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July 24, 2013
My daughter just got her driver's license in December and managed to bump into a guardrail after only 6 months of driving. She was fine, the car was not. We started with a used Ford Escape and I decide and managed to bump into a guardrail after only 6 months of driving. She was fine, the car was not. We started with a used Ford Escape and I decided after this accident that I wanted a bigger car for her to drive, so I focused on the Ford Explorer. I, myself, had purchased several new Explorers in the last twenty years, so I was comfortable with a used one for both reliability and safety, and looks! I went online and checked many different sites, and found a nice looking one at Brian Hoskins Ford in Thorndale, PA. Although I only live ten miles away, I had always gone in a different direction when purchasing my vehicles. Not any more. From the first phone call, to the last follow-up one, I was greeted with kindness, informative conversation and a willingness to accomodate my needs and my price range. No push, no pressure, just a friendly "let's do this" kind of sale which I found both inviting and refreshing. I first spoke with Ed Kovach on the telephone and he held the car until I could get there the following day. I looked at the car, loved it - it was everything they said it would be - and we shook hands and I drove away the following day with a beautiful, well maintained new "used" Ford Explorer for my daughter. Ok, it's really for her to drive, but I leave my Benz in the driveway and sneak hers because I am a Ford girl, bigger the better, and I love the tow hitch for my bike rack and boat trailer. Ed was kind, helpful and just a great guy to talk with and then I met Mike Ciarlone who finished the sale and all the remaining details. Mike made the experience easy, fun and went out of his way to set me up with whatever I needed. He followed up and made sure everything was in place and just as promised! I'm a girl who loves her cars and whether it's a new Explorer or an F150 Platinum (both on my wish list), there is only one place I'd go, and that's right back to Hoskins Ford! Thank you Ed and Mike - your friendliness and professionalism made my own experience a great one, and my daughter and I both smile every time we get in "our" car! More
Other Employees Tagged: Mike Ciarlone
July 17, 2013
Recently my 19 year old Toyota failed to operate and was placed in a situation that I "had" to purchase another vehicle. Without a second thought, immediately visited my Ford dealer. My experience with Br placed in a situation that I "had" to purchase another vehicle. Without a second thought, immediately visited my Ford dealer. My experience with Brian Hoskins Ford was "STELLAR." Not only was I provided with a vehicle while my car was being checked, but, when reality set in that another car was in my future, everyone from service, parts and sales treated me like royalty. Ed Kovatch worked diligently with me in exploring all my options. After making my selection of a 2013 Ford Fusion and being offered several vehicles to test drive, Brian Hoskins Ford allowed me to continue driving the loaner vehicle until my color choices, exterior and interior were arranged. The delivery of my new vehicle was painless, seemless and effortless on my part. When I arrived for pickup, everything was ready. "I's" were dotted and "T's" crossed with no frustration, tension or error. As a customer,I was never asked to wait or be set aside. Full attention to my needs and desires were met. I feel compelled to share my gratitude explaining that every single employee greeted and treated me professionally and friendly. Nothing was too much to ask. My experience was wonderful. An extra delight was to witness how well all the employees worked together and seemed very happy to work to be part of the team. I also could not help but notice how clean and orderly the entire dealership was right down to the mechanics shop. I cannot speak for all auto dealers, but, Brian Hoskins Ford shined brightly. This Ford dealership should be the model for auto dealers. I do not anticipate any difficulties with my newly purchased vehicle, and when it does need service, I will happily return to my Ford dealer. It is not often that it is evident to a customer how properly run and efficient a corporation is. My experience instills that all companies and service related professions should "try" to match the excellent experience and service I received. GREAT JOB and many thanks to everyone involved with the dealership and my delightful auto purchase. More
Other Employees Tagged: Scot Shandler, Matthew Lutter
June 19, 2013
A++ Experience! From the second I made the call inquiring about a Ford Explorer everyone at Hoskins Ford has been extremely helpful, friendly, knowledgeable, professional and pleasant to deal with. They nev about a Ford Explorer everyone at Hoskins Ford has been extremely helpful, friendly, knowledgeable, professional and pleasant to deal with. They never pushy and I felt the were completely focused and extremely efficient about finding the perfect fit and deal for me. I would highly recommend Hoskins to anyone in the market for a car and I fully intend on using them for all of my future car shopping. I couldn't be any happy with the experience or my new car! Thank you! More
Other Employees Tagged: Joe DeMarino , Matt Luttel
March 18, 2013
One of the best new car buying experiences I have ever had. This was my 16th Ford and I will definitely make the 2 hour trip to buy from these folks again. There was very little negotiation needed and I w had. This was my 16th Ford and I will definitely make the 2 hour trip to buy from these folks again. There was very little negotiation needed and I was done with the purchase quicker than ever before. Ford should be proud of these guys. More
