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Lahti's Jeep
Leominster, MA
407 Reviews
OUR HISTORY:
Edward and Tyyne Lahti, a couple of young Finnish immigrants, founded the Lahti family business in 1928. Ed had received about ten years of orientation to the automobile business as a laborer in new vehicle manufacturing plants in the Cleveland area. Having learned the trade of metalworking, the thought of using this skill independently became an exciting idea, which eventually led the young couple to Leominster to open their very own auto body repair shop. And so it began, Leominster's first body shop, then known as "Fix-It Auto Body." Their reputation grew as quality service satisfied local residents. Their motto was "If we can't fix it, give it away."
The early years were not easy years; first the Depression, and then World War II. The war became frightening in a very personal way when their oldest son, Edwin, was drafted into military service and shipped to the Far East. By this time, there were three other little ones at home: Benjamin, Daniel, and Rachel, requiring Edward and Tyyne's attention as well. The end of the war, however, brought a sense of joy and serenity, and even success. Their son was delivered safely home from the jaws of the enemy and was working in the family business with his dad.
As the years passed, the business grew. Used cars were added and by the fifties, the Lahti's had acquired a new car franchise selling Nash vehicles. By the time the sixties rolled around, the two younger sons, Benjamin and Daniel, had also decided to pursue their careers in the family business.
It wasn't long before a merger of Nash and Hudson companies became known as American Motors, manufacturing interesting new products like Ramblers and later more exciting cars like Javelins and AMXs. By 1970, American Motors owned Jeep and consequently, the Lahti Dealership was on a whole new course. Later, American Motors consolidated forces with Renault to produce passenger cars, but Chrysler Corporation bought it all in 1987.
Long before this time, the elder Lahti's had relinquished control of the business to their three sons, each one overseeing specific areas of the business. Unfortunately, life consists of valley experiences as well as mountaintop. Beginning in the fall of 1992, the family found themselves in the valley for a year and a half, suffering the loss of both parents and their younger brother, Dan. However, life did go on.
In February of 2002, Benjamin's Son-in-Law, Jason Fournier, joined the business. With his arrival, Lahti's has entered into it's third generation and into the age of e-commerce.
The evolution of a family business from 1928 to the twenty-first century, a period of mind-boggling technological advances, makes for quite an adventure story. However, there are some things that do not change - must not change! The Lahti family is proud of its Christian heritage, with a personal philosophy as well as a business philosophy: that a faith in the Sovereign God is foundational to the success in all aspects of life.
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Monday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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Monday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Wednesday 7:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Thursday 7:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Friday 7:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Saturday 7:30 AM - 12:30 AM
Sunday Closed
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Monday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Sunday Closed
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June 29, 2017
No Hassles! We had a great experience working with Jacob Newcomb. He was very helpful and listened to everything we had to say and catered to our needs. We did We had a great experience working with Jacob Newcomb. He was very helpful and listened to everything we had to say and catered to our needs. We did not feel pushed or rushed in any way. This is our second time buying a jeep from Lahti's and recommend to anyone who is interested in a jeep. More
by Steve12
Employees Worked With
Jabob Newcomb, Ron Booth
June 11, 2017
Jeep Purchase I worked with Brian to get a great Jeep Wrangler, and in the few times I stopped in I had the chance to work or interact with most of the staff there. I worked with Brian to get a great Jeep Wrangler, and in the few times I stopped in I had the chance to work or interact with most of the staff there. The entire Dealership from the owner to the Mechanics is filled with fantastic people that will do their very best to get you into the Vehicle you want, and make you feel welcome there at the same time. More
