2012 GMC Yukon XL | Orange County Special

yukon xl orange county specialsFor 2012, you’ll find great improvements on the GMC Yukon XL you always loved. This extremely capable SUV features better optional navigation as well as rear seat entertainment systems. This provides great seating for big families as it can seat 9 persons with still abundant cargo space and the ability to tow a long any huge trailer. Also, with its powerhouse engines you’ll be surprised at the extremely smooth ride and quiet cabin.

The 2012 GMC Yukon is available in 1500 and heavy duty 2500 models with three trim levels: the SLE, SLT and Denali. The base SLE trim is equipped with 17 inch alloy wheels, recovery hooks as well as running boards and full power accessories. It also has the usual dual climate control, eight speaker sound system, satellite radio, and a trip computer. The SLT model adds leather upholstered seats, tri zone automatic climate control, nine speakers, remote vehicle start and auto dimming rear view mirror and rear park assist.

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The Denali adds more style with its lower body cladding and grille plus 20 inch alloy wheels and blind spot monitoring satellite. It also has heated and ventilated front seats, a power folding feature and a large display camera. Entertainment includes a 10 speaker surround with digital musical storage.

Three v8s support the Yukon’s build with a 320 horsepower and a 335 torque. They all have six speed transmissions with enhanced towing capability.

For safety, it has an antilock brake, side curtain air bags, front side air bags and an updated OnStar. It also features great stability. The blind spot alert system is a standard on the Denali and an optional feature on the SLT.

Orange County Commercial Vehicle Spotlight: 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Extended Cab Standard Box 2-Wheel Drive Work Truck

orange county commercial truck by gmcBuilt for hardy towing and trucking the 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Extended Cab Standard Box 2 Wheel Drive Work Truck boasts of a fully boxed hydroformed front section frame and an engine of Vortec 4.3L V6 MFI that can go at 4600 rpm, 260 lb ft of torque  at 2800 rpm for T*10*03 and TC10753 models. Its suspension package produces a solid smooth ride that includes 35 mm piston twin tube shocks and 36mm front stabilizer bar.  This work truck is a solid option in the Orange County Commercial Vehicle market.

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It operates on a 4 speed automatic electronic control with overdrive and tow and haul mode. The crew cab models will require an L20 vortec 4.8l V8 SFI Flex Fuel engine. It also includes a rear wheel drive and heavy duty battery which goes to 600 cold cranking amps – maintenance free with rundown protection that retains accessory power. The suspension includes a front independent coil over shock and a rear 2-stage multileaf springs which are semi elliptic while steering includes power, rack-and-pinion.

For Orange County safety, the brakes include a 4 wheel antilock feature with a front disc and rear drum. The Stabilitrak feature consists of a stability control system with Proactive Roll Avoidance and Traction Control that assists in sway control and hill starts. Air bags are located in the front at the driver and right passenger’s seat and also at the front and rear outboard seating position. Head curtain side air bags are also available to reduce the risk of head and neck injuries to the front and rear seat occupants. It utilizes a Passenger Sensing System. It is always advised though to follow the correct rules when you have a child inside the car – children are much safer when in the rear seat and are using the appropriate booster, child or infant seat. The use of seatbelts is highly encouraged.

For entertainment, the car features an audio system of AM/FM stereo, a Sirius XM Satellite Radio and a speaker system. Warranty is for 3 years/ 36,000 miles and while Roadside Assistance is good for 5 years/ 100, 000 miles. Orange County contractors and construction workers will love the new 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Extended Cab 2WD work truck. Visit Simpson GMC today and test-drive one for yourself.

See also: Orange County GMC Sierra Guide

Video: Thoughts Behind GMC’s Design

Jeff Perkins, Design Director, Interior Studios of GMC discusses the professional grade design aesthetic of GMC luxury vehicles. Perkins discusses the attention to detail in GMC’s design and how GMC is really beginning to separate itself from Chevrolet. Things like the intricate textures of headlights and details in the grills as well as inspiration drawn from modern power tools and kitchen accessories are addressed.

2012 Buick Verano: Orange County Luxury Sedan For the Budget Conscious

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Marketed as an entry level luxury sedan, Buick targets the budget-conscious buyer with a taste for European cars with the 2012 Buick Verano. Considered a great choice providing a quiet and comfortable ride at a reasonable price. Coming with a 2.4 liter engine, the 2012 Buick Verano offers smooth shifting and quick transmission and most Orange County drivers will be in love with it. This car’s strength is its interiors with the cabin’s graceful design with features that offers ease of use.

