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J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville
Cedarville, IL
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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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
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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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July 09, 2020
Wonderful customer service Zach and Adam were both wonderful to work with -- very friendly, knowledgeable, and they went out of their way to find the perfect vehicle and financi Zach and Adam were both wonderful to work with -- very friendly, knowledgeable, and they went out of their way to find the perfect vehicle and financing for our needs. Highly recommended! More
by Nik
July 08, 2020
Nils and Barkau are the best.!!!!! I have never been to a dealership quite like Baukau. Nils took such good care of me in purchasing my car and Chad did all my paper work like a maste I have never been to a dealership quite like Baukau. Nils took such good care of me in purchasing my car and Chad did all my paper work like a master. These are very professional, friendly people. It was hard for me to make the decision to give up my Silver Baby but I am so happy with my Kia. And I know I am gonna have a long and happy relationship with my Kia ,Nils and Barkau. Thank you all. More
by Nanam2
June 28, 2020
We have worked with Nils on four auto purchases over the last 20 years. Highly recommend him and Barkau. Prices are always competitive and always a large selection. last 20 years. Highly recommend him and Barkau. Prices are always competitive and always a large selection. More
by Paul
June 23, 2020
I am happy with my purchase. Nils and the rest of the I am happy with my purchase. Nils and the rest of the staff made the whole transaction run smoothly and quickly. Over the years I have purchased m I am happy with my purchase. Nils and the rest of the staff made the whole transaction run smoothly and quickly. Over the years I have purchased many vehicles and, by far, this was the easiest. I highly recommend Barkau and Nils. More
by swalt1202
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May 27, 2020
Amazing service and helped me find what I was exactly looking for! Couldn’t be happier! I would definitely recommend for anyone looking to buy a good reliable car! looking for! Couldn’t be happier! I would definitely recommend for anyone looking to buy a good reliable car! More
by brianginn2019
April 22, 2020
I LOVE LOVE LOVE my new car! Nils was very helpful getting me started to using all of the features it has. He was very patient with me and I really appreciated that. Thank you SO much! getting me started to using all of the features it has. He was very patient with me and I really appreciated that. Thank you SO much! More
by jmdickman
April 17, 2020
Nils is awesome to work with! We were stressing on finding the right truck and one drive through the lot made our decision easy. Thanks again! finding the right truck and one drive through the lot made our decision easy. Thanks again! More
by Bentley
March 15, 2020
Found vehicle and service to be what I needed, was treated well and assisted immediately, you can’t beat that! Will be back to buy again! treated well and assisted immediately, you can’t beat that! Will be back to buy again! More
by toddhastings39
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Jack in Service center and the mechanic who worked on this vehicle
March 06, 2020
Hey, i cant say enough good words about the dealership. My salesman Nils , Willie Barkau, Adam. Were all very helpful as they are every time i buy a car there. The service department has always been great My salesman Nils , Willie Barkau, Adam. Were all very helpful as they are every time i buy a car there. The service department has always been great to me as well. Jamie the service mgr. has always treated me right and does his best to help me resolve any issues with my car . they have a good parts mgr. To back them up. Randy is pleasant and knowledgable and always willing to help me. The mechanics i have had contact with have all been polite , knowledgeable and helpful as well. Id say a very well rounded dealership with plenty of nice vehicles to choose from. Hats off to Willie and the whole crew!!! More
by smithb1963
March 05, 2020
I would recommend this car dealership to anybody. They are there for me when I need them. Nils Sandstrom is an exceptional car salesman. Great service..great experience. are there for me when I need them. Nils Sandstrom is an exceptional car salesman. Great service..great experience. More
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