RDM Direct Limited Reviews 132

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Looking at 48 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the excellent service and the helpful, professional staff who go above and beyond to ensure a smooth and stress-free purchasing process. Many appreciate the non-pushy sales approach and the thoroughness in preparing vehicles, including servicing, MOTs, and addressing any issues. However, some people were dissatisfied with significant issues with their purchased vehicles, including serious mechanical faults that appeared shortly after buying. There were also complaints about poor communication, unfulfilled promises regarding collection or repairs, and a lack of responsiveness from the company after the sale.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service at RDM Direct! Scott was an amazing salesperson, so fair and couldn't do enough for us. Highly recommended, will definitely use again. Fair prices, high quality pre delivery checks a... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just picked up my second car from RDM and honestly couldn’t be happier. I had a pretty bad experience with another dealership before coming here (which I now regret), but RDM completely turned thi... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Possibly the best customer service I’ve had. Nick went over and above to make sure your expectations are met and more. Absolutely delighted with the car and I would have no hesitation in rec... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am not a fan of being asked to do a review but this one is easy! What a delight to deal with the team at RDM Direct, especially Lucy and Nick. I was in a bind and needed to change my car sooner rat... See more

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  1. Used Car Dealer

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Welcome to RDM Direct Ltd, offering huge savings on used cars in Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire Used car sales of Burton-on-Trent Here at RDM Direct we have over 30 years experience in the motor industry and are confident you will not be disappointed with our extensive range of quality used cars with prices to suit all budgets We regularly price check all of our vehicles to ensure you’re getting the best value for money and ensure we pass any savings directly on to you We can also offer you an extensive range of services and extras meaning that you can buy your used car with confidence and peace of mind, including: Full finance packages to suit all budgets HPI checked vehicles 12 months AA Breakdown cover (or upgrade for existing AA members) RAC Warranty 12.9% APR representative With excellent road links from the M1, M42, A38 and the A50 we’re easy to find here in the heart of the Midlands – we look forward to meeting you soon!


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

RDM had exactly the car I was looking for ! …

RDM had exactly the car I was looking for, a black SLK250 AMG a 2014 model and well priced and lovely condition. They made the purchase very simple and stress free and sorted out all the advisories on the MOT at their cost, serviced the car, fityed decent new tyres and even sorted a last minute mechanical hitch which was dealt with properly and thoroughly. I am really impressed with this little used car dealership and their service has gone a long way to remove a lot of long held misconceptions I have harboured about used car dealers - these are definately not in that class.
I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to buy a good used car

May 31, 2025
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Reply from RDM Direct Limited

Hi there,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a detailed and thoughtful review. We're really pleased to hear that you found the exact car you were after — the SLK250 AMG is a stunning choice! It's great to know the buying process was smooth and that our team was able to take care of everything for you, including the MOT advisories and last-minute issues.

Your kind words mean a lot to us, especially knowing we’ve helped change your perception of used car dealerships. We take pride in doing things the right way and really appreciate your recommendation. Enjoy every drive in your new car!

All the best,
The RDM Direct Team 🚗🔧

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Sold my car via Motorway last Sunday to…

Sold my car via Motorway last Sunday to RDM told I would hear from buyer within 48 hours being a Sunday emailed RDM with a read receipt had no response. I then left it to Wednesday. No contact so contacted Motorway they said they would try to contact them, my question to Motorway was "what happens if the buyer defaults on the deal" "We blacklist them was the reply". Apologies we're made by Motorway and put car back on sale for Thursday. I'll add here that RDM's bid was £5444. On Friday I get great news that my car had been sold for £5222 (£222) less than the previous buyer but accepted offer, only to find, it's RDM again!!!! How if they were black listed could they be able to bid again. Is this their way of doing business and are they in collusion with Motorway. Star clear of both companies.

May 23, 2025
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Reply from RDM Direct Limited

Hi Den,
Thank you for sharing your experience — we’re sorry to hear it didn’t meet your expectations. We understand how frustrating a lack of communication can be, especially when you're trying to complete a sale smoothly.

We’d like to clarify that delays in contact can occasionally happen due to weekend timings or admin issues, but this is not how we aim to operate, and we apologise if you felt ignored or left in the dark.

Regarding your comments on Motorway and the re-bidding process — we don’t have any control over how Motorway manages listings, bidding, or blacklist decisions, but we certainly understand how this situation might seem confusing or even suspicious. We assure you there is no intention to mislead, and we’re more than happy to speak with you directly to clear up any misunderstandings.

