Wasted a whole day filling out paper work and giving
deposit only to be called an hour later to say car had been sold previous day! What xxxxing idiots!
deposit only to be called an hour later to say car had been sold previous day! What xxxxing idiots!
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by Weenmaimai
Sep 09, 2021 -
A Better Way Wholesale Autos responded
We're sorry that you didn't have a completely satisfying visit. Would it be possible to have someone from our management team reach out to you directly to discuss this? We'd love the opportunity to address any issues with our team here. Thank you for your time.
Aug 27, 2021 -
A Better Way Wholesale Autos responded
We're sorry that you didn't have a completely satisfying visit. Would it be possible to have someone from our management team reach out to you directly to discuss? We'd love the opportunity to address any issues with our team here. Thank you for your time, and hopefully we can get to the bottom of this.
Why aren't this these guy's in jail ? make you wait 2+
hours and then rush you though the payment , HELLO BBB !!! V. BAD
hours and then rush you though the payment , HELLO BBB !!! V. BAD
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by mcresources
Sep 04, 2021 -
A Better Way Wholesale Autos responded
We're sorry to hear about your experience and would love to get to the bottom of it with you and see if there is something we can come up with to turn it around for you. If you don't mind me asking, what is your first and last name so that we can check our system and review your deal? If you'd prefer to speak on the phone or via another forum, please feel free to contact us directly or let us know the best way to contact you and we will reach out.
Aug 21, 2021 -
A Better Way Wholesale Autos responded
We're sorry to hear about your experience, and would love to get to the bottom of it with you and see if there is something we can come up with to turn it around for you. If you don't mind me asking, what is your first and last name so that we can check our system and review your deal? If you'd prefer to speak on the phone or via another forum, please feel free to contact us directly or let us know the best way to contact you and we will reach out.
Purchased a 2013 Mercedes S550 from Paul Ciocca. Overall
not a bad experience, Paul seemed like a stand up hard working guy and kept me in the loop until pick up was ready. Only 2 stars because the car nee
not a bad experience, Paul seemed like a stand up hard working guy and kept me in the loop until pick up was ready. Only 2 stars because the car needed new front brakes and rotors, which A Better Way installed however, they did not use OEM parts and instead used inferior parts which had no manufacturing markings on them. I know this because the brakes were vibrating and squealing from the day I took the car and since I was going to have my mechanic go through the car for me, I would let him inspect the brakes. After it was all said and done, turned out the ABW Wholesale Auto mechanic installed the brake pads incorrectly (arrows pointing wrong direction) and against the grain of the pads and also failed to lubricate all the parts leaving them bone dry, which resulted in the vibrations and loud screeching. The inferior metals used in manufacturing the rotors also resulted in center of rotors completely rusting orange within one week of ownership. Week two, replaced front rotors and pads with Mercedes Benz OEM parts, at my own expense, and problem resolved. Wasn't worth returning to complain, figured since they used cheap parts and installed them incorrectly, I wasn't going waste my time taking the chance that they would do the right thing and replace with OEM parts correctly. Other than that, car is great and Paul was honest and good to deal with. Had the repairs been performed professionally using OEM parts, this would have been a 4 star rating. Review with photos on Yelp.
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by Nick M
Sep 04, 2021 -
A Better Way Wholesale Autos responded
We're sorry that you didn't have a completely satisfying visit and our management team will be reaching out to you shortly to discuss your experience. Thank you for your time, and hopefully, we can get to the bottom of this.
Sep 04, 2021 -
Nick M responded
Guys really?! Your public response is actually comical to which I am now dubbing it "OPERATION POSITIVE IMAGE". We went back and forth on 8/21 through DealerRater private message to which you never replied or made any attempt to make good on the inferior parts and faulty workmanship only to post this public response on the morning of the start of Labor Day weekend. I was actually shocked when I received the response above in email this morning but since readers have no idea what I am referring to, let me post our private messages, to which you never responded, below:
A Better Way Wholesale Autos responded PRIVATELY on 8/21/21 9:15 AM
Nick, providing a positive experience is our top priority, and we're sorry that we failed here. We'd love the opportunity to discuss your visit in greater detail and clear up any issues we can. If it's possible to talk about your experience one-on-one, please reach out to us directly to let us know the best way to contact you and we will reach out to you.
