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We at CMH Ford Pretoria had a fun and exciting April. Filled with a lot of hard work and events. We had 2 mall events one in Quagga Centre in the first week of April, and one in the third week of April at Wonderpark mall. Both of these events were a huge success with us receiving a lot of attention on the vehicles we had on display. Our third event was at Munies Pretoria Municipality Recreational club on Easter weekend. Where we were supporting their sporting events. Along with showing 4 different classes of Ford vehicles. And we would like to thank Munies for the invitation to come and show our vehicles. We would also like to thank Wonder Park Mall for inviting use to come and show a Ford Focus RS for the opening of the new The Fast and Furious film. It was a great experience for us as a dealer to showcase one of our top sports vehicles. And lastly, we had some great specials for the end of April, after the Easter weekend. We had a wonderful month as a dealer and would like to thank all our clients for making this possible.

CMH Ford Hatfield launched the all-new Ford Everest derivatives on the 7th of December 2016. The derivatives that have been added to the current line-up which includes the introduction of the XLS derivative along with the 2.2 TDCI engine across the XLS and XLT Range which is now available in Manual and Automatic. 2016 was a tough year in the motor industry, however, CMH Ford Hatfield's new car team achieved so many records such as the most units the dealership has ever sold, 1st in the country in CVP (Customer Satisfaction,) Top New car department in the whole of CMH “2 months running”. We believe in our products and with such a Great Team at CMH Ford Hatfield, our aim will always be to continue being 1st in the country for Customer Satisfaction. Steve Fraser was here for the Launch of the New Everest from Ford Credit and he discussed the new Ford options programme which we at CMH Ford Hatfield honestly believe is the future of all new vehicle financing. We had the honour of having an executive from Ford South Africa to do the unveiling of the New Everest. He also gave us insightful information on this special vehicle that is now being manufactured locally at the Silverton Factory. There was a fantastic and successful evening with a great turn out of customers for the launch where we provided them with Live Music, delicious food and beverages for all the CMH Ford Hatfield Customers

Owning a nеw саr is аlmоѕt еvеrуbоdу'ѕ dream. But оnlу a fеw реорlе can аffоrd tо buy a nеw car оn a саѕh bаѕiѕ. Fortunately, we at CMH Kempster Ford Hatfield have made car finаnсing rеаdilу available. As a rеѕult, more аnd more individuаlѕ have thе рrivilеgе оf оwning a nеw саr. Hоwеvеr, it iѕ nоt еаѕу tо ѕеlесt a саr, mаkе a рurсhаѕе, and then оbtаin саr finаnсing. Bеfоrе уоu head tо thе lосаl саr dеаlеr to buу the саr of уоur dreams, you have tо соnѕidеr a lоt оf thingѕ with rеgаrdѕ tо car finаnсing. You hаvе tо lооk intо your сrеdit ѕсоrе, соmраrе саr financing rаtеѕ, аnd gеt рrе-аррrоvаl for уоur саr finаnсing application. Yоur credit ѕсоrе has a lot tо dо with getting аррrоvеd car finаnсing bесаuѕе it rеflесtѕ your сrеdit worthiness. Thе lender will also look intо this when dеtеrmining уоur intеrеѕt rates аnd dоwn payment rеquirеmеntѕ. A credit score ranges from 300 tо 600. If уоur credit ѕсоrе iѕ аbоvе 600, уоu hаvе a vеrу gооd сhаnсе оf gеtting саr financing. However, if it is lоwеr than 600, уоu nееd to ѕреnd ѕеvеrаl months paying уоur billѕ аnd inсrеаѕing уоur сrеdit score ѕо you can qualify for finаnсing. Aftеr dеtеrmining уоur сrеdit ѕсоrе, you nееd to соmраrе rates such аѕ intеrеѕt fееѕ, fее structures, аnd dоwn рауmеnt rates. Diffеrеnt lеnding inѕtitutiоnѕ offer diffеrеnt rаtеѕ. Yоu ѕhоuld tаkе уоur timе еvаluаting еасh finаnсing option ѕо уоu can get thе bеѕt deal. After you have соmраrеd rаtеѕ аnd picked your finаnсing option, уоu саn gеt a pre-approval fоr саr financing. It is better thаt уоu have a pre-approved аррliсаtiоn bеfоrе уоu go tо the dеаlеrѕhiр ѕо уоu саn nеgоtiаtе if уоu have саѕh in hand. Thiѕ way, уоu may be ԛuаlifiеd tо rесеivе rеbаtеѕ and discounts. The above-mentioned statement is ideal if you are doing all the work yourself, but when you go through CMH Kempster Ford Hatfield’s F&I team, rate comparisons are done for you, and the response time is much quicker.

