Ken Fichtner

PART 4:

Index of topics:

Weekly Newsletter – Contents

PART 1:

1) Corvette Sales – 2004 Calendar Year
2) 2005 Corvette Pricing, Color Combinations Available
3) 2005 Corvette Color Change

PART 2:

4) Driving the C6 Corvettte, Dale Earnhardt, Jr.

PART 3:

5) 2005 Corvette Pre-Delivery Process
6) 2005 Corvette Transmission Trouble
7) 2005 Corvette Drive Belt Trouble - NEW

PART 4:
8) 2005 Corvette Accessories
9) 2004 Custom Painted Fuel Rail Covers
10) Parts Department Offerings
11) GM Rebates/Special Finance Rates - NEW

PART 5:

12) GMPP Details, MajorGuard – UPDATED
13) GM Employee and Supplier Eligibility - UPDATED
14) Weekly Constraint/Production News – UPDATED

8) 2005 Corvette Accessories

ACC04-037 - New Launch of 2005 Genuine Corvette Accessories
DESCRIPTION:
The all-new sixth-generation Corvette offers more power, passion and precision than any other Corvette in history. It is America's performance icon. To mark the launch of the new Corvette, Chevrolet is pleased to announce the introduction of the Genuine Corvette Accessories brand. This line of expressive components has been developed by the same design and engineering team that brought you the Corvette. These accessories meet strict OEM quality standards and the Genuine Corvette Accessories line will be offered in conjunction with a unique logo for differentiation from aftermarket parts.

INCENTIVE:
Standard discounts and allowances apply.

EFFECTIVE DATE:
Immediately

GENERAL INFORMATION:
Genuine Corvette Accessories blend sophistication with expressive style. On the inside, owners can personalize their car with a variety of body-colored interior components, enhanced cargo organization, and metallic accent pieces. More body-colored components and 10-spoke wheels are available in Polished and Silver, Gold and Gun Metal painted finishes to compliment the exterior styling. In the end, Genuine Corvette Accessories provide the best fit, best function and most tailored appearance for the new Corvette.
All GM Accessories sold by GM Parts and permanently installed on a GM Vehicle prior to delivery will be covered under the provisions of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. In the event GM Accessories are installed after vehicle delivery, or are replaced under the new vehicle warranty, they will be covered (parts and labor) for the balance of the vehicle warranty, but in no event less than 12 months/12,000 miles. This coverage is only effective for GM Accessories permanently installed by a GM Dealer or a GM-approved ADI (Accessory Distributor/Installer).
GM Accessories sold over-the-counter, or those not requiring installation, will continue to receive the standard GM Dealer Parts Warranty of 12 months from the date of purchase (parts only).
Rear Spoiler – Precision Red, Silver, Orange, Blue
$175 MSRP with an estimated installation time of .5 hours
Door Handles - Precision Red, Silver, Orange, Blue
$100 MSRP with an estimated installation time of .2 hours
Brushed Aluminum Door Sill Plates
$80 MSRP with an estimated installation time of .5 hours
Storage Pouch - Single
$115 MSRP with an estimated installation time of .5 hours
Rear License Plate Holder – Precision Red, Silver, Orange, Blue, Black
$65 MSRP with an estimated installation time of .2 hours
CALL BOB at 406-628-4121 FOR SPECIAL FORUM PRICES AND TO PLACE AN ORDER!!
Coming Soon:
Storage Pouch-Set of 2
Transparent Removable Roof Panel
Front License Plate Holder(Body Colored)
Cargo Organizer
Removable Roof Panel Storage Bag & Bracket
18” & 19” Cast Aluminum 10 Spoke wheels available in Polished or Painted Silver, Gold, and Gun Metal
Exhaust Plate Screen
Cockpit Wind Break
Body Colored Interior Trim Package
CD Changer
Woven Mesh Side Cove Inserts
Chrome Door Handles
Decklid Liner with Embroidered Logo for Convertibles
Manual Shift **** & Boot – Interior Color Keyed
Park Brake Handle & Boot – Interior Color Keyed
Front End Cover

CALL BOB at 406-628-4121 FOR SPECIAL FORUM PRICES AND TO PLACE AN ORDER!!

