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At Evolution Auto in Sanford, a different and unusual automobile experience awaits customers. From the beautifully designed used-car showroom to the state-of-the-art 20-bay service department to the personal-service Car Spa, Evolution Auto is like nothing else in the area.
“We’re built like a new car dealer,” explains Wendy Forster, marketing and community development manager for the dealership that opened on Rinehart Road in May. “We just don't sell new cars. We have a showroom designed to offer a relaxed, no-hassle experience. We have a comfortable customer lounge area with chairs and tables to allow you to relax or work while waiting and a great kids room which is fun, clean and safe. Our service department is staffed with ASE-certified mechanics available to service any make and model, from a Mercedes to a Chevy to a Honda. And the Car Spa is here to pamper your vehicle with steam cleaning and hand waxing. It's like making your car almost brand new again.”
Customers can find a wide variety of high-quality pre-owned cars at Evolution Auto, from luxury vehicles and hard-to-find sports cars to sedans, minivans, SUVs, trucks and more. Most vehicles come with a three-day money-back guarantee, which means that if you drive the car off the lot and are not satisfied, you can bring it back. Also, Evolution will buy your car, even if you don't want to buy one of the ones on its lot.
Used cars at Evolution Auto also come with an extra 60-day, 2,000-mile limited warranty, as well as a free 12-month, 12,000-mile car-care service plan that includes oil changes and tire rotations.
“We want you to have peace of mind,” Forster explains. But that’s just part of what makes Evolution Auto different.
“When it comes to buying a car, we really want it to be a no-hassle experience,” Forster says. “We want you to feel comfortable, and that means educating you and providing you with good information. That’s why the majority of our sales staff does not have a car industry background. The car-shopping environment is more like going to your favorite restaurant or place to hang out -- you want to be there.
“The overall experience is very important to us,” she continues. “Our cars go through a 125-point inspection to determine what we can warranty, so you know you’re getting the best out of that vehicle. We look at what the market is doing and offer you the very best price, so there’s no hassle and the typical back-and-forth negotiation you expect. We think people should know that it’s actually very easy to buy the car you want.”
The dealership offers a wide range of financing options with lenders such as SunTrust, Ally, Fairwinds Credit Union and Wells Fargo and Forster is confident that Evolution Auto’s Finance Department can find a payment option for just about any prospective car buyer, regardless of credit history. And there’s no better time than the present to think about used cars.
“Think about what a new vehicle costs right now,” she says. “With a pre-owned vehicle, you can buy a vehicle that’s a year old and you’re going to save 10 to 20 percent but still get an almost-new car with the options and features that you want. That’s a great savings, which is particularly important in this economy. You get a car that’s fully inspected and is exactly what you want.”
Evolution Auto isn’t just the community’s partner in automobile sales and maintenance. The dealership is also a community partner in something very meaningful: Families in Transition, an organization that serves the needs of homeless and hungry children in Seminole County Public Schools. Evolution Auto serves as a drop-off point for canned and non-perishable food donations and also helps fund the program.
“As a company, we feel like education is really important,” Forster explains. “We know that these kids, on average, are a year and a half behind in education compared to other kids their age. This is a good way for us to promote education and the future right here in our own community, by helping Families in Transition do what they do. We’re excited to be able to partner with Families in Transition to put food on the table and keep these kids working toward a positive future.”
