South Tacoma Auto

The Ridin' Dirty Photo Contest!

2012-03-02T09:02:00.006-08:00

For the month of March, we at South Tacoma Auto are pleased to announce our new Facebook Photo Contest! This month it's all about the dirt. Post your favorite dirty car picture (and we mean real dirt, G and PG photos only) on our Facebook Wall, get your friends to Like it, and you could win a new iPad! Get your photos in early, the contest only lasts until March 30th, and the sooner you get your entries in, the more votes you can get towards that new iPad! Get your photo posted today!

To enter the contest, go to our Facebook Page, click "Like", and post your photo. Good luck!

And our entrants are:

Submitted by April Smith London.

To vote for this photo, go HERE and click "Like!"

Submitted by Julie Kelley
To vote for this photo go HERE and click "Like!"

Submitted by Dane Goulet
To vote for this photo go HERE and click "Like!"

Submitted by Christopher Orr
To vote for this photo, go HERE and click "Like!"

Submitted By Christopher Orr
To vote for this photo, go HERE and click "Like!"

Submitted By Byron Somsak
To vote for this photo, go HERE and click "Like!"

Submitted by Byron Somsak
To vote for this photo, go HERE and click "Like!"

Buns in the Oven Contest!!!

2012-02-01T20:34:00.005-08:00

The Grand Prize Winner for the "Buns in the Oven" contest is Radi Wyatt!! She will receive a one year supply of diapers for her baby boy and we will also make a $400 donation to the children's charity of her choice! A huge thanks to all of our contestants; it has been an intense race this month! Stay tuned, everyone! There will be many more contests to come!!

Here is the winning photograph of Baby Wyatt:

Here are the contestants for our Buns in the Oven Contest!! Find your favorite and vote!! We are accepting votes and entries until February 29th!

For more details about the contest, see our previous blog post HERE!!

Submitted by Sorina Braillard-Hoefgen

To vote for Baby Gideon go HERE and click "Like!"

Entered by Siedah Dayh Dee Ballard

To vote for Baby John, go HERE and click "Like!"

Entered by Becky Mariano.

To vote for Baby Mackenzie Marie, go HERE and click "Like!"

Entered by Ari Bodaghi on behalf of Daryle Neri.
To vote for Baby Emily Rose, go HERE and click "Like!"

Entered by Radi Wyatt
To vote for Baby Wyatt go HERE and Click "Like!"

Pregnant with her third daughter! Entered by Sue Snyder.
To vote for Baby Snyder, Go HERE and click "Like!"

Entered by Krystle Wheatley.
To vote for Baby Evelyn, Go HERE and click "Like!"

Entered by Miranda Smith-Bonds.
To vote for Baby Jaycee, Go HERE and click "Like!"

Entered by Mandy Perez.
To vote for Baby Dane, Go HERE and click "Like!"

Entered by Andrea Nuse.
To vote for Baby Jasper, Go HERE and click "Like!"

Entered by Amanda Holly-May Roberts.
To vote for Baby Averie, Go HERE and click "Like!"

‎"My first baby boy. We named him Adam, born 01-24-10."
To vote for Baby Adam, Go HERE and click "Like!"

"Daddy's Hands" Due Feb. 26th 2012
To vote for Baby Mcpherson, Go HERE and click "Like!"

Entered by Rebecca Gelden.
To vote for Baby Makenzie, Go HERE and click "Like!"

Entered by Rebecca Gelden.
To vote for Baby Elizabeth, Go HERE and click "Like!"

Entered by Rebecca Gelden for Jillian Joyce.
To vote for Baby Jaxon, Go HERE and Click "Like!"

Meet Baby Aleff! Her daddy is our our Inventory Manager!
To vote for Baby Aleff, Go HERE and Click "Like!"

Meet Baby Davey!! His daddy is our 2011 East Lot Salesman of the Year!!
To vote for Baby Davey, Go HERE and Click "Like!"

