McCarthy Cars UK Ltd Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Considering 76 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently highlight the friendly, polite, and welcoming staff, noting that the entire sales process is smooth, exceptionally helpful, and completely free of any pressure. Consumers also deeply appreciate the detailed explanations provided during vehicle handovers, along with the fantastic selection of cars available on site. However, some reviewers were not happy with after-sales support, reporting persistent difficulties regarding communication and unresolved mechanical problems like faulty parts. A few other people also felt that certain vehicle issues were not fully repaired by the service centre, leading to ongoing frustration following their purchase.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely awesome company. Bought a car from Jonathan 13 years ago and was so impressed with my beautiful car that went back two weeks ago to replace it. What is so special about McCarthy Cars is the... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly, helpful, no pressure from start to finish during the sales process from Julian . He dealt with all the necessary paperwork with our part exchange and new car purchase. All our requests were... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sent a message via Autotrader and it was responded to promptly. Spoke with the salesman Steve & he was most helpful with no pressure. Brought & collected the car with a couple of days, car clean,... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mccarthy cars offer great service from a family business with a long history . It was great to be treated as a customer in this modern world where the idea of customer service has been lost

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Established over 45 years ago, McCarthy Cars is an award winning family-run business and one that prides itself on looking after its customers. We are also an RAC Approved Dealer and part of the RAC BuySure used car programme, which means that every car within our range of over 200 high-quality used cars has each had to pass an 80-point RAC Approved Preparation Standard. Moreover, all of our cars are backed up by a comprehensive after-sales service to give you additional peace of mind.


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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

On my arrival was greeted by Jonathan…

On my arrival was greeted by Jonathan who made me feel welcome,we had a little chat about how the company works which by the way was very impressive.I then was invited to test drive the car I was interested in was very impressed.
We had another chat where Jonathan talked me through all the option which were also very good,so needless to say I brought my Audi A3 S Line and have had no issues what so ever,would recommend Mccarthy Cars to anyone.

December 11, 2024
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Reply from McCarthy Cars UK Ltd

Hello Stuart. Thank you so much for your kind words! We really appreciate your positive review and it was great to have you as a customer.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I have been buying my cars and…

I have been buying my cars and introducing friends and family for a very long time
The service is amazing, they always take care of their customers

February 28, 2024
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Reply from McCarthy Cars UK Ltd

Hi Claudette, Thank you so much for the feedback! We appreciate you taking the time out of your day :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is 2nd car bought from McCarthy…

This is 2nd car bought from McCarthy Cars. Excellent service and customer service after purchase of car. I would not go anywhere else - i get piece of mind when purchasing from McCarthys. Steve was brilliant right to the end of the transaction.

January 7, 2025
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Reply from McCarthy Cars UK Ltd

Thank you so much for your positive feedback! We appreciate your kind words and are so glad that you had a great experience with us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good range of used cars

I was shown a number of cars in my price range and found a suitable one. Maria was very helpful and attentive, but not too pushy.

January 14, 2025
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Reply from McCarthy Cars UK Ltd

Hi Delia, thank you for your feedback :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This was the second purchase I've made…

This was the second purchase I've made from McCarthy Cars Croydon on both occasions they've ticked all the boxes. I would not hesitate to recommend

December 21, 2024
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Reply from McCarthy Cars UK Ltd

Thank you for the positive review! We are delighted to hear that you had such a great experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing customer service

Amazing customer service, treated well and went with them for finance instead of with a online company, much better deal also

January 4, 2025
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Reply from McCarthy Cars UK Ltd

Hi Lou, thank you for taking the time out of your day to leave us such a great review.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Have had nothing but problems with the…

Have had nothing but problems with the car I bought for Mccarthys first coolant leaking ,they so called repaird thermostat and water pump knowing it was the head gasket,had in another garage and found out the cylinder head was cracked all repaird, now had the RAC repair van out because it won't start have been told it is the fuel pump not working, this car has and is costing me a small fortune and not a word from macathys,really feel ripped off.

December 5, 2024
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Reply from McCarthy Cars UK Ltd

Hi Keith, its James McCarthy here. Just seen your review, apologies for the delay in replying. I looked up your car record, you purchased it in September 2022, we replaced the timing belt and water pump as part of the deal. I will call you in the morning and bring you a loan car and arrange getting your focus into our workshop to resolve your issues. Or you can always call me on 07966248547, that's my personal mobile, so it is always with me.

Really sorry that you have had these issues, but you put your confidence in us when buying your Focus, you dealt with my brother John. Now please allow us to show you why we have been here for over 50 years. Because we believe in giving great customer service.

Regards

James McCarthy

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Found a fab SUV which I'm really…

Found a fab SUV which I'm really pleased with. Dealt with John who made the process very straightforward and was very helpful. Would definitely recommend, thank you John.

November 21, 2024
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Reply from McCarthy Cars UK Ltd

Hi Kim, thank you for your feedback it is great to hear you had a good experience and hope you love your new vehicle.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic customer service

Fantastic customer service and selection of vehicles. There was no hard sell.

I've never known a garage to prepare their vehicles so throughly, any alloy wheel damage is repaired as standard and they give you 100 miles north of fuel as standard.

