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J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville

Cedarville, IL

4.9
1,205 Reviews
Since 1952, J.H. Barkau & Sons has served the Northern Illinois, Southern Wisconsin stateline area for their automotive needs. We can proudly boast to over 70,000 customers in those years and have had thousands of customers purchase multiple vehicles and generations of families that have allowed us to serve them. When John H. Barkau founded the business, his goal was to bring quality, affordable transportation to the local area. Jim (2nd generation), Rick (3rd generation), and Willie (3rd generation) Barkau have continued in that tradition while expanding our marketplace to be worldwide. We have had vehicles shipped to Russia, Sweden, Australia, Turkey, Mexico and many other locations. We have vehicles purchased by customers in 49 states and commonly have customers fly in to pick up their new vehicles. In all of this, it has been a pleasure for the Barkau family to help fulfill the transportation needs of a varied clientele. J.H. Barkau & Sons has accomplished this feat by continuing to offer quality, hand-picked vehicles at very competitive prices. We believe in offering our customers an incredible selection that is second to none, with over 1100 vehicles available for purchase. We believe in a no pressure sales environment and in quality reconditioning of our inventory selection. Our sales teams at our Cedarville and Freeport stores each have over a century of experience in helping fill the needs of our vast customer base. The funny part is, we remember a lot of you years later and we are genuinely happy to see you. But selling cars is not all that we do. We believe in supporting the local community through donations, Toy Drives, Food Drives and many other local charities and fundraisers. We also run the “Excellerate” program for Aquin Catholic Schools and have facilitated over 113 donated vehicles. That may be part of the reason that we have been voted the “Best In Region” Used Car Dealership for 15 straight years. Great vehicles, great people, great exp
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200 North Stephenson Street

Cedarville, IL

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January 21, 2025

Nils was great. Tried one vehicle wasn't sure. He found out what was important to us and directed us to the van. Love it. More

by arendt5
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Nils Sandstrom
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Dylan Toelke
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January 21, 2025

Joe went above and beyond to assist me in finding a pickup truck and the ambulance that J H Barkau had in inventory. From the moment I stepped into J H BARKAU Car Dealership, I knew I was in for a spec More

by michael.merrell
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JOE BAKER
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January 19, 2025

Nils was amazing and very knowledgeable! Very polite and helpful! He is the very best! More

by janshenberger
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January 16, 2025

They went above and beyond for a second time for me! ! This is the 2nd car I bought and they were all great. If you’re looking for a good place with respectful ppl this is where to go!! Thank Barkau and More

by $Alyssa123
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Tim Border
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Korey Korosec
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January 16, 2025

We have purchased the last few vehicles at Barkau and been very happy each time. This time we met Mr Borders at the Cedarville store. All of our salespeople have been great but Mr Tim is a step above. Ve More

by R_wallace71
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January 13, 2025

Tim made my first car buying experience amazing. He was patient with me and help me through the process. I’m very happy with my purchase. More

by cierrah51806
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Korey Korosec
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January 09, 2025

Tim was very helpful. I avoid shopping for cars because in the past salespeople have been pushy and condescending. Tim took the time to listen to what I needed and allow More

by busjahn
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Korey Korosec
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January 05, 2025

Tim and his associates were very nice to work with and the vehicle we went to see was exactly as stated online. It was a quick process from the test drive to the paperwork. Will definitely be back! More

by Joe
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Korey Korosec
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January 02, 2025

The transaction was smooth and seamless. No pressure I would definitely check with them first when I’m looking for a vehicle More

by moprop1
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Chad Piefer
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JOE BAKER
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December 31, 2024

Tim was excellent to work with. Good and fast communication, everything was as expected and on time. More

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