Did you know Chevy offers several special editions of the beloved Silverado? These editions offer amazing features that make your driving experience even better.

The first of the special editions is the Rally version. The Silverado Rally 1 Edition sports racing stripes on hood and sides of the truck as well as 20″ black wheels. Available on a Custom model with Double Cab. Rally 2 Edition includes 20″ gloss black wheels, 4″ round assist steps. Available on LT Z71 models with Double Cab or Crew Cab

Silverado and Silverado HD Midnight Editions
Take on the night in the Silverado and Silverado HD Midnight Editions. With the Z71 Off-Road Package, these dependable trucks perform as aggressively as they look. Bold Black accents command attention, and features like off-road Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac® off-road tires let you make your own rules.

• Black 18″ wheels
• Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac® off-road tires
• Black bumpers and grille
• Black Chevy bowtie emblems
• Bigger, bolder Z71 badging
• Standard spray-in bedliner

Realtree EditionChevrolet teamed up with Realtree® to build the ultimate truck for outdoor enthusiasts. The Silverado Realtree® Edition† features a Black exterior as the backdrop for Realtree® exterior graphics. From nearby lakes to the far edges of the woods, this truck is wired for the wild.

• Available on 1500 Crew Cab LTZ
Z71 models
• Embroidered head restraints
and camouflage accents
• Black leather-appointed interior
• Rancho® shocks
• Realtree® exterior camouflage graphics package
• Black exterior with blacked-out
Chevy bowtie emblems
• Black Off-Road Assist Steps
• Bigger, bolder Z71 badging

Custom Sport HD Edition
This is sophistication – on the road or off. Silverado Custom Sport Edition is class all the way, whether you choose Black or Summit White. Chrome accents and body-color grille and bumpers add a distinctive touch to this premium special edition.

• Available on 2500 Crew Cab LT
and LTZ models
• 20″ polished-aluminum wheels
• Body-color grille and bumpers
• Chrome door handles and
mirror caps
• Chrome bodyside molding
• Front and Rear Park Assist
• Spray-in bedliner

 
Special Ops Edition

The Special Ops Edition features naval inspired graphics with black accents, and sport accessories. Chevrolet has partnered with the Navy SEAL Museum in Fort Pierce, Florida in helping the families of fallen, injured, and active duty military through their efforts with Trident House Charities Program.
• Available on Silverado 1500 WT Double Cab model
• Includes 1WT Blackout Edition content
• 20″ Black Aluminum Wheels
• Deep-tinted windows
• Black Bowties
• Unique Naval Inspired Graphics
• Bed-mounted Sport Bar with Special Ops signature
• Sport Assist Steps
• All-terrain tires
• Spray-in bedliner

Black Out Edition

Who knew black could get this much attention? Meet the Silverado Black Out Edition. The 20″ Black-painted wheels and a blacked-out Chevy bowtie badge give this truck a rebellious look, while standard deep-tinted rear windows take stealth to the next level.
• Available on 1500 Regular Cab and Double Cab WT models
• Black 20″ wheels
• Black Chevy bowtie emblems
• Black grille and headlamp bezels
• Deep-tinted windows

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Fall weather can mean rainy days and cooler nights. Taking time to maintain your vehicle makes a huge difference and can prevent additional repairs down the road. Ever stepped on the gas and felt the tires spin?
It’s definitely time for some TLC as October is Fall Car Care Month.
Special attention should be paid to the tread on your tires, especially for the gray, rainy days that often occur this time of year. Without sufficient tread depth, your vehicle can’t properly grip the road. Under wet weather conditions, insufficient tread depth can cause a vehicle to hydroplane – skim over the surface of the road with little or no traction, which can lead to a crash. So check your tread. All you need is a Lincoln penny.

1. Insert Abe’s head into the tread in a couple of spots on each tire. If you can see the entire top of his head, your tread is less that one-sixteenth of an inch deep – below the level where you can count on it in slippery conditions. It should be replaced.
2. When the tread is worn down to 2/32 of an inch, tires must be replaced.
3. All tires have “wear bars,” which are small, raised bars of rubber in the groove that indicate when tires are worn out. If your tread is worn down to the wear bars, it’s time for a new tire.

