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Nils Sandstrom
Nils Sandstrom at J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville
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Nils Sandstrom

Salesman-Cedarville Store

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville

200 North Stephenson Street
Cedarville, IL 61013

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4.9
316 Reviews

I was voted 2017 Best Car Salesperson by the Freeport Journal! I was born-and-raised here in Freeport and I have a beautiful wife and two great children. I have been selling cars for the last 31 years and have loved every second of it. I enjoy meeting new people and working hard to ensure that they are completely satisfied with their Vehicle purchase. I'm very involved in the community and serve as a member of Kiwanis International, Knights of Columbus, Eagles Club, Kiwanis and Elks Club. Contact me if you are looking for a great car buying experience!

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31 yrs, 3 mos

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37 yrs, 10 mos

4.9

316 Reviews

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316 Reviews of Nils Sandstrom

June 12, 2024

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This is the second vehicle I have purchased from Barkau. Nils was great to work with today and made the process easy. More

by mshippert
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June 07, 2024

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Went in with little to no idea of what I wanted, and left with a great deal on a car I’m very excited about! Our family is growing, and this car is the perfect fit for us. More

by elizabethw74
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June 06, 2024

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The absolute best car dealer I've delt with. Friendly and straightforward, these guys and gals have you back when anything goes wrong or even to check in on ya during the process. Definitely wor More

by clinzach9
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Jun 07, 2024

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville responded

That's what we love to hear! We appreciate you recognizing our friendly and straightforward approach. It's important to us that you feel supported throughout the entire process, even after you drive off the lot. Thanks for the fantastic review and recommending us to others! Definitely worth a conversation, indeed!

June 05, 2024

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They treat you like family they're really nice and very considerate 10 out of 10 would recommend anybody looking for a vehicle. More

by clinzach9
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Jun 07, 2024

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville responded

Wow, a 10 out of 10 recommendation - that's fantastic to hear! We take pride in treating our customers like family, and it sounds like our team did a great job making you feel comfortable and valued. Thanks for letting us know and we'll be sure to share your kind words with the team. Definitely recommend us to anyone looking for a vehicle!

May 25, 2024

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We stopped in just looking and left with what we wanted. Easy process. They gave us a fair trade in amount on our old truck too. More

by awhorsegrl
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May 20, 2024

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Excellent experience! I saw a vehicle online that I loved, and was kept updated through the entire period before I made it to the dealership to view the vehicle. Very nice More

by jpargiello
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Jun 07, 2024

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville responded

You're very welcome! We're glad our online communication kept you informed and eased any worries. We strive to make the car buying process smooth and transparent. Thanks for the fantastic review!

May 13, 2024

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Our family has purchased vehicles from Barkau’s over the years and appreciate Nil’s helpfulness and attention to detail. More

by Nkthruman
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May 17, 2024

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville responded

That's wonderful to hear! We take pride in building long-lasting relationships with our customers, and it sounds like Nil has consistently provided exceptional service for your family over the years. Thanks for your continued trust in J.H. Barkau and Sons.

May 10, 2024

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What a wonderful surprise today! ! Very happy with everyone at Barkau. Thank you. Loving the Elantra!! More

by haleyc83
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May 10, 2024

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville responded

Congrats on your new Elantra! We love surprises like these, and we're so happy the team at Barkau could make yours a wonderful one. We appreciate you choosing us, and we hope you enjoy cruising around in your new Elantra!

May 09, 2024

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Best place to buy a car! Mr. Sandstrom showed me cars that would fit perfectly for what I was looking for. There was a good selection of cars. No pressure to buy any one o More

by johnmcintosh811
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May 10, 2024

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville responded

Absolutely thrilled to hear about your experience at JH Barkau & Sons! It sounds like Mr. Sandstrom really listened to your needs and helped you find the perfect car. We take pride in our pressure-free sales approach and wide selection of vehicles. Thanks for the recommendation, and we look forward to seeing you again in the future!

May 09, 2024

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Everyone was very nice and helpful . We liked watching TV and eating. Coffee cake. I didn’t expect new tires and sunroof thank you More

by Alewis60518Aud
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May 10, 2024

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville responded

That sounds like a fantastic car buying experience! It's great to hear our team was friendly and helpful, and that the amenities like the TV, coffee cake, and snacks made your visit enjoyable. The new tires and sunroof sound like amazing bonuses too! We bet you're thrilled with your new car. Thanks for choosing JH Barkau & Sons

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