2012 Toyota Prius Goes Plural – Brad’s Smart Buy – Car Buying Tips –

 2012 Toyota Prius Goes Plural - Brad’s Smart Buy – Car Buying Tips –  

The 2012 Toyota Prius is part of the breed that produced the top selling hybrid car in the world.

With more than 2.3 million units sold up to August 2011. Its status as a top seller reflects Toyota’s continued innovation and development in the hybrid field where the Prius was the first commercial hybrid on the market in 1997.

IntelliChoice, which gathers its data from many different sources, selected the Toyota Prius as the Best Overall Value of the Year for 2011 in its class.  http://doengestoyota.com/Bartlesville-OK/For-Sale/New/Toyota/Prius/2011-5dr-HB-III-Silver-Car/3410366/

 The 2012 Toyota Prius Four Model Trims:                                                                                                                            The  Toyota Prius Two@ $23,520,                                                                                                                                                        The 2012 Toyota Prius Three @ $24,520,                                                                                                                                          The 2012 Toyota Prius Four @ $27,520,                                                                                                                                          The 2012 Toyota Prius Five@ $28,790                                                                                                                                             Take a quick look here.    http://www.toyota.com/prius-hybrid/trims-prices.html#/?view=showroom&vehicle=0  The two models both use the same engine, but the 2012 V is a bigger, heavier car than its stable mate and, as a result, has considerably poorer performance in terms of fuel efficiency.

In March 2012, the first plug-in version of the Prius will be shipped through dealers in 14 states, and in all states in 2013. This new version has been demonstrated achieving an amazing 87mpg using mainly electric power and is bound to be another Toyota success.

The 2012 Toyota Prius Myth Buster

Myth: Many people are reluctant to consider using hybrid cars because they fear they will have to learn new driving skills to compensate for the different power sources.

There is a perception that there will be noticeable lags as the car switches between electric and gas power, and vice versa. Some people are under the illusion that it is the driver who has to control the power source.

 Reality:  The 2012 Toyota is a smooth operator. No compensation, no lag, if you did not know it was a hybrid .With the 2012 Toyota Prius, Toyota has produced a hybrid car that feels and behaves just like a standard gas-powered.

You will Love the Way the 2100/ 2012 Toyota Prius Drives

The onboard technology automatically and seamlessly swaps between the two power sources, or uses both together, as it deems necessary. The continuously variable transmission (CVT) system is also fully automatic and responds instantly and unnoticeably to power source changes.

The Toyota 2012 Toyota Prius is sold with a 1.8-liter, gas-powered engine coupled with two electric motors, delivering a maximum horsepower rating of 134. It is a 4-door, 5-seater hatchback with a very seductive appearance and beautifully designed interior, giving it a luxury feel.

If You Drive a Lot and Want to Go Green The Prius is the Answer

Because of the combined gas and electric motor technology, the Prius hybrid costs more than similarly sized cars with standard engines, so the key question is whether or not the car is worth the initial extra outlay. The answer depends very much on the model chosen and the predominant type of use the car is    put to.

The 2011/12 Prius will provide up to 51mpg in city driving and a generous 48mpg on the highway, while the larger, heavier 2012 Prius manages a more modest 44mpg and 40mpg respectively.  It is clear that by using the Toyota Prius people who do a lot of city driving will make substantial savings on gas and that these savings will more than compensate for the initial additional purchase outlay.

It should also be remembered that gas prices have consistently been on an upward trend and are likely to continue to rise during the life of the car, making the Toyota Prius an even more economical investment…. Wouldn’t you agree?

              Coming Soon to a Dealership Close to You

Be on the lookout for a new Prius coming to town. Later the Prius C (for City) will become available. This is a more compact and efficient Prius than the standard models. More on this in a future post.

 

 

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2012 Toyota Sienna – Car buying Tips – Brad Your Car Guy

The 2012 Toyota Sienna is Toyota’s premier minivan.

The Sienna was originally meant to replace the earlier Previa minivan which saw lackluster sales in 1997. Despite it being in the minivan category, the Sienna is based and patterned on the Camry platform which it also shares the Toyota Kentucky manufacturing plant with.

Originally smaller than competing vehicles in the same category, the release of the 2nd generation Toyota Sienna saw the vehicle going through a size revamp allowing it to go toe to toe with what used to be its bigger competitors.

