Hampstead Pre-Owned

This dealership operates a classic bait-and-switch pricing model. Future buyers, please read this detailed warning before wasting your time or money. The advertised price is fundamentally misleading, pricing model. Future buyers, please read this detailed warning before wasting your time or money. The advertised price is fundamentally misleading, and they are actively deceptive when asked for a final cost. The Price Manipulation Scam - While standard industry fees (taxes, DMV, and the $799 dealer processing fee) are expected, this dealership immediately introduces non-negotiable and questionable mandatory add-ons, increasing the final price by thousands: 1. Mandatory Freight Fee: An extra $499 for "freight." 2. Mystery Fee (HPO): A staggering $1,295 required charge for "HPO" (which they cannot, or will not, clearly define). The Financing Trap Racket - The price will instantly climb if you attempt to pay cash or use pre-approved outside financing. They aggressively discourage external loans because their primary profit mechanism is the guaranteed margins from in-house financing. - If you finance through them, be prepared for mandatory, high-profit add-ons, including GAP insurance and proprietary warranties, which are automatically rolled into your loan amount. - If you decline these specific add-ons, they simply inflate the overall vehicle price to compensate for the lost commission. Customer Service Deception When I called to clarify the pricing structure, the representative initially confirmed only the standard processing fee and the freight charge. However, the moment I pressed for the definitive "out-the-door" price—the only figure that matters —they repeatedly refused to provide it. They cannot scam you if they provide a final price upfront. This refusal is the single biggest red flag. I canceled my appointment after seeing numerous consistent complaints regarding their deceptive practices—a decision I am immensely relieved I made. Your Two-Step Test for Honesty Do not rely solely on their Google reviews. Look for independent feedback on Yelp and DealerRater. If you still doubt this warning, call them and perform this two-part test. Their reaction will confirm everything in this review: 1. Ask for the Out-the-Door Price: Provide them with your exact state, zip code, and trade-in status so they can calculate precise taxes. Watch how quickly they dodge the question. They will not provide a final figure because doing so eliminates their ability to surprise you with fees later. 2. State You Have Pre-Approval/Outside Financing: Tell them you are ready to buy but have your own bank approval. They will immediately pivot, claiming they work with "many lenders" and can beat your rate. Their goal is to push you away from your pre-approval and into their profit-generating loans, guaranteeing they can sell you their high-margin GAP and warranty packages. Ask these two questions, compare their evasive answers to my experience, and decide whether this is a reputable place to spend your time. More

Please read all the ONE star reviews before you go to the dealership. They are very deceptive and are not transparent. should you see a car that you can not live without then make sure you READ EVERY LINE of dealership. They are very deceptive and are not transparent. should you see a car that you can not live without then make sure you READ EVERY LINE of the contract so you will catch the things they sneak on there. The price you see advertised is not the price of the car and they will not tell you the reason the price is not the same as advertised. More

Was tricked into signing over my ev credit without being told that was going on told that was going on More

A big shout out to Hampstead Pre-Owned! !! We had a great experience while purchasing a Toyota Corolla yesterday. Alan , Buchi and the whole team involved were very professional and helpful. !! We had a great experience while purchasing a Toyota Corolla yesterday. Alan , Buchi and the whole team involved were very professional and helpful. More

Very deceptive and shady. Do not expect to see the same vehicles as posted on their website. We scheduled a test drive, drive 3 hours to get here and they say sorry it’s sold Do not expect to see the same vehicles as posted on their website. We scheduled a test drive, drive 3 hours to get here and they say sorry it’s sold but you can look at our other vehicles. More

After asking the sales lady for an explanation on a price discrepancy, she would not explain why the numbers would not match with what I wastold on my trade in. She came out wit a trade in deduction of $200 discrepancy, she would not explain why the numbers would not match with what I wastold on my trade in. She came out wit a trade in deduction of $200.00 against my promised trade in value of $32,000.00, She came up with a little over $31K and I couldnot understand the simple math on her result. She refused to text me a valid explanation and she told me to go to the other car dealer that offer me a different deal. Very rude actitude from her part. She refused to call after that. More

Mo was great. She explained everything to me and help me purchase a vehicle. I recommend paying her a visit. She explained everything to me and help me purchase a vehicle. I recommend paying her a visit. More