Thomas Honda and Team Chevrolet Merge!

Thomas Honda and Team Chevrolet are merging their dealership operations to form a new dealership, Thomas Team Honda.  Thomas Honda will relocate from Bantley place in Windber to 1920 Bedford Street in Johnstown, PA, to the current Team Chevrolet location.  The announcement was made today by Thomas Dealerships proprietors Mark Thomas and William Ingram along with John McGregor, Willard Campbell and Donald Devorris, of Team Dealerships.

This merger will create the largest auto agency in the area for New and Pre-owned Sales, Service and Parts. A ten to twenty percent increase in employment is expected over the next two years.

“We are thrilled to enter a partnership with another exemplary dealer,” said Mark Thomas of Thomas Dealerships. “The job creation and extended line of provided services will be a benefit to the entire community.”

The current dealership will undergo a minor renovation to create a brand new state of the art Honda Facility.  The new facility is 25,000 square feet and sits on 6 acres with capacity for more than 500 new and pre-owned vehicles. In addition to the innovative redesign, the location provides easy access for customers to Richland and Route 219, downtown Johnstown and surrounding areas.   The merger will also create a significant network of more than 1,000 pre-owned vehicles from which customers can choose.

While new Chevrolets will no longer be sold at this location, all extended service contracts, regular service maintenance and repairs, on all makes and models will continue at the Bedford Street location, by the same expert technicians. All vehicle service work can be scheduled through this location. All GM warranty work will be performed at one of the several Thomas or Team GM Dealerships. It is anticipated that the new Thomas Team Honda will open sometime after the first of the year..

Honda vehicles have consistently received top automotive industry awards for vehicle safety, high resale values, low maintenance costs, and excellent fuel efficiency.  Both dealerships have continuously embraced these standards and will continue to do so in their new joint venture.

Pa Honda: Car Sales in Nov. Continue Record Pace

Thomas Honda of Johnstown reports exciting November sales as we continue on their record setting year! Having such a high percentage of growth from last year to this is not typical of the Honda market at the moment as its November was down 9% in new cars sales from last November. Thomas Honda has shown a 64% increase in new car sales since last year as it shoots up the charts of all Pa Honda Dealers! We sold 23 new cars this November over last year’s 14! More than 40 units went out this November a number that more than doubled last years monthly numbers. Used car sales also continue at a record pace passing our all time record for November used car sales at 20 vehicles. In the three month period of Sept. Oct. and Nov. Thomas Honda of Johnstown has sold 132 retail units vs. last years total of 81. This year has been a record setting year as they have already passed and plan to smash their previous yearly sales record. Bill Ingram, the General Manager at Thomas Honda says that he is excited about the continued sales record setting pace and he expects Dec. sales to continue at the same heightened level!

2010 Honda Accord Crosstour Arrives!

“The Accord Crosstour combines the sophisticated refinement of a premium sedan with versatile characteristics of an SUV to create an entirely distinct concept within the crossover utility vehicle (CUV) segment. Leveraging the many benefits of a car-based platform, the Accord Crosstour starts with the top-level refinement of the Accord V-6 Sedan and further expands utility with a sleek-yet-functional profile for increased cargo space.” Says The Honda News Room.

The multiple roles of style and function filled by this new vehicle make it one of the most versatile on the market. Filled with luxuries and styled to perfection from bumper to bumper this vehicle commands attention while seats every passenger and cargo (dirty or clean with rear reversible floor panel) comfortably.

Below is the model, Trim level, Transmission, Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price and EPA estimated City, Highway and Combined gas mileage.
Accord Crosstour 2WD EX 5-Speed Automatic $29,670 18/27/21
Accord Crosstour 2WD EX-L 5-Speed Automatic $32,570 18/27/21
Accord Crosstour 2WD EX-L Navi 5-Speed Automatic $34,770 18/27/21
Accord Crosstour 4WD EX-L 5-Speed Automatic $34,020 17/25/20
Accord Crosstour 4WD EX-L Navi 5-Speed Automatic $36,220 17/25/20

Thomas' loves the new Crosstour!

