If there is one rule that car companies almost always respect, it’s that you just don’t mess with success. The 2010 Jeep^® Wrangler is one of the purest interpretations of the original spirit that has made Jeep the preferred off-road chariot for over 60 years. In celebration of Wrangler’s continued ability to conquer even the toughest trails, the brand has come up with the 2010 Jeep Wrangler Islander, a special edition of the already fantastic Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited Packages.

The 2010 Jeep Wrangler Islander (two-door MSRP $25,220) immediately sets itself apart from the standard edition of the Wrangler thanks to its special paint choices. With colors like ‘Surf Blue,’ this tropical color brings to mind the endless expanses of blue ocean that serve to center the Islander Package from a stylistic perspective. The Islander is also available in black, Stone White and Bright Silver finishes. Beefy 32-inch off-road tires mounted on 17-inch wheels give the Wrangler Islander an attitude adjustment suitable for tearing across ocean dunes.

Further setting the Islander apart from other Jeeps is the Islander decal emblazoned on its hood. Preceding the word ‘Islander’ is a ‘Tiki Bob’ island statue sticker, and underneath is a small globe decal with the following coordinates listed: 21 degrees North, 157 degrees West. Give up? If you dig out your atlas, you’ll find that those numbers will lead you directly to Oahu, Hawaii, firmly tying together the Wrangler Islander’s beach theme.

The Islander’s unique looks continue inside where each seat receives an attractive Surf Blue-colored insert, complete with special stitching. The rest of the seat is framed in black fabric with Tiki Bob logos embroidered proudly in orange. The Wrangler’s steering wheel features leather wrapping with Surf Blue stitching along the inside, and Mopar accessory rubber slush mats help to keep the sand and surf off the Jeep’s floorboards. Special sidesteps also make it easier to get up off the beach and into the Islander’s cockpit at the end of the day. The Islander is capped off with a standard soft top or an available three-piece hardtop, both of which can be removed to let in the tropical sunshine. Features such as air conditioning, speed control and a full-length floor console add to the comfort factor inside the passenger compartment.

Mechanically, the 2010 Jeep Wrangler Islander shares the same stout drivetrain found in other editions of the popular off-road warrior. Under the hood, the Wrangler Islander makes use of a 3.8-liter V6 engine that generates 202 hp and 237 lb/ft of torque. A standard six-speed manual transmission routes this power to all four wheels through the Command-Trac^® Shift-on-the-Fly four-wheel drive system. This system includes a low-range gear ratio that can make short work of the toughest of obstacles that might be encountered when motoring along the water’s edge. A four-speed automatic transmission is also available.

Furthering the Wrangler Islander’s off-road credentials is a host of under-body armor that is meant to protect components, which are most likely to be in harm’s way when driving over rough terrain. This armor includes three-millimeter-thick steel skid plates to cover the transmission oil pan, the transfer case and the fuel tank and there are solid axles both front and rear in order to withstand even the hardest impacts and specially strengthened driveshafts that can handle the abuse doled out by a day on the trail.

The Jeep Wrangler Islander also benefits from Electronic Stability Control and All-Speed Traction Control, both of which seek to minimize wheel spin and keep the Islander pointed in the direction you intended, whether on the road or off. Electronic Roll Mitigation, which keeps the Wrangler from tipping during hard corners, and Hill Start Assist, which stops the vehicle from rolling backward when starting on a steep incline, are also included as standard equipment. In effect, the Wrangler Islander marries the tried and true toughness of traditional Jeep construction with modern computer controls to give the vehicle an extra performance edge.

The 2010 Jeep Wrangler Islander is a unique and fun special edition of a sport utility vehicle that has become an American icon.

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2007 Mazda MX5 Miata $17,613.00

Talk about some excitement!!!! If you’ve been thirsting for the perfect, dealer maintained 2007 Mazda Miata, well stop your search right here. Must see to be appreciated!!!! This convertible has been meticulously cared for, inside and out. It runs perfect, looking like is was always properly maintained and garaged. You’ll want to be sure and take note of the included Convenience Package, Power Door Locks, Steering Wheel w/Audio & Speed Controls, Cruise Control, and Clear-Lens Halogen Fog Lights. Buy safe, Buy smart, Buy from O’Daniel Auto Mart!!!!

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With nice weather upon us, a day of roller coasters, cotton candy, arcade games and fun-filled song and dance acts are worth the drive. Seems no matter where you are, whether you’re looking for big thrills or pint-sized fun, there’s a perfect theme park getaway nearby.

