Category Archives: Pre-Owned Vehicles

2018 Vehicle Buyers Guide

Speedometer 2018

2018 is off to a great start for most of us and what could be a better way to start off a new year than with a new vehicle.

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Unfortunately, with so many choices in today’s marketplace, finding the right vehicle can take time and a lot of effort. This is why nearly 90% of consumers start their adventure online. Whether you start at a manufacturer’s website or a third party site, online shopping for a vehicle can save you a lot of time and frustration.

The Walser Auto Campus – Wichita website has a new tool on our website to assist you with narrowing down your choices.  Clicking this link will take you directly to the 2018 Vehicle Buyer’s Guide. You will see sections on leasing vs financing and several questions from our experience of assisting customers with their vehicle selection.

Great DealThe best part? We are very transparent with our Buyer’s Guide and aren’t pushing an agenda. We present the facts, or “Pros” and “Cons”, of each step of the buying process. We understand that every situation and person is unique and will do our best to make sure your purchase process is unlike any you have experienced before.

See you soon!

The Joys of a First Sale…

One of the most rewarding events I have been able to witness over my 12+ years in the luxury automotive business is the joy and relief when a new sales associate completes their first transaction.

Aside from the purchase of a home, an automobile transaction is often a complicated, drawn out process, unless you are a “Up Front Price” store (like our stores!). A new associate is virtually always dealing with self-doubt debating whether or not they made the right career choice. The first sale, whether it is a solo transaction or partnered with a more “seasoned” associate, gives the associate a strong sense of pride and accomplishment. It’s a big deal.

MB AMG Line UpYesterday, a new associate at our MB store made her first sale and I went to congratulate her, to simply acknowledge the achievement. The smile that lit up her face is now added to the hundreds of others I have witnessed over the years.

As for the customer in this process, they are forever remembered as the first sale for this associate. This customer will get special attention any time they are at the dealership from this associate, because they were the first transaction of many. And in our sales process, even though a customer primarily deals with just one person from start to finish, there are numerous people behind the scenes all supporting the sales associate before (training), during (sales managers/business managers), and after (Service, Parts, Detail, Concierge) the transaction.

Tired of the same old back and forth, grind it out, car buying process? Try something fresh, unique, and special…..the Walser Up Front Price way of doing business…

 

 

Walser Auto Campus Website

When I am out and about in Wichita or at a Chamber of Commerce event, I am often asked about business and how the “new” company is doing. I usually reply that after nearly 16 months, the Walser Auto Campus and I am doing great. That usually elicits a chuckle or at the very least a smirk. And then I get to tell them about all the exciting enhancements to our business and our new website – WalserAutoCampus.com.

New Walser Auto Campus WebsiteAs you can see in the photo above, this is not your ordinary “dealer” website. From the aerial slow pan across the front of the Greenwich side of the campus (don’t worry – BMW/MINI/Porsche/Acura coming soon!), you can see why our collection of some of the most iconic brands in the world, all on one campus, is second-to-none.

From new Porsches and Jaguars, to great Used Cars (priced from $7998 and up!), we have what you are looking for! In addition, with our sister stores in the great state of Minnesota, we just might be able to get that new vehicle from one of our sister brands down here to you as well. And, best of all, at a negotiation-free, Walser Upfront Price, too!

See you soon….

Click the name of a brand to be linked directly to our manufacturer-authorized websites…

Acura –  Audi –  BMW –  Jaguar –  Land Rover  –  Lexus –  Mercedes-Benz  –  MINI –  Porsche

Audi Wichita Now Open – Again!

20160629_101959After opening nearly 2 years ago in a temporary structure, setting a few Customer Services standards along the way (thanks to our amazing customers!), our brand new, state-of-the art Audi Dealership is now open!

20160629_101851.jpgTo enter, simply drive to the northernmost entrance on our 31-acre campus, or just past the temporary structure. Parking for Sales and Service are located on the northern side of the new facility.

20160629_101632.jpgWhen you first walk in, the overwhelming size of the showroom (our largest to date!) will take a moments to settle in. The first item you will undoubtedly notice is the sweeping wall-structure that provides a visual barrier between the showroom where all of the GREAT Audi vehicles are displayed, and the tastefully designed working area for our Sales and Service teams.

The second feature you’ll most likely notice is the 22 foot tall video wall that runs from the floor to the Club Level area on the second floor.  Showing Audi Racing footage, current Audi vehicle offerings, or live sporting events. Simply amazing is the comment most often heard when guests and associates first see the display.

20160629_101648.jpgJust behind and to the left of the video feature, is one of our Guest Lounges where you can only a complimentary hot or cold beverage, and in the mornings hours from 7:30 to 10:30 am, a selection of gourmet pastries.  Current newspapers, a wall-mounted TV, a Children’s Play Area (complete with iPads and classic arcade game cabinet with 70+ classic arcade games loaded), and a fireplace.  Also in this area is a large selection of Audi branded merchandise, clothing, and accessories for the Audi fan in your home.

