2014 Custom Range Rover Sport Autobiography

We are excited to announce that we have one of the first 2014 Range Rover Sport Autobiographys in the U.S. available for rent!  Since we first released the news a couple of days ago, Range Rover aficionados, who know all about the creme de la creme Autobiography, WANT to get behind the wheel.  For the rest of the car lovers out there, we're getting a few questions as to what sets the Autobiography apart from the Range Rover Sport Supercharged which we've carried in our fleet for years.  Hope this helps...

 What does the Range Rover Sport Autobiography

Have over the Range Rover Sport Supercharged?

Range Rover Sport V8 Autobiography

Ø  21” Alloy Wheels

Ø  11 extra interior colors

Ø  Leather (center & lower dashboard, and airbag cover)

Ø  Heated rear seats and steering wheel

Ø  Front Cooler Box

Ø  Aluminum Gas & Brake Pedals

Ø  16 Way power memory seats

Ø  Auto dim exterior mirrors

Ø  Red SPORT and Silver Autobiography Badge

Ø  Top Speed 155 MPH

Ø  Red Brake Calipers

Ø  Contrast Roof with Body Colored Side Sills

Ø  Gloss Black Exterior Trim

Ø  Climate Comfort 4-Zone package

Ø  Blind spot monitor

Ø  Adaptive Headlamps with AHBA

Our newest Range Rover Sport Autobiography is also upgraded with these awesome packages....

 

Meridian Signature Audio Package

Ø  3 D Surround sound with 1700 watts

Ø  23 speakers

Ø  Subwoofer

Ø  Satelitte and HD radio

Additional Upgrades

Ø  Park Assist

Ø  Soft Door Close

Ø  5-2 Seating with Aux Rear Climate  

Ø  Indus Silver Contrast Roof

* Note on the Aluminum Body Construction - By utilizing 100% aluminum in the body and components, the new Range Rover's achieve a weight reduction of around 700 pounds.  This translates to a HUGH boost in performance over the previous generation's Range Rover. The aluminum in the body is 38% lighter than the steel body. 

Both the aluminum body Supercharged and Autobiography models achieve 5.0-liter V8 engine, 510 horsepower and 461 pound-feet of torque.  

The Range Rover Sport Autobiography is available for rent by the day/week and month.  For information or to make a reservation, please call 703-528-86661 or visit www.AdvanceCarRental.com

2014 Jeep Compass Latitude

A fleet of new 2014 Jeep Compass' has arrived at our offices from the Chrysler factory in Michigan.  These stylish all wheel drive SUVs seat 4 including the driver with cargo space in the back.  The rear seats fold down for greater storage flexibility.  Their compact size makes parking in tight spaces easy - especially useful in and around Georgetown and Adams Morgan.  With heated front seats, leather steering wheels and keyless entry, the Jeep Compass' combine comforts with efficiency at 28 mpg highway.  You can rent a Jeep Compass by the day, week or month, with mini-leases of up to one year available.  

Ahhhhh - that new car smell.  It's so wonderful to rent a vehicle that is brand new!  Remember - our entire fleet of vehicles is Smoke-Free for your enjoyment and good health.  If you are a smoker, please refrain from smoking in the vehicle as a $250 fee applies for violating this policy.  

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All Wheel Drive Vehicles for the Snow

Snow - Snow - Snow

The Washington DC Metro area is enjoying a snowy winter and driving in the snow means taking a few extra precautions.  If your car isn't quite up handling the road conditions, check out these all wheel drive vehicles in our fleet for rent:

SUVs
Jeep Compass
Jeep Grand Cherokee
Chevy Suburban*
Cadillac Escalade*
Range Rover Sport Supercharged*
Porsche Cayenne*

Sedans
Mercedes E350*
Mercedes S550*
Cadillac XTS*
BMW Lix M (the only 750 M Class for rent in the U.S.)*

All wheel drive vehicles give you extra forward traction and better handling in the snow. 
All vehicles include snow/ice scrapers which are yours to keep as our special thank you for renting with us.  *All of the high-end vehicles have heated leather seats for the driver and front passenger to make your winter driving experience more comfortable.  Remember to start the car and let it warm up before heading out.  Remove all snow from the roof, windshield, windows and side mirrors. Drive slow and brake with caution.

