Selling on Your Own vs. Trading in with a Dealer

One of the considerations many face when purchasing or leasing a new or pre-owned vehicle is what to do with their current car. Many believe they can sell their current vehicle on their own and achieve a higher price than they could when trading in the vehicle with a dealer. While this can be the case, there are several factors to keep in mind. First, selling cars is hard. You must first make the vehicle available for sale, then attract “prospective buyers” to your home or business, and then trust that their money is good or that they are who they say they are.

These factors do not come into play when trading at a reputable dealership. While you may be able to make the DIY system work for you, the best way to trade in a car is working with a trusted source.

How to Ensure a Safe Trade

Here are some tips for trading in your vehicle safely and effectively:

1. There is a sales tax savings on the value of your trade-in. For instance, if your trade in is worth $10,000 and you live in an 8% sales tax area, your net realized value is $10,800, as you do not pay the 8% on the value of the trade. You would need to sell it for at least $10,800 to a private party to realize the same value.
2. There are several “authorities” on used car values. Blue Book, Black Book, NADA, Edmunds, and Carfax are just a few of the many resources on used car values. However, these guides can differ by thousands of dollars on the same vehicle. The reason? They are all just guides, and opinions based on regional data and demand. While it is valuable to educate yourself on an approximate value, don’t focus too much on what one of these guides says. At the end of the day, a car’s value is based on condition, service history, and supply and demand.
3. If you have decided you would like to trade in your vehicle, use some common sense when taking it to a dealership. First, clean it. There is only one chance to make a first impression. Sticky steering wheels, food under the seat, and a filthy exterior lead an appraiser to think the car has been neglected mechanically as well. Be prepared to show all the service history and maintenance of the vehicle. Also, if the car has had an accident or repair work, an invoice showing the amount will take the guesswork out of the severity and cost. Finally, any documents showing an extended service contract/warranty is a clear sign that the vehicle has been properly maintained and cared for and reduces the chance of costly repairs.
4. Finally, if you have a pay off on a loan, know that amount and who the lender is. Nothing delays negotiation and paperwork like an incorrect payoff or being unable to locate the current loan.

Used vehicles are in high demand! If yours is properly cared for and you follow these tips for trading in your vehicle, you will be able to maximize the value through a dealership exchange. Contact the team at INFINITI OF DENVER to see if our options are the best way for you to trade in your car.

Car Technology from Past to Future

Not long ago, cars were simple machines.  There was even a time when automobiles were built without seat belts and safety glass, yet higher speeds and heavier vehicles determined that cars needed better safety features.

Over time, however, engineers realized that building bigger, heavier cars was not the answer.  Safety equipment needed to advance to the point where our fragile selves could survive impacts, collisions, and general hazards of the road with the assistance of technology.  Airbags, collision zones, and even backup warning sensors evolved into a pairing of driver and machine.

INFINITI OF DENVER has the cars of the future with cutting edge vehicle technology that will improve your safety as well as your driving experience.

The future is now

We don't have flying cars...yet, but we do have cars that improve driver performance in many ways.  Especially with safety and navigation.  Here are just a few of the ways that INFINITI is incorporating future car technology into our 2020 lineup:

• Forward Emergency Braking with pedestrian detection: Your vehicle constantly monitors what is up ahead, giving you plenty of advanced warning and room to begin braking in the event of a possible collision.  The advanced technology detects risk of vehicle and pedestrian collision to ensure braking long before an impact.
• Backup Collision Intervention: Driving in reverse creates an additional set of risks as your line of vision is impaired. With INFINITI OF DENVER’s Backup Collision Intervention, an INFINITI Safety Shield® system heightens your awareness, expanding your line of vision, bringing potential risks to your attention, and even applying the brakes if impact is imminent.
• Direct Adaptive Steering: Unprecedent engineering filters unwanted bumps and vibrations to smooth out your drive. The advanced Direct Adaptive Steering technology makes thousands of adjustments per second to enhance vehicle handling and precision.
• Active Lane Control: The advanced Active Lane Control technology evaluates upcoming lane markers, changes in road patterns and textures, and crosswinds to make automatic adjustments to your steering for a steady drive regardless of what’s ahead.
• Available Around View monitor with moving object detection: This device gives you a panoramic view of what is around your vehicle, allowing you to escape the tunnel vision that contributes to side and blind spot collisions in other vehicles with a virtual 360 degree perspective.
• Intelligent Park Assist: Parallel parking is tricky and can be dangerous in high traffic areas. The Intelligent Park Assist feature ensures your safety with sensors that measure the parking space size and advanced technology to steer the vehicle precisely into its designated area.

