Basil Silas | Page 42
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
14 yrs, 9 mos
Industry Experience
22 yrs, 5 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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535 Reviews
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July 02, 2015
spectacular service I visited budds to purchase a gmc terrain 2015. Once again basil was there to move heaven and earth to make this happen. His customer service, dedica I visited budds to purchase a gmc terrain 2015. Once again basil was there to move heaven and earth to make this happen. His customer service, dedication and passion for his career goes beyond words, it was an spectacular experience. Basil along with Paula made this a smooth and trouble free purchase. They are never too busy or too anything to answer your calls and guide you step by step. Before anyone decides to change or purchase a new vehicle i recommend budds, but specially basil silas. Now i am happy and enjoying my new 2015 terrain. If i could choose more than 5 stars it would be 200 star rating. Thank you for making this a pleasant and unforgettable experience. More
Other Employees Tagged: Paula MacDougall
July 01, 2015
Excellent Customer Service My husband and I had the pleasure of working with the famous Basil Silas. We were always greeted with a smile and our questions were answered promptly My husband and I had the pleasure of working with the famous Basil Silas. We were always greeted with a smile and our questions were answered promptly even after business hours. Definitely a no pressure atmosphere. Excellent customer service all the time. Even after the sale is done. Well done! More
June 23, 2015
Great Experience I bought the 2011 Escalade from the dealership with Basil as the sales guy in Aug 2011, and have always appreciated their warm reception anytime I go I bought the 2011 Escalade from the dealership with Basil as the sales guy in Aug 2011, and have always appreciated their warm reception anytime I go there for service. It was a no-brainer that I will go back when changing to the 2015 model. Basil kept in touch asking how the I was enjoying the car and followed up on any question I had then...Of course with the 2015 model, I have a million tech questions and he is never too busy not to respond. Rob encouraged me to wait for the one I actually wanted, which proved to be a great advise as I was getting impatient-thanks Rob! You guys are great and fun...you made spending money a comfortable experience:) More
Other Employees Tagged: Rob Powell
June 16, 2015
Absolutely great customer service! The Company I work for had our first annual charity golf tournament last week and we asked for a car from Budd's, to give to some lucky person, for a The Company I work for had our first annual charity golf tournament last week and we asked for a car from Budd's, to give to some lucky person, for a hole in one. There were a couple of small glitches but overall, we got a great car the day of the tournament thanks to the GM Wayne Carter and on the day we picked the car up, his manager Craig Taylor was wonderful and helped us through with getting the keys and when we returned the car he was most helpful and made us feel like we were important to the company. A great experience and Waynes help in getting the car was greatly appreciated. We bought our last car at Budds in 2013 and we had an amazing experience then as well. Its a great company!! Its my dealership for life!! Amy Kalinowski Oakville, ON More
Other Employees Tagged: Wayne Carter , Craig Taylor
May 07, 2015
purchase of City Express Very professional dealership that have real emphasis on customer care. I have purchased several vehicles from Budds and always been treated fairly and Very professional dealership that have real emphasis on customer care. I have purchased several vehicles from Budds and always been treated fairly and with respect. If you are looking at any GM product it is my heat felt recommendation to go to Budds and ask for Basil! More
April 27, 2015
A dealer of trust Hi, I was on vacation and away from the province, There was an offer for selling Chevrolet Equinox which I always liked, I called the dealership a Hi, I was on vacation and away from the province, There was an offer for selling Chevrolet Equinox which I always liked, I called the dealership and operator connected my to Mr. Basil Silas, I talked to him and he was an honest and professional person, he was very supportive as I experssed that I am out of province and asked him to book one car till I come back, just talking to him, you feel that he is very trustable person and willing to support for any requirement within his authority, so by word he booked the car till I managed to send my friend to give the deposit and block it. I recommend to deal with him without any reservation. Hassan More
April 22, 2015
Came all the way from Guelph I wasn't looking to buy a car...just window shopping, but Basil Silas was very helpful, friendly (no pressure) and great to work with. They had what I I wasn't looking to buy a car...just window shopping, but Basil Silas was very helpful, friendly (no pressure) and great to work with. They had what I was looking for and gave me an offer too good to refuse! Love my new Cadillac ATS! Thanks Basil, Bart Rowe More
April 08, 2015
Excellent Work in Service and Sales. This is my eight car from the Budds Group, third from Budds Chevrolet. I have serviced all my vehicles at Budds. I trust them and appreciate their t This is my eight car from the Budds Group, third from Budds Chevrolet. I have serviced all my vehicles at Budds. I trust them and appreciate their timely service and ease in purchasing new vehicles . More
Other Employees Tagged: Wayne Carter, Kathryn Flynn, Bounsay Osylaphet, Rob Powell, Caitlin McLeod, Shane Maginnis, Jennifer Harrald, Juan Orozco , Jason Corrigan, Sean Dick, Brenda Driscoll, Kim Irving, Patricia Rosendahl, Craig Taylor, Jim Treen, Beverly Watt
April 04, 2015
Customer Oriented, Friendly, Efficient, Kind In 2011, my husband and I purchased a new Chevrolet Cruze from Budd's Chev. At the time we were very impressed by the fine customer service, efficie In 2011, my husband and I purchased a new Chevrolet Cruze from Budd's Chev. At the time we were very impressed by the fine customer service, efficiency and friendly attitude displayed by Basil. So much so, that last week we found ourselves returning to Budd's to purchase another Chevrolet vehicle. Basil, again, served us well. More
March 10, 2015
Fast friendly & efficient I needed a car quickly after a minor accident in my Audi. . One visit to Budds & a short drive with Basil my salesman in the saab is all it took , I s I needed a car quickly after a minor accident in my Audi. . One visit to Budds & a short drive with Basil my salesman in the saab is all it took , I sensed right away Basil was honest & genuine . The car was certified and in outstanding condition . The price was right , , the team at Budds made the sale smooth & easy . Also basil went out of his was to ensure its was plated & super clean , ready for me right on time ! Thanks Basil More