Gravells Reviews 164

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Review summary

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Looking at 49 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their friendly, professional, and helpful approach, making the car buying process smooth and stress-free. Many people highlight the exceptional customer service, noting that employees go above and beyond to assist with inquiries, paperwork, and ensuring satisfaction. The service provided is often described as excellent, with consumers appreciating the efficiency and ease of their overall experience, from initial inquiry to vehicle handover. However, some customers also noted issues with service department professionalism, citing problems with MOT and servicing after a dealership transfer, and experiencing delays in repairs. A few other people also felt that the company seemed more focused on selling new cars than on fixing existing ones, and some reported unprofessional conduct from staff members.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent experience with Gravells Kia Kidwelly. I initially went in looking for a used car around 2 years old and came away with brand new Sportage on a great deal. Richard was brilliant friendly and... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We recently purchased a vehicle from Kidwelly branch of Gravells. I just wanted to say we received top quality service. Oliver the sales man was second to none, if all salespeople were like him you sh... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good service from Sales person Cassie. Helpful and answered all our questions, or found someone who could if she couldn't. Made the sales/part exchange experience smooth, efficiently dealing with... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Many thanks to Nick and Isaac at Gravells, Hereford for all their assistance in the purchase of our Dacia Bigster. We previously had a Duster but needed more space to accommodate a wheelchair. Nick an... See more

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Company details

  1. Car Dealer
  2. Auto Body Shop
  3. Car Accessories Store
  4. Car Service
  5. Kia Dealer
  6. Used Car Dealer

Written by the company

NEW AND USED CARS FOR SALE IN SOUTH WALES AND HEREFORD QUALITY AT GREAT PRICES At Gravells, we've been providing excellent service since 1932 and have the full range of new Kia, Renault and Dacia cars and vans. We also stock more than 600 quality used cars and vans across the group with prices regularly checked to ensure you're getting excellent value for money. We have locations across South Wales in Kidwelly, Narberth, Swansea (Llansamlet), Bridgend, Abergavenny and Hereford which sell new and second hand cars as well as performing MOTs, servicing and repairs on all makes and models. We also have our own insurance approved, accident repair centre in Kidwelly which carries out body repairs, smart paintwork repairs, resprays, alloy wheel refurbishments and fits a range of vehicle accessories such as tow bars, sensors, dash cams and reversing cameras. Our top-class customer service and after-sales service has seen us build excellent relationships with our customers time and time again. People come from far and wide to get great deals on new and used cars that meet and exceed their expectations – our customer reviews speak for themselves!


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4.5

Excellent

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

164 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very friendly and welcoming

Very friendly and welcoming + Free Hot Drinks have been coming here for nearly 2 years + Car wash ONLY £1, Yes ONLY £1 and a nice cuppa while you wait Approx 20 Mins. Got a good deal on my first Kia.

Richard

March 8, 2024
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Reply from Gravells

Thank you so much for the 5 stars! So glad you enjoyed your visit! We hope to be able to help you again soon. Many thanks.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Proceed with caution

Recommend that you don’t sign up for the “service plan”
Gravells idea of a service plan is changing the oil and oil filter and nothing else for £300.
Anything else like air filter, pollen filter or any other serviceable item you pay as an additional charge which will also include the ridiculous hourly charge plus vat.
And you can guarantee there will be other items they recommend you do.
It’ll be a very long time if ever I’ll return to Gravells.
27/8/24
Just goes to show how bad Gravells are just got a reply to my trustpilot review and it’s only taken 6 months 😂☹️😂

February 21, 2024
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Reply from Gravells

We're very sorry to read this review. We follow the manufacturers' pricing model which is the same across the country.
As a family business we do try to get things right for our customers. We're sorry that you were disappointed with our service.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Misleading letter