Nick M responded PRIVATELY on 8/24/21 10:27 PM
Thank you for your response however, contact is not necessary as I proactively corrected the issues at my own expense. I own my company and have posters to remind my employees the importance of doing the job right the first time. Three posters which immediately come to mind are "If you don't have time to do it right the first time, how will you have time the second time" - "You never get a second chance to make a first impression" - "Your actions speak louder than your words" We live by these sayings every day in our business and offer the best services using only the highest quality products for our customers. The fact that your company used the cheapest quality brakes money could buy is upsetting especially given the fact that the two times I was at your location, the Danbury Mercedes Benz van was on site delivering OEM parts. I wrongfully assumed this was a good sign and had no concerns whatsoever that OEM parts would be installed on the vehicle I purchased from ABW Auto, I was wrong. The photos posted on Yelp show the quality of parts buyers may receive when having their vehicle serviced at ABW Auto. With regard to the pads being installed upside down, maybe the tech was having a bad day or overwhelmed, no one is perfect but ordering cheap parts to keep margins as high as possible, that's where you lost me. It's a shame because had high quality OEM parts been installed this would have been a 4 star transaction. I'd be more than happy to change my rating if you would like to refund the $620.55 it cost to replace the front brakes however, it's not necessary as I am fortunate enough in life where I can afford it, sometimes it’s just principle and a matter of doing the right thing.
Aug 21, 2021 -
A Better Way Wholesale Autos responded
Nick, providing a positive experience is our top priority, and we're sorry that we failed here. We'd love the opportunity to discuss your visit in greater detail and clear up any issues we can. If it's possible to talk about your experience one-on-one, please reach out to us directly to let us know the best way to contact you and we will reach out to you.
Aug 25, 2021 -
Nick M responded
Thank you for your response however, contact is not necessary as I proactively corrected the issues at my own expense. I my company I have posters to remind my employees the importance of doing the job right the first time. Three posters which immediately come to mind are "If you don't have time to do it right the first time, how will you have time the second time" - "You never get a second chance to make a first impression" - "Your actions speak louder than your words" We live by these sayings every day in our business and offer the best services using only the highest quality products for our customers. The fact that your company used the cheapest quality brakes money could buy is upsetting especially given the fact that the two times I was at your location, the Danbury Mercedes Benz van was on site delivering OEM parts. I wrongfully assumed this was a good sign and had no concerns whatsoever that OEM parts would be installed on the vehicle I purchased from ABW Auto, I was wrong. This photos posted on Yelp show the quality of parts buyers may receive when having their vehicle serviced at ABW Auto. With regard to the pads being installed upside down, maybe the tech was having a bad day or overwhelmed, no one is perfect but ordering cheap parts keep margins as high as possible, that's where you lost me. It's a shame because had high quality OEM parts been installed part this would have been a 4 start transaction. I'd be more than happy to change my rating if you would like to refund the $620.55 it cost to replace the front brakes however, it's not necessary as I am fortunate enough in life where I can afford it, sometimes its just principle and a matter of doing the right thing.
the worst experience I ever had with a sales man.Paul
Ciocca. I put a down payment on a car of nearly 2000.00. Than I had to get proof oF income so I could purchase the car and finance it. PAUL Lied to m
Ciocca. I put a down payment on a car of nearly 2000.00. Than I had to get proof oF income so I could purchase the car and finance it. PAUL Lied to me and sold the car behind my back. Not even a phone call to see how I was making out with my paper work FIRST. I called him to tell him I got everything he needed and HE SOLD MY CAR WITHOUT MY PERMISSION. THE WORST SALES MAN I EVER HAD. I HOPE HE GETS FIRED OVER THIS. This was may second car I bought there and my LAST!!!!!! PAUL CIOCCA IS A LIRER. DO NOT BUY FROM THIS BACK STABBER.
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by JOEARPI
Apr 29, 2021 -
JOEARPI responded
to whom it may concern,
just wanted you to know I put all most 2000.00 down on a jeep. I was going to finance the rest threw as bank. Unfortunately your sales man Paul sold my jeep to someone else. I feel I was lied to and made a fool of. this was such a let down considering I bought other cars from your company before. just wanted you to know you lost a very good customer. io will be contacting the better business bureau about this matter. he did say he was going to return mt down payment but its been going on three days now and nothing been returned to me yet. this is so un profesonal of your sales man!!! please have a manager contact me. Joe Arpino. 203-619-3448 thank you
Apr 30, 2021 -
A Better Way Wholesale Autos responded
Joe, we're sorry to hear about your experience and would love to get to the bottom of it with you and see if there is something we can come up with to turn it around for you as quickly as possible. If you would be willing to continue the conversation, we would appreciate the opportunity to address your concerns. Please let us know the best way to reach you.
