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    They are awful. I paid for the vehicle, tax, title, registration and insurance. Somehow they repossessed it before they even gave my title/license plate from the DMV.

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    9 months ago

    Scam!!!! They take your info and don't call you. I think they are selling your info to others.

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    Don't Buy From Them Very Bad Service And They Be Chageing The miles On The Car Before You Buy It

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    This is a perfect real honest Buy Here Pay Here, I took my car to mechanic that said it was great, I have been with them for 7 months now.

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    Hillsborough Auto Sales - Amazing and mesmerizing aquarium

    Hillsborough Auto Sales

    (9 reviews)

    Tremendo dealer de autos. El staff te ayudara la milla extra para q puedas salir conduciendo. Hasta…read moreGarantia tienen!!!! 100% RECOMMENDED!!!!

    I strongly recommend staying away from Hillsborough Auto Sales. I bought a 2014 Chevrolet Cruze…read morefrom them for my younger sister after we specifically asked whether the vehicle had any issues and were told that it did not. Within only two days, the vehicle began idling roughly, the check engine light came on, and my sister noticed a strong oil smell and oil leaking around the engine. We gave the dealership an opportunity to fix the vehicle. They claimed the problem was the fuel injectors, said they repaired them, and returned the vehicle to my sister, telling her it was "good to go." That same day, smoke began coming from under the hood. The following day, heavy smoke entered the vehicle through the air-conditioning system while my sister and her newborn daughter were inside. This was dangerous and completely unacceptable. I had Midas perform a diagnostic inspection, and they found oil leaking from several locations, including the valve cover, timing cover, oil pan, rear main seal, and oil cooler housing. Their technician specifically documented that these were "not fresh oil leaks" and that the vehicle had been leaking for quite some time. Despite this, the dealership refused to take responsibility, provide a refund, or cover the necessary repairs. I am including photos of the oil leaks because people deserve to see the condition of the vehicle we were sold. Returning the vehicle after an unsuccessful repair and saying it was safe to drive put my sister and newborn niece in a dangerous situation. Based on our experience, I would never purchase another vehicle from Hillsborough Auto Sales, and I would not recommend them to anyone.

    Evo Motors

    Evo Motors

    (134 reviews)

    I went here planning to buy a BMW SUV, but the customer service was very disappointing. When I…read morearrived, there was no one outside to assist me. I walked around the lot for a while, and no one came out to help, so I drove to the front of the building, went inside, and asked if someone could assist me. The two women inside told me they don't go outside. At that point, I said, "Okay, well you just lost a sale." On top of that, the lot looked more like a junkyard than a dealership, which didn't give me much confidence. It made me feel like I might end up buying a lemon. In the end, I'm actually glad it happened because I went to BMW of Tampa instead and purchased a 2026 BMW X3. The experience there was amazing.

    I've been seeing this dealership pop up constantly online, so I decided to finally check them out…read morein person today. Based on reviews I read beforehand, my experience ended up being very similar. I did not purchase a vehicle, and here's why. First, it took about 10 to 15 minutes just to get assistance and have the car brought out. The staff didn't seem organized. The salesperson helping me appeared to be juggling multiple things at once and almost forgot about me and another couple waiting. Second, the condition of the vehicles was disappointing. The car I test drove was dirty, and it wasn't just that one. Most of the cars on the lot looked like they hadn't been properly cleaned or prepped. That already gave a bad first impression. Third, while sitting in the car before driving, I reviewed the Carfax. The vehicle had a reported accident on June 15, 2024 involving a sideswipe with damage to the right rear. It was listed as minor damage, but there was also a note about prior structural repair, specifically around the rear wheel housing. When I asked about this, I was told they don't really have to disclose damage like that. That response alone made me uncomfortable. Whether that's technically true or not, transparency matters when someone is making a purchase like this. Trying to downplay it and then saying other dealerships operate the same way didn't help. Fourth, during the test drive, the salesperson kept directing me to make right turns only. That stood out to me. I chose to make a left turn instead just to see how the car handled differently, and it seemed to catch him off guard. That raised concerns about whether they were trying to control the route to avoid certain driving conditions. Overall, between the lack of organization, the condition of the vehicles, and the way concerns were handled, I wouldn't recommend this dealership. The prices may look attractive, and they don't negotiate, but you get the sense that the target customer may be someone in a rush or not fully aware of what to look for. For context, I'm not someone who enjoys leaving negative reviews. I try to be fair and honest. But this experience was surprising enough that I felt it was worth sharing for others to be aware.