by ranwhenparked
Employees Worked With
Matt, Jackie, , Jason Fournier, Brian Long
May 29, 2017
New jeep Jacob was amazing to work with. Thanks for all your help and I love my new jeep! I would recommend to ask for Jacob when you visit Jacob was amazing to work with. Thanks for all your help and I love my new jeep! I would recommend to ask for Jacob when you visit More
by Krystal 12344
Employees Worked With
Jacob
May 19, 2017
A pleasant experience, no pressure, knowledgeable I was pleased with the cooperation, knowledge, fair pricing, and no pressure sales support from Dianne. All I could ask for. A pleasant change from t I was pleased with the cooperation, knowledge, fair pricing, and no pressure sales support from Dianne. All I could ask for. A pleasant change from the typical high pressure, bull pen sales environment of most multi-brand large dealerships. More
by none
Employees Worked With
Dianne Lozeau
May 18, 2017
New vehicle purchase We purchased a new Jeep Cherokee 2017 model from Lahti's and we're very pleased with the sales process. They were very knowledgeable and courteous. T We purchased a new Jeep Cherokee 2017 model from Lahti's and we're very pleased with the sales process. They were very knowledgeable and courteous. They made us feel like family and gave us a great price! We highly recommend Lahtis to other. More
by Ed1954carguy
Employees Worked With
Jason Fournier, Dianne Lozeau
May 15, 2017
Wrangler Unlimited Sahara First time at Lahti's and had a great experience. Brian made the process smooth and painless. No games and everything was done when they said it would First time at Lahti's and had a great experience. Brian made the process smooth and painless. No games and everything was done when they said it would be. More
by JDB
Employees Worked With
Brian Long
May 07, 2017
Support and Service after sale outstanding We bought a used Jeep Grand Cherokee in December. Last month right after the warranty ran out, and coincidently as I had scheduled in the first oil c We bought a used Jeep Grand Cherokee in December. Last month right after the warranty ran out, and coincidently as I had scheduled in the first oil change, the Jeep began leaking oil (oil pan needed replacement) and it was getting louder/needed a new exhaust. Ron Booth and Dianne Lozeau made sure we were taken care of at not cost to us. Thank you very much for the support both during and after sale. It has been a pleasure knowing they take care of the customer at Lahti's. More
by LouisB
Employees Worked With
Ron Booth, Dianne Lozeau
April 29, 2017
There's a reason they've been in business so long! My Nissan lease was coming to an end and my husband and I started looking around at our options. My parents had recently purchased a Jeep and I had al My Nissan lease was coming to an end and my husband and I started looking around at our options. My parents had recently purchased a Jeep and I had always wanted one. We took a ride to Lahtis because our daughter had such a great experience with them. We remembered Dianne and what's more was she remembered us! She is a lovely person and very knowledgable. We instantly knew we were working with the right dealership. I couldn't be happier with my new Compass and I highly recommend Dianne Lozeau! More
by Sclark826
Employees Worked With
Dianne Lozeau
April 18, 2017
So Excited to Own a Wrangler! We are so happy with everything that Dianne Lozeau did to help us through this process. She helped me test drive 4 different models and gave us no pre We are so happy with everything that Dianne Lozeau did to help us through this process. She helped me test drive 4 different models and gave us no pressure at all. A Wrangler was our decision and she helped us build it online and delivered an even better deal than we originally signed up for. Everything was seamless and we truly believe that was all because of Dianne and her hard work. We will recommend her to everyone we know and will be back for more business in the future. More
by JENNIFER MACLEAN
Employees Worked With
Dianne Lozeau
April 08, 2017
Happy Trails to us! Love our new, first Jeep! We looked at many cars from many dealerships. When we went to Lahti's Jeep dealership, we knew we came to the right place. Love our new, first Jeep! We looked at many cars from many dealerships. When we went to Lahti's Jeep dealership, we knew we came to the right place. It is a small, friendly place, and our salesperson, Dianne, immediately made us comfortable. She was not pushy, but was informative and helpful. We ended up purchasing a new Jeep Renegade for a fair price. We would recommend this dealership to anyone who wants to actually enjoy buying their new car! More
by JeepJill
Employees Worked With
Dianne Lozeau
