Holidays in KC with your Guests!

Having family in from out of town this holiday season? Sometimes it can get a bit burdensome to look for things to keep both you and your guests entertained throughout the entirety of their visit! We took some of the load off for you! Take a look at some of the best things you and your guests can do to stay sane and entertained!

1. Take them for barbecue! Kansas City is famous for our one-of-a-kind barbecue! Take them to the nationally renowned Oklahoma Joe's or Gates Bar-B-Que for a bite to eat!

2. Take them to see the Plaza Lights! With over 80 miles of lights and 280,000 multi-colored bulbs, your guests are sure to be in awe of our illuminated Country Club Plaza in downtown Kansas City!

3. Go see Christmas in the Park! Longview Lake's Christmas in the Park is one of the most fantastic light displays in all of Kansas City! The abundance of over 175 animated figures and twinkling splendor are a sight for any holiday thrill-seeker!

4. Take them to some thrilling holiday productions! From The Nutcracker to A Christmas Carol, these timeless tales come to life on the most famous stages in Kansas City! Don't miss these classic holiday stories come to life at this wonderful time of year!

5. Visit Crown Center! If you are looking for a unique place to grab some lunch, do a little shopping or maybe even take the family ice-skating, Crown Center never disappoints! With three levels of shopping and dining in addition to a beautiful ice terrace and the Mayor's Christmas tree, this is the one stop you definitely don't want to miss!

Don't be left sitting inside all holiday, take your family for some Kansas City fun and take advantage of all this beautiful city has to offer!

December to Remember

Lexus is hosting our annual December to Remember sales event! Santa may bring the toys but he can't give you a gift better than this! Take advantage of interest rates lower than the dropping temperatures and great deals on Lexus leases featuring low monthly payments! (Your first month's payment is on us!)


With interest rates as low as 0.9-1.9%, why wait? There is no better time to come see how happy we can make your holidays! Check out some of our ornamental lease offers on a Lexus GS, IS, LS and more. We have everything to make your holidays sparkle. Reward yourself with the gift that keeps on giving. Come see us today!

Turkey Day Tips

It's the week of Thanksgiving! Don't wait until the last minute to get all of your shopping, cleaning and organizing done. Be sure to make a list of everything you need so you can relax and spend time with those you love this Thanksgiving holiday! Here are five tips to prepare you for the foodie fun ahead:

1. Give your entire kitchen a thorough cleaning before-hand to be sure you have everything clear and germ-free for further food-prep!

2. Give your fridge a good cleaning and make some space for extra items that may need it!

2. Make dips, spreads and sauces ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator.

4. Wash, dry and cut up all vegetables ahead of schedule and keep them fresh in plastic bags in the fridge to keep fresh!

5. Check your spices. Make note of any that you may need while tossing out others that are past their prime.

And lastly, remember to cherish this time spent with those who are close to you this Thanksgiving! Have a happy Turkey day from Hendrick Lexus Kansas City!

Winter Weather Preparedness

The cold winter months are upon us! That means getting your car ready for the harsh climate that comes along with it! We want to keep you as prepared as possible for any unfortunate scenario that might occur in the tough winter winds, so here are some things to look over before starting the car:

1. Keep an Emergency Kit inside your car- This kit can include an array of items: jumper cables, crackers, hand-warmers, water, blankets, tools and flashlight. You never know when the weather will leave you stuck on the side of the road.

2. Replace your windshield wipers and wiper fluid- When it starts to snow, and snow hard, you are going to want windshield wipers that last. When an unexpected storm hits, the last thing you want is a broken wiper blade or one that doesn't work at all!

3. Always keep the tank full- We know this can be difficult, and sometimes we let our cars run on fumes until we absoluteley need to fill up. While this typically isn't good any time of the year, it can be especially detrimental in the winter months. Freezing and shifting temperatures can cause condensation to form on the walls of a gas tank near empty, causing water to drip down into the gas. It will eventually sink to the bottom, since water is heavier than gas. Water can find its way into the fuel lines and freeze up, causing a blockage in gas flow to the engine. Avoid the worst-case scenario all together and keep your tank moderately full.  