Received a letter telling me my loyalty as a customer hadn’t gone unnoticed and they had “good news to tell me about my current vehicle” was given a reference number, that it’s not a mass communication and told to phone on Valentine’s Day. Which as you can imagine makes you think they’ll at you’re going to win/get offered something. So I did as everyone would do. Wait and phone on the specified day - Valentine’s Day. It was a sales pitch and not a good one. They gentleman was frank and told me that they were looking for people to part ex their vehicles and they have deals on. He asked if I was interested. I was honest and said it’s not something I’d considered and he tried to book me in for a consultation. I declined and he told me I can give my letter to anyone I know who is looking to part ex and it didn’t even matter whether is it was me. This has soured my opinion of Gravells. This was a cheap and scummy attempt at a sales pitch trying to write it that they care and we’re going to offer something to me as a customer. I definitely don’t feel valued. I would issue a complaint but there’s no option on the website. Edit - it was not my intention for the sales rep to get in bother but rather that I think it very tactless of the hr/marketing team to think it appropriate to send letters of such a misleading nature on Valentine’s Day. People don’t feel valued as a customer by being directed to the sales team for n hopes they part ex and upgrade their vehicle. Perhaps something for marketing/hr to consider?

February 14, 2024
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Reply from Gravells

Hi Rebekah, Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We take matters like this very seriously and we are very sorry to hear that you have had such a bad experience. We can assure you that the letter you received was certainly only for our loyal customers. The sales person has been spoken to regarding his response and we can only apologise for the way it made you feel. That was not our intention and we pride ourselves on incredible customer service. We do hope that you decide to use Gravells again in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service

Excellent customer service, especially Chloe who was polite, excellent communication and support with a car problem. She also went the extra mile with after care and showed me how the problem was resolved.
Would highly recommend.😊

February 5, 2024
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Reply from Gravells

Thank you so much for your fantastic review. Chloe will be delighted with the feedback and we are so pleased you had such a great experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a great experience with Kia…

I had a great experience with Kia Gravels Swansea this morning. The staff were welcoming charming and helpful. Leighanne was delightful and kindly sorted out the MOT and my next service. My service was done in an hour and the car beautifully washed. I was able to order a new car as the Kia Nero I wanted had come back on the Motability scheme and to my delight the boot is now bigger and so my solid frame wheelchair fits in more easily. This was a welcome surprise. Robert John was super reassuring and helpful organising the new order and demonstrating the model. All in all very positive indeed. Many thanks.

January 30, 2024
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Reply from Gravells

Hi Rachell, Thank you so much for your fantastic review. We are delighted to hear that you had such a great experience at Gravells Kia Swansea. Leighanne and Robert will be very pleased with such great feedback. We are so pleased the New Kia Niro provides you with the space you need in the boot. We hope you enjoy your new car and we look forward to welcoming you back to Gravells Kia Swansea in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Over the moon with my new car.

I'm over the moon with my new Kia Sportage. Dan was very kind and curtious and had all the information I needed to know and more. This has been my best experience buying a new car. Gravells are definitely the go-to garage for your next new car. Highly recommended.

January 9, 2024
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Reply from Gravells

That's excellent news! Thank you for taking the time to review Dan and the team. We really appreciate your business also. Hope to see you for servicing! Happy motoring!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Gravells Bridgend a superb Kia…

Gravells Bridgend a superb Kia dealership. Andy Bollen is so incredibly helpful and really does the best for his customers. Claire Lavender manages the service desk making the servicing experience run like clock work. The whole team are so customer focused and genuine it really sets them apart.

January 5, 2024
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Reply from Gravells

Thank you so much for your words, we really appreciate it, especially Andy and Claire! Thank you for coming to Gravells!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional staff

I’ve been using this company for about 10 years. I have always been treated with respect and given a professional service by staff. Happy to recommend. Never had a problem with any of my vehicles.

December 29, 2023
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Reply from Gravells

That's fantastic to hear! Thank you so much for coming to Gravells!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service

Very high level of customer service and communication from Gravells during the purchase of our Kia Xceed, Callum was first class in arranging our paperwork and delivery, especially given the distance involved. Tom undertook the mammoth drive and took time to explain all the controls etc. Both guys are a great advert for the company. We are very happy with our car. We'll done all round. David and Elaine Ironside, New Deer Aberdeenshire Scotland.

December 7, 2023
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Reply from Gravells

Thank you so much for such a lovely review. We'll send it on to the team! We really appreciate your business and hope to help you again one day. Happy motoring!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Picked up our new Kia Niro 4 HEV this…

Picked up our new Kia Niro 4 HEV this morning.
Lovely car with plenty of tech to learn. Josh spent time to clearly explain the features of the car. Great service!