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• Futurе Savings Uѕing car financing ѕеrviсеѕ mеаnѕ thаt уоu саn buy a better car than you would оthеrwiѕе gеt. Clearly this lеаdѕ tо a niсе, warm, fuzzу fееling, but it’ѕ nоt juѕt the еmоtiоnаl satisfaction whiсh matters. Buying a cheaper car can be a false есоnоmу, еѕресiаllу if уоu’rе buуing uѕеd. By thе time уоu’vе spent money оn repairs down thе line, you may well have ѕреnt mоrе thаn уоu’ll end up рауing with саr finance. Buying a more еxреnѕivе саr mау also mean thаt you’re buуing intо futurе fuеl еffiсiеnсу, which аgаin, will save уоu money in thе long term. Invеѕting in a dесеnt саr through CMH Kempster Ford Hatfield can аlѕо be аn invеѕtmеnt in уоur оwn future. If you’re looking tо improve your саrееr fоr inѕtаnсе, уоu’ll bе bеttеr еquiрреd to travel or tо apply for jоbѕ over a wider gеоgrарhiсаl аrеа. • Bеttеr Budgeting Cаr finance is tурiсаllу еаѕу to аррlу fоr аnd a rерutаblе аgrееmеnt will ѕреll оut еxасtlу whаt iѕ expected оf уоu. You will оftеn knоw exactly hоw muсh уоu’ll bе рауing, еvеrу ѕinglе mоnth, whiсh mаkеѕ it much еаѕiеr tо budgеt уоur futurе expenses. This will also hеlр you nеgоtiаtе a finаnсе deal on уоur tеrmѕ, a сlеаr head when gоing intо аnу mееting will hеlр уоu get a dеаl thаt you knоw уоurѕеlf саn аffоrd. • Good fоr Yоur Credit History Car finance iѕ оftеn available еvеn if you have рооr сrеdit. However, if you’re trуing tо fix a less than stellar сrеdit history, or if уоu’rе juѕt ѕtаrting оut with сrеdit, hаving a ѕuссеѕѕful car finаnсе аgrееmеnt оn уоur сrеdit rесоrd iѕ a very gооd thing. INTRODUCING FORD OPTIONS THROUGH CMH KEMPSTER FORD HATFIELD Ford Options is tailored to suit you with your monthly repayments that are lower than your traditional payment options. This is how it works: - You get to choose a deposit that is right for you - We agree on monthly Repayments - The remaining portion is called a GFV (Guaranteed Future Value). This can be taken as CMH Kempster Ford’s guarantee that the value of your car will not fall below the agreed amount at the end of your Ford Options agreement. Every Ford Options packages is tailored to your personal needs and comes with built-in flexibility. To find out more about Ford Options, visit CMH Kempster Ford Hatfield today or call us on: 012 423 4300

We at CMH Kempster Ford Pretoria had an awesome January with a lot of sales done by The New vehicle department and Second-hand vehicle department. We sold a total of 95 vehicles in January with new vehicles selling 53 vehicles and the Used department selling 42 in total. We also had two displays set up one at Quagga Mall in Pretoria west and one at Wonderpark Mall. These two displays offered a great experience for our team and client with us offering some insight into the performance and technology of the Ford Mustang and RS. We also thought it would be a great match to show off the New 2.2 Everest paired with the Ford Ranger 2.2 Xl Auto double cab. All four of these vehicles received a lot of attention and kept our sales executives on their feet. We will be back at Quagga Mall in the 6^th of February and the 13th we will be back in Wonderpark mall. We are looking forward to be seeing all of our loyal and supporting customers again.