9) 2004 Custom Painted Fuel Rail Covers

We are now offering custom painted, flamed fuel rail covers for C5 Corvettes!!!

Please find below photos of a recent set painted Electron Blue:




Here’s another photo of a set painted Torch Red:


Pricing:

$390 using your fuel rail covers
$462 using new fuel rail covers

Give our parts department a call at 406-628-4121 to place your order!!

10) Parts Department Offerings

EVERYTHING IS ON SALE

Call “Sponge Bob” Robert Wendorff at 406-628-4121 for the best deal!!!

SAME DAY SHIPPING ON ALL INSTOCK ITEMS ORDERED BY 1 PM, MOUNTAIN TIME!

We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and YES even American Express. You can simply pick the item(s) you want and complete your order quickly and securely. We will receive your order via email and will fill it and ship it ASAP.

We are confident that this will make ordering parts from us much more convenient. No need to call us long distance or take time from your busy schedule. You may, of course, still call our parts department at 406-628-4121 or email them at parts@fichtnerchevrolet.com

11) GM Rebates/Special Finance Rates – NEW

Please find below the incentives available to consumers in the Western Region. Check with your local dealer for incentives in your area!

Summary of Incentives 11/6/2004

2004 Model Year (05-31D-2/CWE) 11/2/04 THRU 1/3/05
Option 1
Model Rebate or APR 36/48/60/72
Aveo $1500 0.0/0.9/1.9/1.9
Cavalier(no 1SV) $4000 0.0/0.0/0.0/0.0
Malibu $2500 0.0/0.0/0.0/1.9
Malibu MAXX $3500 0.0/0.0/0.0/1.9
Impala $3500 0.0/0.0/0.0/1.9
Monte Carlo $3500 0.0/0.0/0.0/1.9
Corvette $3000 0.0/0.0/0.0/1.9
SSR $0 $2000 Dealer Cash
S10 Pickup $3500 0.0/0.0/0.0/1.9
Colorado Crew $2000 0.0/0.0/1.9/2.9
Colorado Ext/Reg $3000 0.0/0.0/0.0/1.9
Silverado(LLY) $3500 0.0/0.0/0.0/1.9
Silverado LLY $1500 0.0/2.9/3.9/5.9
C4500 Kodiak $2500 0.0/0.0/0.0/2.9
Avalanche 2x2 $3000 0.0/0.0/0.0/1.9
Avalanche 4x4 $3500 0.0/0.0/0.0/1.9
Tracker $4500 0.0/0.0/0.0/1.9
Blazer $4500 0.0/0.0/0.0/1.9
Trailblazer $4000 0.0/0.0/0.0/1.9
Trailblazer EXT $5000 0.0/0.0/0.0/1.9
Tahoe $4000 0.0/0.0/0.0/1.9
Suburban $5000 0.0/0.0/0.0/1.9
Venture $4500 0.0/0.0/0.0/1.9
Astro $3500 0.0/0.0/0.0/1.9
Express $3000 0.0/0.0/0.0/1.9

2005 Model Year (05-31A-1/CWE) 11/2/04 THRU 1/3/05
Option 1
Model Rebate or APR 36/48/60
Aveo $750 0.0/2.9/3.9
Cavalier(no 1SV) $3000 0.0/2.9/3.9
Cobalt $750 0.0/2.9/3.9
Malibu $2000 0.0/2.9/3.9
Impala $2000 0.0/2.9/3.9
Monte Carlo $2000 0.0/2.9/3.9
Corvette $0 NA/NA/NA
SSR $0 NA/NA/NA
Colorado $2000 0.0/2.9/3.9
Silverado (-LLY) $2000 0.0/2.9/3.9
Silveraro with LLY$1000 0.0/2.9/3.9
C4500 Kodiak $2000 0.0/2.9/3.9
Avalanche $2500 0.0/2.9/3.9
Equinox $1000 0.0/2.9/3.9
Blazer $3500 0.0/2.9/3.9
Trailblazer $2000 0.0/2.9/3.9
Trailblazer EXT $2000 0.0/2.9/3.9
Tahoe $2500 0.0/2.9/3.9
Suburban $3000 0.0/2.9/3.9
Venture $3500 0.0/2.9/3.9
Uplander $1500 0.0/2.9/3.9
Astro $3000 0.0/2.9/3.9
Express $1500 0.0/2.9/3.9

