2014 Infiniti Q50

The day has finally arrived! After months of anticipation, building more so in the recent weeks with Infiniti announcing the new 'Q'naming strategy. The 2014 Infiniti Q50 has been unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. With an inspired performance from cirque du soleil. The very first vehicle to have the new Q naming strategy applied, the Q50 (Formally known as the G-Sedan) wowed the audience and all of the online stream viewers with it's unveiling. In case you missed it, I have good news for you. You can view the unveiling in it's entirety here.
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Infiniti has always had it's focus on leading edge styling and performance. The all new 2014 Infiniti Q50 is no exception. Upon feasting your eyes, you can clearly make out design aspects that have been translated from the Infiniti LE Concept, as well as the Infiniti Essence Concept.
Looking at the front, the first thing you will notice is the now signature grille and horizontal headlights. When compared to the current G-Sedan, the new Q50 is longer, wider, and lower. With amazing new aerodynamics the Q50 boasts a drag coefficient of just 0.26.

When you step into the new Q50, the interior is very familiar. Infiniti did a great job of keeping the old interiors spirit. Transforming it into this new upscale and technologically advanced cabin that you will not want to leave!
The biggest change in the interior would be the center stack. It features the new Infiniti InTouch system. A pair of large and independent displays. (yes, I said pair!). They utilize both touch and hand gesture controls. The audio and climate controls are still operated via button. But everything else is controlled using InTouch. The system comes with many pre-loaded apps. and the new I-Key system recognizes up to 4 different keys. This allows each driver to customize as many as 96 different settings!   
     
One of the focal points that Infiniti is showcasing is the all new Infiniti Direct Adaptive Steering technology, a world's first production vehicle design. The system allows independent control of the Q50's tire angle and steering inputs, transmitting the driver's intentions to the wheels faster than a mechanical system.

This increases the direct driving performance feel by quickly and intelligently communicating road surface feedback to the driver. Four different steering settings are offered, allowing customization by driver preference or road conditions. This world's first technology provides the flexibility for the driver to change both steering effort and the steering gear ratio. A backup mechanical steering system is provided with models utilizing the new Direct Adaptive Steering technology. This new technology is going to be great for our Canadian roads when we have lots of pot holes and moose to get out of the way of!

These are just a few things that put the all new Infiniti Q50 in a league of it's own. If you want to know more information, you can contact us here At Guelph Infiniti Nissan!

2013 Nissan Pathfinder is Here at Guelph Nissan

The brand new completely re-designed 2013 Nissan Pathfinder has arrived at Guelph Infiniti Nissan. At first glance, you can really see that Nissan has taken the Pathfinder down a new path....( I know, it's wasn't that funny). The Pathfinder was originally introduced more that a quarter century ago. It quickly rose to fame as the perfect  family adventure vehicle. With each generation, Pathfinder has remained true to that. Improving and evolving over time to continually meet the needs and wants of it's owners.

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The new 2013 Pathfinder is on it's 4th generation design. Nissan has listened to the needs and want's of it's customers and added an unequaled amount of luxury, style, comfort and technology. Not to mention next generation CVT transmission, improved fuel efficiency by 25% and an innovative, flexible interior. Probably the biggest change for the Pathfinder is it's return to unibody platform. Which offers a great number of benefits including a flat floor for easier entry and exit. Especially with the EZ FLEX seating system! Extra large rear door openings and the 2nd row seats slide forward and fold in a design that allows for ease of entry and exit to the 3rd row. Even the 60/40 split folding 2nd row seat features an innovative 'child seat mode'  that still allows ample access.

In today's world, technology in vehicles can almost become over whelming. Nissan put a lot of though and care into choosing the technologies that mean the most to you. Made them extremely user friendly. Starting with the instrument panel, which includes an advanced drive-assist display directly in front of the driver. A large multi- function It display in the center of the dash with Nissan Navigation System (if so equipped) with real-time traffic and weather information. bluetooth streaming audio and first in segment around view monitor system!

Here are the 10 things you need to know about the 2013 Pathfinder.  Ask one of our Sales associates for more information about them.

