Custom Stretch Power Wheels Jeep Brings Back Childhood Memories

Posted on May 30, 2012 by baysideadmin

When I was a kid, I was jealous of a neighbor kid down the street. He had a Power Wheels Jeep, one of those little drivable toy Jeeps you could get over at Toys “R” Us. I could have probably run faster than he could drive it, but it was still by far the coolest toy on the block.

I can only imagine what would happen if 5-year-old me could see what toy makers and car enthusiasts are making today.

Recently, a video of a tricked-out stretch Power Wheels Jeep has been making the rounds on YouTube. This miniature Jeep was equipped with a full stereo system with sub-woofers mounted on the back, an iPod plug-in next to the steering wheel, and a Phoenix Gold 800-watt 5-channel amplifier mounted to the front. It also has workable LED headlights and custom leather seats.

The custom job was done by Underground Autostyling, a custom auto shop in Florida. You can watch them show off the vehicle’s full features in the video below.

It is surprising how jealous I am over a car made for elementary school kids. I mean, I’m a grown up. I could buy a real Jeep if I wanted to. The good news for Underground Autostyling is that if I want their custom Power Wheels Jeep, then kids are definitely going to want it too. If these modified Power Wheels Jeeps take off, in a few years we could get a whole new generation of young Jeep fans itching to buy their first Wrangler.

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Building the Jeep Wrangler: A Look Inside

Posted on April 5, 2012 by baysideadmin

Jeep might have a rough-and-tumble public image to maintain, but there is careful craftsmanship put into their popular Wranglers. Last month, the official Jeep blog took a look inside the Jeep Wrangler Assembly Facility in Toledo, Ohio and saw how Wranglers come together.

The Toledo assembly facility is quite impressive. Every day, the 2,500 workers produce 720 Wranglers, and while the workers do have state-of-the-art equipment, there is quite a bit of work done by hand. For example, the plant’s quality specialist Diego pointed out, “The craftsmanship of a windshield – a machine just can’t do, so we do it by hand.”

Despite their high level of production, their assembly facility is working incredibly hard to keep up with demand for Jeep Wranglers. Currently, they are running at maximum capacity, but there are few complaints from Diego who quipped, “Not many people can say, ‘hey, I’ve got a problem, I can’t build enough cars.’” It is a testament to how popular the Jeep Wrangler has become in recent years and how many loyal fans come back to the Wrangler when shopping for a new car.

To see the full photo tour of the plant, check out the original story on the Jeep blog here, and keep up with the latest news from Jeep by following Bayside on Facebook and Twitter. You can also check out Bayside’s inventory of new and used Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and Ram vehicles on their website here.

Jeep Wrangler

Posted on January 16, 2012 by baysideadmin

According to Four Wheeler magazine, it’s the best 4×4 vehicle of the decade. To Cars.com it’s the best new car for off-roaders. It’s been awarded the top domestic brand residual value in 2010. One of the most iconic Jeeps on the market for its performance and look, the Jeep Wrangler is the perfect choice for anyone looking to take the road less traveled.
With the Jeep Wrangler you don’t have to choose between your favorite car and paying more for gas thanks to its 10 percent increase in gas efficiency. That’s going to come in handy when driving around with the 3.6 liter Pentastar V6 engine powering any drive on the back roads of America now with 40 percent more horsepower, 10 percent more torque, and 26 percent faster 0-60 mph. You can expect to be on the road more and in the station less with the new Jeep Wrangler.
It continues the iconic look incorporating it’s classic look of the seven slotted grille and round headlamps that the Jeep Wrangler is best known for. It’s also the only 4×4 on the market that is convertible with its open-air design, perfect for that jaunt out in the wilderness. It’ll be a smooth ride, the Jeep Wrangler is built with comfort in mind. The insides is lined with only the best of soft-touch materials allowing for a peaceful ride thanks for the vehicles improved NVH (Noise, Vibration, Handling). It also comes with audio controls right on the steering wheel, allowing easy access and control over the Infinity Premium Sound system that has seven speakers for giving the best possible listen to any radio station or song. When you add on the ability to have front seats, already decked out in leather trim, heated it’s just too hard to want to turn down.

According to Four Wheeler magazine, it’s the best 4×4 vehicle of the decade.

Jeep is proud about their 4WD in their car brands. To showcase just how proud they are of the quality, they have their own badge that is found on all of the 4x4s that pass every test they throw at them. It’s the Jeep Trail Rated badge and if it’s on the jeep, then be guarantee that it’s been rigorously tested to be approved. In order to get that badge it must pass in the following categories:
・   Articulation
・   Maneuverability
・   Water Fording
・   Ground Clearance
・   Traction
This is where the Wrangler really gets to show off it’s stuff. It has the most traction of any Wrangler EVER. Best in class water fording capability (which is up to an astonishing 30 inches of water). Best in class ground clearance and even best in class turning diameter. That’s a lot of best in class wins for the Wrangler and it comes for a reason.
Moving on to the engine of this amazing machine, it’s all about the 3.6L Pentastar V6. With the ability to deliver 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, you’d expect it to have to come at a cost. Not really, in fact, this engine offers an improvement in the fuel efficiency, giving up to 21 miles per gallon on that venture out to the Adirondacks for the weekend. It comes with two options for the transmission, the first being a five speed automatic and the other being a six speed manual transmission.
A Jeep this good makes sure to maintain that quality it brags about all the way into the protection it offers the driver and any passengers. A prime example of the lengths Jeep goes to make you safe and sound is the sports bar that uses high strength steel to improve the side impact performance as well as control when at highway speeds. The airbags that the Wrangler has is multistage for both the driver and front passenger. There is also side supplemental airbags. For even more peace of mind, there are available seat mounted side airbags that deploy from the outboard side of the seat that enhances the protection for the head and thorax should a side impact occur. In all, Jeep earns it’s bragging rights with the quality of the drive and the safety that it ensures anyone driving or riding.

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