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    Hgreg

    (52 reviews)

    Absolute scam tactics, zero inspection standards, and non-existent customer service. First, they…read moregave me the run-around on my 500-mile inspection window and lied about calling me. I bought this car and within just a few months had to replace the entire brake system. They gave me a faulty key that won't remote start correctly unless it sits in the cup holder. They even sold the car with illegal window tint that was so dark a professional tint shop told me it was ridiculous they legally allowed it on the lot. My cousin bought a car here at the exact same time and had to immediately replace ALL of his tires. Now that I have refinanced, I am legally demanding a prorated refund for my HPP/EPP protection plans under Florida Statute § 634.121 (Deal #24460). Both the finance office and General Manager Tommy Hung are completely ignoring my written demands to avoid cutting the check that belongs to me. They take your money, sell you garbage, and run. Do not buy from here. A formal complaint with the Florida Office of Financial Regulation is being filed next.

    I just got back from HGreg Tampa, and if you want a masterclass in bait-and-switch tactics, this is…read moreyour place. These guys don't sell cars--they practice what I'd call the Art of Blowing Up the Deal. I walked in after finding a vehicle listed at a reasonable $20K. Test drive went fine. Ready to move forward. Then the numbers came out--and I honestly had to rub my eyes to make sure I was reading them correctly. That $20K magically turned into $26K. Not because the car changed--because the fees did. Let's break it down: ~$1,721 in sales tax (fair enough) $500 for a license I didn't need (I have valid plates) $1,299 "Pre-delivery service fee" (aka dealer padding--easily 2-3x higher than typical in the area) $899 "Electronic Registration Filing Fee" (which many dealers charge $0 for) $198 doc fee (fine--but then what exactly is the $899 for?) And the crown jewel: $1,721 "Elite Protection Plan" -- presented as mandatory That's nearly $6,000 in added cost, almost 20% on top of the vehicle price. Pure margin creation. We tried to negotiate--nothing moved. Suddenly, what looked like a good deal became completely average at best. So we walked. Then--predictably--as we were leaving, the sales rep chased us down. Now the "mandatory" warranty could be waived. Interesting how "mandatory" disappears the moment you head for the door. But even then, the rest of the inflated fees remained, so we kept walking. Let's be honest about what's happening here. This pricing model is designed to trap less-informed buyers--especially those who may be focused on monthly payments instead of total cost. Bundling in things like a "mandatory" warranty makes financing easier for subprime buyers at who-knows-what interest rates. We were cash buyers, so the game changed quickly once they realized they couldn't leverage financing. Bottom line: Know your numbers. Know what's real and what's noise. And be ready to walk--actually, run. I genuinely look forward to the day when direct-to-consumer models like Tesla become the norm and eliminate this kind of nonsense entirely. At the end of the day, consumers have a choice. If you agree to these terms, that's on you. But don't say you weren't warned.

    Victory Auto Mall - **It's More Than a Dealership -- It's Victory Auto Mall! **

From luxury cars to powerful trucks and everything in between

    Victory Auto Mall

    (33 reviews)

    I found this place thru a deal on groupon. Being new to the area I wasn't sure what to expect but I…read morehad a wonderful experience at Victory Auto Mall! I made an appointment for an oil change on a Friday afternoon. The place was easy to find and once I walked in and was greeted by Kim I knew I was in great hands! Kim was super sweet and accommodating. I forget the guys name that did my oil change but he was awesome and super knowledgeable. Being a lady who doesn't know anything about cars other than it needs gas to run (lol) he took very good care of me, answered all my questions and didn't pressure me into buying or paying for anything extra like i've experienced everywhere else i've gone to before. I will most definitely be back! thanks so much for the awesome service!

    I purchased a used truck from Victory Auto Mall in St. Petersburg in September 2025. At the time of…read moresale, I was told the check engine light would be repaired. Since then, I have returned the vehicle to them multiple times (including three trips from Fort Myers), and the issue was never resolved. I was eventually told to take the truck to a dealership for repair. The vehicle has now been diagnosed with a bad transmission and inverter. The extended warranty sold at the time of purchase does not cover all of these issues, leaving me with significant out-of-pocket costs. I withheld a remaining $1,020 of the down payment due to the unresolved issue tied to the original agreement. Instead of resolving the matter, the dealership placed a registration/tag stop, preventing me from renewing my registration, and has stopped responding to my calls. I am currently attempting to resolve this directly and through formal channels. I will update this review based on how the dealership handles this situation moving forward.

