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Whether you’re looking for LOW KMS or all theWhether you’re looking for LOW KMS or all the bells and whistles, we have the right truck forbells and whistles, we have the right truck for

you!‘09 F150 Crew 4WD, XTR, red, 5.4L auto, sat. radio, max tow, sync, brake control, 94546 kms .....$29,950

‘09 F150 Crew 4x4, XLT/XTR, blue flame, 3.55 LS, trailer tow, chrome step bars, keypad entry, pwr drivers seat, 5.4L, 6 spd auto, 119200 kms .....$24,900

‘09 Ranger Supercab FX4, 4X4, black, black cloth interior with red inserts, sliding rear window, CD, trailer tow, a/t/c/pw/pl, 39447 kms ...................$21,900

‘08 F450 CR 4WD, Lariat, 6.4L, 5 spd auto, diesel, cab steps, chrome grill, trailer tow mirrors, privacy glass, sliding rear window, leather, pwr seats, heated seats, A/C, off road package, moonroof, 6 disc CD, adj. pedals, upfitter switches, new winshield, new tires .........................$36,900

‘08 F150 XLT, stone green, 5.4L, auto, XTR pkg, pwr seat, trailer tow, 5.5’ box, a/t/c/pw/pl, 73463 kms .........................................................................$25,900

‘08 F150 S/cab 4x4, XLT, 5.4L, trailer tow, reverse sense, p seat, fog lamps, r/boards, silver, 97001 kms .........................................................................$23,950

‘08 F150 Crew Cab XLT, 139” WB, 5.4L auto, dark grey/flint, captain chairs, 3.73 LS, XTR pkg, trailer tow, keypad entry, 77035 km, + PST ............$27,500

‘08 Ranger S/cab, 4X4, XLT, 4.0L, auto, blue, charcoal grey interior, a/t/c/pw/pl, am/fm/CD, sat. radio, step bars, pwr sliding rear window, 112233 kms ........................................................................$15,900

‘07 F150 S/C 4X4, XLT/XTR, black, 5.4L, trailer tow, keypad entry, fog lamps, 54126 kms ...............$22,450

‘06 Chev Avalanch Z71, blue, 5.3L, grey cloth, a/t/c/pw/pl, pwr seat, OnStar, tonneau cover, trailer tow, bug def., 100813 kms ............................$19,900

‘06 F150 Reg Cab XLT 4X4, 5.4L, auto O/D, trailer tow, temp/compass, 100891 kms .................$16,500

‘06 F150 Reg Cab XLT 4X4, white, 5.4L, auto, a/t/c/pw/pl, elect 50f, trailer tow, keyless entry, 140732 kms ............................................................$14,950

‘06 F150 Supercab FX4, 5.4L, silver, leather int., a/c/t/pw/pl/cd, 143985 km .......................................$18,500

‘05 F150 Crew 4X4, XLT, red, 5.4L, auto, captains chairs, trailer tow, tan interior, tonneau cover, 121127 kms ............................................................$17,900

‘04 F150 Crew Lariat 4x4, white/tan, tan leather int., loaded, 160591 kms ........................................$17,990

‘03 F150 S/C 4x4 XLT, white, 5.4L, auto, a/t/c/pw/pl, adj. pedals, running boards, tailer tow, 186000 kms .........................................................................$12,500

‘99 Ranger Reg/Cab auto, red, cd, demo, 60507 km ...........................................................................$7,900

‘98 Dodge Dakota CC, white, V6, 2WD, CD, A/C, 236381 kms ............................................................$3,450

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‘04 F150 FX4 Crew Cab‘04 F150 FX4 Crew CabBlue/grey, 5.4L, trailer tow, audiophile, 18” wheels, pwr drivers, 107728 kms

$19,995‘08 F350 Crew Lariat‘08 F350 Crew Lariat

Gold, stone leather, 6.4L diesel, 6 disc CD, memory seats, adj. pedals, upfit-ters, rev. sensing, step gate, brake control, 156277 kms

