Posts Tagged ‘Portland Used Cars’

From our entire staff here at Gresham Toyota, we want to send a big thank you out to all of our newest customers! We hope you love your new vehicles and look forward to hearing about how you’re loving them!

Thank you for your business! Have fun in your new ride!

Thank you both for your business! We hope you love your 2007 Prius!

Sylva and Bill with their brand new RAV4! Thank you both for coming in!

Myla & family with their 2004 Toyota Sienna! Have fun in your Swagger Wagon!

Bob next to his 2007 Dodge Caravan! Take care, Bob!

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When you want to go somewhere new but don’t have more than a day, or don’t have a lot of money to spend on a vacation, you’re in luck. Portland is within two hours of more gorgeous scenery than we can name. Here are five of our favorite escapes, in no particular order…

Seaside/Astoria. Like many coast towns, Seaside and Astoria are close enough together that you can visit both in the same day without any trouble. It’s a bit cold this time of year to take a walk on the beach, but you can still take the Goonies tour (the movie was filmed in Astoria), warm yourself with clam chowder, and get a giant bag of taffy. Intrepid surfers don full-body suits and surf there year-round; take lessons, if you’re braver than we are.

Mount Bachelor. Downhill or cross-country ski, toboggan, snowshoe, snowboard, or read a book while drinking warm cider and cocoa by the fire in the lodge while the rest of the family does all that active stuff.

Hood River. A beautiful little town with charming restaurants and shops, Hood River is a great place to visit, especially if you want to stay overnight in one of the gorgeous bed-and-breakfast locations on the outskirts of town.

Eugene. Often referred to as Portland’s younger sister, Eugene may not seem to be much of a “getaway”. However, with its vibrant music and theater scene, hiking within spitting distance of downtown, and a Voodoo Doughnuts location that doesn’t have an hour-long line at all times of day, it’s worth checking out.

Multnomah Falls. Hiking during the cold winter months may not be your idea of a fun time, but Multnomah Falls is spectacular this time of year. Many of the falls freeze over, giving the illusion of time standing still. Bring your warmest gloves and your camera to marvel at the beauty of nature so close to home.

Where would you like to go if you only had a day or two to stay? Have you taken a day trip to any of these locations, and if so, what did you do?

Looking for your own innovative Toyota car, truck or SUV to take on a long or short road trip? Check out our selection of new and used vehicles on our website 24/7 @greshamtoyota.com!

We at Gresham Toyota would like to say thank you and congratulations to our newest customers! We appreciate your business and hope to serve you again soon!

Rob with his 2006 Nissan Frontier! Thanks so much, Rob!

Rebecca and Henry next to their 2008 Matrix! Have fun guys!

Quang and his new Prius V! We hope you use all that interior space!

Laura and Benjamin with their new 2011 Tundra! We hope you LOVE it!

Gayle with her 1999 Honda CR-V! Thank you for your business!

Looking for your own innovative Toyota car, truck or SUV? Check out our selection of new and used vehicles on our website 24/7 @greshamtoyota.com!

Winter is just around the corner, and for Oregonians, that means the weather is about to take a serious turn. It also means that we must prepare our vehicles both to stay in shape for the long haul and also to ensure our safety throughout the cold weather months. While we’re still in November, we thought we would offer 5 tips to keep your car in shape for winter:

1. Consider Purchasing Snow Tires While “all-weather” tires can suffice, purchasing high-quality winter tires might be the best thing you can do for your vehicle if you plan on being in the snow often (and you do, don’t you?). New tread patterns that are efficient on both dry pavement and snow have replaced loud, deep-treaded snow tires of the past and are definitely worth considering.

2. Stuck in the Snow? Don’t Rev the Engine! If you get stuck in the snow, immediately stop revving the engine as soon as you realize that it won’t help you get out. Doing so can cause a world of trouble for your transmission and clutch, and it is a much safer investment to simply call a towing company.

3. Replace Your Windshield Wipers You’re not alone if you let your windshield wipers go for longer periods of time than you should. However, if they are worn down or not performing optimally, you will want to get them replaced before you head into the snow with your family this winter.

4. Check Your Tire Pressure Monthly This is crucial throughout the winter months. Cold weather can mean significant drops in your tire pressure and a threat to not only your fuel economy, but also your safety. Establish one day each month to ensure you are keeping up with the recommended tire pressure for your vehicle – doing so can prevent major problems down the road.

5. Don’t Stop Washing Your Car! Washing your car regularly during the cold winter months can be a drag, but it can also keep your vehicle in shape for the long run. In the winter, there is an increased amount of slush, ice, dirt, and other particles that cause your car to rust fastest in the colder months. Be sure to wash your vehicle regularly all winter long and dry thoroughly!

Looking for your own innovative Toyota car, truck or SUV? Check out our selection of new and used vehicles on our website 24/7 @greshamtoyota.com!

At Gresham Toyota, we’re thankful to have such great customers. Congratulations to everyone who purchased from us recently! We hope you love your new vehicles!

Thank you for your business! We hope you love your new vehicle!

Petr with his 2011 Sienna! Have fun in your new Swagger Wagon!

Michael & family with his 06 Tundra! Thank you for your business!

Louisa next to her 07 Yaris! Take care!

Doug & Susan with their 2001 Subaru Forester! Thank you guys very much!

Donald with his brand new Tacoma! We hope you love it, Donald!

Brandon & Delana with their 2008 Ford Focus! Thank you both!

Looking for your own innovative Toyota car, truck or SUV? Check out our selection of new and used vehicles on our website 24/7 @greshamtoyota.com!