GENERAL MOTORS GMAC/NUVELL FINANCING ALLOWANCE PROGRAM
05-31AB-1/GWS

THIS IS A GENERAL MOTORS GMAC/NUVELL FINANCING INCENTIVE THAT IS INCREMENTAL TO MOST OTHER ELIGIBLE INCENTIVES. THIS ALLOWANCE IS AVAILABLE ON ELIGIBLE DELIVERIES TO CUSTOMERS WHO EITHER LEASE OR FINANCE THEIR VEHICLE THROUGH GMAC OR NUVELL. THIS PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE ON DELIVERIES TO RESIDENTS OF THE WESTERN REGION ONLY.

# - THE CUSTOMER MUST FINANCE THE VEHICLE THROUGH GMAC OR NUVELL TO BE
ELIGIBLE FOR THIS PROGRAM. THEY MAY USE EITHER A SUPPORTED OR
NON-SUPPORTED (STANDARD) SMARTLEASE/SMARTBUY OR APR PROGRAM.
- FOR RETAIL PURCHASE CONTRACTS, THIS ALLOWANCE MUST BE UTILIZED AS
DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE AND DISCLOSED IN THE OTHER OR MANUFACTURER
REBATE FIELD ON THE DOWNPAYMENT LINE OF THE CONTRACT. THIS
ALLOWANCE MAY NOT BE OFFERED AS CASH TO THE CUSTOMER.

PROGRAM TIME PERIOD (DELIVERED):
NOVEMBER 2, 2004 THRU NOVEMBER 30, 2004

ELIGIBLE MODELS/REQUIRED OPTIONS/ORDER TYPES AND ALLOWANCES:
ELIGIBLE MODELS: ALL NEW AND UNUSED 2004/2005 MODELS LISTED BELOW:

2004 MODELS: ALLOWANCE:
CAVALIER $1000
MALIBU $1000
MALIBU MAXX $1000
TRAILBLAZER $1000
TRAILBLAZER EXT $1000
TAHOE $1000
SUBURBAN $1000

2005 MODELS: ALLOWANCE:
CAVALIER $1000
MALIBU $1000
MALIBU MAXX $1000
TRAILBLAZER $1500
TRAILBLAZER EXT $1500
TAHOE $1500
SUBURBAN $1500

CDR - INCENTIVE CODE: GMAC CONTRACTS GWS

General Motors Bonus Cash (05-31AP/NSE) 11/2/04 THRU 11/30/04
GENERAL MOTORS IS ANNOUNCING A BONUS CASH INCENTIVE THAT IS INCREMENTAL TO ALL OTHER ELIGIBLE INCENTIVES. THIS OFFER IS GOOD TOWARDS THE PURCHASE OR LEASE OF ELIGIBLE NEW AND UNUSED MODELS LISTED BELOW. THIS INCENTIVE PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE ON DELIVERIES TO RESIDENTS IN THE WESTERN REGION ONLY.

PROGRAM TIME PERIOD (DELIVERED):
NOVEMBER 2, 2004 THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2004

ELIGIBLE MODELS/REQUIRED OPTIONS/ORDER TYPES AND ALLOWANCES:
2004 MODELS ALLOWANCE:
CHEVROLET CAVALIER $ 500
2005 MODELS: ALLOWANCE:
CHEVROLET CAVALIER $1000

Bonus Cash (05-31C/MUJ) 10/1/03 THRU 1/3/05
Military Rebate - $500 bonus cash on 2003/2004 Chevrolets
THE CUSTOMER MUST PRESENT THEIR MILITARY IDENTIFICATION OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION THAT CLEARLY REFLECTS ACTIVE STATUS. THE DEALER MUST INSURE THAT A COPY OF THE MILITARY STATUS VERIFICATION DOCUMENT ATTACHED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS MESSAGE BE FILLED OUT IN ITS ENTIRETY AND RETAINED IN THE
DEALER'S DEAL FILE.



PART 5:

Index of topics:

Weekly Newsletter – Contents

PART 1:

1) Corvette Sales – 2004 Calendar Year
2) 2005 Corvette Pricing, Color Combinations Available
3) 2005 Corvette Color Change

PART 2:

4) Driving the C6 Corvettte, Dale Earnhardt, Jr.