Would highly recommend this garage

October 12, 2024
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Reply from McCarthy Cars UK Ltd

Thank you so much for your kind words, Mrs Penfold. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I visited McCarthy Cars in Mitcham on…

I visited McCarthy Cars in Mitcham on 15 October to look at a Ford Focus. It was late afternoon and I and a friend were seen by Sales Executive Steve Paice. We noted the parcel shelf was missing and Steve said he would order one for us within the deal if I went ahead. He also undertook to ask the valeting to do some hard work to take out some scratches. We looked over the car together and then went on a test drive alone. We then sat down and went through the details, covering, among other things, the RAC check, history of ownership, servicing and MOT, and options re a second key, three year warranty and RAC cover, various bespoke insurance extensions, payment options etc.

Throughout the conversation Steve was unhurried, professional, knowledgeable, informative, friendly without being overfamiliar and there was no hard sell or pressure of any kind. I decided to go ahead and which options to add and paid a deposit. He recommended a salvage company to collect my previous car (engine had imploded).
I returned as agreed on 18th October to collect the car and pay the balance. Steve took me through the document folder and did the car tax application online for me. He covered a few other points and answered a few queries I had and I drove off.

The arrangements with the salvage company went very smoothly. I didn't ask about the parcel shelf on 18th but Steve must have already ordered it and he texted me that it had arrived on Monday 21st and I collected it the same day. That is the kind of thing that might
just slide but not on this occasion. Of such points the fifth star is made!

The process as a whole was a very pleasing and comfortable way of making a major purchase where I don't have significant knowledge of the product area. In a few years' time should I need to buy another car I will certainly look out Mccarthy cars to see what is available.

October 15, 2024
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Reply from McCarthy Cars UK Ltd

Hi David, thank you for taking the time out of your day to leave us such a excellence review! If you need any assistance in the further please just reach out to me on joe.thorne@mccarthycars.co.uk

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very profesional service

Very profesional service, bought second car and we are happy with that.

October 19, 2024
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Reply from McCarthy Cars UK Ltd

Hi Dana, thank you for your feedback it is great to hear you had a good experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was a pleasure to go and visit…

It was a pleasure to go and visit Mccarthy cars...people were very helpful and nice.. At no point did I feel under pressure to buy...

November 17, 2024
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Reply from McCarthy Cars UK Ltd

Hi Daniela, thank you for the 5 star review and we are so glad you enjoyed your experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Returning customer

Returning customer, excellent service, John was able to present a range of options that allowed me to not only upgrade my vehicle but also realise a saving on my monrhly payments. Very satisfied.

October 17, 2024
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Reply from McCarthy Cars UK Ltd

Hi Joel, thank you for your great feedback! I'm glad you are very satisfied with our service.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

WORST DEALERSHIP IN THE WHOLE OF CROYDON …

See my complaint to mccarthys which will tell you how bad my experience was james is impolite and arrogant and passive aggressive REMEMBER your business is nothing WITH OUT CUSTOMERS

My number was shared ( I assume) with another sales person without my permission they called from the following number 07967473616. Unsure of their name I asked Maria to speak to a branch manager she stated I should receive a call back 15/11.

Therefore, I was not expecting another call from a salesperson who was querying my visits to your site which are years apart complaining I never ended up(in rude and aggressive tone and intimidating for man to be talking to woman like this)buying a car I was not under the impression I had buy a car from your dealership every time I visit to make enquiries. Also, the points he was making are irrelevant and it was nothing to do with him I would like to know why and how he's accessed my personal information? He had told me he had finished work and was at home ,this is ridiculous and he was just going off on a tangent.
I have my own financing which has been fully approved I was told conflicting information by Maria about getting financing directly from Mc Carthys I had explained I do not want to do too many credit searches and that I was happy with my lender(she stated if you cannot get finance from us you be won't be approved anywhere). I had seen the car advertised on Maria's desktop for 10995 which she confirmed verbally I emailed later that day confirming never got a response( I have a paper trail )several hours later I see advertised for 11795 . Extremely confusing and not good practice. Prior to all the above taking place I had asked a local mechanic to come to view the car with me. For peace of mind I have a healthy deposit. I would like a copy of your complaint's procedure. DONT BUY WARRANTY if you pay part on a credit card or straight financing/you are covered under CONSUMER CREDIT ACT 2015 for the whole amount this is better THAN ANY WARRANTY.

November 14, 2024
Unprompted review
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Reply from McCarthy Cars UK Ltd

Hi , thank you for your feedback. I am sorry to hear you had a bad experience if you would like to contact us on joe.thorne@mccarthycars.co.uk I am happy to discuss the matter with you in more depth.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience from start to finiih

Vauxhall grandland X
Great experience from start to finish
Five stars would recommend anybody to buy a car from them from the first phone call to viewing the car to collecting the same day effortless no hard sell let me look at the car on my own I will be back

October 9, 2024
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Reply from McCarthy Cars UK Ltd

Thank you so much for your kind words, Paul. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

EXCELLENT experience with McCarthy…

EXCELLENT experience with McCarthy Cars, we found them very helpful, professional and clearly understood what they were talking about in regards to cars.

October 7, 2024
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Reply from McCarthy Cars UK Ltd

Hi Vernon, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience.

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