Offered in three trim levels, 2012 Buick Verano Orange County buyers can select to purchase the basic model, Convenience Group 2 or Leather Group. Standard features for the base model includes 18-inch alloy wheels, fog lights, cruise control, keyless entry and remote ignition. It also provides full power accessories and dual-zone automatic climate control. It comes with cloth upholstery, tilt and telescoping steering wheel and folding rear seats. Audio and video equipment includes a 7-inch touch screen display, CD player with six speaker sound system, OnStar Telematics and satellite radio. It features Bluetooth with phone and audio capabilities, the Buick Intellilink smart phone connectivity system and an audio jack.

Among its competitors, the 2012 Buick Verano comes in as the most cost-efficient with brands like Audi, Infiniti and Lexus priced way more expensively. This attractive price point is sure to make the 2012 Buick Verano is worth a look-see in Orange County.

Welcome the 2012 Buick LaCrosse to Orange County

buick lacrosse eassist 2012 orange county Perhaps the most common trend of cars nowadays is maximizing fuel efficiency to reduce carbon emissions as much as possible, but not so much as to sacrifice engine performance. The Buick LaCrosse eAssist is a hybrid car with a gasoline engine assisted by an electric motor. The new Buick aims to significantly improve upon previous Buick LaCrosse models from yesteryear.  It’s a mid-size luxury sedan with outstanding fuel efficiency. Its EPA rating is 25mpg in city driving, and a 36 for the highway– a very good rating seeing that it has a 2.4 liter engine kicking out 182 horsepower and an additional 15 horsepower coming from the electric motor. It’s a perfect car for those who want a little bit of performance without feeling too much guilt from using too much gasoline or outputting higher-than-necessary emissions.

The 2012 Buick LaCrosse eAssist also puts effort to make sure that there’s room for you and possibly 4 more passengers. The ride is ensured to be smooth all thanks to the Quiet Tuning done for you by the manufacturer. From the base model to the top-level trim, you’ll be amazed to find pleasant details throughout the vehicle, keeping your love for your LaCrosse alive for years to come.

Safety is never compromised in Buick’s lineup. That’s why with the 2012 Buick LaCrosse you’re assured that you can park with ease now that it comes along with a blind-spot warning system so you won’t fear scratching your car or bumping another in those tight parallel parking moments. All LaCrosse trims feature hands-free Bluetooth phone connectivity, remote start, eight-way adjustable seating, and dual-zone climate control. IntelliLink is a new option for 2012, which allows streaming Pandora or Stitcher audio through a compatibly paired smartphone, as well as hands-free calling or easy connectivity to media players.

Simpson Buick GMC Orange County wants to be your 2012 Buick LaCrosse dealer. View 2012 LaCrosse inventory here.

2012 Buick Enclave in Orange County

orange county buick enclave gray color suvWhen you hear the label “Luxury SUV,” what do you picture? The label invokes thoughts of spaciousness, the smell of leather, fine-polished wood grain, and technologically advanced features, right? Well, if these buzz words catch your attention then you may want to consider taking a look at the new 2012 Buick Enclave in Orange County. The 2012 Enclave is rich with features like a Tri-Zone climate control that customizes the temperatures for the driver, passenger, and second row passengers. Since the 2012 Buick Enclave can seat seven or eight, a feature like this definitely comes in handy. But Enclave’s features don’t stop there. 2012 Enclave is equipped with loads of features that Orange County drivers will appreciate.

The available Overhead DVD Entertainment system provides everyone with a more entertaining ride. Taking a trip? No worries. Just pop in your favorite DVD and it’s like your at the theater! Also noteworthy is the On-star Owner App for mobile phones. This app lets you start the vehicle from your phone if your Enclave has remote start, and it lets you lock and unlock the doors, and even check the fuel level. Cool features like these are sure to resonate with Orange County Buick drivers for years to come. Another really great feature of the new 2012 Buick Enclave is the three-month trial subscription to SiriusXM Radio. With one touch of a button you can begin enjoying hours of commercial-free radio including music by genre, sports talk, comedy, family, etc. Even though the 2012 Enclave is a “luxury SUV,” the amazing thing is it’s great fuel economy which is better than most other eight-passenger crossovers. You will get an EPA estimated 24 MPG hwy on the FWD model. Much more can be said about the new 2012 Buick Enclave, but the best thing is to stop by and test drive one for yourself.

