Monthly Archives: April 2012

Your Regular Maintenance Schedule

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Car maintenance: the thing that everyone dreads doing and puts it off until the last possible minute. We understand that regular maintenance can be a pain, but there are universal maintenance schedules that you can follow, making it easier to identify the services your car needs and when to have them done.

In addition to your car’s owners manual, consult this list for your regularly scheduled maintenance needs:

Every 3,000-7,000 Miles

  • Replace oil filter
  • Refill washer fluid
  • Get an oil change every 5,000 miles
  • Check transmission fluid, coolant, power steering fluid, wiper blades, tires, and lights

Every 15,000-30,000 Miles

  • Replace the air filter, fuel filter, and power steering fluid
  • Check the battery, coolant levels, radiator hoses, HVAC system, suspension, and brake pads

Every 35,000-50,000 Miles

  • Replace battery if needed
  • Replace spark plugs and spark plug wires
  • Check ignition system and suspension

Every 60,000 Miles

  • Replace radiator hoses, brake pads, brake fluid, coolant, and timing belt
  • Check HVAC system, tires, and suspension

Stay up to date with these guidelines and your car will thank you with years of proper performance! Be sure to stop by the Lake Toyota Service Department to take care of any of these maintenance needs.

Redesigned 2013 Toyota Avalon Unveiled

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The newly redesigned 2013 Toyota Avalon made its debut at the 2012 New York Auto Show.  The all-new Avalon combines a bold exterior design and luxurious interior with enhanced technological features sure to please any driver.

The focus of the design team was to make the 2013 Avalon appeal to the North American market. The sleek and sporty exterior works to create a sense of motion even when the car is stopped.  In addition to the breathtaking design, the 2013 Avalon also boasts a new suspension system and improved body bracing.

The 2013 Avalon also has new in-car technologies like three-color display screens and a standard 6.1-inch touchscreen.  Available features include an HDD Premium Navigation with 7-inch screen, heated front and rear seats, dynamic radar cruise control, and a three-zone air conditioning system.

Safety continues to be a priority for Toyota and the 2013 Avalon is no exception.  This sedan comes standard with a best-in-class 10 airbag system and Toyota’s Star Safety System, which includes vehicle stability control and smart stop technology.

Look forward to the arrival of the 2013 Toyota Avalon at Lake Toyota.

Lake Toyota Receives the 2012 President’s Award

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Lake Toyota prides itself on superior customer satisfaction and strives to make every car buying or auto service experience as positive and stress-free as possible. Toyota Motor Sales recognized this dedication and honored Lake Toyota with one of the highest awards a Toyota dealer can receive: the President’s Award.

In order to qualify for this award, Lake Toyota had to excel in both customer sales satisfaction and customer service satisfaction; they succeeded in both. The President’s Award demonstrates that Lake Toyota upholds the basic tenants of Toyota’s mission: to provide a positive customer experience at the time of purchase as well as throughout ownership of the vehicle.

As part of the award, Lake Toyota will receive national recognition in an Automotive News ad, name badge recognition at all dealer events, and a Tiffany crystal President’s Award trophy.

Congratulations Lake Toyota! Your hard work has paid off.

Used Car Sales at Lake Toyota

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Lake Toyota knows what used car buyers want: quality used cars with a low price tag. That is why they have a low mileage used car selection. These pre-owned vehicles have a maximum of 25,000 miles on them, some with as low as 5,000. And I can’t forget to mention their special sale prices.

2011 Toyota Tundra

2011 Toyota Tundra

Check out these low mileage used car specials:

  • 2011 Toyota Tundra: 4,892 miles; $45,991
  • 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser: 6,200 miles; $30,961
  • 2010 Mercury Mariner: 8,607 miles; $21,840
  • 2011 Chevy Impala: 12,113 miles; $20,900
  • 2011 Toyota Tundra: 15,857 miles; $29,991
  • 2012 Hyundai Sonata: 17,069; $21,461
  • 2011 Toyota RAV4: 18,132; $25,991
  • 2012 Chevy Malibu: 18,685; $23,991
  • 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe: 19,326 miles; $23,491
  • 2011 Ford Escape: 25,432; $24,961

Visit Lake Toyota’s website to check out these great deals or come to their showroom. Either way, don’t miss out on these used car sales!

