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A-1 Toyota
New Haven, CT
1,144 Reviews
In the early 60’s, the owners of a local garage received a postcard announcing the production of a new four-wheel drive vehicle. At the time, the automotive industry was producing only one other vehicle in this category, so the owners thought this might be a good opportunity to introduce a new four-wheel drive vehicle that they would be able to sell as well as service. The postcard was answered and the response was the founding of the first Toyota dealership in New England and the beginning of what has become a very successful endeavor for Dominic Galardi, Anthony Buglione and A-1 Toyota.
The history of A-1 Service began before this. In January of 1951, Dom joined his father-in-law, Tony Buglione in a partnership that included a gas station and used cars. The station was located on the corner of Olive Street and St. John in New Haven.
In the late 1950’s, a new highway system was breaking through the neighborhood, people started moving to the suburbs, and with the limited space they had already outgrown, A-1 looked for a new location.
The new site they chose was in East Haven. The partnership grew to include Dominic’s brother, Andrew.
Their new location, occupying a city block on Main Street and the sign reading A-1 Auto Service, Inc., became a landmark for many.
In 1963, A-1 completed the building of the first Toyota showroom on the East Coast. In 1966, just three years after opening their dealership, A-1 became the second largest Toyota dealership in the country. Toyota’s line-up featured only two vehicles at the time, the four-wheel drive Land Cruiser and one of the first economy cars, the Tiara.
Over the years, A-1 Toyota continued to grow and in 1980 moved to their current location on Amity Road in New Haven adding the Dodge franchise that dueled with Toyota until 1990.
A-1 Toyota’s line-up looks far different than it did in 1963, but the basis for a successful business has continued. The business is still owned by the same family, and Domin
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Sales/Showroom
Monday 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday Closed
Service
Monday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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Monday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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July 24, 2017
Quick and Painless! Carlos Rodriguez went above and beyond to accommodate my needs in purchasing my vehicle, Excellent knowledge of vehicles and very customer friendly. Carlos Rodriguez went above and beyond to accommodate my needs in purchasing my vehicle, Excellent knowledge of vehicles and very customer friendly. I feel even more satisfied knowing that he made sure I was in the right car for me. Instead of just a car right now. Would highly recommend his expertise to anyone in the market for a vehicle. More
by Junegonzalez1968
July 19, 2017
I had a great experience, when I purchased my new Toyota Rav From the moment I walked into A1 Toyota of Amity my experience was exceptional, I've had the pleasure of sitting with Carlos Rodriguez, who had spent From the moment I walked into A1 Toyota of Amity my experience was exceptional, I've had the pleasure of sitting with Carlos Rodriguez, who had spent a considerable amount of time with me to ensure I chose the vehicle that was rite for me, and I'm extremely impressed with the knowledge Mr. Rodriguez shared with me about the Toyota RAV4, which is now the vehicle I have chosen, and I'm loving my new car! Thank you Carlos and the rest of the A1 Toyota team for the overwhelming amazing experience! I highly recommend anyone who is shopping around for a new or pre owned vehicle.....A1 Toyota is the place you'd want to go!!! More
by Latinsilk
July 14, 2017
Great car buying experience ! Quincy was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the vehicle we were looking to purchase, a RAV4. The delivery process went smooth and all the fea Quincy was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the vehicle we were looking to purchase, a RAV4. The delivery process went smooth and all the features of my new RAV4 Limited were explained in great detail. Quincy made sure we understood the operation of the vehicle. Howard Luna made the financial process go smoothly. GREAT OVERALL EXPERIENCE!!! More
by TomandJudy
July 12, 2017
A1 Toyota is A1.............. I've serviced vehicles at A1 in the past;But recently bought a 2017 Tacoma,Amanda was the best as a salesperson.She got all my questions answered.She I've serviced vehicles at A1 in the past;But recently bought a 2017 Tacoma,Amanda was the best as a salesperson.She got all my questions answered.She traveled 30 miles in the truck to see if it fit in my garage.She was so pleasant & very eager to accommodate me in all my needs.As far as the rest of the team they work together and with each other,Helping the whole experience feel right. More
by Taco Lover
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Other Employees :
Carlos Orozco, Amanda Botto, Sakhet (Sam) Al-Hajjaj, Howard Luna
July 11, 2017
Fair price and great sales staff Quincy Smith was a great salesman who was not pushy or demanding. He answered all our questions and presented us with lots of options. We wound up wit Quincy Smith was a great salesman who was not pushy or demanding. He answered all our questions and presented us with lots of options. We wound up with a RAV4 Hybirid and are thrilled with it. When we picked it up Quincy spent quite a bit of time with us in the car explaining throughly EVERYTHING in the vehicle. We couldn't be happier with our decision to purchase a car from A1 Toyota and Quincy Smith. More
by Hybrid owner
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July 07, 2017
Pretty Awesome Just got a new Camrt car from Eddie. He is really nice and helpful in helping me choosing the car and preparing the insurance. Highly recommended. Just got a new Camrt car from Eddie. He is really nice and helpful in helping me choosing the car and preparing the insurance. Highly recommended. More
by zxc11
Employees Worked With
July 03, 2017
Easy, fast and fair Toyota lease! I cannot compliment Eddie enough for his professionalism, expertise and honesty when I came in to lease my Toyota. He took care of me like I was famil I cannot compliment Eddie enough for his professionalism, expertise and honesty when I came in to lease my Toyota. He took care of me like I was family and made the process so easy. He was very knowledgeable and helpful in terms of advice about what car would be best for my needs. Also, all the fees and charges were laid out immediately and there were no tricks about extra fees later when I signed the paperwork. He also worked with me to get me the best deal on the car I wanted, even in the color I wanted too! I would ask for Eddie if you go to A1 Toyota! More
by CT99
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June 30, 2017
Outstanding service! I purchased a Camry one week ago. The staff and service was outstanding. They were professional, courteous and HONEST. There was no pressure or fast t I purchased a Camry one week ago. The staff and service was outstanding. They were professional, courteous and HONEST. There was no pressure or fast talk. They got straight to the point and gave me a great deal. I drove my car out the same day. I've purchased from many dealerships in the past. These guys were the best. More
by GaroG
June 30, 2017
Very pleased Quincy Quincy and Carlos were very professional in the way he dealt with us also very friendly over all I'm very happy I would recommend highly Quincy and Carlos were very professional in the way he dealt with us also very friendly over all I'm very happy I would recommend highly More
by Frank1
June 27, 2017
Amazing service! Devon was extremely helpful to me when I was picking out my first car! Her knowledge of the various cars and kindness really showed! I felt confident Devon was extremely helpful to me when I was picking out my first car! Her knowledge of the various cars and kindness really showed! I felt confident in my car selection and she definitely helped with that! I would highly recommend Devon to anyone that wants excellent service! More
by Hens19717
Employees Worked With
Devon Delaney
