Auto baron Herb Chambers plans to show off a car today that definitely lacks a rebate — a $1.7 million Bugatti that’s one of just 300 such cars in existence.

Herb Chambers Bugatti Veyron - Herb Chambers Cars & Coffee - Photo via Media Crush

Chambers will wheel out his personal Bugatti Veyron 16.4 at Herb Chambers Porsche/Audi of Burlington as part of the dealer’s “Cars and Coffee” series, where local collectors display their rides.

“I always wanted a Bugatti — so when I got the opportunity to buy one, I did,” said Chambers, who purchased his vehicle directly from Volkswagen-owned Bugatti’s French factory six months ago.

The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 features a 1,000-horsepower quad-turbocharged engine that can go 235 mph.

That’s just 15 mph slower than the model’s sister Bugatti Super Sport, the world’s fastest production car.

Chambers’ Bugatti is one of roughly two-dozen super-premium models in his personal car collection, which also includes a $4 million McLaren F-1 and a $1.2 million Ferrari Daytona Spyder.

The auto baron often displays vehicles in his collection at his free “Cars and Coffee” events, which also feature some two-dozen new cars from Chambers’ dealerships and as many as 150 vehicles that other local collectors bring.

“It’s all about getting (auto enthusiasts) together and giving them a chance to talk about their cars and see all of our different production vehicles,” Chambers said.

“Cars and Coffee” will take place from 7 to 10 a.m. today, with Red Sox slugger Kevin Youkilis on hand from 8 to 9 a.m., at Herb Chambers Porsche/Audi, 62 Cambridge St., Burlington.

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Don’t Miss the next Herb Chambers Cars & Coffee!

When:

Saturday, June 9th 7AM – 10AM

Rain Date:

Saturday, June 16th 7AM – 10AM

Where:

Herb Chambers Lexus
25 Providence Highway
Sharon, MA

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PIAGGIO AND VESPA ARE THE MODERN INTERPRETATION OF THE SCOOTER

Piaggio had the top-selling scooter last year with the 150cc Fly and the 2012 model will go on sale with fuel injection in place of carburetors, immobiliser, more under-seat storage and a halogen lamp.

The bigger-wheeled Liberty 150ie irons out the bigger bumps, making it a smart choice for riders who deal with bad roads on the daily commute.

The Piaggio range is the modern interpretation of the Vespa scooter.

Models vary from a 50cc inner-city runabout to a 500cc three-wheeler that will embarrass sports bikes over rough roads in the wet.

The Italian-built Vespa range is as famous for resale values as for classic lines.

One scooter proving a hit with the rental and younger crowd is the Piaggio Typhoon, with 50cc and 125cc models.

The rugged-looking scooter has chunky treaded tyres and sports military-style logos. These give it street cred in the city – if you plan to ride into the ‘burbs, opt for the 125cc or a soundtrack of car horns will urge you to get out of the way.

A quick ride of the range shows the latest versions are as simple to use and as stable as ever. The Vespas have the reassurance of those solid metal fenders up front to protect legs in an accident. It’s not much but it’s far better than plastic.

Both ranges make easy work of filtering through peak hour queue to the front line at the lights. The low centre of gravity and small diameter rubber combine to make these as nimble as a startled rat and that can save your life in the rat-race rush to and from work.

You need to get the 50cc models off the line as quickly as self-preservation demands but the stablemates are more than capable of putting a gap on the cars before the next lights.

The scooter market grew 8.8 per cent last year, with the Vespas and Piaggios taking a proportionately larger chunk of that growth.

The updated models and broader fitment of fuel injection should maintain that growth.

– AT A GLANCE –

** Vespa Models**

LX50

S 50

LX125ie

LX150ie

S150ie

PX150

GTS250ie

GTS300

GTS300 Super Sport

GTV300ie

** Piaggio Models**

Zip 5 0

Zip 100

Typhoon 50

Typhoon 125

Fly 125

Fly 150

New Fly 150ie

Liberty 150ie

X7 300ie

MP3 300ie

MP3 500ie

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Letter from Herb

Today, there are approx. 19,000 automobile dealers in the United States and our company is ranked #11…

… that’s up from # 12 last year and I need to say thank you for your business. I know that there are many places that you can buy and service a car and we sincerely appreciate you choosing ours.

 

As a matter of fact if you’ve looked around recently at the “new” American auto industry; you’ll see that it has not only come back from the brink, but business is very, very good.

