I just wanted to send a quick note to share my experience at Grossinger Hyundai.

I had been shopping around for a crossover SUV/SUV for the past week. Hence, I’ve been through various sales pitches and the constant pressure to buy the car on the spot. However, what made me purchase a brand new Santa Fe at your location is because of the Sales Representative and the Sales Manager who assisted me with the purchase.

The Sales Representative, Alex, was very polite, helpful, considerate and pleasant. We initially looked at the Tuscan but realized that it didn’t meet our needs. Alex was very helpful! He just wanted to help me and my wife pick the right car and at no point did I feel that he was being pushy or aggressive, a feeling that most car buyers feel. After helping me and my wife pick the right car, the Sales Manager, Brian was very helpful in making sure that the SUV met our price range.

Overall it was a pleasant experience working with the entire team and I will certainly recommend this location to others.

Thank you!

Waseeem Wahab

Villano found the man to be barely breathing, with only the slightest trace of a pulse.  He then quickly sprung into action, calling upon the CPR training he had received some twenty years ago.  He asked another bystander to call 911, and continued his CPR until paramedics arrived at the scene.

Villano later learned that the 83 year old man had been suffering from a cardiac incident.   EMS workers informed him that the man had survived and had undergone a procedure to implant a pacemaker and an automatic defibrillator at St. Francis Hospital, Lincolnwood.

According to Fire Chief Mike Hansen, Villano “was in the right place at the right time,” and the 83 year old man “got a guardian angel and good EMS help after that.”  Grossinger Cadillac couldn’t be more proud of their employee turned local hero.

Dear Caroline,

Thank you so much for facilitating the six-month loan of the new Chevy van for our Green Youth Farm and Windy City Harvest programs.  It provides much-needed transportation of staff and materials to locations throughout the Chicago area.

These outstanding programs serve high-school students and young adults from underserved areas of the city and give them an opportunity to break out of a cycle of poverty and unemployment.  It is inspiring how involved the participants become, how hard they work throughout the year, and the enormous pride they take in their accomplishments and knowledge.  The lessons they learn provide an important foundation for them and will benefit their community in the future.

With warm thanks,

Sophia Siskel

President and CEO

 Chicago Botanic Garden

 Lincolnwood Hyundai shoppers can take advantage of the Gas Lock program on Grossinger’s entire line up of new Hyundai’s like the family friendly Santa Fe and award winning Genesis.  Additionally, Hyundai buyers who trade in their current vehicle for a new Santa Fe or Sonata can get $1,000 in trade-in assistance from Grossinger Hyundai. 

 Grossinger Hyundai proudly offers the entire line of Hyundai vehicles at their Lincolnwood dealership.  In addition to the popular Hyundai Gas Lock program going on now, Hyundai shoppers can also take advantage of factory rebates and owner loyalty cash of up to $4,000. 

 For more information on current specials, visit http://www.grossingerhyundai.com

 Chicago Cadillac buyers can now take advantage of 0% financing for 72 months on remaining 2008 and 2009 Cadillac cars in stock at Grossinger Cadillac. This is an excellent opportunity for car buyers to own an acclaimed Cadillac car. 

 Our vehicles are ‘priced to sell’, as we make room on the floor to introduce the 2010 SRX and CTS.  All remaining 2008-2009 Cadillac’s have been discounted from $4600 up to $15,000 off the original MSRP.

 Cadillac cars have a long legacy of iconic success in the US auto industry.  For over 100 years, the Cadillac brand has been a status symbol in the US, connoting luxury and excellence.  Cadillac produced a number of ‘firsts’ for the auto industry including the first self starter, V8 engine, and the first dependable synchromesh transmission.  Grossinger Cadillac in Lincolnwood is proud to continue the Cadillac legacy. 

 Now is the chance to own your own Cadillac!  Visit our website at

http://www.grossingercaddy.com/

Illinois Tucson owners already know the best kept secret in the industry and now a reward automotive award will be letting the “cat out of the bag”.

Our new Grossinger Hyundai store will be taking orders on the 2010 Hyundai Tuscon for Illinois consumers who want to be the first to own the newly design Tuscon.

Tucson Wins Motorists Choice Award

Intellichoice and AutoPacific honored Hyundai Tucson this month with a 2009 Motorist Choice Award in the Compact Crossover SUV category for its top scores in ownership satisfaction and overall value. The Motorist Choice Awards recognize new cars and trucks that give their owners both economic and emotional satisfaction, helping new car buyers find vehicles that best satisfy all of their personal transportation needs.

“Automakers have long known that car buyers are looking for outstanding value, and want to be proud of the car they drive,” said James Bell, publisher and editor of IntelliChoice.com. “With the Hyundai Tucson being awarded a Motorist Choice Award, it proves to be a purchase that owners will be pleased with both financially and behind the wheel.”

