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Just 2 miles from Lake Grove to North Shore Chevrolet of Smithtown in St James — about a 7-minute drive. New Chevrolet models, certified pre-owned inventory and current offers.
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Chevrolet Traverse
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Chevrolet Silverado 1500
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Chevrolet Equinox EV
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Chevrolet Blazer EV
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Chevrolet Silverado EV
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North Shore Chevrolet of Smithtown dealership in St James, NY
Honesty and value are central to how the store does business, from the first conversation through paperwork. If you're cross-shopping dealerships, it's worth seeing what a short drive over actually gets you.
From Lake Grove, it's about 2 miles and 7 minutes west on Middle Country Rd to the dealership in St James. Nearby you'll find Robert J. Henke Nature Preserve Passive Park and Olga Wilk Park, with Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park, The Long Island Museum, and Stony Brook Grist Mill all close enough to make a stop of it. It's a short enough trip that you can swing by on a break and still get back to Lake Grove without losing your afternoon.
What Customers Say

4 from 1,559 Google reviews

"A great experience truly makes a difference. Walking into Chevrolet of Smithtown we immediately gravitated toward the absolutely stunning brand new Traverse. Alex Mora quickly approached us, ready to answer any questions we had, with knowledge and confidence in the product."
— Brianne Walsh
"I had an excellent experience purchasing my vehicle at Smithtown Chevy. From start to finish, the entire process was smooth, straightforward, and genuinely enjoyable. A huge part of that experience was Joe, my salesman. Joe was exceptional—professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and never pushy."
— Joe
FAQ

Common questions

Do you hold a car for somebody driving in?

Call the store directly and ask about the specific vehicle you want - that's the fastest way to get a real answer rather than guessing. Policies can depend on the vehicle, so it's worth confirming before you make the drive.

What do I need to bring to test drive?

A valid driver's license and proof of insurance are the basics, the same items worth having ready before you head over. It's also smart to bring your trade-in information if you're planning to discuss one that day.

Can I start the paperwork before I arrive?

You can get groundwork done ahead of time by lining up your trade-in details and a financing pre-approval before you come in. Call the store to ask what can be handled over the phone or online in advance of your visit.

What it is like buying from North Shore Chevrolet of Smithtown

Buying here starts with a conversation about what you actually need, not a script. Honesty and value are central to how the store does business, and you'll notice it in the pacing - nobody rushes you to a number before you've driven the car. Reviews land at a 4 out of 5 average across 1,559 of them, which is typical for a dealership this size: most describe a straightforward process with a knowledgeable salesperson, a few describe a rougher experience, so it's worth reading a handful before you go. If a specific name comes up more than once in the reviews you like, it's fair to ask for that person when you call to set up a visit. Come with your own priorities - trim, color, budget range - and let the salesperson work around those instead of steering you toward whatever's easiest to move that week.

What to sort out before you drive over

Sort out a few basics before you drive over, and the actual visit moves faster. Your trade-in's year, mileage, and condition, plus whether there's a loan still being paid off on it. A valid driver's license and current proof of insurance, since you'll need both to test drive. A realistic budget range, including what you want a monthly payment to land near if you're financing. Any trim, color, or feature preferences, so the salesperson can tell you honestly what's realistic. A pre-approval from your own bank or credit union if you want something to compare against what's offered here. Your current registration, in case the paperwork moves ahead the same day.

What the trade-in process looks like

Trading in a vehicle here means getting it looked at before any numbers get discussed on the new car. The technicians who look it over are GM factory-trained World Class and Master Class service techs, the same ones who work on cars in the service lane, so the inspection isn't a guess. Bring your title or loan payoff information, your registration, and both sets of keys if you still have them - a missing key or a lien on the title just slows things down. Ask directly how the trade-in value gets applied to the price of the new vehicle, and ask how a trade-in affects the taxable price before you sign anything. If you're not sure the number is fair, there's no harm asking for the breakdown in writing so you can compare it against another offer.

What happens on a first visit

A first visit usually starts with a walk around the lot or a look at what you came in for, followed by a test drive if a vehicle is set up to show you. The store has a drive-in service lane, so if you're bringing a trade-in or a current vehicle that needs a quick look while you're there, it's set up for that kind of stop. Expect a conversation about numbers only after you've actually seen and driven something, not before. Bring your paperwork from the sections above, and expect the visit to take a while if you're comparing trims or waiting on financing details. If you only have a short window, say so up front and the visit can be shaped around that.

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920 Middle Country Rd
St James, NY 11780
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