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A-1 Automotive works with financing partners to help buyers secure loans for cars and trucks. Contact A-1 Automotive to ask about current financing promotions, available lenders, and whether pre-qualification is available. You can also use Searchshop's built-in payment estimator on any listing to model monthly payments before reaching out.
A-1 Automotive is located at 837 Pennsylvania St,, Lawrence, Kansas, 66044. They serve buyers in Lawrence, Kansas and surrounding areas.
A-1 Automotive specializes in cars and trucks. Browse their full inventory on Searchshop to see all available listings with year, make, model, photos, and pricing.
You can contact A-1 Automotive through the contact form or reveal their phone number on their Searchshop profile page. Include the year, make, and model you are interested in for a faster response.
Many auto dealers accept trade-ins as part of a purchase. Contact A-1 Automotive directly to ask about their trade-in program, how they value trade-in units, and how a trade-in would apply toward your next auto purchase.
Shopping for a vehicle at A-1 Automotive in Lawrence, Kansas? Follow these steps to buy with confidence.
Pull the vehicle history report
Run a CARFAX or AutoCheck report using the VIN before you visit. Look for accident history, odometer rollbacks, and title brands like salvage or flood. Ask A-1 Automotive if a report is available for any listing.
Take a thorough test drive
Drive on both city streets and the highway. Accelerate hard. Brake firmly. Listen for any clunks, vibrations, or warning lights. Test the AC, heat, and all electronics during the drive.
Inspect for hidden wear
Check for uneven panel gaps, mismatched paint, or overspray — signs of past bodywork. Push on each corner of the car to test the shocks. Look underneath for frame damage, fluid leaks, or rust.
Get a pre-purchase inspection
Have a trusted mechanic inspect any used vehicle before you buy. A $100–$150 PPI can uncover issues that save you thousands. Ask A-1 Automotive if a third-party inspection is permitted.
Negotiate the out-the-door price
Focus on the total out-the-door price, not the monthly payment. Understand every fee on the sales contract before signing. Dealer add-ons like paint protection and VIN etching are negotiable at A-1 Automotive.
Auto financing is competitive. A little preparation before visiting A-1 Automotive in Lawrence, Kansas puts you in a stronger position.
Typical Loan Terms
48 to 72 months is most common. Shorter terms cost less in total interest.
Down Payment
10% to 20% down reduces your monthly payment and improves your loan terms.
Pro Tip
Get pre-approved by your bank before visiting A-1 Automotive — it gives you a rate to compare against dealer financing.
Get pre-approved by your bank or credit union before visiting A-1 Automotive. It takes 15 minutes and gives you a rate benchmark. Dealer financing can sometimes beat bank rates — but only if you have a number to compare against.
A-1 Automotive is a auto dealer in Lawrence, Kansas listed on Searchshop. Browse their full cars and trucks inventory, view detailed photos, compare prices, and get in contact directly from this page. Searchshop aggregates auto dealer listings across the country so you can compare stock and pricing in one place before you visit or call.
Buyers in and around Lawrence, Kansas can browse the full inventory at A-1 Automotive, read verified buyer reviews, and reach out through the contact form on this page. Each listing at A-1 Automotive shows year, make, model, condition, mileage or hours, and current asking price. Use the monthly payment estimator on any listing to model financing before stepping on the lot.
The inventory at A-1 Automotive is updated regularly on Searchshop. Each listing shows high-resolution photos alongside the year, make, model, trim, and price. Mileage, condition notes, and available options are listed on each vehicle detail page. A built-in loan calculator lets you estimate your monthly payment based on purchase price, down payment, and loan term before you call or visit. Save listings you like to compare them side by side. If a unit you are interested in is no longer showing, contact A-1 Automotive directly — dealers often have incoming trades and new arrivals not yet listed.
Buying from a local auto dealer in Kansas has practical advantages. Local dealers handle state title, registration, and sales tax in-house. Warranty and service work are easier to coordinate nearby. Local dealers carry inventory suited to the region — autos suited to local roads and conditions. Visiting in person lets you inspect and test ride before you commit. Use the Searchshop dealer directory to compare Kansas auto dealers by city, brand, or inventory.
Use the contact form on this page to ask about a specific listing, request more photos, or schedule a visit. Include the year, make, and model for a faster response. Ask about trade-in valuations, financing promotions, and upcoming inventory. A-1 Automotive is in the Searchshop auto dealer directory serving Lawrence, Kansas and surrounding areas. Browse other auto dealers on Searchshop to compare inventory and pricing near you.
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Tim is literally the best car fixer upper ever you guys. Like seriously… this review that I am currently leaving is totally wayyyy long over due; liiike 25 years overdue so I pretty much suck, but let me tell ya, Tim doesn’t. So, it’s either A1 or be square. And ew! No one likes a square. Tim really knows his stuff, and it baffles me that all the other shops out there think for one second they can compete. But hello! Newsflash! You can’t compete with what’s the best, what’s always been the best, and what will always be the best. Sorry I’m not sorry! However, you most certainly will be if you choose anyone other than A1 Automotive. TL;DR: If you don’t go to A1 AUTOMOTIVE to repair your oil pan thing after ramping some crazy railroad tracks that really did (and still do) exist, well, then…. You can’t sit with us. Your current automotive repair shop = so not fetch.. A1 Automotive? Invented ‘fetch’. Yay, Hooray & Woohoo for A1 AUTOMOTIVE! Thanks for all those cars you ever fixed for me Tim. I came across this website and felt you truly deserve a 5 star review from your favorite of the four girls! Me! KIMMI! - KIMMI SPANGLER 🥰
Do not take your car here, the owner does not know what customer service is. Blowing cigarette smoke in your face, will continue to argue with you after you have repeatedly said no to his extra services he wants to do just for an extra buck. This is an only cash and check business, I brought cash and the owner Tim “doesn’t know” if he has cash back to give me. Simply ridiculous and embarrassing to run a business like this, do better.
READ THIS REVIEW BEFORE TAKING YOUR VEHICLE HERE. THIS IS ALL 100% TRUE: It took MONTHS for them to complete repairs. The repairs to my transmission failed in a few weeks. It took them 6 weeks to complete the repairs on my vehicle for the second time. Then, the repairs failed after 20 hours. After 3 weeks of waiting for further repairs, I gave up and retrieved my vehicle to trade it in and buy a new one. At one point, I was unable to reach anyone by phone for days on end. The owner REFUSED to give me a timeline, and even YELLED AND CUSSED at me at one point for asking. My vehicle sat in his lot untouched for OVER A MONTH. I called another time and no one seemed to know that my vehicle was even there to be repaired. THEY BROKE MY RUNNING BOARD AND DENIED IT. These guys just honestly don’t care. They are unprofessional, rude, and probably the worst mechanics in Lawrence in terms of performance and customer service. In all, I think Tim (the owner) gave me 10-15 excuses for why he couldn’t complete any repairs in a reasonable timeline. This place is a joke, go anywhere else.
My friend's alternator died and Tim and his workers went above and beyond to help us, staying open more than 3 hours past closing to fix it. Everyone was very nice and helpful and as two college age girls we felt like we could rest easy know that our car would be fixed. 11/10 would recommend.
Tim has been a life long family friend. He has always been in the elite ranks of professional race cars drivers & car designers/builders. With that knowledge, whatever he repairs or rebuilds, just gets that extra touch of being upgraded and improved that makes it shift better, run stronger, or last longer... things that an average mechanic will never accomplish.