Meet Baby Phan!! Her daddy is our Title Expert!!

To vote for Baby Phan, Go HERE and Click "Like!"

If you are in the "Buns in the Oven" contest, here are some helpful tips on how to get more votes:

1. Go to your photo and tag yourself! We cannot do it for you because we are set up as a business page. Feel free to leave a comment on the picture explaining the contest, that way your friends can see it in your tagged photos.

2. Share the link to our blog (southtacomaauto.blogspot.com) on your own wall. We suggest including a note telling your friends about the contest and that it is for a good cause.

3. Ask your friends to "Share" your picture on their page! A lot of people are willing to help!

4. Ask your friends to "Like" South Tacoma Auto's page and help get the word out about the contest! The more people that hear about it, the bigger our donation may be! You can either "Tag" us in a status update by using the @ sign, or use the "Share" button in the bottom, left-hand corner of our wall.

Thanks for entering your pregnancy photo in the contest. Good luck everyone!!!

The stork is on its way to South Tacoma Auto!

2012-02-01T00:00:00.000-08:00

We have three additions to the South Tacoma Auto Junior Team on their way!!! We couldn't be more excited for their arrival!

Meet Baby Aleff! Her daddy is our our Inventory Manager!
To vote for Baby Aleff, Go HERE and Click "Like!"

Meet Baby Davey!! His daddy is our 2011 East Lot Salesman of the Year!!
To vote for Baby Davey, Go HERE and Click "Like!"

Meet Baby Phan!! Her daddy is our Title Expert!!
To vote for Baby Phan, Go HERE and Click "Like!"

Congratualation to all of the expecting parents!

All of this baby fever has inspired us to have another contest!!!! Send us your pregnancy photos, even if you are no longer pregnant! The cuter, the sillier, the better!! You can either post them on our Facebook Wall or email them to customerservice@southtacomaauto.com!

The mommy with the most "Likes" on February 29th at 5:00 PM will receive a one year supply of diapers! We will also make a donation in her behalf to the children's charity of her choice, $1 for each "Like" her photo receives (up to $400)!

Please post pictures that are G or PG only. Thanks, everyone!

Ready.... Set.... POST!!!!!!

Congratulations to the London Family!

2012-01-31T17:00:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to the London Family!

April Smith London submitted this photo of her husband "shammin,'" and her photo received the most votes in our contest!

"We went on a marriage retreat so he could "Shamm" from work, and then he "Shammed"
at the marriage retreat to play on the beach! Your soldier, hard at work! Love ya hon!"

At 5:00 on January 31st, the photo had 104 Facebook "Likes!" Not only will April be taking home a new Kindle Fire, but South Tacoma Auto will also be donating $104 to The Fisher House JBLM in her behalf!

A HUGE thanks to everyone that participated in the contest! We really enjoyed seeing all of your funny pictures! Who knew "Shammin'" could have such awesome rewards?!!

Stay tuned for our next Facebook contest!!!

Here are the Current Contestants for our "Shamming" Photo Contest!

2012-01-26T22:45:00.000-08:00

We are giving away a FREE Kindle Fire and making a donation to The Fisher House JBLM. It's not too late to enter a photo; all you need to do is post it on our Facebook Wall or email it to customerservice@southtacomaauto.com! The contest ends January 31st! Please vote for your favorite!

"Trainin is hard work." - Entered by Scott Burton
To vote for Burton's picture, Go HERE and click "Like!"

Entered by Katie Holohan.
To vote for Holohan's photo, GO HERE and click "Like!"

Entered by Darrin Scoles.
To vote for Scoles' photo, Go HERE and click "Like!"

Entered by Brandon Yenney.
To vote for Yenney's photo, Go HERE and click "Like!"

Entered by Robert Morock.
To vote for Morock's photo, Go HERE and click "Like!"

Entered by Robert Morock.
To vote for Morock's photo, go HERE and click "Like!"

