Alan Makabi | Page 41
Website and Digital Manager
Cedar Rapids Toyota
1190 Boyson Rd
Hiawatha, IA 52233
Born in Peoria IL and relocated to Cedar Rapids in 97’ with my wife Myrna, we started our family. Jasmine is now 26 and Jacob is 19 so you can imagine never a dull moment at our house. For pets, I have 2 aquatic turtles that beg for food whenever I am near the 55 gal tank that is stocked with several oversized Goldfish that now resemble Koi. My other pastime pleasure is cooking and thanks to my very thoughtful wife Myrna who bought me a smoker, I have acquired a love for smoked meats adding a layer to my waist line if you know what I mean. I have always been focused on taking care of customers and the last 19+ years I have spent in the car industry working on this 1 customer at a time. I take pride in having the privilege of running our internet team and being able to change the perception of how easy and hassle free a car buying experience can really be. A big THANK YOU to all my past customers and look forward to assisting all the future ones.
Read moreDealership Experience
20 yrs, 3 mos
Industry Experience
22 yrs, 9 mos
Specialties & Trainings
Leasing Consultant
Toyota Certified
BDC Work shop
College Grad and Active Military info
708 Reviews
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March 13, 2018
Best Car Buying Experience Ever! Alan Makabi was great to work with when buying our first Toyota. He made sure we were completely happy with our purchase. We will definitely tell ou Alan Makabi was great to work with when buying our first Toyota. He made sure we were completely happy with our purchase. We will definitely tell our family and friends to visit with Alan when looking for a new car. More
March 03, 2018
Efficient Web Purchase I used the web to see what was offered for a replacement for my wife's 2012 Hyundai. This was after evaluating vehicles that met my criteria in Con I used the web to see what was offered for a replacement for my wife's 2012 Hyundai. This was after evaluating vehicles that met my criteria in Consumers Report. I also researched the Consumer Reports for small size SUV as a replacement for my Subaru Forester. Further evaluated the selected models on NHTSA website. I then did a web search of 3 manufacturer's dealers in the Cedar Valley Corridor. I contacted each with inquiry on their website. I was able to converse with the representative at 2 dealerships, both Toyota. I talked with Alan and put a hold on the listed vehicle. Next morning I went down to the CR Toyota with the inventory listing and a firm price from Alan Makabi. I test drove the Toyota Corolla LE and was impressed with the car, its features and rebate offer. Trade price was acceptable for the 2012 Hyundai. After the purchase was made I heard from the other dealer that day but still did not have a firm price from the previous evening. I test drove the Rav4 that same day and arranged for purchase the next day with a firm price, drove the Corolla LE home and returned next day with the trade in Subaru. Alan was meticulous in explaining the vehicles to me along with their safety features. I test drove both in a suitable nearby road circuit that allowed evaluation of both roadability on rough road and highway conditions. The service department was neat with clean floors and the customers awaiting service were positive about the Toyota brand being loyal repeat customers. Dealer location was close to Waterloo and with easy off highway access. Positives Clear inventory record and intuitive use of website for navigation Set price that was reasonable Rebate from manufacturer at time that I was considering purchase. Fair evaluation and offer for trade ins Alan went over the pricing and features of both vehicles before trade in was evaluated. Wendy Nelson and Curt Wiedemeier handled the licensing registration and financials. Everyone was professional and courteous. Low stress environment to allow a complete explanation and understanding of all options including leasing alternative. More
Other Employees Tagged: Wendy Nelson , Curt Wiedemeier
February 23, 2018
Great experience We had a great experience buying the car. Alan was personable and accommodating. He tried to make things as fast as possible and and gave us a good de We had a great experience buying the car. Alan was personable and accommodating. He tried to make things as fast as possible and and gave us a good deal for the car we purchased. More
February 20, 2018
Fantastic My experience at Cedar Rapids Toyota was great. Everyone is very friendly and helpful. Alan was great in helping me learn about all of the new feature My experience at Cedar Rapids Toyota was great. Everyone is very friendly and helpful. Alan was great in helping me learn about all of the new features the Camry has. More
Other Employees Tagged: Curt Wiedemeier
February 16, 2018
Top notch service and sale From my first inquiry on the Internet, until I signed for my new truck, Alan Makabi was on his game. Prompt answers to my questions, and his numbers w From my first inquiry on the Internet, until I signed for my new truck, Alan Makabi was on his game. Prompt answers to my questions, and his numbers worked the first time, no bs back and forth. The dealership was sparkling and the staff was friendly. Curt in finance had his spiel down pat and was very informational and low pressure. This was my first Toyota purchase, we'll be back soon for a new car for the wife. Can't stress enough how professional the CR Toyota crew was. More
Other Employees Tagged: Curt Wiedemeier
February 09, 2018
Great experiennce!!! Alan was awesome to work with. From our first introduction to delivery, Alan was an ultimate professional and made sure that we were comfortable with Alan was awesome to work with. From our first introduction to delivery, Alan was an ultimate professional and made sure that we were comfortable with every decision along the way More
January 23, 2018
New Highlander We had s great experience working with CR Toyota. We had spoke with Alan Makabi in the morning on the phone, discussed what we were looking for and by We had s great experience working with CR Toyota. We had spoke with Alan Makabi in the morning on the phone, discussed what we were looking for and by 4pm had purchased our new vehicle and drove it home. Alan was great to work with. Very knowledgeable, helpful and easy to talk to. We never felt pressured to buy and felt we got a great deal. Thanks Alan!! More
January 19, 2018
Exceptional Customer Service Alan was more than helpful while selling me my new car. He listened to what my interests were and fulfilled them. He made the process quick and easy s Alan was more than helpful while selling me my new car. He listened to what my interests were and fulfilled them. He made the process quick and easy so I was in and out and happy in a timely manner. Overall, my experience at this dealship was great!!! More
January 17, 2018
Great people to work with I was skeptical of driving so far from my house to get the truck I wanted. Cedar Rapids Toyota went over and beyond to make sure I have the truck I wa I was skeptical of driving so far from my house to get the truck I wanted. Cedar Rapids Toyota went over and beyond to make sure I have the truck I wanted. More
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