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INFINITI is always reaching for the future of car technology and the limits of vehicle luxury.  Learn more about these advanced vehicle features and unprecedented INFINITI technology, or talk with one of our associates the next time you are visiting INFINITI OF DENVER to learn more about the exciting changes coming your way from INFINITI.

For some customers, returning a leased vehicle can be a confusing, arduous process. However, with a little advanced planning and preparation, it is a simple, relatively quick and painless process. The INFINITI lease return process includes some best practices to ensure a smooth, hassle free return of your leased vehicle.

• Be familiar with your contract terms. Turning a car in late, early, over miles or to a different manufacturer can lead to problems.
• Have the vehicle reconditioned if necessary. Fix a broken windshield, replace bald tires and have body work that would necessitate an insurance claim repaired. Minor scratches, scrapes, etc. are allowed and expected, as covered in the wear and tear section of your lease contract.
• Contact the inspection service prior to returning the leased vehicle. An independent inspector will come to your home or office and do an inspection of your lease return. They will provide you with the results of the inspection shorty after it is complete, if not immediately. If you are present for the inspection, there will be no surprises and you can fix any damage prior to turning the vehicle back into the dealer.
• Call the dealer to schedule a time to return your lease. Dealers are unpredictably busy. Walking into a busy showroom waiting to be helped with your lease return is frustrating and can be a lengthy process. By calling ahead, the dealer will be expecting you and be prepared with your information. Upon arrival, the entire process should take you no more than 10 minutes. You will be required to sign a termination form with current mileage and keys, that is all.
• Within 2-4 weeks, you will receive a final lease return statement. This statement will reflect any final charges, including mileage penalties, excess wear and tear, unpaid lease payments, and disposition fees; if applicable. If there is a fee that you do not agree with or would like to contend, contact the lease return department. The phone number will be clearly printed on your statement. Do not contact the dealership, as they have no ability to negotiate or fix errors on lease return statements.

Contact the INFINITI team with your lease return questions. Our experienced finance department will support you through each step of the process.

So you can still find luxury from home!

With the spread of COVID-10, we are facing new challenges and responsibilities in health and safety. To reduce the risk of infection and transmission in our workplace and in interactions with our clients, INFINITI OF DENVER is following the recommendations published by the Center of Disease Control and Prevention and doing everything in our power to ensure your safety.

However, we also know that life doesn’t stop moving forward, and because of that, we are going above and beyond to make sure you still get the service you need despite these challenging times.

On-Site Precautions:

• Our employees will be staying home if they are experiencing flu-like symptoms, respiratory illness, fever, cough or shortness of breath.
• We are educating our employees about precautions they can take to prevent the spread of this disease, including avoiding touching face, eyes, nose and mouth as much as possible and washing hands frequently.
• Hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes, tissues, soap and water are maintained in our workplace.
• Common areas and surfaces are being kept clean, and we are sanitizing the steering wheel, center console, turn signals, wiper stock and door panels of each vehicle during our complimentary car wash.

Vehicle Service Precautions:

• We are OPEN regular business hours in our Service and Parts Departments.  We are open Monday-Friday 7am-6pm and Saturday 8am-5pm to service your vehicles
• We will increase our loaner fleet to assist with customers in service during this time.
• We are offering  pick up and delivery of  your vehicles to service them.
• We follow each vehicle service appointment and delivery with comprehensive sanitizing processes to eliminate contamination between driver transitions.

