Our efforts to eliminate wait times are underway!

We mentioned last time that we are looking to open more space to increase our service access. We love our guests, but we know you want to be able to get service without an appointment, and we are taking concrete steps* to make that happen. We have begun the work to expand service access by the annex.

 

 

May is Teacher Appreciation Month, and last week was Teacher Appreciation Week. We have celebrated Teacher Appreciation Month for years at Stanley Subaru. We believe that great teachers are not only inspirational figures for students, but they are keystones in our community.
 

As part of a humble thank you to the incredible teachers in our community, we are providing complimentary oil changes and 27-point inspections to them this month. Teachers received a small note with how to redeem the offer at their convenience along with flowers and balloons arranged by The Bud Connection.
 
 

Thank you! Stanley Subaru has enjoyed being part of a wonderful community for over 16 years, and it has been possible because of our fantastic guests.

With this appreciation in mind we'd like to apologize to you for not always being available when you want to have your vehicle serviced. Our growth as part of this great community has stressed our service department and resulted in long wait times for reservations. We are grateful for your patience, but we know you deserve better, and we will do better for you!

Our goal is to be available to you whenever…

Lots of great companies are making great small SUVs. Here's a quick rundown of a few of what's out there and how they stack up. Let's look at base model to base model comparisons!
 

Forester

Do

• All wheel drive
• 34.4 cubic feet / 74.4 cubic feet cargo volume
• 170 horsepower, 174 lb-ft torque
• 1500 pounds towing
• Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle

Feel

• Four-wheel independent suspension (great handling, low body roll)
• 6.2" HD touchscreen with USB and Bluetooth connectivity
• Brake assist
• MSRP of $22,395

The Forester has the highest IIHS Safety Rating possible...

We popped by The Grand yesterday to deliver $10,000 donated through Share the Love.
 
During “Share the Love” which ran from November 19, 2015 through January 2, 2016, Stanley Subaru guests who purchased a new Subaru could select from a list of charities to receive a $250 donation from Subaru of America. This year, Subaru will donate $15 million dollars to participating charities. Over the last seven years, Subaru of America has donated $50 million to a number of worth causes through the “Share the Love” event.

"Everything we do at [Camp Beech Cliff] is to get people connected with nature, each other and their best selves,” says Debra Deal, Executive Director. The Acadia Winter Festival was a celebration of winter in Acadia National Park and surrounding communities and culminated in Camp Beech Cliff's Winter Boot Bash, a benefit dance to raise funds for camp programs. Winter is a magical time of year to investigate wildlife, reunite with old friends over a cup of cocoa, learn a new skill, and enjoy a fun winter activity.”

Stanley Subaru wins the Stellar Care Award for the fifth year in a row.
 
Every year, Subaru evaluates dealers everywhere on rigorous standards that cover everything from building maintenance to how guests are treated to how effectively vehicles are serviced. Stanley Subaru was honored this year with our fifth Stellar Care Award, passing the most demanding quality requirements ever.

 

Subaru Starlink is bringing new benefits to Subaru owners.

Now, when your Subaru dashboard indicator lights alert Starlink subscribers and alert is sent out. A dash light alert will notify us (as the dealer from whom you purchased your vehicle) in case it's something that needs your attention. We will try to reach you to make sure you have everything you need if that happens.

We just completed one of our most successful food drives yet!

About 1 in 4 students in Maine is food insecure. Undernourishment deeply affects students' lives including reducing their ability to learn, which further impacts their future. Food insecurity is a terrible problem, and Stanley Subaru is making efforts to solve it. We partnered with WABI TV5 and the Maine Education Association in 2015 to End Student Hunger.
 

 

We are happy to say the state of Maine confirms that we have some of the best possible water you can drink! Not only was everything good and at acceptable levels, we had some of the best possible readings in almost every category! Which means not only is our water great, but whenever you have tea, coffee, or cocoa, you're getting some great quality brew!

We also have loads of great news from our service department! Chris Williams passed his final ASE in December and is officially Subaru Master Certified!
 

We love our community. We love being a part of down east Maine. We are so grateful to every one of our guests who make us feel welcome. Because we love our community, we are always looking for ways to help where there is a need. Unfortunately, in Maine and in Hancock County in particular, there is a great need for children to get enough to eat. Which is why we are continuing our partnership with the Maine Education Association and WABI TV5.
 

  Are foglights worth it?

Yes.

Dave Cookson, one of our excellent service advisors, appreciates the visibility they give up close.