COMPLIMENTARY ONCE IN A LIFETIME EUROPEAN VACATION OFFERED BY COSTCO AND VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA ON THE 2008 XC90
SAN DIEGO, Calif., November 20, 2007 - Costco members this holiday are able to treat themselves to more than just great Costco pricing on the 2008 Volvo XC90. The Costco Auto Program is offering members the opportunity to rack up significant savings and benefits on purchases or leases made through participating Volvo dealerships between November 26 and December 31, 2007. Accompanying the savings is the opportunity to earn a $500 Costco Cash Card.
Two purchase options are available during this limited promotion. Members who contact the Costco Auto Program can purchase or lease a 2008 XC90 at their neighborhood Volvo dealership and receive the Volvo Employee Price, plus receive an added $1,000 discount, compliments of the Costco Auto. Members will also be able to take advantage of any manufacturer rebates and incentives available on the vehicle at the time of purchase. The Rear Seat Entertainment System currently included in leases of the XC90 at no charge by Volvo Cars of North America is being extended to Costco members for both purchase and lease during this promotion. A $500 Costco Cash Card will be available to members who complete a satisfaction survey.
The second is an Overseas Purchase Option which includes a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience a European Vacation Package with a zero price tag. Costco members will receive two tickets to Gothenburg, Sweden, to view their XC90 at the Volvo plant. After taking a tour of the factory, the member and a companion will be flown to a city of their choosing - Rome, Paris or London - to continue a European vacation, compliments of the Costco Auto Program. Included in the package is roundtrip airfare for two and accommodations in Gothenburg, plus the additional airfare and luxurious accommodations in the member's city of choice. The package also includes shipping the member's XC90 to a local Volvo dealership for delivery in the U.S, and the opportunity to earn that $500 Costco Cash Card.
This exclusive Volvo Holiday Promotion is only available to Costco members. To learn more, go to costco.com, and type in "XC90" in the search box. You can also call the Costco Auto Program at 1-800-479-5746, or visit costcoauto.com, and click on the Volvo Holiday Promotion banner.
About the XC90
Volvo's XC90 is available in two versions: 3.2 and V8. Available with front- or all-wheel drive, the 3.2 is the entry-level model and carries a 3.2-liter inline six-cylinder engine rated for 235 horsepower. The XC90 V8 generates 311-hp from a 4.4-liter V8 and provides strong acceleration, reaching 60 mph in only 7.6 seconds. All-wheel drive is standard with the V8. The 3.2 comes with five-passenger seating (with the third-row seat optional), while the V8 comes with seven-passenger seating. The XC90 is a premium SUV, providing all major safety and convenience features on the base model, with the exception of optional rear parking sensors. Leather upholstery is standard on the V8 model, and optional on the 3.2. Premium manufacturer options include a rear entertainment system with dual screens, a DVD-based navigation system, a Dolby Pro Logic II surround-sound audio system and an interior air quality system.
About Costco Auto Program, Inc.
The Costco Auto Program is managed by Affinity Development Group (ADG), headquartered in San Diego, CA. This premier auto buying service has industry recognition and consistently ranks as the top member program available today, with more than 2,400 hand selected dealers located throughout the United States offering Costco-sized savings on new and Factory Certified Pre-Owned vehicles.
About Volvo Cars of North America:
Volvo Cars of North America, LLC (VCNA), based in Irvine, Calif., is a subsidiary of Volvo Car Corporation of Gothenburg, Sweden. VCNA provides marketing, sales, parts, service, technology and training support to Volvo automobile retailers in the United States, and oversees Volvo operations in Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Volvo has been building cars with safety in mind for 80 years.
Press Contact:
Joey Large
Assistant Vice President
Costco Auto Program
10251 Vista Sorrento Parkway, Suite 300
San Diego, CA 92121 Telephone: 858.777.5182