What made you decide to become a workshop manager? I’ve always had a keen interest in cars, because my brother had been in the trade and so I started working in the  motor industry right after school. It was Annemarie at Hatfield, where I previously worked, who suggested it to me... I asked her if there was anything else that I could still learn, because by that time I’ve already worked as a booking clerk, service advisor, warranty clerk, and in the parts department, so she enrolled me in the internal CMH cadet training to become a workshop manager. What do you enjoy the most about your job? I’m a people’s person, I love building relationships and bonding with people. I always put my clients first and they truly are very important to me. To recognise my clients, to bond with them, seeing them come back for their next service and staying loyal to our dealership, it really gives me that heart-warming feeling. What is your mission and vision for our workshop here at CMH Ford Pretoria North? My goal is to become a prime dealer. I really want this workshop to become the best and I want the staff members to be passionate, proud and ambitious about their work, and for us to really strive towards excellence. Have you ever felt like you should just give up, or has anyone pressured you to try something else other than working in a traditionally male-dominated industry? No, nobody ever told me to do something else. Everyone sometimes hesitates in life, but luckily I have my team and top technicians to assist me, each one of us has a role and a gap to fill and together we are one solid team. I also have my family who keeps on supporting me and most of them are in the motor industry so there is no chance of giving up! How does it feel to be among only a handful of women in the industry? It’s definitely a “WOW!” feeling. I think it’s fantastic that the head office of CMH actually promotes it. I believe we live in a world where times are changing and anyone can follow their dreams, it doesn’t matter who you are. I also worked for a female workshop manager, Jeanette, and I believe she is one of the best! Have there been any times when you have been questioned or ignored in your job just because you are a woman? Yes, I’ve experienced it before, but I won’t get offended in that kind of situations. I want my clients to be comfortable, happy, and for them to trust us, that is what service is all about at the end of the day. What words of advice can you give to women-up-and-comers in the industry? The women in the motor industry need to be “tough cookies”. If you look around in the dealerships you will notice that it is becoming more and more common to see woman working in this industry nowadays simply, because we can! Don’t ever give up, believe in yourself and don’t let anyone ever make you feel that you are not good enough.

With all the reports we have been receiving regarding the Ford Kuga catching fire,  all Ford Kuga owners were encouraged to bring back their vehicles to a Ford Dealership. It is with great pleasure to announce that the recall was a success we received more than 40 vehicles to be checked, most of them were given the clear and given back to their owners as they were certified safe to drive, each owner was given back not only the vehicle but a petrol slip and a clarity letter confirming the vehicle is roadworthy. CMH Kempster Ford Umhlanga is a Company that caters for its clients’ needs, and we are committed to deliver excellent customer service, which is why we went all out for those clients whose vehicles were to be kept for a longer period. We organised courtesy vehicles so they can stay mobile as that was our main priority. As CMH Kempster Ford Umhlanga we would like to thank all our customers who have been very supportive in working together with us.  We would like to encourage all customers to please come through to our dealership if they are having any problems with any of our vehicles and to Contact us on 0315386200 and asked to be put through our service department.

Clients were given the opportunity to test drive the Black and Yellow 5.0 L Level 3 Roush Performance Mustangs and were queuing and waiting in anticipation for their turn. While waiting they enjoyed boerewors rolls and cold drinks. Children were enjoying the jumping castle and Performance face stamps. The Stig was around and boy did the kids enjoy the excitement of having a Famous Race Car driver there ;-). We had a few antique Ford’s on display from the 1917 and 1971 such as the Model T Ford, Model A Ford, Ford Hotrod and Ford Thunderbird. The lucky draw took place at 12:30 and our winner was Mr Brink. He was overwhelmed with excitement when receiving his Ford Tog bag with loads of goodies inside. What an amazing and great event and day we had, we would like to thank Roush Performance who made the day possible, our loyal customers as well as Cars in the Park with their amazing display of antique Ford’s.

Over the course of 3 Months at CMH Kempster Ford Umhlanga, we have been asking our customers to complete an online survey and rate the service in our customer service department after they have had their vehicle serviced at our workshop. By completing our survey customers would stand a chance to win yourself a stunning Nespresso Coffee making machine valued at R5000. At the beginning of February our competition came to an end and we had a draw, our winner was randomly selected among over 1000 entries. We would like to Congratulate Mr Rivesh Rajbans for winning this amazing prize, We do hope that he will enjoy making delicious coffee for himself and his family, and we hope he will continue to support us as one of our loyal customers. We would also like to thank all our customers who showed interest in the competition and taking their time to complete the online survey. The feedback we have received has been humbling, and has got us as a company thinking about how we can make our service department better and efficient for everyone, because at CMH Kempster Ford Umhlanga creating happy and satisfied customers is our number one priority.

