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A-1 Toyota
New Haven, CT
1,140 Reviews
In the early 60’s, the owners of a local garage received a postcard announcing the production of a new four-wheel drive vehicle. At the time, the automotive industry was producing only one other vehicle in this category, so the owners thought this might be a good opportunity to introduce a new four-wheel drive vehicle that they would be able to sell as well as service. The postcard was answered and the response was the founding of the first Toyota dealership in New England and the beginning of what has become a very successful endeavor for Dominic Galardi, Anthony Buglione and A-1 Toyota.
The history of A-1 Service began before this. In January of 1951, Dom joined his father-in-law, Tony Buglione in a partnership that included a gas station and used cars. The station was located on the corner of Olive Street and St. John in New Haven.
In the late 1950’s, a new highway system was breaking through the neighborhood, people started moving to the suburbs, and with the limited space they had already outgrown, A-1 looked for a new location.
The new site they chose was in East Haven. The partnership grew to include Dominic’s brother, Andrew.
Their new location, occupying a city block on Main Street and the sign reading A-1 Auto Service, Inc., became a landmark for many.
In 1963, A-1 completed the building of the first Toyota showroom on the East Coast. In 1966, just three years after opening their dealership, A-1 became the second largest Toyota dealership in the country. Toyota’s line-up featured only two vehicles at the time, the four-wheel drive Land Cruiser and one of the first economy cars, the Tiara.
Over the years, A-1 Toyota continued to grow and in 1980 moved to their current location on Amity Road in New Haven adding the Dodge franchise that dueled with Toyota until 1990.
A-1 Toyota’s line-up looks far different than it did in 1963, but the basis for a successful business has continued. The business is still owned by the same family, and Domin
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Monday 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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Monday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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Monday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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October 26, 2018
A1 and Dado are fantastic! I’ve gotten four vehicles through A1 throughout the years. They’re a pleasure to work with. Sales and Service are both fantastic. Ask for Dado in Sale I’ve gotten four vehicles through A1 throughout the years. They’re a pleasure to work with. Sales and Service are both fantastic. Ask for Dado in Sales - he listens to your needs, respects them, and isn’t pushy. Frank in finance was also an unexpected pleasure to work with. There have been times I’ve enjoyed a car buying experience until meeting with the finance person to do the paperwork - Frank was awesome. More
by Blo8nde
October 20, 2018
Awesome Experience! Awesome experience! John was our salesman and he did an exceptional job! He was friendly and very knowledgeable. I would definitely suggest this deale Awesome experience! John was our salesman and he did an exceptional job! He was friendly and very knowledgeable. I would definitely suggest this dealership! This is my second lease with them and couldn’t ask for a smoother no problem process. Their service department is quick in and out for oil changes as well! More
by Sal
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John F Murphy
October 19, 2018
Smooth and easy My salesperson (john) was great he helped me every step of the way. I couldn't ask for a better experience anywhere where else. I would highly recomme My salesperson (john) was great he helped me every step of the way. I couldn't ask for a better experience anywhere where else. I would highly recommend stopping in and chatting with A1 Toyota team everything is relaxed and comfortable everyone is friendly and nice and the best part is, they are there to help you and fit your needs More
by Cris
October 18, 2018
Great Experience - Made me feel very comfortable Rose was my salesperson - She is exceptional! She is patient, knowledgeable and worked very efficiently to fit my time schedule. There was no pressu Rose was my salesperson - She is exceptional! She is patient, knowledgeable and worked very efficiently to fit my time schedule. There was no pressure.. she let me try all the cars I wanted and made sure that I found the car that was perfect for me. Mustafa was also part of the team and super helpful. The two of them set me up with the perfect vehicle for me and my family. We ended up with a 2015 Certified Pre-Owned Sienna and my kids begging for me to just go to the grocery store just so they can ride in it : ) More
by Hailey
October 17, 2018
Knowledgeable salesman. Very personable. No pressure to purc I thought the price was very fair for my 2018 Prius. My salesman was very friendly and knowledgeable about the Prius. The dealership clearly informed I thought the price was very fair for my 2018 Prius. My salesman was very friendly and knowledgeable about the Prius. The dealership clearly informed me of all costs associated with the purchase. More
by Car girl, Felicia27
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Other Employees :
Rosy Clarke, Carlos Casul, John F Murphy
October 14, 2018
Leasing a 2018 RAV4 Our experience with our sales rep,Fariz “Dado” Dadic, was outstanding. We immediately felt at ease with him. There was no sales pressure, and he answ Our experience with our sales rep,Fariz “Dado” Dadic, was outstanding. We immediately felt at ease with him. There was no sales pressure, and he answered all of our questions and concerns. He found exactly what we were looking for, and we were able to drive off in our new RAV4 the same day. More
by loreen
October 14, 2018
AWESOME!!!!!! I had a very very good experience at A1 Toyota, I was taken good care of, a gentleman by the name of John took very good care of me, I didn't think I I had a very very good experience at A1 Toyota, I was taken good care of, a gentleman by the name of John took very good care of me, I didn't think I could come out with a new vehicle but I did, he really made me feel right at home with there help, I appreciate the help they gave me there and definitely would reccomend them to anyone, Thank you John for the great help and advise and thank you Toyota for helping me out, the best dealership I've ever been too. More
by JOLO
October 14, 2018
Great experience buying Toyota Certified Pre-Owned Tacoma This was my third purchase of a Toyota from A-1 Toyota and my second this year. The team is very professional and dedicated to total customer service This was my third purchase of a Toyota from A-1 Toyota and my second this year. The team is very professional and dedicated to total customer service and satisfaction. We purchased a 2014 Toyota Tacoma truck and the team handled the matter with great care and precision, spending a lot of time detailing the car and fixing a few miscellaneous details that needed attention before we took delivery. From our initial arrival until we drove away in the new vehicle, we were treated with professionals who showed us they truly appreciated our business. More
by Sjh2216$
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Other Employees :
Carlos Orozco, Frank Mikolike, Jr.
October 12, 2018
New car purchase. I have bought from A1 in the past and so has my mother. I have always had excellent service with sales and the service department. I have bought from A1 in the past and so has my mother. I have always had excellent service with sales and the service department. More
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October 11, 2018
An A-1 Experience I was recommended to A1 Toyota by a friend and the process couldn't of been any easier, simpler, or quicker. The staff there is phenomenal, from the m I was recommended to A1 Toyota by a friend and the process couldn't of been any easier, simpler, or quicker. The staff there is phenomenal, from the moment you step into the dealer to the second you drive away with your new car. More
by alexanderjj
Employees Worked With
Carlos Orozco, Frank Mikolike, Jr., Rose Ledee