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Great Programs Come To Pa Honda

Pa Honda

Great Environment, Great Programs, Great Deals

Here at Thomas Honda of Johnstown, Pa we strive to do the best we can for our customers. The whole package of programs, deals and the unique sales environment is why we claim to be the best for the Pa Honda product.

With Thomas Rewards, Honda Certified Vehicles, No Pressure Sales Situation, 4-Year Warranty Reimbursement, 30 Free Limited Warranty, 3 day Return policy and 120 point used vehicle inspection/certification on every used vehicle, you can be sure to be safe when buying from Thomas Honda.

With our No Pressure sales situation you always get the best price upfront without having to argue with another responsible adult. Our sales staff is not paid on commission and they will not try to coerce you into buying a vehicle that you don’t want.

Honda certified protects you longer when buying a used vehicle. It gives you long warranties that rival or better most new car warranties.

The Thomas Rewards cards give you discounts on the time on numerous items as well as giving you 10% back on every dollar you spend. Being in the Thomas Family gives more back to you.

Our 4-year reimbursement will keep you under warranty for longer and if you don’t use your warranty we will REFUND YOU the total sum!

Giving you a 30 free limited warranty and a 3 day return policy is awesome.

We are just that confident in our vehicles because of a 120 point used vehicle inspection/certification that gets done on every used vehicle. We know that they are reliable.

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United Way Charity Car Cruise A Success

On Oct 17th 2009 we, here at Thomas Honda of Johnstown, had a for charity Car Cruise and drive.

United Way Charity

It was an excellent success. The community came together and raised over 1300 dollars for the Charity. The united way of Cambria county and the united way of somerset county benefited greatly as they used the money for a good cause. Austin Nail is young blind football player who was the direct benefactor.

We here at Thomas Honda of Johnstown just want to thank everyone that came out and supported young Austin in a great day at our car dealership. We are excited for future community events including next years car cruise in which promises to be another great event. We hope that community events like these will set the bar for giving back from the businesses in our area and reflect on the attitude of our region.

Honda Releases Special Interest Rates!

Thomas Honda of Johnstown reports: Honda releasing special interest rates on all New Honda Product! 1.9% and 2.9% special interest rates now available. See our full press release at Honda Special Interest Rates!

Sales Excellence at Thomas Honda

Here at Thomas Honda we employ a system of selling vehicles that we fondly call No Haggle Upfront best pricing. You’ll see this below under No Pressure Sales Environment. Also as a part of this we have been experiencing a rise in all areas of sales. Our favorite area has been in the achievements of our sales staff.

Mr. Richard Berkey On Record Pace!

Thomas Honda reports Richard Berkey is selling a record number of vehicles. He has just passed the 200 new and used vehicle mark and continues to rise. Mr. Berkey is an accomplished Honda sales consultant with over 20 years experience selling Honda vehicles.  He has been consistently recognized for his sales excellence as a repeat member of the exclusive Honda Council of Sales Excellence club. Mr. Berkey resides in Central City, Pa a suburb of Johnstown, Pa.

Sales Staff is Highly trained

Continuing Thomas Honda of Johnstown’s sales success is the completion of training by Brad Cobaugh, Adi Aubrey, and Roy Shaulis. They successfully participated and completed the Honda certified training on November 6^th, 2009 in Edison, New Jersey. Now, more ready to serve, the Thomas Honda team is fully qualified and would love to help you in any way possible.

Adrienne Aubrey New Team Member

Thomas Honda, Johnstown, Pennsylvania’s exclusive Honda dealership reports that Adrienne Aubrey has successfully completed all requirements of the Honda product training.  This training requires self study and passing of detail product knowledge on all Honda new model lines.  This is a requirement also to be a licensed sales consultant for the state of Pennsylvania.  Ms Aubrey has over 20 years experience in sales with nearly 10 years experience in automotive sales. She previously held a sales position with an Infiniti new vehicle franchised dealer in Atlanta Georgia.  Ms Aubrey resides in Richland Township, a suburb of Johnstown, Pa. and joined the Thomas team in October, 2009!

