Ask the Experts: Automotive Questions answered by our expert: Forbes Waterloo Toyota 2009-01-06 14:55:43 http://koolfm.com/experts/view/all/ 2009 Kool FM What is my trade worth? In order to determine the appropriate value of a trade-in, there are many factors to consider. There are no cut and dry answers to this age old question. Here are a few determining factors that dealers consider when appraising a trade. Year and kilometers Condition Supply and demand Service history Damage/Accidents Rust protection applications Warranties Wholesale vs retail pricing Time of year (sports cars in winter, etc) Smokers vs non-smokers Cleanliness One owner vs multiple owners These are a few factors when determining trade values. So bottom line is, the better you take care of and service your car, the higher the trade value will be. http://koolfm.com/experts/view/automotive/forbes-waterloo-toyota/ http://koolfm.com/experts/view/automotive/forbes-waterloo-toyota/ 2008-01-23 08:00:00 EDT What are the benefits of leasing a vehicle? Leasing affords you the lowest monthly payment as you are only paying on a portion of the vehicle. Therefore, you can afford to drive a better model vehicle and have full warranty coverage while you are enjoying your new vehicle. 6 out of 10 people lease their new vehicle, you should too! http://koolfm.com/experts/view/automotive/forbes-waterloo-toyota/ http://koolfm.com/experts/view/automotive/forbes-waterloo-toyota/ 2008-01-23 08:00:00 EDT Why buy an import rather than a domestic? 1.Quality, fewest number of problems after taking delivery 2.Resale value, check it out. Check a three year old domestic and a three year old import and find out for yourself. http://koolfm.com/experts/view/automotive/forbes-waterloo-toyota/ http://koolfm.com/experts/view/automotive/forbes-waterloo-toyota/ 2008-01-23 08:00:00 EDT Why buy a used vehicle from a dealership? Dealerships do extensive checks to insure that vehicles 1.free from leins from previous owner 2.free from previous accidents 3.as close to new as possible http://koolfm.com/experts/view/automotive/forbes-waterloo-toyota/ http://koolfm.com/experts/view/automotive/forbes-waterloo-toyota/ 2008-01-23 08:00:00 EDT How long will the Hybrid battery last? Toyota guarantees all Hybrid components for 8 years or 160,000 kms. Toyota has manufactured over 1,000,000 Hybrid vehicles to date. http://koolfm.com/experts/view/automotive/forbes-waterloo-toyota/ http://koolfm.com/experts/view/automotive/forbes-waterloo-toyota/ 2008-01-23 08:00:00 EDT How many different Hybrid models does Toyota have? Toyota presently manufactures the Prius Hatchback, Camry Sedan and Highlander in the Hybrid configuration. http://koolfm.com/experts/view/automotive/forbes-waterloo-toyota/ http://koolfm.com/experts/view/automotive/forbes-waterloo-toyota/ 2008-01-23 08:00:00 EDT Why should I buy a Hybrid vehicle instead of a normal gas vehicle? Obviously your fuel consumption will be the most notable difference. The Toyota Prius, the most fuel efficient car on the planet, gets phenominal city fuel economy. It uses 4 lites/ 100 kilometres/ or 71 miles per gallon. Another benefit is that you'll be helping save the environment. http://koolfm.com/experts/view/automotive/forbes-waterloo-toyota/ http://koolfm.com/experts/view/automotive/forbes-waterloo-toyota/ 2008-01-23 08:00:00 EDT When did Toyota start making Hybrid Cars? The first Toyota Hybrid car was introduced in Japan in 1977. The first generation Hybrid Prius came to North America in 2000. http://koolfm.com/experts/view/automotive/forbes-waterloo-toyota/ http://koolfm.com/experts/view/automotive/forbes-waterloo-toyota/ 2008-01-23 08:00:00 EDT