The 2014 Mercedes CLA has arrived!

The new Mercedes CLA250 is here!  After a 20 year reign of the darling baby of the Mercedes Fleet, the C class moves over to make room for her baby sister.  The CLA250 is a new line for Mercedes, slightly smaller and sportier than the C class with a different feel.  The 2014 models are the first year of production and have been arriving this past month to local dealerships.  We are pleased to offer the very first Mercedes CLA250 for rent in the Washington, DC metro area. With a full-length panoramic sunroof, leather heated front seats, top stitching, nav system, and so much more, this stylish 4 door is a joy to drive.  And is available at an affordable price point, by the day, week or month.  To reserve your dates, call us at 703-528-8661 today.  And enjoy the prestige, handling and performance that Mercedes-Benz is known for.  For rates, availability & more information, visit us online at www.AdvanceCarRental.com

 

Shop Small on Small Business Saturday

American Express is promoting their SHOP SMALL campaign which began two years ago.  Small Business Saturday is being held November 30, 2013.  

Look for the Shop Small decal in store front windows and be sure to use your American Express card for your purchases.  

Support your local, independent businesses by shopping local.  Founded in 1997, we proudly carry a fleet of luxury vehicles including Porsche, Range Rover, Mercedes, BMW and more.  We have two locations in Arlington and Tysons and provide delivery in the area.  

We proudly accept the American Express card and support SHOP SMALL.  

Thank you for visiting our blog.  For current fleet, rates and  availability, visit www.AdvanceCarRental.com

Fire on the Chesapeake Bay Bridge

After a lovely day of sailing on the Chesapeake Bay yesterday, we were heading back across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge (in one of Advance Car Rental's 2013 Dodge Grand Caravans) when smoke started blowing from the top of the bridge.  Not a good sign.  The cars in front of us were rushing to get across (they must have had previous experience with bridge closing delays).  Some cautious drivers pulled over before entering the bridge.  They got out of their cars, pointed to the smoke and chatted with each other.  We were about 10 cars away from the fire when blaring sirens came breezing past us in the far left lane.  First the fire truck.  Then the police.  Then another fire truck.  Then more police.  Traffic stopped.  The last little BMW zoomed on its way before the police blocked the rest of us from continuing.  We were 5 cars away.  We waited.  The bridge vibrated every time another fire truck passed.  We continued to wait.  The sailboats and motor yachts gathered on the waters below, enjoying a different vantage point of the fire.  The Carnival Pride cruise ship slowed as she approached the bridge. (The cruise line must have protocols in place against sailing under flaming bridges.)  The police walked down the center lane motioning to turn around.  Yes, one by one, cars began to do a u-turn on the bridge and drive back the way we had come.  The police left the large trucks and buses alone.  (The Dodge Grand Caravan maneuvered the u-turn with no problems.)  Traffic lined both sides of Rt. 50, trying to avoid the long back up which must have stretched for miles. We hung out at Hemmingways, sitting on the patio with everyone else, watching the smoking bridge.  Finally, hours later, they re-opened the bridge and we were good to go. 

So I think about those brave cars who saw the smoke, calculated the inevitable massive delay, and decided to keep driving as quickly as they could through the smoke to the other side.  Was it better to take your chances and drive over a smoking bridge, or was it better to be cautious, pull to the side and encounter a 3 hour delay?  Risk taker or conservative?  Smart or foolish?  Safe or reckless?   What would you do?

Do you like the BMW M class? 

We have the first 2014 750 Lix M in the DC area.  (And YOU can drive it.)

Daily, Weekly, Monthly rentals.

Visit us at www.AdvanceCarRental.com