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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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Sales/Showroom
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 01, 2016
Great Experience From start to finish, Patrick was superb in handling my purchase. If you need a new car, this is the place to go. Best Dealer in town From start to finish, Patrick was superb in handling my purchase. If you need a new car, this is the place to go. Best Dealer in town More
by Karamo Kourouma
September 30, 2016
Great experience! I recently ended a lease from Honda to purchase a Rav4. A1 made this transition very easy. Danielle Taylor and Angel Ramos were very helpful and per I recently ended a lease from Honda to purchase a Rav4. A1 made this transition very easy. Danielle Taylor and Angel Ramos were very helpful and personable. Danielle even came in on her day off when I picked up my car. The dealership is honest and they are not pushy salesmen/women. More
by KristenM
September 29, 2016
Great experience. First time buyer. No hassle, quick, easy, & painless. Great staff, super friendly especially Kevin and Hatian. All said and done process with the deal First time buyer. No hassle, quick, easy, & painless. Great staff, super friendly especially Kevin and Hatian. All said and done process with the deal I wanted in 2 hours:) More
by Amandamarie0831
September 29, 2016
First New Car Patrick Campbell took a great deal of time to explain the A-1 buying process and answered all of my questions and concerns. He worked diligently to en Patrick Campbell took a great deal of time to explain the A-1 buying process and answered all of my questions and concerns. He worked diligently to ensure that I had the best buying experience, and followed through completely on everything. I had an excellent buying experience as a result of Patrick's attentiveness and hard work. I would extend Patrick and the A-1 team my highest recommendation. More
by Parrotheadpete
September 28, 2016
Quick service, great people, and an even better price! Our sales person, Quincy Smith, listened to our wants and needs for a new vehicle and was able to get us more than we wanted at the exact price we wer Our sales person, Quincy Smith, listened to our wants and needs for a new vehicle and was able to get us more than we wanted at the exact price we were looking to pay. The entire experience was pressure free and they gave us plenty of options to fit our needs. We will be shopping here for our next car! More
by Sciguyct
September 27, 2016
Easiest experience ever buying a new car! My experience was easy from start to finish. I went to A-1 knowing exactly what I wanted and what I hoped to pay. They worked with me to get the optio My experience was easy from start to finish. I went to A-1 knowing exactly what I wanted and what I hoped to pay. They worked with me to get the options I wanted, the color and all the extra features. The process was really very simple from start to finish. The salesman explained all the features of A-1 and was very congenial and pleasant to work with. I am extremely satisfied with my experience here More
by Marilyn110
September 26, 2016
Made me feel as part of the family This dealership is by far the best experience I've had shopping for cars with the best results, they went the extra mile to get us a great affordable This dealership is by far the best experience I've had shopping for cars with the best results, they went the extra mile to get us a great affordable deal , AWESOME!!!! More
by Nievesnieves2000
September 20, 2016
Exceeded my expectations! I gave an excellent rating for A-1"s Toyota's sales Representative Kevin Wright because he exceeded my expectations! I am completely happy with my Toy I gave an excellent rating for A-1"s Toyota's sales Representative Kevin Wright because he exceeded my expectations! I am completely happy with my Toyota Corolla! I will recommend any family, friend or co-worker to A-1 Toyota! More
by ratedeal14
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September 17, 2016
Efficient, professional, accommodating & friendly! A-1 Toyota is a great place to purchase a car! The staff is friendly, efficient, professional and accommodating! Over the years, I purchased 3 cars fr A-1 Toyota is a great place to purchase a car! The staff is friendly, efficient, professional and accommodating! Over the years, I purchased 3 cars from A-1 and would never consider going any where else! Thank you, A-1, for your great service. More
by Maureen
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September 16, 2016
Great experience Had a great experience from start to finish. They us the information we needed, gave us a fair offer on our trade in, and provided friendly quality se Had a great experience from start to finish. They us the information we needed, gave us a fair offer on our trade in, and provided friendly quality service. They made the process of buying a car stress free and easy. I have already recommended a friend! More
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