Ever wondered how dealerships have various brands, other than the brand they sell? Well, it’s simple, do you want to purchase a new vehicle but at the same time split ways with your current? That’s where we come in. We will then evaluate your vehicle and take it in as a Trade-in at the used car department. Here at CMH Kempster Ford Umgeni road, we have a large variety of stock to choose from, being it Brand new, demos or Pre-owned the choice is yours. Our stock consists of many, from Cars, vans, SUVs, all the way to Mini Buses. Our Vehicles are thoroughly inspected from Top to Bottom and go through various tests before getting sold just to ensure our customers get the best vehicle/service they could ask for. Our Aim here at the used car department is to get our customers into the best vehicle possible and give them the best trade in value so they have a joyful purchase. CMH Kempster is the largest Ford dealership in Durban not to mention the Oldest. Our current pre-owned office was once the main building when Ford first took over in 1962. Being it of that age and still up and running smoothly, you can have peace of mind knowing that you’ll have the best service at the time of your visit. So next time you’re out and about looking for a vehicle, give us a try and our staff will gladly assist you. Hope to see you soon. CMH Kempster is the largest Ford dealership in Durban not to mention the Oldest. Our current pre-owned office was once the main building when Ford first took over in 1962. Being it of that age and still up and running smoothly, you can have peace of mind knowing that you’ll have the best service at the time of your visit. So next time you’re out and about looking for a vehicle, give us a try and our staff will gladly assist you. Hope to see you soon.

With CMH running a limited time workshop special at our dealership, it’s only fair that you get to know who you will be dealing with when you come to service your car. Here is all you need to know about our department.  First things first, the service department is located on Hill street in Ferndale, Randburg. We are open from 7.00am to 5.00 pm Monday to Friday. Now that you know where we are here is a little bit about us. We have 2 service advisers Chimone & Ruan to help you get booked in and have the experts take a look at your car and give it the TLC it needs every now and again. Chimone has been at Ford Randburg for 8 years now and is a friendly service advisor with exceptional work ethic. Ruan has been at CMH Kempster Ford for 3 years and is courteous and there for all the customers to ensure your service booking goes off without a hitch. We value all our customers so our booking process is on a first come first serve basis. Here is why servicing your car with us is great You can book your service via our app. Yeah that’s right we have an app. Go to your playstore or iTunes search for CMH Kempster Ford and download. When you come through to our dealership you don’t have to worry about parking we have a place specifically reserved for our service customers. Our service reception offers a clean environment and has refreshments available for your convenience. We offer a courtesy drop off and pick up within a 10km radius. All you have to do is organise with one of our service advisers. We guarantee our service. We offer free WIFI. We are a Ford accredited dealer so you will not default on your service plan if you service with us. Our service advisers are here to give you correct information and on how often and when next to service your car. Every third month we run a draw and one of our service customers stand a chance to win a prize. To find out more about this and what kind of prize you could win. Just book a service with us. Be assured of our efforts to ensure ALL customers are completely satisfied.

A few weeks ago Laz Performance came to spoil us a bit with some of their pimped up and perfectly customised Ford vehicles. These models had what we will call the full package; it had the looks from the inside out, a lovely growl with powerful engines and high-performance qualities with superior handling all in one! There was a perfect model for everyone, from the off-road adventure seeker Ford Ranger to the adrenaline speed rushing Ford Mustang. This was a fun filled day for the whole family to enjoy at CMH Kempster Ford Pretoria North, not only were there these amazing Ford vehicles, but there were also some free boerewors rolls with cold drinks to enjoy, Ford clothing & accessories for sale for all the Ford fans out there and a jumping castle for the little ones. We were privileged enough to get to experience what it is like to drive in a Ford Mustang with one of their instructors, and boy what a thrilling, exciting experience it was! Starting with the premium and luxurious interior with seats so comfortable it will feel as if it was handmade just for you and even with a very powerful pull away, the seats really got your back with comforting support. The sound coming from this beauty is just such a pleasure for the ears, even before the speed rush begins your heart starts racing and from there the feeling just gets better and better and your smile wider and wider as he accelerates! We also have some great news for those of you who are in the market of buying a new Mustang… You will receive a free advanced driving course with the purchase of your Mustang to ensure that you enjoy your magnificent vehicle in the best possible way! For excellent service with a lovely cup of coffee, and incredible deals customised to fit your needs, come visit us at CMH Kempster Ford Pretoria North. We are conveniently located at 610 Steve Biko Road in Gezina, Pretoria or contact us on 012 404 9200.

