**ALERT: AVOID THIS DEALER, THEY'RE SCAMMERS!** (read this if you plan on buying a used vehicle from these scammers) My story: I live in Sioux Falls, SD. Over 1 year ago I was in the market for a low mileage clean 2010-2013 BMW 328i. I found a 2013 328i in my budget at this dealer and decided to fly to Florida from South Dakota. In order to spare me any surprises, I had the dealer send me a carfax of the vehicle. I noticed that on the carfax the vehicle had been sold at an auction (even though it had a clean title), so I asked Anesh (he was the salesman I was with entire purchase) what that meant and he said it was completely normal, nothing wrong with the vehicle, no bad history or accidents. I also asked him multiple times through the phone and email, if the car had been in any accidents. He assured me multiple times that car was in accidents/repaired and that the car had been inspected by their own technicians. So I trusted Anesh, put down a $500 deposit to put a hold on the vehicle, took days off work, flew down to W Palm Beach. Beforehand, I researched tips on buying used cars, what to look for. When I got there, he showed me the car....... and guess what? Within minutes, not even exaggerating, I was able to pinpoint that the car had been repainted (mind you, that I was no auto body technician nor had dealt with repairing cars). I asked Anesh and at first he was in complete denial and assured me I was wrong, that it had been inspected by his technicians and that it wasnt repainted/repaired. At that time I was 20 years old and he assumed I was ignorant about buying a car so he tried to take advantage of me. He tried to hurry me, told me that he didn't have much time. I suggested I have the car inspected at a local auto repair shop. He conceded and told me, we could do it the next day (i had no intention of staying the night but had no choice so booked a hotel). The next day we took the car to a local auto repair shop and had inspection performed. The owner of the repair shop came out and was able to pinpoint exactly where the car was painted/repaired within 2 minutes. He said the car had the following repainted: front bumper, front hood, left front fender, and left rear quarter panel. He also pointed out how bad the painting was, especially on the hood and how the clearcoat had been applied improperly. We brought the car back to Anesh and I told him exactly what the technician had found out with a 5 minute inspection. He acted dumb and tried to convince me it was something very minor and that the car was in perfect condition (HOWWWW??? over 40% of the car had been repainted and a bad job of repainting, what about the body filler that was used? what guarantee would there be that it wouldn't crack under the elements??) I asked for any discount in price and all he could do was $500 which was nothing due that the car wasn't just any used car, it was a used car that 40% of had been unprofessionally repaired and needed the hood to be refinished and who knows what else mechanically (the technician only inspected body of the car). I asked Anesh if he had a paint-o-meter (device used for checking the thickness of paint on a car, thicker would mean that it had been repainted). He brought it out immediately (they obviously had one all along and no doubt used it on all their cars). We checked the thickness of the paint and guess what? the paint-o-meter confirmed EXACTLY what the local technician was able to point out. I was completely dumb-founded that I was duped like this. After wasting so much money flying down, I asked Anesh if they could compensate me for anything, (he knew that I was flying down with intent of driving the car back), he completely refused. This was what made me sure they were scammers: at one point I was waiting for Anesh and I looked around the showroom, guess what?? There was a $40k red Mercedes inside and again I was able to find where it had been repainted/repaired. Most of their inventory is unprofessionally repaired German cars. DO NOT BUY FROM HERE! read more

I've never written a review of a business before. But I'd recommend doing business with Foreign Affairs if you're looking for a late-model BMW or Mercedes, or if you're interested in any other car they may have for sale. They offered a low-mileage 2012 BMW 328i convertible that I thought was fairly priced in comparison with other low-mileage 2012's currently for sale. (This car also had the options I wanted, and none that I didn't, so I wasn't paying extra for pricey options like iDrive that I didn't want.) I called and spoke to Anesh, then went up the next day to look at the car and take it out for a test drive. Since I was interested in it, I asked and Anesh arranged for the car's inspection at Braman BMW nearby. And since I don't live nearby, he took care of having the car dropped off for the inspection the following day and picked up afterward. The car checked out OK, except it needed a tire alignment, which Foreign Affairs paid for. Anesh, and the service staff, also took care of a couple of minor things that I requested (buffing out a couple of minor scratches on the trunk lid, and removing the front license plate holder, which included filling in and painting over two small holes in the front bumper), at no cost to me, that were done to my satisfaction. So, if you're interested in owning a late-model BMW or Mercedes while saving big bucks on initial depreciation (I saved about $20,000), and you appreciate excellent customer service, contact Foreign Affairs Auto. read more

After looking for a Mercedes E350 Convertible for the past few months, I stumbled across Foreign Affairs Auto on ebay and liked the car they had to offer. I called Anesh and he was very helpfull on the phone and went over all the details and answered all the questions I had. Being I was in New York and the car was in West Palm Beach Fla. it was a little difficult to decide wheather to buy the car or not, I happend to have a friend in the car business that was in Fla that week and he went to the dealership to look at is for me. He confirmed everything that I was told and gave me a thumbs up to buy it. Anesh had worked out my trade from photos and my word and with that I drove to Fla. After 2 days of driving I arrived at the dealership close to closing. Anesh was more the pleasant and went over the car with me and we sat down and did the paperwork. The showroom is beautiful including a nice cappachino and the service area is second to none, There were a few small issues that had to be addressed and Amesh, Johnathan and Frank were great at resolving them. I have never been at any used car dealership where the people were so nice and so helpful. After a few days I drove the car back to New York and new I made the right choice of dealerships to do business with, I highly reccomend them and would be happy to do business with them again. * * * read more

