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Crown Automotive

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Sales hours: 8:30am to 6:00pm
Service hours: 7:30am to 5:00pm
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Monday 8:30am–6:00pm 7:30am–5:00pm
Tuesday 8:30am–6:00pm 7:30am–5:00pm
Wednesday 8:30am–6:00pm 7:30am–5:00pm
Thursday 8:30am–6:00pm 7:30am–5:00pm
Friday 8:30am–6:00pm 7:30am–5:00pm
Saturday 8:30am–5:00pm 7:30am–12:00pm
Sunday Closed Closed

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New (217) 615-1669 (217) 615-1669
Used (217) 718-3936 (217) 718-3936
Service (217) 731-4283 (217) 731-4283

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This seller has been on Cars.com since June 2016.
Crown Automotive is a dealership dedicated to delivering excellent cars trucks and SUVs to the community of Decatur. Open for over 29 years our Decatur dealerships have become a top destination for those seeking new and used cars for sale within Illinois. Our number one priority has always been our customers and we diligently work to make sure they are completely satisfied with their service at our dealership. We treat them like family and value the relationships we've built with each one. Crown has always been and always will be a Decatur dealership you can trust when it comes to all of your car needs.
A Berkshire Hathaway Company

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Phone number (217) 731-4283

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–12:00pm
Sunday
Closed

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(247 reviews)

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Long story short, I was talked down to by the mechanic.

Long story short, I was talked down to by the mechanic. Basically saying, I didn’t know what I was talking about.. I was also told I needed wipers. We put wipers on this summer. Between this and another issue that came up I questioned if they had even looked at the car. I then spent the rest of my day at another shop, making sure everything was done correctly. I don’t bring this up lightly because I am a longtime customer. I purchased the car in question brand new at their shop almost 4 years and my mother‘s car was purchased there before that. I don’t expect anyone to kiss my xxx, but there are ways to talk to people without berating them. Especially if you are working in the public sector.

Long story short, I was talked down to by the mechanic.

Long story short, I was talked down to by the mechanic. Basically saying, I didn’t know what I was talking about.. I was also told I needed wipers. We put wipers on this summer. Between this and another issue that came up I questioned if they had even looked at the car. I then spent the rest of my day at another shop, making sure everything was done correctly. I don’t bring this up lightly because I am a longtime customer. I purchased the car in question brand new at their shop almost 4 years and my mother‘s car was purchased there before that. I don’t expect anyone to kiss my xxx, but there are ways to talk to people without berating them. Especially if you are working in the public sector.

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  • Overall experience 1.0
  • Does not recommend this dealer
  • Came in for service or repair
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Took an hour and 45 minutes to rotate tires.

Took an hour and 45 minutes to rotate tires. I went on a Saturday and had an appointment, but it seems they’re very understaffed good workers, very attentive. I believe you’re short staffed.

Took an hour and 45 minutes to rotate tires.

Took an hour and 45 minutes to rotate tires. I went on a Saturday and had an appointment, but it seems they’re very understaffed good workers, very attentive. I believe you’re short staffed.

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  • Overall experience 3.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Came in for service or repair
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Appointment to replace headlight went smoothly.

Appointment to replace headlight went smoothly. The work was done quickly and efficiently. There were no surprises.

Appointment to replace headlight went smoothly.

Appointment to replace headlight went smoothly. The work was done quickly and efficiently. There were no surprises.

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  • Overall experience 5.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Came in for service or repair
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Dealer response

We sincerely value your feedback about your headlight replacement service. It's wonderful to hear that your scheduled appointment went so well and that our team was able to complete the work both quickly and efficiently. We understand how important it is to have a straightforward experience without any unexpected issues, and we're pleased that we met your expectations. Thank you for choosing Crown Nissan of Decatur for your automotive needs.

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LJ was helpful and took the time to show me many vehicles

LJ was helpful and took the time to show me many vehicles and answer my questions. They were also able to locate the car I was wanting.

LJ was helpful and took the time to show me many vehicles

LJ was helpful and took the time to show me many vehicles and answer my questions. They were also able to locate the car I was wanting.

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  • Overall experience 5.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Shopped for a new car
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Dealer response

We are glad to hear about your positive experience with our team. It sounds like LJ took great care in helping you explore different vehicle options and providing the information you needed to make an informed decision. We are pleased that we could help locate the specific car you were looking for. Your feedback about the helpful service and attention to detail means a lot to us at Crown Nissan of Decatur. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and look forward to serving you again in the future.

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They did an oil change and tire rotation.

They did an oil change and tire rotation. As usual they were quick and efficient. Great service department

They did an oil change and tire rotation.

They did an oil change and tire rotation. As usual they were quick and efficient. Great service department

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  • Overall experience 5.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Came in for service or repair
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Dealer response

We are ecstatic to hear about your positive experience with our service department! It's wonderful to know that we provided quick and efficient service for your oil change and tire rotation. Your feedback about our team's consistent performance means a lot to us. We truly appreciate customers like you who recognize our commitment to delivering reliable automotive care. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with others.

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They changed the oil and fuel filter and that's all They

They changed the oil and fuel filter and that's all They didn't take long to do it.

