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#255 of 1076 Re: First One Produced [radiowave] by ecotrklvr Nov 11, 2008 (11:32 am)
Replying to: radiowave (Nov 11, 2008 7:32 am) If you'll accept first-year Renters as well, then I can vouch for quality. Have rented 2008 Highlander and 2009 Matrix in their first 6 months of production. While they both came from a Toyota Dealer, I was impressed. That's for Japan-made and Canada-made. Kentucky-made may be another story, but that's for others to comment.
#256 of 1076 Re: First One Produced [radiowave] by md_outback Nov 11, 2008 (12:46 pm)
Replying to: radiowave (Nov 11, 2008 7:32 am) Hey radiowave, While I probably wouldn't buy a first year car from most manufacturers (especially Audi, but that's another sad personal story), I wouldn't worry about a first year Toyota or Honda product. Not that Toyota is perfect, they got off to a rough start with the new Tundra pickup bult in Texas. But the Georgetown Kentucky plant has been building Camrys and Avalons for years. And the Venza, while a new vehicle, is using a lot of existing (and proven) technology. In my opinion, building Lexus cars has helped Toyota to learn much about eliminating squeaks and rattles typically found in early production cars. Below is an interesting link that shows vehicle production stats from the Kentucky plant. Venzas are slowly coming off the line.   http://www.toyotageorgetown.com/pdfs/prod/prodresults.pdf   MD
#257 of 1076 it's smaller up close by howie305 Nov 11, 2008 (2:38 pm)
I had only seen pictures until yesterday. They have one at the South Fla Auto Show. It looks good but it's smaller than I thought. More like a Mazda CX7 than the Murano I have been looking at. It was the 4 cyl which they said would not be available until February. They would not let you get in it, said the 6 cyl would be at the dealerships Nov 15.
#258 of 1076 Packages/Configurations by wstevec Nov 12, 2008 (9:27 am)
For those of you have have tried to configured a Venza on the Toyota web site and noticed that you have to have at least $4000 + worth of "Options" I was informed that this is how they will arrrieve at the dealers. For those of us wanting to stay under $30K and still get a V6 and All Wheel Drive (I think the MSRP is something like $29.2), you can special order it that way. The Toyota rep said the timeframe would be between 6 and 8 weeks for a special order which I feel is much better than wasting $4000+ on options I would not want. Just my $.02 worth. Replies to this message: md_outback (Nov 12, 2008 10:15 am) mary99 (Nov 12, 2008 11:15 am) wstevec (Nov 13, 2008 4:11 pm) roho1 (Nov 12, 2008 1:49 pm) md_outback (Nov 12, 2008 2:43 pm) kdhspyder (Nov 12, 2008 4:47 pm)
#259 of 1076 Re: Packages/Configurations [wstevec] by md_outback Nov 12, 2008 (10:15 am)
Replying to: wstevec (Nov 12, 2008 9:27 am) Thanks, that's good to know. And even if you don't want a Venza with zero options, a special order may allow you to order just a couple of individual options without buying the larger, more costly "package." The link below lists individual option pricing.   http://pressroom.toyota.com/presstxt/2009toyotakit/2009Venza_r3.pdf
#260 of 1076 Re: Packages/Configurations [wstevec] by mary99 Nov 12, 2008 (11:15 am)
Replying to: wstevec (Nov 12, 2008 9:27 am) I thought there was no 'special order' of Toyotas and Hondas. Did a dealer tell you that? I figured they tell you that to get you to wait while eventually one will roll out configured how you want it and they can arrange to get it for you. Replies to this message: wstevec (Nov 13, 2008 4:11 pm)
#261 of 1076 Re: Packages/Configurations [wstevec] by roho1 Nov 12, 2008 (1:49 pm)
Replying to: wstevec (Nov 12, 2008 9:27 am) Special order?   Unless Toyota has totally changed their business plan as has been discussed here in multiple posts, that won't happen. Another example of salesman misinformation. Unless of course you live in a "special" region. What state do you live in? All us disgruntled former buyers will be flocking there. Replies to this message: md_outback (Nov 12, 2008 2:43 pm) kdhspyder (Nov 12, 2008 4:47 pm)
#262 of 1076 Re: Packages/Configurations [roho1] by md_outback Nov 12, 2008 (2:43 pm)
Replying to: roho1 (Nov 12, 2008 1:49 pm) Could be Toyota is adjusting their special order practices for the Venza. In a Nov. 3, 2008 press release announcing Venza prices, Toyota states "Venza will use a single grade strategy with simplified packages and stand-alone options that will include an impressive list of comfort and utility features." Also, if you view the online Venza brochure, every page has the following fine print at the bottom: "This vehicle eBrochure is designed to identify vehicles commonly available in your area. If you would prefer to purchase a vehicle with no options or additional options, please contact your local dealer to check for current availability or the possibility of placing an order for such a vehicle." Not exactly saying that they definitely will accept special orders, but maybe they will. Replies to this message: kdhspyder (Nov 12, 2008 4:47 pm)
#263 of 1076 Re: Packages/Configurations [md_outback] by kdhspyder Nov 12, 2008 (4:47 pm)
Replying to: md_outback (Nov 12, 2008 2:43 pm) Yes this is precisely it. It takes some open communication with a dealer with some savoir faire. It you run into a high pressure 'Buy it now off the lot' you might not get the time of day. If you have a good relationship with someone at a dealer with a long term view toward keeping customers coming back then your request will have better traction.   As in all business relationships having a good open dialogue with someone you trust pays dividends. My customers will be able to get just about whatever they want if it's possible.
#264 of 1076 Re: Packages/Configurations [mary99] by wstevec Nov 13, 2008 (4:11 pm)
Replying to: mary99 (Nov 12, 2008 11:15 am) I was told you could special order by a Toyota Rep on the online chat available on the company web site. Altough the dealers would prefer you buy off the lot (with options you don't want and at a higher price) they will special order, Being in a Depression, they will take any business they can get. By the way, my wife special ordered a Rav 4 a few years ago, and it took less than 2 months and it came from Japan, so a Venza from KY should take less.

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