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Pilson Auto Center

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Sales hours: 8:00am to 6:00pm
Service hours: 7:30am to 5:30pm
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Monday 8:00am–6:00pm 7:30am–5:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am–6:00pm 7:30am–5:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am–6:00pm 7:30am–5:30pm
Thursday 8:00am–6:00pm 7:30am–5:30pm
Friday 8:00am–6:00pm 7:30am–5:30pm
Saturday 8:00am–4:00pm 7:30am–12:00pm
Sunday Closed Closed
New (217) 728-1684 (217) 728-1684
Used (217) 728-1688 (217) 728-1688
Service (217) 728-1685 (217) 728-1685

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About our dealership

This seller has been on Cars.com since February 2009.
If you're in the market for a Ford Lincoln Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM or Fiat you need to come into Dan Pilson Auto Center in Mattoon today. We stock a large selection of new and used cars at great prices. If you need assistance with choosing a new car obtaining financing or have service and repair questions our friendly and knowledgeable staff will get your questions answered. Our dealership is located in Mattoon but we proudly serve the Effingham Charleston Decatur Champaign IL area with Ford Lincoln Chrysler Jeep Dodge and RAM vehicles.
If It's Pilson....It's Possible!

Service center

Phone number (217) 728-1685

Service hours

Monday
7:30am–5:30pm
Tuesday
7:30am–5:30pm
Wednesday
7:30am–5:30pm
Thursday
7:30am–5:30pm
Friday
7:30am–5:30pm
Saturday
7:30am–12:00pm
Sunday
Closed

Reviews

(500 reviews)

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Salesman Peyton was great to work with.

Salesman Peyton was great to work with. I didn?t really know what I wanted other than I wanted a truck and my budget. Brought several things out to show me until we found something that checked all my the boxes. Would have given Customer Service 5 stars, but finance manager wasn?t very personable, almost rude when I asked a question.

Salesman Peyton was great to work with.

Salesman Peyton was great to work with. I didn?t really know what I wanted other than I wanted a truck and my budget. Brought several things out to show me until we found something that checked all my the boxes. Would have given Customer Service 5 stars, but finance manager wasn?t very personable, almost rude when I asked a question.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Customer service
  • Buying process
  • Quality of repair
  • Overall facilities
  • Overall experience 4.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Shopped for a used car
  • Did make a purchase
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Your satisfaction means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate you choosing Pilson Ford for all of your automotive needs. Please don't hesitate to call if you'd like further assistance.

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I was unsure if I would like my car in person and only

I was unsure if I would like my car in person and only had a break in my day to go drive it. Matt and Steve made sure I had plenty of time with the car and held off on the necessities until I could have more time to look everything over and complete the paperwork (in other words they allowed my concerns drive the interaction).

I was unsure if I would like my car in person and only

I was unsure if I would like my car in person and only had a break in my day to go drive it. Matt and Steve made sure I had plenty of time with the car and held off on the necessities until I could have more time to look everything over and complete the paperwork (in other words they allowed my concerns drive the interaction).

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
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  • Buying process
  • Quality of repair
  • Overall facilities
  • Overall experience 5.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Shopped for a used car
  • Did make a purchase
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Your satisfaction means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate you choosing Pilson Ford for all of your automotive needs. Please don't hesitate to call if you'd like further assistance.

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We recently purchased a 2022 Ford Explorer.

We recently purchased a 2022 Ford Explorer. A service light came on, and we brought the vehicle in. Excellent service! Kept us informed of the problem and when parts were available. Everything ended up covered under the extended warranty. We were extremely pleased with the service department!

We recently purchased a 2022 Ford Explorer.

We recently purchased a 2022 Ford Explorer. A service light came on, and we brought the vehicle in. Excellent service! Kept us informed of the problem and when parts were available. Everything ended up covered under the extended warranty. We were extremely pleased with the service department!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
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  • Buying process
  • Quality of repair
  • Overall facilities
  • Overall experience 5.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Came in for service or repair
  • Did make a purchase
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Your satisfaction is important to us, so we want to sincerely thank you for choosing Dan Pilson Auto Center Inc and we hope to see you again soon!

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Caution: Potential consumer deception alert!

Caution: Potential consumer deception alert! I narrowly avoided making a purchase after discovering discrepancies in the vehicle's advertised options totaling about $8,000. Despite catching the errors just before purchasing. I provided them with manufacturer based backup detailing why their statements are false. Shockingly, they persist in promoting the vehicle with misleading information, falsely claiming pricey options that are not actually included. Their excuse of "despite our efforts to provide the most current, accurate information, errors may appear from time to time" doesn't hold up when they knowingly advertise features worth about $8,000 that the vehicle lacks. Beware of their misleading tactics!

Caution: Potential consumer deception alert!

Caution: Potential consumer deception alert! I narrowly avoided making a purchase after discovering discrepancies in the vehicle's advertised options totaling about $8,000. Despite catching the errors just before purchasing. I provided them with manufacturer based backup detailing why their statements are false. Shockingly, they persist in promoting the vehicle with misleading information, falsely claiming pricey options that are not actually included. Their excuse of "despite our efforts to provide the most current, accurate information, errors may appear from time to time" doesn't hold up when they knowingly advertise features worth about $8,000 that the vehicle lacks. Beware of their misleading tactics!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
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  • Buying process
  • Quality of repair
  • Overall facilities
  • Overall experience 1.0
  • Does not recommend this dealer
  • Shopped for a used car
  • Did not make a purchase
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We've reached out to you multiple times to discuss your concern. The vehicle pricing is correct. Please contact us back at (217) 234-6461 so we can work towards a resolution. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Purchase Review

I?m happy with my purchase. It was a fairly easy process. There were a variety of vehicle to choose from.

