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Wear and Use Guidelines for a Toyota Lease

 
Mike New
Finance Director

Normal wear and tear to a vehicle is to be expected.

We can all relate to the occasional scratch and scuff. However, mileage in excess of that specified on your lease agreement, and damages exceeding normal wear and use may be chargeable to you upon the end of your lease.

To help avoid any surprises and charges, review our general Wear and Use Guidelines, below, for examples of what is considered?

 
Mike New
Finance Director

1
. M.S.R.P

The manufactures suggested selling price

 2. Negotiated Price of the Vehicle

The purchase price of the vehicle agreed upon by the buyer and the dealer.

 3. Down Payment

An initial amount paid to reduce the amount financed.

 4. Vehicle Service Contract

Protection on specified mechanical and electrical components of the vehicle available for purchase, to supplement…

 
Mike New
Finance Director
 
Essentially, there are five types of credit and they are the following:
          Loans:

Various types of loans are offered by banks, and other financial services providers. Loans enable individuals and companies to obtain cash. Loans vary according to the amount borrowed, the repayment term, and the terms and conditions. Repayment of a loan can be done in full or lump…


Mike New
Finance Director

Do you want to know how the amount of Your Car Loan compares to the national average?

 According to data from federalreserve.gov,

  • The Average Amount Financed for a new car, in 2010, was $26,673.
  • The loan-to-value (LTV) of these loans was 80…

Mike Johnson
Director of Pre-Owned Sales
 
There are many Certified Vehicle programs out there? some programs  Better than the others.

Toyota's Certified program at Toyota Sunnyvale has been around for many years and has evolved over time, to give the Consumer the Trust in knowing they are getting a an Excellent Vehicle and that Toyota stands behind their product.

Here are a few reasons to consider…

Should I Lease a Vehicle?

 
Mike New
Finance Director

If you are considering Leasing, there are several things to keep in mind.

  1. The Monthly Payments on a lease are usually lower than monthly Finance Payments on the same vehicle, because you are paying for the vehicle's expected depreciation during the lease term, plus.
    • the Rent Charge,
    • Taxes, and Fees.

  2. But at the end of a lease, you must return the vehicle, unless the lease lets you buy it and?

Gary Anderson
Pre-Owned Sales Director

With our economy reeling and gas prices going through the roof, considering a Pre-owned or Certified Vehicle offers you a great value for your next purchase. 

The question You must be asking Yourself is; "Do I really know what I'm buying?

Good question and we appreciate You for asking! You are a smart Customer!

At least twice a week, at Toyota Sunnyvale we begin the day by checking the?

Toyota Care and Toyota Care Plus


Mike New
Finance Manager


A while back I covered a lot of information regarding Toyota Care and Toyota Care Plus. I have received a number of great questions and concerns regarding the plan so I figured I would post a few. 

Q. Will I receive coupons for my Toyota Care maintenance?

A. No. Your vehicle is tied to the complimentary maintenance plan via its Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Your welcome kit will include a Vehicle…


David Coleman
New Car Sales Director

I have been driving trucks my entire life. The first one I drove had a three speed manual transmission that was attached to the steering column. We used to call it a "3 on the tree."

For a long time trucks were anything but sophisticated. They came with "powerful steering and brakes." That meant you needed powerful arms and legs to steer it and to stop it. The brakes?

It happens every day.


Tony Almazan
Pre-Owned Sales Director

Someone goes to an Automobile Dealership, finds a car they want, starts to negotiate, but has to leave for one reason or another.

The next day, the car is gone. They can get angry, but the reality is that people regularly promise to come back the next day and never show. Unless they put a deposit down, most vehicles cannot be held.

If you set aside a full day and…