Absolutely horrible business practices! January 2020, I
purchased a Nissan. Pathfinder from them. The next morning, it started smoking, they had it towed to their "garage". Here's a highlight of what happ
purchased a Nissan. Pathfinder from them. The next morning, it started smoking, they had it towed to their "garage". Here's a highlight of what happened next:
1. The garage is just a Napa oil change spot with one mechanic and a very young staff. They kept my car for almost a week to tell me something was wrong with the engine and they ordered a new one. Another week to have it installed. They reminded me of the rental reimbursement on the extended warranty.
2. Picked up the car with the new engine, but they forgot to put the bolts in the engine mount. So every acceleration and deceleration, I would hear a clunk. Brought it back again. They told me nothing was wrong.
3. Brought it back again for the same thing and I explained to them what exactly it was (brought it to another shop and got the truth). They kept the car for 4 days and told me I needed a new transmission. There was nothing wrong with my transmission!! Picked it up with the "new" transmission and the idle is all over the place, accelerating erratically on the highway, wouldn't switch to 3rd gear. 2 days later, the transmission finally gives. They tow it back again.
4. This time another week of diagnosis tells them it's a bad transmission (ya think???) And they have to wait for approval of the warranty company to order another one! Another week goes by and they reinstall a "new" transmission. And they tell me they "fixed" my ac as a courtesy to me...
5. Drive out of the parking lot, check engine light goes on. They spend a half an hour resetting the light. Goes back on again so I bring it to a real garage - O2 sensors gone. Bring it back again with all paperwork. Also, the AC is permanently on, never turns off...
6. Meanwhile, I needed a rental and I submitted the $600 bill for reimbursement. That bill was passed around faster than wildfire and it became everyone else's fault. I ended up going to the Better Business Bureau and filed a complaint. Only then did they reimburse my money, stating it was a courtesy...nope, it was a part of the extended warranty that they slide in as a payment!
I just recently sold the car and I am so glad to never have to deal with this company again!! Please read the reviews and keep in mind that while they are filling out the purchase paperwork, they wait for you to review them on Google before proceeding. Many of the 5 star reviews come from people sitting at the desk, waiting for their cars!!
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by Former lemon owner
Other Employees Tagged:
J Gorb
Jan 05, 2021 -
A Better Way Wholesale Autos responded
We are sorry to hear that you had such an poor experience with service of your Pathfinder. I understand how frustrating it can be when your car isn't fixed right the first time. I can assure you, however, that the intentions of our Service Department is to accurately diagnose and repair each vehicle of the over 50,000 that we service. Repeat visits are inefficient for everyone involved.
Please feel free to reach out to TJ, our General Manager, if you would like to discuss further.
Jan 05, 2021 -
Former lemon owner responded
It's a little late for that - I asked repeatedly to speak with a manager and the front desk guy insisted he was the manager and would not give me a name nor a number of his superior. I tried calling the sales office and asked to speak with a manager, was sent to a generic voice mail and no calls were returned. You response sounds wonderful, it's too bad no one could back it up with a return call. You could have retained a customer if you returned the calls and requests that were made (to speak with a manager)!!
TERRIBLE. They sell you cars with issues and continue to
take your money doing sub par service jobs. I’ve had my car a year and been back at service 7 times, each time something else wrong. I bring it to an
take your money doing sub par service jobs. I’ve had my car a year and been back at service 7 times, each time something else wrong. I bring it to an actual dealer, and they find something wrong with what the service felt did here. When you call, they yell at you on the phone if you question their work. Just terrible. Do you self a favor and find an actually business that cares.
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by Kelley
Scott and Paul
were very gracious and greatly assisted me every step of the way. They answered all of my question even when I went into great details and I never fel
were very gracious and greatly assisted me every step of the way. They answered all of my question even when I went into great details and I never felt misguided by what I was told. Excellent experience!
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by MrBaldwin96
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Scott