Should I Sell Or Trade In My Car?
It’s time for a new car. You had a good run with that old clunker, but it’s time for an upgrade. When you want to get rid of your old car and move into a new one, you have a few options. First, decide if you are selling your car just to get rid of it, or if you’re selling it to make room for a new car. Second, decide if you want to handle the sale on your own privately, or if you want a...
Can I Get Out Of A Lease/Loan Early?
Leasing a vehicle is a serious commitment. Before you lease a vehicle, take some time to assess your needs, your finances, and your long term goals. For many people, leasing a new vehicle makes perfect sense and provides them with reliable transportation in a vehicle they love. Sometimes however, people discover that leasing is not for them for any number of reasons. So what do you do if you...
What Is Toyota's Certified Pre-Owned Program?
Toyota is well known to produce vehicles that can last a lifetime. Built with high quality parts and components that are widely available and inexpensive to replace, purchasing a pre-owned Toyota is one of the smartest car buying decisions you’ll ever make. Toyota’s Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Vehicle program sets the industry standard for what a quality used car should be. For a used car, truck,...
How Much Is My Car Worth?
When it’s time to either trade in your vehicle or sell it privately, you’ll need to know how much your car is worth so that you can get a fair price. The value of your vehicle is determined through the car appraisal process. Here is an overview of the car appraisal process, and the factors that determine the value of your car. The Car Appraisal Process Most dealers these days appraise vehicles...
Do I Need Winter Tires?
Driving in the winter here in Ontario can be dangerous. Snowy, icy and otherwise compromising driving conditions can lead to any number of difficult driving situations. It’s important that your vehicle is well-equipped and ready. While winter tires aren’t mandatory in Ontario like they are in other provinces, they are a good idea for anyone who plans on driving in cold weather conditions....
What Happens If My Toyota Is Recalled?
An Auto Safety Recall occurs when the manufacturer of the vehicle determines that a component has a safety-related defect, or does not comply with federal safety standards. In the event of a recall on your vehicle, you will be notified by the manufacturer, and provided steps on how to have the recalled component replaced. Recalls are a rare occurrence in the automotive industry, but in the...
What Do I Do If My Engine Light Is On?
If you’re driving down the road and suddenly one of the engine lights on your dashboard turns on, don’t panic. There are several different lights on your console that have a wide variety of meanings. Each light alerts you to something that needs attention. Often times, the lights tell you something simple is out of place like maybe your gas tank cap isn’t screwed on all the way. Other times...
How To Lease or Finance a Used Car?
Buying a used car can be a very smart purchase, saving you significant money, while still providing you a reliable vehicle. While it is common for people to buy used vehicles outright, there are some options available worth considering if you’d rather lease or finance a used car. Get a Direct Loan A popular option for financing the purchase of a used vehicle is to get a direct loan from a bank...
What Do I Bring To A Loan/ Lease Appointment?
Buying or leasing a new car can be very exciting, and there’s no doubt that you want to get behind the wheel and on the road as soon as possible. To speed up the loan, lease, or credit application process, it is important to be prepared for your appointment with one of our finance experts. A little preparation will go a long ways to make the process as smooth and easy as possible. Here’s What...
What’s Covered by Toyota’s Extra Care Plan?
Toyota’s Extra Care Plan is Toyota’s extended warranty program that is available for both new and used Toyota vehicles. Several different levels of plans are available, each going far beyond the standard coverage of Toyota’s Factory Warranty. Each level of plan has its specifics, but we’ve provided an overview here for your convenience. Extra Care Protection Plan Overview Mechanical Protection...
2023 Toyota Corolla Cross
The all-new 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross is built with performance and efficiency in mind. With its standard 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine that delivers up to 169 hp, it’s more powerful than many other vehicles in the segment, while still maintaining an impressive fuel efficiency rating of 7.3 L per 100 km on front-wheel drive models and 7.8 L per 100 km on all-wheel drive models. Plus, you can...
Why Choose Us for Second Chance Financing?
When looking for your next used car, you have several options for both the type of financing you require and the retailer with whom you will make the purchase. So, why should you deal with Georgetown Toyota for your next used car and financing? Transparency At Georgetown Toyota, we always go above and beyond for our customers and make the purchasing process as simple as possible. We understand...