1. Next Generation CVT for 2WD & 4WD

2. Intuitive All-Mode 4X4-ISystem

3. All-New Interior

4. EZ- Flex seating system

5. First in segment around view monitor system
6. Legitimate SUV with class leading fuel economy
7. Standard 18-inch or available 20 inch wheels
8. 3.5L V6 Engine
9. Towing Capacity
10. Nissan HD Navigation System

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The 2013 Nissan Sentra Will Soon Arrive at Guelph Nissan

It has been 5 years since the Nissan Sentra had it's last major redesign. Sure, the Sentra had a little bit of an identity crisis in those 5 years. But that has all changed with the new redesign! I can tell you now, This new 2013 Nissan Sentra makes an impressive first impression!
Technologically advanced, luxuriously crafted and exceptionally efficient, the re-imagined Nissan Sentra has what it takes to take you to the next level. And at a starting price that is cheaper then the outgoing 2012 model!

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First we will take a look at the 2013 Sentra's styling. Everything about the Sentra is completely new. As you can see in the above photo, providing both function and style, LED accent lights are a standard feature. They catch the eye of passers by and make the Sentra visible to other drivers on the road. It also give it a luxurious style found mostly on high end luxury vehicles.
Sporting a new front fascia and sophisticated grille the Sentra really looks like premium sedan.

The new designed available 17-inch split 7-spoke alloy wheels really make the Sentra pop! They are made from aluminum alloy and are extremely light weight, which helps with delivering a very smooth and responsive ride! 


Now let's switch our focus to the interior. It doesn't matter which trim level you are thinking of the Sentra has a enough innovation to go around. Let's take a look at some of the highlights...in the Value Options Package you get air conditioning, Cruise Control with steering wheel mounted controls along with audio and Bluetooth hands-free phone system. All at your fingertips.
In the Luxury Package you get features like - a power sliding glass moon roof, Heated front seats, and a Premium BOSE audio system with eight speakers and 16 inch 5 spoke alloy wheels.
In the SR package you get - 17 inch alloy wheels, rear disc brakes, sport front and rear fascias and sport front grille, lower body side sill extensions, rear spoilers with LED brake light, Chrome exhaust-tip, fog lights and a sport silver interior trim
Premium Package you get - NissanConnectSM with navigation, 5.8 inch color touch screen display, Nissan voice recognition for audio and navigation, POIs powered by Google, Streaming audio via Bluetooth, Rearview Monitor and heated front seats.

And the grand finally, the SL Package you get all the other mentioned options plus, outside mirrors with LED turn signals, Auto Dimming inside mirror, Leather-appointed seats. Heated front seats, and dual zone climate control! I am telling you this new 2013 Sentra hit it out of the park!! 
You can reserve your 2013 Nissan Sentra here
If you would like any more information about the 2013 Nissan Sentra or any other Nissan or Infiniti Vehicles please visit our website at guelphinfinitinissan.com 

The Best Price, Isn't Always the Best Deal

What is generally, the first question your friends and family ask you when you buy a new car? What kind of deal did you get? Now it's your time to shine, and tell them that you bought the second cheapest one you could find doing your research and price comparing with other dealers. The dealer wanted One Hundred Billion Fazzilion...Yen. But you negotiated your way down to it being the cheapest car out there! Your friends and family are stunned at the price you worked out!
But WAIT! Was it the best deal??
And how and when did the Car salesmen become Dr. Evil in this situation?

How...WAR. When...World War 2.
You see when Canada and the United States joined in the war, all of the factories and man power stopped making civilian automobiles, so they could help the the war effort. Civilian vehicles were not produced from 1941-1946. So when vehicles were finally being produced, there was a huge demand for them.

This was a time when dealers were getting very few cars and the salesmen that sold them realized they could sell them for more and more money. They had an unlimited supply of customers with a limited supply of vehicles. It really is simple economics.

 Also this was at a time there was no such thing as a window sticker, and no one cared about customer satisfaction, or the long term quality. Most customers didn't even get to pick and choose the color or style they wanted. They just felt fortunate enough to get one! You also have to keep in mind that most roads were worse than dirt and the over all quality of your vehicle was fall less then the Nissan's you see today. If you were lucky enough to buy a car before the war, chances were it was on it's last leg and out the door.

With this formula at hand some very dubious and sneaky business practices were born. And have created a stigma in car sales that has lasted over 65 years. 

Fast forward to today. We have window stickers that let the consumer know what the suggested retail price is of a car. Consumers have the power of the internet. To help them research and decide what colors and trim levels they would like. With sites like canadianblackbook.com it is easy for you to find vehicle values and information. With the amount of accessible information out there a lot of times, the consumer knows more about the car then some of the salesmen out there.