PART 3:

5) 2005 Corvette Pre-Delivery Process
6) 2005 Corvette Transmission Trouble
7) 2005 Corvette Drive Belt Trouble - NEW

PART 4:
8) 2005 Corvette Accessories
9) 2004 Custom Painted Fuel Rail Covers
10) Parts Department Offerings
11) GM Rebates/Special Finance Rates - NEW

PART 5:

12) GMPP Details, MajorGuard – UPDATED
13) GM Employee and Supplier Eligibility - UPDATED
14) Weekly Constraint/Production News – UPDATED

12) General Motors Protection Plan, MajorGuard - Revised

*** NEWS FLASH ***

GM has announced that the annual price increase scheduled fo1 10/1/04 has been postponed until 1/1/05.

Therefore those wishing to save $$$ on the plan should make the plan purchase by 12/31/04.

IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ THIS:

1) GM now defines “new” as cars and trucks that are less than one year old and have less than 12,000 miles!!

If you fall into this category you can purchase the plan at the “much” lower new car price!!

2) Any customer who has a GMPP contract with at least 3 months AND 3000 miles of coverage term remaining may purchase additional coverage. This can only be done by canceling the existing contract and submitting a Contract Registration Form for the new coverage desired. The existing contract will be canceled and the refund will be calculated on a pro rata basis with all refunds going to the appropriate parties with the cancellation fee waived. The following purchase rules will apply:
* The customer may purchase only the same or a lesser level of coverage.
* The customer may choose only a $50, $100 or $200 deductible regardless of the deductible on the original contract.
* The customer may purchase only a term and level of coverage that is available for the vehicle based on its current age and odometer miles.
* The Dealer Cost and MSRP will be those in place at the time of purchase of the new contract.

3) Please note the following enhancements to the 2004 General Motors Protection Plan (GMPP) and Mechanical Repair Protection (MRP) program:

*Term and mileage of coverage will be calculated from the date of contract purchase and the current odometer mileage. This change should eliminate consumer confusion regarding term of coverage.

*General Motors Dealers can now sell GMPP on all makes and models
regardless of manufacturer.

We sell the plan on all vehicle makes and models, not just Corvettes!!!

Save BIG BUCKS today!

Give us a call or email us with your VIN and present odometer reading for a no hassle quick and easy price quote:

Email address is:
gmpp@fichtnerchevrolet.com

Or call us at: 406-628-4618

WE WILL MATCH ANY OTHER GM DEALERS PRICE ON THE GMPP, MAJORGUARD!! AND FURTHER, THERE IS NO SALES TAX IN MONTANA!!

Remember that NO ONE sells the GMPP MajorGuard for less than one of the original supporting dealers, Fichtner Chevrolet!

As an independent new car dealer, Fichtner Chevrolet is authorized by General Motors to sell the GM Protection Plan/MRP.

Here’s more about the plan!
Major Guard can be purchased from any GM Dealer. To save big dollars, buy it from Fichtner Chevrolet. Many dealers mark-up Major Guard beyond GM suggested prices by several hundred dollars. We are continuing to offer the plan at a substantial discount below the suggested retail price!

I am also offering the same pricing on all GM vehicles. Not just Corvettes!! Please email me for a quote specific to the model of GM car or truck.

Major Guard is honored nation-wide and it doesn’t matter where you bought the plan! Major Guard is a policy of General Motors Corporation. Be very careful of policies written by other companies that may no longer be in business when you need them! There have been hundreds of these companies going broke in the past. In addition, this policy is good at any GM dealership. The vast majority of dealerships will not honor any policy except those sold by General Motors. The GM Protection Plan protects your vehicle and assures that it is repaired to GM standards whenever necessary. Second, the plan is completely transferable to subsequent owners of your vehicle adding to the vehicle’s resale value. The GM Protection Plan comes with a GM money-back guarantee of satisfaction. You get a full refund if you cancel the Plan within 60 days of purchase and no claim is filed. After 60 days, your refund is prorated, (less a small administration fee).
For years, millions of Major Guard customers have known that, “From the engine to the trunk lock, if it breaks – or even if it just plan wears out – and it’s not on the list of the few items not covered, Major Guard will pay for the repair less your deductible – whatever it is!”

