What are YOU reading right now?

Many of us at Superior Lexus LOVE to read. It's not uncommon to see someone at lunch reading a novel, talking about one or even writing their own (Yes, one of our technicians is writing a book! How fun is that?!) To me, there is nothing like cracking open a good book - one that you have been waiting to read for months. (Darn those teaser excerpts!)

But I think our customers are the biggest readers of all. More often that not, I will go into our customer lounge and ask someone what they are reading and why they chose that book - and guess what they say. "A friend/family member recommended it." Or, "I saw it on Amazon and the reviews were great!" Or, one of my favorites, "I liked the cover." Of course.

We thought it would be fun to ask "what is on YOUR nightstand". Here is what is on ours right now:

1. 77 Shadow Street by Dean Koontz - If chilling thrillers aren't your style, then you won't want anything to do with tale of The Pendleton Mansion. New York Times bestselling author (who has sold over 400 million copies of his suspense thrillers to date) Dean Koontz, brings this haunting tale to life not only through words but with a video game tour of the mansion on his website where YOU can be a part of the terror (SO COOL - a must play!)

2. If You Were Here by Jen Lancaster - If there were ever a lady that could make you LAUGH OUT LOUD and PUT A SERIOUS STITCH IN YOUR SIDE, this is her. This queen of sweating Chardonnay and hilarious footnotes (one of the best parts about her books!) brings forth sarcastic richness like no other and promises to entertain you  after a long dreary day at the office.   

3. Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson - The name says it all. This creative, brilliant man set the tone for inventive technology as we know it.

4. Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close by Jonathan Safran Foer - Travel along with this brilliant 9 year old as he goes on a secret mission to find a lock that matches a key that his father gave to him...right before he died in the World Trade Center on the crisp morning of Sept. 11. 

5. Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand - The story of Louis Zamperini, an Army leiutenant in 1943 who survived when his bomber crashed into the Pacific Ocean and disappeared. Ahead of Zamperini lay thousands of miles of open ocean, leaping sharks, a foundering raft, thirst and starvation, enemy aircraft, and, beyond, a trial even greater. Unbroken is a testament to the resilience of the human mind, body, and spirit. COULD NOT put this one down! A MUST READ!



 

HAPPY READING LEXUS LOVERS!

The Countdown Begins...

The 2013 GS 350 is coming...we are just days away from having these gorgeous cars on our showroom floor! Are you excited?!

BY THE NUMBERS

Last week, we had an all-employee meeting where we recognized several employees and departments and talked about things like teamwork, dedication and professional accomplishments. These are the great things that give Superior Lexus gas and allow it to hum like the machine that it is. The numbers truly speak for themselves:

Pictured from left to right: Todd Jambrosic, Donovan Spielbusch, Mark Richardson, Doug Sprinkle, Dan Davidson, Kurk Lowry, Adam Dozier, Justin Unruh, Monte Massey, Chad Wheeler, Todd Wayman, Lenard Holsworth and Ray Buzzard (Not shown: Josh Heidemeyer, Tyler Johnson, Chad Wheeler, Ryan Dutro, Joe Walkenhorst)

 244  - Years of Technical Experience

Pictured from left to right: Corey Breuer, Webster Oliver, Chris Clark, Teresa Holt, Willie Steineger, Jon Blanck, Richard Murtha, Shelley Clements, Craig Rossman. (Not shown: Jason Otto, Shawn McMullen, Vince Dickerson and Ken Bradmon.)

 

80 - Years of Lexus Service

Consultant Experience

 on our Service Drive

Pictured from left to right: Ed Wilson, Jason Brown, Tabby Teufler, Jerry Washington, Lisa Steineger, Mike Pearis and Chris Dengle. (Not shown: Miles McBroome and Dave Wright) 

4588 - Number of tires sold last year by our BUSY Parts Department (wow!)

12 – Number of times Superior Lexus has been a Lexus Elite winner

 

 

814 – Number of New Lexus' our New Car Department sold in 2011

9 Problem Solvers

Here in Kansas City, Old Man Winter has a nasty way of creeping up on us. So we have identified 9 ways to help you breeze through these icy months ahead.  From slick sidewalks to highway safety, we’ve got you covered!

