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November 2008

For the 2008-2009 Hockey season, Sudzie Autowash has partnered with The Portland Pirates as one of their sponsors.

Please join us at any one of 36+ home games at the Cumberland County Civic Center. During the game, you will be able to see the Sudzie Clean Team in action cleaning the ice during the official time-out in each period. Also, you will get a chance to view our new video board advertisements:

Sudzie Autowash Portland Pirates Commercial - Let's go to the game! Sudzie Autowash Portland Pirates Commercial - Hockey Practice

Portland Pirates Family Five Packs!!

Need a day on the town? Don't leave the kids home - bring 'em along!

Portland Pirates HockeyFamily Five Packs presented by Sudzie Autowash provide you with 5 Main Deck Tickets, 5 Hot Dogs or Pizza Slices, 5 Sodas, and 1 "Daily Scroll" all for the discounted price of $60. This season, with each purchase of a Family Five Pack presented by Sudzie Autowash, fans will receive a coupon for one (1) free Sudzie Minuteman exterior wash (valued at $11). In total, that's a value of $123 - and you don't even need to pay the babysitter! Additional ticket packages can be added-on to the package at a price of $17 each (includes game ticket and concession coupons).

Family Five Packs presented by Sudzie Autowash are available for Sunday regular season home games at the Cumberland County Civic Center.

2008-2009 Sunday Home Games

October 19, 2008 vs. Providence Bruins at 4:00 PM
November 30, 2008 vs. Manchester Monarchs at 4:00 PM
December 21, 2008 vs. Worcester Sharks at 4:00 PM
December 28, 2008 vs. Worcester Sharks at 4:00 PM
January 4, 2009 vs. Springfield Falcons at 4:00 PM
January 11, 2009 vs. Springfield Falcons at 4:00 PM
March 1, 2009 vs. Lowell Devils at 4:00PM
April 5, 2009 vs. Springfield Falcons at 4:00 PM

To order, call (207) 828-4665, ext. 350 or purchase at the Civic Center Box Office; or download our Family Five Pack Order Form

September 2008

Are you looking for better than showroom new for your classic automobile's finish?

At Sudzie Autowash, we believe we have the solution for the discriminating classic automobile owner. We have done extensive research to come up with a combination of polishing and waxing that will give your classic automobile a shine so deep that you could shave while looking into it. We use special polishes specifically designed for a random orbital machine (unlike other polishes that are created for straight drive machines) where the friction and temperature on the paint is almost non-existent.

Do you have any swirl marks or scratches in your vehicle's finish? No problem. Our polishes are designed to be safe and effective at removing swirl marks and scratches from all painted surfaces. Many vehicles come from the dealership with nearly flawless paint and only have light swirls and toweling marks. Our process will eliminate those micro-fine toweling marks and swirls, especially in dark paints.

High-end automobile finishes - Click to Enlarge
Safe and effective auto wax - Click to Enlarge
Best of Show Car Wax - Click to Enlarge
Best of Show Auto Waxing from Sudzie Autowash - Click to Enlarge
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The Classic Wax® at Sudzie includes the perfect polish for your automobile followed with a finish coat of our Carnauba Wax or the fabulous Best of Show Wax® for a truly flawless finish. Best of Show® is a non-silicone, carnauba-based liquid wax that produces incredible color, depth, and clarity with just one application. Our supplier of this fine product doesn't call it "Best of Show" for nothing.

Best of Show Wax® is a registered trade mark of Griot's Garage, Inc.

June 2008

The GREEN way to wash your car

What is the best way to wash your car?

According to the International Car Wash Association, “There are really two options for washing your car – doing it at home or taking it to a professional car wash center". Most people think the way to give your car the best wash possible is the “old-fashioned” way – in the driveway, at home. While that can prove to be a fun afternoon activity, it can actually be quite harmful to both your car and the environment. However, taking your car to a professional carwash can ensure a safe and thorough cleaning as well as provide the means to protect the environment around you.

Did you know? Washing your car at home can use up to 100 gallons of water per wash and most people do not know the harm that this waste water causes to our evironment!

Most people who wash their cars at home do so in their driveways or out on the street. The water, chemicals in the soaps and products you use run directly into the storm drains in the street. Water that comes from storm sewers is not treated at a wastewater treatment plant and flows directly into local streams, lakes and rivers. It can get into drinking water and harm local wild life. Even when you use products that claim to be biodegradable and/or non-toxic, the harmful pollutants and debris you wash off of your vehicle make their way into the water system.

Professional car wash centers are built to provide appropriate drainage that ensures harmful chemicals do not make it into the local storm water drainage system. In fact, many of them filter the water they use, and often recycle it.

Did you know that on average, Sudzie Autowash collects over 30,000 pounds (15 tons) of sand and silt from the cars we clean during a given year? This material is kept off our roadways and ultimately out of the storm water system. We have a professional waste management program in place to ensure that our waste is kept out of the local storm water system and minimizes any solids from entering the sewer system.

