Alan Makabi | Page 53
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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January 16, 2017
Easy and relaxed My car-buying experience at Toyota went seamlessly. Alan was relaxed and did pressure me into the sale. He allowed me the time I needed to make a deci My car-buying experience at Toyota went seamlessly. Alan was relaxed and did pressure me into the sale. He allowed me the time I needed to make a decision. Also, although my husband accompanied me, Alan recognized and respected me as the buyer, addressing his questions and attention to me, not my husband. I'd definitely seek out Alan again. More
Other Employees Tagged: Curt Wiedemeier
January 16, 2017
Excellent dealership and staff! My Wife and I went in for just a test drive, but Alan Makabi and Bill McArthur turned what usually is a nightmare situation into a very smooth and ple My Wife and I went in for just a test drive, but Alan Makabi and Bill McArthur turned what usually is a nightmare situation into a very smooth and pleasant experience. I usually hate the whole car shopping and purchasing process, but this was the easiest truck purchase I have ever made. I will highly recommend Cedar Rapids Toyota to everyone. I know where I will purchase a Highlander from in the near future. Thank you again Alan and Bill for a great car buying experience. More
Other Employees Tagged: Bill McArthur
January 11, 2017
best experience EVER in purchasing a vehicle Alan Makabi and Curt Wiedemeir made what is usually a stressful and intimidating experience for us in the past when purchasing a vehicle, effortless a Alan Makabi and Curt Wiedemeir made what is usually a stressful and intimidating experience for us in the past when purchasing a vehicle, effortless and painless. Answered all of our questions without the pressured sales attack. Did what was best for US. We will recommend them in the future for sure. More
Other Employees Tagged: Curt Wiedemeier
January 02, 2017
Toyota Corrola Internet Purchase Salesman walked me through all the features of the car which helped to validate my selection. Test drive with salesman allowed me to experience what w Salesman walked me through all the features of the car which helped to validate my selection. Test drive with salesman allowed me to experience what was explained. Purchase experience was expedited and quick. A tour of the facility was nice touch as it allowed me to familiarize myself with the layout and how service department works. I will be doing business with these guys again. More
Other Employees Tagged: Curt Wiedemeier
January 02, 2017
Fun and Easy experience The salesman was nice, fun and informative with all my questions. Was easy to work with and followed up with me on every concern. Great experience. The salesman was nice, fun and informative with all my questions. Was easy to work with and followed up with me on every concern. Great experience. More
Other Employees Tagged: Wendy Nelson
December 31, 2016
Great Dealership, Great Experience! This was one of the best experiences we've had at a car dealership. While the vehicle we were originally going to test drive was sold prior to us arr This was one of the best experiences we've had at a car dealership. While the vehicle we were originally going to test drive was sold prior to us arriving at the dealership, Stefan kept us updated and suggested an alternative. We were very impressed with Stefan's demeanor and his knowledge of all things Toyota! We also worked with Alan, who was very down to earth and an absolute pleasure to work with as well. Because of our excellent experience with these guys, we know who to call for our next vehicle purchase. We wanted to thank Toyota of Cedar Rapids for such a positive experience! More
Other Employees Tagged: Stefan Christensen
December 27, 2016
In - Out and On Our Way! We went in looking for a certain vehicle - that vehicle had been sold the day before. Alan Makabi was awesome! He found us a similar vehicle in a shor We went in looking for a certain vehicle - that vehicle had been sold the day before. Alan Makabi was awesome! He found us a similar vehicle in a short amount of time. We got to the dealership at 4 and we were driving away in our new to us Highlander less than 2 hours later (we had a complicated 2 for 1 trade!). Curt in the finance office was funny and made the paperwork go quickly! I had been on/off bothering Alan about different vehicles since September - he was always patient and kind and answered all of my questions! This is our second vehicle purchased from CR Toyota and once again they hit a home run! More
Other Employees Tagged: Mike Leuenburger , Curt Wiedemeier
December 25, 2016
Alan is very helpful in my search for 2017 Tacoma trd pro. My name is Ying, I was very excited when Toyota announced that they were going to release a 2017 Tacoma trd pro. I called many toyota dealerships near My name is Ying, I was very excited when Toyota announced that they were going to release a 2017 Tacoma trd pro. I called many toyota dealerships near where I live to put in an order for a trd pro. For some reasons they were not able to order one for me. So, in December I went to Cedar Rapids Toyota website and made a search for a trd pro. The result came back with one in stock, but it wasn't in the color that I prefer. I inquired about the trd pro and asked Cedar Rapids Toyota if they can order one for me in the color that I preferred. Alan responded to my inquiry in a timely manner; stating that he can put in an order for me. This was the first positive result to my search for a trd pro; I was ecstatic. To make my story short, Alan provides an excellent and a wonderful services in my search for a trd pro. Alan go above and beyond his duty to get what his customers want. Alan even called and texted me from his home just to keep me posted on my oder. Thank you Alan for your time and assistant in my search for a trd pro. I highly recommend Alan and Cedar Rapids Toyota for your next purchase of a Toyota vehicles. More
December 24, 2016
Absolutely awesome Alan is awesome to work with. He was funny, very kind, honest, helpful, and just overall great. He asked me what I felt comfortable paying and he made Alan is awesome to work with. He was funny, very kind, honest, helpful, and just overall great. He asked me what I felt comfortable paying and he made it happen. It is so important to have a great relationship with a sales consultant at a dealership. Buying a car is a huge financial commitment and I felt completely secure in my decision. My husband and I have bought 7 vehicles over the past 23 years at Cedar Rapids Toyota. In a couple months when our lease is up, we will return to the dealership for another one. While the cars themselves are dependable and quality, the people themselves are the top of the line. Special thanks to Curt in financing as well who was kind, helpful, honest, and also went the extra mile. Is it wrong to want to hug your sales consultant and finance manager? More
Other Employees Tagged: Curt Wiedemeier
December 19, 2016
Bought a used Tundra Great truck. Even with the fan control knob that broke right after I picked it up. On the eve of a -15° weekend. But Alan replaced it first thing Mond Great truck. Even with the fan control knob that broke right after I picked it up. On the eve of a -15° weekend. But Alan replaced it first thing Monday morning and I was on my way. More
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