1. Thermal Stair Mats - No more slipping on the hard concrete! These easy to install, electronically heated mats are designed to prevent ice and snow accumulation on your stairs around your home.

2. Extra Long Boot Tray - Dragging nasty winter muck in the house from the garage? Problem solved! This easy to clean, boot tray is weather-resistant and collects dirt, mud and snow, keeping your beautiful wood floors spotless and shining.

3. Thermal Pet Throw -  Keep Sammy warm and cozy in your GX 460 with a plush thermal throw. Great for use and home or while traveling, this handy comforter is machine washable and includes a car adaptor!

4. Solar Emergency Radio - Travel can be tricky this time of year. Make sure you are safe and communication is readily available with this Fire Engine Red Solar Emergency Radio.

5. Polyester Auto Windshield Cover - There is nothing worse than having to scrape off your windshield after having a long day at the office. Keeping your windshield snow and ice free is a snap with this handy windshield cover. Made of a strong polyester, it can handle the toughest weather conditions.

6. Using Cooking Spray as an Ice Repellent - Cut your shovel time in half!? It sounds crazy - but it WORKS! If you don't have a snow blower, spraying your shovel with cooking spray helps the snow and ice easily slide off.

7. Lexus Car Cover - Whether you are heading out to a Jayhawks game or just very particular about your beautiful new ES 350, this light, silky, UV-resistant car cover has side-mirror pockets that keep it centered, a heat-resistant patch around the exhaust area, a license plate window and an integrated storage bag.

8. Auto Trash Bag - Water bottles, cereal bar wrappers, McDonald's napkins - all that trash quickly accumulates in your car. Now there is any easy way to keep it all in check with this handy Caselogic gem! With an easy-to-adjust universal hook and cord lock attachment system, it allows for attachment anywhere in your vehicle.

9. Deer Alerts - We live in the Midwest and that means you will see deer on the side of the highway. Deer are vehicle destroyers - point blank. Deer are erratic, unpredictable, and big enough to cause massive damage to your car - an quite possibly you or a passenger - if contact occurs. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), deer-related accidents cause an estimated $1.1 billion in vehicle damage every year. Don't be a statistic. A deer alert system can save your vehicle and your life.

"Things We Love" - Keeping You and Your Lexus Life Beautiful

Welcome to the first entry of "Things We Love". Each month we will pick 10 things that makes living "The Lexus Life" so spectacular!

1. Windshield Video Recorder - Calling all parents with teenage drivers! Keep track of your teen's driving habits, lower insurance rates and give yourself peace of mind with this fantastic little piece of technology.

2. Gorgeous lighting - Give your living space some POP with these stunning little gems! Simply. Divine.

3. Custom Cast Glass Shower Doors - These elegant shower doors are like adding an expensive piece of art to your bathroom. Combine these with this rain showerhead - ahhhh.....Bliss.

4. Lexus Dual Screen Rear Entertainment Center - Those long road trips can be a bit brutal with little ones - throw some Baby Einstein, Rango or Justin Bieber in and you have happy travelers!

5. Nest Candles by Laura Slatkin - This beautifully scented collection of soy blend candles give you hours and hours of glorious fragrance.

6. Prevage Body Total Anti-Aging Moisturizer - Who says youth can't come in a bottle? Get rid of those nasty dry patches that always come around this time of year (added bonus - the tube looks fabulous on your counter!)







7. L Studio Parts Art - Wow! Amazing videos of artists deconstructing a Lexus and then using the parts to build unique works of art.

8. Commercial-Quality Juicers - Good health is always important and a great juicer - nothing can beat it. It doesn't get any fresher with this Breville Dual-Disc Juice Extractor from Williams Sonoma. YUM!

9. Great Hiking Boots - Whether you are moving through the famous Flint Hills of Kansas or the mushy terrain of Booth Creek Trail, these great looking Rockport boots will get you through the roughest terrain.

10. Ultra-Soft Tempur-pedic Dog Bed - Keep Dakota OFF the furniture with his own super soft bed. Because, even he deserves to live "The Lexus Life":)

15 Fun Things to Do in Kansas City During the Winter Months

Ah, winter in the midwest. Here in Kansas City, there is no SNOW in the near forecast, but it certainly is cold outside! It is so tempting to curl up next to a fire and do nothing - but where is the fun in that? So we have just the list for you!

