Chevrolet Special Edition Silverado Trucks Are Exclusively At Graff Bay City

BAY CITY, Mich. – Over the past few months Chevrolet has been rolling out special edition Silverado pick up trucks. Customized trucks like the Midnight, Black Out, Special Ops, and the Rally editions each have their own special features designed for that special truck. While these trucks have seemed impossible to buy, you can now have the opportunity to have one of your very own. Now Chevrolet Special Edition Silverado Trucks are exclusively at Graff Bay City! We currently have in stock the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Special Ops Edition and the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Realtree Edition that are available for sale, so get them while you still can!

2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Special Ops Edition

$45,140.00

Engine: 5.3L EcoTec3 V8

Transmission: Electronic 6 Speed Automatic w/OD

Interior: Gray cloth seats

Exterior: Black with Special Ops logo

Features: The Special Ops Edition Silverado comes with exclusive Special Ops logo on the hood and the side of the truck, along with naval inspired graphics and black accents. Additional features include sport assist steps, bed mounted sport bar, and 17” painted steel tires. 

2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Realtree Edition

$55,420.00

Engine: 5.3L EcoTec3 V8

Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic w/OD

Interior: Charcoal gray leather seats, camouflage print on doors and center console, Realtree logo embroidered on headrest

Exterior: Black with Realtree logo 

Features: The Realtree Edition Silverado is designed with the exclusive Realtree logo and camouflage print on the truck hood, side doors, and tailgate. Additional features include Rancho shocks and black off-road assist steps. 

Don’t miss your chance to own a Chevrolet Special Edition Silverado truck exclusively at Graff Bay City. You will turn heads as you cruise around in a customized truck unlike any other. Act fast! These Silverado Special Editions will not last long. You can see other Silverado deals and offers on our Chevrolet Silverado 1500 inventory page online. To schedule a test drive contact our expert sales team online or by calling Graff Bay City!

Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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The Camaro Turns 50!

BAY CITY, Mich. – Chevrolet has brought the world many classic model vehicles. One particular model that has driven into Chevy fan’s hearts is the Chevrolet Camaro. Since it’s name debut in 1966 the Camaro has become a brand staple and a favorite to fast-paced performance vehicle enthusiasts. This summer the Camaro turns 50 and Chevrolet is not holding back on the anniversary celebrations. Events include tours at General Motor’s factory plants, car shows, car cruises, and more. Celebrate the Chevrolet Camaro with these fun events within hours of Bay City!

Lansing Activities:

Hosted at the Lansing Grand River plant, near downtown Lansing, MI, August 18th will be a day filled with car shows, display and discussions with Camaro team members, and a tour of the Lansing Grand River plant, where the Camaro is built. Get an opportunity to go behind-the-scenes of how the Camaro is built from beginning to end.

If you are a proud Camaro owner, there will be a Camaro-only parking area designated for up to 500 cars. The event at the Lansing Grand River plant will also include on-site food venders and a tent offering Camaro 50th merchandise.

Detroit Activities:

On August 19th head to Joe Louis Arena Riverfront parking lot for the Camaro Rally! At the rally the famous 50th Anniversary edition Camaro will lead the Camaro Rally participants in a famous cruise route toward Woodward Ave.

For more event details and updates you can visit www.camarofifty.com. This special site offers historical images, design illustrations, and historical info about Chevrolet classic Camaro. 

As the Camaro turns 50 you can celebrate by attending these Michigan based events or get behind the wheel of the powerhouse vehicle at Graff Bay City! Experience the high performance engine, the sleek interior design, and the new technologies the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro has to offer by scheduling a test drive with our sales team! You can also start shopping for the perfect Camaro with our 2016 Camaro inventory online. It’s available 24/7 so your shopping experience can be easy and convenient.

While you’re on our website take a look at our Summer Car Care pages to get your current vehicle in Camaro-like shape for the summer! Our Summer Car Care will go over the importance of seasonal maintenance on your Fuel system, A/C system, and cooling system. It will also go over the importance of keeping up with cosmetic repairs and your external lights in the summer months. That’s not all! We also offer sun protection tips to help prevent UV damage to your interior and exterior. If you are ready to schedule your Summer Car Care appointment, contact our Graff Bay City Service Center today!

Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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4th of July Food Inspiration

BAY CITY, Mich. – Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to America, Happy Birthday to you! Independence Day is coming up this week and we can't wait for the 4th of July celebrations to get underway. If you're anything like us, one look on Pinterest for 4th of July food inspiration and next thing you know hours have gone by!

If you aren't looking to spend your whole day distracted on Pinterest, we've gathered all of our favorite festive red, white and blue treats, snacks, and desserts right here! So take a look below, and make sure to Follow us on Pinterest for even more inspiration!

4th of July Food Inspiration

We may have sparked the chef in you with our 4th of July food inspiration recipes, but you can get even more inspiration this summer at Graff Bay City! We have a fully stocked Chevrolet inventory that will give you inspiration to drive something amazing. Maybe you are looking for a smaller vehicle like the 2016 Chevrolet Sonic? You could be looking for something that will fit the whole family like a 2016 Chevrolet Traverse. Or maybe you need a heavy duty truck for those heavy duty jobs like a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500? What ever your lifestyle needs, we have a vehicle for you! Contact our sales team today and schedule a test drive.

Visit our website for inspiration on taking care of your current vehicle this summer with our Summer Car Care pages! Learn how to keep up with your external lights, fuel system, and your A/C and cooling systems. You can also get great tips on sun protection for your car, truck, SUV, or crossover and cosmetic repair advice for the warmer season. To schedule your summer car care appointment contact our Graff Bay City Service Center today!

Leave us a comment below or on one of our social networks with your favorite Independence Day recipe! And most of all have a safe and happy 4th of July! Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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5 Family Road Trip Games

BAY CITY, Mich. – If your family is planning a road trip this summer make sure you don’t hear the words “I’m bored” or “are we there yet?” during your trip. With our 5 family road trip games, your time in the car will fly by! Everyone from the young kids to your teenagers will have fun with scavenger hunts, showing off their movie knowledge, and even playing the classic I SPY game. At Graff Bay City we want to make your road trip fun with games but also with the vehicle you drive! So pack up the family in something spacious like the 2016 Chevrolet Traverse and take a look below at how these games will make your next road trip unforgettable!

I SPY
Everyone loves this classic game! It can occupy every passenger from when you pull out of the driveway to when you reach your destination! To keep track of your different discoveries you can use print outs like the one below:

Cow Game
This game takes back road driving to a new level. The rules are simple, shout “my cow” when you see a cow on your side of the vehicle and earn a point. Bonus points if you see a cow from the other side of the car before someone else does!

Scavenger Hunt
A scavenger hunts keeps everyone aware of their surroundings and is a great way to pass the time when you are in the car for many hours. Below you can get easy print outs, or you can create your own list of findings for your family’s next travel adventure.

License Plate Game
Another classic game that we played when we were young. Everyone knows the rules, try to find as many different state license plates as you can! Make sure to write a list of each state, or you can access print outs below to help you keep track.

The Movie Game
This game is fun if you have older kids, or huge movie buffs in the car! Start by naming a famous actor/actress. The next person names a movie they starred in. The next person names ANOTHER actor/actress from the same movie. Then the third person names another movie that starred the previous actor/actress mentioned. It’s a fun game to test your movie knowledge! 

Your upcoming vacation will be a blast with our 5 family road trip games. Everyone will have fun looking for out of state license plates, or road signs, or even cows! At Graff Bay City we want you to make the most of your summer vacation. Which is why you should start your planning by visiting our sales team at our dealership. We can help you find the perfect vehicle that is great for traveling. The 2016 Chevrolet Traverse is perfect for the whole family. The convenient cargo space can adjust to the luggage you travel with, the advanced technologies like 4G LTE Wi-Fi keeps you connected no matter where you are, and the top safety features keep everyone safe on the road. Contact our team at Graff Bay City and schedule a test drive for the 2016 Chevrolet Traverse.

