Dealer Reviews
Service Reviews
Cars for Sale
Dealer Log In
All Salespeople
Sales Department
Lahti's Jeep
Leominster, MA
405 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.
Read More
This rating includes all dealership reviews, with more weight given to recent reviews.
Sales Price Transparency
Service Price Transparency
Trade-in Experience
Purchase Time
Finance Experience
Workmanship
Service Time
Service Communication
Hours
Sales/Showroom
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
Service
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
Parts
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
Filter Reviews by Keyword
By Type
Showing 405 reviews
December 12, 2021
Lahti’s jeep was a great place to purchase from Dianne did a great job at helping me pick a jeep and I didn’t even have to ask any questions because she already had answered everything thank you guys for did a great job at helping me pick a jeep and I didn’t even have to ask any questions because she already had answered everything thank you guys for being so nice and helpful! You guys rock! More
by Silvia Martinez
Employees Worked With
Dianne Lozeau
December 03, 2021
This was our first purchase from Lahti’s Jeep. I’m very pleased to say it was a no hassle and pleasant experience. The sale person was Jacob Newcomb who I would highly recommend. He never pressured us at a pleased to say it was a no hassle and pleasant experience. The sale person was Jacob Newcomb who I would highly recommend. He never pressured us at all. The vehicle we purchased has many new features and Jacob was very good at going through each one so we understood what they did. Many questions were asked and all were answered. So if you’re looking for a new Jeep go to Lahti’s see Jacob Newcomb. More
by bgag641
Employees Worked With
Jake Newcomb
November 13, 2021
In September we purchased a used vehicle from Lahti’s with Jake’s assistance. He was extremely helpful through the whole process. There were a few minor problems at first, purchasing a used vehicle, with Jake’s assistance. He was extremely helpful through the whole process. There were a few minor problems at first, purchasing a used vehicle, but Lahti’s stood behind their product. Jake went out of his way to make sure we were taken care of. I have been a customer of Lahti’s for over 50 years and I have never been disappointed. More
by Comfort
Employees Worked With
Jake Newcomb
November 13, 2021
My family has been working with Lahti’s for over 25 years and when I started working with them it truly was joining a family. I worked with Dianne and it was an easy and seamless process. Excellent as years and when I started working with them it truly was joining a family. I worked with Dianne and it was an easy and seamless process. Excellent as always!! More
by Ariana.e.casey
Employees Worked With
Dianne Lozeau
September 10, 2021
Offered us the best deal in the area on the lease of a factory ordered Wrangler. We worked with Wilson who was very professional and responsive. He also went above and beyond in helping support a series factory ordered Wrangler. We worked with Wilson who was very professional and responsive. He also went above and beyond in helping support a series of decisions around dealer installed upgrades! We appreciated the ability to do all the paperwork from home and enjoyed the smoothness of the transaction! More
by J. Kren
Employees Worked With
Wilson Stephens
July 23, 2021
Lahti’s Jeep was the only dealer within 200 miles that made the effort to work with me and my unique situation. I had to drive 2 1/2 hours to get here, but it was worth it. Diane was excellent to work wi made the effort to work with me and my unique situation. I had to drive 2 1/2 hours to get here, but it was worth it. Diane was excellent to work with. We really appreciate the extra effort. And we love our new Wrangler. More
by Mattandambermclean
Employees Worked With
Dianne Lozeau
July 04, 2021
I recently traded in my first Jeep as I wanted an upgrade. Wilson and JC were awesome! Kind, honest, and seamless. Great experience! Don't hesitate, stop in there. The owner is on the floor too ensur upgrade. Wilson and JC were awesome! Kind, honest, and seamless. Great experience! Don't hesitate, stop in there. The owner is on the floor too ensuring my needs were being met with a gentle smile and friendly approach. More
by Trish
Employees Worked With
Wilson and JC, Justin Cabezas
May 30, 2021
Everyone was excellent to work with! I have a very busy and complex work schedule. Dianne went above and beyond to ensure everything was ready and available when I could be at the dealership. They have gai and complex work schedule. Dianne went above and beyond to ensure everything was ready and available when I could be at the dealership. They have gained a customer for life! More
by Jesse
Employees Worked With
Dianne Lozeau
May 23, 2021
It was an old school, polite, family feel at Lahti's Jeep. It was such a pleasurable experience, that I would not only buy a vehicle again there, but I would highly recommend them to everyone. Jeep. It was such a pleasurable experience, that I would not only buy a vehicle again there, but I would highly recommend them to everyone. More
by cpattersondot
Employees Worked With
Dianne Lozeau, Justin Cabezas
