OVERVIEW CARS DB4 L.P., a wholly owned subsidiary of Capital Automotive LLC, completed a $463.3 million ABS issuance, which, together with other recent transactions, will enable the company to meet an upcoming debt maturity, lower its average borrowing cost, lengthen the average term of its borrowings, and enhance its cash position. Capital Automotive LLC remains highly leveraged, and it faces a large debt maturity in late 2012. We affirmed our 'B' corporate credit ratings on Capital Automotive LLC and its affiliate, Capital Automotive L.P. We also affirmed our 'B' rating and maintained a '3' recovery rating on Capital Automotive L.P.'s senior secured debt issues. The rating outlook remains stable. NEW YORK (Standard&Poor's) Dec. 14, 2010--Standard&Poor's Ratings