Basil Toyota

This review is a mix of highs and lows. Let’s start with the positives: Pros: Jim in Service was outstanding—informative, helpful, and someone I truly trust. My current car is waiting on a back-ordered part, and because of my confidence in Jim, I felt comfortable making the decision to buy a new car and eventually pass mine down to my daughter. The negotiation process was smooth. Mick and Nate were super helpful and efficient, making the purchase experience pleasant. Cons: Brandon, the warranty guy, was condescending and disrespectful. When I declined the warranty based on Consumer Reports reliability studies, he suggested I wouldn’t be in this position if I had purchased a warranty on my other car (which wasn’t true) and went so far as to call my decision "foolish." After spending over $30,000, that kind of treatment left a sour taste. Picking up the car was disappointing. Even though it was a certified gold vehicle, I drove off with the gas light on. Thankfully, Nate met me at a Speedway to fill it up, but it took away from the excitement of the moment. Cleanliness issues. Since taking the car home, I’ve found spider nests in the hatch molding and dog hair on the back seat upholstery—definitely not what I’d expect from a certified vehicle. Final Thoughts: I love the car, and 99% of the staff treated me well, but there were some frustrating and deflating moments in the process. The dealership does a lot right, but addressing these issues would make the experience much better.