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J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville
Cedarville, IL
1,178 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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Sales/Showroom
Monday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday Closed
Service
Monday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Sunday Closed
Parts
Monday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Sunday Closed
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March 02, 2024
I had a great experience dealing with Tim. He came highly recommended and I would gladly purchase from him and Barkau’s again. He came highly recommended and I would gladly purchase from him and Barkau’s again. More
by Cam1297
February 29, 2024
Our experience with Barkau Auto in Cedarville was top notch. Tim B was very knowledgeable of the inventory and listened to our needs. We highly recommend Barkau if looking for a quality used vehicle. notch. Tim B was very knowledgeable of the inventory and listened to our needs. We highly recommend Barkau if looking for a quality used vehicle. More
by doug.lin.engle
February 29, 2024
Everyone took care of my needs when looking for a newer vehicle. I love my car vehicle. I love my car More
by pburris418
February 22, 2024
I am a first time car owner and I really appreciated everyone explaining everything to me. I felt educated and ready for my purchase. Thank you! everyone explaining everything to me. I felt educated and ready for my purchase. Thank you! More
by anna17marinello
February 22, 2024
This was a very pleasant and accommodating experience. My trade in car stalled along the road and within 10 minutes the Barkau tow guy was there to take it to the dealership in Cedarville. This certainl My trade in car stalled along the road and within 10 minutes the Barkau tow guy was there to take it to the dealership in Cedarville. This certainly met my expectations and it couldn’t have worked out better than it did! They had the car I was looking for and answered every question I could ask. This was a very pleasant experience with no pressure put on the buyer. Based off this experience, I would highly recommend this dealership to other potential buyers. Thank you, Dylan for the pleasant experience and help and for your military service to the U.S.A. I very much appreciate your help today! More
by RJV
February 22, 2024
Barkau's is a trusted used car dealership we turn to first. It's always a pleasure working with them and salesman Nils Sandstrom. first. It's always a pleasure working with them and salesman Nils Sandstrom. More
by SLRios
February 19, 2024
It is always a great experience when go to Barkau & Son’s in Cedarville. We love working with Tim Border - he is always going the extra steps to help yiu find the right vehicle. in Cedarville. We love working with Tim Border - he is always going the extra steps to help yiu find the right vehicle. More
by dstorybook
February 17, 2024
We drove two hours to see a vehicle we found on the internet. Since we were that far away we couldn't get to the dealership for a few days. Tim gave me all the information I requested and kept me up to internet. Since we were that far away we couldn't get to the dealership for a few days. Tim gave me all the information I requested and kept me up to date on the vehicle's availability. When we got to the dealership he had the truck waiting for us to drive. Tim was polite, respectful and was great to deal with. He made the car buying experience easy and stress free. My son had a great experience purchasing his first vehicle. I wouldn't hesitate to deal with Tim and J H Barkau in the future. More
by horsenut7071
February 17, 2024
Nils and the rest of the team were wonderful to work with. As repeat customers of Barkau Automotive, we are happy and satisfied with the deal we made and with our new vehicle. Thanks again to Nils and with. As repeat customers of Barkau Automotive, we are happy and satisfied with the deal we made and with our new vehicle. Thanks again to Nils and the team. More
by Nadeane
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Did not see the name listed who did our financial work but he was excellent!
February 15, 2024
Flew into O-hare and driver (Tom. ..nice guy) picked me up and brought me to dealership.Car was in great shape just as (Nil's... salesman) described it.Everything went smoothly with no ..nice guy) picked me up and brought me to dealership.Car was in great shape just as (Nil's... salesman) described it.Everything went smoothly with no surprises.Would definitely recommend this dealership!! More
by cevoel
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