1. WHEN WE GET SNOW (BECAUSE, YOU KNOW WE WILL! -) GO SLEDDING! When people think of sledding in Kansas City – they think - SUICIDE HILL! Well, that is if we get any SNOW!  Suicide Hill is located just south of the Country Club Plaza at the park between 53rd/54th Street and Brookside Boulevard, on the East side.

2. Have a movie marathon with your family and friends. The funnier the better! (One of our favorites is Cars 2 - of course:) 

 3. Channel your inner Giada DeLaurentiis and take one of KC's best cooking classes! You don’t want miss the Wine Tastings here!

4. Go back in time and go through old pictures with your kids. Organize into beautiful albums and scrapbooks. This is so fun and allows you to take a trip down memory lane and them to see your rich family history. And, doesn't it always makes you feel good to see yourself 20 years younger – minus the bad haircut?

 5. Host a cocktail party – FOR NO REASON! People love to be around other like-minded people, but mix it up a bit and make it interesting - invite close friends AND old colleagues that you’ve been meaning to connect with. Chances are they have things in common and will form lasting friendships! Looking for something different to try – CHECK OUT THIS YUMMY CHOCOLATE GOODNESS!

6. Dreaming of being on the lake? Channel your inner Captain and go to the KC Boat and Sportshow – Jan 19-22 in Bartle Hall.

 7. Ok, well sometimes you DO need to relax - So, light a candle, start a fire in the fireplace, put on a cozy pair of jammies and settle in for the night with a good book. Need a laugh? This lady will make your side hurt by Chapter 3. Looking to escape to a sandy, sea salt scented getaway? You will literally taste the delicious lobster rolls in this fantastic Nantucket escape.  And if a good murder mystery is your game, this guy never disappoints. (Of course - we don't want to play favorites, but we are a bit partial to this one!)

8. GUYS – Bring back Poker Night! You remember how much fun this was! This is what the man cave was made for! Pack your fridge full of yummy Boulevard Wheat and Pale Ale’s, add some Nachos, Pulled Pork Sliders, Hot Wings and a few peanuts and pretzels and you are good to go! Even better – start off with a round of flag football in the snow! So fun!

 9. Enjoy GIRLS NIGHT IN – A Culinary Celebration for the Heart. Featuring four of KC’s premier chefs. Mix and mingle as top chefs prepare heart-healthy tastings with select wine pairings!

10. Heat up with some AWESOME music! Join Brad Paisley for a night of country music at KC’s one and only Sprint Center Jan 19th. The Band Perry (LOVE THEM!) will be opening. Get tickets here!

11. Pack up your GX with your closest friends and head out to Party Arty Jan 21st at the Nelson Atkins Museum. And if you think this is a stuffy, boring event – WOW. Not. At. All. KC Magazine has listed this rocking good time as one of the best events for 30-somethings to attend due to the reasonable ticket cost and happening crowds. It is the place to see and be seen – and OH, the art you will see!

12. See the magic carpet fly! Kids young and old will marvel at this musical event. Disney’s Aladdin will be at the beautiful Kaufmann Center Feb 3-5. Go all out and surround yourself with the warmth and comfort of the Webster House for a scrumptious pre-show dinner!

13. Treat yourself to a SPA day!

  14. Go Underground! The 30th annual Groundhog Run is January 29th and supports Children’s TLC programs and services helping more than 700 children with disabilities, learning delays and medical conditions. 

15. ROCK CHALK BABY! Need we say more?

HAPPY NEW YEAR KANSAS CITY!

Alas, another year has come and gone. But wasn't it a great one?! Many of you take this time to make new personal and professional goals for the upcoming year. We do! (See some great ones from  customers on our Facebook page!)

The new year brings a certain renewed and vibrant energy to our souls. We feel refreshed, revitalized and ready to tackle anything that comes our way. BRING IT ON we say...Then, Feb 1st rolls around. And life takes over. "I'm too busy to .....!"

Well not this year! This IS the year! Now we have a sweet little assistant called TECHNOLOGY. And oh, does she have some wonderful things in store for us! No more excuses. No more reasons for quitting. She can teach us a new language, help us pay off debt, and just plain motivate us to get out of bed in the morning to see what she has in store for us next!

So get ready - 2012 is going to be an awesome year! We just know it!