Just north of Chicago, in Gurnee, Illinois, Six Flags Great America and Hurricane Harbor offer the ultimate in spills, thrills and chills – including seven miles of roller coaster tracks winding their way up and down, upside down and sideways. There’s Batman the Ride, with its inverted outside loops; The Dark Knight, a Superman-themed ride that sends you hurtling through space in total darkness; and the classic wooden roller coaster, the American Eagle. If slow and steady is more your speed, enjoy the Scenic Railway. Visit Wiggles World and Camp Cartoon, where little ones are king. And be sure to take a break to enjoy the Looney Tunes Dance Off and dazzling nighttime Glow in the Park Parade. As the weather gets warmer, Hurricane Harbor becomes the cool place to hang out. There, you can splash around to your heart’s content in the wave pool and lazy river. There are water slides, rafts and a true water playground, Skull Island. For hours and admission price information, visit www.sixflags.com/greatamerica.

Between Chicago and Indianapolis, on Indiana’s Lake Shafer, Indiana Beach “Amusement Resort” offers old-fashioned entertainment and attractions against a picturesque lake setting. You can even camp right on site! Bumper cars, a paddle-wheel boat, miniature golf and a video arcade combine with a water coaster, haunted castle and thrilling ski and dive shows to create a unique and entertaining weekend. For complete details, visit www.indianabeach.com.

Further south, in Santa Claus, Indiana, it’s Christmastime year-round––at Holiday World! Here, you’ll find the world’s longest water coaster, “Wildebeest,” with one-third mile of drops—including one that’s four stories long. And Pilgrim’s Plunge is the world’s tallest water ride with boats that plummet over 130 feet into the water below. Talk about making a splash! For the kids, there are boats, cars, planes, trains and a merry-go-round. Grownups will enjoy steep thrills on the Wooden Voyage Roller Coaster. And everyone can cool off at the Splashin’ Safari water park with its wave pool, Congo River, slides and tube rides. For details, visit www.holidayworld.com.

So, get out your comfy shoes and fanny pack, pack a bathing suit and towel and don’t forget a hearty appetite for funnel cakes and lemonade. Because when Summertime arrives, it’s time to get in line for the unique brand of fun you can only find in an amusement park.

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The front grille of the 2010 Mazda CX-9 “crossover” utility vehicle is new, but the goodness of the fun-to-drive and spacious seven-seater stays the same. The CX-9 is Mazda’s largest crossover, and it comes in three versions: Sport, Touring, and Grand Touring. All three are powered by a quick-revving 3.7-liter V6 that makes 273 hp, yet the CX-9 returns up to 22 mpg on the EPA highway test. The CX-9 feels lively during acceleration, which is much of the reason it has gained a reputation among experts as one of the most fun vehicles with three rows of seats.

All three versions of the CX-9 are also available with all-wheel drive, and come standard with a six-speed automatic transmission with a manual shift feature. So equipped, the CX-9 gets from zero to 60 mph in about 7.5 seconds. The transmission shifts smoothly and quickly, without delays from either the manual controls or from tapping the accelerator pedal to downshift. There’s more fun: The handling is surprising for a seven-seat vehicle, with quick steering, a small turning circle, and grippy tires. Backroads are to be enjoyed in the CX-9 as much as long highways. Complementing this behavior is a driver’s seat that feels more like a sedan’s bucket seat than a utility vehicle’s taller chair. This car-like attribute adds to the enjoyment of driving the CX-9, even without a full load of people.

For 2010 there are newly styled, optional leather seating surfaces, while the CX-9 keeps its logically arranged dashboard controls and instruments. The available navigation system can now display the view from the optional rearview camera. Getting into the second and third rows of seats is easy due to wide-opening rear doors, and the second-row seats slide rearward and recline, making them an ideal place for large adults. The third row of seats is easy for adults to enter and exit because of the clever way the second-row seats fold and slide.

The $29,385 Sport model comes with privacy glass, 18-inch alloy wheels, rear spoiler, Bluetooth, tri-zone climate controls and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with cruise and audio controls. The Touring version adds heated mirrors, leather upholstery for the first two rows, auto-off headlights and the availability of some optional equipment. The Grand Touring edition upgrades to 20-inch wheels, HID Xenon headlights, fog lights, keyless ignition and entry, driver-seat memory, storage for the second-row armrest and “theater” illumination inside.

A sunroof and a Bose audio system are available, as is a quick-moving power liftgate. The rearview camera with a rearview mirror display is also available, as is remote engine starting. For long trips with antsy kids, there’s also a rear-seat audio and video system with separate inputs. The kids will also be well-protected, since the CX-9 comes with active features such as emergency brake assist for panic stops, stability control for slippery conditions, and a rollover mitigation system. There’s also an available blind-spot warning system that will alert the driver if it is not safe to change lanes. Front seaters are protected by side airbags, and side-curtain airbags extend to all three rows of seats.

The 2010 Mazda CX-9 is slightly more refined, yet it keeps all the traits that make it one of the most fun crossovers of any size to drive.

Can you say SUMMER!!!!! Come on and have some fun in the sun!!! This Eclipse convertible is sharp!!! Stop in today or give us a call, we will be more than happy to schedule a test drive. Thank you again for choosing O’Daniel Ford!!!!