Retail Lexus Sales On Rise In Atlanta
26 January 1999
Retail Lexus Sales On Rise In AtlantaMIAMI, Jan. 25 -- Aided by the strong debut of the all-new Lexus RX 300 sport utility vehicle and July's opening of Hennessy Lexus of Gwinnett, Atlanta-area Lexus dealers today reported a 73-percent climb in 1998 retail sales over 1997. Atlanta-area dealers include Nalley Lexus, Hennessy Lexus and its companion store, Hennessy Lexus of Gwinnett. In addition to the all-new RX 300, sales leaders for the year include GS 300, up 514 percent; GS 400, up 124 percent and LX 470, up 75 percent. "Lexus' customer-first philosophy really befits Atlanta, a city long recognized for its Southern hospitality," said Lexus Southern Area Manager Jim Melton. "The commitment to customer satisfaction and Lexus' diverse lineup of quality vehicles is what continues to drive showroom traffic." Statewide, Georgia's four Lexus dealers reported a 71.4-percent increase in retail sales over 1997.