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Back to School season is here and with it a flurry of activity to establish a routine that works with everyone’s schedule. Supplies have been bought, clothes tried on and it’s time to drive the kids to school each morning.
Back to school also means more drivers on the road with potential traffic slowdowns and mishaps. We can’t predict gridlock patterns but you can take care of your vehicle with these maintenance tips.

Battery back-up
Batteries should be replaced every three to five years. If your car has trouble starting or the electrical system (headlights, radio, wipers) is on the bum, the battery or alternator could be the problem.

Tired tires
Underinflated tires affect safety and impact fuel economy, and will shorten their life. Check pressure regularly. Tip: The correct pressure is shown on a sticker in the driver’s side door or glove box and in the owner’s manual-not on the tire.

You also need to check tire treads to ensure they have enough life in them. If you see any uneven wear, get them checked as soon as possible. You must have 2/32-inch tread on the tires, which you can check by placing a penny into several tread grooves across the tire. If part of Lincoln’s head is always covered by the tread, you have more than 2/32-inch of tread depth remaining. You must have at least 2/32-inch tread on the tires, although 4/32 inch of tread is even better. To check for 4/32, do the same thing, except use a quarter and see if the tread touches Washington’s head. Don’t forget to check your spare monthly, too!

Fluid fill up
Monitoring your car’s fluid levels is one of the best things you can do to maintain your vehicle. Your owner’s manual outlines the location of each of these fluids, even though most reservoirs are labeled. Make sure the vehicle is parked on a level surface and the engine is cool.
Engine oil or transmission fluid is checked with level-indicating dipsticks. Power-steering and brake fluids usually are contained in level-marked reservoirs. When it comes to wiper fluid, just fill it up to the line and check every time you stop at a gas station.
Use extra caution when checking coolant level. Follow the instructions in your owner’s manual and adhere to the warning labels under the hood. Ideally, you’ll be able to look through the side of the coolant overflow tank and not have to open the tank itself. Never, ever open the radiator cap if the car has been driven within the past several hours. The fluid contained in a radiator can become extremely hot and scald flesh.
While you’re under the hood, always check for loose wires or connections, worn or exposed wires, or loose or warped belts. All need to be replaced sooner rather than later.

Emergency kit
Accidents happen, but are you prepared? Pack an emergency kit so you’re well-prepared for almost anything.
Kit basics include:
• flashlight
• first-aid kit
• warning light
• hazard triangle or flares
• spare fuses
• $20 in small bills and change
• tire-changing jack
• lug wrench

Stay safe on the road this season and if you aren’t a do-it-yourselfer our service team can help you with these maintenance tips.

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The Camaro legend was born Sept. 29, 1966 when GM introduced it’s answer to Ford’s popular Mustang. The Camaro was designed to bring the sports car driving experience to the average driver. The first Camaro went on sale in September 1966 with a base price of $2466. The base engine was a 230-cubic-inch (3.8-liter) straight-six rated at 140 gross horsepower. The option list was long and included four different small-block V-8s and two big-blocks. The top choice was the 375-hp, 396-cubic-inch (6.5-liter) L78 big-block.

The Camaro is all American Muscle and has been featured in several movies over the years. Here is a list for Camaro enthusiasts where the Camaro was featured. Whether a getaway car or a car -to- robot, the Camaro has made its mark on the silver screen.

1. Christine
2. Better Off Dead
3. Cop and a 1/2
4. Transformers
5. Transformers 2 & 3
6. Fast & Furious
7. 2 Fast 2 Furious
8. Aloha Bobby & Rose
9. Tuff Turf
10. A Walk to Remember
11. Body Double
12. Once a Thief
13. Executive Target
14. Remember the Titans
15. After the Sunset
16. The Other Side of the Tracks
17. Fast Times at Ridgemont High
18. El Cartel
19. Summer of Sam
20. Brewster McCloud
21. Eat My Dust
22. Six Pack
23. The Gumball Rally

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F.H. Dailey Chevrolet has compiled this list of top attractions in the San Leandro area. Read on for more adventures!

Marina Park
Located off Monarch Bay Drive near Fairway Drive, this 30-acre regional park that borders the beautiful San Leandro Shoreline. Amenities include picnic areas with barbecue grills, play apparatus, three newly renovated large group picnic areas, a large grassy area and a mile-long par course.
Picnic areas at this park are available for reservation from April 1 through October 31.

