By Neo Kolane
Car dealership, Maseru Toyota recently introduced a branch called Automark, that will ensure its customers get the necessary choice, convenience and transparency when they buy or trade-in pre-owned vehicles.
Automark is the Certified Pre-Owned vehicle segment of Toyota.
The marketing officer at Maseru Toyota ‘Matsebo Liphoto told theReporter this week that each vehicle undergoes stringent quality checks.
Liphoto said the department is where every aspect of the vehicle is inspected by the Automark Dealer, to ensure only the best vehicles are selected and sold from the Automark floor.
She explained that at Automark they offer peace of mind to the customer by ensuring all vehicles undergo a detailed inspection before they are sold.
Liphoto disclosed that there are checkpoints that the vehicle undergoes; audio and alarm systems, braking systems, engine compartment, exterior appearance and condition, interior appearance and condition, transmission, battery system, tyre condition (including spare tyre), accessories fitment condition, lighting system, mileage and service history
“At Maseru Toyota we believe that purchasing a certified pre-owned vehicle should be as enjoyable as driving it.
“Therefore, different banks around the country are available to offer fast, flexible and convenient means of financing your certified pre-owned vehicle,” Liphoto said.
She emphasized that trade-in has to happen within the company and they are only focusing on Toyota models for now, although it will change in the future.
She also revealed that Maseru Toyota has two products; Toyota Certified, makes sure that the model is not be more than four years, the mileage should be up to 100 000kms and have full service history.
“When it comes to Automark certified, the model should not be more than seven years, the mileage is not restricted and it should be certified by Toyota,” she said.
Maseru Toyota ensures that it sell the best vehicle to the person who is going to trade-in their motor vehicle.