Cash for Clunkers Available on 15 Toyota and Scion Models
6/29/09
Posted by Elizabeth Phelps
Your old car could save you up to $4,500 on a new vehicle, thanks to the U.S. Government’s trade-in program.
Oak Lawn Toyota is the place to shop, if you want to cash in on the Cash for Clunkers program. That’s because you have so many different cars, hybrids, trucks, and SUVs to choose from! We’re talking Avalon, Camry, Corolla, FJ Cruiser, Highlander, Matrix, Prius, Solara, Sienna, RAV4, Tacoma, Tundra, Venza, Yaris and 4Runner. Plus, Scion’s full line is eligible: the tC, xB, and xD.
Here’s how the program works: you don’t need a voucher, all you have to do is trade in your old car for a newer, more fuel-efficient one, and Oak Lawn Toyota will apply a credit to the purchase of your new vehicle. Your vehicle must be less than 25 years old on the trade-in date. Only purchase or lease of new vehicles qualifies. Generally, trade-in vehicles must get 18 or less MPG (some very large pick-up trucks and cargo vans have different requirements).
For more information, call 708-423-5200 and one of our Sales Associates will be happy to explain how much money you could receive for your trade-in!
Oak Lawn Toyota Holiday Hours
6/29/09
Posted by Elizabeth Phelps
We will be open on Saturday, July 4th!
Oak Lawn Toyota will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the 4th of July. We will also be participating in the Village of Oak Lawn’s Annual 4th of July Parade. Be sure to celebrate Independence Day with Oak Lawn Toyota this year!
An Update on M Softee's Competition
6/26/09
Posted by Elizabeth Phelps
Bikini girl strikes again.
For the second day in a row, the Papa Luigis girl donned a string bikini top and board shorts. And for the second day in a row, she nearly sold out of pizza. Go figure.
M Softee Has Some Serious Competition!
6/25/09
Posted by Elizabeth Phelps
A local food delivery service makes record sales thanks to a genius marketing ploy.
Papa Luigis, one of Oak Lawn Toyota’s food service vendors, broke their lunchtime sales records this afternoon thanks to their new bikini-clad saleswoman. Let’s just say that people who NEVER buy lunch from this vendor made the trek outside to check out the “goods” on the truck. >Who would have thought that a simple string-bikini could do so much to boost sales? Your move, M Softee. I’m thinking a Speedo.
Convertible Weather
6/23/09
Posted by Elizabeth Phelps
Ride around in style with the top down!
This summer weather always makes me wish I were driving around in a slick (slick’s the adjective of the day, by the way) convertible with my hair blowing in the wind…
We have a beautiful one on the lot right now. It’s a 2007 Solara convertible with only 6,600 miles. It has a charcoal leather interior with all the luxury finishes you’d want. It’s not going to last long, so stop by Oak Lawn Toyota today to check it out.
Gotta go.... M Softee is here a little early today!
Hands Free Solutions for your Toyota
6/23/09
Posted by Elizabeth Phelps
Want a Bluetooth system on your vehicle? We can install it for you!
Toyota just made available a virtual “hands-free” Bluetooth system as an aftermarket accessory. The BLU Logic Hands-Free System integrates with your factory audio system to initiate and answer calls, enabling cell-phone use.
It looks like a great option to look into—especially if your vehicle didn’t come factory-installed with a Bluetooth system. It’s a Toyota Genuine Part, so you can order it directly from Oak Lawn Toyota. If you’d like more information, just call us at 423-5200.
Patience a Prerequisite for Prius Buyers
6/17/09
Posted by Elizabeth Phelps
Want to get your hands on the hottest car on the market right now? You’re not alone!
It’s no secret that the 2010 Toyota Prius is one of the most buzz-worthy cars out there. So is it any surprise that if you want one you’ll have to (a) get on a wait list for the popular hybrid and (b) pay list price? Granted, if for some reason a 2010 Prius arrives at the dealership, and if you’re not picky about the color or about which package it is (II, III, IV or V), and if you’re a very lucky person, then you can drive off the lot with the new “it” car today. However, if you want a certain model, then be prepared to get on a wait list for a few months. Hey, it could be worse… you could live in and have to wait 6 months for one.
The next question you’ll probably want to ask is, is it worth the wait? In my opinion, it totally is. I mean, this is the must-have car on the market right now. It’s way better than any other hybrid out there. Toyota has really stepped it up a notch with the third generation Prius. Just compare it with its “closest” competitor, its look-alike, the Honda Insight. The 2010 Prius has more horsepower (134 compared to the Insight’s 98), it has better fuel economy on the city/hwy/combined (51/48/50 compared to the insight’s 40/43/41), plus it offers EV, Eco and Power modes, whereas Insight only has an Eco mode. The Prius is also bigger than the insight—with a larger interior and more cargo room, plus the Prius has more features available like an integrated back-up camera, power moonroof with solar panels, park assist, lane keep assist and MUCH, much more!
I seriously could go on and on about this amazing car, but you really have to see it for yourself. Think about it, you could be the envy of all your friends—someone who’s tech-savvy and who cares about the environment. And let’s be honest, the fact that the car gets 50 miles per gallon is pretty awesome— just for fun, click on the gas calculator I posted last week and figure out how much money you could be saving in gas.
I’ll post a video with a Prius walk-around from one of our Prius specialists at Oak Lawn Toyota soon. That way you can check it out for yourself!
XM Available on More Toyotas
6/16/09
Posted by Elizabeth Phelps
XM satellite radio fans have more options with Toyota.
