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A-1 Toyota

4.9

768 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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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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December 15, 2018

"Love My New Car!"

- Glenda Marie

This is my 5th car with A1-Toyota! I purchased 2 cars in the past and I am currently on my 3rd lease. Toyotas are great, dependable cars and I wouldn't purchase/lease any other kind. I've been fortunate to be able to work with Quincy Smith all these years; he's my go-to guy and I know that I am in good hands. Paul Wright, in the finance office , has also been a great help to me as well. The CHR is awesome! I'm so happy I got it!

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Quincy Smith

5.0

Paul Wright

5.0

December 14, 2018

"Great and pleasant "

- Thorbudz2

It was the easiest and most relaxing car buying experience I ever had. People that help me with this purchase like Jose Guerrero and financial manager at that time( sorry forgot his name) made it so easy for me with no pressure but with understanding, and made a point on the positive and right choice for me reassuring me that I made a good choice. Thanks all A-1 Toyota in New Haven and happy holidays to all of you.!!! You made my holiday even more happier, thanks again

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Jose Guerrero

5.0

December 09, 2018