Basil Silas | Page 23
Sales
Budds' Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC
410 South Service Road West
Oakville, ON L6K 2H4
Basil was born in New Delhi, India and has lived in Kenya and Uganda throughout his life. His grandfather was a doctor and his father retired an aeronautical engineer. Basil himself is the widowed father of two wonderful twin sons, Ryan and Neil. Basil enjoys working in the auto industry as he believes the sky is the limit; he has recently sold some cars on-line to customers which he found a very interesting experience. Being candid, truthful and sincere are characteristics Basil feels makes a strong salesperson, all three of which he demonstrates. Although Basil is a peaceful and calm man, don't think that he hasn't had some wild encounters. Basil has come face to face on three separate occasions when he was in east Africa, with a lion, an elephant and a hippo! He also survived an armed carjacking in Nairobi!
Read moreDealership Experience
16 yrs, 8 mos
Industry Experience
24 yrs, 4 mos
Specialties & Trainings
2019 Bronze
2017 Gold , 2018 Bronze
2016 Silver Award Winner
"Sales and Marketing Guild" General Motors 4 Years Bornze ( 2011. 2012, 2013, 2014 ) and 2015 Silver award winner
Employee Video
552 Reviews
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February 26, 2019
Amazing experience Budds CHEVROLET is the best deal in town and surrounding area great service department as well. Basil our salesman worked hard to get us the best pric Budds CHEVROLET is the best deal in town and surrounding area great service department as well. Basil our salesman worked hard to get us the best price possible More
Other Employees Tagged: Rob Powell , Shane Maginnis
February 15, 2019
First Class Dealership This is my second Cadillac from Budds’ Chev Cadillac in Oakville. All car dealers should take a few tips from Budds’. I returned to see Basil Silas wh This is my second Cadillac from Budds’ Chev Cadillac in Oakville. All car dealers should take a few tips from Budds’. I returned to see Basil Silas who was the same salesperson that sold me my first Cadillac. Unlike other dealers who have an extraordinary turnover rate, Budds’ does not which is a good sign for a dealership, or any company for that matter. Anyway, Basil is very knowledgeable on the Cadillac brand, explained every detail to me about my new car as well as well as setting up my OnStar service with me. He even insisted on pairing my cell phone to my car for what he said were safety reasons. Covered everything from A-Z. I would also like to give praise to Rob Powell as well as Shane Maginnis for their excellent service too! One last person I would like to give praise is the Cadillac concierge, Juan Orozco. Juan is a main reason why I purchased my second Cadillac at Budds’. To the owners at Budds’: please look after Juan because he is your most prized asset there. You are all great but Juan is your after sales person and he looks after us with class, integrity and respect. Thank you for another great experience purchasing from you! More
Other Employees Tagged: Rob Powell, Juan Orozco , Shane Maginnis
February 13, 2019
Vehicle Purchase I purchased a new vehicle for my son at Budd's Chev and dealt with Basil Silas. Basil was very helpful and accommodating and I would highly recommend I purchased a new vehicle for my son at Budd's Chev and dealt with Basil Silas. Basil was very helpful and accommodating and I would highly recommend him. More
Other Employees Tagged: Rob Powell, Jennifer Peaker , Shane Maginnis
January 03, 2019
Totally Satisfied I had the pleasure of visiting Budds' Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC dealership in search of a vehicle. Basil Silas the sales consultant was very kno I had the pleasure of visiting Budds' Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC dealership in search of a vehicle. Basil Silas the sales consultant was very knowledgeable, courteous and had a very relaxing style without the typical high pressure sales approach that I had experienced at other dealerships. I would highly recommend him if your looking for a new or used car. Robert Powell the Business Manager that I dealt with was extremely helpful and courteous. He put together a deal that was perfect for me and supplied me with the financial details in a clear concise manner. Again with a no pressure approach. Both these gentlemen should be commended for there great service and commitment to the brand. I would highly recommend to anyone who is in need of a vehicle to visit Budds' Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC. I am very pleased with the whole experiance and absolutely love my Cadillac. Gary Quirke More
