Used Cars Near Des Plaines, IL
9 miles from Des Plaines. About 18 minutes to Maxim Autos in Skokie. Every vehicle fully inspected, free CARFAX, same day metal plates.
Quick Answer
Maxim Autos is a used car dealer in Skokie, IL serving Des Plaines and the surrounding area. The dealership is 9 miles from Des Plaines, about a 18-minute drive. Current inventory includes 12 fully inspected used cars priced from $6,450 to $16,850. Every vehicle includes a free CARFAX report and same day metal plates are issued on the spot. Financing is available for all credit levels, including first time buyers. Located at 9101 Terminal Ave, Skokie, IL 60077. Call or text (847) 510-8947.
12 Vehicles Available Now
All fully inspected. No dealer fees. Free CARFAX on every car.
2020 Subaru Legacy Limited
182 hp 2.5L I4 • AWD
2016 Honda CR-V LX AWD
185 hp 2.4L I4 • AWD
2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek Premium
2L • AWD
2016 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring
2.5L I4 • 4WD
2016 Hyundai Elantra Value Edition
145 hp 1.8L I4 •
2017 Honda Civic EX-L w/Navigation
174 hp 1.5L I4 •
* Est. payment based on 10% down, 9.9% APR, 60-month term. For illustrative purposes only. Actual terms vary by credit.
Why Des Plaines Buyers Choose Maxim Autos
Des Plaines residents who have grown frustrated with the high-pressure, high-fee dealer lots near Rand Road and O'Hare regularly make the 18-minute drive southeast to Maxim Autos for a different experience. Jerry Franco operates the dealership himself, which means no commission-driven pressure, transparent pricing, and a straightforward transaction without surprise charges at signing.
- gpp_good Independent inspection report included with every vehicle
- description Free CARFAX vehicle history report on every car
- credit_card Metal plates on the spot. Skip the DMV.
- visibility No hidden fees. No dealer fees. Upfront pricing.
- account_balance Financing for all credit levels, including first time buyers
- person Deal directly with Jerry, the owner. No salespeople.
navigation Directions from Des Plaines
From Des Plaines, take Touhy Avenue east or Devon Avenue east toward Skokie. Follow Touhy or Devon east to Skokie Boulevard, then head north to Dempster Street and east to Terminal Avenue. Alternatively, take I-294 south to I-94 east to the Dempster Street exit. Google Maps: 9101 Terminal Ave, Skokie, IL 60077.
9101 Terminal Ave, Skokie, IL 60077
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What Des Plaines Drivers Should Know
Des Plaines drivers have two easy ways in. Take Golf Road east into Skokie past Westfield Old Orchard, then drop south on Skokie Boulevard to Dempster Street and follow it to Terminal Avenue, or pick up Dempster Street on the south side of town and ride it east the whole way. Both routes run about eighteen minutes and skip the tollway entirely.
A lot of our Des Plaines customers work around O'Hare: airline crews, warehouse staff, hotel and restaurant people with shifting schedules who cannot afford a car that fails on a 4 a.m. start. They need dependable transportation at an honest price, and that is precisely the inventory we keep, fully inspected vehicles from the $5,000 to $15,000 range we buy in. In stock today: 12 cars, $6,450 to $16,850. Financing through established lenders is open to every credit level, and each application gets an individual review.
The difference shows up at the paperwork stage. The advertised price is the complete price, with no dealer fee or documentation charge added at the end, and every car carries its independent inspection report and CARFAX history. Registration happens at our desk, not at a state facility: metal Illinois plates go on before you pull off the lot. For a buyer juggling shifts near the airport, finishing the whole purchase in one evening visit matters, and that is how we built the process.
Common Questions from Des Plaines Buyers
How far is Maxim Autos from Des Plaines, IL?
Maxim Autos is about 9 miles from Des Plaines, roughly an 18-minute drive southeast via Touhy Avenue or Devon Avenue. The dealership is at 9101 Terminal Ave, Skokie, IL 60077.
Is the drive from Des Plaines to Maxim Autos worth it?
Many Des Plaines buyers say yes. The combination of transparent pricing with no dealer fees, free CARFAX on every vehicle, independent mechanical inspection reports, Illinois' statutory 15 day / 500 mile powertrain protection on qualifying cars, same day metal plates, and financing for all credit levels is not commonly found at the larger dealer lots near O'Hare. The 18-minute drive saves buyers from the typical dealer markup and add-on fees.
Does Maxim Autos charge dealer fees for Des Plaines buyers?
No. Maxim Autos does not charge dealer fees, documentation fees, or any hidden add-ons. The vehicle price is the price. Des Plaines buyers pay the vehicle price plus standard Illinois tax and title. Nothing else.
Can Des Plaines residents get same day metal plates at Maxim Autos?
Yes. Maxim Autos is a fully licensed Illinois dealer that processes registration and issues metal license plates at the dealership on the day of purchase. Des Plaines buyers drive home the same day without needing to visit the Illinois Secretary of State office.
What used cars are available near Des Plaines under $15,000?
Maxim Autos specializes in fully inspected used cars in the $5,000 to $15,000 range. In stock today: 12 cars, $6,450 to $16,850. All vehicles come with free CARFAX reports. Current inventory includes SUVs, sedans, and wagons. Browse online or text Jerry at (847) 510-8947 for current availability.
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Ready to Make the Trip from Des Plaines?
Text Jerry first and he will have everything ready when you arrive. 18 minutes and you could drive home with plates today.