SYDNEY CITY LEXUS
INSIGHT
NEW ES EXHILARATION There’s a new seventh generation Lexus ES coming and its due before spring.
made it even smoother and more luxurious to drive, and to ride in.
Sydney City Lexus is excited to announce the new ES luxury sedan will be available as a petrol-electric hybrid, and also with a new 2.5 litre four-cylinder petrol engine.
A lot of its traits and craftmanship have come straight from the flagship LS, so it’s no wonder that we’re already fielding serious enquiries, not only from our loyal owners, but also from people that are new to the Lexus brand.
Demand for the current ES range has been on fire this year with deliveries up almost 25 per cent compared to the same period last year – but stand by for what happens next. The new ES has been substantially re-styled and new chassis and suspension improvements have
The Self charging hybrid electric Lexus ES delivers a sophisticated blend of dynamic performance and environmental friendliness that will set the standard for executive saloons of the future.
THE FUTURE IS ELECTRIFYING Sydney City Lexus has just commissioned three fast charging electric refilling stations for our dealership as we gear up for an electrifying future.
Since the launch of our RX400h SUV in 2006, we’ve introduced no fewer than 18 petrol-electric model variants, and demand keeps growing.
Lexus eclipsed the major milestone of two million global sales of electrified vehicles by the end of April 2021, reflecting a commitment to the reduction of CO2 emissions across a significant number of luxury segments.
In 2020, 33 percent of all Lexus we delivered were petrol-electric hybrids. Last month we were up to 38 percent.
A new feeling of driving pleasure for Lexus customers will be further reinforced through By 2025, Lexus International will debut 20 new or the application of DIRECT4 and steer-by-wire improved models, including more than 10 BEVs, systems in yet-to-be-revealed future Lexus PHEVs, and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs). In the electrified production models. same year Lexus International will make available DIRECT4, the Lexus all-wheel-drive torque an electrified version of every model line. distribution technology, combines highly-precise Before Christmas 2020, we will be offering a drive force control with responsive steer-by-wire brand-new Lexus UX300e, our very first BEV systems that greatly enhance vehicle reflexes (Battery Electric Vehicle) which runs solely on resulting in a high level of dynamic performance electricity. It will be the first of many more to come. and an experience that is unmatched by conventional cars. We’re proud that Lexus has been at the forefront of the electric revolution. Here in Australia, we’re at the forefront of petrol-electric hybrid delivery.
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YOU’RE IN GOOD HANDS
Ali Mireskandari, left, was the Top Ranked New Car Sales Manager of 2020, and Elvis Yang was the Top Ranked Pre-Owned Sales Consultant of 2020.
Three deserving individuals from our Sydney City Lexus sales team have been recognized by Lexus Australia as the best performers in each of their categories. The Top Ranked New Car Sales Manager of 2020, was our very own Ali Mireskandari, an award which has given Ali ‘a great sense of pride.’ “Our business is based on relationships, and we take pride in our customer service from the moment our guests step into our showroom. Our customer service is based on omotenashi – the Japanese hospitality philosophy where we Angelo Papas, was the Top Ranked Pre-Owned treat our customers like a guest in our home. Sales Manager of 2020. I am so proud to be part of a high performing sales team that is truly focused on their guests from his Sales Manager Angelo, “We make an needs,” said Ali. amazing team Angelo and I,” Elvis Said. Angelo Papas has been recognized as the Top “These three are Number One in their craft in Ranked Lexus Pre-Owned Sales Manager in Australia, and that doesn’t mean they’ve simply Australia and joins Elvis Yang as the Top Ranked sold more than anyone else. It’s because they’ve Pre-Owned Sales Consultant in 2020. Elvis looked after their guests better than anyone else,” joined Sydney City Lexus three years ago and attributes his success to the guidance and support Sydney City Lexus Principal John Roca said. SYDNEY CITY LEXUS | INSIGHT | 3
A CENTURY OF EXPERIENCE Sometimes it takes our breath away. Lexus, the best luxury brand in the world, is just 30years old. But the top five members of our Sydney City Lexus service team have between them 110 years of Lexus experience. That’s what makes us different to anyone else in the luxury business. Our team members have been with Lexus, almost literally, since the birth of the brand. Zlatklo Acevski – aka Zak, our service manager boasts a quarter of a century of dedication. Zak is our man on the front line at Sydney City. He is so well entrenched that many of our guests have become true friends. The same applies for Peter Mihaczi, another quarter-century veteran, who is our man in the field. Because so many Lexus guests take
part in our home or office pick-up and delivery service, Peter is the man they know when he arrives at their home or office. By comparison Mok You, our warranty officer, with 23 years’ service, and Simon O’Connor, valet driver, with 22 years on staff, are youngsters. Grant Catlin, our workshop controller, who joined us at the start of 2000, has worked his way up to this role having held a number of Quality Control positions. He takes pride in ensuring all our guest vehicles are perfect when they are returned to them. We got them together recently, just to say thanks, and they all nominated one reason that keeps them so committed – more even than the brand, it’s the people that they enjoy the most. Book your next a service online here and use Promo Code SERVICENEWS500.