Vehicle Purchase Precautions:

Our sales department is preparing to reopen our showroom on Saturday, May 9th with guidelines from the Tri-County Health.  We are approaching this situation with a high level of respect and caution.

• We will be practicing social distancing.  Access to hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes, masks & gloves will be available
• We have a scheduled daily cleaning & additionally, we will be cleaning offices after a customer has left.
• We will still be conducting customer self test drives.
• To limit exposure, we ask that you do not bring additional guests to your appointments unless absolutely necessary.
• We encourage scheduling your appointment so we can have the car sanitized and ready for you to see.
• Masks are recommended.  If you need one, please let your sales person know.

If you will still like to shop & buy from home, we do have the INFINITI OF DENVER Car ON-Demand Concierge Program.  Shop On-Line or by Phone with free home delivery anywhere in Colorado.  Call us today at 303-671-6000

IFS Customer Assistance:

We understand the uncertainty created by the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis and want our retailers to be aware of the assistance we are implementing for IFS customers who may be impacted.

• Customer Communications
  The following announcement is now available on infinitifinace.com:
  “We’re here to help. If you are affected by the COVID-19 virus or the TN tornadoes and need assistance with your IFS account, please call 1-800-627-4437 or chat with an online representative.”
• Customer Payment Assistance
  Customers who need assistance should contact IFS at the phone number above to discuss their options. Customer Service will offer payment extensions allowing retail and lease customers to defer their payment(s) based on each customer’s current situations. Please note that wait times for an agent can be longer than expected due to the high volume of calls.
• 90-Day Delayed Payment Option for New Special APR Customers & CPO Vehicles
  To lend additional support during this period, IFS is offering a Special 90-Day Delayed Payment Option to qualified customers who purchase any new INFINITI financed with Special APR or Retailer Choice APR. Maximum term is 72 months.   Please see bulletin 20-8-0160 for complete program rules.  IFS is also offering to qualified customers who purchase any Certified Pre-Owned INFINITI financing with CPO Special APR.
• INFINITI just announced a FLEXIBLE LEASE BONUS: No Payment for up to 90-days/3months

Please call as at 301-671-6000 to make arrangements. We hope this will soon pass and our goal is to make sure everyone stays safe and healthy.

Vehicle Evolution

INFINITI is a company that, for years, has been known for quality and innovation.  We strive to evolve and adapt, incorporating customer insights, technology trends, and industry patterns.  The INFINITI designers meet at the crossroads of engineering and style, always bringing something new to the experience, to develop vehicles that our customers love, while inspiring the team to drive further and seek better.

From Concept to Reality

As we continue to accelerate into INFINITI’s future, our Concept Cars represent the directions our engineering may shift in decades to come. Explore models like the INFINITI INSPIRATION and other concept car variations below:

• Feeling inspired?  Try the INFINITI QX INSPIRATION.  This vehicle was inspired by the elegance of Japanese lacquerware, with a rugged, yet intricate cross-over type frame, designed around the modern concept of reducing environmental impact with a clean-running, fully electric vehicle.
• Inspiration strikes again! This INFINITI Q INSPIRATION is a sedan featuring auto-assistance driving capabilities, sleek aerodynamics, and an interior built around its human occupants for a pleasurable experience on the road. Pairing power with efficiency, the INFINITI Q INSPIRATION boasts the first VC-Turbo and award-winning design.
• Reinventing the luxury SUV, the INFINITI QX80 MONOGRAPH offers next-generation quality and comfort with a new take on the INFINITI SUV design.  Travel in style with a sculptural SUV – rugged, angular, and commanding – that embodies purposeful artistry.
• The future is a bold concept!  The INFINITI Q80 INSPIRATION, a futuristic four-door fastback with dramatic styling and a 550HP hybrid powertrain, is an exquisite, yet intimidating premium sedan with second-to-none technology and visionary performance capabilities.
• The Project Black S is the fusion of Formula One and next-generation hybrid design.  Utilizing heat and braking to convert kinetic energy to more horses under the hood, the INFINITI BLACK S is a collaboration between INFINITI and Renault Sport, bringing power and performance back to INFINITI drivers.
• The Prototype 10 is as eye-catching as it is mysterious. This futuristic vehicle, with its electrified, low-emissions powertrain, sleek lines, and aircraft fuselage-inspired body design, may as well be the car of the future.