The fourth annual Motorist Choice Awards were co-developed by AutoPacific, known for its owner satisfaction rankings, and IntelliChoice.com, the online source for automotive ownership cost and value analysis, to recognize the vehicles that delivered both the highest customer satisfaction and the lowest cost of ownership. One-hundred and ninety six cars, trucks, crossovers and SUVs were scored this year to determine the winners.

“It’s an honor to be recognized by both Intellichoice.com and AutoPacific in the 2009 Motorist Choice Awards,” said Brandon Ramirez, product manager, Hyundai Motor America. “With safety and technology features rivaling more expensive vehicles in the small SUV segment, Tucson is a smart option for car buyers seeking value, quality and reliability in their next car purchase.”

For 2009, sound engineering refinements have been made to improve Tucson’s EPA fuel economy values. Additional exterior and interior changes include all-new 16-inch alloy wheels, a more distinctive chrome grille, new tailgate trim and new GLS seat fabric. The Tucson SE 4WD received standard heated front seats and a windshield wiper de-icer. Tucson also has standard XM Satellite Radio™ and iPod®/USB and MP3 auxiliary input jacks.

Illinois Hyundai Dealers

We invite you to come down to our showroom and test drive the Hyundai Tucson; you’ll be glad that you did. 

Grossinger Hyundai
6747 N. Lincoln Ave.
Lincolnwood, IL 60712

800-901-6496

According to the NHTSA Illinois car sales resulted in $143,613,000 in stimulus money from the nearly $3 billion allotted to the  CARS program. Toyota was the top manufacturer in new car sales from the CARS program followed by GM.

All our dealership locations had strong sales growth with Toyota and GM brands leading the way.  The Grossinger Autogroup has been very fortunate to have the #1 and #2 most purchased brands under our family run autogroup.  The program was a great moral boost for all our employees and local consumers benefitted the most. 

The final sales numbers for the Cash for Clunkers program can be downloaded in a PDF document.  (Download)

Back to Business at Grossinger

Consumers who did not qualify for the NHTSA Cash for Clunkers program are invited to visit the Grossinger family of stores in August while significant incentives are still being offered.  Hyundai, Chevrolet, and our GM portfolio of car have very attractive discounts and rebates available for purchases in August.

We will see which incentive packages will be available for September on or around the 3rd of the month.  We at the Grossinger Autogroup will be working hard to find the right car at the right price for all Illinois consumers that need reliable transportation.  That means will track down the best used car for our customers and since we have multiple used car lots, that means we have one of the best selections of pre-owned cars in the area.

If you are looking for a new or used car, just complete the form on this page and we will have a sales associate give you a call and assist you with finding the exact car that you want at a great price.

Here is a summary of the great deals we have to offer in August from our dealerships.  Click on any of our store website addresses to see specific inventory and promotions. 

Grossinger Autoplex – www.grossingerautoplex.com   

• NEW 2009 GMC ACADIA $27,995 M90185
• NEW 2009 GMC SIERRA 1500 Reg. cab $15,995 M90272
• NEW 2009 GMC SAVANNA 1/2 ton work truck $19,995 M90047
• NEW 2010 PONTIAC VIBE $12,995 P10008
• NEW 2009 PONTIAC G6 $13,995 P90183
• NEW 2009 PONTIAC G8 $23,995 P90301
• NEW 2009 BUICK LACROSSE $21,995 B90169
• NEW 2009 BUICK LUCERNE $25,995 B90040
• NEW 2009 CADILLAC CTS $32,495 C90131
• NEW 2008 CADILLAC SRX SAVE $10,000 C80034
• NEW 2008 CADILLAC ESCALADE SAVE $15,000 NOW ONLY $49,995 C80170
• 2009 BUICK ENCLAVE (PRE-DRIVEN) $30,995 B90209A

Grossinger Hyundai – www.grossingerhyundai.com  

• NEW 2009 ELANTRA GLS $12,995 H90391 AUTO & AIR
• NEW 2009 SONATA GLS $14,695 H90598 AUTO & AIR
• NEW 2009 SANTA FE GLS $18,495 H90456  AUTO & AIR
• NEW 2008 ACCENT $8,495 H80481 WITH AIR
• NEW 2008 TIBURON SE $16,995 H80104 LOADED

Lease Specials

• NEW 2009 GENESIS 3.8 V6 $299 PER MONTH 36 MONTH LEASE
• $4200 due at signing +1st mo. payment, tax, title, lic. & doc. fees. 12K
• mi/yr, 20¢/mi over. Residual $16,219

