Radiator Service and Engine Cooling

You may not realize that your vehicle engine can reach a scorching temperature of 2,000 degrees. As a consequence, you must make certain that your radiator and cooling system are in proper operating condition.

Part of the recurring maintenance associated with your radiator and engine cooling system is regular flushing. The manufacturer’s guide will make recommendations as to how frequently the cooling system needs to be flushed. In addition to regular flushing of the system, you also need to monitor coolant levels as well. Depending on how frequently you drive, checking coolant levels every couple of weeks is wise.

You can obtain service on your engine cooling and radiator system from our friendly team of service pros at Sun GMC of Nassau. Conveniently located in Wantagh, NY, we can schedule a service appointment for you that fits your schedule. This includes an engine cooling and radiator system flushing.

Tips to Protect your Car from Salt Corrosion

At Sun GMC of Nassau, we know that driving in winter can often lead to salt corrosion on your car. The salt that is used on roadways presents a real threat that can damage your car in a short period of time. Here are a few things you can do to protect your car from salt corrosion.

Removing the salt from your car quickly is key. You should wash your car thoroughly every few days if possible. Try to avoid going ten days or more without a wash in areas where road salt is used often. The key to washing your car is to do it during the day when the temperature is above 40 degrees. You can also avoid driving through deep snow.

We invite you to visit us here at our dealership in Wantagh, NY where we will be happy to share other tips that can help protect your car from road salt.

GMC Sierra 1500

Are you interested in the GMC Sierra 1500 in Wantagh, NY? This is a popular light-duty pickup truck at Sun GMC of Nassau that has an exterior design that provides you with noteworthy capability. Below you can check out a few exterior features of the Sierra 1500.

The Sierra 1500 features the GMC MultiPro Tailgate, which has six functions that make loading and unloading your cargo easier. This cutting-edge tailgate also makes it easier to access the cargo box. The Sierra 1500 offers an available MultiPro Audio System by Kicker. This is an exterior audio system that’s seamlessly integrated within the inner gate panel of the tailgate.

This truck sports large footwells in both corners of the rear bumper that have an anti-slip texture for safe and easy access to the cargo bed. The GMC Sierra 1500 comes with signature LED taillamps and LED headlamps for improved visibility, and the Elevation and SLT trims feature LED fog lamps.

GMC Certified Pre-Owned

If you are in the market for a car in Wantagh and want something that’s as good as new without the new car price tag, then a GMC Certified Pre-Owned vehicle may be the right choice for you.

One of the big drawbacks to buying a used car is not knowing what you’re going to get. But that’s not a problem with a GMC Certified Pre-Owned vehicle. All vehicles are thoroughly inspected and come with a 12-month, 12,000-mile comprehensive warranty, as well as the balance of a six-year, 100,000-mile power train warranty.

Another big benefit to buying a GMC Certified used car or truck is that any recalls for the vehicle will have been taken care of.

If you are in the market for a new car or truck and want new car quality at used car prices, come to Sun GMC and test drive a GMC Certified Pre-Owned vehicle.

GMC Sierra 1500

Good looks have always made the GMC Sierra 1500 a popular choice with light truck owners. LED lighting enables the Sierra 1500 owner to both see and be seen.

The LED headlamps offer a distinctive C shape around the exterior of the headlamp frame to provide maximum lighting function. The lighting configuration also makes the Sierra easier to be seen, both by oncoming traffic and those who just want a glimpse of a good-looking truck.

LED fog lamps are available on the Sierra Elevation and SLT trim packages. The GMC slogan, “Purpose meets style” is appropriate when describing this lighting. The LED fog lamps provide better vision in bad weather and make you noticeable to approaching vehicles. They look nice also.

At Sun GMC we know a visual inspection of the new Sierra 1500 will leave you smiling at its attractiveness. A test drive of the new Sierra 1500 will leave you pleasantly surprised at its features.

