261 Reviews of Tom Pappas Toyota - Service Center
Was a loyal Pappa's Service customer for almost 2 years but after the last 2 service visits I have taken my service to a better Toyota dealership. The first incident was a regular oil change like I years but after the last 2 service visits I have taken my service to a better Toyota dealership. The first incident was a regular oil change like I do there every 5k miles - the next day I heard a very loud noise coming from under my hood when I started my 4runner. I popped open the hood and could clearly see a mountain dew bottle lodged in next to the engine. I pulled it out and the noise went away. It still had some oil drops in it so I could tell the mechanic at Pappas had used it the day before while changing my oil. I asked my service advisor Gino Micallef, on an unannounced visit, he immediately denied they use mountain dew bottles and tried insulting my intelligence that I might have sucked it up off the road while driving. Upon pushing him to let me speak with the service center manager or supervisor I was able to speak with the supervisor who walked in and upon seeing the soda bottle and hearing I was just in for an oil change, he immediately owned up to the mistake the mechanic made. Which instantly put me at ease, he then went on to explain how they use the soda bottle to catch oil from dripping on the engine. I understood, appreciated his honesty and he offered a free oil change next time. Because of how he handled that situation is the only reason I went back, if left to how Gino was handling the situation I would have never went back. Upon my next visit, I received the free oil change and explained to Gino that I think my rotors are bad, breaking at high speeds the steering wheel shakes, etc. Please test drive and let me know. Long story short, Gino stated the rotors are warped, could be turned and would test drive again to make sure the back rotors are ok. Said everything went fine so only needed front rotors turned. I rented a car, paid for it, so that Pappa's mechanics could have plenty of time to get it done, correctly, and I could get to work. In fact my 4runner sat on their lot for a full day after it was fixed before I could arrive to pick it up. Upon arriving it was right at closing so I immediately rushed inside to pay and to my mistake, did not look at the condition of my car. After paying, which took longer because Gino lied to me over the phone about pricing so it was 10% higher than I was verbally told. I walked outside with the last service advisor and see my car with a totally flat front tire. Not low, completely flat. It took the service advisor 3 trips to refill the air compressor to fill the tire back up. And that was after I had to ask him to please help as the dealership was closed and I had just returned my rental car so no way to drive a flat tire 4runner back home. Simply put, Pappa's Toyota does not care about customer service, they care about providing a report that shows they served 130 vehicles a day - who cares that they lie and damage their customers vehicles in the process, just make sure their report looks good every day. From the general manager Angelo to service manager Mark and service advisor Gino - not a single person cared about the service I have been receiving and the condition they left my vehicle in. I truly believe knowing how Gino is that he wanted the air in my tire leaked so I could pay them to do more on my 4runner. Furthermore, after 2 weeks of getting my rotors turned, the shake is back. Another job well done Pappa's. It is worth noting that another Toyota dealership was more than willing to provide excellent customer service and mechanical expertise to properly diagnose and repair my 4runner. Stay clear of this dealership unless you want to be taken advantage of and have your car returned in worse shape than when you dropped it off. More
Beware!!! Dishonest business! Stay away if you do not want to pay twice. I purchased new Michelin tires from Pappas in March 2013. At the time of purchase, they did not make me aware Pappass buy their t want to pay twice. I purchased new Michelin tires from Pappas in March 2013. At the time of purchase, they did not make me aware Pappass buy their tires elsewhere and therefore Toyota will NOT cover road hazard. 6 months later one of my tires was damaged and I contacted Pappass, who said I refused to buy a $40!! road hazard for brand new 4 Michelin tires.. Who would do that?! They just put words in your mouth. Not only nobody offered road hazard to me, they did not make me aware their tires are not under Toyota or any warranty! One of my tires was damaged and I had to buy brand new tire instead of paying $20+ for labor with Toyota road hazard only because Pappas do not care about their customers and even their own business reputation! Stay away!!! More
We purchased a minivan from Pappa's Toyota in 2009 and they serviced the car since then. I was happy with their service until today's horrible experience with Gino the service advisor. I took the car and they serviced the car since then. I was happy with their service until today's horrible experience with Gino the service advisor. I took the car for 45,000 maintenance that included 51-point inspection, oil change, and tire rotation. As Gino was filling out my service sheet, another Pappa's employee got in the office and informed me that my car's alignment was off. I was surprised to hear that due to: 1) I have not asked them to do alignment check 2) the minivan was still in the drop-off area. I simply asked Gino why they performed a service I have not asked for and his reply was "What is the big deal, the alignment check was complimentary". I then asked him if it was part of the 51-point inspection and he said yes. When I asked Gino to prove it by showing me the 51-point