Grossinger Toyota – www.grossingertoyotanorth.com 

• NEW 2009 YARIS WITH AUTO TRANS $12,995 T90754
• NEW 2009 MATRIX WITH AUTO AIR $13,995 T90198
• NEW 2009 TACOMA REG CAB 4X2 WITH AUTO TRANS $14,995 K90481
• NEW 2009 RAV4 4X2 WITH AUTO TRANS $19,895 T92450
• NEW 2010 PRIUS $22,995 T100233
• NEW 2009 VENZA WITH AUTO TRANS $23,995 T92369

Lease Specials

• NEW 2010 COROLLA $149 A MONTH 36 MONTH LEASE
• #T100035 1.8L 4 Cyl 5 Spd Manual. $2500 down plus 1st mo. pmt, tax title
• lic. & doc fee($150). Sec dep. incl, 12K mi./yr, 25¢ over. Residual $9,617.

• NEW 2010 CAMRY $179 A MONTH 36 MONTH LEASE
• #T100025 2.5L 4 Cyl 6 Spd Manual. $2500 down plus 1st mo. pmt, tax title
• lic. & doc fee($150). Sec dep. incl, 12K mi./yr, 25¢ over. Residual $12,676.

Caroline Grossinger and her brother Gary Grossinger operate all of the Grossinger Autoplex dealerships.  They represent the third generation of the oldest owned auto dealership in Illinois.  Their grandfather, Sam Grossinger emigrated from Europe and started the business in the early 1900s.  Sam started out as a tailor in a sweatshop and then partnered in a parking garage.  Next he sold tires. Finally, he became a “Hupmobile” auto dealer.  By the time the “Hupmobile” fell by the wayside, General Motors had become familiar with Sam’s business acumen and offered him a newly manufactured franchise called Pontiac.

His sons Paul and Irwin both grew up at the Dealership, which they nicknamed “The Garage.” As a result, they developed a work ethic, mode of operating, and a temperature much like their father’s.  While Paul’s priority was selling cars and assisting his father, real estate began to intrigue him.  He was allowed to pursue this passion when Irwin came on board to help manage the dealership full time.  Their close relationship and mutual respect was always apparent.

This mutual admiration society for their father continued until Paul and Irwin lost Sam a few months before Irwin’s first daughter was to be born.  Then Paul passed way at the untimely age of 44.  These losses devastated Irwin, and although he had been dealt a bad hand, he continued with admirable strength.  He was now responsible for the family legacy.

During the ensuing years business opportunity knocked often and Irwin always opened the door.  Always listening and evaluating, Irwin grew a single Pontiac dealership into the current multiple franchise business that is now the Grossinger Auto Group.  Shortly after moving the Grossinger Pontiac dealership to Skokie, Grossinger was awarded a Grossinger GMC franchise.  A few years later he took the additional opportunity to sell Grossinger Cadillacs in Lincolnwood. Even though Irwin vowed to never sell anything other than American cars, auto trends brought Volvo, Suzuki and Grossinger Toyota North into the Grossinger family.  Only a few years ago, Grossinger Buick was added to the GM Autoplex building and finally a Grossinger Chevy dealership was opened in Palatine.

Since Irwin’s passing in June of 2000, Gary Grossinger and Caroline Grossinger continued the Grossinger legacy with the same strength of character, same code of ethics and same mutual admiration and respect for one another as their family before them. They are very excited about the new opening of Grossinger Hyundai in Lincolnwood.  Their love of the business and their commitment to customer service continues from generations before them.  They will continue the tradition of the oldest family owned auto dealership in Illinois.

Caroline and Gary are also pleased to announce the opening of their family’s newest dealership, Grossinger Kia in Lincolnwood.

For more information on Grossinger Autoplex, visit http://www.grossinger.com/

Grossinger Kia will offer Illinois residents the largest selection of new and used Kia cars. The dealership also features a state-of-the-art parts and service center which will be open 6 days a week for customers.  An added convenience for customers is the Grossinger Kia website which allows customers to submit diagnostic questions to their factory trained technicians.  

In July of 2009, Kia was named Car Franchise of the Year by leading industry publication, Motor Trader, at its annual award ceremony in London.   Grossinger Kia is proud to offer the many award winning cars in Kia’s line-up to Illinois car shoppers.

For more information on Grossinger Kia, please visit http://www.kiagrossinger.com

About Grossinger Auto Group

The Grossinger family has been in the auto industry since the early 1900’s.  Today, Grossinger Autoplex, the oldest family owned auto dealership in Illinois, is operated by third generation Grossingers, Caroline and Gary.

Caroline Grossinger and her brother Gary took over the family business in 2000.  Since then, Caroline and Gary have continued to follow in their father’s footsteps and have expanded their operation to include the opening of a new Hyundai dealership in Lincolnwood and most recently a Kia dealership. 