Used Car in Orange County Under $12k?

used cars in orange county under 12kOrange County residents and employees often experience having to pay a premium for some of the finer things in life. As a result, high prices can sometimes filter out some people from living here. Just look at some of the home values around Orange County and you can see how, in some paces, only the affluent can survive. The backdrop of this economic factor also includes those that are here be necessity and are struggling to stay afloat month after month. These are hard-working people that understand how to dig deep and be thrifty in order to be able to afford to live here in Orange County and provide the best lifestyles for their families in spite of their lack of affluence. In fact, most of us probably fit into this description.

If this describes you, then this post is for you! Simpson Buick GMC makes a continual effort to maintain a pre-owned inventory of high-quality yet affordable cars, trucks, and SUV’s. This effort has led us to include a special section of our website to feature used cars under $12k. At this max price, there is a great chance that you can find a superb used car in Orange County without the high burden of big payments every month. The budget-conscious Orange County resident can drive away with phenomenal deals like the 2004 Malibu we have in stock at the moment which is currently on sale for only $5,994! (stk# 9805RA) We also have a 2008 GMC Sierra pickup for only $9,692 (stk# 112084A) and a GMC Yukon Denali for only $9,893 (stk# 111975A)! Deals like this are highlighted and showcased on our website on a regular basis, so if you’re in the market for a used car in Orange County then check it out…you’ll be glad you did!

2012 Buick Verano in Orange County

buick verano in orange countyWhen we first heard that the Buick Lucerne was going to be discontinued, we thought we were going to have to make the most out of the three remaining Buick models: Regal, LaCrosse, and Enclave. We weren’t worried about it since these vehicles sell great here in Orange County. However, we were pleasantly surprised to hear about what the Buick engineers were working on behind the scenes. Described as “A Thoughtful Take on Luxury,” the new 2012 Buick Verano promises that every inch is purposeful and elegant. By using such words in the marketing campaign as thoughtful, purposeful, thinking, etc., Buick is sending a powerful message that the new 2012 Buick Verano is not Buick’s attempt to just build another vehicle to hopefully gain market share. Buick is sending the message that their best engineers have conceptually created the ideal luxury vehicle from the mind up. Verano is said to have an elegantly sculpted exterior and luxurious interior design. This surely looks like it’s going to be a great addition to the Orange County Buick line up.

2012 GMC Acadia Designed For Orange County Lifestyles

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We all know how unique our living situations are here in Orange County. We have access to the mountains, the desert, the beach, the city, I mean, you name it and it’s all here within reasonable driving range. But this also sometimes complicates things since everything is so accessible to us. For example, those of us that have kids know how busy life can be once they begin having events of their own to attend. If they’re in sports or other extra-curricular activities, we may find ourselves shuttling them as well as their friends from place to place. This is where the 2012 GMC Acadia serves Orange County best. Acadia comes with Smartslide Seating System. This is one of the ways it has achieved the most interior space in its class. No other competitor offers more cargo volume behind the third row than 2012 GMC Acadia. It’s SmartSlide seating system allows passengers incredibly easy access to the third row with the push of a button. In order to see the benefits of this amazing system, visit Simpson Buick GMC to see the new Acadia up close. You’ll see why even the most demanding Orange County lifestyles are simplified. And the next time you’re faced with having to shuttle teenagers around from place to place and haul their equipment, you’ll have tons of space and a great ride to accompany you. And who knows, maybe you can plan a road trip with that special someone and get out onto the open road to really experience the genius of the new 2012 GMC Acadia.

Orange County Prepares for 2012 GMC Terrain Changes

2012 gmc terrain orange countyAlso know as the “Smaller SUV,” 2012 GMC Terrain looks to be a solid contender among Orange County drivers. With enough room for most families, the 2012 Terrain’s changes will be even more reason to consider Terrain for their next vehicle. Changes to the 2012 model include an optional 2.4L 4-cylinder engine, a new and improved audio system, 18′ chrome clad aluminum wheels, and improved deep-tinted glass on all windows except for the windshield and front driver and passenger windows which have a light-tint. But the best way to learn about the new 2012 GMC Terrain in Orange County is to test drive one. Simpson Buick GMC is eager to show you the way and lead you down the path to becoming an owner of one of these “Smaller SUV’s.” Call, click, or stop by to get behind the wheel of the new 2012 GMC Terrain!