Having went through its 2nd major revamp and into the 3rd generation Sienna in 2011, the minivan is considered one of the Big Four most highly rated minivans in the world. The 2012 Toyota Sienna offers the most diverse configurations and variations for a wide range of customer preferences with its 12 available trim levels.

Exterior -2012 Toyota Sienna

Because the transition from the 2nd generation to the 3rd generation occurred with the introduction of the 2011 model, the exterior of the 2012 Toyota Sienna is no different to its direct predecessor. However, the 2011 and 2012 Sienna, both of which are of the 3rd generation, has greatly improved exterior aesthetics compared to the 2nd generation.

Compared to other competing minivans, the 2012 Toyota Sienna adopted a design with more pronounced forms on the nose down to the windows. Unlike most minivans with similar designs, the Sienna is less boxy and tapers softly from the front to the rear.

Interior-2012 Toyota Sienna

Designed primarily as a family vehicle, the interior of the 2012 Toyota Sienna is spacious and packed with features that parents and kids would love. The design of the dashboard is made so as to make the driver and the front passenger feel the least congested. The interior is specially designed to create spaces for each passenger and the nearby temperature and volume controls blend well with the overall feel of the Sienna’s cabin.

Perhaps the most comfortable area of the 2012 Toyota Sienna especially during long rides is the 3rd row seating compartment. Unlike SUV 3rd row seating which feels cramped and uncomfortable, the Sienna provides the exact opposite because of the ample amount of headspace and legroom.

Comfort and Convenience-2012 Toyota Sienna

The most basic trim level of the 2012 Toyota Sienna offers the basic features expected in a minivan. These include manual seats, an excellent stereo system, and air conditioning, but those who have more to spend and who want more value for money will surely find that the higher trim levels offer more than what they can expect in a family minivan.

The most popular upgrade available for the 2012 Toyota Sienna among families is the 16.4-inch rear seat DVD system. This system has the ability to show a single DVD in widescreen for each of the two rear seat displays or two separate DVDs to cater to 2 different audiences. This feature is perfect for parents who have kids that have different favorites when it comes to TV shows.

2012 Toyota Sienna  Safety Rating

Because it is primarily marketed as a family vehicle, Toyota engineers put a premium on safety while designing and testing the 2012 Toyota Sienna. Because of this, the vehicle has achieved optimum performance in the safety tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration earning five stars out of five for side impact crash testing and four stars for rollover rating. Aside from the NHTSA, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety also recognizes the high safety rating of the Sienna and even named it a Top Safety Pick because of its performance in the crash tests they conducted.

A Top Toyota Family Pick

When displayed with other Toyota family vehicles, the 2012 Toyota Sienna will surely be a top pick among large families because of the iconic design of a minivan. It is just the perfect vehicle to take the kids to and from school, practice, or other family destinations such as camping or fishing.

 

 

 

 

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The 2012 Toyota Camry – Car Buying Tips – Brad your Car Guy

2012 Toyota Camry Has Earned Worldwide Appeal

Not only is the Toyota Camry the bestselling car in the United States and North America, it is also one of the safest. This reflects in its strong customer base in many countries around the world except for Europe where competition is fierce and incidentally in Japan.

In some Asian countries, the Camry is seen as an executive vehicle.

The new 2012 Toyota Camry comes as a slightly redesigned version that exerts a tough exterior but with a smooth and stylish touch. It also has a load of new features under its sleeves that are sure to strengthen its hold as the number one sedan in the market today.

Improvements –for the 2012 Toyota Camry

Considering the fact that many of Toyota’s big vehicle revamps were made in 2007 and just recently in 2011, there really isn’t so much to expect in terms of upgrades for the 2012 Toyota Camry. But the design team still found room to improve, and they did.

More for Less

However, Toyota has been generous in making sure that customers get more than what they pay for by adding some nifty little features that make a purchase more than worthwhile.

Toyota engineers think long and hard about changes it will make to its prized vehicle fearing the risk of drastically affecting sales. That is why the 2012 Toyota Camry will be included again, among the top selling cars for the past 15 years.

Small Incremental Improvements

What many prospective buyers will notice upon seeing the 2012 Toyota Camry  is small and incremental changes. Noticeable upgrades will be seen in the exterior, and interior. What you can’t see, except in your wallet, of course is the improvement in fuel efficiency. These enhancements will continue to add to the iconic design and appeal of the 2012 Toyota Camry.

Exterior and Interior-

Highlighting the new 2012 Toyota Camry exterior are small changes such as.