 Monarch Bay Golf Club
Set just feet from the San Francisco Bay in San Leandro, California, Monarch Bay Golf Club provides magnificent course conditions and stunning views of the Peninsula and the San Francisco skyline, making it one of the best values in the Bay Area. Monarch Bay Golf Club offers a challenging and memorable 18-hole links course as well as the fun and entertaining Marina Course, a 9-hole executive course. The 7,015-yard par 71 championship John Harbottle design features six distinct tees, allowing players to set their own challenge based on their level of play; all surrounded by a stunning natural environment only a links-style course can provide.

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Hitting the open road is one of summer’s greatest pleasures. So buckle up, roll down the windows, and hit the gas—America awaits. Here are the 10 best, most adventure-packed road trips in the country as noted by Outside magazine.

Eureka, California, to Coos Bay, Oregon
Soak in the Pacific on this 250-mile trip from Eureka to Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area—it’s every bit as stunning as California’s iconic Highway 1, but without the crowds.

Southern Colorado Loop
Bomb down epic singletrack, play in Class IV whitewater, and take in Colorado’s famous 14,000-foot vistas on this 500-mile multisport tour of a lifetime.

Grand Canyon, Arizona, to Moab, Utah
Hit six classic national parks in a ten-day, 862-mile epic through the best canyons in the Southwest.

Jackson, Wyoming, to Glacier National Park, Montana
See the country’s most iconic wildlife and mountains at five stunning national parks along this 600-mile route.

Kenai Peninsula, Alaska
Forge your way through 495,000-acre Chugach State Park and the 1.9-million-acre Kenai National Wildlife Refuge on a 500-mile pilgrimage through the Last Frontier.

Olympic Peninsula loop, Washington
Get soaked on this 550-mile journey past 73 miles of Pacific coastline, dozens of whitewater rivers, and a temperate rainforest in a million-acre national park.

The Big Island loop, Hawaii
Play in the waves and summit a snow-covered volcano in the same day on this 300-mile tour of paradise.

Las Cruces, New Mexico, through West Texas
Explore the biggest, starkest landscapes in the country on this 950-mile, ten-day adventure.

Duluth, Minnesota, to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Michigan
Get your fill of Lake Superior views on this 550-mile, five-day tour through prime hiking and biking country.

New Orleans, Louisiana, to Apalachicola, Florida
Gorge yourself on this 425-mile seafood tasting menu, with plenty of opportunities to surf, kayak, or hang out on the beach along the way.

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Spring is here and this is a good time to tune up your ride after the winter weather in the Bay area. This is the prime time to give your car some TLC after the miles commuting to work and around town in winter weather.
To get started, the ASE (National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence) recommends a complete spring maintenance check to help minimize major part replacements and limit future car expenses. If you have any questions regarding these tips, the mechanics at F.H. Dailey Chevrolet are available to field your questions.

1. Remove Left Over Salt With A Thorough Exterior Cleaning
Road salt used to melt ice and snow is damaging to your car’s undercarriage; it is also harmful to your vehicle’s paint finish. Ensure your car or truck receives a thorough exterior cleaning every spring to remove salt, sludge and dirt from the roads. A simple wash and wax can go a long way; a full auto detailing service will go even farther.
2. Check Alignment and Suspension
Winter weather creates potholes in roads; driving over potholes strains your vehicle’s alignment and suspension, which means it’s a good practice to check both the alignment and suspension of your vehicle if your winter excursions were bumpy rides. Have hard starts, rough idling, stalling, etc. corrected before warmer weather sets in.
3. Hoses and Belts
Transitioning between freezing temperatures and extremely hot temperatures causes engine hoses and belts to expand and contract. Check to ensure no cracks or tears were created during winter. If cracks or tears exist, replace the belt or hose as soon as possible. The tightness and condition of belts, clamps, and hoses should be checked by a qualified auto technician.
4. Check Tire Pressure, Tire Wear and Rotate Tires
Similar to the hoses and belts check – tires expand and contract in changing temperatures. The rubber can become weathered, cracked and worn down in winter weather – sometimes causing tires to wear unevenly, lose air and make them prone to damage. Blowing a tire on the highway is no fun; replacing a blown tire with a spare is even less fun. Completing a simple tire check in spring will help you avoid future tire trouble and consistently rotating tires extends the life of the tire.
5. Check Auto Fluids
In addition to the above auto maintenance checks, it’s good practice to always check auto fluids. Oil should be changed every three to five thousand miles. Anitfreeze, brake fluid, transmission fluid, power steering fluid and windshield washer fluid should also be replenished and flushed on a case by case basis. Flush and refill the cooling system (radiator) according to the service manual’s recommendations. The level, condition, and concentration of the coolant should be checked periodically.

