Turning customers into friends since 1934


Why the Knauz family of dealerships should be your #1 choice

  • The year was 1934,  when Karl Knauz the father of the current chairman, Bill Knauz, created the dealership that would bear his name for generations to come. After years of being a chauffeur, Karl opened a gas station in Lake Forest. Little did he imagine that his empire would come to be one of the most recognized dealerships in the country. Today, our franchises at our 30 + acre Autopark include: Mercedes-Benz, BMW, MINI, Land Rover, Hyundai and smart (with Mercedes-Benz going all the way back to 1959). They have weathered the good times and the bad, and done so with a smile.
 
Automotive leadership since 1934
  • Serving Chicago and the Northshore area since 1934
  • One of the oldest remaining Mercedes-Benz dealerships in the Country
  • Our newest franchise Hyundai has become one of the industries fastest growing car companies in the world.
  • One of the original smart car dealers in the country.
  • Proudly selling and servicing The Ultimate Driving Machine...BMW for over 40 years..
  • Awarded one of the original MINI franchises in the United States.
  • Land Rover Dealer for close to three decades, one of three original charter Land Rover Dealers in the United States.
 
Informative websites at Knauz.com
  • Newly redesigned sites, with expanded information available 24/7.
  • Schedule your service appointment online.
  • Mobile sites available for your smart phones.
  • Monthly sales, service, parts, and accessory specials available online.
  • New- The Knauz Autopark facebook fan page for the latest information on events and specials from around the Knauz Autopark. Become a fan.
 
Superior selection of the finest car lines in the world, with six franchises in one convenient Autopark locatio. With close to 600 vehicles available daily, the Knauz Autopark has something for everyone.

Mercedes-Benz - Leading through innovation.
  • Even more than its meticulous engineering, Mercedes-Benz is defined by its continuous innovation. Since inventing the car in 1886, we've simply never stopped reinventing it. What begins as a breakthrough becomes the standard for every car on the road. Mercedes-Benz has a history of making history. Since the first car, Mercedes-Benz has set the pace for what all cars might someday become. With an ongoing stream of firsts in safety, performance and driving enjoyment, it's an ever more exciting roadmap to the future. And while there's a neverending roster of new achievements, there's only one reason the world's first automaker remains first in innovation. Carl Benz said it best: "The love of inventing never dies."
BMW- The Ultimate Driving Machine
  • "We don't sell or service sports cars. We don't sell or service SUV's. We don't sell or service hybrids, and we don't sell or service luxury sedans,"  "We only sell and service one thing: BMW's... "The Ultimate Driving Machine."

MINI- Is a MINI right for you?
  • Only if you're a fan of incredible gas mileage, premium technology, legendary performance and smiling every day.
Land Rover- 60+ years and still going strong
  • The first Land Rover made its debut in 1948. It was designed with brilliant simplicity for extraordinary ability and unrivaled strength and durability. In fact, it is estimated that two-thirds of all these incredible vehicles are still at work ? many of them in some of the most extreme conditions and inhospitable places on earth.With the modern day Land Rover vehicles continuing the tradition of off-road excellence with all the confort you have come to expect in the original Luxury SUV.
smart car- Smart Decision
  • Since their U.S. debut the smart car continues to be one of the most fuel efficient vehicles available anywhere.
Hyundai- New Thinking. New Possibilities.
  • One of the fastest growing car companies in the world. Hyundai offers leading edge technologies such as Blue-Drive backed by America's Best Warranty.
Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles
 
Knauz North Value Priced Pre-Owned Vehicles
  • A great selection of Pre-Owned vehicles, most recently traded in on new BMW, MINI, Mercedes-Benz, MINI and Hyundai vehicles.
  • With a selection of budget and luxury vehicles to choice from, Knauz North features an indoor showroom, for your shopping comfort.
 
Exceptional selection of Certified Pre-Owned inventory available
  • Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles.
  • BMW Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles.
  • Land Rover Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles.
  • Hyundai Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles.
  • MINI-Next Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles.

Excellent financing options and resources available
  • Manufacturers' sponsored low APR programs.
  • We have access to many local and nationwide banks
  • Special Certified Pre-Owned APR programs maybe available.
  • Special Lease Programs maybe available.
  • Owner's Choice or Balloon programs maybe available.
 