Meet the Lake Toyota Staff

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Did you know that Lake Toyota is a part of the Bergstrom Cars dealership group? Well, they are. And did you know Bergstrom Cars has been around since 1923? You learn something new every day.

Bergstrom Cars and the staff of Lake Toyota have been happily serving the Devils Lake community for years. Now is your chance to get to know the gang better. Bergstromcars.com provides a complete overview of the Bergstrom Cars history as well as information about each of the three Bergstrom dealerships: Lake Chevy, Lake Toyota, and Marketplace Ford.

Bergstromcars.com has a brief overview of each Lake Toyota sale person as well as a video featuring the employee. This way, you can get to know the sales department before you even walk into the showroom.

Go to Bergstromcars.com to learn more about your select Devils Lake Toyota dealer!

2012 Toyota Camry Finance Offers

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The Toyota Camry: it’s a car that has been known and loved for years. Now in the 2012 model year, there is even more to love about the Camry.

This sedan comes with Bluetooth hands-free phone, a touch-screen display, push-button start, and a universal home remote.

2012 Toyota CamryAnd who doesn’t love sale prices? Lake Toyota is happy to offer a number of finance offers on the Camry, including:

  • 2.9% APR for 36 months
  • 2.9% APR for 48 months
  • 2.9% APR for 60 months

Want to see what all the hype is about? Get your very own 2012 Toyota Camry at Lake Toyota at a great, low price!

Negotiate Your Price Online with Lake Toyota

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Most people dread buying a car – new or used. There is an unnecessary expectation that the price will be haggled over and that the deal will end in a win/lose situation – usually with the customer losing.

Well Lake Toyota is here to tell you to put those stereotypes to rest! Their online negotiation tool ensures that you can work to get the price you want, without the never-ending haggling. And it doesn’t hurt that it can all be done in the comfort of your home.

To begin the negotiation process, you will need to provide your contact information, select which new or used car you are interested in, and make note of whether you have a trade-in and/or would like financing.

Lake Toyota will take your side of the negotiation into consideration and shoot their offer back, including the price, payment, and terms.

You can either choose to take the deal or keep shopping around – it’s risk free and the choice is up to you!

So visit Lake Toyota’s website and see what online negotiation can do for you.

Toyota Earns Best Brand in KKB’s Best Resale Value Awards

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With over 19 model awards, Toyota fearlessly captured the 2012 Kelley Blue Book’s Best Resale Value Award for Best Brand. And it is really any surprise?

Toyota prides itself on reliability and safety, two metrics that factor heavily in resale value.

Here are the models that were honored with Best Resale Value Awards, assisting Toyota in achieving the title of Best Brand:

2012 Toyota Highlander

2012 Toyota Highlander

Hybrids and Electrics: Prius, Prius Plug-in, Prius v, Camry Hybrid, and Highlander Hybrid.

Sedans & Hatchbacks: Corolla, Camry, Avalon, Yaris, and Matrix.

Minivan & SUVs: Sienna, RAV4, Venza, Highlander, FJ Cruiser, 4Runner, and Sequoia

Trucks: Tacoma and Tundra

Come to Lake Toyota to get a reliable and high-quality Toyota today!

The Toyota College Grad Rebate

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Have you graduated from college in the last two years? Need a new car? Toyota has the answer.

Through Toyota Financial Services, recent college grads can take advantage of no down payment and no payments for the first 90 days, competitive APRs, and a $1,000 rebate with the purchase or lease of a new Toyota.

The Toyota models eligible for the College Grad Rebate are: Camry, Corolla, Matrix, RAV4, Tacoma, and Yaris.

Check out more information as well as restrictions on Lake Toyota’s website. You’ve already shelled out countless dollars for college – why spend even more on a car? Cut the cost with the Toyota College Grad Rebate!