by admin on May 10, 2013
in Giving
It’s that time of year again and Team LaFontaine is pumped! This year is sure to stand out! The theme is 80’s and you’re encouraged to show up with as much 80’s gear you could possibly represent.
Here’s some suggestions for you incase you forgot what you wore back in the day.
Members Only Jacket
Parachute Pants
Leg Warmers
Girbaud Jeans
Reebok Pumps
Fingerless Gloves
Big Earrings
Here’s another video to show you what you’re up against, can’t wait to see the pictures from this event!
And here’s the details about the event…
LaFontaine’s Annual 9 & Wine Event (80’s attire) May 17, 2013
Two Choices
1. Golf + Dinner + Party – $98 per person (Golf has been SOLD OUT)
2. Dinner + Mega 80’s Concert + Party – $58 per person
Schedule
2pm – Golf Registration
3pm – Shotgun Start
6pm – Dinner & Party
Location
Fountains Golf and Banquet
Tickets
Jenna Martin – jmartin@lafontaine.com
313-561-6600 x.6234
Please reach out and tell your friends so we can have another amazing year of fundraising for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). One easy way to share this event is to login to Facebook and leave a comment below and it will post on your timeline.
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At 35 years of age, Ryan LaFontaine has helped take the automotive industry in Michigan back to the top. He has grown the LaFontaine Automotive Group in a time when no one thought he could. He was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma while expecting his first set of twins. While undergoing treatment and battling cancer, he had made some spectacular accomplishments. They include: building GM’s first L.E.E.D Gold Certified Dealership in the country and creating two more environmentally “Green” dealerships, he earned the prestigious Dealer of the Year for Cadillac Buick and GMC for his third year in a row, he won Crain’s 40 under 40 award as well as the dbusiness 30 in their 30’s award, and he was recognized as the 2010 and 2012 Man-of-the-Year by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. He has raised over $550,000 in the past 3 years for cancer research and has helped support local grants at UofM Hospital. He employs over 800 people in Michigan throughout his 9 locations and 18 franchises. He is now 4 years in remission and is thriving in the automotive industry. Ryan LaFontaine is a true Champion of the New Economy.
Growing up in the car business, Ryan always had a passion for cars and to sell cars. In high school, LaFontaine was a 5-foot-6, 140-pound running back. By then, he was already selling cars. At 21, he was a sales manager, and 10 years later he was still putting in more hours than anyone else at his dealership, determined to prove every day that he had more going for him than his last name. Ryan LaFontaine has helped take the automotive industry in Michigan back to the top. If you’re going to be an SUV, be an Escalade. “Running and gunning,” he says. Whatever the game, he plays to win, and “I don’t have a slow speed.”
At 32, Ryan was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and while undergoing treatment and battling cancer, he did not slow down once while relentlessly climbing his way to his well deserved position as Dealer Principal . Ryan is a true Business Hero and a true family man.
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Gas. It’s the liquid fuel that makes our vehicles go and no matter the current cost of a gallon of gasoline, we always wish it were less expensive. Today we’re going to take a look at 13 things you can start doing today to make sure you are getting the most bang for your buck when it comes fueling up your vehicle.
1. Fill up with a lower-octane gasoline: Buy the lowest grade or octane of gasoline that is appropriate for your car. Unless your car requires premium gasoline, filling up your car with high-octane fuel is a waste of money. That pricey premium fuel won’t boost your car’s fuel economy or performance in the least, so skip it.
If you’re not sure what grade of fuel works best for your car, open up your owner’s manual and take a look. As long as your engine doesn’t knock or ping when you fuel up with regular unleaded, you’re good to drive on this much cheaper gas. Passing on pricey premium gasoline could save you hundreds of dollars a year.
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Mary Kay Independent Sales Force Members Maggie Sitar of Milford, Michigan and Stacy Rozwadowski of Waterford, Michigan each received the keys to a new Cadillac SRX, in customary Mary Kay Pink, in recognition for having achieved Mary Kay’s “Cadillac Level” sales award.
For more than forty years, the Mary Kay Pink Cadillac has been an iconic symbol of success. As such, it’s the most sought-after prize among Mary Kay’s two-million independent sales force members. Our team here at LaFontaine Cadillac Buick GMC is honored to play a role in carrying out the tradition of rewarding success, which is what Cadillac is all about.
Founder Mary Kay Ash was a big believer in rewarding top independent sales force members with cars, dream vacations, diamonds and other lavish items she often referred to as “Cinderella Gifts”. Among these, the most iconic and enduring symbol of an independent sales force member’s success is the Mary Kay Pink Cadillac, which was the brainchild of Mary Kay Ash herself back in 1969.
The delivery of Maggie Sitar and Stacy Rozwadowski’s prestigious award will be accompanied by a brief ceremony which culminates with the reveal of 2 Cadillac SRXs and will be attended by several close friends as well as colleagues from the local Mary Kay Sales Unit. This is the first time LaFontaine Cadillac Buick GMC has had the pleasure of presenting two Mary Kay Pink Cadillacs in one event!
Earning the Mary Kay Pink Cadillac is a major event in the life and career of a Mary Kay independent sales force member. It is our privilege at LaFontaine Buick Cadillac GMC to help celebrate that achievement.
Be sure to check out our Facebook Page for more photos Maggie and Stacy with their new Mary Kay Pink Cadillac’s!
by admin on March 15, 2013
in Tips
LaFontaine Honda Dealership - Test Drive Leads To Stolen Vehicle
What started out as a typical Monday afternoon at the Dearborn Honda store, slowly evolved into something a bit more complicated involving the Dearborn Police and a missing 2002 Honda Odyssey.
Around 6pm, Dearborn Police were notified that a vehicle that was taken for a “test drive” didn’t seem to be in good hands.
It was about 6 hours since it was last seen heading northbound on Telegraph Rd which could have meant it was either in Indiana, Ohio or in the process of being unassembled somewhere in the Metro Detroit area.
Fortunately, police were able to recover the vehicle and gain a little more understanding of why this happened.
It also appears that the responses left in the comments section raise some doubt as to whether a salesperson should or should not accompany the customer on the test drive. We’ll devote the rest of this post to address this question and hopefully get more input from you as to which you prefer and why.
First of all, it’s not uncommon for a customer to ask to test drive a car alone, but from a sales perspective, there’s lots of reasons why this may not be in the best interests for either side.
The salesperson’s job is to identify the wants and needs of the customer, find a car that fits, and then evaluate whether the customer feels there is a fit with the vehicle they are presented with.
Part of the evaluation happens during the test drive. The customer is going to give feedback as to how they feel the vehicle may or may not be the right choice. This can help the salesperson determine what the next steps may be when returning to the dealership. Perhaps another vehicle, or perhaps the customer has to be prepared to re-prioritize what it is they truly need in a new vehicle.
For example, some SUV’s will have the feel of a truck whereas crossover SUV’s will drive more like a sedan with the added utility and space of a truck.
Whether you are early in the process of buying a new vehicle or ready to make a decision, it’s good to have someone who can help determine which vehicle is a good fit based on how you’re planning to use it.
Here are a few tips to keep in mind while test driving:
- Ask the salesperson to explain the features
- Request a demo of each feature
- Find out what features are standard / optional
- Ask about which features are new and/or popular
- Find out the benefits and real world use cases of various options
- Compare with other manufacturers solutions
- Think about how you plan to use the vehicle and ask the salesperson for advice on whether the vehicle will perform the task
Hopefully this list gives a good example of questions to ask during / after the test drive. Buying a car is a big decision, and having a good salesperson who is willing to work closely with you to make the best decision is going to be a win for both buyers and sellers.
