During these unprecedented times, taking care of yourself and others is critical, and one of the best things you can do for our community is to practice social distancing. The President has issued a “30 Days to Slow the Spread” guideline which includes listening to and following the directions of our state and local authorities.

Volkswagen Cypress and other dealerships are considered essential businesses as they provide repairs and transportation for those who are working in critical infrastructure industries. However, despite being considered an essential business, Volkswagen Cypress is completely changing the way it is conducting business in the face of the stay-at-home directive.

Here are six ways Volkswagen Cypress has adjusted their operations to keep both employees and customers safe, while providing essential services to those who need them: 

By Appointment Only 

Volkswagen Cypress usually has a bustling showroom. But since mid-March, the dealership has drastically changed its showroom and service repair operations.

“We not only clean and sanitize all work stations, door handles, tables, and all surfaces every hour, but we also have our dealership taped off in 6’ increments to help everyone remember the social distancing guidelines, and we limit the number of staff and employees who can be in the dealership at one time,” said Jeff Davis, Director of Operations for Volkswagen Cypress.

“We also work by appointment only, to ensure we have the ability to keep total time in the dealership at a minimum, protecting our employees and our customers,” says Davis. 

Working from Home 

One of the benefits of working at a car dealership in 2020 is the technology available. Volkswagen Cypress has many employees who can answer questions, work car deals, schedule appointments, and follow up with customers while staying home.

Due to the new climate of stress and worry, many people are interested in getting a reliable vehicle but delaying payments. Volkswagen Cypress is offering ZERO payments for 6 months when you upgrade to a new Volkswagen plus 0% APR for 6 years available.

“We have many employees who are working from home now in order to follow our local area’s guidelines, and to help limit the number of people in our dealership,” said Davis. “The technology we have at our disposal and the new payment relief program we have right now is a huge benefit to our customers and our staff.”

Virtual Tours 

Dealerships can leverage existing technology to now send a digital walk-around of the vehicle you’re interested in via email, text, or social media, reducing the need to shop in-person at a dealership.

“On Volkswagen Cypress web page, you can click “Request Virtual Tour” to receive the information you’d normally need to come in for,” said Davis. “You’ll be able to see everything about the car, including interior and exterior tours, as well as peek into the engine bay and view a demonstration of the stand-out features. 

Online Financing and Payment Calculators 

If you’re interested in knowing exactly what your new car or used car payments will look like, Volkswagen Cypress website has a new payment calculator for estimating your payment, whether it be for purchases or leases.

These are new tools that provide accurate cost and payment estimations previously unseen in most other dealerships in the state and country. This new leveraging of technology not only makes shopping online easier but reduces the time required at the dealership when purchasing your vehicle.

Home Visits 

Test driving typically involves going to the dealership, meeting with a client advisor and going for a spin around the dealership. If you are staying home or working on social distancing, this test drive process seems nearly impossible.

However, the vehicle you’ve had your eye on can be brought to you at your home — wiped down and sanitized — ready for you to explore and experience at your convenience. After your test drive and exploration of the vehicle, the client advisor will follow strict sanitation guidelines in wiping down and cleaning the car for the next customer.

“Nothing is more important than the health and safety of our customers, employees and their families and that has always been the case. COVID-19 has simply made it more apparent,” says Jeff Davis, director of operations. “Without a doubt, these are challenging times; however, that doesn’t mean life and business don’t continue. It only means they continue in a different way.”

Safer Signing Experience 

You can now purchase or lease a car without leaving your home! Client advisors at Volkswagen Cypress can bring all the necessary paperwork and the vehicle to your home, conferencing in the finance manager to answer any questions and make sure you are completely satisfied with your vehicle purchase.

If you choose to go to the dealership, rest assured the area has been sanitized from the door handles down to the ballpoint pens. They will only allow one person at a time to meet with you so you can maintain all social distancing protocols.

COVID-19 measures might change your routine, but they don’t need to limit your car buying options. If you are interested in a new car, know that Volkswagen Cypress is committed to making your car buying experience the best it can be even during these unprecedented times. Until April 30, get payment relief at Volkswagen Cypress while they are able to offer zero payments for six months and 0% APR for five years on approved credit. 

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First, we hope that this email finds you doing well. Nothing is more important than the health and safety of you and your family — and that has always been the case. COVID-19 has simply made it more apparent.