Other Employees Tagged: Rob Powell , Shane Maginnis
December 12, 2018
Very friendly and kind environment Compare with other dealerships I must this is best one, we compare with Cambridge, neogiating skill is excellent,listening friendly definitely make u Compare with other dealerships I must this is best one, we compare with Cambridge, neogiating skill is excellent,listening friendly definitely make u recommend friends to check this location when looking to purchase vehicles More
Other Employees Tagged: Lori Lumax, Manager
December 08, 2018
Very personalized and friendly staff My lease had expired and I was looking for a new car. I was reviewing a few makes including Cadillac XT5. GM was the last stop after visiting BMW, Acu My lease had expired and I was looking for a new car. I was reviewing a few makes including Cadillac XT5. GM was the last stop after visiting BMW, Acura and Mercedes. Basil's approach and positive attitude that focussed on GM and not competitor bashing convinced me that I was in the right place. He listened to me and my family and got me the best deal for my needs. I must also mention Juan from Service. He is extremely knowledgable and friendly. He answered my questions after I purchased the vehicle and his demeanour is so friendly and unassuming that I know I will always use this dealership for all my service needs. More
Other Employees Tagged: Juan Orozco
December 02, 2018
Enjoyed talking and getting details oN the XTS with Basil. Basil was knowledgeable on the vehicle and was easy to negotiate a deal that suited us both and took my trade in at a good price. Didn’t find the warr Basil was knowledgeable on the vehicle and was easy to negotiate a deal that suited us both and took my trade in at a good price. Didn’t find the warranty discussions as easy, found them to be rushed and going through the many options ended up with a more expensive one than I thought we’d gone over the previous day with Rob Powel. There was a couple of things that the shop missed when we came to pick up the car and Basil is trying to get them resolved sometime this next week, a paint chip and scratch on the rear bumper. The OnStar review stated that the oil had only 20% left before a change was needed. (it dose look like the oil is fairly new so may have been that the mechanic had just not reset the computer). Also looked like the detailing hadn’t been completely done, so over all not a bad experience. More
Other Employees Tagged: Rob Powell
September 21, 2018
Great experience from start to finish, Came to Budds looking for a reasonably priced vehicle with a few extras. My budget was slightly below expected costs but Budds came thru all the way. Came to Budds looking for a reasonably priced vehicle with a few extras. My budget was slightly below expected costs but Budds came thru all the way. Not only did I get an amazing vehicle but they went above and beyond by replacing the brakes, wheels and tires as well as a few other miscellaneous pieces, all while maintaining the same price. I never expected such incredible customer service for such an affordable vehicle. Basil, our sales person was awesome and ensured we were satisfied throughout the process and I can confidently recommend Budds to anyone looking for a great vehicle and a great experience. Thank you! More
September 21, 2018
Great place to buy a vehicle Had the pleasure of buying a vehicle from Budds Chevrolet in Oakville..what a wonderful experience.Very impressed by the dealership itself,it's beauti Had the pleasure of buying a vehicle from Budds Chevrolet in Oakville..what a wonderful experience.Very impressed by the dealership itself,it's beautiful, super clean, and has a huge selection that is well priced to suit everyone's budget..The staff were amazing..very friendly and helpful..Thank you Basil for the test drive..such a lovely man ! And thank you to Beverly for all your help and for ending my purchase with such professionalism and friendliness..I would highly recommend Budd' s Chevrolet !! More
Other Employees Tagged: Rob Powell , Beverly Watt
September 17, 2018
I am a repeat customer and i always go to Basil who gives me Excellent service, I would recommend to my friends to shop at Budds. They take the time to answer all questions and are very honest . I also like to Excellent service, I would recommend to my friends to shop at Budds. They take the time to answer all questions and are very honest . I also like to go to Basil as he knows what I like More
Other Employees Tagged: Sean Dick

