airbags are equipped with a three-vent system to ensure people are both protected no matter their height and weight. The rest of the airbag system includes front and rear head airbags as well as side airbags, limiting the impact on a passenger’s body.
A Reinforced High Steel Frame to Shield Occupants
The Jeep Compass was engineered to protect the passengers with a cocoon-like shield for extra protection from impact. The vehicle was engineered with a high-steel frame combined with other materials and equipped with side beams to provide the strength the vehicle needs to withstand a hard impact.
3 Best Restaurants for Comfort Food in Albany County
There’s no doubt about it — Americans love their comfort food. Sitting down to a plate of wholesome goodness feels like a big warm hug on the inside. Whether these dishes remind us of a simpler time, or they’re just undeniably delicious, there’s no guilt indulging in your favorites. Get to know three of the best restaurants for comfort food in Albany County, so you’ll be ready the next time the urge to cheer up by chowing down hits you.
The Bull & Barrel Smokehouse Grill
What food could be more comforting than down-home barbecue? The Bull and Barrel might offer the best barbecue around, and there ain’t no bull about it. Their experienced chefs are dishing up traditional fare with a mouth-watering, modern twist. Meats that are smoked to flavorful perfection pair beautifully with homemade sides, such as green apple slaw, and sweet jalapeno potato salad.
Sink your teeth into the Pitmaster sample platter that showcases a bit of everything, from chicken and ribs to pulled pork and smoked sausage. Delight in a serving of southern style catfish or a shrimp po’ boy made to order. Join the folks at The Bull and Barrel every Thursday night for Bud Light Bingo, and enjoy live entertainment with the Ts on first Friday.