State-of-the-art customer care center
  • Dedicated Service Client Care Advisers to help schedule your service appointment and keep you informed of the progress of your visit.
  • Dedicated Internet Client Care Advisers to answer your questions on any of our 600+ vehicles available online inventory.
 
Numerous awards for customer satisfaction and loyalty
     
    Service facilities that are second to none
    • Pioneers in the Complimentary Multi-Point vehicle inspection, providing you with a "Report Card" for your vehicle after each service visit.
    • Extensively trained and factory certified technicians with many being Master level technicians.
    • We use genuine factory parts.
    • We have the special tools and diagnostic equipment to keep your vehicle operating at its best.
     
    Courtesy loaner vehicles may be available for service appointments
    • When you set up your appointment for service, your client care advisor will do their best to accommodate your needs. While we will do our best to have a like brand vehicle available?there will be times when we will need to provide a rental vehicle for your use. This service is only provided to Knauz preferred customers and is not available in our collision and detail centers.
     
    Courtesy shuttle service to your workplace or home
    • When you drop off your vehicle for service, we offer complimentary shuttle transportation to your home, office or one of the local train stations. Our shuttle service operates Monday through Friday 7:30am to 4:30pm.
     
    Pick-Up And Delivery may be Available For Scheduled Service Visits
    • If you need to have your vehicle serviced, but circumstances prevent you from dropping your vehicle off, please speak to your Client Care Advisor. We will attempt to accommodate you and pick-up your vehicle and return it when the service is completed. This special service is only available to Knauz preferred customers.
     
    Knauz Parts, Accessories & Boutique Departments
    • All of our parts departments offer a full line of genuine factory parts and accessories for your vehicle. Whether you need a new set of wiper blades, a set of running boards or a factory authorized performance enhancement component, our factory trained parts personnel are here to assist you.
    • With almost $2,000,000.00 in parts and accessories inventory available daily it is likely your item will be in stock, in addition we can always special order any unique parts or accessory for you.
    • Competitive pricing on all tire brands along with special tire & wheel packages designed and approved for your vehicle.
    • Each of our dealerships also has their own boutique. In each of these boutiques you will find a nice selection of apparel and brand specific collectibles, including models, license plate frames and more. You may also want to consider one of our gift certificates for that die-hard car person you know.

    Expansive Collision and detailing center with our own vehicle or tire storage facility
    • We always offer free computerized estimates.
    • Ask about our Paint-less Dent Repair options.
    • We are a repair facility for Mercedes-Benz, BMW, MINI, Land Rover, Hyundai, General Motors, smart and other domestic and imported vehicles. We are authorized/certified by leading insurance companies throughout the United States. We are confident we can get you the most favorable adjustments available.
    • One of only a handful of repair facilities certified nationwide to work on aluminum body Mercedes-Benz and BMW models.
    • We provide detailing for all makes and models. Our services are competitively priced and our craftsmen are unparalleled. Our Detailing Center has been serving the North Shore and Lake County area for over 25 years.
    • Easy to schedule collision or detailing appointments at Knauz.com.
    • If you need to store your classic car, summer car, or simply own more cars than you have garage spaces, we can help via our Knauz North facility. We are the area's premier vehicle storage facility. We also your seasonal tires and snow tires. Our facilities are safe, secure and heated.

    Modern customer waiting centers
    • Business work areas
    • Children's play areas
    • Complimentary Wi-Fi Available
    • Refreshments
     
    Complimentary Customer vehicle wash with each service visit
    • (weather permitting)
     
    Complimentary Saturday vehicle wash
    • (weather permitting) with refreshments available to Knauz preferred customers
     
    Special Customer events throughout the year
    • Land Rover On and Off-Road Events.
    • MINI Road Rallies and Special Events.
    • BMW Special Preview Events.
    • Mercedes-Benz Salon Showings
    • Hyundai & smart Events
     
    Our newsletter E-mailed to you monthly with:
    • Special Service Savings Opportunities.
    • Special Sales Information.
    • Vehicle Previews and Information.
    • Local Restaurant Reviews
    • Special Safety Tips.
    • Vehicle Maintenance information.
    • Pets Available For Adoption.
    • Local Information and More.
     
    Community support and charitable endeavors
    • In an effort to be good corporate citizens, we support 60 charitable and community organizations