The automobile industry is alive & well and very important in this country as it is producing millions of jobs both directly as well as indirectly with suppliers etc. Furthermore today’s quality rivals that of any manufacturer on the planet with best ever fuel economy and these cars, SUV’s and trucks come standard with fantastic new styling and technology which is precisely why the auto business is thriving.

 

As sales soar the industry is making plans to build new assembly plants to keep pace with demand. What a difference a couple of years make! This industry’s transformation is simply unprecedented and car buyers reap the benefits and have never been so satisfied with their purchases.

 

At The Herb Chambers Companies business is also very good. I feel strongly that this is primarily because we believe steadfastly in doing the right thing for every customer and have for over 25 years. Now with fifty dealerships (and growing), our commitment to customer satisfaction couldn’t be stronger! We insist that every Sales Consultant put themselves in the shoes of our customers throughout every aspect of their dealership visit. Next, every Sales & Leasing Consultant and Business Development Specialists at our company is specifically compensated on Customer Satisfaction. Failure to satisfy our guests is unacceptable here; for any reason!

 

This is precisely why I personally & regularly meet with all of our Sales Consultants, BDC’s & Managers to discuss the extreme importance of a positive guest experience. Their job is to find out what our customers are interested in and help them buy it at agreeable terms and conditions. Of course this is not as simple as asking them what make and model; it’s really more about helping match the right vehicle to the customer’s needs and pocketbook. Further, we understand that making the decision to purchase any vehicle is important and that people need to collect all the information they require to make an informed decision.

 

This process is second nature to all of our consultants because they are armed with enormous product knowledge and can offer an almost unlimited number of transparent options and solutions to satisfy most any transportation need. We encourage and expect this process in all of our transactions because it reveals needs and expectations, enhances customer satisfaction and helps form the right kind of business relationships that have fostered win-win relationships for everybody.

 

Little wonder why I have always suggested; “We don’t sell cars. We help people buy them.” Why not come by any one of our 50 dealerships where you can look forward to an unparalleled selection and a shopping experience unlike any other? Afterwards I would love to hear how we did. Please go to www.herbchambersreviews.com  anytime to share your experiences.

 

Sincerely,

Herb

 

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HERB CHAMBERS HYUNDAI OF WESTBOROUGH and HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA Award a Brand-New 2012 HYUNDAI ELANTRA to the LUCKY WINNER OF Boston Marathon JIMMY FUND WALK CONTEST

Herb Chambers HYUNDAI of WESTBOROUGH

On Friday, January 13, 2012, Herb Chambers Hyundai of Westborough will host a ceremony during which Hyundai Motor America will award Julie Sullivan of Reading, MA, with a 2012 Hyundai Elantra.

Julie Sullivan, who participated in the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk on September 18, 2011, entered an online contest for Jimmy Fund Walk participants and was selected as the lucky winner.

Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk

WHERE:

Herb Chambers Hyundai of Westborough

75 Otis Street, Westborough (just off Route 9)

WHO:

Herb Chambers, Founder and CEO, Herb Chambers Companies

John Murray, General Manager, Herb Chambers Hyundai of Westborough

Pete DiPersia, General Manager/Eastern Region, Hyundai Motor America

Dave O’Brien, Merchandising Manager, Hyundai Motor America

Tony Antoska, District Manager, Hyundai Motor America

Kevin Jeans, Associate Director of Corporate Partnerships, The Jimmy Fund

Julie Sullivan – the Lucky Winner

Herb Chambers Hyundai Elantra

About Herb Chambers Companies

Herb Chambers purchased his first car dealership in 1985 and has grown his company into the largest automobile dealership group in New England.

Today, the Herb Chambers Companies are comprised of 50 automotive dealerships throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island, including Audi, Bentley, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Honda, Hummer, Hyundai, Infiniti, Jeep, Land Rover, Lexus, Maybach, Mercedes Benz, Mini, Pontiac, Porsche, Rolls Royce, Saab, Saturn, Scion, Smart, Toyota, Vespa and pre-owned vehicles. For a list of dealership locations, visit www.herbchambers.com.

Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk

About the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk:

The Boston Marathon^® Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai is a one-day event that unites thousands of walkers, sponsors, and volunteers for one mission: raising funds to help Dana-Farber Cancer Institute conquer all forms of cancer.

Since its inauguration in 1989, the Walk has raised more than $73 million to support patient care and groundbreaking discoveries at Dana-Farber.

