Basil Silas | Page 39
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
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552 Reviews
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February 22, 2016
Great GM dealership - Second car purchased I purchased a pre owned Buick LaCrosse from Basil Silas two years ago. It has been a great car and the dealerships service department has always been I purchased a pre owned Buick LaCrosse from Basil Silas two years ago. It has been a great car and the dealerships service department has always been excellent as well. A few weeks ago I decided to trade to a Cadillac ATS and would not have considered looking elsewhere than Budd's, due to the high quality of their pre-owned car inventory and great customer service. Basil and Rob Powell made the new purchase effortless. Thank you! I love my new ATS. More
Other Employees Tagged: Rob Powell
February 12, 2016
Great Experience If you want great customer service and a "no-pressure" ambience, this is the place. I bought a used Chevrolet Cruze. It has been a smooth process from If you want great customer service and a "no-pressure" ambience, this is the place. I bought a used Chevrolet Cruze. It has been a smooth process from beginning to end. Basil, my salesperson, was well prepared when I first came to see the vehicle. He had all the relevant documents on hand and was able to immediately answer my questions. It was very refreshing to be treated with genuine friendliness in a car dealership. More
Other Employees Tagged: Juan Orozco , Beverly Watt
February 09, 2016
Courteous and Friendly I had just recently purchased a used Silverado. It was a very smooth, and friendly process which Basil and Bounsay helped me get into my new truck qui I had just recently purchased a used Silverado. It was a very smooth, and friendly process which Basil and Bounsay helped me get into my new truck quickly and hassle free with no pressure. Very pleased with the service and the environment, thanks again! More
Other Employees Tagged: Bounsay Osylaphet
January 29, 2016
Amazing People! I purchased a new Buick Regal GS today from salesperson Basil and Rob in the business office. Basil and Rob are both professional, good listeners and I purchased a new Buick Regal GS today from salesperson Basil and Rob in the business office. Basil and Rob are both professional, good listeners and very responsive. Most importantly they are friendly and trustworthy. Also consistent as this is my second purchase from them in 3 years. Basil quickly located the car with all the options I wanted and had it delivered on time. Great experience!! Will buy from them again (and again). More
Other Employees Tagged: Rob Powell
January 28, 2016
Wonderful Experience My wife and I had been having some significant vehicle challenges to the point where we felt we needed something new. With much fear and trepidation w My wife and I had been having some significant vehicle challenges to the point where we felt we needed something new. With much fear and trepidation we began shopping and one of the dealerships we visited was Budd's Chevrolet. From the moment we were met by our sales person, Basil Silas, we knew we had found the right place. Within a few minutes we had been welcomed half a dozen staff, offered numerous cups of coffee and made to feel right at home. With care and expertise we were led to the vehicle we ended up purchasing, a 2016 Cruze. Basil listened to our needs and concerns and effectively answered them all. Manager Craig Taylor was encouraging as we worked on getting the best deal possible. Today I picked up our new vehicle and could not be happier. I have nothing but good to say about all the staff at Budd's Chev Olds. More
Other Employees Tagged: Craig Taylor
January 28, 2016
No Hassle Purchase Basil Silas is a good listener. He understood what my needs were. My deal did not close for three weeks until I was certain this purchase was precisel Basil Silas is a good listener. He understood what my needs were. My deal did not close for three weeks until I was certain this purchase was precisely what I wanted, could afford and what I needed. No high pressure sales, just honest interaction until we could close the gap on the best vehicle for me. The brand new Buick Encore is a design achievement, something I never thought I could afford. With patience, diligence and good salesmanship, Basil was able to help me close the deal. Way to go Basil. More
Other Employees Tagged: Bounsay in financing, super helful, crosses all of his T's and dots his I's. No problems.
January 27, 2016
Basil Silas X 2 6 months ago we decided it was time to trade in my wife's car , we were fortunate to meet up with Basil Silas who was very professional and patient an 6 months ago we decided it was time to trade in my wife's car , we were fortunate to meet up with Basil Silas who was very professional and patient and helped us through the purchase process . With that history we didn't give it a second thought when it was time for me to purchase a new truck. We went right to Basil who did not let us down and made our second purchase within 6 months a very enjoyable experience. I would recommend Basil to everyone. More
Other Employees Tagged: Shane Maginnis
January 23, 2016
At Bood's' I felt like I was with a bunch a friends . I when to Bood's' Chevrolet for an oil change for my gmc Equinox, while I was waiting I spotted a 2016 GMC Canyon, I wanted to know more about it so I I when to Bood's' Chevrolet for an oil change for my gmc Equinox, while I was waiting I spotted a 2016 GMC Canyon, I wanted to know more about it so I when to see Basil , after talking for a while he quoted me a deal I could not refuse. I I'm now a proud owner of a 2016 GMC Canyon. Thanks again Basil you're the best ???????????? More
January 23, 2016
pleasant inviting atmosphere I was quite surprized that I was able to buy my car over the cell. I called the sales manager who had a salesperson call me back immediately. I made I was quite surprized that I was able to buy my car over the cell. I called the sales manager who had a salesperson call me back immediately. I made my offer and trade info taken over the cell. We agreed to the price. I gave a deposit by visa. I dropped my trade off and the 2011 Cadillac cts was just the way Bill Coombe had promised. I had seen pictures prior and the car was a described by the dealership. They were excellent and made this easy for my busy schedule. Thanks Bill Coombe and Robert Powell. Thanks again, Ken. More
Other Employees Tagged: Rob Powell, Bill Coombe
January 22, 2016
The Best Car Buying Experience From the moment I walked onto the premises at Budd's I knew it was different. People were genuinely helpful. My salesman Basil Silas was wonderful. From the moment I walked onto the premises at Budd's I knew it was different. People were genuinely helpful. My salesman Basil Silas was wonderful. He listened to my financial and car needs and suggested in Chevrolet Trax. I fell in love with the vehicle. Then came the part I usually hate, negotiating, but before I even started Basil came back with a price lower than my target and put me in the hands of business manager Bounsay Osylaphet. Bounsay was reassuring, honest, and arranged my financing at zero percent. Even though it was almost closing that evening, both Basil and Bounsay provided amazing, caring service. I hightly recommend this dealer if you are looking to purchase a car. More
Other Employees Tagged: Bounsay Osylaphet , Basil Silas; Bounsay Osylaphet