Purchase Review

I?m happy with my purchase. It was a fairly easy process. There were a variety of vehicle to choose from.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
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  • Buying process
  • Quality of repair
  • Overall facilities
  • Overall experience 4.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Shopped for a new car
  • Did make a purchase
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Hello Adriene Higgins, thank you; we appreciate your feedback! Thanks again for your business and enjoy your new vehicle!

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Used 2021 Ram 1500 experience

Overall a good experience with this dealer, but there were a couple of rough spots. They have worked to correct these, and have fulfilled all their obligations on both the vehicle purchase and follow up service work.

Used 2021 Ram 1500 experience

Overall a good experience with this dealer, but there were a couple of rough spots. They have worked to correct these, and have fulfilled all their obligations on both the vehicle purchase and follow up service work.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Customer service
  • Buying process
  • Quality of repair
  • Overall facilities
  • Overall experience 4.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Shopped for a used car
  • Did make a purchase
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Dealer response

Kevin, thanks for your feedback and we hope you continue to choose Pilson Ford for all your vehicle needs! Take care!

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Ford Truck

Bought a 2021 Ford 150 , had a Ford 2012 that needed a lot of repair , it had 325,000 miles on it

Ford Truck

Bought a 2021 Ford 150 , had a Ford 2012 that needed a lot of repair , it had 325,000 miles on it

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
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  • Buying process
  • Quality of repair
  • Overall facilities
  • Overall experience 5.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Shopped for a new car
  • Did make a purchase
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Hi James, we are happy we could make your experience a positive one! Enjoy your new truck!

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2014 Ford F150 Fx4

The salesman Chris Miller is awesome. I have worked with him twice now on two purchases. Only issue I have is I feel like maybe the vehicle inspections and website listings could use some work. Last vehicle I got I had to bring it right back in the same day because it wasn?t running good and they had to fix it. This vehicle I just got there 2 issues I noticed right away. Not major issues but issues that should have been addressed and fixed before they even put the truck up for sale. The problem I have with the website listings is I experienced a little false advertising. It was listed to have remote start, and a sunroof/moonroof and it didn?t have either one. I feel like those are add ons they added to raise the value of the vehicle. If you?re listing a vehicle is equipped with something it should have it. Other than those 2 things the customer service was great.

2014 Ford F150 Fx4

The salesman Chris Miller is awesome. I have worked with him twice now on two purchases. Only issue I have is I feel like maybe the vehicle inspections and website listings could use some work. Last vehicle I got I had to bring it right back in the same day because it wasn?t running good and they had to fix it. This vehicle I just got there 2 issues I noticed right away. Not major issues but issues that should have been addressed and fixed before they even put the truck up for sale. The problem I have with the website listings is I experienced a little false advertising. It was listed to have remote start, and a sunroof/moonroof and it didn?t have either one. I feel like those are add ons they added to raise the value of the vehicle. If you?re listing a vehicle is equipped with something it should have it. Other than those 2 things the customer service was great.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Customer service 5.0
  • Buying process 5.0
  • Quality of repair
  • Overall facilities
  • Overall experience 4.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Shopped for a used car
  • Did make a purchase
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Great Service

Everyone was welcoming and very helpful! Great customer service and detailing crew (car was super clean)!

Great Service

Everyone was welcoming and very helpful! Great customer service and detailing crew (car was super clean)!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Customer service 5.0
  • Buying process
  • Quality of repair
  • Overall facilities
  • Overall experience 4.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Came in for service or repair
  • Did not make a purchase
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Dealer response

Hi Keri Baird, thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us at Dan Pilson Auto Center Inc. We're happy we could meet your expectations!

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A twenty year pilson auto buyer

I have purchased approximately 18-20 vehicles new and used at Pilson Auto in Mattoon il. I deal with Kristy G and Danny L all these years. They make the process simple with Zero pressure and deliver the vehicles to my door step. They both go out of their way to ensure I get a top quality vehicle at the best price and most importantly I trust them both. Quality vehicles, 5 star rating to their knowledge and willingness to give give top quality vehicles with top quality services. It?s the only place I shop

A twenty year pilson auto buyer

I have purchased approximately 18-20 vehicles new and used at Pilson Auto in Mattoon il. I deal with Kristy G and Danny L all these years. They make the process simple with Zero pressure and deliver the vehicles to my door step. They both go out of their way to ensure I get a top quality vehicle at the best price and most importantly I trust them both. Quality vehicles, 5 star rating to their knowledge and willingness to give give top quality vehicles with top quality services. It?s the only place I shop

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Customer service 5.0
  • Buying process 5.0
  • Quality of repair
  • Overall facilities
  • Overall experience 5.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Shopped for a new car
  • Did make a purchase
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Frank, thank you for being an outstanding customer over the years and hank you for your kind words and this wonderful review!

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