Palmetto Ford Lincoln
Charleston, SC
Hours
Sales/Showroom
Monday 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday Closed
Service
Monday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 1:00 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 - 1:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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Long story short: I do not recommend this dealership and especially do NOT recommend Allen Oltmann. I have a 2015 F-150 that recently broke down with transmission issues (Ford recall 26S28). The truck w especially do NOT recommend Allen Oltmann. I have a 2015 F-150 that recently broke down with transmission issues (Ford recall 26S28). The truck would not turn over at all, although it had AC power, it seemed as if the truck was stuck in another gear besides park so it wouldn't start. I then proceeded to get it towed to Palmetto Ford on July 16th 2026. Allen called me the morning of July 17th and I explained my issue and then that I found that recall that seems exactly like it. After the weekend I reached out on Monday (July 20th) and Allen responded he agreed it was the molded lead frame, which would be covered under the recall and he informed on the same day that the part has been ordered. Throughout the week of the 20th I reached out a few times to see if there was an ETA on when the part would be there / the truck completed. Allen did not respond to most of my communications - when he finally did respond on the 24th after 5pm, he said that the technician was already gone and he could not get an update. Since Allen said that a courtesy car was not possible and there was nothing the dealership could do to assist in my transportation issues - on July 28th, I decided that it would be more cost efficient to borrow a car from a family member than to continue to uber/ask for rides consistently. I text Allen and asked if he ever got in touch with the technician and explained I will be driving 3 hours to pick up a temporary car. No response. July 30th, I asked for an update on ETA or if he ever spoke to the technician and he said he did not have an update. I explained that I don't need an exact date just ANY sort of timeline would suffice.. is it going to be months, days, years? Anything to help me organize my car plans. He responded with "Gotcha" and no other substance. He texts me July 31st and explained that the technician is telling him more details "next week" He does not reach out to me at all until I have to text him on August 7th. Allen does not have an update and he says he is trying to get me completed. He does not reach out again - I text him on August 20th to see a status update. As usual, he does not have one. He does inform me that he got his manager involved. I then asked what is the reason for the long process and he explained that the technician is very backed up and it is out of "his" control when it is back there. August 28th, I send my weekly asking for a status update text asking for any type of details. He then responds "I have you completed" and that I can come pick it up anytime. This is confusing because he gave me no notice it was being worked on, what the status was, when the estimated completion time was, OR that it was done - I had to reach out to figure out that the truck had been completed. Very unprofessional. The truck was in the shop for 43 days (6 weeks) with 0 update on any progress. I go to the dealership on Monday August 31st and explain to the front desk ladies that I am here to pick up my truck from a recall fix. They explain to me that Allen had not completed the necessary paperwork that the truck had been completed, even though Allen texted me a few days before saying it has been completed and I could pick it up "anytime" They try to call Allen, he does not answer, they then go to his office and tell him that I am there and that the paperwork isn't completed and he should come speak to us. He was apparently too busy, or on a call, to come and speak. From there, they process the paperwork regardless and tell me that I have a charge on there for $493. They said that they replaced the battery and that is the cost of the battery + labor. Although, when I dropped the truck off - the battery was working just fine. Allen never reached out to me for me to approve a charge or that the battery was ever an issue. The battery that was in my truck was less than 3 months old (funny enough one of those months the truck was More
Jennifer has been fantastic when we have recalls from Ford and other issues that arise for warranty work. I think she is the best service adviser there. Ford and other issues that arise for warranty work. I think she is the best service adviser there. More
Excellent service -- they were fast and truly professional the whole way through. Can't recommend Gray enough! professional the whole way through. Can't recommend Gray enough! More