From improvements on INFINITI cars we see on the road now, to our concept cars that are streaking off into the 21st Century, INFINITI rides the wave of innovation and design that our drivers love.  Stop by INFINITI OF DENVER to see what the future holds for you!

With the costs of new vehicles rising, many consumers are questioning whether the purchase of a Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle or CPO is worth it. All major manufacturers offer a CPO program, many with benefits that rival those of a new vehicle. INFINITI is no exception and offers an extremely comprehensive CPO program for all its models.

Highlights of the INFINITI CPO program are:

• All vehicles are put through an extensive 162-point Certification Inspection. Vehicles must be sold through an INFINITI retailer, pass a Carfax vehicle history report, and be less than 6 years old and have less than 70,000 miles. Vehicles with frame damage, water damage, a history of odometer rollback, grey market, airbag deployment, and other issue are ineligible to be certified. See your consultant for a complete list of exclusions.
• The limited CPO warranty, backed by INFINITI, provides coverage for over 1,300 components. It is available up to 6 years/unlimited mileage based on the age of the vehicle. The warranty includes 24-hour roadside assistance, complementary first year of basic maintenance, courtesy INFINITI service loan vehicle, three-year Carfax Buyback Guarantee, free 3-month SiriusXM trial, and is eligible for the INFINITI Elite Extended Protection Plan Wrap.
• A large portion of the vehicles in the program are previous INFINITI service loan cars. These vehicles are like-new, current model year or one year old, with minimal mileage. Generally, these vehicles represent a significant price savings over a new vehicle.
• All CPO vehicles must pass a minimum standard for tire depth, brake wear, and have two keys.
• Special financing is often available on CPO vehicles through INFINITI Financial Services, with rates as low a 0%. Please ask for details.

Please contact us at 303-671-6000 if you would like to discuss the benefits of Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles vs. New Vehicle purchases in further detail.

The year 2020 not only required a new calendar, but also launched us into the beginnings of a new decade. A month into this year, we’re off to a strong start, and if you’re looking for the advancements in innovation and technology that the decade represents, you’ll find it in the INFINITI QX50.

Accelerate your happiness with a luxurious approach to the new decade.

The INFINITI QX50 is the perfect way to grow in 2020 and the years that follow – with upper-echelon quality, enhanced safety features, dynamic travel technologies, and more. Take advantage of the luxury, comfort, and thrill you’ll feel every time you turn the key in the ignition of a new QX50, with heated front seats, 20-inch silver painted and machine finished wheels, Bose® Performance Series Audio, and leather-appointed seating . Instead of stressing about your family’s safety in an older, outdated automobile, rest assured that your family will be secure with Forward Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Predictive Forward Collision Warning, and Blind Spot Warning technology. Relish in a road trip that brings you closer to your clan in a ride that’s as smooth as any flight with Direct Adaptive Steering, Intelligent AWD and driver assistance technologies.

Find the class that suits your lifestyle and travel to the future with the INFINITI QX50. Whether you choose the QX50, the LUXE or the EDITION 30, a new vehicle from INFINITI OF DENVER will come with a range of benefits to keep supporting you for seasons to come. Why settle for one year of growth when your INFINITI comes with excellent service and an extensive warranty backed by our award-winning service team? In fact, keep realizing your goals by continuing regular oil changes with our express service and by keeping your INFINITI looking its best with a complimentary car wash and vacuum after each service visit.