To learn more about the GREEN way to wash your car and our Water Reclamation System click here.


April 2008

To all of our loyal customers:
This winter has been especially harsh. Storm after storm has wreaked havoc on the roads and especially on one your most valuable assets – your car. During the past couple of Sudzie Insider newsletters, we have discussed the importance of washing the corrosive deposits of salt and sand from your vehicle on a regular basis. Never has it been more important than now to take this professional advice! Many municipalities have been using a pre-treatment chemical on our roads to get ahead of the storm. Recently, Randy Billings of the Southern Forecaster published an excellent article defining this pre-treatment process and it’s harmful effects on our vehicles if they are not properly taken care of on a regular basis.

Please note: It is critical after each and every storm that you get your car washed and have the undercarriage washed and treated with Sudzie's rust inhibitor protection. Recently, we talked about the importance of protecting our vehicle with Rain-X body protection but have neglected to inform our most valued customers of the importance for taking the same care our of vehicles chassis.

As Featured in The Southern Forecaster
February 8th, 2008

View The Forcaster Black Roads Article PDF

I would like to thank both Randy Billings and Ginie Thorp of the Forecaster for allowing us to distribute this article to our Loyal Promotion members. Please take a look at the Forecasters website as well www.theforecaster.net

October 2007 Pictures of Interest
Portland Pirates Hockey Club Chicago Dogs - Hot Dogs, Chili Dogs, Route 1 Scarborough Maine Sudzie Autowash Car Wash

Saturday, October 20th was a very special night for Sudzie Autowash, Chicago Dogs and the Portland Pirates. It was Sudzie/Chicago Dogs night at the Pirate home game against the Manchester Monarchs. The first 4,000 fans were given a certificate for a FREE Sudzie full service car wash and a FREE Chicago style hot dog.

Melissa, Courtney and Emma dropping the ceremonial first puck for the Portland Pirates vs Manchester Monarchs Hockey Game on October 20 2007
Melissa, Courtney and Emma were asked to drop the ceremonial first puck
as shown in the following video clip. (Windows Media, 1.1 MB)

Sudzie and Chi-Dogs have partnered with the Portland Pirates again this year to help one another create additional brand awareness to their respective customers. For Portland Pirate tickets and an opportunity to see the Sudzie/Chi-Dogs new video commercial, log onto the Pirates website and take the family to their next home game www.portlandpirates.com

NEW: Rain-X Complete Body Protection $5 per application NEW: Rain-X Complete Body Protection $5 per application
>> More Info
May 2007 Pictures of Interest

The First Book Signing at a Car Wash!
May 19th, 2007

The first book signing at a car wash was conducted by Col. David Hunt and Howie Carr here at Sudzie on Saturday, May 19th - Click to Enlarge
What's a book signing without fried clams? We had to have both Ken's and Bayley's clams on site for our guests. - Click to Enlarge
Hey, we're even signing cannon shells today! This was a 50-calibur shell that one of our military customers had brought in to be autographed - Click to Enlarge
The signed cannon shell - Click to Enlarge
The first book signing at a car wash was conducted by Col. David Hunt and Howie Carr here at Sudzie on Saturday, May 19th.
What's a book signing without fried clams? We had to have both Ken's and Bayley's clams on site for our guests.
Hey, we're even signing cannon shells today! This was a 50-calibur shell that one of our military customers had brought in to be autographed.
The signed cannon shell.


Automotive Retail Accessories now offered at Sudzie Autowash!

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Many of our customers have asked us to expand our retail product offering. I am pleased to announce that we now offer a larger selection of automotive accessory products in our lobby from rubber and carpeted floor mats, air fresheners, clean up products, license frames (installed right here) at a reduced price, cleaners, treatments to steering wheel covers. Frankly, if there is something that you need and don't see it offered in our lobby, please let us know and we'll make arrangements to get it for you as quickly and economically as possible.

As Featured In Northeast Carwasher - Winter 2007
www.northeastcarwasher.com
View The Northeast Carwasher article PDF

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A Rare (If not First Ever) Joint Book Signing at a Car Wash
Col. David Hunt
Scarborough's own Colonel David Hunt gives an inside perspective to the war on terror with his new book:
On The Hunt by Colonel David Hunt

Howie Carr
Howie Carr's
book looks at the lives and dark deeds of the infamous Bulger brothers of Massachusetts:
The Brothers Bulger by Howie Carr

Saturday, May 19th from 4:00 to 5:30
Rain or Shine

Both authors' books are now available for sale at Sudzie.

Present Sudzie receipt with book for signing.

November 2006 Pictures of Interest
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NEW NFL Hats!
NEW NFL Hats! - Click to Enlarge
Sudzie Autowash and Chicago Dogs are now official retailers of NFL, NBA, NASCAR and NCAA hats. These make great gifts for the holidays. If you don't see what you are looking for, please ask and we'll do our best to accommodate your request.
>> Order Hats Online!


