Alan Makabi | Page 61
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
Write a Review708 Reviews of Alan Makabi
September 08, 2015
Purchasing Experience I purchased a used ceritfied Tacoma working with Alan Makabi and had a good experience. It was apparent from the beginnning Alan was an experienced sa I purchased a used ceritfied Tacoma working with Alan Makabi and had a good experience. It was apparent from the beginnning Alan was an experienced salesmen and knew his product well. Alan worked with me on price and financing. We were able to reach a good price and I felt like I left the dealership paying a fair price for a quality vehicle. My questions were answered and I was sold a quality vehicle that will last me for years to come. More
Other Employees Tagged: Curt Wiedemeier
September 06, 2015
Great Experience at CR Toyota Alan M. made sure that all our questions were answered. Very low pressure and made sure that we got what we wanted. I would recommend Alan and CR Toyo Alan M. made sure that all our questions were answered. Very low pressure and made sure that we got what we wanted. I would recommend Alan and CR Toyota to anybody looking for a new or used Toyota. More
Other Employees Tagged: Curt Wiedemeier
August 26, 2015
Outstanding Experience I have worked with Alan on my last 2 toyota purchases and have been very happy with his level of customer service and getting to know him on a persona I have worked with Alan on my last 2 toyota purchases and have been very happy with his level of customer service and getting to know him on a personal level over the last 5 years. When our company decided to buy 2 new vehicles I never questioned where and who to buy from...Cedar Rapids Toyota and Alan Makabi. He was in tune to our business needs and how the cars would be used. We drive many miles each year so we went with the Avalon Hybrids. I love the new ride to work each day! Also want to thank Wendy Nelson is making the financing hassle free and answering all my questions and concerns. She was involved from the very beginning. I would recommend these two individuals for my next purchase and you should to. I know that if someone is looking for their next vehicle I will be sending them to see Alan and Wendy at Cedar Rapids Toyota in Hiawatha, IA. More
Other Employees Tagged: Wendy Nelson
August 24, 2015
Excellent Service, Fast and friendly! I bouth my very first brand new car! It has been awesome! We will continue to do business with Ceda Rapids Toyota. I am so impressed by the care an I bouth my very first brand new car! It has been awesome! We will continue to do business with Ceda Rapids Toyota. I am so impressed by the care and service I am getting there I drive 80 miles for their service team, all the way from Fairfield IA! More
Other Employees Tagged: Wendy Nelson , John Nus
August 21, 2015
What can I Say...GREAT SERVICE!!!!!! I've Been coming here since I bought my Yaris in 2007 and have always been treated with friendly,fast reliable,and courteous service. 138000 miles of I've Been coming here since I bought my Yaris in 2007 and have always been treated with friendly,fast reliable,and courteous service. 138000 miles of pure enjoyment!!!! Keep it up Toyota... More
Other Employees Tagged: Steve Lemke, Chris Griswold
August 20, 2015
Great Experience Buying here is always an uplifting experience, one I've had 3 times now. Each car has been a more pleasant one than the previous, and the 2015 RAV4 is Buying here is always an uplifting experience, one I've had 3 times now. Each car has been a more pleasant one than the previous, and the 2015 RAV4 is the best I've had yet. The folks here made the decision easy and yet never suggested any pressure - just answered questions honestly and clearly. More
Other Employees Tagged: Paul Speral, Wendy Nelson
August 15, 2015
Knew what I wanted, Alan M made it quick and easy Wanted a 4-door long bed Tacoma. Alan Makabi pointed me to a Certified Limited Tacoma which fit my budget and was definite upgrade in features. I es Wanted a 4-door long bed Tacoma. Alan Makabi pointed me to a Certified Limited Tacoma which fit my budget and was definite upgrade in features. I especially liked the whole dealerships respect for my time as well as their attitude. I drove 158 miles because of this truck and after this great experience will likely drive that again when time to trade in my Prius! Alan's use of texts and calls is very efficient. Bill in finance was speedy as well. More
Other Employees Tagged: Bill McArthur
August 13, 2015
Quick and sufficient. The salesman was very friendly and went over everything in the car. The financial guy was friendly and very quick on getting me out of there for an ap The salesman was very friendly and went over everything in the car. The financial guy was friendly and very quick on getting me out of there for an appointment. More
Other Employees Tagged: Curt Wiedemeier
August 09, 2015
Every good and informative Working with these people was very easy and they tried to please where ever possible. New vehicles are a new adventure and they tried to answer all qu Working with these people was very easy and they tried to please where ever possible. New vehicles are a new adventure and they tried to answer all questions AND left the door open to come back with any questions we might have. This is our second Sienna from this dealership. More
Other Employees Tagged: Gene Lytle
July 10, 2015
Great Buying Experience I purchased a certified pre-owned Camry last night, with the help of Alan who I had been emailing with a day or two prior to my visit. My fiance and I I purchased a certified pre-owned Camry last night, with the help of Alan who I had been emailing with a day or two prior to my visit. My fiance and I arrived and Alan had the vehicle pulled up ready for us to see. We took it for a drive, he showed us all of the features of the vehicle and then moved inside to see what we could work out. It was painless and simple. They were fair on the trade in and they were very fair on the new vehicle numbers. We were able to work together and get things where I wanted them to be without a bunch of hassle or haggling. Wendy in finance did an awesome job and made things easy. They were able to obtain my financing through my credit union, as I requested. No bumps in the road, everyone was nothing but helpful and pleasant. Would definitely recommend Alan, he's wonderful to work with. I recommend CR Toyota to anyone in the market. As a former Toyota Financial employee, these guys live up to the brand and the service you expect from Toyota! More
Other Employees Tagged: Wendy Nelson