They changed the oil and fuel filter and that's all They

They changed the oil and fuel filter and that's all They didn't take long to do it.

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  • Overall experience 5.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Came in for service or repair
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Dealer response

We are delighted to hear about your positive experience with our oil and fuel filter service. Thank you for choosing us for your automotive service needs, and we look forward to continuing to provide you with reliable and prompt service in the future.

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Joe was extremely helpful, Mike the financial guy took

Joe was extremely helpful, Mike the financial guy took his time to explain everything to me. The entire team was kind and made sure that we all felt welcome and there was no pressure to pick a car.

Joe was extremely helpful, Mike the financial guy took

Joe was extremely helpful, Mike the financial guy took his time to explain everything to me. The entire team was kind and made sure that we all felt welcome and there was no pressure to pick a car.

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  • Overall experience 5.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Shopped for a new car
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Dealer response

Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're thrilled that Joe and Mike provided exceptional service and made you feel welcome with our no-pressure approach. Your kind words about our team mean so much to us. Thank you for choosing Crown Nissan of Decatur!

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Communication could have been much better.

Communication could have been much better. I was waiting for my car. Changing 4 tires took 3 hours!!???? Very little communication on extra time needed and why. Two sensors had to be replaced after mechanic spent 20 min trying to make old ones work. Result of work done by mechanic......All four sensors do not work when car starts up and only two are able to connect after driving over 1 mile from start. All four worked when i pulled into service garage initially. This mechanic took on another customer request while working on my car. So someone comes off the street and has immediate service given, and my car with an actual service appt had to wait? Job is calc'd at 1.8 hours. It doesn't take Napa an hour to deliver sensors!!

Communication could have been much better.

Communication could have been much better. I was waiting for my car. Changing 4 tires took 3 hours!!???? Very little communication on extra time needed and why. Two sensors had to be replaced after mechanic spent 20 min trying to make old ones work. Result of work done by mechanic......All four sensors do not work when car starts up and only two are able to connect after driving over 1 mile from start. All four worked when i pulled into service garage initially. This mechanic took on another customer request while working on my car. So someone comes off the street and has immediate service given, and my car with an actual service appt had to wait? Job is calc'd at 1.8 hours. It doesn't take Napa an hour to deliver sensors!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
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  • Overall experience 1.0
  • Does not recommend this dealer
  • Came in for service or repair
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Communication could have been much better. I was waiting for my car. Changing out 4 tires (buy 3 get 1 free) took 3 hours!!???? Very little communication on extra time needed and why. If i'd known more about the likely delay caused, I would have taken a shuttle home and used the time on other tasks. Two sensors had to be replaced after mechanic spent 20 min trying to make old ones work. As a result of work done by mechanic......now all four sensors do not connect when car starts up and only two are able to connect after driving over 1 mile from start. All four worked when i pulled into service garage initially. This mechanic took on another customer's impromptu request while working on my car. So, someone comes off the street and has immediate service given, and my car with an actual service appt had to wait? Job "Labor" is calc'd at 1.8 hours. It doesn't take Napa an hour to deliver sensors!! When I left, I explained to service manager it shouldn't have taken 3 hours just to replace 4 tires. NOTHING said. No sorry, no we'll try better next time, no NOTHING....just a stare. If Crown wants to make this good, I want them to contact another Nissan dealership, arrange for the work to be IDT'd back to Decatur....and allow me to go to the other dealership to rectify the sensors. My trust and patience with Crown has worn thin. I've never had any problem with Crown over the years. Steve is excellent to work with as was all previous service managers. I've also asked several people over the years to delete certain contact phone numbers off of my profile bcs they no longer exist. I see from the receipt (btw $1,088.20 spent!!) that those same phone numbers are STILL listed in your system. What does it take to get ANYONE to do their job right these days at Crown???? You lost Colin....you lost Brian.....

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Overall good experience.

Overall good experience. Helpful, not pushy, understood what I needed Walked in, got a car and walked out... that's all

Overall good experience.

Overall good experience. Helpful, not pushy, understood what I needed Walked in, got a car and walked out... that's all

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  • Overall experience 5.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Came in for service or repair
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Dealer response

We are absolutely thrilled to hear about your positive experience! It sounds like our team provided exactly the kind of service we strive for - being helpful without being pushy and truly understanding your needs. We're delighted that your visit was so straightforward and efficient, allowing you to find the right car and complete your purchase smoothly. Your feedback means a lot to us and reinforces our commitment to making car buying a pleasant experience for every customer.

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LJ did a great job, I am not sure why it takes so long,

LJ did a great job, I am not sure why it takes so long, that is not really his fault, it just is what it is.

LJ did a great job, I am not sure why it takes so long,

LJ did a great job, I am not sure why it takes so long, that is not really his fault, it just is what it is.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
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  • Overall experience 5.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Shopped for a new car
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Dealer response

We deeply cherish your feedback and are pleased to hear about your positive experience with our team member. It's wonderful that you received great service during your visit. We understand that timing can sometimes be a concern, and we appreciate your patience with our processes. Your recognition of the quality service provided means a lot to us at Crown Nissan. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us.

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