Entered by Robert Morock.
To vote for Morock's photo, Go HERE and click "Like!"

"When a porta potty gets built in Iraq, what better way to celebrate it
than to sham out!" - Entered by Adam Gilmore.
To vote for Gilmore's photo, Go HERE and click "Like."

"It's so much fun when all of your leadership is working and then you sit under
a trailor and just watch it happen." -Entered by Adam Gilmore.
To vote for Gilmore's photo, Go HERE and click "Like."

"What a better way to enjoy the heat of Iraq than to shamm out by the pool
and drink n/a beer." -Entered by Adam Gilmore.
To vote for Gilmore's picture, go HERE and click "Like."

"Hot weather and always having to wear your body armor outside =
lots of shamming inside."- Entered by Jeff Donnelly.
To vote for Donnelly's photo, Go HERE and click "Like."

"When there is that many sandbags to fill in really hot weather, you end
up shammin as much as sand baggin."
Entered by Jeff Donnelly
To vote for Donnelly's photo, Go HERE and click "Like."

"When it's over 120 degrees there isn't much else to do but Sham. Iraq 04-05."
Entered by Jeff Donnelly
To vote for Donnelly's photo, go HERE and click "Like!"

Entered by Joey Combs!

To vote for Combs' photo, go HERE and click "Like!"

"Shammin' out, waiting for the roads to clear!" - Entered by Dale Bigham

To vote for Bigham's photo, Go HERE and click "Like!"

"Work is KILLING me!" - Entered by Joey Villalobos

To vote for Villalobos' photo, Go HERE and click "Like!"

"We went on a marriage retreat so he could 'Shamm' from work,

and then he "Shammed" at the marriage retreat to play on the beach!"

Entered by April Smith London.

To vote for London's photo, Go HERE and Click "Like!"

For more details about the contest, Click HERE!

We do the work for you!!

2012-01-25T17:16:00.000-08:00

At South Tacoma Auto, we have three finance professionals on staff.

Debbie Miller is our Finance Director.

Saleem

Humberto - Photo is courtesy of B.H.L. Photography

We proudly take as much stress out of the car buying experience as possible for our customers. When you purchase your vehicle, we will do the leg work in shopping for the loan that bests suits you. We work with a variety lenders all over the country. These are some of our favorites:

If you don't see your favorite lender here, don't worry! We have relationships with many more! Stop by, or call us (253-473-5979) and ask for a finance specialist!

You may qualify to win a free Kindle Fire AND you could help Fisher House JBLM!!

2012-01-25T14:13:00.000-08:00

SHAMMING

WITH PURPOSE!

Shamming (Military): "To intentionally avoid work, being at work, exercise, etc..."

The ONE time your shamming is appreciated!

YOU could win a FREE KINDLE FIRE!

Raising money can be fun! This month, we are raising money for The Fisher House JBLM! We are now accepting submissions for the funniest picture.

Here’s how it works:

® Post a funny picture on South Tacoma Auto’s Facebook wall of someone you know in the military “shamming.”

® The person with the most Facebook “Likes” on January 31^st at 5:00 PM will win a FREE Kindle Fire!

® We will also donate $1 for each person who "Likes" the winner's photo to our January 2012 Charity of the Month: the Fisher House JBLM, up to $400.

® There is no deadline for entries, but the sooner you enter, the more time you have to get votes!

The Fine Print: Please keep your pictures “family friendly.” South Tacoma Auto will donate up to $400 to the Fisher House JBLM.

Tax Time = Car Time!!

2012-01-12T13:47:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to Roxy, South Tacoma Auto's 2011 Pet of the Year!