$29,995

‘09 F150 CR 4W‘09 F150 CR 4WKing Ranch, 5.4L, 6 spd auto, royal red, heated/cooled seats, SONY, tonneau cover, tailgate step, memory seats, auto temp., adj. pedals 82333 kms

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Crew cab, 4x4, 5.3L, charcoal leather, capt. chairs, memory seats, auto temp, grill insert, moonroof, r/bars, trailer tow, tonneau cover, 118366 kms

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When shopping for a new vehicle, some drivers know exactly which model of car they want to buy, while oth-ers are not so sure. Though price and features often car-ry the most weight when making a decision, a test drive can narrow down the prospects as well.

It is easy to become awestruck by the look of a new car, and even easier to fall into the eager hands of a sales-person. It can be confusing when comparing the dozens of statistics and numbers associated with a car -- from price to horsepower to gas usage ratios. One of the best ways to judge a car is to take it out for a test drive.

There are many things that a test drive can tell you about a car or truck. A test drive shouldn’t be a quick jaunt around the block. It should include a thorough ex-amination of the vehicle, and the drive should be long enough for you to get a feel for the vehicle.

It is important to take your time on a test drive and not feel rushed. There are also many other tips that can help you nd the right buy.

* Pick a time when you feel focused. Doing a test drive on your lunch hour or right before you’re expected at a meeting or carpool is not the ideal time to make an as-sessment of the vehicle. You certainly may feel rushed and distracted by the other tasks you have to accom-plish. Rather, pick a time when you are well rested and well fed and able to concentrate on the job at hand.

* Avoid distractions. Sometimes schedules con ict,

and you may have to bring other people, including chil-dren, along on the test drive. However, when possible, only include those people who will be driving the ve-hicle in the test drive. This way you will be able to focus solely on the car and not worry about what the other passengers are doing as well. It is also perfectly accept-able to ask the salesperson to be quiet during the test drive and reserve explaining the features and attributes for before or after the drive. This way you can focus on the driving experience.

* Research the vehicle. It helps to go into a test drive already knowing the majority of the speci cations on the vehicle and what the car or truck is capable of doing. This way you’ll be able to tell if the sales information you are receiving is accurate or embellished.

* Try out different terrains. Most test drives consist of a short jaunt to and from the dealership. Salespeople also may recommend certain routes, but these could be tailored to get the best response out of the car. But if you’re familiar with the area take a test drive on your terms. Try different road surfaces and speeds. Also be sure to make turns to gauge the turning radius. This can be as simple as making some turns in a parking lot.

* Change lanes. Take the opportunity to change lanes so you can judge the visibility of the vehicle.

* Adjust the seating. This will help you determine the comfort level of the vehicle and if it will t your frame.

You don’t want the car to be uncomfortable to drive.* Test the radio and the climate control. See how the

car functions, including whether it takes a long or short time to reach a comfortable temperature.

* Have a passenger ride in the back. If you won’t be distracted by it, have a friend or family member ride along and pay attention to the things you might be missing while focusing on the road. These may include road noise, suspension and the general comfort of the vehicle.

A test drive is an important component of buying a car. It can often make or break a sale, so be sure to in-clude it on your must-do list.

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(NC)—Winter is a beautiful time to experience Canada. Unfortunately, it can also be a dangerous time, particularly when you are driving. Icy roads can be treacherous, and a dead battery can leave you stranded.

“Keeping your car in top form is especially im-portant in winter,” says Jeff Burke, president & CEO at Western Financial Group, an organization with services to protect individuals and families in this part of Canada. “Inspect your vehicle thoroughly before heading out onto the road, and make sure you have adequate insurance coverage.”

Car Care Canada’s website shares these winter maintenance tips:

Check the battery. If it is four years old or older, have it checked at a service station to make sure it

will start in bitter temperatures.Check the uids. Top up power-steering, brake

and transmission uid; oil; and antifreeze/coolant. (Antifreeze/coolant should be ushed and re lled every two years or 50,000 kilometres.) Replace your windshield uid with one specially formulated to cut through ice and snow.

