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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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December 14, 2020

Clean establishment and kind people that work there. Cute cat’s and good snack’s and beer coozie’s. Hand sanitizer for your covid needs. More

by Maizemaximus
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Tim Border
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December 12, 2020

Excellent service and gained a lot of helpful insight and help as first time car buyers. Thank you so much for all of your assistance. More

by Kathryn Ebbers
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December 11, 2020

Smooth process, Nils made everything easy from start to finish. The whole team was great to work with throughout the process. I highly recommend them if you’re need to size up or down your vehicle. More

by Antonioperez77
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Chad Piefer
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December 11, 2020

It was a pleasure to do business with Tim! Drove over 800 miles to pick up the truck I purchased. The truck exceeded my expectations, I would highly recommend The dealership! Thank you, I very happy customer More

by ajwalter48
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December 11, 2020

Thank you Tim. Talk about a soft sell. Now is the time to get the book out and see what this Focus can do. It was a nice visit both times I came in. Hopefully others will read all the good things being said More

by genesisofrockford
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December 10, 2020

I have driven by this place many times so when we were in the market for a van I popped them up on the internet. They a a LOT of inventory on the lot and very friendly cats to greet you outside and in! Tim B More

by shannon.allbaugh
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Chad Piefer
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December 08, 2020

Awesome to work with!!!Highly recommend! Will buy from Awesome to work with!!! Highly recommend! Will buy from here again! Thank you guys so much!!!!!!!!! People need to shop here first wii save alot of More

by Sandra.mashaw
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December 01, 2020

After meeting Nils Sandstorm I am reassured that there are some caring and honest car salesman. The purchase of my Jeep was done in a very professional manner. Nils is very knowledgeable of the cars he se More

by Kirk.shenberger
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Chad Piefer
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November 30, 2020

Tim was great to work with! He was very kind and professional. I also love that he left a little thank-you note and gift for me in my car once I had purchased it. I’ve never heard of a salesperson d More

by elizabethjboettner
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Chad Piefer
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November 23, 2020

Nils did a great job helping us purchase a vehicle. He kept us informed when new inventory came in meeting our criteria. Thanks again Nils ! More

by Michelle
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