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Premier Subaru - Service Center

Branford, CT

4.6
315 Reviews

315 Reviews of Premier Subaru - Service Center

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August 04, 2023

Beware of large markups on parts prices above MSRP and deceptive invoice statements listing retail prices that are not the actual MSRP, but the inflated price. I recently had the strut and mount repla More

by aacryan
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No
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Nick Koumoutseas
5.0
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Aug 04, 2023 -

Premier Subaru responded

Mr. Pelto/ Our team attempted to assist you the best we could with pricing, including a 15% discount on the full amount of the parts and the associated labor. We also supplied you with a complimentary loaner vehicle during the duration of the service. Typically, there would have been a charge for that car. We use the most current and up to date Subaru pricing book for parts and accessory prices. These feeds are daily and adjusted daily based on Subaru of America parts book changes. Online websites, including our affiliate websites, may advertise something less expensive on occasion for marketing purposes - but, it is required that you purchase it online and be responsible for the appropriate handling and shipping fees. On some parts - and Subaru of America is very clear on this - the online parts purchases do not come with the Subaru parts warranty - so, you would be responsible for the full repair in the event of a corresponding failure. We attempted to educate you on these issues as best as we could and provided you with every accommodation - inclusive of a combination of a discount and a complimentary loaner vehicle.

Aug 04, 2023 -

aacryan responded

Hi, I appreciate you taking the time to respond, I was not made aware of all the points you speak to when I was there but can't say they address my fundamental concern, which is transparency in pricing, which could benefit others when they are deciding where to have service performed. The discount you provided is appreciated and I mentioned it in my post. As to loaner vehicles you advertise them as complimentary which is actually the reason I go to you, please don't hide the charge elsewhere, that feels deceptive. I do not dispute you can charge whatever you want based on your need for profit or any other reason, not a problem. However I think people should know when they are paying above the MSRP so they can make informed decisions. It feels like a predatory practice to charge way above MSRP for a part and state in the invoice that it is the retail price. You are an automotive dealer and this is well established for car sales. Would you sell me a car for above MSRP and tell me I was paying retail? As to the parts warranty I am surprised to hear that Premier or Subaru would not warranty "some" parts purchased from you from defect...and if I am paying extra for failure insurance of a part, I think I should have a choice.

Aug 04, 2023 -

Premier Subaru responded

Our company is up front with pricing - all the time and have for more than 24 years. It is one of the reasons that we are the only Subaru dealer approved by the AAA of Connecticut for Automotive Service. We do not engage in predatory pricing whatsoever, and, use the factory price book provided to us - and it is automatically downloaded on a daily basis. Our loaner cars are complimentary to those individuals who have purchased vehicles from us - and, your vehicle was purchased elsewhere. We waived that charge for you to assist you with the repair. We always stand behind our work - but, Subaru of America is clear as to what is necessary to effectuate a "parts warranty" with a part purchased online. We, obviously, do not control their protocols. As you did complete the repairs with us - with parts provided by us - on a repair order - the repair is covered by a 12 month/unlimited mileage warranty - good nationwide.

Aug 04, 2023 -

aacryan responded

Your attempts to educate me have not fallen on deaf ears. What I am hearing is that corporate Subaru (not Premier) has a two tier OEM parts system, sold associated with their dealerships (your website links to "our online parts store"), for pickup at your parts counter, with competitive market prices on parts, that you cannot use because they can't be warrantied, which is outside your control. Instead you must utilize different OEM parts at a much higher price, obtained from the same parts department, based on a non-public daily changing Subaru price book. You have been honorable for 24 years, as testified by AAA, and you are not just using the same parts from the same place at a large markup, claiming to be sold at MSRP. In that context, my apologies for misunderstanding the web of parts supply and profit in the Subaru ecosystem...valuable info, thanks

August 03, 2023

Service is not bad, but need to wait for a long time for the desired parts, which cause the delay of the repairing. More

by qhuaweng
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Yes
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Dominick Santoli
3.0
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Oct 28, 2023 -

Premier Subaru responded

Hello, we appreciate you taking the time to leave us this feedback. Please contact our Manager at (203) 481-0687 so that we may ensure your experiences with our dealership are more pleasant moving forward.

August 03, 2023

Adam Davis was very helpful, pleasant and efficient. Great service, comfortable and clean waiting room. More

by pamelagalatioto
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Yes
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Adam Davis
5.0
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Oct 28, 2023 -

Premier Subaru responded

Hi, thank you so much for your feedback! Our team will be very happy to hear about your kind words and high star rating! Our team is available should you require any extra help.

August 02, 2023

Very happy with everything about Premier Subaru and the outstanding customer service. Definitely worth the drive from Norwalk! I feel confident that my car is now getting the best service, after years of More

by n/a
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Yes
Employees Worked With
Cristal Bello
5.0
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Oct 28, 2023 -

Premier Subaru responded

Hi, in order to deliver the best experience possible, we try to set high expectations for ourselves. We're so glad to receive your positive review. Our team is available should you require any extra help.

July 27, 2023

I feel that my car gets excellent care and service. I am happy with the service department and would never go anywhere else. More

by Jeanb
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Yes
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Maegan Collazo
Oct 28, 2023 -

Premier Subaru responded

Hi Jeanb, in order to deliver the best experience possible, we try to set high expectations for ourselves. We're so glad to receive your positive review. Our team is available should you require any extra help.

July 26, 2023

We scheduled our appointment for needed repair, brought the car in for the work and picked it up at the end of the day, as promised. Work was completed and functioning as expected. GREAT JOB! AS USUAL.. More

by rfrohlich
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Yes
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Rita Wotherspoon
5.0
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Other Employees : Maegan Collazo
Oct 28, 2023 -

Premier Subaru responded

Hi, in order to deliver the best experience possible, we try to set high expectations for ourselves. We're so glad to receive your positive review. Our team is available should you require any extra help.

July 19, 2023

Very comfortable waiting for my car to be serviced. Was done earlier than expected. Only wish my name and car were not so often confused with my husband's name and car (also a Subaru)! More

by jackiealbis
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Yes
Employees Worked With
Nick Koumoutseas
5.0
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Oct 28, 2023 -

Premier Subaru responded

Hello, we appreciate you taking the time to leave us this feedback. We would like the opportunity to find out how we can better assist you in the future. If you are willing, please contact us (203) 481-0687.

July 19, 2023

Service was very accurate and friendly. I have always been accommodated to my scheduling needs. Thanks More

by Garcianh
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Yes
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Phylann Perrotti
5.0
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Other Employees : Maegan Collazo
Oct 28, 2023 -

Premier Subaru responded

Hi, thanks for your great review, and for giving our dealership such a high star rating! Our team is available should you require any extra help.

July 02, 2023

I'm quite pleased with Premier Subaru, both in sales and customer/car service. They updated my head-unit's software at no charge. Now the head-unit operates perfectly and very quickly. More

by mc.shapiro
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Yes
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Maegan Collazo
June 29, 2023

I came in with a concern regarding the safety of my vehicle and the service staff as well as the technician were both exceptionally knowledgeable and transparent. The took my concerns seriously and too More

by tysantiago90
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Recommend Dealer
Yes
Employees Worked With
La'Trell Alson
5.0
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Nick Koumoutseas
5.0
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Other Employees : The technician Bob (5/5)
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