Staff were polite and welcoming, which put me at ease. However, the courtesy car provided was not ideal for my needs, causing some discomfort.
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Welcome to Ancaster Your trusted car dealer for 75 years. Discover the best car buying experience in South London, West London, Surrey & Kent At Ancaster, we take pride in being one of the largest and most reputable car dealerships in the region. With 14 sales locations and a trade parts warehouse, we represent seven leading brands, including Nissan, Hyundai, MG, Renault, Dacia, Genesis & Škoda. A legacy of quality and value Since our establishment in 1949, we have been committed to delivering exceptional service and providing top-quality vehicles to our valued customers. With 75 years of experience serving the local community, you can trust us to meet your automotive needs with utmost professionalism.
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I was unsure about a few details, but they took the time to explain everything clearly. The staff were friendly and professional, which made the process straightforward.

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Know the company well, very helpful with our requests

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I was a bit unsure at first, but Salman was clear and professional throughout. He explained everything in a straightforward way, which made things easier to understand. I appreciated his polite and courteous manner during our conversations. He also took the time to offer some alternative solutions, which was really helpful. It felt like he genuinely wanted to make sure I was comfortable with my choices. This definitely left a good impression on me.

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The whole thing from start to finish was made so easy my salesperson MUSTAFA PURE LEGEND ended with the most amazing car ever your professionalism and understanding to my needs were the best
Thankyou mate
Kevin Crockford

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We had the pleasure of visiting Ancaster Bromley to check MG cars. Simon Morris was our sales person and we couldn't have found anyone better. He was very patient, knowledgeable and helpful. We had 2 young children and the appointment overran by miles but he stayed upbeat throughout the appointment answering all our questions with absolute professionalism. We even managed to Test Drive the car of our liking the same day. We would recommend Simon to anyone who is looking for the best customer service when searching for a new car.

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I’ve been coming to this branch for over 16 years and always feel reassured as a single woman shopping here. Luke was friendly, supportive, and kept me informed throughout the process. The handover was handled well, and I felt looked after at every stage. I’m really pleased with my new Juke.

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I had an absolutely fantastic experience at Nissan Eltham, thanks to Martin. We had our children with us, including our baby, and he made us feel completely comfortable and at ease throughout the visit. He was incredibly knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely helpful. Unlike other well-known dealerships I’ve visited, he never made us feel pressured or rushed. Martin took the time to answer all our questions and explain everything clearly, making the whole process easy and enjoyable. It was genuinely a pleasant experience from start to finish. Highly recommend him and the team at Nissan Eltham!

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The dealership was clean and professional, creating a good atmosphere. Andrew Clarke and Simon Bird kept me well informed during my service. I plan to return next year for another service.

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The handover process was smooth, with a clear explanation of the car's technical features. Simon was polite, professional, and created a relaxed environment. His friendly manner and approachable personality made the purchase decision feel easier. The experience felt well-managed and straightforward throughout. Thanks for a great service.

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I ended up with a car that suits my family perfectly. The test drive was useful, and all my questions were answered clearly. Martin was calm and professional throughout, making the process feel straightforward. He was easy to talk to and friendly, which made a big difference. Happy with how everything worked out in the end.

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Desmond was so helpful with the handling of my vehicle, from start to finish he looked after my needs. Great service.

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George was great, we had a positive customer experience overall. I would recommend them to others, five stars.

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Let me set the scene.
My mother’s 1.5 years old Hyundai Ioniq 5 goes in with two problems: a flickering infotainment screen and a persistent rattling from the rear. Six days later — six — the car comes back. The display? Fixed. The rattle? Still there, arguably louder, and now accompanied by the faint sound of my faith in this dealership disappearing entirely.
To be fair, the staff are pleasant. Unfortunately, pleasantness doesn’t diagnose a rattle.
The appointment itself took over six weeks to secure… Six Weeks!… You’d think that kind of wait would buy you a thorough job. A road test, perhaps. Maybe someone actually listening to the noise before declaring the car ready. Apparently not.
The courtesy car situation was a particular highlight. My mother uses a wheelchair. The vehicle provided was small and non-electric — unsuitable on both counts. To add to the fun, nobody mentioned the car would be kept for several days. I’d arranged insurance cover for a same-day repair thinking the car would be back. Had I known it was turning into a week-long stay, I’d have ensured my mother was also insured to drive the courtesy car. Instead, she was left dependent and without adequate transport, which caused genuine disruption to her daily life.
Communication during those six days? One technician video. That’s it. No updates, no confidence-building, no “here’s what we found and here’s what we’re doing about it.” Just silence, multiple telephone calls by my mother, only to be told on Friday afternoon “we’ll call back” - yeah, right…. Then, it was all followed by a car returned with the rattle intact and, as a charming bonus, bird droppings decorating the exterior. A car wash is not a luxury. It is the absolute floor of customer care.
Now — having returned the car in an unresolved state — the dealership wants my mother to come back in, for me to take more time off work, and demonstrate the fault to a technician in person. The fault that was clearly reported before the car went in. The fault the car had for six days while in their possession. The fault that a basic road test should have caught before it was handed back.
This is not the first time we’ve had issues. Previous lowlights include:
∙ Being told wireless Apple CarPlay would be enabled by a software update. It wasn’t. This was blatant mis-selling, but we chose to let it go.
∙ An incorrect service interval being set, resulting in an unnecessary trip to servicing only to be told it’s not due.
∙ Recall work being deferred due to “parts/capacity” issues with no follow-up whatsoever.
What I’d like, at this point, is fairly straightforward:
∙ The vehicle collected from my mother’s home — she has already been inconvenienced enough
∙ A SUITABLE, like for like, accessible courtesy car provided
∙ The rattle actually diagnosed and resolved this time
If that’s not possible, I’ll be escalating this to Hyundai UK and leaving a trail of reviews thorough enough that future customers can make an informed choice.
Polite staff are a start. But they are not a substitute for competence, communication, or basic follow-through.

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My car had a recall, and I was looked after by Ajay... He was very personable, reassuring and managed my visit in a professional manner. Top job Ajay

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Jurie from the Shepperton office has been really helpful in our difficult quest to find a car. Even during my husbands illness, he was very understanding and kept in touch. Excellent service and nothing was too much trouble. Thank you so much.

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Got a MG HS from MG bromley. The aftercare is shocking if you're a mobility customer I was stay away they don't like mobility customers

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I genuinely like Hyundai cars but the after-sales experience completely ruins it.
The sales team are great while you’re buying, attentive, helpful, everything you’d expect. But the moment the deal is done, that level of service disappears. It feels like two completely different companies.
In 6 years of dealing with Hyundai, the servicing side has been consistently poor: rude staff, lack of communication, and zero consideration for customers’ time.
My latest experience was the final straw. I dropped my car off on Friday morning and was not told the work wouldn’t be completed that day. I was left without my car for the entire weekend with no warning. By Monday, unless you chase them repeatedly, you get no updates at all.
You’re basically left in the dark unless you do their job for them.
It’s incredibly frustrating because the cars themselves are great, but the service makes owning one stressful rather than enjoyable.
My PCP is ending soon, and despite liking the cars, I won’t be returning. Good products can’t make up for consistently poor customer service.

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Tyrone at Ancaster Hyundai Chislehurst was friendly and professional. He took the time to explain things clearly and walked me through all the details. Everything was handled in a professional manner, and I felt well-informed during the process.

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I had some questions about financing, but they took the time to explain everything clearly and made it easy to understand. They also went through all the available options with me, which was very helpful. This is the second vehicle I’ve purchased here, and I’ve been really pleased with the experience both times.

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