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Ed Napleton Honda in Oak Lawn

Oak Lawn, IL

4.9
1,503 Reviews
Edward W. Napleton, opened his first automotive business in 1931 on Chicago's South Side. With a $700 loan, a strong work ethic and a belief in common courtesy, he opened the Napleton Buick Service Station. Francis Napleton, Edward's son, was by his side to help foster the growth of the young business in its early years. Napleton's first dealership was a DeSoto franchise, and when that brand was discontinued with little warning, Napleton quickly aligned itself with another Chrysler nameplate, Plymouth, eventually being awarded several additional franchises. Edward and Francis both believed in hard work and exceptional customer service, values that they passed down to the next generation of Napletons. Five of Francis' eight children have worked in the auto business their entire lives. Edward F. ("Ed") Napleton, Francis' son, is a third-generation auto dealer. He began his career as a kid sweeping the floors at the dealership owned by his father and grandfather. He moved up the ranks, serving as a technician, then in sales and finance, and eventually as a general manager. At just 23 years of age, Ed became the youngest car dealer in the United States when he was awarded a Pontiac dealership in Blue Island, Illinois. Today the Napleton Family operates more than 50 dealerships in four states. What started as a small family-owned business has blossomed into one of the most forward-thinking dealership groups in the country. Ed's business has grown to include 31 franchises - housed in 15 different locations - in three states. He owns domestic, import and high line franchises, and employs more than 1000 people throughout Illinois, Florida and Missouri. Four of Ed's five children have proudly joined him in pursuing the family business and have a hand in the company's day-to-day operations.
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5800 West 95th Street

Oak Lawn, IL

60453

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October 19, 2011

Every employee I interacted with was responsive to my neeeds and interested in making the car buying experience an enjoyable one. They worked hard to find the car I was looking for, providing helpful adv More

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Kurt, Kevin, Bobby, Russ, Steve
October 13, 2011

My experience was very good. I first found the car online. I called and Tessa answered. She was very kind, helpful, and kept in touch.When I got to the dealership, Tessa greeted me and turned me over More

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October 09, 2011

Earlier in the day, I had visited a competitor. I was unhappy with my experience - they did not seem trustworthy. Although I live 30 minutes from Oak Lawn, I made the trip - and was very happy I did. Ed More

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Ed Mansour, Chris
October 03, 2011

Chris and Steve were extremely patient with me as I made a decision regarding my vehicle purchase. It is refreshing to work with dealers who are not overly pushy and disingenious. Both of these gentlemen p More

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CHRISTOPHER BUTLER
October 01, 2011

I was pleased with the overall experience of buying my new Honda. The 'customer service' of all the people involved with my purchase needs to be emulated by other industries! More

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Joseph, Chris, Terry
September 24, 2011

I have purchased five new cars and one used car from this dealership. I am very satisfied with their service and would not think of going anywhere else. Gerald Griffin is an amazing salesman, patient, resp More

by lerangel
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Armando in the Service Dept. and Gerald Griffin in Sales.
September 22, 2011

We don't buy new cars often and when we do, we research our purchase thoroughly. We had pretty much made up our mind that we were going to purchase a new Sienna when we decided that we should give the Odys More

by KristenSwanson
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Vito DeMario , Russ, Dean
September 21, 2011

We found it very easy to deal with the staff, as a whole, at Napleton Honda. The employees we dealt with were personable, knowledgeable, willing to answer the same question numerous times, not pushy or obnox More

by odyssey65
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Joe Pontarelli, Steve Ignowski, Dean (new car mgr), Chris (financial guy)
September 18, 2011

Joe very helpful and personable, Tess was on top of getting information to me quickly and accurately. Audrey was helpful getting an appointment to see the car immediately. Joe was able to demo More

by fitopper
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Joe Pontarelli and Audrey and Tess Turnbull
September 14, 2011

When I entered the Dealership,I was greeted with a very customer friendly personnel. Each person that I was in contact with was very professional. I felt very comfortable talking to the salesperson and th More

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