Additional to having games ready for your trip, you will want to make sure your current vehicle is ready for the road. Visit the Summer Car Care pages on our website for ways to keep your vehicle in great condition during the summer months. With service tips on your cooling and A/C systems, external lights, and fuel system your car will be prepared to keep everyone safe and cool in the car while giving the vehicle the best fuel efficiency. You can also discover different sun protection tips for your car, truck, SUV, or crossover’s exterior and interior. And we even discuss different cosmetic repairs you can work on while the weather is nice. If your ready to schedule your next summer car care appointment, the experts at our Graff Bay City Service Center are here for you. Schedule your appointment today!

Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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Chevrolet Proved to Dominate the Competition with the Silverado Steel Truck Bed

BAY CITY, Mich. – Chevrolet has amplified their heavy-duty truck label in the Silverado, starting with the truck bed. By advancing the vehicle's structure with different materials, Chevrolet proved to dominate the competition with the Silverado steel truck bed. The high strength steel alloy truck bed was created with a special roll forming process to enhance the material’s strength. But Chevrolet didn’t just want to make a new steel bed, they wanted to make sure it could withstand the toughest scenarios against the leading competitor's aluminum truck bed. Below are a few ways the steel bed and aluminum bed were put to the test.

Laboratory testing:
Both beds were tested in GM’s Research and Development Laboratory. By using a machine fitted wedge striker, GM tested the amount of energy impact the truck beds could withstand until the material was punctured. The tests resulted with the aluminum bed receiving punctures after 40 joules of impact-energy, and the steel bed didn’t see punctures until at 90 joules of impact energy.

Landscaping blocks test:
Chevrolet performed 12 landscaping block tests where 825 pounds of landscaping blocks were dropped in both the aluminum and steel beds (without lining). Out of the 12 demonstrations the aluminum bed saw a significant amount of punctures, averaging 4.3 holes per demonstration. The Silverado steel bed saw only dents and no punctures after 12 demonstrations. 

Toolbox test:
There were 14 toolbox tests performed where Chevrolet dropped an empty metal toolbox from the same location of both truck beds. The results concluded the aluminum bed saw 1 toolbox dent and 13 toolbox punctures. The steel bed saw 12 dents and only 2 punctures. 

After putting both the aluminum and the steel bed to the test, Chevrolet proved to dominate the competition with the Silverado steel truck bed. The new Silverado steel bed was made to help customers haul their toys, cargo, and tools without worrying about the condition of their vehicle. To get a hands-on feel of the Chevrolet Silverado, visit our sales team at Graff Bay City. You can get behind the wheel of a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado and discover why everyone loves the heavy-duty truck. Contact our dealership and schedule your test-drive today.

Make sure your current vehicle is Silverado strong with our new Summer Car Care pages! Our new seasonal maintenance section will walk you through the importance of your fuel system, cooling and A/C system, and your external lights during the summer season. Our Summer Car Care also offers vehicle cosmetic repair suggestions and sun protection tips for your car, truck, SUV, or crossover’s interior and exterior. To schedule your summer car care appointment, contact our Graff Bay City Service Center online or call our dealership.

Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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Lease Pre-Owned Vehicles at Graff Bay City

BAY CITY, Mich. – JUST ANNOUNCED: Lease certified pre-owned vehicles at Graff Bay City! Now drivers can get the best of both worlds: the 172-point inspection that comes with certified pre-owned vehicles and the low payment options of a lease, thanks to the new GM Certified Pre-Owned Leasing Program at Hank Graff Chevrolet in Bay City, MI. Until now, leasing a vehicle was only available on new cars, trucks, SUV, or crossovers! With the new GM Certified Pre-Owned Leasing Program, you can enjoy the benefits of leasing on select 2013-2015 model year certified pre-owned vehicles.

The GM Certified Pre-Owned Leasing Program at Graff Bay City Includes:

• Competitive Payment Options on Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles
• Available on 2013-2015 Models
• 36 & 48 Month Term Options
• Standard mileage is 15,000 miles per year, Maximum allowable 25,000 miles per year
• Single Payment & Monthly Payment Option Flexibility
• All CPO Leases Include GAP Coverage

Why is Graff Bay City's GM Certified Pre-Owned Leasing Program so exciting?