Grossinger Auto started as a single Pontiac dealership and has grown to include 14 dealerships representing 9 major automotive brands. 

For more information, www.grossinger.com

Her family dealership business includes Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC and Pontiac franchises.

Despite its current woes of rising costs, shrinking market share and an unprecedented drop to junk-bond status, Grossinger is an optimistic retail representative of the world’s largest auto maker.

“GM is doing a lot of things right lately,” she says. “They talk to their dealers like never before. There’s good support from zone managers like we haven’t seen in years. The top echelon is speaking to dealers and asking for feedback. It’s being done like no other car line.

“Quality is where GM has made huge strides. It will take a while for people to realize that. I’m confident GM will get back its market share.”

As for the auto maker’s financial troubles, Grossinger, who holds a degree in economics, says, “I’m not saying those aren’t serious concerns, but they aren’t insurmountable either.”

Here are her takes on GM products as well as three import brands her dealerships sell:

Pontiac: “The new G6 (midsize sedan) is an outstanding product with so many attributes and a competitive price point of $17,995. The Solstice convertible will arrive with a price like nothing out there.

“Problems? We didn’t have the right product for such a long time.”

Dealer Caroline Grossinger says Buick LaCrosse is generating a lot of showroom traffic.

Buick: “We’re getting real traffic with the new LaCrosse (a midsize sedan). Younger buyers are looking at it. The Lucerne (a fullsize sedan) shows promise. The Terraza (crossover sport van) needs more publicity, more public awareness.

“Buick owners are the most loyal in the world, but again as with Pontiac, we haven’t had the product until recently.”

Cadillac: “The CTS (sports sedan) has outstanding styling, value and quality. It is exciting and really performs. The SRX is a great SUV, but people ask, ‘What is it?’ For some reason, some people are not aware of it.”

GMC: “GMC makes outstanding products. I typically drive a GMC demo. The division offers among the best SUVs in the market and offers so much to so many different people.

“But it’s time for a new product line. The quality is there, but it’s time for restyling.”

Toyota: “I’m a huge fan of Toyota. The way they price, the way they don’t let product get stale. They price right from the start. It’s not about relying heavily on incentives or on correcting a pricing mistake.

“They don’t rest on past laurels. The new-generation Avalon Limited is a $35,000 car that’s comparable to a $45,000 luxury model. And quality for Toyota is not hit or miss.”

Suzuki: “Good product line with good value. But Suzuki needs to spend more money to have more people know their products. A lot of people don’t know of Forenza (a compact) or Verona (a sedan). Individual dealers can’t spend the amount of marketing money that’s necessary for national brand awareness.”

Volvo: “It has a very loyal customer base. The new S40 (sedan) seems like it will bring a lot to the table. Volvo is simplifying its number of models and trim lines. It will be easier for customers to understand.”

His sons Paul and Irwin both grew up at the Dealership, which they nicknamed “The Garage.” As a result, they developed a work ethic, mode of operating, and a temperature much like their father’s. While Paul’s priority was selling cars and assisting his father, real estate began to intrigue him. He was allowed to pursue this passion when Irwin came on board to help manage the dealership full time. Their close relationship and mutual respect was always apparent.

This mutual admiration society for their father continued until Paul and Irwin lost Sam a few months before Irwin’s first daughter was to be born. Then Paul passed way at the untimely age of 44. These losses devastated Irwin, and although he had been dealt a bad hand, he continued with admirable strength. He was now responsible for the family legacy.

During the ensuing years business opportunity knocked often and Irwin always opened the door. Always listening and evaluating, Irwin grew a single Pontiac dealership into the current multiple franchise business that is now the Grossinger Auto Group. Shortly after moving the Grossinger Pontiac dealership to Skokie, Grossinger was awarded a Grossinger GMC franchise. A few years later he took the additional opportunity to sell Grossinger Cadillacs in Lincolnwood. Even though Irwin vowed to never sell anything other than American cars, auto trends brought Volvo, Suzuki and Grossinger Toyota North into the Grossinger family. Only a few years ago, Grossinger Buick was added to the GM Autoplex building and finally a Grossinger Chevy dealership was opened in Palatine.

Since Irwin’s passing in June of 2000, Gary Grossinger and Caroline Grossinger continued the Grossinger legacy with the same strength of character, same code of ethics and same mutual admiration and respect for one another as their familty before them. They are very excited about the new opening of Grossinger Hyundai in Lincolnwood. Their love of the business and their commitment to customer service continues from generations before them. They will continue the tradition of the oldest family owned auto dealership in Illinois.

Come Visit Caroline Grossinger today…

For more information:
6747 N. Lincoln Ave. Lincolnwood, IL 60712, Direct Line 866-670-1654, Grossinger Autoplex (www.grossingerautoplex.com)