Yard report from Cicero, IL: Windy City Wholesale Cars runs about 92 vehicles, weighted toward budget commuter cars. Dealer permit posted at the office window; checked against the state board and it is current, roughly 26 years on the books.
Lot address: 145 Value St, Cicero, IL. Visitor parking: Front-lot customer stalls facing the office; overflow on the side street near Cicero lot gate.
- Doc fee: $449, printed on the buyer's order — not a surprise line at signing.
- Pre-purchase inspection allowed on their lift or off-site — no pushback.
- Titles: staff says about 80% of units have title in hand; they showed the folder when asked.
- Coverage: no warranty — as-is, but any inspection welcome.
Lane verdict: workable but negotiate. The metal is fine; the add-on sheet (etch, nitrogen, prep) is where they make their margin. Strike the soft add-ons and the deal pencils.