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JH Barkau & Sons Inc

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Sales hours: 8:00am to 7:00pm
Service hours: 7:30am to 5:00pm
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Monday 8:00am–7:00pm 7:30am–5:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am–7:00pm 7:30am–5:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am–7:00pm 7:30am–5:00pm
Thursday 8:00am–7:00pm 7:30am–5:00pm
Friday 8:00am–7:00pm 7:30am–5:00pm
Saturday 8:00am–4:00pm 7:30am–11:30am
Sunday Closed Closed
2025 state dealer award
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2025 state dealer award 2024 state dealer award 2023 state dealer award 2016 state dealer award 2015 state dealer award 2014 state dealer award 2013 state dealer award
2025 consumer dealer award 2024 consumer dealer award 2023 consumer dealer award 2022 consumer dealer award 2021 consumer dealer award 2020 consumer dealer award 2019 consumer dealer award 2018 consumer dealer award 2017 consumer dealer award 2016 consumer dealer award 2015 consumer dealer award

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(815) 599-1598 (815) 599-1598

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About our dealership

This seller has been on Cars.com since March 2004.
Since 1952 J.H. Barkau & Sons has stood behind our large selection of used vehicles. We are a customer focused and a family owned business. Our sales staff does not believe in pressuring our customers. Instead we want to earn your business by making sure each and every single one of our customers can find something that is right for them on our lot.
We have been voted "Best In Region" for the 19th Year in a row by local newspaper readers and named Dealer Rater Illinois Used Car Dealer of the Year for three straight years.
Voted "Best in the Region" for 19 years in a row!

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Phone number (815) 599-1598

Service hours

Monday
7:30am–5:00pm
Tuesday
7:30am–5:00pm
Wednesday
7:30am–5:00pm
Thursday
7:30am–5:00pm
Friday
7:30am–5:00pm
Saturday
7:30am–11:30am
Sunday
Closed

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(1,354 reviews)

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Tim Border helped me find my first ever car and was able

Tim Border helped me find my first ever car and was able to cut me a great deal! The car is amazing and I loved working with this dealership!

Tim Border helped me find my first ever car and was able

Tim Border helped me find my first ever car and was able to cut me a great deal! The car is amazing and I loved working with this dealership!

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Joe came out to me at the car I was interested he was

Joe came out to me at the car I was interested he was courteous, seemed to be genuinely willing to help me.The manager went through all the paperwork step by step with me , even was able to lower my finances rate . Last but not less Mr. Barkau came over to check and how I was making out with my purchase. I would definitely rate Barkau dealership of Freeport Ill. a big fat 10 . Thanks!!😃😃

Joe came out to me at the car I was interested he was

Joe came out to me at the car I was interested he was courteous, seemed to be genuinely willing to help me.The manager went through all the paperwork step by step with me , even was able to lower my finances rate . Last but not less Mr. Barkau came over to check and how I was making out with my purchase. I would definitely rate Barkau dealership of Freeport Ill. a big fat 10 . Thanks!!😃😃

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Tim Border was extremely helpful in assisting Paul and I

Tim Border was extremely helpful in assisting Paul and I in purchasing his vehicle. He answered all of our questions. Kory Korosec, Finance Manager was also very helpful. Thanks to both for a pleasant experience.

Tim Border was extremely helpful in assisting Paul and I

Tim Border was extremely helpful in assisting Paul and I in purchasing his vehicle. He answered all of our questions. Kory Korosec, Finance Manager was also very helpful. Thanks to both for a pleasant experience.

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Tim Border was extremely helpful, and easy to work with.

Tim Border was extremely helpful, and easy to work with. Perfect guy to help first-time car owners like myself. 😁

Tim Border was extremely helpful, and easy to work with.

Tim Border was extremely helpful, and easy to work with. Perfect guy to help first-time car owners like myself. 😁

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Tim Border has a calm deminer which made working with him

Tim Border has a calm deminer which made working with him very easy. He is knowledgeable about the vehicles he sells. He did not push to sell add-ons. Best vehicle purchase experience ever!

Tim Border has a calm deminer which made working with him

Tim Border has a calm deminer which made working with him very easy. He is knowledgeable about the vehicles he sells. He did not push to sell add-ons. Best vehicle purchase experience ever!

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Joe was incredibly helpful and kind.

Joe was incredibly helpful and kind. He wasn’t pushy at all and made it a lovely experience. Thanks so much Joe!

Joe was incredibly helpful and kind.

Joe was incredibly helpful and kind. He wasn’t pushy at all and made it a lovely experience. Thanks so much Joe!

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First class customer service.

First class customer service. Fair vehicle pricing. I have purchased 5 vehicles from J.H. Barkau and have no regrets. Satisfied with the vehicles and customer service every time!

First class customer service.

First class customer service. Fair vehicle pricing. I have purchased 5 vehicles from J.H. Barkau and have no regrets. Satisfied with the vehicles and customer service every time!

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Great place to purchase a vehicle.

Great place to purchase a vehicle. Nice people to work with that respected our time, didn't force additional packages and were there to take care of all our car buying needs. Tim Border is great and this is our second vehicle purchased with JH Barkau in Cedarville.

Great place to purchase a vehicle.

Great place to purchase a vehicle. Nice people to work with that respected our time, didn't force additional packages and were there to take care of all our car buying needs. Tim Border is great and this is our second vehicle purchased with JH Barkau in Cedarville.

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I am very pleased with the purchase of my Ford Transit.

I am very pleased with the purchase of my Ford Transit. Tim Border at J.H. Barkau in Cedarville was great to work with and I would recommend him and this dealership for anyone needing a new vehicle. I look forward to having more than enough seating for my large family!

I am very pleased with the purchase of my Ford Transit.

I am very pleased with the purchase of my Ford Transit. Tim Border at J.H. Barkau in Cedarville was great to work with and I would recommend him and this dealership for anyone needing a new vehicle. I look forward to having more than enough seating for my large family!

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Boughr just what I was looking for.

Boughr just what I was looking for. Thanks again. Nils is a A+ seller.Will possible buy again in the future.

Boughr just what I was looking for.

Boughr just what I was looking for. Thanks again. Nils is a A+ seller.Will possible buy again in the future.

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