• A refitted bonnet/nose
• Revamped headlight design
• Integrated chrome grille
• New rear taillight designs
• New front bumper cover
• Lower air intake, and
• Chrome fog light recesses

Next the design team at Toyota worked hard to add the interior roomier. They accomplished this by adjusting several components such as the headliner [head room], the pillar caps, the center console, as well as the door control panels. This combination provides a more comfortable seating configuration. 

Electronic Features-

The 2012 Toyota Camry is packed with electronic features that make it more than just a family sedan. Buyers have a choice of choosing electronic features and upgrades depending on their chosen trim level. Some of these features and upgrades include an:

• LCD display system integrated with a six-speaker AM/FM/CD system
• 6.1-inch touch screen LCD with HD radio,
•  ITunes tagging audio system, and voice-controlled navigation.
• Display technology used in these systems gives the driver or the passengers the capability of personalizing other vehicle systems and controls.
• To top it all off, the most advanced electronics system in the form of a navigation system with a 7-inch display connected to 10 JBL Green Edge speakers.

This entire electronics package provides the driver and the passengers with an entertainment and navigation system that only can be described as “da bomb”.

Safety-First-Five Stars

Perhaps one of the biggest reasons to own a 2012 Toyota Camry as a family vehicle is safety. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration rating for the 2012 Camry stands at 5 stars. The highest rating a vehicle can achieve. This is impressive due to the new and more rigorous testing procedures introduced by the current administration.

Crumble Zones and More Air Bags

A crumple zone {CZ} is a safety design feature that absorbs energy. In the event of an accident, the CZ absorbs the majority of the displaced energy before reaching the passenger seating area.  The body structure is designed to crumple at certain areas and withstand deformity near the passenger compartment to ensure maximum protection. 

In addition, the vehicle is equipped with 10 standard air bags as well as the Toyota Star Safety System which is a complete vehicle safety solution that incorporates safety in stability control, traction, and braking among others.

Fuel Economy

Another good reason why the 2012 Toyota Camry could still retain its top spot in the sedan bestseller list is its improved fuel efficiency which further improves the EPA rating of the 2012 Camry to 25/34 miles per gallon city/highway compared to the 22/32 miles per gallon city/highway of its outgoing 2011 predecessor.

 

 

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2012 Toyota Venza – Car Buying Tips – Brad Your Car Guy

2012 Toyota Venza –

The Toyota Motor Corporation has always been innovative in producing unique vehicles that lead rather than follow the crowd, vehicles like the 2012 Toyota Venza

Customer Feed Back

The company is more concerned with listening to feedback from its customers than trying to please the motoring press. It sticks with what it knows will appeal to a large segment of the market.

The feedback from customers was we want a comfortable driving machine with plenty of space for both the occupant and cargo. The 2012 Toyota Venza was the answer. A Toyota engineer wraps this impressive vehicle in a sleek, stylish machine.  It is a real eye-catcher compared to some of its chunkier-looking competitors in the crossover class.

Three Distinctive Trim Levels                                                                                                                                            The Venza which initially was sold in just one trim now comes in three different trims.             

• The base model is the Venza LE.
• This is followed by the Venza XLE which adds more up-market features like using  real wood panelling and having seats leather-covered.
• Then there is the top-level trim, the Venza Limited.

The crossover can be purchased with one of two engines, either a 2.7-liter, 4-cylinder that will deliver 182 horsepower and torque of 182 pound-feet, or a beefier 3.5-liter, V6 engine capable of 268 horsepower and torque of 246 pound-feet.

The 2012 Toyota Venza It is available with all-wheel-drive for those who will be driving off-road or in difficult conditions, or there is a front-wheel-drive version. Gearing is managed by an electronic, 6-speed automatic transmission.

A Good Balance between Size and Fuel Efficiency

The 2012 Toyota Venza is somewhat smaller in height than other cars in this class. There is a fuel efficiency bonus here. The smaller size makes it more economical, capable of 21mpg in city driving and 27mpg in highway driving. The overall design still leaves plenty of room for cargo and passengers. The design gives the 2012 Toyota Venza that sleek European style lacking in the majority of crossovers. 

Interior

The seats in the Venza are fabric-covered as standard, but there is a package available providing leather-covered seats. The driver’s seat is 8-way adjustable while the front passenger seat is 4-way adjustable. The rear seat is a 60/40 split with pull-down central armrest. The rear seat can fold flat to maximize cargo storage space.

