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Lahti's Jeep
Leominster, MA
405 Reviews
OUR HISTORY:
Edward and Tyyne Lahti, a couple of young Finnish immigrants, founded the Lahti family business in 1928. Ed had received about ten years of orientation to the automobile business as a laborer in new vehicle manufacturing plants in the Cleveland area. Having learned the trade of metalworking, the thought of using this skill independently became an exciting idea, which eventually led the young couple to Leominster to open their very own auto body repair shop. And so it began, Leominster's first body shop, then known as "Fix-It Auto Body." Their reputation grew as quality service satisfied local residents. Their motto was "If we can't fix it, give it away."
The early years were not easy years; first the Depression, and then World War II. The war became frightening in a very personal way when their oldest son, Edwin, was drafted into military service and shipped to the Far East. By this time, there were three other little ones at home: Benjamin, Daniel, and Rachel, requiring Edward and Tyyne's attention as well. The end of the war, however, brought a sense of joy and serenity, and even success. Their son was delivered safely home from the jaws of the enemy and was working in the family business with his dad.
As the years passed, the business grew. Used cars were added and by the fifties, the Lahti's had acquired a new car franchise selling Nash vehicles. By the time the sixties rolled around, the two younger sons, Benjamin and Daniel, had also decided to pursue their careers in the family business.
It wasn't long before a merger of Nash and Hudson companies became known as American Motors, manufacturing interesting new products like Ramblers and later more exciting cars like Javelins and AMXs. By 1970, American Motors owned Jeep and consequently, the Lahti Dealership was on a whole new course. Later, American Motors consolidated forces with Renault to produce passenger cars, but Chrysler Corporation bought it all in 1987.
Long before this time, the elder Lahti's had relinquished control of the business to their three sons, each one overseeing specific areas of the business. Unfortunately, life consists of valley experiences as well as mountaintop. Beginning in the fall of 1992, the family found themselves in the valley for a year and a half, suffering the loss of both parents and their younger brother, Dan. However, life did go on.
In February of 2002, Benjamin's Son-in-Law, Jason Fournier, joined the business. With his arrival, Lahti's has entered into it's third generation and into the age of e-commerce.
The evolution of a family business from 1928 to the twenty-first century, a period of mind-boggling technological advances, makes for quite an adventure story. However, there are some things that do not change - must not change! The Lahti family is proud of its Christian heritage, with a personal philosophy as well as a business philosophy: that a faith in the Sovereign God is foundational to the success in all aspects of life.
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Monday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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Monday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Wednesday 7:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Thursday 7:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Friday 7:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Saturday 7:30 AM - 12:30 AM
Sunday Closed
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Monday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Sunday Closed
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September 20, 2012
I had an easy and smooth experience when buying my first new vehicle from Lahti's Jeep. The staff was friendly, forward and helped me easily decide what type of vehicle I needed that fit my life style. Fred new vehicle from Lahti's Jeep. The staff was friendly, forward and helped me easily decide what type of vehicle I needed that fit my life style. Fred Perla gave us a great deal and service. I look forward to buying my next Jeep in the future from these guy's! More
by decaroln
Employees Worked With
Fred Perla
September 20, 2012
I can honestly say that I'm a very indecisive and at times difficult to please. That being said, Dianne made it so nice to work with. She listened to everything we had to say, showed us our options, was times difficult to please. That being said, Dianne made it so nice to work with. She listened to everything we had to say, showed us our options, wasn't at all pushy with anything, and very personable. She was so nice to even go over everything I still didn't understand about transitioning from a small car, to a larger four wheel drive SUV. They truly do want what's best for you, your goals and budget. I have never been happy with any dealership, but I am beyond happy with lahti's. They have definately just gained two lifelong customers. Happy ones too. More
by jouellette07
Employees Worked With
dianne, Jason Fournier, Dianne Lozeau
September 18, 2012
I purchased a Jeep Compass. I worked with Fred Perla and I must add that he is meant to be a salesman. He was knowledgable, friendly and has a great sense of humor. I got a great deal. I am a very happy cus I must add that he is meant to be a salesman. He was knowledgable, friendly and has a great sense of humor. I got a great deal. I am a very happy customer. More
by susan.bakke
Employees Worked With
Fred Perla
September 01, 2012
Fred was the salesman I dealth with from start to finish. He was reccomended by a coworker and that is who I went with when I visited Lahti's. I test drove the Jeep Patriot and liked it, but I wanted the co He was reccomended by a coworker and that is who I went with when I visited Lahti's. I test drove the Jeep Patriot and liked it, but I wanted the color silver which I got 3 days later as promised. Fred came in on his vaxcation to deliver me my car. I never owned a Jeep before, I wish I went to Lahti's six years ago when I got my last used car from another dealer (which gave me issues from the start). I am very happy with my Jeep Patriot. My kids can't wait till we go camping with my Jeep next year. Fran Vincent/Leominster More
by fvincent
Employees Worked With
Jason Fournier, Fred Perla
August 31, 2012
Dianne was wonderful and easy to work with, no pressure, very helpful. The entire staff was friendly and helpful. I have not had interaction with the service people yet, so I cannot comment on them. very helpful. The entire staff was friendly and helpful. I have not had interaction with the service people yet, so I cannot comment on them. More
by kathy.princecoder
Employees Worked With
Dianne Lozeau, Ron Booth, Dianne Lozeau
August 27, 2012
It was a pleasure working with Fred while we chose a Jeep Liberty for our daughter. He was pleasant, informative and his sense of humor added to the experience! In fact, we went to Lahti's to purchase the J Liberty for our daughter. He was pleasant, informative and his sense of humor added to the experience! In fact, we went to Lahti's to purchase the Jeep because we wanted to deal with Fred. Thanks for the enjoyable transaction! More
by Joan and Doug
Employees Worked With
Fred Perla, Fred Perla
August 13, 2012
I adore everything about this place :) -- Jay is awesome to work with...A+++ Recommendation from me! I can't wait to buy my next Jeep! -- A.Levasseur to work with...A+++ Recommendation from me! I can't wait to buy my next Jeep! -- A.Levasseur More
by aiml1018
Employees Worked With
Jason Fournier
August 08, 2012
Fred Perla was helpful, sincere, honest and reasonable. He truly works hard to ensure that the buyer is comfortable. In a week long spam of test driving, discussion, inspection, etc...Fred contacted me dai He truly works hard to ensure that the buyer is comfortable. In a week long spam of test driving, discussion, inspection, etc...Fred contacted me daily to check in. When I called the dealer to ask my many questions ( which he answered helpfully). I was always put through to him immediately. Overall, Fred is a pleasure to work with. Also, his personal appearance was quite impressive. Fred is old school. More
by Rlambert15
Employees Worked With
Fred Perla, Fred Perla
August 07, 2012
Fred Perla and Lahti's Jeep made purchasing a used Jeep Liberty for our daughter a very pleasant experience. This is the fourth Jeep that we have purchased from Lahti's over the years and we will definatel Liberty for our daughter a very pleasant experience. This is the fourth Jeep that we have purchased from Lahti's over the years and we will definately be back again! Great customer service! More
by chriscelli
Employees Worked With
Fred Perla, Fred Perla
