J.H. Barkau & Sons is a family car dealership that has been serving customers for 66 years in Northwest Illinois, Southern Wisconsin, and Iowa. They sell all makes and models of pre-owned vehicles and handle everything from new purchases to repairs and collision repair. They also ship vehicles. Reviews consistently describe it as the best car-buying experience, with friendly, helpful, kind, knowledgeable, and professional people. The team is considerate and attentive, working closely with customers without pressure. Staff are noted for being extremely helpful in the finance process, negotiating great interest rates, and working with customers to find good financing. They ensure the process is smooth, with no time wasted. Customers are very happy with their experience and strongly recommend buying a new or used vehicle there. The dealership is described as good, with specific staff members highlighted for making the experience great.
Jason helped me and my wife get a great deal with them. He was very helpful, understanding, and supportive. Him and the manager made us feel welcome and didn’t push outrageous prices in our faces and pressure us in having to buy a car that day. Negotiations felt more professional than personal. I highly recommend.
September 2025
I love Barkau! I have been a customer of theirs for years and have continued that trend with my two oldest children.
Very reasonable when discussing prices and the staff is always super friendly.
November 2024
I always go to Barkaus for any car I buy. This time I got a 2014 Chevy Equinox . Joe Baker was the salesman. He was very helpful and knowledgeable. Go see him for your next car.