What does Major Guard cover?
It’s as simple as this: If it’s not on the very short list of what’s not covered, it’s covered!

WHAT’S NOT COVERED? (Quoted from the actual policy)
“Unless required in connection with the repair of a covered part, GM will not pay anything under the agreement that is related to normal maintenance service including engine tune-up, suspension alignment, wheel balancing, filters, lubricants, engine coolant, drive belts, radiator hoses, heater and vacuum hoses, windshield wiper blades, air conditioning recharging, fluids, spark/glow plugs, brake pads, linings and shoes, brake rotors, manual clutch disc, or any other maintenance service or part required to be performed or replaced as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer’s Maintenance Schedule. Additionally, neither rust damage nor any of the following parts or services are covered under any circumstance: sheet metal, body panels, carpet, weather-strips, lenses, sealed beams, light bulbs, tires, trim, convertible or vinyl tops, moldings, bright metal, upholstery, paint, exhaust system, catalytic converter, hinges, brake drums, shock absorbers, batteries, carburetor, correction of air and water leaks, wind noise, odors, squeaks, rattles, contaminated fuel systems, bumpers, body parts, and glass.”

Major Guard provides 24-hour no cash needed towing and roadside assistance. Major Guard will authorize towing or emergency road service for any disablement of your covered vehicle, or will reimburse you up to $50 for these expenses. Benefits include towing, flat tire service, battery jump, out-of-gas fuel delivery and locksmith and key service. Major Guard will pay the charge to rent a replacement vehicle whenever the new vehicle limited warranty or Major Guard covered repairs require 2.0 or more manufacturers’ labor time guide hours to repair.

You may purchase the plan at any time but such coverage must be purchased prior to the end of the new vehicle limited warranty of 36 months or 36000 miles. Major Guard can be transferred when you sell your vehicle. Major Guard is recognized by dealers in the US and Canada. It makes sense to return to your selling dealer, but if you find it inconvenient to do so, you may use any commercial repair facility! Just refer to the Coverage Agreement for the appropriate phone number to call.

Due to an amendment to the GM Protection Plan Dealer Agreement I am not allowed to post the prices of the plan. Please email us for a specific quote. We would be pleased to email or fax you the prices. Of course you may also call us at 406-628-4618. Here are the plan terms that are available:

On a new car or truck:
36 Months with mileage total of 45K, 54K, 60K, 75K, or 100K
48 Months with a mileage total of 48K, 60K, 72K, 80K, or 100K
60 Months with a mileage total of 40K, 50K, 60K, 75K, 90K, or 100K
72 Months with a mileage total of 48K, 60K, 72K, 90K, or 100K
84 Months with a mileage total of 56K, 70K, or 84K

On a used car or truck:
12 Months with mileage total of 12K, 15K, 18K, or 20K
12 Months with mileage total of 24K, 30K, 36K, 40K, or 50K
36 Months with mileage total of 24K, 30K, 36K, 45K, 54K, 60K, or 75K
48 Months with a mileage total of 32K, 40K, 48K, 60K, or 72K
60 Months with a mileage total of 40K, 50K, 60K, or 75K
72 Months with a mileage total of 48K, 60K, or 72K
84 Months with a mileage total of 56K, 70K

Application is simple. Provide us with your name, address, phone number, VIN of you car, present mileage or the odometer reading upon delivery when purchasing the plan the same day, and the term and miles desired. You may either call me at 406-628-4618 or email us at: gmpp@fichtnerchevrolet.com We gladly accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or personal checks as a form of payment.

Benefits of having the GM Protection Plan during the base warranty period:

I am often times asked why one should purchase the GM Protection Plan before the base warranty expires so I thought it would be beneficial to all if I published a list of some of the benefits.

* The price increases annually so waiting will without a doubt cost more.
* The price increases as miles accumulate.
* GMPP is honored at all GM dealerships versus the base warranty which is only honored at Chevrolet dealerships.
* GMPP covers a rental car if your vehicle needs 2.0 labor hours or more of repair versus the base warranty which only covers a rental if your car is disabled, in the dealership all day and then overnight.
* GMPP covers items that break or wear out versus the base warranty which only covers items that fail due to a quality or workmanship issue.