inspection list, he could not as I am pretty sure alignment check was not part of the list. I have two other cars and the dealerships never performed alignment check under multipoint inspection. Long story short, we both got upset and he first told me to leave his office and then when we were out of his office told me to leave the dealership in front of other customers and employees. Gino said they can refuse to provide service to anyone. I said that might be true under certain circumstances, but this is not one of them. I wanted to speak with the service manager, but he was not there so I ended up speaking with the parts manager first and after that the owner of the dealership. I informed both of them that the way Gino treated me was unacceptable and the owner assured me that he will have a talk with Gino. By the way, the parts manager showed me the machine located in the drop off area that checked my car's alignment. It looks pretty small and seems like it uses laser to check the alignment. I have no idea how the machine works, but based on the conversation with the manager, it does not sound very reliable as they double check the results with a conventional alignment unit when they take the car to the service area. It makes me wonder if they would let the customers know if the initial results were wrong or simply pretend like they fixed the alignment and charge for it. As a result of this unpleasant experience, I decided not to use Pappa's Toyota for my future car purchase/service. I am sure there are other Toyota dealers that will appreciate my business. Thanks for reading. More
We bought a used Dodge Caliber from Pappa's in November. After two months, we had some sensors go bad. We got it towed to Pappa's. They were quick to give us a quote and quick to get the parts ordered. Emm After two months, we had some sensors go bad. We got it towed to Pappa's. They were quick to give us a quote and quick to get the parts ordered. Emmaly called us daily to give us a status. When the sensors were fixed, we found out that Dodge had an issue where something in the computer needed to be reflashed. Emmaly called the warranty company and Dodge to see if it was covered. Since Dodge had a technical service bulletin out on it, Pappa's fronted the bill for the reflash. They got it towed to a better Dodge place that was a little farther away to make sure it was done right. She called me to give me updates, and never acted frustrated when I called to ask for more information. I wish all service advisors and customer support people were like Emmaly. She was wonderful to work with! We have our car back and it runs great! Emmaly and Tony (the sales associate that we bought from) both called us to follow up and make sure all was well! What a great team! More
I was involved in a car accident. I was at the dealership to get an estimate of the damage. When Ron Callahan came out to do the paperwork the first thing he asked was whether or not I had been i dealership to get an estimate of the damage. When Ron Callahan came out to do the paperwork the first thing he asked was whether or not I had been injured. He was very sincere and assured me that they could take care of the car and the most important thing was that I wasn't hurt. Everytime I have been to Pappas for service I have had great service. I look forward to going there because I feel special. They have service down!!! More
I received flier in the mail for service specials and needing wheel alignment I was interested. The flier had a scratch off that would indicated if I would receive a additional discount. I received a $60 needing wheel alignment I was interested. The flier had a scratch off that would indicated if I would receive a additional discount. I received a $60 discount on the work and was sure I would be pressured into additional work, costing a lot more. I was surprised that this was not the case and was treated great. Would recommend Pappas to my friends. Jim ps I thought the " help us toot our bugle was confusing, so I just went to your web site. More
Kyle Albrecht was a great! While I had a problem that was hard to troubleshoot (electrical) he helped immensely in working through the resolution and getting the parts lined up so I could get my truck up and hard to troubleshoot (electrical) he helped immensely in working through the resolution and getting the parts lined up so I could get my truck up and running, He made me feel comfortable with all aspects of the process. A huge thanks-you goes to Kyle. More
this was our first visit, and Emmaly Garland was very knowledgeable and helpful, she was very professional and took care of us from the minute we got there until we left, you have an outstanding organiza knowledgeable and helpful, she was very professional and took care of us from the minute we got there until we left, you have an outstanding organization,and we look forward to coming back More
Patrick was an awesome help! He took time to explain everything to me and I was very happy with my service. I LOVE the lady who does nails in the waiting area, she is always friendly and its great to ge everything to me and I was very happy with my service. I LOVE the lady who does nails in the waiting area, she is always friendly and its great to get my nails done. More
I bought my car there,used, paid cash. Took out extended I bought my car there,used, paid cash. Took out extended warranty. Air conditioner went out so took in. When got in to drive, still in lot, noticed I bought my car there,used, paid cash. Took out extended warranty. Air conditioner went out so took in. When got in to drive, still in lot, noticed red air bag light was on and driver side headlight not working. Pulled back into garage, asked for service manager, short fat guy, said not their doing. Funny, worked before took it? They were in the wrong More