The 2012 Toyota Venza standard vehicle ships with: 

•  Integrated AM/FM radio and CD player with RMP3/WPA playback capability.
•  iPod and Bluetooth connectivity giving access to music streaming and hands-free  phone.
•  Optionally available is an integrated, voice activated, DVD touch-screen navigation system.
•  A rear seat DVD with 9-inch screen is also optional.
•  There are a number of other packages available on the Venza these include:
•  Projector-beam high intensity discharge headlamps with automatic high beam with auto on/off
•  Powered rear lift gate and fold in or out , heated outside mirrors.

The company’s Star Safety System manages the 2012 Toyota Venza’s Braking.

This is an integrated control system combining five different technologies. The sophisticated, computerized braking and stability control delivers in all types of driving conditions.

The system helps to prevent loss of control by constantly monitoring the driver’s behavior and the road conditions. As an example the braking “brain” individually adjusts the brakes on each wheel and/or adjusts the throttle.

This Safety Feature is Always Important

There is an anti-lock braking system to prevent wheel locking during emergency stops. The Star Safety system built into the 2012 Toyota Venza can also help to avoid wheel spinning on slippery surfaces. The benefit here is it works to provide maximum braking efficiency on every wheel when required, making the Toyota Venza an exceptionally safe car to drive and to own.

 

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Top Three Car Buying Tips Most People Don’t Know Guaranteed to Get Your Best Deal

The Top Three Secret Tips on How to Find the Car, Crossover, SUV or Truck You Really Want at the Best Price and Best Financing Rates Available

First- Discover Your Customer Pain Index Number

The average consumer buys a new or used car every 30 months and all studies show that the trend will continue for years to come.  Take this tip sheet, apply the advice and shopping for a new or used vehicle will be a fun and exciting event as it should be. Allow me to introduce to you how Ben Franklin would have engaged the acronym SPACED to buy a car.

The Acronym S.P.A.C.E.D is the thermostat for the    Customer Pain Index

SPACED is a way to perform a quick scan of the entire feature likes and dislikes of any vehicle. Each letter in the acronym will provide a prompt to help you evaluate your current transportation, likes, dislikes, needs and wants.

• S=Safety ~What new safety features do you want or need?
• P=Performance ~Are you underpowered and want more horsepower?
• A=Appearance ~Is there a new make or model that melts your butter?
• C=Comfort~More room, bigger, better ride, leather seats, more options?
• E=Economy~Better Fuel economy, lower maintenance and or insurance cost?
• D=Dependability ~Longer or new Warranties, better manufacturing etc

Tip # 1. Free PDF Download-Fill out and Answer the Ben Franklin Appraisal Sheet.

• Take a sheet of paper and draw a line down the middle of the sheet forming two columns. The Left Column and the Right Column.
• The Left Column should read “Everything I Do Not Like about my current Vehicle”.
• The Right Column should read “Everything I Like about My Current Vehicle”.
• Or make it real easy.  Download and print the Ben Franklin Appraisal Sheet I prepared  for you–click here Your Ben Franklin Pain Index Guide on the blue print.

Unless you have an unlimited checking account it is mandatory that you complete these two lists first before you go on line or visit a dealership to look at cars. This exercise alone will save you time, money and irritation. Guaranteed.

First Start with “Everything I Don’t Like”.  Write down and list everything, even the trivial stuff.  This is your list of what is causing you “pain” in the ownership of your current vehicle.  This list are the items, lack of features, performance, comfort, convenience or safety issues that got you in the market, the looking mode for a new or used vehicle.

Tabulate Your Customer Pain Index Number

Next after you compile the list, rank your entire list of things from top to bottom, from worst to least. What item gives you the most pain to the least pain but still is irritating.

Most people list 5 to 8 items that they really don’t like about their current vehicle; and or they want in a new vehicle that does not exist for their current car, truck, crossover, SUV or van.

Let’s assume you have a list of 7 items on your “do not like list”.  Next I want you to rank them from worst to least in pain or aggravation.  So your worst item would occupy #1 on your list. The # 2 item on your list is an item you want to improve on but is not as bad as #1 and so on with #3, # 4 etc to the end of your list.  The one or two items at the top of the list or your Pain Index are two features we want to concentrate on.

The Secret to Lock in Your Best Deal as Well as Will Cure Your Pain

Have you ever heard the term “Wow they, he or she sure has your Number”.  The top item on your “do not like list” is your Number, this is your Pain Index Number.

