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Elder Ford of Tampa
Tampa, FL
7,108 Reviews
At Elder Ford of Tampa, we're eager to provide the winning Ford sales, auto service, and car financing in Tampa you seek. We're proud of our Ford dealership near St. Petersburg, FL, where a state-of-the-art facility, comprehensive new Ford showroom and fully loaded service bay await, while a savvy team of Ford professionals is prepared to meet your every need. We're not just interested in serving you right here and now -- we want to be your dealership for life!
Visit our Ford dealership in Tampa, Florida, to discover an eminently satisfying shopping environment. Designed to be vibrant yet soothing, our dealership has a 300-gallon saltwater aquarium, sports memorabilia and decorations, an automatic car wash, valet service, a comfortable customer waiting lounge and more. Of course, at the end of the day what a car-shopper wants is a car, and we're happy to oblige. With an inventory full of new, used and Certified Pre-Owned Ford models, including the Ford F-150, Mustang and Fusion in Tampa, we've got what you want and we can help you find what you need. We also sell pre-owned cars in Tampa built by other automakers, so you'll never lack for variety.
In time, you'll need to bring your hardworking Ford for some routine maintenance, and when that day comes, Elder Ford of Tampa has the garage to beat. We'll handle your request efficiently and effectively, whether you want a tire rotation and coolant flush or a laundry list of repairs. If you need auto parts in Tampa, we've got them. Not only do we have a generous selection of OEM Ford components to sell, but we also carry top-of-the-line ROUSH performance parts that do not disappoint. You'll race down the road with these parts installed!
Elder Ford of Tampa is your all-in-one destination for all things Ford. Stop by for a visit today at 9650 N. Florida Avenue in Tampa, Florida. We're just a short ride away for drivers coming from St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Lutz and beyond!
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Sales/Showroom
Monday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Service
Monday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday Closed
Parts
Monday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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March 05, 2012
what a great place, did a lot of research on line. i went in with my special internet pricing. i took a test drive with ed, then damien, nick and woody all worked together to get everything set so it would f in with my special internet pricing. i took a test drive with ed, then damien, nick and woody all worked together to get everything set so it would fit my budget. I have others in my family that will need cars and i will be back again thanks guys More
by marta231655
Employees Worked With
ed, nick, woody
October 21, 2011
When I was in the market for a new car last December, I called ahead to the dealership. They were waiting for me with a couple different models to show me. I was able to drive them and compare with other d called ahead to the dealership. They were waiting for me with a couple different models to show me. I was able to drive them and compare with other dealerships. Rob worked tirelessly to get me the best finance deal available, and the staff was very accomodating. As a veteran, I was looking around and saw all the events Elder had sponsored and knew I was in the right place. Great service, Great people and a great atmosphere. Will purchase all cars from here on out from Elder Ford of Tampa. More
by armysurfermedic
Employees Worked With
Rob, Jon
August 25, 2011
By far the best used car experience I've had in over 25 years of buying vehicles including using dealers, brokers, auctions, and private party sales. After researching Autotrader and CarMax, Elder Ford's p years of buying vehicles including using dealers, brokers, auctions, and private party sales. After researching Autotrader and CarMax, Elder Ford's price points were the best around on a variety of low mile, newer used vehicles. That brought me in to this dealer, and I was not disappointed. The Pre-Owned Manager Tommy Difilippo was honest and straightforward and his prices beat the best in a 100 mile radius. AND he gave me the best trade value I have ever received from a dealer. Not the usual low ball, but an actual fair estimate of vehicle worth. All salesmen were professional. What we saw was what we got. A good selection of great priced used vehicles, low miles, 1-3 years, with no surprise issues. As a career military officer, I recommend this dealer to ANY serviceman, or their spouse, to purchase a quality vehicle within their budget in an honest, friendly environment. More
by Lunchpail
Employees Worked With
Maurice
August 19, 2011
This dealership sold me a Ford F150 2005 That was unsafe. When we went to look at the car the brake light was on we asked for them to fix the reason the light was on. They said they went through everything o When we went to look at the car the brake light was on we asked for them to fix the reason the light was on. They said they went through everything on the truck and the light was on bc of a cluster problem. They said that they would replace it for us. When we brought the car home we noticed it had problems braking. There were no pads left the rotors were heavily scored, it was metal to metal. It could have killed us in the rain on the way home!!! That was the reason the brake light was on not the cluster. Everyone we spoke to at this dealership especially Joe Moon the salesperson was a liar! I would never recomend buying a car from these people! More
by jeepchic1977
Employees Worked With
Joe Moon
May 18, 2011
