Incompetent from top to bottom, worst service department
I've ever encountered. Audi of Marin issued a $ 13,765.84 diagnostic so off the rails it mislead another competent mechanic until the actual issue
I've ever encountered. Audi of Marin issued a $ 13,765.84 diagnostic so off the rails it mislead another competent mechanic until the actual issue was corrected at 1/10th the price.
I brought in my 2014 R8 convertible with a top that wouldn't operate at 17k miles. I clearly described per the owners manual I had locked the top up with 2 vehicle provided plastic blocks bolted into the mechanism, and stored two open top trim mechanisms in the front trunk. After the first week, I was told there were parts missing, which turned out to be the trim above. I repeated my description. After two more weeks, I was given the repair price above. I was told without any documentation the entire roof mechanism had been tested, but the roof would not operate. Audi said the pump and valve block needed replacing, another month.
I took the car to my independent mechanic. After a documented recheck of the components, he found the locking blocks were still in place. He removed them, cleared the code, and the top worked perfectly. The computer had become confused and shut down the roof because I flubbed the open/close switch back and forth while the battery was failing with low voltage. Battery replaced, issue resolved.
Yep, Audi had never taken the locking blocks out. I explained this incredible failure in detail to the Service Adviser and demanded my money back. After another month, the Service Manager replied he understood my position, but still felt his department had earned the diagnostic fee. Now, I'm insulted. Dealerships get to charge big bucks because this is their vehicle and they are supposed to know what they are doing. This service department didn't know the car or it's emergency process, miscommunicated critical information multiple times, and issued a diagnosis that was dead wrong.
Everyone makes mistakes. How far do they have to blow it to admit they failed to serve me? You have better options.
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by DanViele
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Danny Roque
, Unknown Diagnostic Mechanic, did not know this car
Audi Marin has been treating me well for over 18 years -
and Amy is really great to work with.
and Amy is really great to work with.
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by JKRTLAND
Verified Customer
Verified Customer
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Nov 14, 2023 -
Audi Marin responded
We're honored to have been a part of your journey for over 18 years. Amy appreciates your kind words, and we're grateful for your continued trust in Audi Marin.
Friendly greeting, good listening,respectful polite
interested in fixing problems
efficient at getting car back to owner
interested in fixing problems
efficient at getting car back to owner
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by CDUCKJR
Verified Customer
Verified Customer
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Nov 14, 2023 -
Audi Marin responded
Your kind words about our team's friendliness, attentive listening, respect, and efficient problem-solving mean a lot. We strive to make every interaction positive and impactful.
Friendly.
On time, thorough. Exceeded expectations. I appreciated the service recap video and was happy to have my car washed and floor mats cleaned.
On time, thorough. Exceeded expectations. I appreciated the service recap video and was happy to have my car washed and floor mats cleaned.
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by SCOTTM1100
Verified Customer
Verified Customer
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Ian
Nov 14, 2023 -
Audi Marin responded
We're pleased to hear that our team was friendly, thorough, and exceeded your expectations. The service recap video and the added touches like car washing and mat cleaning are part of our commitment to excellence.
Excellent service - easy drop off and pick up.
Accurate estimate of total time. No issues!
Accurate estimate of total time. No issues!
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by DDOSSEY
Verified Customer
Verified Customer
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Nov 15, 2023 -
Audi Marin responded
We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experiences with us. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us continually improve and provide exceptional service. We're delighted to hear that your service experience was excellent. Our team strives to make the process easy, and we're pleased to know that there were no issues. Thank you for choosing Audi Marin.
Audi Marin was quick to fix my car.
I will definitely go back to get my Audi serviced there.
I will definitely go back to get my Audi serviced there.
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by ROBLEDO_ANTHONY1
Verified Customer
Verified Customer
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Nov 15, 2023 -
Audi Marin responded
We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience with us. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us continually improve and provide exceptional service. We appreciate your acknowledgment of the quick resolution to your car's issues. We look forward to serving you again for any future service needs.
Thanks for the recent service to my car.
Your quick response and professionalism is always appreciated, and Amy was a gem to work with!
Your quick response and professionalism is always appreciated, and Amy was a gem to work with!
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by PATRICKMARTINMAGIC
Verified Customer
Verified Customer
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Oct 12, 2023 -
Audi Marin responded
Hi Patrick thank you for leaving us this kind review, we are sorry your experience was only a 1-star one, please let us know what we can do to make your next experience a 5-star one!
Oct 12, 2023 -
PATRICKMARTINMAGIC responded
I was providing a 5 STAR REVIEW, so must have accidentally sellected the wrong category. Thanks for making the correction.
veru helpful, efficient and friendly.
Even though I had a reservation, there was not a loaner car available making things difficult.
Even though I had a reservation, there was not a loaner car available making things difficult.
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by RDKRETIRED
Verified Customer
Verified Customer
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Nov 15, 2023 -
Audi Marin responded
We appreciate your kind words about our team's helpfulness, efficiency, and friendliness. We apologize for any inconvenience regarding the loaner car, and we'll strive to enhance our reservation system
It’s all about how much your people are engaged and
willing to help. Fifteen
willing to help. Fifteen
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by JKASTNER0
Verified Customer
Verified Customer
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Nov 15, 2023 -
Audi Marin responded
Your acknowledgment of our team's engagement and willingness to help is truly appreciated. We'll continue to prioritize exceptional service for our customers.
If you have any further comments, concerns, or suggestions, please feel free to reach out. Your trust in Audi Marin is invaluable, and we look forward to serving you with excellence in the future.
I love my car and the fact it had services paid for by
the previous owner. Amy is very professional, courteous and well spoken. The technician had a telling video to accompany the repairs and the text c
the previous owner. Amy is very professional, courteous and well spoken. The technician had a telling video to accompany the repairs and the text communication platform that Amy uses was great.
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by smoezzi
Verified Customer
Verified Customer
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Nov 15, 2023 -
Audi Marin responded
We are truly grateful for your positive review and for taking the time to share your experience with us. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we're thrilled to receive such encouraging feedback. Thank you for choosing Audi and for appreciating Amy's professionalism, courtesy, and effective communication. We're pleased that the video and communication platform enhanced your service experience.