Other Employees Tagged: Mike Ciarlone, Scot Shandler
February 20, 2013
I have just purchased my third SUV from Brian Hoskins Ford and again, the service I received from Ed Kovatch and the rest of the team exceeded expectations. Each time I go into the dealership whether it Ford and again, the service I received from Ed Kovatch and the rest of the team exceeded expectations. Each time I go into the dealership whether it is for service or to buy a car, I am treated as a valued customer. Up front, Ed knew my needs were complex, and he worked hard to find me a car that would fit my lifestyle and stayed within my budget. I had the pleasure of working with the new Finance Manager, Scott Shandler, and my sales person for the second time, Roger Scheiderman. Both gentlemen seamlessly handled the transaction without a hitch. I have Proudly referred many people to Brian Hoskins Ford and everyone has thanked me. I highly recommend this dealership to anyone who is looking for service or to purchase a new or used vehicle. More
Other Employees Tagged: Robert Coleman, Scot Shandler , Roger Scheiderman
December 28, 2012
Everyone was extremely responsive and helpful. I had inquired about an Explorer via the web site and both Ed and Mike got back to me immediately. I needed the ability to tow over 2,000 pounds and Mike inquired about an Explorer via the web site and both Ed and Mike got back to me immediately. I needed the ability to tow over 2,000 pounds and Mike found me a vehicle that could tow that weight; yet also meet other needs such as family travel etc.. Excellent dealership. More
Other Employees Tagged: Mike Ciarlone
August 17, 2012
The salespeople were extremely friendly, professional, competent, knowledgeable and thorough. They did not pressure us, but provided excellent guidance in response to our questions concerning cars, leasi competent, knowledgeable and thorough. They did not pressure us, but provided excellent guidance in response to our questions concerning cars, leasing, purchasing, and giving us the space to decide for ourselves what was best for us. This was the most pleasant experience I've ever had in purchasing a car. The training that was provided to us to use all the features offered in the car was very thorough. Everything was gone over with a fine tooth comb and we came away having a basic understanding of how everything worked. Again, I have never experienced such thorough education of a vehicle and its features with any other dealerships in the past. In the past, I didn't use most of the features in the car I purchased because I never knew how to use them and the owner's manual was so confusing that it didn't help at all. Mike did an excellent job explaining and demonstrating how things worked. I will certainly recommend this dealership to others and I myself will return to purchase another vehicle in the future. More
Other Employees Tagged: Mike Ciarlone
July 21, 2012
I would just like to say what an unbelieveable experience i had at this dealership,i got the truck of my dreams at an unbeatable price.First the salesman Mike Ciarlone knowledge of the truck was outstanding, i had at this dealership,i got the truck of my dreams at an unbeatable price.First the salesman Mike Ciarlone knowledge of the truck was outstanding,knew everything on the truck how it worked and was able to explain all the features quickly and made everything easy for me to understand,from the NAV system to pairing my phone,everything was made easy i left there with no questions about anything!Second Ed Kovatch you couldnt ask for a more personable friendly manager, made sure that the truck was affortable and i was happy with the price and payments. He went over all the options i had as far as what banks payments u name it and never at anytime did i feel any pressure from anybody!! There's just not enough words or time to say how happy i am with the whole experience i had at this dealership!! I now have the truck of my dreams and it was made possible by these two gentlemen!! I will send anybody i know looking for a ford truck,car,suv to this dealership without even a second thought!! Sincerly, John F Dickinson JR More
Other Employees Tagged: Mike Ciarlone
May 08, 2012
I had a wonderful overall experience with buying a new vehicle. I found everyone to be extremely friendly and would have to say that this purchase was easily one of the best i have ever had. I would hig vehicle. I found everyone to be extremely friendly and would have to say that this purchase was easily one of the best i have ever had. I would highly recommend this dealership to anyone. More
Other Employees Tagged: Mike Ciarlone, Scot Shandler , Kristine
January 30, 2012
I filled out the online info that I was interested in a used car they had on their lot and Mike gave me a call with in an hour. I explained what i was look for and that I was on a tight budget, he called m used car they had on their lot and Mike gave me a call with in an hour. I explained what i was look for and that I was on a tight budget, he called me back with info that was very helpful but I let him know that I needed to extend the loan to 60 months, that's when Ed got involved. I received a call Monday morning that they could work with me on that. I went to the site Monday night, looked at and test drove the Durango, then met with Scott and drove it off the lot. Very helpful, friendly and listened to what I was looking for and got everything lined up for me. I will recommend them to my friends and family and concider them first for all my future veichles. BJ - West Chester, PA More
Other Employees Tagged: Mike Ciarlone, Scot Shandler , Michael Ciarlone, Ed and Scott