More of your favorite Toyota models will include XM radio factory-installed in the next year. Toyota just announced that it will offer XM on more than 1 million of its vehicles by the end of 2009. The 2010 Camry will have XM as a standard model with a premium sound system. Camrys with standard audio systems will continue to offer XM as an option. In addition, XM’s real-time traffic service, XM NavTraffic, will be standard on all Camry models with navigation. XM and XM NavTraffic are already available on the Corolla, Matrix, and Venza.
Pets, Parades, and Oak Lawn Toyota!
6/12/09
Posted by Elizabeth Phelps
Shop for a new car with Fido in tow at the Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce's Pet Parade and New Car Show.
Bring the family to Oak Lawn's Village Green (94th and Raymond Ave.) on Saturday, June 13th for a day unlike any other! Where else can you watch a pet parade, peruse for deals on food, clothing, and cars, plus take in a free magic show and bean bag tournament?
For more information, check out the Oak Lawn Village web site.
Celebrity Prius Drivers
6/11/09
Posted by Elizabeth Phelps
Which Celebs are driving around Hollywood in a Toyota Prius? Check out the list below.
Leonardo DiCaprio, Cameron Diaz, Alicia Silverstone, Arianna Huffington, Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, Bill Maher, Prince Charles, Woddy Harrelson, Harrison Ford, Ed Begley, Susan Sarandon, Kevin Bacon, Jack Nicholson, Billy Crystal, Larry David, Ewan McGregor, Robin Williams, David Duchovny, Alexandra Paul, America Fererra, Billy Joel, Dr. Andrew Weil, Ted Danson, Will Ferrell, Salma Hayek, Patricia Arquette, David Hyde Pierce, Ellen DeGeneres, Tom Hanks, Rob Reiner, Hart Bochner, Donny Osmond, Kurt Russell, Jack Black, Donna Mills, and Kirk Douglas.
Fuel Savings Calculator
6/11/09
Posted by Elizabeth Phelps
Ever wonder how much you could save on gas if you had a different car?
Buyatoyota.com has a really cool feature where you can estimate the money you could be saving in fuel costs if you purchase one of the many Toyota models that get more than 30 miles per gallon. Click on the link and try it out for yourself!
Could Prius be America’s Next Top Model?
6/11/09
Posted by Elizabeth Phelps
A recent article claims Toyota is hoping to make the hybrid America’s best-selling car.
There’s no doubt that the 3rd generation Toyota Prius is a hit, but could it one day be as popular as the Camry in America? According to the vehicle’s designers, that’s exactly what they’re pushing for. And they think they can achieve that goal, judging from sales in Japan where the Prius was the country’s best-selling car in May.
Blaine Harden wrote in the Washington Post about the demand for the Prius in Japan:
Overtime has been brought back at the two plants that assemble the car. Workers have been transferred in from factories around the country.
Production has grown to 50,000 cars a month, but customers in Japan must wait three to four months to drive home a new Prius.
In the U.S., the Prius is seen as a car for people who care about the environment, for those who want to reduce their carbon footprint. But according to this article, Toyota wants to expand the Prius fan base to the masses.
“We are not forsaking the people who want to make an environmental statement,” said Paul Nolasco, a Toyota spokesman who helped lead the tour in and around Toyota City. “But the objective of the Prius is to get the family to the mall, not to see how far you can go on so many drops of gas.”
Japanese car buyers may have to wait three to four months for their Priuses, but here in America, that’s not the case. In fact, Oak Lawn Toyota has some 2010 Prius models in stock, with more on the way. Of course, if you’d like to order the perfect Prius for you, you’ll have to wait a few months. Call 708-423-5200 for more information!
It’s Time to Take a Look at the Camry Hybrid!
6/11/09
Posted by Elizabeth Phelps
Toyota is offering a $2,000 rebate on the 2009 Camry Hybrid
Toyota just announced this morning that they’re extending the June specials to include $2,000 customer cash on the 2009 Camry Hybrid. In lieu of the rebate, customers can opt to take advantage of special financing: 1.9% for 26 months, 2.9% for 48 months, or 3.9% for 60 months.
With gas prices in Chicagoland hovering around the three-dollar mark, there’s never been a better time to consider going green. With 33/34 miles per gallon, the Camry Hybrid is sure to save you trips to the pump.
Looking For 0%? Toyota’s Got You Covered
6/11/09
Posted by Elizabeth Phelps
Toyota is offering 0% financing for many of its models this month.
Although the catchy (some would say annoying) “Saved by Zero” commercials are no longer on the air, Toyota still currently has 0% financing available on many of its models for those who qualify. And that’s good news for people looking to buy!
Take the 2009 Camry, ’09 Matrix, and ’09 RAV4, for instance. Customers can get 0% financing on those vehicles for 36 months. The 2009 Corolla and ’09 Tundra have 0% financing available for 36 and 48 months. And if you’re looking for a really great deal, look no further than the 2009 Yaris and the ’09 Prius. Customers can take advantage of 0% financing for 36, 48, or 60 months!
Remember, these incentives are only good for the month of June. So, stop by Oak Lawn Toyota today to explore your options!
3rd Generation Prius
6/9/09
Posted by Elizabeth Phelps
Have you seen the new commercials for the 2010 Prius?
Click on the link below, and you can watch a behind-the-scenes look at how the commercial was produced.
2010 Prius Commercial Behind-the-Scenes
Free Music Tuesdays
6/9/09
Posted by Elizabeth Phelps
You asked, Toyota answered.
A lot of people are wondering the name of the song that’s featured in the new Prius commercial. It’s Petra Haden’s “Let Your Love Flow.” Toyota is offering a FREE mp3 download of the song at Myspace Music. Just follow the link below!
Toyota Music