Your feedback has been noted, and we’ll be reviewing our internal process to ensure better communication in future. If you'd like to speak with a member of our team to resolve anything further, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Kind regards,
The RDM Direct Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service from start to finish

Excellent service from start to finish. We dealt with Adam who was very knowledgeable and professional helping us along the journey of purchasing a used car. All questions answered and advice given and made us aware that their door is always open. Would definitely use them again and would recommend to everyone. Five star service ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

May 18, 2025
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Reply from RDM Direct Limited

Thank you so much for your kind words and fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear you had such a positive experience with us, and that Adam was able to support you throughout your car-buying journey. We’re proud to offer knowledgeable, professional service, and it’s great to know you felt well looked after every step of the way. Your recommendation means a lot, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Reliable, knowledgable and trustworthy garage!

Got off to a bit of a shaky start after turning up to test drive a car twice and the garage not seeming to know about it but….. I think this was just due to a communication error between the finance company and them. Friendly and knowledgable and my car was a little later than planned to be ready but only because they spotted a fault that they put right for me and kept me informed. I asked for a couple of bits of bodywork to be touched up and they never even hesitated.
2 months after having the car the alternator went but again I cannot fault the service at RDM - I called them and straight away was told to take it to a local garage of my choice, get a quote and they would sort and it was all sorted and back on the road within 3 days. Would definitely use RDM again

February 14, 2025
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Reply from RDM Direct Limited

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a balanced and thoughtful review. We're sorry for the initial hiccup with your test drives — you're absolutely right, it sounds like a communication issue, and we appreciate your understanding. We're glad to hear that despite the delays, you felt well-informed and supported throughout the process. It's great to know our team could get the bodywork sorted without hesitation and that we were able to resolve the alternator issue quickly and efficiently. Your kind words mean a lot, and we’d be more than happy to welcome you back to RDM in the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you for being amazing

After a hard thought of travelling nearly two hours just for a vehicle I might not like! Once I turned up at site I met the sales person Marvin and he was great help. They was so many car on the forecourt I couldn’t take my eyes off and I’m very happy with my purchase. Highly recommend and they will see me again in the future.

May 3, 2025
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Reply from RDM Direct Limited

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We completely understand how a long drive can make car shopping feel like a big decision, and we're thrilled to hear that Marvin was able to make your experience a positive one. It's great to know that you found a car you love among so many options on the forecourt! We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Enjoy your new car!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Disappointing experience

I’ve brought my first car from rdm direct and the whole experience has been stressful. I asked for this to be delivered due to not having a car, they delivered the wrong one. This took a week to resolve and get the correct car with me constantly chasing for an update. Finally got the correct one and it took them months to send the log book because they hadn’t updated their system. Multiple calls on this also. Finally spoke to the manager (I think) who said they can do it in two seconds and doesn’t understand why his staff hasn’t done it while I’ve been on the phone. I had also paid for the extended warranty and when I’ve come to use it they’ve set it up for the incorrect car. Multiple chases on this to try and get my warranty changed over to the correct car as this was their error with promises to be kept updated and have these emailed over. No emails have been received and no contact from them unless I have called them. Warranty issue still not resolved.

July 24, 2024
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Reply from RDM Direct Limited

Hi Holly,
We're really sorry to hear about your experience and truly regret the inconvenience and frustration this has caused you. This is far from the level of service we aim to provide, and we completely understand how stressful this must have been — especially when buying your first car should be an exciting moment.

We take your feedback very seriously and are currently looking into what went wrong at each stage of the process. It's clear that there were multiple breakdowns in communication and follow-through, which are unacceptable and do not reflect our usual standards.

A member of our management team will be reaching out to you directly to resolve the outstanding warranty issue and ensure that everything is corrected promptly.

Thank you for bringing this to our attention — your experience will help us make improvements to ensure it doesn’t happen again.

Kind regards,
The RDM Direct Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service…

Had a exhaust sensor issue not long after we bought the car and they picked it up and dropped it off for us valletted and re-fuelled. They have been professional and friendy. Good bunch of lads. Would buy again from there.

April 17, 2025
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Reply from RDM Direct Limited

Hi Lesley,

Thanks so much for your kind words! We're really glad we could help sort the exhaust sensor issue quickly and make the experience as smooth as possible for you. It means a lot to hear you found the team professional and friendly — we’ll be sure to pass on your comments to the lads!

We’d be more than happy to welcome you back anytime. Enjoy the car and drive safe!

All the best,
RDM DIRECT LTD

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just purchased a vehicle from rdm and I…

Just purchased a vehicle from rdm and I cannot fault the service I received. I had issues with my V5c. Adam helped me with this and I managed to get it sorted. They were patient and didn't keep ringing me while I got a new one sorted. Even repainted the boot when he spotted a bit of bubbling I hadn't noticed. Thanks Adam & rdm direct.