The Ford Mustang - More than average

The Ford Mustangs have been regarded as legends and leaders in the auto motor vehicle industry. This motor vehicle is regarded as the landscape which has changed the evolution and the history of the Mustang to the next level. The new design is amazing and superb. As you enter the Mustang you can see its amazing leather seats and its awesome body interior. When you start the engine, one can hear its iconic GROWL, which just sends shivers up your spine. This fantastic ride makes your jaw drop and heads spin and not forgetting it is amazing and well improved aerodynamics found in this vehicle. This is a fantastic ride with extreme power and is mind blowing and out of this world. The view of this vehicle is extraordinary and captures eyes all around. The latest Ford Mustang offers style and dynamic performance. Whether one looks for comfort, style, luxury, sport or refinement the Ford Mustang suits people of all generations. Without a doubt Mustang owners are very compassionate when it comes to their vehicles. So what’s your take on the new Ford Mustang? Is this your cup of tea or would you prefer the older models of the Mustang?

Kempster Ford Pretoria celebrated another great year together at Munies Country Club. A BIG thank you to ALL the staff members who work like a well-oiled machine throughout the year to make it a successful and memorable 2016. A massive Thank you to Tewie Wessels, DP of Kempster Ford Pretoria, without him we would not be the great team we are today. Thank you Brigitte Botha for organising a night filled with good food, live music, dancing and celebrating with great people. We would also like to thank Munies for all their hard work in preparation with the food and presentation of everything it was a great night for all. We wish everyone a merry Christmas, happy new years and a safe return for 2017. May the New Year bring us all closer and stronger as a team to make it a memorable and successful one.

You may have read or heard on the news that Ford has had serious problems with the Ford Kuga 1.6. Over the past few weeks several Ford Kuga vehicles equipped with the 1.6l EcoBoost engine have caught alight. Ford’s investigation into a number of its Kuga vehicles bursting into flames on South Africa’s roads, it is not yet complete, but it believes that the fires may have been a result of engines overheating. We at Kempster Ford Umhlanga decided to do a call in Campaign and inspected over 25 vehicles, during the inspection we found a few to be faulty without wasting any time we then advised the owners of the vehicles of what needs to be attended to immediately. If you have purchased your Ford Kuga 1.6I Ecoboost from our CMH Kempster Ford Umhlanga dealership, and have not brought it in for inspection, please urgently contact us to book your vehicle in for a one-hour maintenance check, free of charge. As the leading brand in the industry We take the safety of our customers very seriously. Ford South Africa has also advised affected customers to contact their nearest Ford dealership to request a further check of the maintenance items, especially to check coolant system condition and integrity.

The all-new Ford Focus Rs is the definition of power. Ford's new offering in the sports car range. It has been ranked the best in its class for years. The hatchback has taken the 2.3L EcoBoost engine to a whole other level. Improvements have been made on the Ford Performance All-Wheel-Drive System where it intelligently distributes power for maximum benefit, in the front and back also as left and right. It also has four different driving modes including Track" and Drift1 to suit any road you are driving or any mood that you are in. You can bring out the sports maniac in you, thats if you have a need for speed. The vehicle is available for you today at CMH Kempster Ford in Randburg. You can take it for a test drive and get a feel of the vehicle. Its a head turner and you will not be disappointed. The interior of the car is immaculate. It has leather seats, a full loaded modern infotainment system. It has the usual extra such as blue tooth, aircon, power steering, mag wheels which you can get in two different options. Look no further for a modern bold Sports Car that will exceed your expectation.