September 2006 Pictures of Interest
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As Featured In The Current
View The Current article PDF

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At Sudzie, we can wash and detail the finest of vehicles from a 1930 Model A Ford to the 2006 Volvo C70. Incidentally, there were only 16,000 of the Volvo C70's made world wide and this customer regularly entrusts Sudzie to wash his vehicle.
1930 Model A Ford 1930 Model A Ford 2006 Volvo C70
2006 Volvo C70 2006 Volvo C70 2006 Volvo C70

April 2006 Pictures of Interest
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Spring time auto detailing Sudzie Spring car detailing car detailing and cleaning by Sudzie

Spring is the time to get your vehicle restored to like new condition. We have a variety of detailing options for your consideration. Now is the time to schedule a detail appointment by calling 885-8811.

January 2006 Pictures of Interest
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Did you ever wonder what we do on a rain or a snow day when we are closed due to the weather? Typically, we use that time to do routine maintenance work and cleaning. We used a recent rain day to help the Children's Museum of Maine with a special Whale Wash. That's right, Istar the inflatable whale needed a bath and the Children's Museum turned to Sudzie for the job.

Children's Museum of Maine Whale Wash
Istar the inflatable whale
Istar the inflatable whale drying off Istar the inflatable whale all clean
For more information as to when Istar is going to be in your area, please contact Sarah Holman at the Children's Museum of Maine. She can be reached by calling 207-828-1234 Ext. 225 or you can E-mail her via sarah@kitetails.com

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November 2005 Pictures of Interest
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Schedule a Fall detail at Sudzie
A Krispy Kreme doughnut sale was held to benefit the Scarborough Explorers as Donna sells the first dozen to Courtney

before the restoration
after the restoration
A 1967 Nova SS trusts Sudzie Autowash to keep it clean. Shouldn't your vehicle be treated the same?


September 2005 Pictures of Interest
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before the restoration
after the restoration
Take a look at the before and after shots of this trim restoration project. At Sudzie Autowash, we can do exterior trim restoration as we did on this 1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport.

August 2005 Pictures of Interest
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Jim Booth, Sudzie's Detail Representative, entered a "classic" into a race called Car Wars
The lovely artwork was provided by Dr. Christian Nixon of Little Compton, RI
Jim Booth, Sudzie's Detail Representative, entered a "classic" into a race called Car Wars (a full contact race) at Beech Ridge Motor Speedway.

The lovely artwork was provided by
Dr. Christian Nixon of Little Compton, RI
During the first race, Jim started dead last.
Jimmy won the first race by a long shot.
During the first race, Jim started dead last.
Jimmy won the first race by a long shot. However, he got a little aggressive during the two-wheel challenge and broke the oil pan, decided to keep racing and blew the engine. Nonetheless, he at least won one race for Sudzie.

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June 2005 Pictures of Interest
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Sudzie Autowash is a proud supporter of the Portland Ice Arena
Sudzie Autowash is a proud supporter of the Portland Ice Arena for the 2005/2006 Season
www.portlandicearena.com

Land Rovers and Jaguars courtesy of Maine's only Land Rover Jaguar Dealer: Land Rover-Jaguar Scarborough, 371 Route One, Scarborough (207)883-0161 or www.landroverme.com. Located only 1/2 mile south of Sudzie Autowash; Maine's only full service soft cloth car wash.

April 2005 Pictures of Interest
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At Sudzie, we offer complete interior and exterior detailing including complicated scratch removal, compounding, claying and dog hair removal. Spring is a busy time of year for these services so book an appointment today at 885-8811 or send your request to christine@sudzie.com

The newest Sudzie Model - Olivia
The newest Sudzie Model - Olivia - sporting her new pink Sudzie jumpsuit.

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February 2005 Pictures of Interest
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A Hummer prior to the Wash
Squeaky Clean After
Sean O'Brien visited us from Chicago during his Spring Vacation and wanted to prove to everyone back home that he actually worked during his vacation unlike his brother.


October 2004 Pictures of Interest
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Chicago Dogs is now open for Business
Chicago Dogs is now open for Business
Chicago Dogs or Bust!

A Hummer prior to the Wash
A Hummer prior to the Wash...
Squeaky Clean After
...Squeaky Clean After

September Pictures of Interest
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Charity Wash
Sudzie hosted a charity wash for the Scarborough Explorers last month to promote bicycle safety.
Sudzie hosted a charity wash for the Scarborough Explorers last month to promote bicycle safety. The Explorers gave away free helmets and demonstrated their proper usage to children. Sudzie's Management and employees donated a portion of the days proceeds to benefit the Explorers.

The longest vehicle washed to date is the Hummer Limo from Lilly's Limousine.
The longest vehicle washed to date is the Hummer Limo from Lilly's Limousine.

July Pictures of Interest
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Risbara breaks ground for Chicago Dogs restaurant to be open this fall.
Risbara breaks ground for Chicago Dogs restaurant to be open this fall.
As of July 16th, the slab has been poured and ready for framing.
As of July 16th, the slab has been poured and ready for framing.


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