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Driving toward change
Two Route 114 dealerships to get makeovers

By Ethan Forman Staff writer

Article Courtesy of:  Salem News

Architect's rendering shows what the new exterior of the Herb Chambers Chrysler/Jeep dealership will look like after renovations are completed at 107 Andover St. The project is one of two Herb Chambers is proposing for dealerships along Route 114, including a new Cadillac dealership at 90 Andover St. (not shown).

DANVERS — Amid an apparent uptick in the car business, the Herb Chambers Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram dealership on Route 114 could soon be getting a whole new look and a new showroom thanks to a proposed 4,000-square-foot addition.

And at Chambers’ Chevrolet and Cadillac dealerships down the road at 90 Andover St., there are plans for a new, standalone 8,500-square-foot Cadillac dealership.

“We are in the early stages” of this second project, said Wakefield attorney Ted Regnante, general counsel for Herb Chambers.

Last week, the Danvers Planning Board continued a public hearing on the Chrysler Jeep dealership project at 107 Andover St. until Jan. 10 as project proponents tweak engineering issues to meet technical requirements.

“We are completely modernizing the building,” Regnante said.

The addition would fill in a jog in the front corner of the dealership and give the facility a showroom, Senior Planner Kate Day said.

“We presently do not have a showroom on the inside of the building,” Regnante said. The addition would also expand the service area and improve stormwater drainage on the site. Both the Zoning Board of Appeals and the Conservation Commission have approved the plans, which will also include extensive landscaping along Route 114.

No plans have been filed for the new Herb Chambers Cadillac dealership building. Both Chambers’ Cadillac and Chevrolet dealerships share the same building.

“We are going to sit down with all the various boards that have jurisdiction to get their input,” Regnante said of this project.

The work at the two Herb Chambers locations may signal the car business could be in for better days, Regnante said.

Despite a lull at the start of the year, “Our sales are up substantially at both locations within the last quarter,” Regnante said.

Chambers operates about 50 dealerships in New England, and they, too, are selling more cars.

“We are seeing that throughout our whole organization,” Regnante said.

According to the website TrueCar.com, sales of new cars in the United States in 2011 could reach 12.8 million units, the highest level since 2008.

The website forecast that Chrysler would see a 33.8 percent increase in December 2011 sales, compared with sales during the same month one year ago.

Regnante praised Danvers officials, and Day in particular, for accommodating the project and taking a pro-development attitude.

“We found the town to be extremely helpful and accommodating to us,” Regnante said.

Staff writer Ethan Forman can be reached at 978-338-2673, by email at eforman@salemnews.com or on Twitter @DanverSalemNews.

Article Courtesy of:  Salem News

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Herb Chambers helps the toy drive!

Herb Chambers & Mayor Thomas Menino - Annual Toy Drive Donation

Mayor Tom Menino has a laugh with Herb Chambers after the car czar dropped off a $50,000 check to support the mayor’s toy drive.

It’s been another good year for car king Herb Chambers, who today presented Hizzoner Tom Menino with a $50,000 check – and pick-up truck full of toys — for the mayor’s annual toy drive.

Menino remarked that Chambers, who grew up in Dorchester, has never forgotten where came from.

Herb Chambers & Mayor Thomas Menino - Annual Toy Drive Donation

Herb Chambers & Mayor Thomas Menino - Annual Toy Drive Donation

Herb Chambers & Mayor Thomas Menino - Annual Toy Drive Donation

Herb Chambers & Mayor Thomas Menino - Annual Toy Drive Donation

Herb Chambers & Mayor Thomas Menino - Annual Toy Drive Donation

Herb Chambers & Mayor Thomas Menino - Annual Toy Drive Donation

Herb Chambers & Mayor Thomas Menino - Annual Toy Drive Donation

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The technology is available on 2012 Ford Edge and goes global with availability on 2012 Ford Focus.

Ford introduced a smart, safe, simple system to connect drivers with in-car technologies and their digital lives today at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES^®).

Herb Chambers Ford of Braintree Employee Eric Digirolamo

Photo by Christopher Evans

He was 33 and not looking forward to Thanksgiving dinner with his family.

“I didn’t want to go, not having a job, or any idea of what I wanted to do, and not even having a car,” Eric Digirolamo recalls. “I was living with my brother. At a time in my life when I should have been climbing some ladder of success, I couldn’t even find a bottom rung. I felt like such a loser.”

