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Excellent Car Buying Experience I would recoomend this dealership to anyone looking for a a quality new vehicle. Salesman Don LaPorte in particular was fantastic. A very low pressu I would recoomend this dealership to anyone looking for a a quality new vehicle. Salesman Don LaPorte in particular was fantastic. A very low pressure buying experience. Best car buying experience I have ever had. More

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***Avoid at all cost*** I live in a Chicago suburbs but drove all the way to Mercedes-Benz of North Olmsted to purchase an E class coupe (2018) in December 6th, 2018. Everyt I live in a Chicago suburbs but drove all the way to Mercedes-Benz of North Olmsted to purchase an E class coupe (2018) in December 6th, 2018. Everything went smoothly and the salesperson, Don LaPorte was friendly and professional. They even gave me a very fair trade-in value for my BMW convertible. I asked to transfer my existing license plate to the new car but was told that was not possible. They then issued me a temporary license plate. That was where the nightmare began. Since the temporary plate was about to expire, I called the DMV on January 22nd to learn that they still had not received anything from the dealer. I called Matt (the finance director) and left several messages but never heard back from him. This was unexpected. I was naive to think that someone would have a courtesy to return my call after spending $68,417 buying a Mercedes from them. Nope, nada. No one returned my calls. By that time the temporary plate was already expired for a week. I was stopped and told not to use the vehicle until I receive a valid plate. So I decided to call Don on February 5th. That was when I finally heard back from Matt. He mentioned there was a delay on issuing a registration and sent me another temporary tag. I called the DMV again on February 15th just to find out that they still didn't have information of the vehicle in the system yet. I decided to contact Ohio DMV but was told that the new title was in fact issued to the dealer since December 10th, 2018. Well, someone was lying then. So I called Don and Matt and left multiple messages. None of them returned my calls. I again called Don on February 20th and 21st but my calls kept going straight to his voicemail. So I tried again from a different phone number. This time he answered and promised that I would get the plate by next Monday and he would send me a tracking number as well. That didn't happen but the State of Illinois finally got the vehicle information in the system on February 22nd and subsequently, I received the plate and title on March 3rd. That wasn't the end of the nightmare. Months later, I took the car to a dealer to see how much I would get if I wanted to trade in. And guess what? The car which was advertised as no accidents with a clean CARFAX report had a frontal collision and had been repainted. The person who inspected the car also found two paint tapes behind the front grill and below the left engine room. He even questioned how this car was qualified as a certified pre-owned. That was not it. Then a couple of days ago I received a collection letter from State of Illinois for the amount of $563.72. I called and was told that the sale tax from the car purchase was submitted to State of Illinois in February 2019, not December 2018 as when the purchase occurred. Therefore. I was charged penalty and interest for the late payment and filing. It took me almost four months to finally got my license plate. Let's see how long it is going to take them to get back to me and take care of this issue. I am also wondering how much my credit score will be effected after this collection process. If you read until this line. I hope you don't have to go through xxxx like what I have been through at this dealer. More

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This is it The previous vehicle I'd purchased was a good experience. In and out in under 2 hours. This time frame and similar, but so much better otherwise. The previous vehicle I'd purchased was a good experience. In and out in under 2 hours. This time frame and similar, but so much better otherwise. The dealership wen the extra mile to make the vehicle fit financially. They even assisted with transportation. Don is awesome especially with the service after the sale. More

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Found the exact car I was looking for I have so far the best after sales service at this dealership. This shall be an example of how customer service should be in everything not only for c I have so far the best after sales service at this dealership. This shall be an example of how customer service should be in everything not only for car dealerships. More

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Great buying experience! This dealer has a vast selection of Mercedes convertibles and AMGs. Don was very helpful and professional. I drove all the way from Illinois for a C This dealer has a vast selection of Mercedes convertibles and AMGs. Don was very helpful and professional. I drove all the way from Illinois for a C class convertible but ended up got something else for my little brother instead. More

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Excellent customer experience Excellent service, extremely satisfied with the sales transaction and the customer service far exceeded my high expectations and unique request. Not Excellent service, extremely satisfied with the sales transaction and the customer service far exceeded my high expectations and unique request. Not only did I want a certified used car, I needed to have it adapted for my handicap. I met with Don LaPorte several times to identify the most appropriate car, test drive it, and find the right color and style. Don made many calls and sent emails, helping me coordinate adaptions with the aftermarket companies. Don ensured that I got the perfect car for me and the best possible deal. So easy and I get a Mercedes! More

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Smoothest vehicle purchase EVER! Superb buying experience...Don LaPorte conducted business as a partner rather than a sales person. His courtesy, professionalism and service are sec Superb buying experience...Don LaPorte conducted business as a partner rather than a sales person. His courtesy, professionalism and service are second to none. The entire team at MBNO were a class act, extremely knowledgeable and addressed every question/need. The purchase was FAST though they still took the time to ensure I was completely satisfied before leaving the dealership. I'm from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and will definitely return for my next vehicle purchase. I give Don & the staff at MBNO the highest possible recommendation. They are a model for all other dealerships to follow. More

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Fantastic G Wagon My experience with Donald LaPorte was one of the best if not the best experience I have ever had in buying a car, this gentleman is what every profess My experience with Donald LaPorte was one of the best if not the best experience I have ever had in buying a car, this gentleman is what every professional should strive to become. A true people person that is completely understanding and accommodating, I bought my car sight unseen I talked to Don and what he told me was enough for me to go through with the deal without hesitation, we arranged everything through text messaging, emails and phone calls. When I finally met Don, it was like meeting an old friend, he made us feel extremely welcome and treated us like we were the only people in the store. I am already planning my next purchase and it will be with Don. Great Job! I would also like to recognise Andrew Conner, Andrew made financing my purchase completely effortless, there were no changes or surprises, everything we agreed to was exactly how it was. Andrew is a true professional and extremely knowledgable. This dealership is the real deal, a complete package, I can't say enough good things about my experience. More

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Easy to reach, tailored experience I flew in to Cleveland and Don picked me up from the airport in a pretty sweet S550 convertible. The sales manager (Bill) and the sales person (Don) w I flew in to Cleveland and Don picked me up from the airport in a pretty sweet S550 convertible. The sales manager (Bill) and the sales person (Don) were both really easy to reach so we reached an agreement swiftly and amicably. They made sure that when I arrived, it would be an easy in and out. And it was. Thank you Don and Bill, it was quite the adventure. More

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A-1 service The entire staff was personable & professional from the moment I step into the showroom floor. From the receptionist to the sales, service & finance p The entire staff was personable & professional from the moment I step into the showroom floor. From the receptionist to the sales, service & finance personnel., all of my concerns & questions were dealt with in an expeditious & professional manner. Would & have highly recommended them . More

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