Nils Sandstrom
Nils Sandstrom at J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville
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Salesman-Cedarville Store

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville

200 North Stephenson Street
Cedarville, IL 61013

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4.9
310 Reviews

I was voted 2017 Best Car Salesperson by the Freeport Journal! I was born-and-raised here in Freeport and I have a beautiful wife and two great children. I have been selling cars for the last 31 years and have loved every second of it. I enjoy meeting new people and working hard to ensure that they are completely satisfied with their Vehicle purchase. I'm very involved in the community and serve as a member of Kiwanis International, Knights of Columbus, Eagles Club, Kiwanis and Elks Club. Contact me if you are looking for a great car buying experience!

Dealership Experience

31 yrs, 2 mos

Industry Experience

37 yrs, 9 mos

4.9

310 Reviews

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310 Reviews of Nils Sandstrom

March 31, 2024

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Thank you for a flawless, easy process every time! The entire Team is great to work with and knowledgeable. Special shout out to Nils for being available any time we've reached out! More

by S Perkins
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Apr 05, 2024

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville responded

We're thrilled to hear every visit has been a flawless, easy ride. That's a testament to the whole team's dedication to smooth sailing (or should we say, smooth shifting?). A special shoutout to Nils for always being there when you need him!

March 30, 2024

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We were in a position where we needed to purchase a different vehicle after hitting a rather large buck that demolished the front end of the car we had had for 17 years. It was going to cost too much More

by papas4bees
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Other Employees Tagged: Matthew Meyers

Apr 05, 2024

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville responded

Ouch, sounds like that buck got totaled! We're so sorry to hear about your car, but glad you weren't hurt. It's awesome that you trusted J.H. Barkau after your great service experiences in the shop. Thrilled to hear Nils helped you find the perfect replacement ride – that's what we call shifting gears into a positive situation. Thanks for the kind words, and of course, the shoutout to Nils. We hope you never need another car due to unfortunate deer encounters, but if you do, Nils will be waiting with a friendly wave and a full tank of car-buying expertise. Welcome back to the J.H. Barkau family, and next time you're cruising by for service or just wanna chat (deer-free topics preferred!), swing by and see us!

March 18, 2024

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Nils was amazing to work with. This is the second car he sold me and I would highly recommend him!! More

by Cassidynicole0916
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Apr 05, 2024

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville responded

Repeat customer alert! We love hearing that Nils knocked it out of the park again for you. Selling you not just one, but two cars - that's some serious loyalty magic! Nils is definitely a superstar on our team, and we highly recommend him too. Thanks for the shoutout, and next time you're cruising for a hat trick (third car from Nils!), be sure to stop by and see him! We'll have the checkered flag ready!

March 13, 2024

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Very informative. Both Nils and Corey are rated a 10. Would recommend J H Barkau to everyone that needs a vehicle More

by martians10
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Other Employees Tagged: Korey Korosec

Apr 05, 2024

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville responded

Nils and Corey are definitely all-stars on our team. We're pumped they could steer you in the right direction and give you all the info you needed to find the perfect vehicle. Sounds like they deserved their five star ratings! Thanks for spreading the word, and next time you cruise by, be sure to wave to Nils and Corey!

March 12, 2024

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This dealer required a $500 UNREFUNDABLE deposit in order to hold the car until we could get to them and test drive it. We live in Wisconsin; they're in Illinois. And the deposit as UNREFUNDABLE!!! Who does More

by daniel_carol_smith
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Mar 13, 2024

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville responded

Hello Daniel, We are sorry that this happened and after review, we are hoping that we can work through this and be able to move forward. Deposits are refundable if you don’t take the vehicle, there must have been a misunderstanding, we are not going to keep your money for a no-sale. The vehicle in question was sold as was discussed with you that there was interest in the vehicle. After the vehicle had been sold we have been trying to get in contact with you from our sales representative Nils. He is ready to go over this information as again we will not hold your money if there is not a sale. Please reach out to discuss this further if you would like to come in contact with our team and we would also be more than happy to find you something else!

March 04, 2024

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Great service excellent job love everything and almost the car awesome customer service great place More

by hodgestay4
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Apr 19, 2024

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville responded

That's music to our ears! We strive for excellence at Barkau's, and hearing you love everything from the car itself to the customer service makes our day.

March 04, 2024

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So wasn't even actually planning on getting a car that day. But seen the car, test drove it, and loved it. And thanks to Nils (salesman) the process was so easy and hassle free. We ended up leaving with t More

by pehls4ever
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Apr 19, 2024

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville responded

Now that's what we call a win-win! Sometimes you just walk in for a browse and fate has other plans. Thrilled to hear the car you saw online translated perfectly to an amazing test drive. Sounds like Nils is a master matchmaker – first car, perfect fit! Huge kudos to him for making the buying process so easy and stress-free. That same-day drive-off feeling is unbeatable! Thanks for choosing Barkau's, and a big thanks to Nils for making it such a smooth experience!

February 28, 2024

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Everyone took care of my needs when looking for a newer vehicle. I love my car More

by pburris418
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Mar 01, 2024

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville responded

Fantastic to hear, and congratulations on your new car! We appreciate you taking the time to review your experience. It sounds like our team did a great job understanding your needs and finding the perfect vehicle for you. We take pride in our customer service, and your feedback lets us know we're on the right track. Enjoy your new car and all the exciting adventures it will take you on!

February 22, 2024

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Barkau's is a trusted used car dealership we turn to first. It's always a pleasure working with them and salesman Nils Sandstrom. More

by SLRios
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Other Employees Tagged: Korey Korosec

Apr 19, 2024

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville responded

Hey thanks a bunch for the kind words! We here at Barkau's appreciate the business, and it's always a pleasure working with fellow car folks too. Nils is definitely a top-notch salesman, glad you had a good experience with him! If you ever need anything in the future, don't be a stranger!

February 22, 2024

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I am a first time car owner and I really appreciated everyone explaining everything to me. I felt educated and ready for my purchase. Thank you! More

by anna17marinello
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Other Employees Tagged: Tim Border

Mar 01, 2024

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville responded

We're thrilled to hear that your first car-buying experience was filled with helpful explanations and support! It can be a little intimidating as a first-time owner, so it means the world to know our team helped you feel informed and confident in your purchase. Congrats on becoming a car owner, and we hope you enjoy many happy journeys!

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