GMC Acadia

It’s hard to find a more popular midsize SUV than the GMC Acadia. Its quick acceleration with optional V6 engine suits families on the go, but its impressive tech and exterior features appeal to the auto enthusiast in everyone, including members of our Sun GMC team. Here are two exterior features we really like.

Rolling in Style

The GMC Acadia offers the options of 17-inch, 18-inch or 20-inch wheels offset by distinct chrome accents and the bold, classic GMC billet grille. Wraparound headlamps and a wraparound rear glass give the GMC Acadia an overall look of balance and luxury.

Energy Efficiency On or Off Road

When it comes to energy efficiency, the GMC Acadia is ahead of competition. The bulk of its exterior lighting is LED, including LED taillamps and LED daytime running lamps. LED emits more lumens per watt, extending bulb life and costing less money. Plus, GMC Acadia’s signature C-shaped projector-beam headlamps focus illumination over the widest, deepest area in front of you, helping you drive more defensively at night in Wantagh or elsewhere.

Your future GMC Acadia awaits you. Pop into our dealership today for a test drive.

GMC Sierra 2500 HD

Driving down the road in Wantagh, NY should be easy. When you want to focus on safety more effectively, the GMC Sierra 2500HD has the features that can help you. At Sun GMC of Nassau, we’ll show you everything that you need to know. One of the available features is a lane departure warning. This will tell you if you accidentally depart your lane without using a turn signal. Particularly if you have been on the road for a while and drift out of your lane, you can be made aware with a vibration in the steering wheel as well as visual and audible alerts. Another great safety feature for the GMC Sierra 2500HD is available front and rear park assist. Since this is a heavy-duty pickup, it may not always be easy to navigate into various parking spaces. However, sensors will provide you with the assistance that you need.

To truly stand out, a vehicle needs to include thoughtfully planned interior features that are actually useful for the rigors of your daily life in Wantagh, NY. At the same time, that vehicle needs to boast features that care for your comfort, ensuring you’re always recharged at your next destination. The GMC Yukon combines both comfort and quality to create an exceptional vehicle. When it comes to thoughtful details, the Yukon features an extra-wide center console that’s perfectly sized to hold a full-size laptop, protecting it from curious eyes that pass by. This console is even wide enough to hold hanging file folders, a true feat of organization that few vehicles can match. For comfort’s sake, an available heated steering wheel ensures you can always have nimble fingers to take on your next challenge, even on the coldest days. If you’re ready to experience this crossroads for yourself, stop by Sun GMC of Nassau to see all the ways that the GMC Yukon stands out.

GMC Yukon

One of the challenges that you are going to be faced with each time you want to buy a vehicle is whether or not you are going to have to go with a used or new vehicle. Fortunately, thanks to the GMC Certified Pre-Owned offer at Sun GMC of Nassau you do not have to feel as if you have to pay a fortune for a new vehicle in order to get something that is reliable.

One of the advantages that you can get from the certified pre-owned vehicle is that it has gone through a thorough inspection process by the company in order to make sure that it is going to perform well.

Detailed reports on the vehicle that is certified by GMC are also available in case you want to know all of the different aspects of the vehicle’s history. Knowledge is a very important part of keeping the vehicle working.

Our team at Sun GMC wanted to pass along some details about the popularity of the new GMC Acadia. This mid-size SUV comes equipped with some of the following.

The way that the Blind Spot Information system works is to alert you when there may be potential trouble on the highway. Take your new GMC Acadia out on the road and if another vehicle is in one of your blind spots, this feature recognizes the trouble and will start flashing a light on the side mirrors to get your attention to maintain your lane.

If you are driving an another vehicle or pedestrian suddenly appears in your path, you’ll be safer in your new GMC Acadia than you realize. Thanks to the Pre-Collision Assist feature, radars scan the road ahead and identify the potential for a crash, flashing you warning signs and then pre-charging the brakes so your ride is brought to a stop before the accident occurs.