2011-12-31T17:00:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to ROXY! She is South Tacoma Auto's 2011 Pet of the Year!! Roxy was dropped off about a month ago at the Lakewood PetSmart by a good Samaritan. She was only three months old and her baby teeth were cracked and damaged; someone was abusing her. Christine was volunteering at the same PetSmart and offered to take Roxy home with the intention of fostering her. Little did she know that she would find Roxy under the tree with a bow on Christmas morning - she had found her forever home with her new mommy Christine and their two kittens, Neko and Leo! Now, Roxy is the Grand Prize winner and South Tacoma Auto is HONORED to donate $591 to the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County in her behalf! Congratulations Roxy and Christine and Happy NEW YEAR!!

Our 2011 Salesmen of the Year!!

2011-12-31T14:52:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to our 2011 East Lot Salesman of the year, Jeremiah Davey!

Congratulations to our 2011 West Lot Salesman of the year, Edgar Guedez!

In Memory of Ed Zaratkiewicz

2011-12-26T13:53:00.000-08:00

On this day last year, we lost one of beloved team members, Ed Zaratkiewicz. The South Tacoma Auto family will never be the same without his silly jokes and his great stories. We all love him and miss him greatly. Gone, but never forgotten.

Joseph Edwin Zaratkiewicz 4/30/1954-12/26/2010

South Tacoma Auto feature on NorthwestMilitary.Com

2011-12-24T15:49:00.000-08:00

Check out our feature on NorthwestMilitary.Com HERE!

Dana's Experience with South Tacoma Auto

2011-12-21T17:43:00.000-08:00

E-mails like these make us so proud of what we do. Thanks for doing business with us, Dana! We hope to see you again in the future!

"I just recently purchased a 2006 Mercedes Benz from South Tacoma Auto. This is my second time coming here because of your Sales Associates. I have been to several car places and none of them have worked with me in such a professional and just down right awesome manner. I would like to take this time in the email to explain that Jason Joyce and Gary Robinson did an amazing job, from finding a car that suited me to making sure that everything was taken care of that I didn't have to worry about anything. And being active military I have enough to worry about, so between Gary and Jason they did and outstanding job! These two hardworking men were very knowledgeable, helpful, and listened to what I wanted. Because of these two men I would come back and purchase and refer anyone to this establishment. Again I just wanted to say thank you again for everything!"

Sincerely,

Dana L.

For more testimonials from real South Tacoma Auto customers, please visit our Company website HERE!

Second Annual Pet of the Year Contest!

2011-12-19T15:00:00.000-08:00

It's that time of year again! We are now accepting submissions for our Second Annual Pet of the Year Contest! The pet with the most "Likes" on December 30th at 5:00 PM will win!

The grand prize winner will receive a $150 gift card to PetSmart and $1 per "Like" will be donated to the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County! The second place winner will receive a $75 gift card! To submit a photo, please post it on our Facebook Wall with your name and your pet's name.

Last year, our winner was Kimbo. Look how cute!

King 5 Broadcasts

2011-12-16T15:27:00.000-08:00

South Tacoma Auto was featured on King 5 News last night! To see the articles and the videos, Click HERE and HERE!

Second Annual Military & Families Appreciation Feast

2011-12-16T09:32:00.000-08:00

South Tacoma Auto proudly hosted our Second Annual Military & Families Appreciation Feast! We invited members of the military and their immediate family to join us for a delicious holiday meal. We also had a free raffle with several awesome prizes, Santa stopped by to greet the kids and we were featured on King 5 news! It was an incredible experience and we look forward to doing it again next holiday season. A huge thanks to all of our guests; we had such a fabulous turn out!

Our photographer, Brie with B.H.L. Photography did a remarkable job!

It was "all hands on deck" for the entire South Tacoma Auto team!

We had so much fun serving those who serve us every single day!

Our Grand Prize Winner received a $1000 Visa Gift Card!

Each of our guests were given a gift bag!

A HUGE thanks to all of our sponsors: South Tacoma Auto, Genesis Automotive, America's Credit Union, Fort Lewis Ranger, Harborstone Credit Union, The Miles Program, Security National Automotive Acceptance Corporation & AUSA!

