Every great dealership has a great story behind its success. Colonial Toyota out of Milford, Connecticut, wears a special badge of honor when it comes to providing service and selection to customers throughout south-central Connecticut.
Learn more about us and our history by reading more!
In 1982, after having owned 10 New York dealerships, Robert E. Crabtree, Sr. partnered with Fred Haas who owned several Texas dealerships. They knew the marketplace in Connecticut could prove to be fruitful in the retail automotive industry.
Originally, Colonial Toyota resided in Stratford, but the store relocated to their current Milford location. Gannett Publishing Company once owned the property where two billboards stood. Many businesses bypassed the property, but Mr. Crabtree knew how to make it work and made a deal to buy it.
That was in 1985, and the building still stands to this day. Since then, we’ve changed the way car dealerships operate in Connecticut. We were the first dealership to open on Saturdays for service and also the first to spot-deliver cars.
We continue to strive for success and welcome you to the family.
We believe in providing amazing products and services for the most competitive prices.
Our customers depend on us to provide desirable and versatile vehicles and we deliver. We’re dedicated to being a one-stop shop for our customers, so you can buy your dream car and get it serviced and financed here, too.
Our dealership carries a slew of diverse Toyota vehicles as well as an ample inventory of used ones.
When you start looking around our showroom, you’ll notice plenty of best-selling Toyotas, including the Camry, Corolla, Highlander, Tacoma, and more. We even offer a range of electrified and hybrid vehicles like the bZ4x, Corolla Hybrid, and RAV4 Hybrid.
Car financing for you may look very different from any other car shopper. We make sure to review each shopper’s information and take their individual circumstances into account.
Your lease or loan package will be tailored to fit your needs. Fill out a finance application online to get started.
With a center devoted to service on our premises, your car can receive the attention and care it needs to go the extra mile. A team of automotive experts runs our service center and brings with them their extensive knowledge and comprehensive training to serve you.
At our service center, we provide all types of services for your car, from routine maintenance to more thorough repairs. Let our team know what they can do for you and your vehicle. They’re your best resource for upgrading, improving, and rehabilitating the performance of your automobile.
Colonial Toyota can be your place for all things Toyota in the Milford, CT, area. We’re here for you and your car’s needs, whatever they may be. We can show you how pleasant and productive a car-shopping experience can be, and we stick with you for expert service, as well.
Call or contact us online today!
The history of Colonial Toyota is a great story My father, Robert E. Crabtree Sr., who owned 10 dealers in New York, and Fred Haas, owner of multiple dealerships in Texas, became partners and acquired Ct. Operations in 1982. Colonial and Westport Toyota was a package deal. Colonial Toyota was a satellite store to Westport Toyota, and was located on Barnum Avenue Stratford. My father was a great visionary and when he recognized the marketplace, he knew Colonial Toyota could be a dominating retail automobile dealership, but that required moving to a better location.
The property as it stands today became available because of my father’s clever, tenacious approach. The property was owned by Gannett Publishing Co. and displayed two huge, old-style V-shaped billboards. The property was available, but nobody knew what to do with the challenge of the billboards. What appeared to be a challenging dilemma had a simple solution. I recall when he told me of the great location. The problem was how to get around the billboards. While he was driving down I-95, it dawned on him to make a deal with Gannett to buy the property. He constructed a modern, pylon-style billboard. What a win-win, because Gannett sold the property, yet still took advantage of the location and added two more billboards that still stand today.
Of course, the Crabtree Family was able to then relocate the diamond in the rough, Colonial Toyota to Milford, CT in 1985. The past 29 years, Colonial Toyota has changed the way the auto industry is conducted in CT. Colonial was the first dealer to open on Saturday for service, and the first dealer to spot-deliver cars. Our level of great success has opened the door for hiring. Hopefully, you will be part of our future success. I have an open-door policy, and sincerely welcome you to our family.
For great prices, high-quality vehicles and VIP customer service, look no further than Colonial Toyota. We are proud to be your family-owned and operated Toyota dealer in the Milford, CT, area and have served drivers from across the region find their dream car since 1982. At Colonial Toyota our mission is simple.
We believe in providing the best products and services for the most competitive prices. Our customers depend on us to provide the best and we deliver. At Colonial Toyota we are dedicated to being a one-stop shop for our customers. Here you can buy your dream car and get it serviced and financed here too. We have a full-service department on site which is staffed by Toyota factory-trained and certified service technicians.