So come down to Thomas Honda and see what all the commotion is about. We are ready to serve you everyday. Our No Pressure sales environment and qualified sales professionals are standing by to serve you, the car consumer.

Honda At the 2009 SEMA show

Las Vegas, Nevada:

The 2009 Specialty Equipment Market Associations show. Honda kicked it off with a bang displaying many historic and brand new accessories attached to some of the greatest Honda vehicles to have ever been made. One surprise of the show was the displaying of the 2010 Honda Accord with MUEGEN accessories! Announced by Honda was that all these accessories will be available on the upcoming model.

On display:

2010 Accord with MUGEN accessories
2010 Fit Sport with MUGEN accessories
2010 Accord Coupe HFP™
2010 Civic Si Sedan HFP™
2010 Accord Crosstour with accessories
2010 Dog Friendly Element EX
1971 N600
1974 Civic with race modifications
1984 CRX MUGEN Prototype
2000 Civic Si Challenge winner
2008 S2000 CR race car
IndyCar® race car
HPD Formula F prototype

Bruce Smith, Vice President of Parts Operations for the American Honda Motor Company Incorporated said “Customized Honda Cars factor strongly into SEMA history and are a big part of Honda’s 50 Years in America, with a growing accessory lineup, now including MUGEN kits for the Accord Sedan and Fit, Honda is committed to supporting personalization of our vehicles into the future.”

2010 Mugen Honda Accord

2010 Mugen Honda Fit

2010 Honda Accord Coupe

Hoping to do more..

Here at Thomas Honda of Johnstown we are hoping to do more for the car customer. Some of the programs that we have here represent the kind of commitment we have to these values.

No Pressure Sales Environment

We have a few programs that work into a holistic no pressure situation for the customer.

The first of these being a sales staff that is not paid by commission. Without this commission on sales our staff is permitted to help you find the car you want and help you make a responsible, correct decision. They are very knowledgeable on all of our vehicles and they will conduct themselves in a responsible manner. That way, the decision you make  will be one that you will be happy with in the future and never regret.

Secondly we have a no haggle, upfront best pricing policy. You don’t have to wonder whether you are getting the best deal. Or wonder if you should be arguing with another adult over what the price should be. We give you the best price up front so that you don’t have to do any wondering or arguing.

These two things make our sales environment and consequently your experience the best around.

Thomas Rewards Program

Most rewards programs give you 3 to 5 percent. Well the Thomas Automotive rewards program gives you 10% back on every dollar you spend. For instance say you service your vehicle here at Thomas Honda and build your rewards up to $500, then you could just take $500 dollars off of your next vehicle! Now, connect that with say the $750 dealer cash Honda was just giving on Civic or Accord and you’d have $1,250 dollars off of a brand new vehicle! Wow! So do business with us and get something back from your dealership.

 

These are just a few of our programs but we hope its easy to see right away what kind of difference it makes when you shop here at Thomas Honda Of Johnstown.

Honda Certified!

Here at Thomas Honda we have Honda certified used cars and if you haven’t heard the difference between a Honda certified used car and a run of the mill used vehicle.

• All vehicles go through a 150 point intense vehicle inspection. This is done by highly qualified Honda technicians.
• You get a 12 month/12,000 mile limited warranty covering most of your Honda Vehicle
• And a 7 year/100,000 miles Powertrain warranty
• There are never any deductibles
• On all Honda Certified vehicles a CarFax is available with the vehicle
• You get XM Satellite radio free for three months with all XM satellite compatible radios
• and an additional 7 year/100,000 miles Honda Car Vehicle Service Contract is available

These vehicles undergo an extensive evaluation and reconditioning process so that Honda knows and you know that they are reliable, safe and clean. With all the advantages of buying a used Honda vehicle why would you buy anything else?

Honda Certified Used Vehicle