iMotors Opens in Chicago; iMotors Kicks off 2001 By Opening Two Chicago Delivery Centers

4 January 2001

iMotors Opens in Chicago; iMotors Kicks off 2001 By Opening Two Chicago Delivery Centers

    SAN FRANCISCO--Jan. 4, 2001--iMotors, the only customer-driven direct seller of certified used cars announced today the launch of two Delivery Centers, located in Streamwood, IL., and Aurora, IL., to bring thoroughly inspected, reconditioned and certified used cars to the Chicago market.
    These sites were chosen for their accessibility and convenient locations to consumers in Chicago. The iMotors Delivery Center is where customers take delivery of their iMotors vehicles.

    The Two Chicago facilities are located at:
    - Aurora Delivery Center: 13 South, Route 59
    - Streamwood Delivery Center: 36-38 N. Barrington Rd.

    "We are very excited to kick off the New Year by announcing the availability of iMotors-certified used cars in Chicago," said Rob Erlichman, iMotors' VP of Marketing. "With over 250,000 of 1-5 year old used cars being sold in Chicago, we are eager to show Chicagoans that iMotors' used cars measure up to their high standards."
    iMotors holds no inventory and instead allows consumers to order the 1-5 year old used car they want on iMotors' website or via a toll free phone number. Consumers can either select from specials on top makes and models featured each week, or custom order a vehicle by specifying the make, model, year, mileage, options and color of the used car they want. iMotors backs every vehicle with a 3-month/3,000-mile warranty, a 7-day/700-mile money-back guarantee, an AutoBiography(SM) detailing the vehicle's title history, iMotors' inspection details and all work performed by iMotors.
    At iMotors Delivery Centers, customers accept delivery of their iMotors certified vehicle, take a test drive, and complete all necessary paperwork. The opening of the Chicago market joins a long list of iMotors' successful markets across the United States, including San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta, Miami, Seattle, Indianapolis and Cincinnati, OH.

    About iMotors

    Launched in 1999, iMotors is the only consumer-driven, direct seller of certified used vehicles. iMotors redefines automotive retailing, offering consumers near-infinite selection, higher quality, unprecedented value, and a better buying experience. By shortening the supply chain, introducing innovation in automotive reconditioning, and applying technology and information systems, iMotors' locate-to-order business model provides for national reach into off-lease, fleet, and wholesale sources eliminating depreciation costs associated with inventory. Customers choose the 1-5 year old vehicle they want online or via toll free number. iMotors locates, buys and ships it to one of their three state-of-the-art factories where the vehicle is inspected, reconditioned, tested and certified before delivery to the customer at a DMV-licensed iMotors Delivery Center located in major markets nationwide. A privately held company, iMotors is backed by a renowned group of investors with successful track records at leading land-based retail and internet/e-commerce businesses. For additional information, visit our website or call 888-IMOTORS (466-8677).