Without a doubt, these are challenging times. However, that doesn’t mean that life and business don’t continue — it only means they continue in a different way. With that in mind, Volkswagen Cypress would like to share the following with our clients and friends:

We have heightened our cleaning and sanitization in all areas of our dealership; in addition to this, we are NOW offering:

• Virtual Walk-Arounds for the car you are interested in. Our client advisors are now providing digital walk-arounds they can send to you via email or social media. Just ask for this and we’ll send you a video of the car you’re interested in.


• Home visits. If requested, we have instructed our client advisors that they can bring a vehicle to you, which we will wipe down before and after, for a demonstration and test drive at your residence.


• NEW Payment calculator. You can now calculate lease payments on the new car you want as well as cash price and purchase payments.

• Apply for financing online – while we have provided this for a while, we encourage our customers to fill this out online, limiting the time you spend in the dealership. The more accurate information we have, the easier it is to speed up your in-store visit.


• Online Trade Offer. You can now receive a real trade-in value for your vehicle via email or text. And we are able to buy your car even if you don’t buy one from us.


• Our client advisors can now work the majority of your car deal over the phone. Again, the more accurate information we have, the easier it will be to to help you limit time at the dealership, so taking advantage of our finance and trade forms online will help this process out immensely. 


• Final paperwork -You can NOW purchase or lease a car without leaving your
  home! Our client advisors can bring all necessary paperwork, and the vehicle, to
  your home, conferencing in our Finance Manager to ensure all your questions are
  answered and you are complety satisfied with your vehicle purchase.

• Our service department is taking extra measures to wipe down each car after inspection, in addition to cleaning the vehicle’s exterior. Our service advisors have been instructed maintain social distance with other employees and customers.


• Our parts department is sanitizing and cleaning desks and shelves throughout the day. Further our parts department staff has been asked to maintain social distance with other employees, as much as possible, and customers.


We are asking our employees and our customers to please stay home if they are experiencing any cold or flu-like symptoms.

We will keep you updated on any changes in the information regarding COVID-19. We are continually monitoring the latest reports from the Center of Disease Control (CDC), World Health Organization (WHO), and local news organizations to keep our customers and employees safe. The healthy and safety offer customers and employees is our priority.
Sincerely,

Jeff Davis

Director of Operations

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What is the best Compact SUV? Not only is the crossover segment the largest in the US as nearly 1 in every 4 cars sold is a compact crossover, totaling 4.1 million in annual sales in 2019; there are also more compact SUV’s to choose from than any other type of car, 43 different models in fact.

Crossovers are popular for a number of reasons. They are comfortable, safe, spacious, and versatile — in other words, the perfect vehicle for a young family, active adults, commuting professional, and retired couples who want just the perfect amount of space.

One crossover checks all of the boxes for the best compact SUV in its class is the new Volkswagen Tiguan. Cars.com named the Volkswagen Tiguan as its “Best Compact SUV of 2019”, beating out six other contenders on its way to clinching the coveted award. “The Tiguan returns as champion of the challenge based on the strength of how it drives while giving up nothing in roominess, media, safety tech and cabin comfort for it,” said Cars.com Editor-in-Chief Jennifer Newman.

“The Tiguan has become one of our most popular vehicles for our dealership group,” says Jeff Davis, General Manager at Volkswagen Clear Lake and Volkswagen Cypress. “It’s a good size for a growing family, has plenty of horsepower and incredible tech — all at the right price.”

Here are a few reasons the new 2020 Tiguan stands out from the crowd:

The 2020 Tiguan has Wi-Fi and upgraded safety features

What’s new for 2020?

According to Volkswagen, all the 2020 Tiguan models will be equipped with Front Assist, Side Assist, and Rear Traffic Alert. These features have become in very high-demand at Volkswagen Cypress.

“Have you ever been caught off guard while following behind another car and they stop suddenly?” says Davis. “The new 2020 Tiguan will automatically brake and give you a forward-collision alert now. Plus the 2020 Tiguan has blind-spot warning system like the new Atlas and Passat models. We’re really excited about these enhancements and know our customers are going to appreciate them.”

In fact, the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan was just recognized as a Top Safety pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
Further, the new 2020 Tiguan models will be equipped with the next-generation Car-Net telematics system, as well as in-car Wi-Fi capability. Wireless charging is available, starting on the SE trim.

