FOW Winsford Reviews 

12,391
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.3

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Reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for being helpful, friendly, knowledgeable, and professional, making the buying process pleasant and pressure-free. The overall service and user experience are frequently described as easy, straightforward, and efficient, with many appreciating the fast turnaround times and well-organized approach. However, some customers also noted issues with vehicle preparation, including poor interior valeting and unexpected mechanical problems or incomplete checks shortly after purchase. Additionally, a few people experienced delays and disorganization during vehicle collection, or faced challenges with communication and responsiveness from after-sales support regarding reported issues.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Wide range of cars to choose from, no aggressive sales or hassle when looking around. Fair pricing for part exchange of my old car, even increasing the value after inspecting its condition. Fast and e... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We found just the car we wanted a red Citroen Picasso, and, even though FOW Winsford in fifty miniutes from home, it worked out perfectly. The price was good, the mileage was low, it had a good servic... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

FOW Winsford have been excellent, I dealt with Justin James who was brilliant to work with. We didn't physically view the car as we are over 150 miles away, so had to rely on Justin's trust alongside... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Salesman Harry was excellent but let down by other departments. Petrol flap fell off a mile from FOW. Low pressure tyre warning displayed on collection. Remote tailgate opening not working althoug... See more


Company details

  1. Used Car Dealer
  2. Car Dealer
  3. Motor Vehicle Dealer

Written by the company

FOW is the original, multi-award winning Car Supermarket with two fantastic locations in Winsford, Cheshire and Trafford, Manchester. We were born in 1959 and have perfected the UK's easiest and most enjoyable car shopping experience with a focus on fantastic customer care and great prices - values that stay true to this day. To keep things nice and easy we launched FOW Perks to help make your car buying experience a great one! What does this mean? You can reserve any vehicle FREE for up to 48 hours (you won't find this elsewhere), buy online or instore with an expert handover and home delivery available, request a personalised video from home, arrange a test and even part exchange or sell your old car to us. To support this further, our technicians will prepare your new car to the highest standard using industry leading technology and processes. Every vehicle receives a PDI (Pre Delivery Inspection), PSI (Pre Sales Inspection) alongside quality control, multipoint photography process and final sold checks to ensure all aspects of your vehicle match the FOW quality standard. Chat to our team today, we'll help answer those all important questions and help you drive away in the car of your dreams - this is FOW.

FOW - Fords of Winsford

Written by the company

Reserve any car for FREE up to 24 hours
Peace of mind car shopping - reserve any car for FREE for up to 24 hours.
Enjoy an Award Winning Online Experience
Proud winners of the 2022 AM Awards - Online Consumer Experience of the Year.
FREE Transfers Between our 2 Locations
Enjoy the flexibility and freedom to view any vehicle at your leisure at the location nearest to you.
No Hidden Costs or Admin Fees
Simply the price you see is the price you pay.
Enjoy a Personalised Video of Your New Car
Our Product Specialists will showcase your new car in detail for you to enjoy from the comfort of your own home.
Buy Online - Click & Collect - Home Delivery
At FOW, you're in control. Enjoy the UK's most enjoyable car shopping experience, online or in-store with home delivery or click & collect available.
Multipoint Inspection
Every vehicle is prepared to the highest standard with a multipoint inspection completed by our technicians before you drive away.
HPI Check
Our complimentary HPI check is performed on every vehicle for your peace of mind - included at no extra cost.
Finance to Match all Budgets
PCP or HP? Our product specialists will discuss your options and help secure your dream car at a budget to suit.
Over 60 Years of Trust
Enjoy a completely hassle free and enjoyable car shopping experience built on solid foundations over 60 years ago.
Part Exchange or Sell Your Old Car
Quickly and easily part exchange or sell your old car with FOW today.

Great Service Time and Time Again

Why promise when we simply deliver

Why promise when we simply deliver
At FOW you'll enjoy award winning service alongside our commitment to: HPI check every vehicle, perform a multipoint inspection before you take delivery, price check all our vehicles daily - no nonsense, just great prices, quality control and re-clean every vehicle, photograph and video every vehicle so you can enjoy peace of mind car shopping and the option to part exchange or sell your old car. Car shopping made easy at FOW.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic

Fantastic, really great to deal with, especially Sienna who made the process straight forward.

July 13, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My first experience of buying with FOW…

My first experience of buying with FOW was excellent. This is the biggest car supermarket I’ve seen and the cars were amazing. Loved the retro cars inside too! My sales advisor Ruby was fantastic- very efficient and friendly, sorted all the paperwork out for me there and then and was extremely accomodating given I was an hour late for vehicle pickup. All together, 10/10 from me!

July 12, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Recent car purchase.... problem quickly sorted by FOW

Recent car purchase.. Jobs completed and car prepared excellently new Brake discs pads and Engine turbo unit .. delivered on time sold and helped throughout .. best of all .. only had this vehicle less than a week and had the front drivers side suspension break and snap whilst parking .. unbelievable .. contact immediate .. own repair at local garage MOT centre .. done .. later £ reimbursed in full by FOW without question .. fantastic

June 10, 2026
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Ok, a couple of minor issues

Process was quick and easy. The sales person was great, friendly and helpful. However, the valeting of the car wasn’t as expected, it was clean but inside windows were dirty and it just wasn’t the best valet in terms of the hard surfaces and exterior. I was given a key and a spare, the spare battery was completely dead and the main key came up within hours as needing a new battery. The service book wasn’t stamped. Overall I am happy with the car so far! However I do think that the minor details need to be assessed and given more detail before releasing the cars.

