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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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July 10, 2018
Purchase process was pleasant. All staff friendly, & helpful My associate Amjad was engaging,knowledgeable and eager to please. As was Hatim & Paul who completed my team. A1 is a no haggle Dealer, therefore no My associate Amjad was engaging,knowledgeable and eager to please. As was Hatim & Paul who completed my team. A1 is a no haggle Dealer, therefore no unpleasant high pressure. More
by Babs
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Paul Wright, and woman who is DMV specialist
July 09, 2018
100% professional If you are looking for a new car, A-1 Toyota is your best choice. The staff is 100% professional and caring. They listen to your needs, and isn’t just If you are looking for a new car, A-1 Toyota is your best choice. The staff is 100% professional and caring. They listen to your needs, and isn’t just there to make a sale. They listen to what you are looking for, and make sure they can get you the best deal. More
by Bvegliante216
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Sebastian Tavarez
July 06, 2018
Great dealership First time financing a car. Bought a gorgeous certified pre owned FRS from them today. They helped me through every step of the process. John was the First time financing a car. Bought a gorgeous certified pre owned FRS from them today. They helped me through every step of the process. John was the sales person who sold me the car. He was honest and puts off a trustworthy vibe. He's not like typical car salesmen as he doesn't try to rush the customer. Very great guy and a very great dealership. When I didn't think it was possible, they got me into my dream car at the perfect price. Overall great experience. John Murphy is the man!! More
by Sonnyf0609
July 05, 2018
Fantastic service, very easy Absolutely fantastic service at A1, particularly with Amjad. The process was easy, very enjoyable, and with fantastic service and a great price too! W Absolutely fantastic service at A1, particularly with Amjad. The process was easy, very enjoyable, and with fantastic service and a great price too! Will certainly return next time we need to buy another car!! More
by JP
July 03, 2018
Excellent customer service!!!! The people at this Toyota dealer is so nice and have good customer service love it!!! I would recommend family and friends to come to this A1 Toyota t The people at this Toyota dealer is so nice and have good customer service love it!!! I would recommend family and friends to come to this A1 Toyota to purchase a car. I will like to thank Paul Wright for making this deal happen for me. Thanks again everyone!!! More
by Tihira42
July 03, 2018
Very friendly The sales rep and manager were amazing. We didn’t think we were going to walk out new car owners but we did thanks to them. Amjad and Hatim were the The sales rep and manager were amazing. We didn’t think we were going to walk out new car owners but we did thanks to them. Amjad and Hatim were the best will highly recommend anyone to come to a1 Toyota for their next car. More
by Jackie27
July 02, 2018
Great service I came here on the recommendation of my friend who also had a great experience buying a car there. John is an absolute blast to talk to and I highly r I came here on the recommendation of my friend who also had a great experience buying a car there. John is an absolute blast to talk to and I highly recommend anyone buys a car from him. The other staff members that I worked with were Gary and Armando who were also a pleasure to work with. All of them worked so hard to make sure I got the best possible deal on my car. Thank you so much A1 Toyota, I am so happy in my new car!!! More
by Kaydib9
July 02, 2018
Good, quick and convenient. Sebastian and Carlos did a great job setting me up with my car. It's my first car purchase so it's great that I had an easy and good experience. Sebastian and Carlos did a great job setting me up with my car. It's my first car purchase so it's great that I had an easy and good experience. More
by JKao
Employees Worked With
Carlos Orozco, Sebastian Tavarez
July 01, 2018
Excellent Care and Customer Service I have to give great credit to Kevin Wright! I went from a lease to buying a new car and he was amazing! If you are looking for a genuine, caring and I have to give great credit to Kevin Wright! I went from a lease to buying a new car and he was amazing! If you are looking for a genuine, caring and honest person when looking for a vehicle I highly recommend Kevin. He is a kind, no pressure kind of person that will do everything he can to meet your needs. If I did not move out of state I would most definitely go to Kevin again. Thank you Kevin! More
by Zoey57
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June 29, 2018
Excellent service. Best Dealer Good customer service and is the best price dealership a i like the one Prize dealership it’s very fair and simple process and they value the time and Good customer service and is the best price dealership a i like the one Prize dealership it’s very fair and simple process and they value the time and they’re very helpful people and very friendly More
by Bill2018
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Carlos Orozco
