My experience with Kamal Benhoummad and BMW of Alexandria
was deeply disappointing.
I traded a recently leased BMW for another vehicle, and my monthly payment increased from $748 to $1,534.49. Within 2 days
was deeply disappointing.
I traded a recently leased BMW for another vehicle, and my monthly payment increased from $748 to $1,534.49. Within 2 days of fully understanding the financial impact of the transaction, I contacted the dealership, requested that the lease be unwound, and offered to return the vehicle.
Rather than working with me to explore a meaningful resolution, General Sales Manager Kanchan Sedhai defended the dealership, declined my request and ultimately advised that nothing could be done. While an exchange was mentioned, no solution was offered that addressed the financial burden I was trying to resolve.
I also made multiple written requests for my complete transaction file. The documentation I eventually received was incomplete, requiring repeated follow-up.
What disappointed me most was not simply the outcome, but the lack of willingness to understand my concerns or work collaboratively toward a fair resolution. Once the paperwork was signed, I felt that customer service ended.
Based on my experience, I cannot recommend BMW of Alexandria. As an additional note, I called BMW of Rockville, MD who spent time reviewing options and did everything they could to assist me, including calculating a timeline to help me get out of the lease at the right time. You can count on the fact that I will go back to BMW in Rockville, MD.
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by Cate
Jul 02, 2026 -
BMW of Alexandria responded
We're sorry that you didn't have a completely satisfying experience, Cate. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us directly. We'd love the opportunity to address any issues with our team here. Thank you for your time, and hopefully, we can get to the bottom of this.
Jul 02, 2026 -
Cate responded
Thank you for your response.
For the benefit of anyone reading these reviews, I did reach out - repeatedly.
I requested that the lease be unwound within approximately two business days of the transaction. I spoke with dealership management, exchanged numerous emails with the General Manager, General Sales Manager, Finance Manager, and salesperson, and made multiple written requests for my complete transaction file. I also escalated my concerns to BMW North America.
Every communication is documented in writing.
Unfortunately, despite those repeated efforts, my concerns were never substantively addressed. To date, I have still not received what I requested- a complete transaction file - and the dealership has not provided meaningful explanations regarding several outstanding issues I raised.
My review reflects my actual experience after exhausting every reasonable opportunity to resolve the matter directly with the dealership.
Jul 02, 2026 -
Cate responded
Thank you for your response.
For the benefit of anyone reading these reviews, I did reach out—repeatedly.
I requested that the lease be unwound within approximately two business days of the transaction. I spoke with dealership management, exchanged numerous emails with the General Manager, General Sales Manager, Finance Manager, and salesperson, and made multiple written requests for my complete transaction file. I also escalated my concerns to BMW North America.
Every communication is documented in writing.
Unfortunately, despite those repeated efforts, my concerns were never substantively addressed. To date, I have still not received what I requested—a complete transaction file—and the dealership has not provided meaningful explanations regarding several outstanding issues I raised.
My review reflects my actual experience after exhausting every reasonable opportunity to resolve the matter directly with the dealership.