DO NOT BUY A CAR FROM THESE PEOPLE...YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!! 1ST- THEY SWITCHED THE WARRANTY STICKER WHEN WE CLOSED, FROM FULL MANUFACTURE WARRANTY TO LIMITED. ( WHICH IS ILLEGAL BY FEDERAL LAW) 2N WARNED!! 1ST- THEY SWITCHED THE WARRANTY STICKER WHEN WE CLOSED, FROM FULL MANUFACTURE WARRANTY TO LIMITED. ( WHICH IS ILLEGAL BY FEDERAL LAW) 2ND- WHEN WE PURCHASED THE USED CAR, IT HAD A KENNE BELL SUPERCHARGER INSTALLED BY THE PREVIOUS OWNER, THE CAR ONLY HAD 3,500 MILES ON IT, W/... FULL FACTORY WARRANTY & WE PURCHASED EXTENDED WARRANTY(ONLY CAUSE I'VE OWNED MANY FORDS & KNOW THEY CAN BE EXPENSIVE TO REPAIR AFTER 36K MILES). 1 MONTH LATER... CAR NOW HAS 5,500 MILES & LOST 3RD GEAR IN AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. TOWED CAR TO DEALER & FOUND OUT WARRANTY WAS VOIDED & EXTENDED WARRANTY COMPANY CANCELED CONTRACT. ELDER FORD REFUSE TO EVEN TAKE IT APART TO FIND OUT WHAT WAS WRONG, UNTIL THEY KNEW WHO WAS PAYING FOR IT SINCE THE WARRANTY HAD BEEN VOIDED. THEY SAID IT WAS DRIVER ERROR..REALLY?? SERIOUSLY?? YOU DIDN'T EVEN DISASSEMBLE IT!!! HOW CAN U TELL SOMEONE THAT??? SO, WE PAID TO TOW IT BACK TO A TRANSMISSION SHOP & PAID TO HAVE IT DISASSEMBLED TO FIND OUT WHAT WAS WRONG. WE FOUND SERVO PISTON SEAL BLEW OUT IN TRANSMISSION( WHICH HAD A TSB ABOUT IT FROM FORD). I CALLED FORD TO COMPLAIN & GOT NOWHERE WITH THEM ABOUT THE FACTORY WARRANTY BEING VOIDED. ELDER FORD WOULDN'T HELP GETTING WARRANTY REINSTATED...THANKS! THESE PEOPLE ARE A BUNCH OF GREEDY IDIOTS, WHO CARE NOTHING ABOUT CUSTOMER SERVICE...WE NOW HAVE A BEAUTIFUL $28,000 CAR PARKED IN MY GARAGE, WE HAVE TO CONTINUE TO MAKE THE LOAN PAYMENTS, & WE HAVE A BROKEN DOWN CAR THAT HAS ABSOLUTELY NO WARRANTY AT ALL. ELDER FORD REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING WITHOUT KNOWING WHO IS GOING TO PAY THEM FOR THE WORK. ALL PIGS GO TO SLAUGHTER....... More
by krutigliano
Employees Worked With
used car salesman- he has since been "let go"
April 23, 2011
I had found a car I liked on their website 2mo ago and called the dealership about it. I was directed to Paul in the used car department. So my wonderful experience began from there! I inquired about a called the dealership about it. I was directed to Paul in the used car department. So my wonderful experience began from there! I inquired about a Ford Focus. Well I ended up not having the time to come to see it as I see now it was for the best. Paul kept checking in with me but was not annoying like typical car sales people. A few weeks later he called to let me know that they now had many used Ford Focus’s to choose from. I needed leather! Well he had a few so of course I drove down. I drove one that caught my eye and yes we went back in after the test drive and I got to know the staff. Robert Elder just happened to be in the building, very nice guy, I had no idea who he was until I started talking about my home state to the guys. At any rate, these people, all of them minus 1 (he didn’t ever say much as I think I scare him) WERE wonderful! I felt like I was at home or a football game with my friends! They are very personable, professional, team oriented staff! They gave me a great deal and trust me I needed a good deal as I am a single mother of a 1year old and I have MS. They understood my needs and my budget. The least I can do is share my story to other buyers looking for the real deal! By the way Tommy made it all very personal as he helped to seal the deal with Paul! Great job guys and thank you again! Mr. Elder you are a lucky man to have the staff that you do! To: Paul, Tommy, and the guy from MI, if any of you ever need a job please contact me! BTW I LOVE MY Ford Focus SES! More
by idjenna
Employees Worked With
Paul, Tommy, Oh and the guy from MI
February 18, 2011
I brought my car in for warranty work. My car had less than 20,000 miles. The A/C was out and the transmission was banging into gear. Later that day my service adviser called to give me the bad news. The than 20,000 miles. The A/C was out and the transmission was banging into gear. Later that day my service adviser called to give me the bad news. The A/C had been damaged and would not be covered under warranty and they could not find a transmission problem. I brought it in to Gator Ford and they fixed both problems (very expensive) under warranty. I went back to Elder only to be told the A/C problem may or may not have been covered by Ford but were looking out for Fords best intrest. They could not give me an answer to the question "Why could you not find the problem with my transmission?" To make matters worse I left a bad review on google only to find out it had been knocked down by two good reviews. I checked the good reviews only to find out the people who wrote them also gave great reviews to Mitsubishi,Saab,and Jaguar all brought in for service or purchasing a new car all on the same day. Funny all those dealerships are owned by the same company. I am sure these "customers" are happy because of the real customers who get suckered in. More
by Ron929292
Employees Worked With
Shaun
December 15, 2009
I had no problem at all with this dealership, in fact i was in and out at less than the quoted cost because of the coupon i found online at their website. I'll be going there again and with a coupon in han was in and out at less than the quoted cost because of the coupon i found online at their website. I'll be going there again and with a coupon in hand next time since the coupon i found i found online when using my laptop in their waiting area. I've been to another Ford dealership in Tampa but was not happy with them. It was as if they didn't need me around for them to make a paycheck. So i figure these guys are really trying to impress and need the business; that's the kind of service i got. happy me. More
by dugiwugi
Employees Worked With
Dennis
