Nils Sandstrom
Nils Sandstrom at J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville

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Salesman-Freeport & Cedarville Stores

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville

200 North Stephenson Street
Cedarville, IL 61013

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4.9
420 Reviews

I was voted 2017 -2020 Best Car Salesperson by the Freeport Journal! I was born-and-raised here in Freeport and I have a beautiful wife and two great children. I have been selling cars for the last 39 years and have loved every second of it. I enjoy meeting new people and working hard to ensure that they are completely satisfied with their Vehicle purchase. I'm very involved in the community and serve as a member of Kiwanis International, Knights of Columbus, Eagles Club, Kiwanis and Elks Club. Contact me if you are looking for a great car buying experience!

Dealership Experience

33 yrs, 2 mos

Industry Experience

39 yrs, 9 mos

4.9

420 Reviews

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420 Reviews of Nils Sandstrom

March 17, 2026

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Once again it was nice doing business with the people at Barkau. It’s been a handful of purchases over the last 25-30 years. Nils was great as usual. It was also nice to meet Adam, who went “above & beyond More

by Brmitchell59
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Other Employees Tagged: Adam Sherman, Korey Korosec

March 16, 2026

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Mr Sandstrom went out of his way to help me find a vehicle that met my particular needs. With my limited mobility and specific monetary restrictions he was exceptional. Always courteous and helpful. W More

by marjb61
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Other Employees Tagged: Korey Korosec

March 14, 2026

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It is always a good experience buying a car with Nils. Always quick, easy, and painless. More

by wolverine.6.1.4.ld
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March 10, 2026

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Nils was very nice. .wasn't pushy. Honestly I was just going to look but then I test drove it..and thats all it took. I been looking at them for the last year. It was mea More

by nana-2008
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March 03, 2026

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I have worked with Nils, to buy several cars now. He is always easy to work with. More

by kmanthei56
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February 27, 2026

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The entire crew is helpful and efficient, not pushy. Prices are comparable to other dealerships. More

by twodacs
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Other Employees Tagged: Jose Cuatlatl

February 18, 2026

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We've bought a few cars from Nils and will probably return for more in the future. More

by smerse4
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February 09, 2026

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Offered me a great deal for my trade-in, very knowledgeable and friendly salespeople who helped me find a car more suited to me than the one I initially came in to drive! More

by ggusloff
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January 29, 2026

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Good people to deal with. Thank you Nils S and Jim B for making this deal More

by Walkers425
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January 28, 2026

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Nils always gets us what we want at the best deal. We appreciate your honesty and willingness to go the extra for us. More

by jammey78
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Other Employees Tagged: Mike Meyers

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