
Pohanka Honda of Fredericksburg
Fredericksburg, VA
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OUTSTANDING! I am a USAA member, as are my parents and OUTSTANDING! I am a USAA member, as are my parents and grandparents. So, without question, my wife and I trust USAA implicitly. I used their Car OUTSTANDING! I am a USAA member, as are my parents and grandparents. So, without question, my wife and I trust USAA implicitly. I used their Car Buying Service and I used their financing. It was a very easy process to take my USAA Financing "Golden Ticket" to get our new car. We bought the 2010 HONDA CIVIC LX-S in Royal Blue, which a beautiful color, by the way. About My Experience To start, I went to look at the car in a dealership that competes with Pohanka, located in my home town, Bethesda, Maryland. I saw that I liked it and researched it at length online. Once I decided on the LX-S, the "sport package," I went on USAA to get the price and the financing. It was a very easy and smooth process. USAA really is a WONDERFUL outfit! With my quote and financing in hand, I went to this Bethesda dealer to get their quote, as they are not affiliated with USAA's Car Buying Service, as is Pohanka. I was able to test drive the LX-S, at length. I really enjoyed the car, having driven a very wide variety of vehicles, to include UPS trucks, sports cars, etc, I knew what I was looking for and was happy with the LX-S (for the price). Then it came time for the HARD SELL! They asked me how they could earn my business. I told them I would have to have my wife test drive the car, so it was not happening that day. Then they wanted to know where she was so she could come in right away. I told them there was no way. So then they pitched Honda Financing. I told them I was not interested because I had my financing in hand. Then I showed them how they could earn my business. I showed them the quote USAA provided for the Pohanka car, and they essentially laughed me out of their office! They said there was NO WAY Pohanka could make this price, there had to be something else going on. They showed me printed e-mails that were supposedly USAA customers going to Pohanka and getting shafted who then went to their dealership and were treated like Kings! I thought that was kind of dirty. It almost made me feel as though even if they could meet the price, I did not want my money going to the guys playing dirty like that. Then they went on and on about how all dealers get their cars from the same place and at the same price and that this USAA quote was essentially Bravo Sierra! (This was the sales manager telling me this!) So, I called Pohanka and Makis Hodge answered the phone. We talked for about 30 minutes about the car and my experience at the Bethesda dealer, and he told me that the USAA quote was real and even if I wrote a check for the amount he quoted me (including price, 6% Maryland sales tax, and the $399 processing fee) and left my check book at home, I would not need a new check. He said that because he deals in volume, he can make that price work for him. So, then I dealt with Kevin Carter, who was wonderful. Although I feel bad, because at one point I kind of snapped at him when he kept asking me about Honda financing. My wife is a general manager in retail, so I know how important it is to a company for customers to use their store credit card. But I told him it would kill the deal if he kept mentioning it because I already had my financing. And Kevin never mentioned it again. He is a very good salesman, he took me seriously as a customer and I sincerely appreciate his service. I would definitely ask for him, were I to buy another Honda and I would definitely refer him, by name, to friends and family. I would for Makis, too. There was one problem though. I had no ride to Fredericksburg. So, Makis, on his own, drove my car to the Pohanka Acura dealership in Chantilly, only a $25 cab ride from the Vienna/Fairfax metro station on the Orange Line, and it was waiting for me this morning. I walked in, signed the papers, and I was on my way! Kevin and Makis went out of their way and bent over backwards for me to make this sale happen in a very short time! USAA did too, their insurance department was very responsive and helpful and did everything we needed from them in about ten minutes. I am absolutely, unconditionally satisfied with Kevin and Makis, and Pohanka in general and I will return and give them my business again and refer my family and friends. They are kind of a hike from Bethesda, but it was only a one time trip for me. So I am perfectly satisfied! As for the Bethesda dealer, I went back with my new car and showed them (the two guys who had laughed at me) the car and the yellow slip that showed the cost breakdown. They couldn’t believe it! After they called in to question whether Pohanka had sold me a lemon and that was why they could make the low price, they congratulated me on finding the great price that they had straight up refused to make. Look at the ratings, they speak for themselves. And thank you for reading my really long review! More
Kenny was wonderful to work with. We purchased a 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour from him. Kenny provided us with information about all of the features of the vehicle and helped us with settings before leavi Honda Accord Crosstour from him. Kenny provided us with information about all of the features of the vehicle and helped us with settings before leaving. Very pleased with our experience with Pohanka and Kenny! We will suggest Pohanka to our friends and family. More
I have a 2009 Honda Accord. In late February 2010 I took my car in for an oil change and tire rotation, and was informed my rear brakes needed to be replaced soon. At this point I had only owned the car 11 my car in for an oil change and tire rotation, and was informed my rear brakes needed to be replaced soon. At this point I had only owned the car 11 months and had 24,000 miles on it, how could this be. The service consultant came up with some excuses, mainly that I must be hard on my brakes and this is normal for brakes to wearout at this mileage. I then asked how the front brakes were and he said they were great still had 80% life left. I then said I thought you told me my driving wore out rear brakes, so how could the front brakes be in such good condition? He had no answer. I left thinking that all I had heard about Honda quality was crap and that I owned a car that was going to be nothing but head aches! The dealer wanted $300.00 to fix the rear brakes, only after 1 year of ownership, what was this car going to cost me to maintain opver its life time? I called the dealer a few days later, after talking with a mechanic at another shop and he said that the rear brake wear was not normal, and got another b.s. story. I then researched this rear brake problem on line and low and