    Auto Store of Tampa Bay II

    Auto Store of Tampa Bay II

    (6 reviews)

    We were in search of an affordable and reliable car for our son who is in college. After weeks and…read moreweeks of combing the internet and visiting most of the used car lots in the Tampa Bay Area we came across the Auto Store of Tampa Bay II and we are so grateful we found it. The Auto Store of Tampa Bay is a small family owned and operated lot which is easy to miss amongst the many used car lots, congested and fast pace road it is located on. However, what attracted us to it was the noticeable cleanliness of all the vehicles on the lot. Every vehicle was detailed and display with so much pride we had go inside. After browsing the impressive lot out front we decided to go inside where we were greeted by Mike W. who was not overly pushy and very upfront about all the cars on the lot. He took the time to learn what our priorities were and answered all of our questions which were a lot. Lol We test drove the vehicle we were set to buy and notice the AC wasn't blowing as strong as it could have (keep in mind this was a 12 yr old car); Mike offered to take it to his mechanic for a check and recharge at no additional cost and even included that as a guarantee in the bill of sales. We planned to register the car in another state which became more complicated than we anticipated and Mike went above and beyond (2 weeks AFTER we purchased the car) to help us navigate the different registration and tax requirements; even helping us making calls to the Florida and out of state DMV's and getting some required forms notarized for us at no additional cost to us. Again this is a couple weeks after we purchased the car from them. Our overall experience with the Auto Store of Tampa was a great one! We were able to purchase an affordable, good looking, AND RELIABLE vehicle for our son. We will definitely be back for any future used car buying needs and HIGHLY recommended them to anyone who is hesitant about used car lots. Pros: Affordable Prices Professionally Detailed Vehicles Outstanding Customer Service Bilingual (English and Spanish) Honest about their inventory Easy to Work with and Negotiate Deal Available even after the sale is complete Good mix of newer and older cars all very clean Cons: Not the best location to get in and out of Parking is hit or miss Not the largest inventory in the area

    I bought this truck, they were very hostile with negotiation for starters. And their car fax was…read moreexcellent condition, we tried explaining that the truck is not in excellent condition. And to be quite frank iv looked at over 60 trucks in the last month and half- everything has been garbage. This one seemed to be best mechanically that we had seen. The body had quit a bit of damage, interior they did and excellent job cleaning. I bought this truck and didn't even make it home. Had to call for a tow truck, the radiator had a crack in it, had to pay for the tow, mechanic and the radiator alone was $400. The cab of truck is also leaking there is water marks all over the headliner, wouldn't crank yesterday had it towed back to the mechanics and the truck needs head gaskets and batteries. I haven't even made my first payment on this truck. Very disappointed! I would never recommend this place.

    Gagel's Auto Sales

    Gagel's Auto Sales

    (3 reviews)

    Though I view buying a car as just a bit less inviting than a root canal, my experience at Gagel's…read morewas painless. Gagel's forgos the standard process which usually includes an 8 hour hostage situation followed by a bit of waterboarding. During which time the "customer" is either convinced the dealer "knows just what you need," or they breakunder the pressure and do as they are told. The salesmen at Gagel's allowed me to try out vehicles at will. Any questions about previous use and any previous "injuries" to the vehicles were met with frank discussions including photos of the damage that had been repaired. Since I had narrowed down my choices before arriving the entire process took under an hour. I left with a low mileage car that looks, inside and out, like it just came off the factory floor. Each car I tested was similar in that the mileage was low and condition top notch. There was no junk. How refreshing. If other car dealers took the lead from Gagel's and resorted to honest, low pressure sales, perhaps the reputation of the used car industry would climb out of the gutter.... I never thought I would say this to a car dealer---But it was a Pleasure doing business with you.

    I had the best experience today! After getting crazy prices from places all over town I drove over…read morean hour to this location and won't go anywhere else after today. Josh was very professional and was willing to work with everything I needed. Great prices, customer service & products. Highly recommend.

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