Generally sales people are just like you, they are just trying to make an honest living and have no intention of being dishonest or deceitful. A good sales person can save you a lot of time and money. They can answer any questions you have. You may think you want a big bad Titan pickup-truck. But with talking to the sales person you realize you don't need a truck for your lifestyle and choose an Altima instead. Saving you thousands in the long run. Buying a car from someone you can trust brings an intangible aspect to your buying decision. A good sales person will be there after the sale to answer all your questions, or give you advice about servicing. So the next time you hear about someone bragging they got the best price on a car from Joe's Auto and Repair Shop, remember, the best price isn't always the best deal.

To Trade-In or Sell Privately, That Is The Question

The time has finally arrived,  you are ready to get out of that old, dusty, troublesome car. It just doesn't work for you anymore. You need more space, better fuel consumption, more towing capability, or you want to treat yourself to something really fancy and luxurious. What ever your reason is, you have started looking for what you want. You have done your research, and visited us here at Guelph Nissan Infiniti asking questions. It's an exciting time for you! You have found the exact vehicle you want! Now...what do you do with your old car?

There are many different ways to go about this. Many people want to sell their cars privately. Then use the money to put down on the new car. Or you can trade in your old car to the dealership and not have to worry about selling arrangements. Just as an example - you bring your car to Guelph Infiniti Nissan and you have fallen in love with the new 2013 Nissan Altima, we offer you a trade-in value of $8,000 on your vehicle. But you could get $10,000 if you sell it privately, giving you the option to put a $10,000 Down Payment. There are a few things to consider here. And I am going to clear the air for you!

When selling your vehicle privately there is a list of things you have to make sure get done.
Lets look at it this way:
When selling your vehicle privately

• Cleaning your car inside and out, making it look it's best for the potential consumer.
• Take photos of your vehicle and display in newspaper ad sections, online advertising like autotrader.ca or kijiji.ca
• Wait for potential consumer to contact you - this could take days, weeks, or even months.
•  Arrange meeting and test drive times for potential consumer.
• Price Negotiations. This means you could not get the money you really want for your vehicle
• Unless you are selling your vehicle "as is" and asking for less money you need to have the vehicle emission tested and safetied.
• Then you need to go to the MTO and purchase a used vehicle package that contains owner history, accident report and bill of sale.
• Fill out all legal paperwork and transfer ownership or vehicle.

So lets say you want $10,000 for your vehicle.
$10,000 minus $500 price negotiation = $9,500
$9,500 minus $20 MTO package, minus $35 E-test, Minus $300 for safety = $9145
You now have $9145 to put towards your down payment!

Now that you have your down payment in hand, let's compare the two situations

Selling Your Vehicle Private	Trading Your Vehicle
Example Cash Transaction: MSRP= $30,000 Trade In= $0 Selling Price before taxes= $30,000 Selling prices after taxes at 13%=$33,900 Total Taxes Paid= $3,900 Down Payment =$9,145 Effective Price =$24,755 *Savings of $105 Compared to Trade-In*	Example Cash Transaction: MSRP: $30,000 Trade In= $8,000 Selling Price before taxes= $22,000 Selling Price after taxes at 13%=$24,860 Total Taxes Paid= $2,860 Down Payment=$0  Effective Price-$24,860

Now these numbers can be confusing at times. Especially with all of the hustle and bustle surrounding the purchase of your new vehicle. But because the Down Payment is deducted after taxes you end up paying a lot more in taxes even if your down payment is larger than the appraised trade-in value.

Every situation is different. Sometimes it may be worth selling your vehicle privately, but more often times it's not. Especially when considering the above example. Sure you saved $105! But you have to ask yourself these questions:

• Was it worth the hassle of finding a buyer for the vehicle?
• Was it worth the time out of my days to meet with interested buyers?
• Was it worth the time and money spent cleaning the vehicle, getting it e-tested, and safetied?
• Was it worth having to negotiate with strangers about the price?
• Was it worth standing in line at the MTO for the used vehicles package?
• Was it worth dealing with all of the legal paper work when selling and transferring the ownership of the vehicle?
• Was it worth waiting for the vehicle to sell so then I could go purchase my new vehicle?

These are all great questions to ask yourself when considering how you want to handle selling your vehicle. Everyone is always going to want more money for their vehicle, and who wouldn't? But after taking all the factors into consideration, it can sometimes be a nasty ordeal to sell your car privately.
Especially if your vehicle is a little less than desirable in the market place at the moment..

As always, I would recommend doing some homework before deciding to make your move. 

I hope I was able to help some of you out there. I know it can be confusing. but if you have any questions feel free to comment or give us a call directly at the dealership at 519-822-9200!