Thanks again to our staff members for pitching in.

It was such a tremendous team building experience!

To view the rest of the pictures from this event,
CLICK HERE and HERE!

South Tacoma Auto pitches in for Operation Ham Grenade!

2011-12-15T16:40:00.000-08:00

Check out the most recent article in NorthwestMilitary.com! They are featuring us for our efforts in Operation Ham Grenade!

Click HERE to read the article!

Welcome, Annabelle!

2011-11-24T20:00:00.000-08:00

South Tacoma Auto is proud to present the newest member of our Junior Team! Everyone, meet Annabelle Faye Coffman!

She was born on 11/24/2011, weighing in at 6 pounds, 11 ounces and 23 inches long!

PLEASE JOIN US FOR A FREE HOLIDAY MEAL!!

2011-11-20T16:34:00.000-08:00

You may also RSVP on our Facebook page. Just click HERE!

South Tacoma Auto Donates $3000 to the Single Soldier Project

2011-08-04T15:30:00.000-07:00

We are featured on NorthwestMilitary.com! Check the article out HERE!

Welcome, Adam!!

2011-05-16T15:42:00.000-07:00

South Tacoma Auto is proud to welcome the newest member of our Junior Team, Adam Phan.

Adam was born on May 16th, 2011. He weighed in at a healthy

8lbs. and 15.9oz., 21 inches long!

SOUND CREDIT UNION SALE MAY 12-15TH

2011-05-05T20:49:00.000-07:00

STOP IN AND SEE HOW SOUTH TACOMA AUTO AND SOUND CREDIT UNION COMPLIMENT EACH OTHER - GREAT CARS AT GREAT RATES!

What Referrals and Repeat Customers Mean To Us

2011-05-05T20:45:00.000-07:00

As kids, we were told "good job", given a pat on the back or maybe even a high five. We were praised for our good behavior and looked down upon for bad behavior. Doing a good job in today's business world is a different story and is no longer an option, it's expected. There is no room for mistake, no room for disagreement and certainly, no room for error.

Recently, a patron provided one of his business cards to a sales associate here at South Tacoma Auto. On the front was the typical logo, his name and contact information, however, on the back was something very unique. The back of the business card said "The greatest gift I can ask for is the name and number of a friend or family member so I may provide them with great service too." What a bold statement. As sales associates, we always give our cards first, so that we can negate the "let me have your card" exit typical in our industry. By giving a card with that stated quote on the back, a promise is made to set a high level of service to get a referral.

South Tacoma Auto has a huge following, and with a huge following comes the expectation of honest, ethical business practices. You can leave your worries at the door when you step into our franchise quality showroom. Working with companies like MILES, SNAAC and other prime and sub-prime provides us the tools needed to get you into a car that works both on paper and in real life. Oh, speaking about paper, South Tacoma Auto has a VIP Referral Program that can put money in your back pocket. Ask Alex Moncada about the program and sign up today!

We pride ourselves in our business. It's our way of showing clients that there still are good old fashioned car dealerships out there filled with honesty and integrity. We look forwards to seeing you soon!

Happy 2nd Birthday Lulu!!!

2011-05-04T16:46:00.000-07:00

Today, we celebrated Lulu's birthday!!! She had so much fun getting attention all day long from everyone! Her friend Shelli from CUDL even brought her some presents! Check out a video of Lulu playing with her new toys HERE! We couldn't ask for a better mascot!

Dirty Ride Contest!

2011-04-25T15:57:00.000-07:00

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Gas Prices, Earthquake Aftermath and The Car Business

2011-04-25T11:12:00.000-07:00

While enjoying my dinner the other night, I overheard a couple talking about their purchasing experience at a local car dealership, and how they felt misinformed by the sales rep. Being in the industry, I take an interest in hearing other perspectives and utilize the indirect feedback as a means for growth. After about five minutes, I invited myself to join, and they accepted the invitation.

