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Chicago to Quincy · Car-buying guide
The right car might be one train ride away.
Shopping for a used car in Chicago? Hess Auto Agency in Quincy, Illinois is an option worth comparing—especially when the equipment, condition and price of a particular vehicle make it stand out. Browse first, ask every question, then visit our main lot with confidence.
Main location: 1124 N 24th St, Quincy, IL 62301 · Station pickup by prior arrangement
Serving drivers since 1985
See equipment and pricing before you travel
A short drive from Quincy Amtrak station
A better match matters more than a bigger market
Why shop Hess Auto Agency from Chicago?
Chicago has plenty of cars to choose from. But the best match for a specific trim, color, equipment package, condition or budget isn't always the closest one. Our goal is to give you enough information to decide whether the trip makes sense before you take it.
A true price comparison
Ask for an itemized purchase breakdown and compare it against similarly equipped Chicago listings, including vehicle history, condition, taxes and fees. A lower asking price alone is not the full picture.
Details before the journey
Request close-up photos, a walkaround video, vehicle-history information and answers about options or known imperfections before setting a travel date.
Look beyond the model name
Compare the actual equipment.
A feature-by-feature comparison with a Chicago-area listing is more useful than comparing two model names or sticker prices alone. Ask us about the equipment that matters to you.
Compare features and packagesLook at drivetrain, seating, driver-assistance features, premium audio and the exact trim.
Compare condition and total costReview mileage, available history, condition, taxes and fees alongside the asking price.
Inventory and prices change. Review live listings and request a written purchase breakdown before making travel plans.
Shop before boarding
Do the research from home. Not from our parking lot.
Browse Hess Auto Agency's main-lot inventory online. You can also use Discount Auto Quincy's combined inventory page and select Hess Auto Agency in the Location filter.
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Choose a few vehicles
Send us links or stock numbers, along with your must-have features.
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Review the details
Ask about condition, records, equipment, financing and any questions that could change your decision.
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Confirm availability and cost
Request a current price and itemized out-the-door estimate for your situation before booking travel.
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Set a firm appointment
Tell us you're coming from Chicago and whether you'll need pickup at Quincy Amtrak station.
Getting here is straightforward
Chicago Union Station to Quincy by Amtrak
No need to drive a car to the dealership just to drive another one home. Take a direct train from downtown Chicago, and we can arrange pickup at the Quincy station with advance confirmation.
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Depart Chicago Union Station (CHI)
Board at Chicago Union Station, 255 S. Clinton St. in downtown Chicago. Choose Quincy, IL (QCY) as your destination.
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Ride direct to Quincy (QCY)
The Carl Sandburg and Illinois Zephyr run along the Chicago–Quincy corridor. Check Amtrak for current departures and journey times for your travel date.
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Meet us at the station
The Quincy station is near N 30th Street and Wisman Lane, a short drive from our main lot. Request station pickup when scheduling, and wait for confirmation of who will meet you.
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Arrive at Hess Auto Agency
We'll meet at 1124 N 24th St, Quincy, IL 62301 to look over the vehicle and take a test drive.
Once you're here
Take a look. Take a drive. Make your decision.
You shouldn't need to commit to a vehicle sight unseen just because you traveled to see it. Here's the visit we recommend planning ahead of time.
STEP 01
Inspect the vehicle
Review its condition, features, records and the details discussed before you traveled. Ask questions and, if desired, arrange an independent inspection in advance.
STEP 02
Take your test drive
Get comfortable behind the wheel, confirm the equipment works as expected and decide whether the vehicle meets your needs.
STEP 03
Finalize your purchase
Review the full numbers, available financing or payment arrangements, applicable taxes and titling details. Bring ID, insurance and any lender-requested documents.
STEP 04
Drive back to Chicago
Once the sale, payment, insurance and registration arrangements are complete, you may be able to head home in your new-to-you vehicle the same day.
Financing and same-day delivery depend on approval, documentation, payment and applicable requirements; please confirm everything in advance.
Real customer experiences
Other buyers have made the trip.
Review excerpts from shoppers who traveled to Hess Auto Agency to find their next vehicle.
Drove almost two hours
We drove almost two hours and did not disappoint.
Out-of-state purchase
Hess Auto did a great job working with me from out of state for an eventual in state purchase. Was a little tricky, and they did a great job in a friendly and professional manner. Highly recommend.
Drove five hours
Purchased here from out of town, drove down 5 hours and everything was as promised. No gimmicks, hidden fees, games for add ons etc, the smoothest quickest transaction for a vehicle I have ever had . It was a refreshing experience!
Good questions before a long trip
Chicago buyer FAQs
For a specific car or travel date, speak with our staff first so there are no assumptions about availability, pickup or timing.
Before choosing a vehicle, explore our used-car buying FAQ, including how to evaluate mileage and warning signs to watch for.
Call 217-222-0674Can you pick me up at Quincy Amtrak station?
Station pickup can be arranged for a confirmed appointment. Please call ahead, share your train number and arrival time, and wait for confirmation before booking travel.
How long is the train ride from Chicago to Quincy?
Plan for a trip of roughly four and a half hours between Chicago Union Station (CHI) and Quincy (QCY), and check current Amtrak timetables and fares for your date.
Can I see the vehicle history and extra photos before coming?
Yes—request any available history information, photos, videos, option details and known condition disclosures before the visit. We encourage buyers to resolve questions ahead of time.
Can I drive the car back to Chicago the same day?
Often that is the plan, but it depends on the vehicle, payment or financing, insurance and required paperwork. Confirm your purchase arrangements before traveling and make sure you're comfortable with the car after your test drive.
Which lot am I visiting?
This guide is for Hess Auto Agency's main lot at 1124 N 24th Street, Quincy—not the Discount Auto Quincy location on South 12th Street. The two locations are operated under Hess Auto Agency.
Make the trip count
Found a vehicle worth seeing?
Tell us which car you're considering and when you'd like to arrive. We'll help you confirm the details, schedule your test drive and discuss an Amtrak station pickup before you travel.