Do you know a good Chicagoland Prius dealer?

[MPGsnob]

Originally Posted by 911turbox50

They all seem a little shady!! I bought mine from Jermaine or Termaine?? He's a rookie salesman, i like to help the underdog!! His number is 312-981-5000. Pm me and ill give you his cell number...i think hes from the southside.... Hope this helps you out...

I would NOT buy ANYTHING (minus crack cocaine, if I were a druggie) from a whitesox fan.

If you dont mind driving south a few hours, KC SUMMERS in Mattoon is an amazing dealership.

[exbauer]

I got mine at Grossinger City Toyota (on Wells St. in Chicago) and couldn't be any happier. They gave me the cheapest price and nobody could match it...I shopped around. If you are interested in my salesman PM me.

[ctbering]

I have purchased my Prius at Orland Toyota. It is a very reputable dealer. I bought it at list price in April.I purchase there before. They informed me at the time other Toyota dealers were already charging over MSRP. I don't know what the current climate is in Chicago to buy this car but by the time I picked up in May the dealer told me all the salesmen kept lists of cstomers wanting Prius'.

[roadkill]

I agree that Kevin Fernquist at Grossinger Toyota North is worth talking to. However

AVOID GROSSINGER CITY TOYOTA AT ALL COST

Statement Regarding Grossinger City Toyota

July 30, 2009

Male salesman told me they had Prius 2 in Blue, Silver and White. I agreed to purchase Blue. Female finance person called me back and told me they only had black.

Accidentally called them back while going down a dealer list. Person who identified himself as Phil said they had Blue, Silver, White and Black. I agreed to purchase blue, provided info for financing. Deal on.

Called back, asked for Phil, told that nobody named Phil works there. Called back, told that Phil was on a test drive. Called back, told that Phil was with a customer. Called back, told there is no Phil.

Talked to impatient, condescending person who identified himeself as Ray the sales manager. Told me he was there when they called me to tell me black only. Told me they do have White, Silver, Black.

Asked to talk to adult in charge. Talked to Brian, who claimed to be general manager. Uninterested in the multiple failures I described. Brian says no employee named Phil.

Called back. Asked for Phil. Put on hold. Told that Phil was paged but he did not respond. Called back, talked to Ray. Ray bulls*itted me some more. Finally gave up.

Throughout this process, I was encouraged to come in immediately to do a deal. Searched for online reviews and found that my experience is not unusual. I now realize that their intent was to bait me to visit the dealership and switch me to another vehicle.

[DavidA]

Avoid Lombard and Westmont. Lombard seemed way too hungry for a sale and wouldn't even talk about ordering a car (meaning securing one from a future delivery).

Westmont salesman wanted to sell me a level VI. When I told him there was no VI, he told me not to believe everyone else. When discussing their incoming stock, I had to inform him the level I wasn't out yet as well (he was expecting those soon). Morons.

I ended up at Elmhurst. I paid full sticker, but there were no add-ons or heavy sales tactics (other than the obligitary visit to the office where they try to up your warranty to 7 years for another $985). I haven't yet had the car serviced, so the jury is out on that.

[KFERN]

Hello Chicago

As of 9-03-09 I have
Prius 4 Barcelona Red
Prius 4 Sandy Beach
Prius 5-NV Winter Gray
Prius 4-SR Barcelona Red

Kevin Fernquist 847-745-4426
Grossinger Toyota Sales Manager

[chrisj428]

I had an excellent buying experience with Allen at Libertyville Toyota. Very understanding & patient. Bob, the GM and Magda in Finance were also wonderful. Can't recommend them highly enough!

[rctech]

I purchased my 2010 Model III Sandy Beach from City Grossinger about 3 months ago, right before they moved to their new facilities (from Wells to Fremont, which is an awesome facility). Worked with Reuben, absolutly no problems, misdirections, or high pressure. Bought it for MSRP (minus the subsidy for my 13yr old clunker). No regrets.

rich