Introducing myself, I began to ask questions regarding their experience and how they felt mislead. They stated that the sales associate was providing false information regarding pricing and market value, and that market value on a vehicle never goes up. In a professional manor, I interrupted the gentleman and provided professional, accurate information with regards to market value in today's automotive industry. While most think the value of a vehicle only declines, reality states the opposite, depending on circumstance.

With gas prices at a near record high, the value of small, gas fuel efficient vehicles has skyrocketed while having the opposite effect of gas guzzling cars, truck and SUV's. So can retail prices go up on vehicles? Sure! Market value is what dealerships base their pricing on, amongst other contributing factors, with the second factor being supply and demand.

Supply and demand is an intermittent issue in the automobile business as 99% of the time manufacturers are well stocked with labor and parts to assemble vehicles. With the recent tragedy in Japan, manufacturers both foreign and domestic are unable to produce product as usual, creating a shortage in new vehicles. With a shortage in new vehicles, comes an increased market value in pre-owned vehicles.

Now that's the spirit!

2011-03-17T16:21:00.000-07:00

Happy St. Patrick's Day, Everyone!!!

Welcome, Brayden!

2011-02-25T20:00:00.000-08:00

South Tacoma Auto is proud to present the newest member of our Junior Team! Please join us in welcoming Brayden Macin Encomienda to the world! He was born on February 25th, 2011 weighing in at 6 pounds, 2 ounces and measured 19 inches long!

Let's Break The Ice

2011-01-01T00:01:00.000-08:00

With blogs and "blogging" gaining popularity and function, we thought it would be a great time to take advantage of this growing trend. Yes, we are a little late, however, better late than never! Our first blog is an introduction to South Tacoma Auto including our history, awards and our mission. We are excited to tell you all!

Take a trip down South Tacoma Way and what do you find? That's right, car dealership after car dealership after car dealership, with some being glamorous "franchise" dealerships and others being "independent" car lots. Heading Southbound on South Tacoma Way past 74th Street on the right hand side you will find a glamorous "independent" lot, also known as South Tacoma Auto.

This picture is compliments of Brie with B.H.L. Photography.

South Tacoma Auto is owned by Mo Aliabadi and his wife, Angela. Mo is a well respected, self made businessman who came to the United States at the age of 18 from Tehran. His journey in entrepreneurship was not easy, however looking back on his journey, Mo says he never had one regret. From washing dishes to selling insurance and owning a gas station, Mo was dedicated in every position to take his career to the next step.

Before the showroom on 78th and South Tacoma Way was built, South Tacoma Auto had two locations further North on Tacoma's auto row. Finally in 2003, Mo decided to consolidate both lots and create one "franchise style" dealership, and he did just that. Looking down on his well lit, boutique style showroom, Mo smiles as he watches the staff build relationships with customers. Mo designed the current showroom to show customers that South Tacoma Auto was no different than the "big names" and that the business was just as stable and respectable. Obviously his theory has been embraced as his crew averages 130 cars per month in production. South Tacoma Auto has received the 2007 and 2008 Washington State Independant Auto Dealers Association award and recently Mo himself was awarded the UW Tacoma Small Business Leader of the Year Award.

Yes, the showroom is impressive, but wait until you see the inventory. Quality, low mileage vehicles in almost every style possible. Simply put, there is something for everybody. From luxury sedans to rugged SUV's, South Tacoma Auto has what you are looking for and priced below the competition. Mo figures once you buy a new car and drive it off the lot, it is considered used, so why not offer top quality pre-owned vehicles that cost less then they did when new, hence the motto, "Buy Smart - Buy Used".

Stop by and say hello to Mo and the gang. If you are lucky you will be greeted by Lulu, Mo and Angela's Golden Retriever that doubles as the South Tacoma Auto mascot.

This picture is compliments of Staff Photographer of The News Tribune, Peter Haley.

This picture is compliments of Brie with B.H.L. Photography.