Nils Sandstrom
Nils Sandstrom at J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville

Nils Sandstrom

Salesman-Freeport & Cedarville Stores

J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville

200 North Stephenson Street
Cedarville, IL 61013

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4.9
363 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

32 yrs, 2 mos

Industry Experience

38 yrs, 9 mos

4.9

363 Reviews

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363 Reviews of Nils Sandstrom

May 30, 2025

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I had a good experience purchasing my vehicle but when brought in on a warranty fix I had a few issues getting my car back. Everything was fixed pretty quick but was still a pretty frustrating situation. More

by Bradley
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Other Employees Tagged: Tim Border

May 29, 2025

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The dealer and my Representative Nils were great! I love the newer SUV too. I would definitely recommend them to anyone! More

by petergatsch
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Other Employees Tagged: Korey Korosec

May 22, 2025

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Nils and everyone at Barkau have always been very knowledgeable and polite to deal with. More

by Restewart10
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May 21, 2025

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My wife and I and our daughter and son in law have purchased 3 vehicles from Nils in the last 4 years. When we need another vehicle I’m sure we will look to Nils and Barkau for our needs. More

by philvittorio
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Other Employees Tagged: Korey Korosec , Jim Barkau

May 06, 2025

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4th vehicle we have purchased Adam Nils and crew are always very nice and friendly great place to buy a car!! More

by 1904lightsout
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May 01, 2025

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Nils was helpful and informative. The dealership has a great variety of vehicles to choose from. More

by rainydaygirl122
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April 29, 2025

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Nils was extremely helpful as was ever at Barkau! He showed me every quirk about the vehicle before I even purchased it. I am very impressed. More

by Noragogden
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Other Employees Tagged: Couy Barkau

April 04, 2025

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Nils Sandstrom and the Barkau team were great to work with. Great selection of vehicles to pick from! More

by rainydaygirl122
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April 02, 2025

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My son had his eye on a truck on the lot. Nils was very respondent and Louis worked hard to get us the best financing rates! Offered a fair amount for trade as well We left with one happy son More

by cparent71
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Other Employees Tagged: Louis and Matt

March 29, 2025

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Great selection! Everyone here is so helpful and friendly. Nils took a lot of time to make sure I found the right car for me. More

by Glowgirl1008Glowgirl
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