Lehmer's Concord Buick GMC

In 1936 Jesse Owens won four gold medals at the Olympics, you could buy a new Oldsmobile for $665 and Erv Lehmer's used car dealership in Concord, California got their franchise from General Motors to sell Oldsmobiles. Much has changed in the world since 1936, but the Lehmer family continues to sell GM vehicles in Concord.

Lehmer's Concord Buick GMC

Erv's daughter Carolyn has been around the dealership since she was born. She worked there during the summers when she was still in high school and after college she started full-time. Carolyn says, "I worked in the office, because girls worked in the office in those days. But I became a dealer in 1987." Today she runs the show at Lehmer's Concord Buick-GMC along with her husband Russ Anderson and their son Darren.

Lehmer's Concord Buick GMC

Russ took a winding path into the car business. When he was 18 years old he joined the navy and became an engine man on submarines. He remembers, "I liked GM just because our submarine diesels were 1,600-horsepower GM diesels that were first built for World War II." After leaving the sea he came back to California and joined the fire department.

Lehmer's Concord Buick GMC

He also met his future wife Carolyn at Mel’s Diner (made famous in the movie "American Graffiti".) He would drive used cars from his father-in-law's dealership to his firefighter job and he would often sell the car he was driving to an interested customer. Finally the chief told him to choose between firefighting and the car business, and Russ ended up as a salesman at Lehmer's.

Lehmer's Concord Buick GMC

After seven years at Lehmer's Russ became general manager of another GM dealership in nearby Walnut Creek, spending 21 years there before eventually returning to Lehmer's as general manager.

Friday, May 25, 2012

Special Buick Memorial Day Offers On 2012 Models.

Posted by Lehmer's Concord Buick GMC on 12:43 PM

To help celebrate Memorial Day weekend, Buick is offering special sales incentives on 2012 models!

Right now you can get the 2012 Buick Enclave and get this lease offer: Low-Mileage Lease for Qualified Lessees - $299/month 24 month lease. $3,199 due at signing (after all offers). Includes security deposit. Tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipment extra. Mileage charge of $0.20 /mile over 24,000 miles.

OR

0% APR for 60 months for qualified buyers!

OR

$750 Bonus Cash +$1,500 Consumer Cash $2,250 Total Cash Allowance.

Don't miss out on these great offers! Head over before this Memorial Day to take advantage of these great deals!

For full offer details visit: http://www.buick.com/tools/currentoffers/results.do?zipCode=94520

Friday, May 18, 2012

2012 GMC Acadia Denali AWD

Posted by Lehmer's Concord Buick GMC on 11:53 AM

The GMC Acadia Denali has managed to do one thing since its release... Amaze.

Here is a review of one individual who has been bitten by the same bug other car buyers seemed to have caught when considering the purchase of a new Denali:

Steve Purdy writes:


Three of GM’s most successful products are the trio of full-size, three-row crossovers assembled in the Lansing, MI, Delta Township plant - Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse and this week’s tester, GMC Acadia. This one is loaded with the Denali trim level and all-wheel drive. All three are modestly updated this year, but unless you pay attention closely or happen to own one you’ll probably not notice the differences.


Replacing the ultra-practical minivans of yore these crossovers have led sales since their introduction in May of 2007 as 2008 models. In the beginning there were GMC, Buick and Saturn versions. The Chevy Traverse was introduced to the lineup not long before the Saturn brand went away.


Our tester is the top-of-the-line GMC Acadia Denali with a base price of $44,690. The entry level SL comes in at just $33,415 and there are three trim levels in between. All come with the same V6 powertrain, OnStar, Sirus XM radio, Stabilitrak, hill-hold assist, extra power outlets and lots more stuff. The Denali comes with massive 20-inch wheels and tires, HID headlamps, dual chrome exhaust tips and unique facias front and rear with body flares and special color schemes. Our touchscreen navigation with rear camera adds $1,890 and the DVD-based entertainment system with headphones adds another $1,445. Along with the optional White Diamond Tricoat paint for $795 and the $895 destination charge we’re looking at a sticker price of $51,615 for this beauty.


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Friday, May 11, 2012

What Kind Of Car Should You Buy?

Posted by Lehmer's Concord Buick GMC on 10:10 AM



Figuring out what car suits you best can be easy if you know what you're looking for, but what if you can't decide? Try asking yourself these questions:

1) How many people are you planning on driving regularly with you? Size matters, so you want to grab one that's big enough for everyone.

2) Where are you doing your driving? The country, the city, the desert, maybe coastal?

3) How far are you planning on going on a regular basis? A short trip only minutes away, do you drive multiple hours, or cross-country often?

4) What's your driving style? Do you want speed, or something a little more laid back and less aggressive?

5) Are children typically with you? If taking a family long distance, dvd players are always a good option and children tend to enjoy more room.

Answer these questions before making your decision to buy a car that's perfect for you! Then visit us at  http://www.lehmers.com/ to find a make and model online!

Friday, May 4, 2012

2013 Buick Enclave

Posted by Lehmer's Concord Buick GMC on 12:37 PM

Buick has brought the Enclave a long way in 5 years: they've given the instrument panel a complete facelift and made room for the IntelliLink touch-screen interface top and center. As in Buick's sedans, a backlit ridge wraps smoothly around from door to door atop the dash, while trims and materials have been vastly improved.

TheCarConnection writes: GM hasn't completely carried over the exterior, though. It gets stronger detailing for 2012, with new LED accent lighting, running lamps, and taillamps, and the grille and front end have been given a look that's more in line with Buick's latest cars like the Verano sedan. New wheel designs as well as sharper exterior trims and new exhaust outlets that are integrated into the rear fascia altogether give the design a little more punch from the outside—even if it is essentially the same sheetmetal.

For more on this article, AND a video, click here!