Almost every vehicle has a least 2000 features, advantages and or benefits. However 90% percent of the REASON you buy any high dollar product, like a home, car, investment, jewelry, furniture etc is decided by only one or two features.

Let me restate that. Out of all of these features in these products, 90% of the reason you will buy any one particular product is due to one or two features you need, you want or will solve your problem or pain. All of the other features are nice, but without the top one or two you will pass on the purchase. Why? Because those one or two items completely erase your pain. Sold!

This is Top Secret Tip #1. Tomorrow I will publish Secret # 2.  For now download the Ben Franklin Appraisal Sheet and fill it out. In my next post I will explain how to leverage the information and details you have listed on the Appraisal Sheet.

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A Bartlesville Benchmark Since 1968- Doenges Toyota

In 1968, when the first Toyota came rolling off the transport truck at Doenges Ford, there were a lot of people stopping to look. To say the little Japanese cars didn’t quite look right amongst the bigger ‘69 Ford Mustangs, Torinos, Galaxys, Broncos and F-Series trucks would be an understatement.

But Bill Doenges thought he was on to something. You see, that little car was built pretty well, and best of all got an amazing 26 miles per gallon.

Toyota has come a long way since then, and so has Doenges Toyota, now in its third generation of the Doenges family.

We’ve been with many of you from your very first car to your very first family car, to the car you drive to see your grandchildren. There’s been a lot of press lately about how Toyota’s rapid growth led them to overlook the quality of certain aspects of their vehicles. Over the past few months, Toyota and Toyota dealers like Doenges have tirelessly made strides to correct the issues and live up to what Toyota drivers expect in their vehicles. Every customer will be satisfied. Completely Satisfied Customers, a Doenges Ford Lincoln Mercury Toyota trademark and tradition for the last 69 years.

Just like Bill stood beside Toyota in 1968, Doenges Toyota stands beside the brand today. When you purchased your Toyota from Doenges, you didn’t buy it from a big corporation. You bought if from a family owned business, with a deep history of almost seventy years in the community and a Sales and Service staff that we believe reflects our passion for what we do.

Despite the recent troubles for Toyota, and despite predatory sales techniques like government-owned General Motors using tax payer bail-out money as incentives to bribe Toyota owners to hand in their keys, you have stood beside us. We thank you. To thank you for standing beside us.

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Bartlesville C.A.R.S Update #2 “Hurry and Get Here” Doenges Toyota Ford Lincoln Mercury

The C.A.R.S. “Cash for Clunkers” Has Been the Most Successful Promotion to Help the Consumer Buy a Vehicle in the last 50 years. However the Bureaucrats are afraid they are going to Run out of Money before the Deadline!!!

In order to get you fair share of government free money, get in your vehicle and come to the dealership now.

Hurry!……… We are getting reports that the money is going fast. However there is still money left and we know how to get it.

We Did Our Homework and it has Paid Off for You the Consumer.

We have the C.A.R,S  [Cash Allowance Rebate System]  process down to the T. Our customers who have taken advantage of the CARS program are tickled pink with their new vehicles.

Now it is your turn to indulge yourself.

A few customer have asked. ” What if for some reason I did not qualify for the $4,500 C.A.R.S. Program  what can you do to help us out?

• You will Probably Qualify for the Doenges GUV [Almost New] Discount Program

If your vehicle didn’t qualify for cash for clunkers or you still sitting on the fence– we have great news. We have developed the Doenges GUV Program for you.  The Doenges Gently Used Vehicles Program is a large inventory of Almost New Discounted Vehicles with warranties. All come with huge savings over buying new.

With C.A.R.S or the Doenges GUV program we have a plan for you to buy a new or almost new car at a significant discount.

Get your trade vehicle, your paper work and head straight to Doenges Ford Lincoln Mercury, Toyota. Do you have a question or two? Call 918-333-0900 and ask for Tina. She will answer any questions you have and provide the proper advice to make a wise decision.

(Even if you don’t live in our trade area call anyways we would be delighted to answer your questions and provide straight-up car buying advice.)

We have two plans to help you purchase a vehicle.

Plan A. The C.A.R.S. Car Allowance Rebate System

Plan B.  The Doenges GUV Almost New Discount Purchase Program for Gently Used Vehicles.

If you don’t qualify for Plan A we will get you qualified for Plan B.

Doenges refuses to suffer from the “Cash for Clunkers Blues”

Come in now ….I guarantee…. you deserve and will have a fun and great time buying your new car.

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