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About Gates Toyota

Wednesday, February 22, 2012
At Gates Toyota, we offer new 2011- 2012 Toyota cars in South Bend, along with used cars, trucks and SUVs by top manufacturers. Our sales staff will help you find that new or used car you have been searching for in South Bend. We have many models including the RAV4, Camry, Corolla, Matrix, Venza, Tacoma, Prius, and more! For years, our financial staff at Gates Toyota has offered expert advice for those seeking a great Toyota car loan or lease. Our service doesn't stop there. South Bend customers can come in and take advantage of our knowledgeable Toyota car repair technicians and a fully-stocked inventory of Toyota car parts. You can reach Gates Toyota any time by filling out our contact form, by calling us or simply visiting our South Bend Toyota dealership at 640 West Ireland Rd.

Gates Toyota History


Although it wasn?t until 1982 that Gates Toyota opened, the foundation of the dealership was laid more than 80 years ago when, in 1928, when L.O. Gates founded Gates Automotive. What began as an extension to his grocery store business turned into a successful Chevrolet dealership in Plymouth. Things were going well and within five years, L.O. had expanded into Mishawaka, Bremen, Argos, Walkerton, Culver, and finally in 1939, to South Bend. It was considered a real milestone in 1982 when Gates acquired the Toyota franchise. It was exciting to break into this new market with products that were noted for quality and durability. That excitement continues today as Gates Toyota has moved into our brand new facility on the south side of South Bend and is run by the third and fourth generation of the Gates family, Bill and his son Joel.