December 7, 2023
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Reply from Gravells

Thank you so much for your words about Josh, we really appreciate it. Thank you for coming to Gravells!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An overall lovely and enjoyable experience.

The overall friendliness of the staff here made the experience of collecting my new Sportage so enjoyable.
In particular Daniel who was amazing. He dealt with everything for me, all the details, so that it all went smoothly and efficiently.
He knows his subject well too and was able to answer all and any questions. All with a lovely manner, and it made the entire process very enjoyable - it was fun!

November 20, 2023
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Reply from Gravells

That is really such a wonderful review and we are very grateful for the time you took to do it. We really strive for excellent service and it sounds like Daniel did everything he could to help. Thank you for coming to Gravells. We appreciate your business.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New car pick up

Picked up Kia XCeed Motability car .
Paul was absolutely fantastic, it was such a pleasant and enjoyable experience.
Would definitely recommend Gravels Hereford to anyone.

November 14, 2023
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Reply from Gravells

That's excellent news! Thank you so much for taking the time to review us. Paul will be delighted in particular. Thank you for coming to Gravells! We hope you can help you with any aftersales needs.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New Niro 3

Picked up my new Niro 3 today, been a bit of a wait but well worth it, from start to finish it’s been so smooth.
Tom has been great from the star, arranging to have my dash cam fitted, boot liner and private plate,I work in the motor trade but Tom took the time to go though all the controls and explained each one, so glad I went to Kia Swansea.
Thank you Tom

November 13, 2023
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Reply from Gravells

Thank you for the great review. Tom will be especially delighted! Thank you for coming to Gravells!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Such friendly people!

The people here are so nice, I haven’t been a customer here for long but I already feel so looked after and can’t see me going anywhere else! Thank you!

November 6, 2023
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Reply from Gravells

Thank you very much for your lovely review. We really appreciate your business and are glad that you were looked after. Thank you for coming to Gravells.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I took mine and my sons car to the…

I took mine and my sons car to the gravells garage in abergavenny/Llanfoist for our mot.
They were very friendly and professional.
They contacted me as soon as they had been done to let me know they both passed.
Amazing service for £40 they even wash your car before you collect it, definitely recommend and will always go back there for our mot's.

October 25, 2023
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Reply from Gravells

That's great to hear! Thank you so much for your review and for coming to Gravells!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Well had my car serviced today waiting…

Well had my car serviced today waiting appointment took a hour 10 mins fantastic service from them the service team are very polite and good communication look forward to many more dealings in fact told all my taxi mates to have they service here

October 30, 2023
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Reply from Gravells

Thank you so much for your review and for coming to Gravells! We're delighted that you told your friends too! Thank you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ellie and the service department

Wonderful service from the service department, helpful, courteous with excellent pre and post service communication.

October 20, 2023
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Reply from Gravells

Thank you so much for your review and for coming to Gravells! The service team will be delighted!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5* :-)

This dealership provides the best customer service I have experienced. They have a fantastic choice of cars on display and their staff are not pushy or your typical sales people. They go above and beyond to make sure you are happy. Thank you Gravells Kia Bridgend!

September 30, 2023
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Reply from Gravells

Thank you very much for your review. We're delighted that you are happy with the service at Gravells Bridgend. Thank you for coming to our dealership! We hope to help you again!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Dan is the man

Picked my new car up this week from Grvells this week, the service from Dan was excellent, he explained everything I needed to know regarding the purchase options of the car. I would highly recommend to my friends and family to visit them when they are ready for a new car.
Thanks again Dan

September 21, 2023
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Reply from Gravells

Thank you very much for your review of 'Dan the man'! We're delighted that you are happy with the service at Gravells Hereford. Thank you for coming to our dealership! We hope to help you again!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brought a used car from Gravells…

Brought a used car from Gravells hereford Dan was great very helpful very pleased with my new purchase .

September 8, 2023
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Reply from Gravells

Thank you for your lovely review. We appreciate you taking the time to tell us about your experience with us. Happy motoring!

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