General Motors has refined their marketing approach to be tuned to the lifestyle and buying approach of today’s consumer. These buyers seek information from a variety of sources. Please visit the new website here: www.gmprotectionplan.com You will be able to view information on the available GMPP plans as well as brand specific information and more!

Supplemental Coverage:
*Tire Road Hazard
A new choice for customers this year is the Tire Road Hazard protection. This option is available for new vehicles exclusively and must be purchased with a GMPP on the date of new vehicle delivery. This coverage includes:
*100% flat tire protection
*Complete or prorated replacement of original 4 tires
*$150 per tire maximum
*$0 deductible
*The term is equal to the GM Protection Plan with a cap not to exceed 60 months or 50K miles whichever comes first

GM Protection Plan – Eligibility

GMPP Administration Guide – 2004
Contract Purchase Guidelines

Initial Purchase

In-Warranty Vehicles – The GM Protection Plan may be purchased for both GM and non-GM vehicles at any time before the expiration of the manufacturer’s new Vehicle Limited Warranty (36 months or 36,000 miles except for Cadillac vehicles which is 48 months or 50,000 miles).

Contracts purchased on the warranty start date provide the lowest cost. There is an additional cost for coverage purchased after the warranty start date, which will increase depending upon the vehicle age and odometer mileage at time of contract purchase.

Note: For non-GM vehicles, the manufacturer’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty is defined as 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first.

Out-of-Warranty – Contracts may be purchased only at the time of vehicle sale. Out-of-warranty is defined as greater than 36 months or 36,000 miles for all vehicles except Cadillac vehicles in which case out-of-warranty is defined as greater than 48 months or 50,000 miles.

All contracts sold for vehicles where the manufacturer’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty has not expired must provide the customer with a minimum of 6 months OR 6000 miles of coverage.

Most passenger cars, vans and light-duty trucks with remaining New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage are eligible.

A vehicle is ineligible for coverage if:

The vehicle has a branded title (severely damaged).
The vehicle has a gross vehicle rating (GVWR) of more than 14000 pounds.
The vehicle is being used for daily rental or as a limousine, taxi, shuttle service, tow truck/vehicle carrier, or to transport people for a fee.
The vehicle manufacturer’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty covering the vehicle has been voided (applies only to Contracts purchased during the term of such warranty).
The vehicle has received modifications that do not meet manufacturer’s specifications, including, but not limited to, modifications to permit trailering, towing or snowplowing, lift kits or high performance engine modifications.
The vehicle is being used in business on a regular basis (does not apply to vehicles specifically identified on the Contract Registration as Business, HUMMER Business, Snowplow or Emergency)>
Vehicles with VINS that indicate incomplete chassis or chassis modification.
Vehicles that are delivered from the factory as incompletes and subsequently up fitted or structurally modified are not eligible for mechanical or maintenance coverage.
The vehicle has been modified for towing.

Note: The New Vehicle Limited Warranty start date for all GM vehicles is the first day the vehicle is placed in service either by the initial purchaser/less or when the vehicle is first placed in dealer demonstrator service or as a GM company owned vehicle. Company owned vehicles include PEP, work related, special event, engineering test and courtesy use.

13) GM Employee & Supplier Eligibility for 2005

To: ALL GM DEALERS

Following are the initial 2005 Model Year restrictions from the individual Marketing Teams for the GM Employee Purchase Program, the GM Supplier New Vehicle Purchase Program , and the GM Dealership Employee Purchase Program as of November 25, 2004:

Buick - No restrictions.

Cadillac
CTS - Very limited GMU.
XLR - 2005 models are not available for GM Employee, Supplier, or Dealership Employee Purchase.
2004 model year XLR is available for GMS.

Chevrolet Cars
Classic (old body style Malibu) - Not available for GM Employee, Supplier, or Dealership Employee Purchase.
Corvette - Very limited GMU for coupes only, no GMU convertibles until December 1, 2004.
GMS and stock sales of Supplier are eligible.
Only eligible for the U6C portion of the Dealership Employee Purchase Program.