But that was nine years ago.

Today, he manages pre-owned sales for Herb Chambers Ford of Braintree and if he looks like a picture of success it’s because that’s exactly how he sees himself, thanks in large part to an unknown lady from LoJack.

At his request, this one’s for her.

“I began thinking about my grandfather,” Digirolamo went on, referring to the late Harry Carlson, a legendary member of the Bosox Club who made his living selling tires and cars. “To him, it wasn’t about what he sold; what mattered most to him were the relationships he had with his customers.

“I wondered if I could be like him. So I got up one morning, put on a suit and walked two miles to a dealership, asking to speak to the manager. We talked for 20 minutes and he agreed to give me a try.

“At first, the other guys all welcomed me with open arms: ‘Nice to meet you! How’s it going?’ The second day they were much cooler. By the fourth day I was pretty down; I hadn’t sold one car.

“That’s when she walked in. ‘She said, ‘Eric, I saw you when I was here the other day, and you don’t look as happy now as you did then. I can see it on your face. Let me guess; most of these guys aren’t talking to you now, right? I’ve been in this game a long time and have seen lots of people come and go, yet, after all this, you’re still here.’

“I said, ‘Wow, you really do know the business.’

“She smiled and said, ‘Here’s what’s going to happen. You’re going to make a sale real soon and, I promise, it’s going to change everything.’

“Ten minutes after she left I sold a brand new truck. I was so pumped! She gave me hope when I needed it, and I’ve loved what I do ever since.”

So this will be a terrific Thanksgiving for Eric.

“But I am embarrassed to say I can’t remember her name, so I can only hope she’ll read this because I’d like her to know that one of the things I’m most thankful for is her.”

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Herb Chambers Toyota of Boston would like to invite you to a very special event on Thursday, November 17 at 6 PM!

We will be unveiling the all new 2102 Toyota Camry, the 2102 Prius V and the 2102 Yaris and showcasing the innovative technologies that these incredible vehicles are bringing to the market.

Please come join us for food, catered by GOURMET CATERERS, drinks sand the chance to win and iPad 2, all for a good cause.

Bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the Great Boston Food Bank, and you’ll be automatically entered for a chance to win and iPad 2.

You must be present to win, so mark your calendars and prepare to be blown away by the next generation of Toyota vehicles.

CLICK HERE TO RSVP!

Official Press Release:

Herb Chambers Toyota of Boston Hosts the “2012 Toyota Launch Event” in Benefit of the Greater Boston Food Bank

Boston’s leading Toyota dealership invites the community to join them for an evening of surprises as they unveil all-new 2012 models.

Boston, MA – November 11, 2011: Herb Chambers Toyota of Boston (www.herbchamberstoyotaofboston.com) is proud to unveil its impressive lineup of 2012 models in a celebration that will treat guests to gourmet hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, and the chance to win an iPad 2.

The event will take place on Thursday, November 17^th, at 6 p.m., featuring the all new 2012 Toyota Camry, 2012 Prius V and 2012 Yaris. Vehicle specialists will also showcase the innovative technologies that these incredible vehicles are bringing to the market, including 44 MPG Hybrid Synergy Drive, the JBL Synthesis Premium Sound System, Smart Key Technology, and the all-new Entune Infotainment System, which gives drivers access to Bing’s advanced search engine technology, Pandora radio, and real time info that includes traffic, weather, fuel prices, sports and stocks.

In their continued efforts to end hunger in the community, Herb Chambers Toyota of Boston invites guests to bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the Greater Boston Food Bank (www.gbfb.org), and with this simple donation, guests will be entered in the iPad 2 giveaway.

In addition to introducing the 2012 Camry, Prius V and Yaris to Boston drivers, Herb Chambers Toyota of Boston is making it easy to take one home. The dealership is offering deep discounts, like $149 per month lease on Yaris, and $199 per month lease on Camry, to approved customers.

The “By Invitation Only” event requires guests to RSVP at www.HerbChambersToyotaLaunch.com.

About Herb Chambers Toyota of Boston: Located at 32 Brighton Avenue in Boston, Herb Chambers Toyota of Boston offers New England drivers an impressive selection of new and pre-owned Toyota vehicles, along with the world-class buying experience that is guaranteed from all Herb Chambers stores. For more information, please visit www.HerbChambersToyotaofBoston.com, or call 877-906-1652.

RSVP TODAY!: www.HerbChambersToyotaLaunch.com