March 19, 2025
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Reply from RDM Direct Limited

Hi Neil,

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this great review! We're really pleased to hear that you had a positive experience with us. Adam will be especially chuffed to know his help made things a bit easier with your V5C.

We always aim to go the extra mile, so we're glad you appreciated the boot respray too — it’s the little things that count!

Wishing you all the best with your new car, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything down the road.

All the best,
The RDM Direct Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nick and Lucy were incredibly helpful

Nick and Lucy were incredibly helpful, speedy service from speaking with Lucy on the phone, to Nick completing the process with us. Would now never get our cars from anywhere else and will use them for servicing etc. The best experience we have ever had!

March 31, 2025
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Reply from RDM Direct Limited

Hi Charlotte,

Wow – what a fantastic review! Thank you so much for your kind words. Nick and Lucy will be over the moon to hear they made such a great impression. We're absolutely thrilled to know this was the best experience you've had – that means the world to us!

We really appreciate your loyalty and look forward to looking after you (and your cars!) for many years to come.

All the best,
The RDM Direct Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

If I would be able to give 0 starts I…

If I would be able to give 0 starts I would. Horrible dealership I won’t recommend buying or finance cars from here I had a horrible experience with them as I purchase a car they told me was in good condition and after three months I found out the car had big issues and the cost of repairs will be the same amount as the value of the car. The issue of the car was not disclosed to me at the point of sale. Not only they will hide information from you but they also they will stop replying to your emails not getting your phone calls and they will never accept the mistake that they made. As soon you give the car back, they will tell you that is nothing to do about it and will be no compensation towards you that spend money on the diagnostics and repairs on the car. They are scammers and liars. DON’T BUY FROM HERE

February 18, 2025
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Reply from RDM Direct Limited

Hi Petru, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Just to clarify it was the finance company that made the decision to return the vehicle to us due to the cost of repair quoted by Mercedes. It was simply uneconomical to do so. All the finance company did was remove you out of the agreement and situation. We were unaware of the issue when sold and simply if it was know would not have sold it knowing the issue. The request for compensation is something we can not do. You had use of the vehicle for months carrying out over 10,000 miles.

Regards
RDM DIRECT LTD

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing dealership 100% recommend

Please read all so you get a full picture So where do I start. Last week traveled 150 miles to London to view a car that ended up being a disaster. The dealership was a joke I was totally let down and had no trust in used car dealers then I found this dealership. I contacted them about a car I liked and said on Monday at 12 I need to come tomorrow I received a call from them saying we will do our best. Well their best is absolutely fantastic. They bent over backwards to help me. And today Tuesday I drove away in an absolutely fantastic car. This dealership not only prepared the car but completed the advisory’s from the MOT. not failures but advisory’s. I have never known a dealership do the advisory’s. All I can say is outstanding 5 stars isn’t enough. The guys there are helpful courteous and professional. 100 out of 10. This is a dealership I hole heartedly recommend. Thank you guys for all your effort and dedication. Only wish other used car dealers were this good. Take note dealers of the uk you could learn so much from these guys. So again 100% recommendation and thank you again.
Rob from Worcestershire

March 18, 2025
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Reply from RDM Direct Limited

Hi Rob,

Wow – what an incredible review! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your full experience. We’re genuinely blown away by your kind words and thrilled that we could help restore your faith in used car dealerships. It’s what we aim for with every customer, and knowing you felt that difference makes all the hard work worth it.

The whole team really pulled together to make sure everything was spot on for your visit, and we're so glad to hear you’re loving your new car. We believe in going the extra mile — even with MOT advisories — because you deserve nothing less than a car that’s ready to go and a service you can trust.

Thank you again for your recommendation and for making the journey to us. Wishing you all the best and happy motoring!

Warm regards,
The RDM Direct Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Got a BMW 1 series from RDM and I’m…

Got a BMW 1 series from RDM and I’m very happy with my experience, when car shown mechanical problems with engine they fixed it no problems and no cost to me. Would recommend buying a car from here

November 5, 2024
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Reply from RDM Direct Limited

Hi Harry,

Thanks so much for your review! We're really glad to hear you're enjoying your BMW 1 Series and that we could quickly sort out the engine issue for you. We always aim to make sure our customers drive away happy and with peace of mind, so it’s great to know you felt looked after.

Appreciate the recommendation — it means a lot! If you ever need anything in the future, don’t hesitate to get in touch.

All the best,
The RDM Direct Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super company with a great customer service...

