Capital Toyota

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At Capital Toyota, a delivery driver once complained loudly, ‘Why do I always get stuck behind that slowpoke in the showroom?’ Little did he know, every time someone mentioned the word ‘slowpoke,’ the salesman’s dog would start barking frantically from inside the office. Finally, one day after another customer muttered, ‘Slowpoke!’ the dog went ballistic and the salesman burst out laughing, explaining it was his pet’s nickname. Everyone had a good laugh, and from then on, whenever anyone said ‘slowpoke’ around Capital Toyota, everyone knew to expect a little canine comedy show.

2. At Capital Toyota, a customer asked with a smile, ‘Why does it take forever for anyone to notice my car is out of gas?’ A delivery driver, scratching his head, replied, 'Well, sir, your car looks too good to be in trouble—like it just stepped off the showroom floor!' A neighbor chimed in, laughing, 'Or maybe they’re waiting for you to fill up so they can sell you another one!' The customer shook his head and walked away, muttering something about Toyota's secret VIP program.

3. At Capital Toyota, an elderly gentleman exclaimed one day, 'Why is everyone here so quiet? Even the cars seem embarrassed!' A delivery driver overheard and laughed, replying with a twinkle in his eye, ‘Sir, these aren’t ordinary cars— they’re Japanese diplomats!’ Everyone burst out laughing, realizing that sometimes even cars can use some good old-fashioned banter.

4. At Capital Toyota, a frustrated employee muttered under her breath, ‘Why does every customer ask for a trade-in estimate when they clearly just want to buy a new car?’ Finally, an elderly gentleman approached the counter and asked for a trade-in quote. The salesperson sighed, but agreed to help. After a few minutes, she announced with a smile, 'Your old car is worth exactly what you paid for it—nothing!' The man nodded wisely and said, 'Thank you, young lady. Now I can afford that beautiful Toyota over there.'