Consider winter weight oil. Consult your own-er’s manual to see if a winter weight oil is recom-mended for cold months, and remember to change your oil every 5,000 kilometres.

Check the function of your heater, defroster, lights and windshield wipers. Replace your wiper blades every six months, and consider the added power of winter blades.

Change to snow tires. Traction is essential when

you are driving on snow and ice. Winter tires offer traction, peace of mind and – often – a discount on your car insurance premium.

Repair cracks or dings in your windshield. Freezing temperatures can turn small nicks into gaping cracks that destroy your windshield. Have them repaired before it’s too late.

Keep your gas tank at least half full. A fuller tank resists moisture/ice formation inside your gas line.

Be well-equipped. Keep these items in your ve-hicle in case of emergency: snow brush/ice scrap-er, booster cables, ashlight, rst-aid kit, blanket, extra clothes, bottled water, snacks and necessary medications.

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Submitted by the Saskatchewan Snowmobile Association

This year’s harvest has seen many grain bags used across the province. The white colored grain bags will blend in very well with snow covered elds. This brings a safety concern to the Saskatchewan Snowmobile Association (SSA). To avoid snowmo-bile accidents or injuries involv-ing grain bags, the association is asking farm-ers, ranchers and landowners to take the time to mark the area around grain bags with mate-rials that snow-mobilers will see at night. Re- ectors should

be posted every 200 feet around the perimeter of grain bags.

Snowmobil-ers need to be aware of where they are oper-ating snowmo-biles and use the rule “if you don’t know, then don’t go”. Snowmobilers should stay away from areas with grain bags. Grain growers use grain bags to protect their investment. The grain in the bags has great value and must stay protected. Snowmobilers are also asked to respect swathes left in the

eld over winter and to avoid un-harvested elds.

Saskatchewan has over 9,000 ki-lometers of groomed marked snow-mobile trail. The Saskatchewan Snowmobile Association asks that snowmobilers use the trails, as the trails offer increased safety with many of the risks removed. With

this year’s late harvest, some local trails will be re-located. Contact your lo-cal snowmobile association for changes to trails in your area.

Snowmobiles used off of pri-vate property must be regis-tered with SGI. S n o w m o b i l -ers born after January 1, 1989 must take the s n o w m o b i l e safety course offered by the Saskatchewan Safety Council. For information on the course, visit www.sask-snowmobiling.sk.ca and click on Safety. Al-

ways remember the number one rule of snowmobiling - Don’t Drink and Ride.

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Snowmobile trails offer increased safety, but you should always be on the lookout for obstacles, like grainbags (inset).

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Shop fall sales for great deals Con-sumers have the potential to save quite a lot of money if they shop the sales calendar on popular items. Many retailers discount items during certain times of the year. Autumn is

one season when shoppers can nd deals on many popular items.

Automobiles & BoatsDealerships are making room on

their lots for the new model year. Therefore, come October, they’re looking to liquidate their stock of the current model year, bene tting con-

sumers as a result. Keep in mind that you will have to choose among cur-rent stock, so you may have to com-promise on colors and accessories available.

This time of year can also be ideal for buying a boat, as marine experts say that the off-sea-son is the time to get deals on boats. Late November is a good time to start browsing for a boat. The lowest pric-es may come in the winter, however.

Outdoor HobbiesSeptember and October

can be good months to pur-chase a new bicycle, as the outdoor recreation season tends to wane in the late autumn. This is also a good time to stock up on shing poles and lures.

Shop around to see if there is the opportunity to score low prices on campers, tents, in atable mattresses, out-door sporting equipment, and other items that are as-sociated with having fun in the sun. It’s likely stores will be looking to reduce their in-ventory on these products.

MiscellaneousThere are a number of

other items that go on sale during September, October and November. Barbecue grills, housewares, quilts and blankets, space heaters, crystal, silver, and glassware are just some of the items shoppers can snatch up at a bargain.

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