Feel free to reach our service team at 866-649-8676 if we can be of any assistance. View our Service Coupons here.

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You’re ready to start car shopping. Great! We hope to make the process a bit easier and part of your next steps may include trading in your current car.
The team at FH Dailey Chevrolet in San Leandro, California has encountered several questions from our customers about what to do before you trade in your car. This post is a great starting point to catch up on tips before you make that trade.

1) Repairs: Should you repair a vehicle before showing it to a dealer? Dealers are in the business of cars and therefore, have the ability to make mechanical or cosmetic repairs more reasonably than a consumer. Trading the vehicle in “as is” condition also allows the dealer to decide what needs to be done and to control the quality of the repair. There is little chance you would recoup the cost of last minute repairs, so you are much better off letting the dealer be responsible for them.

2) Detailing: Should you clean a car before showing it to a dealer? This is not as clear-cut as it might seem. Most cars will clearly benefit from an interior cleaning. Exterior cleaning is a different story and depends largely on the extent of flaws (primarily dings and scratches) around the vehicle. Exterior dirt and dust can hide many of those flaws. One popular story in the wholesale business tells of a dealer who cleans the exterior of a car, sees the true condition of the paint underneath, and says, “I just washed $500 worth of dirt off that car!”

3) Previous Paintwork: Paintwork, especially of poor quality or on an expensive vehicle, can significantly devalue a vehicle. Sometimes a wet-sanding (check with a body shop) can improve the look of paintwork, especially if the paint problem is primarily related to the texture of the paint. Dirt can also hide paintwork and may be another good reason for not cleaning a vehicle (see #2).

4) Same-Make Dealer: It is often useful to have your vehicle appraised by a dealer who sells the same vehicle new, especially if it is something he might want to stock for retail. If he were to consider stocking your trade-in for his retail lot, he is likely to offer more for it when he appraises it. If nothing else, his appraisal may be useful in negotiation with other dealers.


5) Your Own Expectations: Before visiting a dealer, be sure you have a sense of what your vehicle is worth. Showing up with a realistic expectation will help you and the dealer strike a deal that satisfies you both.

These are some of the things you should consider before trading in your car. We know our customers look to FH Dailey Chevrolet for guidance and checking our values before visiting their dealers. We’re here to help answer any questions you may have.

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Our customers come first. They have for more than 100 years.

There is no other Chevrolet dealership in the Bay area with our longstanding history of treating customers like family. F.H. Dailey. We’ve served generation after generation since Mr. F.H.Dailey opened his first dealership in 1910. Soon after, he chose to sell Chevrolets and we’ve been holding to that family tradition ever since. The 3rd generation of Dailey’s still hold ownership and are dedicated to maintaining the honesty and integrity F.H. Dailey is famous for.

After selling Chevrolet vehicles for more than 100 years, we know what’s important. We could not have lasted this long without our customers. We treat our customers with the utmost respect and that’s why they and their children and their children’s children continue to come back to us for all their automotive needs.

We’ve seen a lot of dealerships come and go through the year. We know that treating you right and making sure you drive away happy is our biggest strength. So if you’re looking for a new Chevy or a used vehicle, we look forward to serving you. We’ve usually got around 400 new and used vehicles on our lot at any given time so we’re sure to have the selection you need to find the best vehicle for you.

Plus, when it comes time for service and maintenance, we’ve got a huge service center with 28 Service Bays to help you get in and out as quickly as possible. Whether you need routine maintenance like an oil change or tire rotation or if you need a more serious repair, our certified technicians will take the greatest care of your vehicle and help you get back on the road safely and quickly. If your service could take a while, we’ll give you a ride to your home or office or we’ve got rental cars available too.

No matter what you need, F.H. Dailey’s friendly and knowledgeable staff will go above and beyond to help you. Like our customers, many of our staff members have been with us for decades now. We have a passion for helping our customers find their dream cars and we’d love to help you.

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