Barkau Automotive

05/08/2026

This Saturday 5/9 we will be closing at 1:00 pm due to a family event. Monday 5/11 service will be back open at 7:00 am and sales at 8:00 am returning to our regular hours to our regular hours going forward. Come see us early tomorrow morning, Thank you!!

04/18/2026

We are currently without power, phone service, internet and very spotty cell reception. We are open. If you need anything today please call Barkau CDJR @ 815.232.5141. THANK YOU to the 1st responders helping our neighboring towns and thank you for your patience and understanding

01/23/2026

WE ARE HIRING!!!

Barkau Automotive

01/12/2026

Today, we celebrate Andrea Heidenreich! She plays a crucial role at the Barkau Family of Dealerships, and her hard work doesn’t go unnoticed.

Andrea deserves recognition every day, but today, we want to highlight her exceptional contributions. Let’s toast to the person who keeps our running smoothly!

Happy Birthday, Andrea! We truly appreciate everything you do. May your special day be overflowing with laughter, delicious cake, and just the right hint of delightful chaos! 🥳🎂🎉🎁

01/09/2026

Happy Birthday to our Warranty and Parts Advisor, Gavin! You keep our parts in line and our customers smiling, all while reminding us that warranty claims are like fine wine—better when they age! We hope your birthday is filled with cake, laughter, just the right amount of “under warranty” surprises, and maybe a spare tire or two—— because you never know when you might hit a pothole of fun! Enjoy your special day and remember, age is just a warranty period that needs to be renewed! 🎉😁🎂🥳🚙

01/01/2026

Wishing you a Happy New Year from all of us at Barkau Automotive! As we turn the page to a brand new year, we hope your vehicles run as smoothly as your celebrations. May your resolutions be as strong as our engine oil and your journeys be filled with joy and adventure. Here's to a fantastic year ahead, full of safe travels and unforgettable road trips!

12/29/2025

Happy Birthday to Cam, our GM Certified automotive technician and all-around car whisperer! You’ve mastered the art of fixing engines and dodging birthday cake calories at the same time. Just remember, no amount of oil changes can fix the aging process, so don’t forget to put your car in “park” for a bit and enjoy your special day! May your day be filled with laughter, cake, and maybe even a few tire squeals! 🎉🎂😁🥳🚙

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at Barkau Automotive! May your holiday season be as smooth as a freshly waxed car and your eggnog be as strong as our engines!

12/22/2025

Today, we’re rolling out the red carpet for the dashing Couy Barkau, our very own kingpin player at Barkau Auto Group! If there were an award for ‘Most Likely to Save the Day While Looking Fabulous,’ Couy would win it hands down. He steps in wherever he's needed, often with a splash of flair! Happy Birthday, Couy! May your day be as phenomenal as your ability to make even a Monday seem like a Friday! Make it legendary! 🎉😁🎂🥳🚙

12/20/2025

Happy birthday to Justin Fryer, our Automotive Service Manager! As you celebrate another trip around the sun, we raise a wrench in your honor for your relentless dedication and expert skills in keeping our automotive service running smoother than a freshly oiled engine! We hope your day is filled with as much joy as a car finding the last parking spot on our lot! 😆🤣

Another year older and still managing to keep the gears turning! Just remember, age is like fine oil—it's all about how you filter it. Here’s to many more years of your expert craftsmanship, navigating challenges, keeping our customers happy, skillfully dodging those coffee spills, juggling keys like a circus performer, and navigating the ever-evolving world of automotive technology!

We appreciate everything you do for us and hope you enjoy this special day filled with laughter, love, and maybe even a few surprises! 🎂🎁🎉🥳