Walk directly to the right of the video feature and you will find our Vehicle Reveal Center and Service Consultation areas.  The Vehicle Reveal Center is really where the Audi Experience begins…..when you first take delivery of your new or certified pre-owned Audi.  The room features a turntable allowing you to see all the beautiful angles of your Audi.

20160629_101720Continue around the corner and you will see our Service Consultants reviewing the status of Audi vehicles in for service.  As you walk by the Service Consultation area, you will notice the glass doors swooshing open and closed (Star Trek, anyone?) that take yo in to the Audi Service Drive where guests are dropping off and picking up their vehicles from our Service Team.

Across the Service Drive is the Retail Parts Counter and a glass wall that allows you to look into the Service Technician area where our amazing, experienced, and factory-certified technicians are providing valuable maintenance on your Audi.

And now for the most amazing feature of our new Audi facility….Club Level.  Club level is where you can get away from it all with our all-weather Rooftop Terrace, the Audi Sport Theater, the Quattro Cafe with Cheesecake Factory Bakery offerings (an Audi first and ONLY at Audi Wichita!), and the luxurious Audi All Access VIP retreat, an exclusive perk of ownership for our Audi owners.

This area simply has to be seen to believe!  Ask an Associate for a tour of the Club Level experience.  And while you are there, maybe they’ll have some samples of some of the cheesecake!

The new Audi Wichita is unlike anything you have ever seen at an automobile retailer before. Experience it today!

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BMW Invitation Sale

BMW Direct Mail e-Mail Blast

Lexus 2 Year Sales Event

Quick Link to our Lexus Website

We are TWO Years Old in our new facility on Greenwich, just north of 13th Street.  If you haven’t checked us out yet, you should!  If you HAVE checked us out, and still do not have a new or Certified Lexus, you should check us out again!

Lexus has provided special publicized incentives, beyond the two vehicles we have featured, that will help us achieve far beyond our objectives for April.  E-Mail General Sales Manager, Josh Lambert, for assistance in the Lexus of your Dreams at joshl@wichitaluxury.com …or call him directly at 316.719.8610 on his direct line…

Certified Specials

Where is the best place to purchase a pre-owned Audi or Lexus?  The dealer that has first choice when it comes to these luxury vehicles.

Did you know that when a lease is returned to a dealer, the dealer has first choice as to whether or not they keep the vehicle? If the dealer refuses the vehicle, it then goes to a private auction for only the dealers that sell that make of vehicle new.  If the vehicle is passed over and rejected again, THEN the vehicle goes to public auction where Carmax and the dealers on South Broadway get a crack at the vehicle.

Now why would a dealer reject a vehicle?  Maybe we have one very similar already in stock.  Maybe the vehicle requires too much reconditioning to keep.  Maybe it was smoked in.  Maybe we know the service history of the vehicle and would rather not take the chance of retailing a vehicle that had a spotty service history.

Whatever the reason, the Wichita Luxury Collection is the place to save money on a certified pre-owned vehicle.

Click HERE for our current inventory

MINI of Wichita – NOW OPEN!!!

After eight years of campaigning to bring a MINI Franchise to Wichita, the Wichita Luxury Collection is pleased to open our TENTH brand in Wichita!  Starting Monday, February 22, MINI of Wichita will be ready to serve guests with both new and pre-owned vehicles to lease and purchase, parts, and SERVICE!!!

MINI Temp Building

 

As an added bonus, ALL current MINI motorers (Owners) that purchased outside of Wichita will be grand-fathered into our award -winning Luxury Experience suite of amenities.  Unlimited Courtesy Washes, Intrust Bank Arena VIP Parking, and starting up again in 4 weeks, our one and only Mobile Wash Experience.

Stop in today for introductory offers on all new MINIs, from the Countryman to the 2-Door Cooper S…

Edited Mini Main Photo

If you would like to see our current specials, just Click this Link….

Porsche of Wichita

Lease a new Porsche Cayenne for $699 per month (36 months, $5999 due at signing, $0 security deposit with approved credit.10,000 miles per year, 30 cents per mile thereafter. Plus tax, tag, title and dealer fee. In stock units only. Expires February 29, 2016).

The Cayenne is the sporty luxury SUV game-changer.  Never before has an SUV been developed with a sports car in mind.  Having watched professional drivers run hot laps in one, you would think you were watching a 911 being put to the test.

You absolutely have to drive one to experience the thrill of this vehicle!

Acura of Wichita

Choose an ILX, a TLX, or an RDX all month long at Acura of Wichita.

The 2016 ILX leases for $229 per month (36 month lease, with $2499 due at signing, $0 security deposit, with approved credit. 10,000 miles per year, 20 cents per mile thereafter. Plus tax, tag, title and dealer fee. In stock units only. Expires month end.)

The 2016 TLX leases for $319 per month (36 month lease, with $2999 due at signing, $0 security deposit, with approved credit. 10,000 miles per year, 20 cents per mile thereafter. Plus tax, tag, title and dealer fee. In stock units only. Expires month end.)

The 2016 RDX leases for $339 per month (36 month lease, with $2499 due at signing, $0 security deposit, with approved credit. 10,000 miles per year, 20 cents per mile thereafter. Plus tax, tag, title and dealer fee. In stock units only. Expires month end.)