JOE BAKER
Sales Consultant-Freeport/Cedarville
J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville
200 North Stephenson Street
Cedarville, IL 61013
I’ve been in the car business since 2007, spending about 17+ years at a Ford dealership before making the switch to J.H. Barkau and Sons. My time with Ford taught me a ton about helping folks find the right ride, whether it’s a brand-new model or a trusty used vehicle. Now at J.H. Barkau and Sons, I’m excited to bring that experience to help you find exactly what you’re looking for. I pride myself on providing an exceptional customer experience, ensuring each customer feels valued and confident in their purchase. I’m all about making sure you feel great about your choice and enjoy the car-buying process.
Read moreDealership Experience
2 yrs, 5 mos
Industry Experience
19 yrs, 7 mos
Languages Spoken
English
83 Reviews
Write a Review83 Reviews of JOE BAKER
September 12, 2026
Joe was fantastic! He helped me buy a car for my mom! He was so nice and explained everything we needed to know about the process. Thanks so much for a wonderful experi He helped me buy a car for my mom! He was so nice and explained everything we needed to know about the process. Thanks so much for a wonderful experience. I would absolutely buy again. More
Other Employees Tagged: Korey Korosec
September 11, 2026
What an amazing experience. I live in Wisconsin. The vehicle I chose was at the Freeport lot. When I called I spoke with Joe. He was exceptional! I had a zillion questions and c I live in Wisconsin. The vehicle I chose was at the Freeport lot. When I called I spoke with Joe. He was exceptional! I had a zillion questions and called several times and at different times throughout the days ahead. He answered my calls within TWO rings or called me back within minutes. The service I received from that point was the best I had ever experienced. I drove 2 hours to test drive the van and when I pulled up the van was up front waiting for me. Joe quickly came out and showed me the van. I had questions about the working of the van and some he wasn't sure of so he went and within minutes came back with a man who had also the answers to my question. I frimly believe that the smartest person in the room is the person who knows what they don't know and asks for help. He did just that. Then I met Rick and I quickly understood where the uplifting spirit came from. His man is sooo positive and friendly. He came out. introduced himself and gave special attention to my dog who came with me. Insisted my pup came inside and out of the heat. He then then came back with a bowl of water for her and asked if she would like ice in it. We sat and talked for awhile about his dog passing and I found a new friend! When I test drove the van and the check engine light came on. Told Joe and he made sure to have it taken care of. I took the van to the garage where the exceptional care continued. The man I first spoke with (cant recall his man) was upbeat , imformative and reasurring. I told him that one of the key fobs was starting the car but not opening the door. When my van was finished Marcy (What a sweetheart) came to let me know. The young man at the counter handed me my two key fobs (surprised me by fixing the one I had a problem with) and had my van waiting for me. I asked what I owed and he said there's no charge. I was shocked ! That's service with a smile. I have bought many vehicles in my lifetime and never had such a wonderful smooth experience. I also want to touch on the waiting area at this garage. When I was directed to that area to wait, I thought, here we go. I walked in and WOW! There was seating with tables and comfortable chairs. There was a charging station for electionics, a tv, FOOD. Many snacks and drinks all compliments of Barkau. The cherry on the cake was the the dogs that greeted you. One with a ball in her mouth. You can't make this up, but thrilled to have experienced it. I will happily drive the two hours again the next time I need a vehicle. Thank You to all who made my experience worthy of returning. More
July 07, 2026
Bought a Nissan rogue and was impressed by clear communication and their ability to identify problems and then immediately resolve them communication and their ability to identify problems and then immediately resolve them More
Other Employees Tagged: Korey Korosec
June 26, 2026
It was a truly wonderful experience. Tim provided exceptional assistance, going above and beyond to help me acquire the car I desired. He thoroughly explained all the functionalities and Tim provided exceptional assistance, going above and beyond to help me acquire the car I desired. He thoroughly explained all the functionalities and promptly responded to my calls and messages. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience, and I wholeheartedly recommend visiting Tim at J.H. Barkau & Sons. More
Other Employees Tagged: Tim Border
June 18, 2026
Gave us a heads up on a specific model they got in that we were looking for. Very easy process, no pressure. Always stood behind their cars in the past, made things right. we were looking for. Very easy process, no pressure. Always stood behind their cars in the past, made things right. More
June 12, 2026
My family and I have been buying cars from the Freeport and Cedarville Barkau for many years and we’ve never had an issue! They’re extremely reliable and reasonable with their prices. Always happy to do bu and Cedarville Barkau for many years and we’ve never had an issue! They’re extremely reliable and reasonable with their prices. Always happy to do business with them. More
March 23, 2026
Tim was very helpful and got me one xxxx of a good deal on the car that I wanted, would return 10 out of 10!!! on the car that I wanted, would return 10 out of 10!!! More
Other Employees Tagged: Rick Barkau, Willie Barkau, Nils Sandstrom, Tim Border, Chad Piefer, Adam Sherman, Zach Tobler, Korey Korosec, Jose Cuatlatl