behold there was page after page of info on the 2008/09 accords and a major problem with premature rear brake wear, including a class action lawsuit on the rear brake problem. I called Pohanka Honda service on the evening of 3/29/2010 because my brakewear sensor was now making noise and I still got the runaround, even when I informed the service consultant of the info I found on the internet. I showe up at the Pohanka service dept. on the morning of 3/30/10 pissed off. Enter Kenny Burke, a true professional. He greeted me at my car and could see I was not happy. He listened to me rant and he remained calm and in turn calmed me down. Kenny didn't give me any B.S., we had a great conversation about the rear brake issue on tha accords and he took care of me and my car. He gave me back the cofidence I had lost in Honda service. He is a true asset to your company, If only the other cosultants were like him, honest and interested in solving the customers concerns. Honda would have lost a new customer, me, if it weren't for Kenny Burke of Pohanka Honda. This brake problem is out ther on the internet now and I hope Honda steps up to fix the problem, unlike Toyota! Honda has a chance to rectify this problem now and I hope they dont try to B.S. there way thru it. More
Kenny Wolter is a great representative for Pohanka. He bent over backwards during the infamous snow storm of 2010 to make certain we had the best possible experience in buying our new 2010 Insight. I hav bent over backwards during the infamous snow storm of 2010 to make certain we had the best possible experience in buying our new 2010 Insight. I have purchased many cars in my 45 years of driving. I have never dealt with a more thorough or caring sales consultant then Kenny Wolter. We love our new Honda and will definitely return to and recommend Pohanka to our family and friends! Please thank Kenny for us! More
Great price, fast service,knowledgeable and friendly salesman. I scheduled an appointment and my car was available on time. Dealership was clean, spacious and easily accessible from the interstate I'm salesman. I scheduled an appointment and my car was available on time. Dealership was clean, spacious and easily accessible from the interstate I'm going to recommend the salesman and dealership to my friends. More
The price and experience was great. Thanks for getting me the right vehicle. Barb Barlow lowered my price by an additional $800 dollars when all I asked was for her to match a low USAA pre-price of anoth me the right vehicle. Barb Barlow lowered my price by an additional $800 dollars when all I asked was for her to match a low USAA pre-price of another dealer. Additionally, the detailers did a superb job of prepping the car and responding to any flaws. Car looks great and drives awesome. Thanks Barb. More
My new vehicle buying experience at Pohanka was one of the best I have ever had and I have been buying vehicles for over 50 yrs. Kevin Carter is a top rate salesmen who went out of his way to make the pu the best I have ever had and I have been buying vehicles for over 50 yrs. Kevin Carter is a top rate salesmen who went out of his way to make the purchase a very pleasant one. Pohanka and Mr Carter are first rate. The price of the vehicle and the great way I was treated during the sale insures I will be a repeat customer. I definetely will tell my family, friends and associates, "If they want a great price on a new vehicle along with a great sales experience they only have to go to Pohanka". More
I drive a van to work and love "being up high" in a car, so decided I wanted an SUV instead of the C-Class Mercedes that I had (but a smaller one like the "Tracker" I drove for years). I did my homework an so decided I wanted an SUV instead of the C-Class Mercedes that I had (but a smaller one like the "Tracker" I drove for years). I did my homework and, in an independent survey, compared the Honda to all of the other SUVs in that size category. I found the Honda to be the "most car" for the "least money" available. My husband and I had seriously talked about the Merdedes SUV, including test driving it and spending hours talking "deals," but by comparison, even down to the turning ratio [which was one thing I loved about my Mercedes car], the Honda was comparable in every category - along with a sticker price of $10,000 less. So, armed with the knowledge that this was the car I wanted, and also armed with the "Costco" deal confirmation, I walked into Pohanka Honda. From the beginning, Barb, Bill and Chuck all did their very best to make sure that I was pleased and happy. They were courteous at all times and answered all my questions with the utmost patience. Since I was going through Costo, there was no "bargaining" or "bickering" over the price - which I can't stand. The deal was done and I walked away in my new CRV. Yes, I will absolutely recommend Pohanka to my friends. Thank you for a very pleasant car buying experience. You guys rock! More
I was introduced by Pohanka Honda through my insurance company for a no-haggle purchase of a new car. The experience was as advertised without any bait and switch. In just a few emails and calls, I was company for a no-haggle purchase of a new car. The experience was as advertised without any bait and switch. In just a few emails and calls, I was able to get the car I wanted at an excellant price. Barb was a pleasure to work with in a transaction that began on a Thursday and was completed the next morning with her driving the car to my office. She introduced me to the features of the car and even scyned my phone to the car's handsfree system. It was a turn-key operation that I will recommend to others. More
I bought my first car this past weekend at Pohanka Honda of Fredericksburg, a used 2007 Honda Accord Hybrid. I absolutely love it! A friend recommended Pohanka Honda and Bill Hamilton to me when I mentioned of Fredericksburg, a used 2007 Honda Accord Hybrid. I absolutely love it! A friend recommended Pohanka Honda and Bill Hamilton to me when I mentioned needing a new and dependable car. I called ahead to schedule an appointment with Bill Hamilton. Bill assured me we could find a car to meet my needs, and stay in my budget….he was absolutely right! When I came into the dealership on Saturday, I was greeted with a friendly smile and handshake. This immediately put me at ease. We test drove a couple of cars, and I fell in love with the 2007 Honda Accord Hybrid. Bill was very knowledgeable about the car and explained all the features to me in detail. I am very pleased with my monthly payment , as well….what a fantastic value for a fantastic car! Bill Hamilton made my first car buying experience a pleasant one and hassle free! I am so happy my friend recommended Bill Hamilton and Pohanka Honda, and I would recommend Bill Hamilton and Pohanka Honda to anyone looking for a new or used car. More