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RARE COMBINATION OF HONESTY, QUALITY, THOUGHTFULNESS I discovered A-1 Toyota in searching for a trustworthy dealership, after the one that I had dealt with for years (also a family business, like A-1) wa I discovered A-1 Toyota in searching for a trustworthy dealership, after the one that I had dealt with for years (also a family business, like A-1) was purchased by a large corporation. Repeatedly, I was finding that the places that I was taking my car, whether it was the old dealership, the local repair facility, or the tire shop that I went to for an emissions test, were doing poor work or lying to me about what my car needed. On more than one occasion, a shop told me that my brakes or tires were perilously worn, or a rubber part of the undercarriage was torn and could pose a danger in driving. When I asked the guys at the family-owned tire store (Fetzer Tire) that I've used for over 20 years to check the condition out, they said that what I was told was a lie. In one case, a shop did repairs to a noisy exhaust system, for two hundred dollars, but in a month or two, the system was making a racket again. In 2008, after a drunk driver ran into my car and totaled it, I asked the husband of a friend of mine if he could recommend an honest and competent dealership anywhere in Fairfield, New Haven, or Hartford counties in Connecticut. He’s a former car design professional for Ford and, in more recent years, a sales rep for an auto company. After careful consideration and checking with colleagues, he recommended A-1. I followed his advice and bought a Prius from A-1. In the cab on my way to A-1 to pick up my new car, the cabdriver told me how satisfied the people he'd taken to or picked up from A-1 seemed to have been with the dealership over his years of working in the New Haven area. In my decade of dealings with A-1, everyone I dealt with there, including the salesman, Fariz ("Dado") Dadic (from whom I've now bought two Priuses), my various service reps, the contracts manager, and the checkout people, have always been friendly, informed, and helpful. It’s a testimony to the quality of the service staff and of the Prius itself that my first (2008) Prius now has over 318,000 miles on it, has never required a battery replacement or major engine repair, and is still running just fine -- so much so that I'm turning it over to my wife now. Not only have I never had any evidence that A-1 recommended or performed unnecessary work on my car, but at times a service rep has made a suggestion or an offer to me that saved me money -- when they could have recommended something unneeded or more expensive. It’s undoubtedly a sign of the quality of both the dealership’s management and its staff that every one of the four or five A-1 service reps that I’ve had over the years is still at A-1. Because of the friendliness and helpfulness of the people who work there (and because of the clean, bright, excellent facilities, including a little cafeteria and a wired Quiet Room), coming in for sales or service is always a pleasant experience (except, of course, when some expensive, normal maintenance is called for! -- and even then, the guys make it as painless as possible). With regard to my salesperson, ‘Dado,’ in particular, I understand that many people besides myself over the years have found him to be a person who, from the moment you meet him, conveys good will, honesty, and concern for your interests. When it recently became time for me to buy another car, I went to him, and he was helpful in various ways, making me aware of what cars and what incentives were available, introducing me to the cars' features, capabilities, and the add-on benefits (like Toyota Care free early maintenance, 21 days of free car washed, etc.). My current service rep, Mark Mastracchio, was also extremely helpful, with his knowledge of autos and different Toyota models' strengths, added features, and so on. When it came time for me to buy a car again, I didn't consider and wouldn't have considered going anywhere other than A-1. The combination of honesty, ability, and helpfulness that you get from its people is increasingly rare among car dealers and repair shops. This is both a review and an expression of thanks. More

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Great dealership great sales staff I’d like to start off by saying what a pleasant and painless experience I had shopping with Quincy at A1 Toyota. Not only is he extremely knowledgeabl I’d like to start off by saying what a pleasant and painless experience I had shopping with Quincy at A1 Toyota. Not only is he extremely knowledgeable friendly courteous and patient, he knows his stuff. He made me feel very comfortable and made me aware of all of my options including the lease option which I had previously never considered. He walked me through every step of the purchasing process including price trade in value warranties and accessories. After I decided on my totally awesome RAV4 adventure he gave me a full run down of the vehicle including all the buttons and gadgets and features. This was not my first experience with Quincy or at A1 Toyota. They were great when my mom purchased her Toyota and that played a major factor in my decision to not only return at A1 but specifically deal with Quincy. I couldn’t ask for a better experience and will definitely be back! More

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Easy and pleasant! Having worked with Ken Perrone for something like 40! Years, I obviously am very pleased with his service. Quincy answered all my questions and gave m Having worked with Ken Perrone for something like 40! Years, I obviously am very pleased with his service. Quincy answered all my questions and gave me a comprehensive overview of the many features in the new car. I was very impressed with his knowledge and communication skills. More

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Great car buying experience Look no further.... Very informative staff, super easy sales process and a great place to get your next car. Quincy was great and the process was seam Look no further.... Very informative staff, super easy sales process and a great place to get your next car. Quincy was great and the process was seamless. Friendly atmosphere- customer service is unparalleled. More

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Quincy Smith is superb! Quincy Smith, our A1 Toyota salesman last night for our 2018 RAV4 AWD Limited was extremely professional, competent, technically proficient and very h Quincy Smith, our A1 Toyota salesman last night for our 2018 RAV4 AWD Limited was extremely professional, competent, technically proficient and very helpful in the leasing process for our vehicle. He took care of all of the details behind the scenes, smoothly facilitating the transfer of plates, registering and all of the other fine-grained details. He explained everything and did not pressure in any way. More

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Excellent Service! My experience with A-1 Toyota was fantastic. Quincy was extremely kind, professional, and knowledgeable, and he helped guide me to my perfect vehicle! My experience with A-1 Toyota was fantastic. Quincy was extremely kind, professional, and knowledgeable, and he helped guide me to my perfect vehicle! Everyone at A-1 Toyota is friendly and ready to help their customers. More

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Awesome and great experience, very outstanding customer service and guaranteed customer satisfaction, the people are very welcoming and the service rendered and great experience, very outstanding customer service and guaranteed customer satisfaction, the people are very welcoming and the service rendered is beyond words, continue to be of service in a very unique and friendly way, thumbs up. More

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Excellent Love our new Toyota! Quincy was awesome! Highly recommend him and A1 Toyota. Answered all of our questions, very knowledgeable and no pressure. Thi Love our new Toyota! Quincy was awesome! Highly recommend him and A1 Toyota. Answered all of our questions, very knowledgeable and no pressure. This is our second vehicle we purchased at this dealership. Service department, especially Ken are the best! More

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consistency and excellent service Emerson is the best! Knowledgeable but not pushy, helps you to find what works best for you! He cares about the outcome. My experience at this deale Emerson is the best! Knowledgeable but not pushy, helps you to find what works best for you! He cares about the outcome. My experience at this dealership has resulted in three purchases over the years.. More

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Excelent service I am extremely satisfied with the A-1 family. This is our second car purchased from A-1 and when I was ready to purchase, I call Quincy. (never a seco I am extremely satisfied with the A-1 family. This is our second car purchased from A-1 and when I was ready to purchase, I call Quincy. (never a second thought) He is fantastic to talk to an his support in unsurpassed. I know that I can count on Quincy during the purchase and Ken for any needed service. Scott More

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