RDM Direct Limited have been fantastic, I bought a vehicle from them at the end December last year, there were a few issues with the paintwork, which they were more than happy to sort for me, I had a slight problem after the 30 day purchase guarantee (Feb 2025) which was to do with the thermostat that needed replacing, my garage sorted it and RDM Direct Limited paid the bill within the hour - what more could you ask for!

I would certainly recommend RDM Direct Limited to anyone wishing to purchase a top quality vehicle at very reasonable prices, they’ve been superb and I can not fault them, thank you so much to Adam for all your help, many thanks

February 15, 2025
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Reply from RDM Direct Limited

Hi,

Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re really pleased to hear you had such a positive experience with us, and it’s great to know everything was sorted quickly and to your satisfaction — even after the 30-day guarantee. We believe great service should go beyond the sale, so it’s brilliant to hear that came across.

Adam will be especially happy to know his support made a difference. We truly appreciate your recommendation and kind words — it means the world to the whole team!

Wishing you many happy miles in your new vehicle, and we’re always here if you need anything.

All the best,
The RDM Direct Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

SOLD FAULTY CAR - NON RESPOSNSIVE

purchased a car jan 2024 with never ending repeating battery drain complaint , multiple attempts made to fix the car and still the REMAINS THE SAME ,,now the car is in the car manufacturer's service center and even them cannot find the fault and I have been forced to replace three parts initially including a car battery replaced within one month of car purchase( which RDM have refunded me money after three months of follow up with them during which I was without a car) , even after that the car was failing multiple times and even after multiple car spare parts being replaced on the car and newly spending 1500 pounds on the car , its still in garage in failed condition until this day and iam losing money to rent a car each time I had to leave car at repair garage.
In short I was sold a seriously faulty car and I have been scammed and no one is helping me get this car fixed until now , RDM is not even responding to this situation, me and my family have been under tremendous stress due to these appalling situations , the car started to cause electrical malfunctions even while driving which is really scary and life threatening and I would say RDM would be the direct reason for this trauma and financial losses.. iam SUFFERING WITH LOSES DUE TO FAULTY CAR SINCE JAN 2024 UNTIL NOW..

February 7, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A big thank you to Scott and Harry

A big thank you to Scott and Harry, excellent customer service and product knowledge

January 26, 2025
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Reply from RDM Direct Limited

Hi,

Thank you for the kind words! Scott and Harry will be thrilled to hear you appreciated their service and knowledge. We’re glad we could help, and we’re always here if you need anything in the future.

All the best,
The RDM Direct Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great dealership with outstanding customer service.

It’s a pleasure to deal with RDM they truly are there for you when it comes to after sales care. Not only do they guide you on how to go about making the correct decisions they make sure to give you all the facts you need when dealing with car repairs. Big thanks to Nick who is very knowledgeable and professional. He helped me with everything I needed in terms of after sales care. For being an independent business RDM is on the same level as main car dealerships. 10/10

January 27, 2025
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Reply from RDM Direct Limited

Hi,

Thank you so much for the amazing review! We're absolutely delighted to hear that you've had such a positive experience with us, especially when it comes to after-sales care. It’s something we take great pride in, and Nick will be really pleased to know his support and knowledge made a difference.

Your comparison to main dealerships means a lot to us as an independent business — that’s exactly the level we strive to deliver every day.

Thanks again for your trust and kind words. We’re always here if you need anything down the road!

Best regards,
The RDM Direct Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service and very happy…

Great customer service and very happy with everything. Adam made sure he explained everything in detail and that we understood everything. Couldn’t be happier thank you

January 26, 2025
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Reply from RDM Direct Limited

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience. Adam will be happy to know that his efforts made a difference. We truly appreciate your feedback and are so glad you're satisfied with everything. If you ever need anything else, don't hesitate to reach out!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great Costomer service

Great Costomer service, to the point where I had sold my cars and they lent me a car while my new car was being sorted. Had a couple of issues with my car but they sorted it all out and would recommend to me friends. Thanks
Ade l

January 26, 2025
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Reply from RDM Direct Limited

Hi Ade,

Thanks so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that our customer service made a difference for you, and it’s great to know that we could help with your car situation. We really appreciate your recommendation and look forward to serving you and your friends in the future. If you need anything else, don't hesitate to reach out!

Thanks again,
RDM Direct

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have had a great experience start to…

We have had a great experience start to finish, very friendly and not pushy into sales. Made us a very happy customer and recommend them highly and will look to them in any future car purchases

January 22, 2025
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Reply from RDM Direct Limited

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience with us and that our approach made you feel comfortable and valued. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to helping you with any future car purchases. Don't hesitate to reach out if you need anything else – we're here to help!

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