Do not use their service department. The sale of my Maverick was amazing. James was wonderful and my truck has been great since 2022. However, I have taken my truck three times to the The sale of my Maverick was amazing. James was wonderful and my truck has been great since 2022. However, I have taken my truck three times to the service department for minor recalls and mileage checks and each time has been a nightmare. This most recent time, I was originally going to use their drop off and pick up service. But decided I would drop it off myself instead. I called them and changed the appointment. I also cancelled it through the text. They called me the day of and said service providers were on their way. I told them that I had changed the appointment. I dropped my truck off on a Wednesday with Nicole. She had no idea it was coming, so again seemed like there was a lack of communication in their scheduling department. She told me to just sign a piece of paper and sent me on my way. By Tuesday of the following week, I texted Nicole asking for an update. Her response was “they are working on it as we speak. I have been following up with the tech for a better eta on completion.” I responded with “Okay thank you! Did they figure out any of the sensor issues?” She responded with “i will have to go ask he hasn't said anything yet.” My Ford app showed that my car had yet to be started or moved since I had dropped it off previous Wednesday. By the next day at 4pm, I still had received no update from her and my car had yet to be started. I called the service department multiple times and only received their voicemail. I finally called the main line and asked for the Service Manager number, Jim. He apologize and promised to go talk to Nicole and have her call me asap. The previous times I worked with Allen. The first time was for the 50k mileage check. I told them I did not need an oil change but did need them to check my breaks. They completed an oil change and charged me $110 and did not check the breaks. The second time, I was having them check the breaks and coolant. My car was said to be returned that evening. They did not communicate the entire day and by 6pm they were closed and I did not have my car. The next morning they returned my car without checking the coolant. Their system is extremely flawed with scheduling and receiving updates and they have yet to complete a service in it’s entirety or without frustration. More
Terrible service department. Takes forever to get something done under warranty. as I said before "terrible service!!" Takes forever to get something done under warranty. as I said before "terrible service!!" More
Kelvin Ruffin is an outstanding sales person, the best at Palmetto Ford in our opinion. He has assisted us in the purchase or leasing of 5 Ford vehicles!! He is always attentive, friendly and helpful to us! Palmetto Ford in our opinion. He has assisted us in the purchase or leasing of 5 Ford vehicles!! He is always attentive, friendly and helpful to us! Palmetto Ford is very lucky to have a superior salesman like Kelvin. Thank you Kelvin Ruffin! Excellent service every time! More
Awesome sales team, awesome service department. Can’t say enough about everything this dealership has done for me over the years. I don’t go anywhere else for dealership required service and mainte Can’t say enough about everything this dealership has done for me over the years. I don’t go anywhere else for dealership required service and maintenance. Hats off to Jim Moody and his team, and special thanks to my service advisor Allen Oltmann who not only gets my appointments scheduled in a timely manner but also contacts me with all pertinent information about necessary work, time frame involved and estimated costs as soon as it’s available. He keeps me informed throughout, eliminating any surprises. Thanks Allen, for everything! More
I am leaving this review to share a very upsetting and unprofessional experience I had at Palmetto Ford while simply trying to retrieve my personal belongings and license plate. My vehicle has been at unprofessional experience I had at Palmetto Ford while simply trying to retrieve my personal belongings and license plate. My vehicle has been at this dealership since June 2, just three days after the school year ended. I am a teacher, and at the time my car broke down, my trunk contained classroom supplies and materials because I was in the middle of transitioning schools, jobs, and housing. I did not expect the repair to take seven months, so my belongings remained in the vehicle. When I arrived to pick up my items, I was approached by John Mount. He became visibly angry when I respectfully explained that I was not interested in purchasing another vehicle from Ford and that I had already bought a car elsewhere. I clearly stated I was only there to retrieve my belongings and plate. His behavior escalated quickly. He stormed inside, told me to wait outside, and returned carrying my belongings in two trash bags, which he threw on the ground. He then made multiple disrespectful comments, including implying that I was homeless, saying “I hope you live in your next car,” and continuing to mock me even after I explained that the items were teaching materials. I am a young woman and a professional educator, and I was spoken to in a way that was humiliating, hostile, and completely unacceptable. At no point was I disrespectful to him. This interaction left me shaken and embarrassed, and it is deeply concerning that a customer, especially one simply retrieving personal property, would be treated this way. I hope management takes this feedback seriously and addresses how customers are spoken to and treated. More
my wifes car needed service and steven felix our salesman from september was outstanding. he took care of everything for her and even put her in a loaner. i bought my maverick one week after my wifes bronco from september was outstanding. he took care of everything for her and even put her in a loaner. i bought my maverick one week after my wifes bronco sport and the dealership and steven are top notch. bruce billsback is also top notch guy. love this dealership, they take care of you. highly reccommend steven felix to sell you a vehicle. will continue to do business with these guys...... More