Chevrolet Trucks
Equinox - Limited GMU.
Astro Van - No cargo models in GMU.
Express Van - No cargo models in GMU.
Silverado 2500/2500HD - Orders must include a box (E63), no chassis (ZW9/9W9) models allowed.
Silverado 3500 - Orders must include a box (E63), no chassis (ZW9/9W9) models allowed.
Cutaway Vans - Not available for GM Employee, Supplier, or Dealership Employee Purchase.
Kodiak (C4500) - Not available.
SSR - Very limited GMU. Not available for GMS, Supplier or Dealership Employee Purchase.

GMC
Safari Van - No cargo models in GMU.
Savana Van - No cargo models in GMU.
Sierra 2500/2500HD - Orders must include a box (E63), no chassis (ZW9/9W9) models allowed.
Sierra 3500 - Orders must include a box (E63), no chassis (ZW9/9W9) models allowed
Cutaway Vans - Not available for GM Employee, Supplier, or Dealership Employee Purchase.
TopKick (C4500) - Not available.

Pontiac
Grand Am Sedan - Not available for GM Employee, Supplier, or Dealership Employee Purchase.

Hummer
H2 SUT - Very limited GMU.

Saturn - No Restrictions

GMS = GM Employee Plan
GMU = GM Company Car Purchase Plan

The above restrictions are subject to change at any time.

14) Weekly Constraint/Production News - UPDATED

Constraints are distributed based on Available Days’ Supply (ADS), Controlled Method or Percent of Allocation (POA). Dealers can use the weekly constraint wire to see the basic availability of an option. The percentages on the weekly constraint wire are estimated based on the national retail number of the constrained option divided by the amount of retail orders being allocated for the week.

Chevrolet Constraint Wire for 10/21/04

2005 CORVETTE

Corvette convertible production is expected to start in November and will, although constrained, be a part of the current consensus volume (approximately 1/3). Because the convertible will be in "ramp up" mode, initial orders will be limited with respect to the number of power folding tops (CM7) and also to available top colors.

In an effort to reduce possible confusion related to these initial constraints, each of the weekly DOSP cycles will be exclusive to either coupe or convertible models. As a result, the next two weekly DOSP cycles will be convertibles only, followed by cycles of coupe only. We believe that this will enable dealers to better manage their preliminary orders.

As the volume of convertible production increases and constraints are relaxed, we expect to return to more normal DOSP cycles.


Model, Target Production Week, Constraint #, Description, % of National Allocation

2005 Model Year

Allocations placed this week will be produced the week of November 29

Constraint 478, Corvette Coupe, NOT constrained this week

Constraint 479, Corvette Convertible, 20% of National Allocation, Exopected Duration of Constraint is GREATER than 4 weeks, Convertible Launch Strategy

Constraint 480, Corvette Convertible with CM7 Power Roof, 10% of National Allocation, Expected Duration of Constraint is GREATER than 4 weeks, Convertible Launch Strategy

Constraint 887, Corvette with 74U, Victory Red, 13% of National Allocation, Expected Duration of Constraint is LESS than 4 weeks, Start Up Constraint

Constraint 1066, Corvette with 35T, Beige Convertible Top, 0% of National Allocation, Expected Duration of Constraint is GREATER than 4 weeks, Convertible acceleration plan restriction.

Constraint 1067, Corvette with 37T, Gray Convertible Top, 0% of National Allocation, Expected Duration of Constraint is GREATER than 4 weeks, Convertible acceleration plan restriction.

To: All Chevrolet Dealers, Sales Management and Inventory Management

From: VSSM Order Fulfillment

Subject: C2L Roof Package Constraint

Date: September 30, 2004

On Thursday, August 19, 2004 after the normal start of the DOSP weekly cycle, it became necessary to place option (C2L) Roof Package on full stop for the VET (Corvette) Allocation Group. In that regard, a constraint was entered in the system that will stop the processing of any orders that contain (C2L) Roof Package in this week's DOSP Cycle. We anticipate this constraint will last for several weeks at the very least.

While this constraint is in place, dealers may still order the (CC3) Transparent Roof Panel. If CC3 is not specified, the vehicle will be shipped with the standard painted roof panel. For customers who wish to have both roofs, we do anticipate having the transparent roof available through GMSPO in the future. Please suggest these customers order the vehicle with the painted roof panel, and then purchase the transparent roof panel through GMSPO at a later date.