So, from the team at INFINITI OF DENVER – welcome to the new decade. Face whatever this decade has planned for you, with an INFINITI OF DENVER QX50!

INFINITI is celebrating its 30th anniversary by offering you the pinnacle of our three decades of engineering excellence. Beginning with the confidently distinctive Q45 in 1989, our selection of luxury vehicles has only improved, so you are guaranteed to find a model that fits your needs. The future is looking bright, and with the help of the EDITION 30 models of the Q50, Q60, QX50, QX60 and QX80, we look forward to welcoming another shining year in the world of preeminent automobiles.

Continuing to employ the same warm and welcoming approach to luxury, INFINITI relishes the honor of giving everyone the ability to achieve the sophistication that they dream about. The future will continue to present gorgeous, yet simple aesthetic design rooted in our accomplished past, with additional flare for our upcoming anniversary. The INFINITI EDITION 30 line will be specially equipped with custom trim options that include exterior design accents. Dark chrome exterior grille surrounds, fender trims and rear finishers will enhance the body, with similar darker treatments given to the side mirrors and wheels.

INFINITI continues to redefine the standards of the automotive industry, combining unsurpassed richness with innovative technology that will come on each 30^th Edition INFINITI model. The vehicles will come complete with the ProASSIST range of safety options. ProASSIST comes with adaptive Intelligent Cruise Control with Distance Control Assist to keep you at safe following distances. You can count on additional support from Predictive Forward Collision Warning to monitor the cars ahead of you to keep track of any necessary alterations. INFINITI will also provide increased ease in getting around town with Around View Monitor, for a 360-degree look everything surrounding your car, bolstered by Backup Collision Intervention to alert you of impending hazards.

Join us at INFINITI OF DENVER today to help us celebrate three decades of ascendant engineering and manufacturing in the 30^th Edition selections. We have been perfecting our vehicles and our service for 30 years, and you will notice the difference the moment you walk through our doors, and for years to come with our exceptional continuing support. Contact your Denver INFINITI dealer today to begin looking for the right INFINITI for you.

INFINITI is prepared to celebrate 30 years of providing the world with beautiful design, encompassing safety features and luxury that is second to none. Poised to continue pushing the bounds on style and innovation, the 2020 INFINITIs are ready to raise the bar again.

• • Innovative Technology
    INFINITI consistently embraces new advancements in technology to make your ride smoother and safer through a driving experience like no other. The INFINITI InTouch system will operate on a high-definition, twin-screen system to better connect you with the road. An LCD eight-inch upper screen parterres with a VGA seven-inch lower screen to present your Apple CarPlay® with Siri®, or Android Auto™ with Google Voice®.One of the most notable developments for 2020 is INFINITI's new-generation infotainment system. The HD twin-screen system, which keeps the name 'INFINITI InTouch™', will improve the driving experience and keep motorists better connected while on the road. The platform offers an array of new functionality, including standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™; in-vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot with connectivity for seven devices; and improved navigation with 3D maps, Street view imagery and Destinations by Google®. The new system will be available on 2020 Q50, Q60, QX50 and the flagship QX80 models.

• • The 2020 Q50 & 2020 Q60
    • The 2020 Q50 lineup includes:
      • Six 300-horsepower, 3.0-liter V6 twin-turbo models: Q50 3.0t PURE, Q50 3.0t PURE AWD, Q50 3.0t LUXE, Q50 3.0t LUXE AWD, Q50 3.0t SPORT and Q50 3.0t SPORT AWD
      • Two powerful 400-horsepower models, the Q50 RED SPORT 400 and Q50 RED SPORT 400 AWD
    • A total of six 2020 Q60 models are offered:
      • Four 300-horsepower, 3.0t twin-turbo V6 models: Q60 3.0t PURE, Q60 3.0t PURE AWD, Q60 3.0t LUXE and Q60 3.0t LUXE AWD
      • The 400-horsepower Q60 RED SPORT 400 and RED SPORT 400 AWD

• • The QX50
    The QX50 will follow a banner year by raising expectations even higher after winning the 2020 consumer Guide Automotive Best Buy Award. With two new tiers of excellence, the QX50 AUTOGRAPH and the QX50 SENSORY, the crossover will feature the standardization of a number of safety and security options. And the QX50 will continue to deliver power when you need it, with an adjusted compression ratio for increased intensity and efficiency at the push of a pedal.

