Visalia, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/02/2011 -- Visalia Toyota, a dealership serving Fresno Toyota shoppers, is announcing that Toyota is the first single line manufacturer to sell 3 million certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicles.

To mark this milestone, Toyota gave away a Toyota Certified Used Vehicle, a 2008 Toyota Sienna, to the 3 millionth CPO buyer. Toyota reimbursed the buyer of the Sienna with a check for $22,470 for the purchase price of the 2008 Sienna.

Toyota also contributed a matching donation of $22,470 to the NorthShore University HealthSystem Foundation, the hospital the 3 millionth Toyota CPO buyer is a nurse at, to commemorate the sale, says Visalia Toyota serving Fresno Toyota shoppers.

The Toyota Certified Used Vehicle program was established in 1996 and has seen great success since. Toyota saw record-breaking certified used sales in 2010. Toyota became the first single line nameplate to break the 300,000 mark for certified used sales.

Toyota sold 315,418 certified used Toyotas in 2010, an increase of 18.6 percent over the previous year.

“Our sales success in 2010 validates the tremendous confidence that our customers have in the Toyota brand,” said Bob Carter, Toyota Division group vice president and general manager. “Our Toyota Certified Used Vehicle program helps our dealers to build a strong portfolio of customers that frequently return to buy a new or certified pre-owned Toyota.”

For car shoppers looking for used cars in Fresno, a Toyota Certified Used Vehicle is agrat choice. For a Toyota to be given the title of a Toyota Certified Used Vehicle, it must meet the guidelines set by Toyota. With these guidelines, Fresno Toyota shoppers know that they’re buying a reliable vehicle.

These vehicles have passed an extensive 160-point inspection to ensure the highest quality of used vehicle. Certified Toyota vehicles are also covered by an extensive warranty. This includes a 3-month/3,000-mile comprehensive used car warranty from date of certified purchase that covers any repair or replacement of components which fail under normal use due to a defect and a 7-year/100,000-mile Limited Powertrain Warranty, starting from original date of first use when purchased as new. A 7-year/100,000 mile 24-hour Roadside Assistance Plan is also available. Toyota Certified Used Vehicles also include a CARFAX Vehicle History Report.

Visalia Toyota serves Fresno Toyota shoppers with a great inventory of Toyota Certified Used Vehicles. For Fresno Toyota used car shoppers looking for one of the best selection of Toyota Certified Used Vehicles today, visit the dealership or contact them at 559- 840-3665.

About Visalia Toyota
Visalia Toyota is a Toyota dealer serving the greater Fresno area, and is run by the Groppetti Automotive Group. With a large selection of new and used Toyota vehicles, Visalia Toyota is the premier dealership for Fresno Toyota shoppers.

Contact Visalia Toyota:
922 S. Ben Maddox Way
Visalia, CA 93292
559-840-3665