4. Keep the right amount of anti-freeze in your radiator- It is important to keep the right balance of anti-frees and water in your radiator to prevent engine freezing and corrosion. The typical standard is 50:50 ratio of water to anti-freeze.

5.Consider snow tires- Tires made for the winter months versus the warmer months vary greatly. Snow tires can help with greater traction and control when driving through a storm, as opposed to your standard summer tires that typically have lost traction.

Drive safe and let us take a look at your vehicle before you set out in the harsh Kansas City winter weather- Schedule a service appointment with our team today!

Consumer Reports Puts Lexus on Top

For yet another consecutive year, Lexus and Toyota have come out on top in the rankings of most reliable cars you can buy (and by a pretty impressive margin). Some of the best cars that Consumer Reports noted as being in the top included the Scion xB, the Lexus CT 200h and the Lexus ES 300h. In the SUV category the Toyota Highlander and the Lexus RX took two of the top spots. Of the 1,078,364 vehicles included in the survey, 10 models of the Lexus came out on top and 24 models of Toyota followed suit. The Lexus IS 350 sedan was the top rated luxury compact car in its class. In hybrid and electric cars, the Lexus CT 200h led its category followed by the Lexus ES 300h. The Lexus LS and Lexus ES were the top two rated in luxury midsize/large vehicles and the Lexus RX, RX hybrid and GX took the top three spots in luxury midsize/large SUVs. Lexus only continues to move up and onward in its constant pursuit of perfection. 

Future Vision of Lexus

The Lexus USA international dealer's meeting just took place in Los Angeles in addition to celebrating their 25th birthday! The blog, Toyota's Drivers Seat, posted a recap on the meeting and stated the following:

"There were enticing previews of commercials for the RC and NX, coming to Lexus showrooms within the next two months. There was Akio Toyoda inspiring the crowd with his passionate message. There were plenty of light-hearted moments. But the overall message was clear: Be proud of what Lexus has done in the last 25 years, push to make the next 25 years even better."

In the meeting, Akio Toyoda highlighted the fact that instead of an anniversary, he considered this a "rebirth" of the company. Toyoda stated he saw this anniversary as an opportunity to say, "'Ok, now what?’ Or perhaps more importantly, ‘What if?’ What if we really go after the competition? What if we exceed every customer expectation and then some?"

In addition to Toyoda's heartfelt speech, he congratulated dealers on their sales of 4.8 million vehicles over the last 25 years. After Toyoda, Peggy Turner (VP of customer service) took the stage and turned the conversation to the new face of the customer. Turner highlighted that, "Women, diverse markets and young drivers" will be next to share in the Lexus vision. The meeting closed with a statement by Lexus Group Vice President and General Manager Jeff Bracken, who stated “We’re not just making and selling cars. What Lexus has done over the last 25 years, what we will do over the next 25, is going to be reflected in the world our children and our children’s children inherit. And we intend to leave a legacy that leads to a better world.” Keep an eye out for Lexus to diversify their reach in the luxury market, and keep your expectations high.

A Little Royals History

We thought what better time to take a look back into some Kansas City Royals history than during the cusp of the World Series! The Royals got their start back in 1968 when MLB desired expansion to 24 teams total. The Royals played their first game in 1969 under the owner Ewing M. Kauffman. By 1971, the Royals achieved their first winning season and was renowned as the team to have achieved the most rapid success at the time! In 1977 the Royals won a grand total of 102 games and established a new team record. On October 27th, 1985, the KC Royals celebrated their very first World Series title with an 11-0 defeat over the St. Louis Cardinals at the Royals Stadium. In 1993, the team's beloved player George Brett retired from play, but was inducted into the baseball Hall of Fame later in 1999! The 2000's were years wrought with struggle for our boys in blue, with year after year of losses. 

Fast forward to the year, oh I don't know, 2014: Our beloved Kansas City Royals have brought the entire town together in more ways than one! The Royals have progressed into the World Series for the first time since 1985. We could not be more proud of these boys and win or lose, we will never forget how much unity this royal blue team has brought our wonderful city.