• The QX80
  The QX80 will see advancements as well. The full-size luxury SUV will exhibit the ProPILOT Assist package, with Rear Door Alert, Lane Departure Warning, Backup Collision Intervention and Blind Spot Warning. The assistance package will not be the only improvement the QX80 will see this year, with revisions encompassing the timelessness of INFINITI with a touch of contemporary tastes. The revised interior is available with two-tone and quilted Alcantara seats, complete with contrast piping and stitching. This echoes the revisions to the exterior, which is available in two new colors for the coming year.

Our INFINITI OF DENVER dealership can offer you the latest selections, the best customer service and the top-tier maintenance to keep you satisfied with your INFINITI purchase for years to come. Come see what 2020 holds for INFINITI by contacting our luxury auto dealership today.

Hopefully some of you got the chance to attend the foodie event of the year - Sushi Dens 4th Annual Summer Rooftop Party. We were happy to be able to sponsor this exclusive event for the first time this year, especially since all of the proceeds went to such great causes. The Rooftop Party has taken place on the rooftop of the parking garage right by Sushi Den for the past 3 years, and offers 20 different Chefs flown in from Southern Japan two nights in a row. This year, they included 8 of Denver's top Chefs to take part as well. Other than the exquisite street food, you can also enjoy live music, award-winning sakes, and tasteful beer and wine. The food, drinks, and atmosphere were the make for a perfect summer evening. 

 The Cause 

This event was first inspired to benefit the victims of the devastating earthquake in Southern Japan in 2016, which hit their hometown very hard. Since starting this event, they have raised money to support other natural disasters that have affected the United States, their now long time home. Aside from the Rooftop Party benefiting the Kumamoto Castle Earthquake Relief, they also support a local charity called We Don't Waste. We Don't Waste supports our community and environment by reclaiming and redistributing quality food to those in need. Their team collects unused food from venues, caterers, distributors, and other food purveyors and distributes it to under-served populations. Since starting in 2009, We Don't Waste has recovered over 100 million servings of food. Great food all for a great cause!

The Food

Den Corner hand-picks and personally flies in 20 incredible Chefs from Southern Japan for this exclusive event. These Chefs personally make fresh Ramen, Hand Rolls, BBQ Seafood, BBQ Beef, and more amazing Japanese street food all right in front of you. They come to this event from all over Southern Japan, including cities like Hiroshima, Kumamoto, Miyazaki, and more. Aside from the ones who were flown in, they also included 8 of Denver's elite award-winning Chefs from some of our top restaurants. These culinary experts included none other than Alon Shaya, Caroline Glover, Dana Rodriguez, Ian Wortham, Alex Seidel, Carrie Baird, Elise Wiggins, and Paul Reilly. All of these Chefs have won incredible culinary awards, cook at top Denver restaurants, and are experts in their craft. Be sure to check them out and dine at some of their restaurants!

If you didn't get the chance to attend this year, be sure to grab some tickets in advance next year. Great music, great food, and a great location. It's a fun way to finish off your summer and all for a good cause!

