Basil Silas | Page 47
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, 10 mos
Industry Experience
22 yrs, 6 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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536 Reviews
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July 07, 2014
Purchase of a 2014 Buick Enclave We are not new to Budds' Chevrolet Buick having now purchased 2 vehicles from there. Both times our salesman has been Basil Silas and we have been ve We are not new to Budds' Chevrolet Buick having now purchased 2 vehicles from there. Both times our salesman has been Basil Silas and we have been very pleased to be in his excellent hands. Basil is very accommodating and goes the extra "kilometre" to make sure that you are happy and satisfied with your vehicle. We have also been taking our cars to Budds'for many years and have always been happy with the service. We will certainly continue to do so. This was also my first time doing the actual purchasing of the vehicle,, but Rob Powell made it pretty easy. More
Other Employees Tagged: Rob Powell
June 04, 2014
High Class Dealership My wife and I purchased a new 2013 Equinox last year from Henry. We decided to purchase another vehicle from Budds' since our first experience was so My wife and I purchased a new 2013 Equinox last year from Henry. We decided to purchase another vehicle from Budds' since our first experience was so memorable. We were impressed with the professionalism of the staff and the positive, friendly and comfortable environment within the dealership. Henry was extremely helpful in assisting my wife and I in finding a vehicle that fit our needs. He helped us pick out the Sonic which was the perfect car for what we were looking for. Henry and Basil both worked together to ensure the delivery of our new Sonic went very smooth. Rob Powell helped us in financing for the vehicle and allowed us to look at any extra add ons for the car. Each staff member worked together to ensure things worked out perfectly. We could not be happier with our purchase and the work that Budds' put in. Our second purchase with Budds' was exceptionally enjoyable just as the first was. We would highly recommend this dealership to anyone who is looking for a new vehicle. Anyone who is buying a new vehicle should feel comfortable and experience the same amount of professionalism as we did. Thank you Budds' Chevrolet and Henry Drodge for helping us with this purchase. Keep up the amazing work! More
Other Employees Tagged: Wayne Carter, Rob Powell , Henry Drodge, Craig Taylor
May 31, 2014
2014 Chevy VOLT, awesome purchase experience in May 2014 From Michele (and Heather, Sidney and Kathryn thank you for excellent and warm reception!) when she referred us to Basil Silas the process was smooth, From Michele (and Heather, Sidney and Kathryn thank you for excellent and warm reception!) when she referred us to Basil Silas the process was smooth, explained all the items in the quote plus available incentives and options, Basil ran us through the vehicle operation and set up of OnStar. Kudos to Bounsay too another exceptional person, helped us in finance process and details of the vehicle we were buying. Basil and Bounsay were outstanding! We highly recommend Basil and Bounsay, and their Dealership for quality and hustle free purchase. More
May 31, 2014
Purchase experience at Budd's Oakville The staff at this location were extremely friendly. Basil was extremely helpful. He understood exactly what I needed and my budget and worked with m The staff at this location were extremely friendly. Basil was extremely helpful. He understood exactly what I needed and my budget and worked with me for a few months until I found the best car for me. He knew what vehicle was not right for me, however he still respected my decision to test drive several models and also other car makers. At no point did I feel pressured from any of the staff in my decision. Basil was even patient with me in test driving the same car over a few Saturdays. Even now that I have made my purchase, I feel good knowing that I have someone at this location I trust and that I can go to for help with any questions on or about the car. I purchased the Equinox and I love my car. I would definitely recommend this dealership . More
May 28, 2014
Purchase of my new 2014 Cadillac SRX at Budds' 05/27/14 I highly recommend Basil Salis, Sales Consultant at Budds' Chevrolet Cadillac, Buick and GMC. Basil was very helpful and made sure I was completely s I highly recommend Basil Salis, Sales Consultant at Budds' Chevrolet Cadillac, Buick and GMC. Basil was very helpful and made sure I was completely satisfied with my choices. At the time of pick-up my SRX Cadillac, he went through all the electronic settings with me so I would understand how everything worked. Today I received a follow-up phone call from him asking if everything was fine and told me that if I needed help in the future to give him a call. That's what I call service, a sales consultant that actually "cares" for his clients. Thank you Basil for making a stressful situtation a breeze! Danielle Olscamp More
May 21, 2014
Exceptional Service This is now our third purchase with Basil's help. His assistance and advice helped us purchase the perfect used vehicle to suit our needs. Basil and This is now our third purchase with Basil's help. His assistance and advice helped us purchase the perfect used vehicle to suit our needs. Basil and the team made sure the car was beautifully cleaned and even arranged for a minor repair on a seat. With our past new vehicle purchases we received the same exceptional service from Basil and all the staff each and every time. Basil has always followed up to ensure our satisfaction with all our vehicles and has always taken care of any after sales concerns. We would not hesitate to recommend Budd's and Basil Silas to friends. Thank you so much for your exceptional care and service. More
April 30, 2014
New vehicle purchase at Budds Great experience at Budds' where I purchased a new Cruze. In particular Basil Silas was exceptional with his knowledge and friendly assistance. I wo Great experience at Budds' where I purchased a new Cruze. In particular Basil Silas was exceptional with his knowledge and friendly assistance. I would definitely recommend this dealership for sales and service! More
April 30, 2014
Great Overall Experience I called to inquire about a 2009 GMC Sierra. Basil had the truck ready for me to see and test drive within an hour. From the minute I called to the I called to inquire about a 2009 GMC Sierra. Basil had the truck ready for me to see and test drive within an hour. From the minute I called to the minute I left the lot, Basil and the Budds' Chev team were top notch. If you are looking to buy a new/used truck I highly recommend you go see Basil. Thanks Budds' Chevrolet. I love my truck More
April 30, 2014
Great customer service and quality product After researching and test driving a number of pre-owned vehicles at various GM dealerships, I came across a 2011 Buick LaCrosse at Budds'. I droppe After researching and test driving a number of pre-owned vehicles at various GM dealerships, I came across a 2011 Buick LaCrosse at Budds'. I dropped into the dealer to have a look at the vehicle, and was impressed with the professionalism and friendliness of the staff, as well as the dealership building and showroom. Also, the car I looked at was in very good condition, much cleaner than other CPO vehicles I had looked at and driven at other GM dealerships. Basil Silas, my sales person, was very knowledgeable about the product, warranties, the CPO program, etc.. I decided to purchase the car a few weeks latter, and was ultimately impressed with the price and quality of car that Budds' offered. I also found Rob Powell in the business office to be extremely efficient with providing me with finance options, and following through with relaying information to my insurance company, etc. I would definitely recommend Budds' Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC to any one looking for a GM product. David J Etobicoke Ontario More
Other Employees Tagged: Rob Powell
April 30, 2014
Update on our Tahoe Search Hi Basil, just to update you on my vehicle searching status; we ended up buying a 2013 Tahoe with 24,000km for $32K, from another dealership (Dixie Fo Hi Basil, just to update you on my vehicle searching status; we ended up buying a 2013 Tahoe with 24,000km for $32K, from another dealership (Dixie Ford). But for the record, while we are happy with the purchase/price/vehicle, this dealership's customer service is a 3 on a scale of 10; if it wasn't for the fact that they had what I was looking for and the timing was right, we would of held out and waited for Budd's, as you guys are top notch in the area of customer service! Just wanted to stay in touch to let you know what's happening so that you can update your service records, as we no longer have the 2010 Tahoe. Thanks again for all your help in the past Basil; I'm sure we'll do business again one day. Regards, Cathy & Tim Bleakley More