Leasing a vehicle is great option for drivers who do not want to purchase a vehicle, but want to experience a new vehicle more often while enjoying lower monthly payments. Plus, this new program offers you the option to select up to 25,000 miles per year on your lease – which is much higher than what is typically offered with new vehicle leases!

Until now, leasing was only available on new vehicles, but this new program at Graff Bay City allows you to lease used vehicles! Each certified pre-owned car, truck, SUV, or crossover is put through a 172-point vehicle inspection, which is required for it to become a GM certified pre-owned vehicle. This thorough inspection means the vehicle has met GM’s strict factory-set standards, giving you the confidence and reliability you want in a vehicle.

So, not only are you getting great deal by leasing rather than buying, but you're also getting the benefits of a GM Certified Pre-Owned vehicle - reliability that's has been put to the test. Take advantage of the Pre-Owned Leasing Program at Graff Bay City to enjoy the leasing benefits you love in selected 2013-2015 certified pre-owned vehicles that match your budget. To learn more about the leasing process visit our How to Lease Guide. You can stay up to date with our current certified pre-owned lease vehicles available for lease on our Program Page, or contact our team at Graff Bay City today!

Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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Sports Family Survival Kit for the Car

BAY CITY, Mich. – Summer has arrived and that means travel sports teams. When you are running the kids from the soccer field, to the baseball diamond, and then to the tennis courts, you want to make sure you are prepared for anything. At Graff Bay City we know the sports weekends can be busy, that is why we put together 10 items for a sports family survival kit for the car! Now you can be prepared for any accidents, inclement weather, and hungry kids. Take a look below at some of the items you could include in your survival kit:

• First Aid Kit – Be ready for any kind of accident. A proper first aid kit is good to have for scratches and cuts, but can also be helpful incase of an emergency. First Aid kit supplies could include: band aids, antiseptic, bandage wraps, and medical tape. 
• Wet Naps – Whether it is to wipe up dirt and grass stains, or to clean messy food hands, these will become an essential for your vehicle. Wet naps are a great universal tool to get a quick clean. 
• Sunscreen – Even if the sun is not shining, the UV rays can cause burns and damage to your skin on overcast days. Protect yourself and your athletes with the proper SPF number. 
• Paper Towels – Paper towels is another great universal tool that are helpful for cleaning up messy athletes. They can also be useful to hold food or clean the car. 
• Travel Snacks – Every athlete is hungry when they are done playing a game or tournament. Be prepared to feed hungry bellies with a few travel snacks. Trail mix, fruit, veggies, or granola bars are easy and portable options. 
• Bottled Water – Having bottled water on hand quenches thirsty kids, but it is also good to have for cleaning messes any time.
• Chap stick – Fight chapped lips by keeping a stick around. Chap sticks also come with UV protection so you can keep lips from getting burned as well. 
• Camping Folding Chairs/Blanket – While you worry about the athletes, don’t forget yourself! Keep a few chairs or a blanket in the car for when it’s time to sit back and watch the game. 
• Umbrella/Poncho – It is the summer season and rain happens, even when we least expect it. Always be ready with some rain protection gear!
• Sunglasses – Keeping an extra pair of sunglasses is great for the really sunny days. You never know who might forget their pair. 

With our sports family survival kit for the car you can be ready for what ever will come your way during the busy tournament weekends. If you are looking for a vehicle that will keep up with your busy summer then stop into Graff Bay City! We can get you behind the wheel of a 2016 Chevrolet Traverse. You will love the cargo space, entertainment technologies, and top safety features in this family crossover vehicle. Contact our sales team to schedule a test-drive today!

If you are looking to get your current vehicle ready for the busy sports-filled summer then visit our Summer Car Care pages on our website. Our Summer Car Care will take you through the importance of getting your external lights, fuel system, and cooling and A/C system serviced. It will also discuss the different cosmetic repairs that can be done during the warmer months, and it offers different sun protection tips for your vehicle’s interior and exterior. Schedule your Summer Car Care appointment with the Graff Bay City Service Center and we will have you on the road in no time.

Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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