Great news, car buyers! The all new 2020 INFINITI QX60 is available now at INFINITI OF DENVER, and it's more luxurious and tech-savvy than ever. There are 4 different models available, including the QX60 PURE, QX60 PURE AWD, QX60 LUXE, and the QX60 LUXE AWD.  In comparison to it's competitors, the all new QX60 rises up against all with it's 11/13 available safety features, whereas every other only has 8/13. This SUV has an exclusive cabin with unmatched interior design, three rows of seats, and also can come with a theater package to keep the young-ins entertained.  The 2020 QX60 is family friendly and the perfect vehicle to take on your next family adventure. Take a closer look at some of the key features below. 

Safety 

One key feature in the abundance of safety features is the Around View Monitor With Moving Object Detection, which delivers intuitive technology that helps to make parking easier by placing four cameras around the vehicle to give you a virtual 360 bird's eye view on your display. Another feature is the Backup Collision Intervention, which gives you awareness in every direction while backing up by detecting a potential collision with visual and audible alerts. The Blind Spot Warning is another safety feature you can't miss out on having, which alerts you when vehicles are detected in your blind spot area. Another great feature would be the Forward Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, which cannot only measure the distance between you and the vehicle in front of you as well as the speed of both vehicles - it can also capture movement from a pedestrian directly ahead in your lane of travel, helping you detect a potential frontal collision. As well as audible and visual warnings, the vehicle will also partially apply the brakes if they are not applied, even fully braking if necessary. These are just a few of the safety features in the QX60, but you can learn more about the others here. 

Versatility

If you're looking for a vehicle with style and versatility, the QX60 is the SUV for you. You will have the convenience of Hands-Free Entry, for those times when you have your hands full and need to get access to your trunk. With just a simple swing of your foot under the rear bumper, the Motion Activated Liftgate automatically opens and gives you immediate entry to your cargo space. If you have a big family or find yourself always driving company around, you will always have access to Three Rows and 7 seats. The Adaptable Cargo Spaces are also a key feature in the 2020 QX60, making it so you can fold the second and third rows to accommodate for your next adventure.  Personal Entertainment is also available (if so equipped) to keep the kiddos in the back seat happy, with optional dual 8-inch screens where they can enjoy movies or games. For those cold Colorado Winters, Intelligent All-Wheel Drive is here to assist, which monitors wheel spin, throttle position and speed, and diverts up to 50% of the available power to the rear wheels when conditions are less than optimal. These are just a few of the versatility features in the QX60, but you can learn more here.

Schedule a test drive in the all new 2020 QX60 today at INFINITI OF DENVER!

Joe Walter has been a part of our family at INFINITI OF DENVER for just over 23 years. 2 years ago, his son Max Walter started his trainee technician position working directly next to his father in our service drive, following in his dads footsteps. Working side by side each day, they both ensure our customers leave as happy as can be with their vehicles using their smart, careful approach. Joe has been a leading driver in the success of our service department and we are so happy he wants to continue his legacy he has made here onto his son. We wanted to ask them both a few questions about their time here and what makes working alongside your family member so special.

Q: How long have you both been with INFINITI OF DENVER?

J: Just over 23 years.

M: 2 years.

Q: Joe, what do you plan to teach your son about the business and pass onto him?

J: Since everything has changed so much in this business since I first started, I essentially want to teach him to stay current and constantly do research to teach himself new things. With all of the modern technology in the new cars these days, it's definitely important to be able to compete.

Q: Max, what is it like working with your dad? Do you have a favorite part about working here?

M: I actually really enjoy working with my dad. He's very knowledgeable from being in the business for so long and being so good at his job, so I learn a lot from him every day. My favorite part about working here would have to be learning new things every single day.

Q: Joe, do you want to talk about some of your accomplishments at INFINITI OF DENVER? Do you have a favorite part about working here?

J: During my 23 years here, I became Master ASE and INFINITI Technician, and Shop Foreman. My favorite part about working here would definitely have to be the satisfaction of making someones vehicle better.

Q: Max, what made you want to work for INFINITI OF DENVER?

M: It was the best opportunity for me, especially since my dad has been here for so long.

"It has been a fast and amazing 23 years at INFINITI OF DENVER!"

- Joe Walter