Basil Silas | Page 51
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
Write a Review552 Reviews of Basil Silas
March 24, 2014
Back in December I was looking at the possibility of purchasing a 2014 Buick Enclave. I was in no rush since my 2008 Enclave was running well. Basil greeted me and asked me a few questions about what purchasing a 2014 Buick Enclave. I was in no rush since my 2008 Enclave was running well. Basil greeted me and asked me a few questions about what I was looking for. He immediately recognized that I was in no hurry to buy. Basil pointed out that I could order a new car from the factory, include only the items that I was looking for and avoid having a new vehicle in the snowy wintery months of January and February. Timing was great. Basil's style was perfect for me - knowledgeable and not pushy. I'm glad I worked with him. More
Other Employees Tagged: Rob Powell
March 08, 2014
I was looking on line for a used Honda Civic .. seen one I really liked , So I called Budds' Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC and they referred me to Basil .. I was so excited to go test drive it.. When we me I really liked , So I called Budds' Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC and they referred me to Basil .. I was so excited to go test drive it.. When we met Basil he was friendly and very professional , after test driving the car.... Basil went over all the paper work and explained everything we needed to know about the car... Basil and the staff at Budds' Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC were amazing and the service was excellent .. When I went to pick up my car I couldn't believe how Beautiful and cleaned it looked and excited to drive my new looking car home....... I love it!!! :) Thank you so much Basil and Budds' Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC ... More
March 06, 2014
We found Basil to be extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the car we were interested in. He gave us all the information we needed and was was not aggressive or pushy. He extolled the virtues of the ca about the car we were interested in. He gave us all the information we needed and was was not aggressive or pushy. He extolled the virtues of the car and answered all our questions. He even called a couple of days later to see if we were happy with our purchase. I would certainly recommend Basil. More
March 05, 2014
I came into Budds chevrolet to take a look at the 2009 Chevy Aveo for my wife. I saw the vehicle at a great price on their website and contact Budds' Chevrolet , I took the car for a test drive with my wi Chevy Aveo for my wife. I saw the vehicle at a great price on their website and contact Budds' Chevrolet , I took the car for a test drive with my wife and she loved it! I dealt with Basil Silas, A great guy and very professional who was quick to listen and very attentive with us. He was very thorough in explaining the conditions of the vehicle and all the things that were done nicely on the car, when we came back to pick up the car was very nice that we could not recognized it and I can say that Budds' Chevrolet added a lot of value to my wife's car that really looked like brand new and thanks to Basil Silas and his OUTSTADING SERVICE!!! I will definitely come back to Budds' Chevrolet for our next car purchase to deal with the amazing team and specially with Basil Silas that delivered a great professional service. we are very happy with the purchase and we will recommend you with our families and friends to have the same experience we had with Basil at Budds' Chevrolet. Thank You Basil we will see you soon for sure!!! Gilberto & Rebecca. More
March 05, 2014
We are extremely pleased with the service we received from this dealership. Basil is a very responsive sales associate. Every time we sent him an e-mail, he responded very promptly and, during business h from this dealership. Basil is a very responsive sales associate. Every time we sent him an e-mail, he responded very promptly and, during business hours, we could almost always reach him by phone. He is also extremely pleasant, friendly and attentive in his demaenour. It took a while to get our truck delivered from Chevy, but Basil kept us in the loop. We also ended up with a better financial deal by the time we received our truck. And last but not least, we dealt with Robert Powell for our after-sales additions and financing needs. He was very professional, informed us well of all our options, without putting undue pressure on us. I would recommend this dealership without any hesitation, and specifically Basil as a sales person. More
Other Employees Tagged: Rob Powell , Craig Taylor
February 25, 2014
I purchased a used car sight-unseen because I live in Windsor and didn't have time to actually look at the vehicle. What initially attracted me to Budds' was the very competitive price, one of the best p Windsor and didn't have time to actually look at the vehicle. What initially attracted me to Budds' was the very competitive price, one of the best prices I had seen online for the vehicle during my research and I knew I had to act fast if I wanted to purchase the car or it would be sold. Living in Windsor, I had never heard of Budds' so I did my research and found excellent ratings for them on this site as well as Google. That gave me the confidence to move forward and contact their Sales to find out more about the vehicle. My Sales Consultant was Basil Silas and he was super knowledgeable about the vehicle. He also returned my calls promptly and even worked with me after my working hours to finalize the sale. Basil took the time to describe the vehicle to me and assured me that it was in outstanding condition and I would not be disappointed, which probably was my biggest concern. Based on Budds' reputation and taking Basil at his word, I made an offer on the vehicle which was accepted. The whole process was very professional and thorough... basically I dropped my old car off, and picked up my new vehicle with brand new plates and drove it home. Basil explained all the documentation to me and had everything ready to go when I arrived. When he showed me the vehicle I was shocked - it looked like a brand new vehicle and he was true to his word... I honestly couldn't have been more pleased. Budds' looks like they really care about customers... the vehicle was even stored inside for our walk around before I drove it away. Finally, Basil took the time to point out the features of the vehicle and even set up my phone to the Bluetooth as my older car didn't have Bluetooth. It's reassuring to know there are dealers like Budds' and Sales Consultants like Basil out there - I would recommend if anyone is looking for a GM vehicle, check this dealer out and ask for Basil. I drove back home to Windsor, the car drove beautifully... like a brand new car. Unbelievable. Thanks Budds' and Basil and hopefully we'll do business again in the future. Paul More
Other Employees Tagged: Rob Powell
February 21, 2014
Just purchased a Cadillac ATS 2.0 (Luxury model)....Staff were just amazing, patient with my requests..enthusiastic and extremely friendly .. have to say best experience in purchasing a new vehicle .. and be were just amazing, patient with my requests..enthusiastic and extremely friendly .. have to say best experience in purchasing a new vehicle .. and believe me I have had my share of purchasing new vehicles ... The staff are Budd's are always friendly and make themselves available to answer any of your questions or concerns ... Love my new ride... Thank you More
Other Employees Tagged: Bounsay Osylaphet , Craig Taylor
February 05, 2014
The overall buyer experience was genuine and freindly from start to finish. Both Basil and Rob are very knowledgeable, and a pleasure to deal with on each and every visit. I am certain that I will no from start to finish. Both Basil and Rob are very knowledgeable, and a pleasure to deal with on each and every visit. I am certain that I will not look much further than Budd's for my purchase. Sincerely, Mr. S.M. Kapparis More
Other Employees Tagged: Rob Powell
January 10, 2014
This is the second car I have purchased through Basil. He was very helpful in finding the right car for me. He went above and beyond to insure the best deal and has since followed up to make sure I was satis was very helpful in finding the right car for me. He went above and beyond to insure the best deal and has since followed up to make sure I was satisfied. I would highly recommend him and will use him in the future. More
January 03, 2014
Basil helped me go through the options and to decide what package worked best for me. He had a very professional yet friendly, no-nonsense attitude. I would definitely recommend him to others. package worked best for me. He had a very professional yet friendly, no-nonsense attitude. I would definitely recommend him to others. More