Sydney City Lexus Service team, from L to R: Simon O’Connor, Zlatklo Acevski, Peter Mihaczi, and Mok You. SYDNEY CITY LEXUS | INSIGHT | 4
WELCOME JAMES McDONALD He’s known as JMac to his fans, and the Kiwi import is arguably Australia’s premier jockey with 47 Group 1 wins to his credit – an extraordinary feat since he’s still just 29 years old. Now, James has become part of the Sydney City Lexus family and is proudly driving a Lexus ES300h along with his partner Katelyn Mallyon. JMac and Katelyn are a power couple in racing. Katelyn became the first woman to win a Group 1 race before she retired two years ago, at 24, to concentrate on her commentary career within the sport. It’s a pleasure and an honor to have them as part of our tight knit team of Sydney City Lexus ambassadors. AND WELL DONE MINI Our resident Rooster Anthony Minichiello (302 NRL games for the Roosters and a one team man his whole career), has given back mightily to the community during the pandemic. His on-line fitness and wellness program, Minifit, has led housebound Sydney-siders (in fact people
Lexus Australia brand ambassador Anthony Minichiello.
globally) in everything from exercise programs through to purpose built nutrition advice, and physical, mental and emotional mindfulness. Mini has run holiday clinics for kids and has done heaps to combat child obesity with programs designed to promote healthy activity. You can find Mini on minifit.com.au. SYDNEY CITY LEXUS | INSIGHT | 5
A NEW WAY OF END OF FINANCIAL YEAR BUYING COVID-19 has interrupted the cycle of End of Financial Year offers which have become a hallmark of the Australian new car purchase schedules of many businesses. Simply, car makers globally are scrambling to keep up with demand and its most unlikely they’ll be in a position to offer ‘traditional’ EOFY incentives. At Sydney City Lexus, we’ve thought outside the square: Our challenge has been to find what would provide our owners, including our business owners, with real benefit. Our solution is not only a truly appealing offer, but also one which enables us to once more, say thank you to our guests for their continued faith in us.
ROCA ON RADIO We knew it all along, but Sydney City Lexus’ principal John Roca has been officially recognized as a go-to motoring expert. He’s joined Macquarie Network’s Chris Smith weekend program to talk not only about his favorite products,
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but about motoring in general, and to share his wealth of enthusiasm for all things to do with the automotive world. - His segment, naturally, is called ‘All Things Automotive.’ CLICK HERE TO RADIO PROGRAM
TIME FOR A WINTER CHECK-UP Sydney City Lexus has instituted a special winter health check for your car and we’re offering it at a very special price.
- A comprehensive check of brakes, including your parking brake, front and rear suspension and drive shafts, and steering wheel alignment.
Its $139.95 worth of value. We’re providing it as a special offer to our guests at $89.95.
- And last but by no means least we’ll inspect your tyres and restore your tyre pressures to proper operating function.
We’ll do a comprehensive check of your car including: - Checking and replenishing all fluid levels - Inspecting your drive belts and exhaust system - Most importantly, checking your windscreen wipers and lights to ensure good working order on cold winter nights
There’s no need to make a reservation. During June, July and August, all you have to do is pop in and we’ll do the complete check while you’re with us. Looking forward to seeing you soon, for your Lexus’ winter check-up.
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GET IN TOUCH SYDNEY CITY LEXUS ENQUIRIES 02 8303 1900 SYDNEY CITY LEXUS SERVICE CENTRE 02 8303 1933 sales@sydneycitylexus.com.au 824 Bourke Street WATERLOO NSW, 2017