In addition to great safety technology, the Tiguan is also available with Volkswagen’s robust 4Motion all-wheel-drive system, making driving in variable conditions not only easier but much safer. These safety features coupled with four different drive modes (including one specifically for driving in extreme rain), the Tiguan is one of the safest places to be.

Tiguan offers excellent versatility, including an optional 3rd row

One of the primary ways the Tiguan stands out from the other crossovers in its class is its optional 3rd row, which is very rare for a compact SUV. The 2020 Tiguan has a seating capacity of 7, unlike any of its rivals.

The 2020 Tiguan has an optional 3rd row, which is extremely rare for a compact SUV, it also starts at a lower price than the Toyota RAV4 or the Honda CR-V, has more torque, and has a better warranty (4 years/ 50,000 miles), not to mention a seating capacity of 7.

Houston drivers will love the new Tiguan because it has been designed specifically for them.“We redesigned the Tiguan from the ground up last year to meet the needs of American drivers and their families,” said Scott Keogh, CEO, Volkswagen Group of America.

Being designed for young families makes the Tiguan stand out in the crowded field of the crossover segment, especially considering its available third row. Not many crossovers in the compact segment have a third-row option, making their versatility limited for prospective buyers.

However, with the optional fold-flat third row and flexible interior (three different folding options for the second row), the Tiguan offers interior space that the competition can’t.

Additionally, Cars.com ranks the Tiguan as one of the 13 best cars for child seats, noting ample space and ease of installation make the Tiguan an easy choice for families with small children.

2020 Tiguan re-launches complimentary maintenance and great warranty

New this year, Volkswagen is offering two years of complimentary maintenance on all 2020 models. “I have personally been part of many discussions with Volkswagen encouraging them to bring back the Carefree Maintenance program,” says Davis, “so I am very pleased they are bringing it back to our customers starting in 2020!”

New 2020 models, including the Tiguan, will come with the two year, 24,000-mile maintenance program which covers regularly scheduled service at no cost.

Plus all 2020 Volkswagen models come with a 4 year / 50,000 mile warranty, beating out most of the other crossovers in its class. The 2020 Tiguan has a better warranty than the Subaru Outback, Honda CR-V, Rav4, Mazda CX-5… the last goes on and on.

Tiguan offers comfort and convenience features galore – at lower starting price

The Tiguan is perfect for Houston drivers and families because it comes in so many different trim packages, perfectly customizable to different situations and needs. The base “S” trim Tiguan starts at a very reasonable MSRP of $25,000, with dealer discounts at Volkswagen Cypress and Volkswagen Clear Lake bringing it more like $22,000. Above that comes the SE, SE R-Line Black, SEL and SEL Premium R-Line.

According to Car and Driver, “Choosing a Tiguan trim is only about features and convenience equipment; they’re all powered by the same 184-hp, turbocharged four-cylinder engine and eight-speed automatic transmission. We suggest stepping up to at least the SE model, which adds a larger 8.0-inch infotainment system, keyless access, and leatherette seats that are heated and powered.”

The jump from SE to SEL is a significant one, adding about $5,000, but all the extra features it adds, including adaptive cruise, a panoramic sunroof, remote start, power liftgate, and larger 18-inch wheels, may be worth it to you.

Adding all-wheel drive, which is available on any trim, adds roughly $1,500, but makes the third row optional. If you’re in the business of hauling kids, we’d spend the extra $600 to make the Tiguan a seven-seater. The Tiguan SEL model adds upscale features like a heated steering wheel, auto-dimming rearview mirror, and rain-sensing wipers. The SEL Premium R-Line adds a new heated wiper park, standard R-Line content, and 20-inch wheels.

With the features, space, versatility, and warranty, the Tiguan is an exceptional value.

If you’re a young family looking for the perfect vehicle to get you started, a professional wanting a great compact SUV to support your lifestyle, or a retired couple wanting the safety features you deserve, then the Volkswagen Tiguan is the obvious choice. Check out the vast inventory of Tiguan SUV’s at our two convenient locations: Volkswagen Clear Lake or Volkswagen Cypress.

 

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Many people believe that the end of the year is the ideal time to buy a vehicle. But is it really true? But what many people do not realize that that the old adage of buying a car at the end of the year doesn’t take into consideration manufacture incentives, selection or dealership specials. Volkswagen Cypress’s pricing on new cars in Houston got BETTER in January than it was in December!