Eddie Rivera
a week ago
Had the absolute best experience purchasing our car from Javier and team at Colonial Toyota! They were attentive and pleasant the entirety of our time there! 10/10 would recommend to anyone looking for new or used Toyotas!
Ronald Greenberg
a week ago
I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience I had over the weekend with my sales associate Elijah. Colonial Toyota and their staff are by far the best dealership I’ve come across ever. There’s no pressure to buy things you don’t need and the numbers given to you are spot on without any surprises or hidden fees. Keep up the great work everyone, I’ll be back in the future when my lease ends. God Bless
Althea Brown
a week ago
Steven Fabre offered me exceptional customer service! You made my experience at Colonial Toyota of Milford a memorable one!
Francisco C
a week ago
Muchas gracias a Jimmy y a Denio por esta 2025 TOYOTA TUNDRA. Fue un honor comprado un carro aqui en Toyota
CARLOS ANTUNES DE OLIVEIRA JUNIOR
a week ago
Agradeço a Deus por tudo🙏🏻 Muito obrigado Victor! Sucesso…. Gratidão 🙏🏻
Bipin joshi
a week ago
Steven Fabre is awesome! Highly recommend working with him here.
Mia Lupo
a week ago
My fiancé and I walked into the dealership without an appointment and we were quickly greeted by Javier. Javier listened to our needs and wasted no time in providing the right options for us—he made the process was easy and uncomplicated. Thank you Javier and Colonial Milford Toyota!
Luis Nelson
a day ago
Quincy was amazing and got my family our dream car
lissenellys valdez
19 hours ago
Eddie was the most amazing manager. He kept it transparent, which made the transaction smoother than anticipated. Not to mention, Quincy, he helped from the road test drive to getting the logistics aligned so I didn't waste any unnecessary time while at the dealership. This dealer is highly recommended. Loved you guys!
J. S.
2 days ago
I had the pleasure of working with Sayed at this wonderful establishment. His courteous, professional, and knowledgeable approach made me feel confident in my purchase. The entire team at Toyota creates such a welcoming and positive atmosphere that I felt welcomed in their dealership. I will definitely be returning for my next vehicle!
Rodrigo Sousa
3 days ago
Simplesmente a melhor experiência, e muito prestativo, Júnior Farias, the Brazilian salesman took care of my friend Monica by putting together a trade in deal and having her drive out the lot in a brand new Toyota, but that’s not all!! He didn’t just sell her a car , he took the time and went over line by line explaining everything along the way , much like a financial advisor and a car salesman all put together in one!! You can tell that he has the best interest of his costumers in mind while putting together a deal, the compassion and attention to detail and the warmth is out of this world. He explained to me His moto is to treat costumers like family members in such a way that those new members bring their respective family in to see him, I can tell his Toyota family is going to grow exponentially even further as he has just added a new brother and sister to the mix. Thank you 🙏 Junior Farias and Colonial Toyota for taking care of Monica!! And I will be back to trade in my accord for that new Camry XSE 🙌
Zach McCallister
4 days ago
Great experience, with Elijah and Gaby!
Erica Cuc
5 days ago
Gracias Jose Rodríguez por atendernos bien🙏
William Hunt
5 days ago
Great salesman
Luciana Cristina
5 days ago
I had an amazing experience with Tales. We went to Nissan first and they tried to push me on a car I didn’t like. When I got here Tales was very welcoming and friendly, he was the whole time with a big smile on his face and I felt understood. He wasn’t just trying to get my money, he was actually trying to find what was best for me and my family and he did. We are extremely happy and satisfied with our new vehicle and with the service we were offered.
FREE TO SAY WHAT I LIKE!!!!
5 days ago
Erick F & Steven Reyes fast service on RAV4 we got two today same color and save a lot on the deal .
Omar Bucardo
2 weeks ago
Gracias Jimmy por el excelente servicio que me brindó con la compra de mi camioneta
Jose Castellanos
2 weeks ago
Lo mejor de lo mejor the best gracias thanks Steven Reyes keep doing what you’re doing helping people I didn’t know that to buy a car was so easy you and your team are the best gracias a ti y a colonial team lo mejor en costumer service you’re the best son los mejores
Yolanda Alicea
2 weeks ago
The guys at Toyota Steven Reyes was very helpful in all he did for me I greatly appreciate Steven and his team Thank you Toyota
Carlos Vinícius
2 weeks ago
Great experience with Denio Gomes and Steven Fabre. They made very easy to buy a car. They treated me very well with every step. I recommend everybody to buy a car with them.
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