July 10, 2026
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Good car very bad customer experience

I pre booked a part exchange evaluation followed by a test drive. On arrival I introduced myself and was given the keys to view the car I was interested in and handed over my keys for the value to be assessed. On returning to the desk my keys were returned without the assessment taking place. I then had to wait nearly 45 minutes before seeing a salesperson. Who then arranged the valuation a futher wait. No test drive was offered , however, I agreed with the sale and arranged to come back a week later to pick my new car up at 9.30 9/07/26. However, despite arriving on time I had to wait 45 minutes again to complete the sale. The sale felt rushed and after was told I would have to wait in the cafe until the valet was completed. The valet was not completed to a very high standard, rubbish in the passenger door pocket and smeary wing mirrors. I am happy with the car but your customer service needs a serious looking at and would suggest this is carried out by an external body.

July 9, 2026
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

No, just no. Don't buy a car from these

Never again...bought a car that had some noise issues with it, mentioned it to the after sales team, advised to find a garage to look at it and they will pay the bill...why should I do the leg work??? Noise couldn't be sorted, had to swap the car. When I mentioned about any little mark I was just instantly shut down as 'wear and tear' nothing they can or will do about it. Then that car took over a week due to some other issues...on the day of purchase I had to sit and wait for over an hr to be seen by someone and then, no apologises for the mess around or anything, just left...so never again will I use FOW and I advise ANYONE reading this DO NOT use them...they don't care

July 10, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolutely awful

Absolutely awful, I picked my new car up on the 7/7/26 & on the way home the steering wheel started to shake, but it was getting to 7pm & I knew they would be closing, so spoke to someone on 8/7 she said to take it to my nearest kwikfit which I did, basically to be told that one tyre was buckled, another tyre was just about legal but had a puncture, the last tyre was completely perished & hadn't been changed since 2018....... Kwikfit wouldn't let me drive it home & I leave about 2 miles away. I asked for a refund or exchange to which I was told NO I asked for 12 months warranty as compensation they said NO. So fow let that car out with illegal tyres, I was on my own & petrified, fow paid kwikfit on MY behalf...... I now have to drive a car I don't trust because fow won't help me. I've had it all of 4 days. I am thinking about trading standards but would it get me anywhere??? I'm not sure.
I'm absolutely gutted, I thought at least they would offer an exchange. Had to add a star to post, I'm now thinking about selling the car after only 4 days of owning it.

July 7, 2026
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Collection arrangements disappointing

Initially our experience was great, we had a flawless sale and purchase process. However when we returned to collect the car it wasn’t ready. Despite having had an early call to confirm our collection time and having had at least 3 working days between purchase and collection. We had to wait for 2 hours on site before the car was ready for collection, which was especially frustrating having travelled some distance to collect the car and being with my 81 year old father who now owns the car. The car itself is exactly what we were looking for, however the excitement of owning a new car was tainted by what can only be described as poor service and communication between departments within FOW.

July 7, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience

Great experience. Not hassled while looking around, then dealt with by a member of staff fairly quickly when we had selected a car. Everything was sorted smoothly and left feeling very happy

July 8, 2026
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Reply from FOW Winsford

Thanks for the awesome review! So glad you had a great experience and felt well taken care of. Enjoy your new car!

Many Thanks,
FOW Customer Service Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The FOW experience. Great customer service

Great customer service. Salesman was very knowledgeable, helpful and polite. Very happy customer. Thanks again.

July 7, 2026
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Reply from FOW Winsford

Thanks so much for your awesome review! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with our team. Come back anytime!

Many Thanks,
FOW Customer Service Team

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

There was 2 large dents on the roof

There was 2 large dents on the roof, that took over 2 weeks to repair. The valet was awful. Then when I got the car home only 1 of the key cards works and there is some trim damaged on the car. I have contacted FOW, but as yet I have had no response

July 8, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very easy and no hassle to buy a car

Very easy and no hassle to buy a car. Explains every detail and very polite

July 8, 2026
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Reply from FOW Winsford

Thanks for the awesome review! We're thrilled to hear you had a hassle-free experience and found our team helpful. Enjoy your new ride!

Many Thanks,
FOW Customer Service Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very impressed with FOW

Very impressed with FOW, so efficient and well organised.
Special thanks to Ashley for sorting everything out for me.

July 9, 2026
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Reply from FOW Winsford

Thanks for the awesome review! We're thrilled you had a great experience with us. Big shoutout to Ashley for helping you out! 😊

Many Thanks,
FOW Customer Service Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

FOW Winsford have been excellent

FOW Winsford have been excellent, I dealt with Justin James who was brilliant to work with. We didn't physically view the car as we are over 150 miles away, so had to rely on Justin's trust alongside the pics and video he took on the condition. Justin kept me informed of progress with delivery times etc. The portal for contract signature etc was really simple. We had the car delivered by transporter, the company FOW contract with to provide this service was also excellent. Based on my experience would highly recommend this company. Big thank you.

July 9, 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from FOW Winsford

Thanks for the awesome review! We're so glad to hear you had a great experience with Justin and found everything easy. Your recommendation means a lot to us! Enjoy your new car! 🚗✨

Many Thanks,
FOW Customer Service Team

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