Here are four reasons January is the best time to buy or lease a Volkswagen at Volkswagen Cypress.

Better Discounts on the Cars You Love

While many other manufacturers have launched 2020’s and sometimes 2021 vehicles last year, Volkswagen has intentionally slowed it’s roll-out of new models to maximize the launch of several new vehicles and redesigned vehicles.

This means that while other New Car Dealerships in Houston can only offer brand new vehicles (2020 and 2021 models) with minimal incentives on 2020 models, Volkswagen Cypress still has plenty of 2019 new Volkswagen vehicles at incredible savings. In fact the discounts, leases and finance offers at Volkswagen Cypress are BETTER in January than they were in December. Take a look at these discounts on new 2019 cars and SUV’s Volkswagen Cypress is offering this month:

• 2019 Atlas SE w/ Technology is up to $7100 off MSRP*
• 2019 Golf GTI SE – $5400 off MSRP* (our biggest discount we’ve ever had on this vehicle)
• 2019 Golf SE – $3614 off MSRP!
• 2019 Jetta S – $3800 off MSRP*
• 2019 Jetta R-Line – up to $3900 off MSRP*
• 2019 Volkswagen Arteon SE AWD – up to $5600 off MSRP!

Compare these discounts to other off-brand dealerships and you’ll see the difference.

 

Improved Trade Offers

Another great reason North Houston New Car shoppers should buy or lease a new car from Volkswagen Cypress in January is the improved trade offer. Our dealership focuses on selling out of our used cars at the end of the year, so by the new year we are always low on inventory in our used car departments. January is a great time to buy a new car because we are eager to replenish our diminished supply of used cars.

Plus Volkswagen Cypress will buy your vehicle even if you don’t buy one from us! Right now Volkswagen Cypress will buy your car for its ORIGINAL BASE MSRP, deducting only for mileage, manufacturer incentives that were originally paid on the vehicle, thus lowering its value, and any damage. (2010 and newer, no high lines).

We are also offering high values for vehicles older than 2010’s to help grow our used car inventory and can offer Cash for Clunkers value for them. Find out what your car is worth here.

 

Higher Objectives = Better Deals For You

Another reason January is an ideal month for New Car Buyers in Houston is that Volkswagen Cypress has been given a VERY high objective from our manufacturer for January that we simply have to reach in order to operate at top standards. What does that mean to you? It means we are EXTREMELY motivated to sell 110 new cars this month.

In addition to dropping our pricing on vehicle purchases on our 2019 Volkswagen models, Volkswagen Cypress has extremely aggressive lease offers as well. We have new cars for as low as $199 a month! Check out our Lease and Payment Offers page on our website to see just how aggressive our new car offers are at Volkswagen Cypress.

We’re confident we can lower your payment. Switch & Save at Volkswagen Cypress Today. If we can’t keep your payment the same or even lower it, we’ll give you $1000 cash for your down payment. Schedule an appointment today or just stop by!

 

0% Financing Available

Finally, another great reason to buy a new car this month is that Volkswagen just released 0% financing OAC for 60 months on the 2019 Arteon luxury sedan! Or we have 0.9% OAC for 72 months through Volkswagen Credit Institution (VCI)! This is the lowest APR we have seen on this vehicle in all of last year!

January is the best month to get this luxurious, modern, stylish vehicle at the best price possible.

January is the ideal time to buy your next car or SUV. Volkswagen Cypress has hundreds of new vehicles for our North Houston, Texas New Car Shoppers at great discounts, lease offers and finance payments. Volkswagen Cypress serves the Tomball, Texas, Cypress, Texas, The Woodlands, Texas, Katy, Texas, and Jersey Village, Texas areas. Contact us today or just top to take advantage of our incredible January deals.

*Vin: Atlas Vin, 1V2WR2CA1KC616838. 2019 Jetta R-Line VIN: 3VWCB7BU2KM192759, 2019 Golf GTI Vin 3VW5T7AU5KM036545, 2019 Jetta S Vin: 3VWN57BUXKM263514, 2019 Golf SE 3VWG57AU1KM031555, Arteon VIN WVWBR7AN0KE000460….all Based on purchase and cannot be combined with any other special rate or lease offer. See dealer for details. Requires dealer-arranged financing. Excludes TT&L, state and dealer fees.

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