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A-1 Toyota

4.9

733 Lifetime Reviews

50 Amity Road, New Haven, Connecticut 06515 Directions

Sales: (203) 389-1521

Service: (203) 387-6691

Parts: (203) 389-1521

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4.9

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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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John F Murphy

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5.0

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Amjad Alhajjali

Sales Consultant

4.9

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Kyle Deming

Sales Consultant

4.9

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Quincy Smith

Sales Consultant

5.0

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September 20, 2018

"New Rav4 2018"

- Karen09

Frank Nieves and John Murphy were a great team to work with. I had a very good experience with A1 Toyota, I especially appreciated the fact that they did not pressure me.

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John F Murphy

5.0

Frank Nieves

5.0

September 20, 2018

"Welcoming and professional"

- Marisa

Buying a new car is stressful, but Quincy Smith made my experience pleasant. He was professional and at the same time put me at ease. He patiently answered all my questions, greeted me cheerily each time I returned for more information and a test drive, and continues to respond to my questions now that I have purchased the car. I was lucky to have him assigned to me. Everyone I dealt with at A-1 was polite and friendly. Thank you all.

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Quincy Smith

5.0

September 20, 2018

"Bought a Certified Toyota 4Runner. "

- Mark DeVoe

From the very beginning, Dado was ever so kind. I told him what we needed and where I needed to be in terms of a payment and he found a way to make it work for us. My wife and I both agreed that we would return to visit Dado in the event that we need another car in the future. What a nice guy! Paul, the finance person was also extremely helpful and engaging. Our discussion with Paul reminded us that we all have something in common regardless of our background. What we loved about it the best was the no pressure approach. Both Paul and Dado made us feel very welcomed. I had been looking for quite a while for a specific vehicle and didn't believe that we could afford the one we wanted but my wife talked me into the visit and I'm so happy she did. I knew I married her for a reason. Our dealings with Mustafa and Jerry were equally pleasant. Never had an experience quite like it really. A Plus! Mark & Nancy DeVoe

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Mustafa Alsamraie

5.0

Jerry Bell

5.0

Fariz Dadic

5.0

Paul Wright

5.0

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