Hi Johnathan, This is just a quick note to tell you how much I appreciate what you did in order to procure me my 2011 manual BMW 550i. I must tell you that I am not only impressed at how you were able to find this very rare car, but also so grateful because of the incredible deal you put in front of me.... You made me a deal I could not refuse. The whole transaction from beginning to end was smooth and effortless, something rare these days, and you got me the car of my dreams at a price that was way below market. This is the second car I have purchased from you in under 6 months and this is why my family and I will continue to purchase our vehicles from you. I commend the professional way you and your family run your business, the attention to detail and the way you make us feel at home every time we come in. In this world of big dealerships and crappy used car lots, you have definitely carved out your niche and have become a rare gem in the luxury used car market. All the cars on your lot are picked with the utmost care and reflect the standards by which you run your business. I thank you and your family from the bottom of my heart, and I can tell you that you have definitely created a customer for life. I will make sure to endorse you and recommend you to all of my family and friends. Sincerely, Rick de Govia read more

I highly recommend Foreign Affairs Auto. I have always had outstanding experiences with them in the past as they have serviced my car since I moved down to West Palm Beach. They have always been incredibly responsive and honest. Last week, I took in my Mercedes for an oil change but while I was waiting for my car to be serviced, I absolutely went HEAD OVER HEELS for Mercedes CLK covertible they had in their showroom. I think they put their most beautiful cars in their showroom on purpose! ;) I asked Fred, their Pre-Owned Sales Manager for the details on the car and to appraise my car. Fred is such a gentleman! He provided me with all the final figures for me to consider trading in my car without any pressure or cheap sales tactics whatsoever. I really do appreciate that as I will not tolerate high pressure sales tactics. I could not have been happier with his service and really loved that car so I decided to make the move and do the swap. I was in and out within the hour. Jonathan, the General Manager, is another sweetheart! He was on top of everything, and accommodated my every need. They were amazing, personable, respectful and very efficient. Thank you Foreign Affairs Auto for my amazing new car and you will continue to be my only place that I look to whenever my car needs service! read more

While few people are happy to spend money on repairs and maintenance, there's no reason why you shouldn't feel good about dealing with those who do the work. You have every right to expect a friendly business relationship, in which you pay fair market value for the work, it's done correctly by people you respect, and backed by a meaningful warranty program. Here are a few points on why you should choose Foreign Affairs Auto: 1. They employ qualified professionals to carry out the repair and maintenance work. 2. Professional Customer Service either in or out of warranty situation. 3. The service department gives you options that you can choose from that will save you money? (This is a sure sign of an honest mechanic.) 4. They back/warranty the parts and labor. 5. Friendly, helpful, and not irritated by your questions. 6. They get to know you AND your vehicle inside and out, and you'll always be able to discuss your vehicle's health with them. I not only use their mechanics for all my service needs, but I also bought my latest car here (Mercedes). Foreign Affairs Auto is a business that have patroned for over three years now. I have come to trust explicitly and so will you. read more

Finding a good auto shop is HARD. You need two things: (i) confidence they have the expertise to service your vehicle and (ii) adequate trust that the bill will be fair. Foreign Affairs is both for owners of European cars. Here are the key differentiators between FA and other auto shops that meet the above criteria: First - USER EXPERIENCE. This one is a "wow". There is a tracker for your vehicle like Domino's pizza, you get text updates as steps are completed, a digital copy of the inspection with pictures, and a prompt call to go over the results. FA is able to communicate via text as well. Which brings us to... Second - RESPONSIVENESS. You can expect a call back when promised. You can communicate via text! I'm saying it again because astoundingly few business have this capability and it's a huge quality of life boost. Finally.... Third is of course, they know what they're doing. I got an oil change, fluid top off, new tires, and an alignment for a great price. My E93 Cabriolet shifts smooth and feels great. What more do you want? Call Anesh and book your appointment. read more

I purchased a last model year Jaguar XJ8 which I had been looking for with exactly the options I wanted, dealing with Jonathan was incredibly easy and everything was delivered at the time he said it would be. The price was excellent comparing the vehicle to others around the Country. The car was delivered to my home a couple of hundred miles away within 15 minutes of the time they said and was very close in condition to what they described, however this is a used car and I expected some small chips which there had been but someone had filled them in with poor paint touch ups done with a brush which stand above the paint surface on the roof and hood which I was surprised about as the description said the vehicle was in "Excellent Condition" but they should not be a problem for a paint shop to flatten down and there were a couple of minor issues that Jonathan took care of immediately. The communication during the sales process and since was honest and quick and Jonathan was incredibly helpful with everything. Would I buy a car here again sight unseen, absolutely! read more

We spent about 2 months looking for the right vehicle. We knew exactly what we wanted and were searching in the entire country for it until we found our car at Foreign Affairs Auto. Similar vehicles were listed at a similar price, except for the fact that this one only had 16K miles and was still under factory warranty. All others found all over the country had over 40K miles on average. Since I was out of state, I asked my daughter, who lives not far from the dealership, to go and check it for blemishes. She checked it and test drove it and reported back to us that the car was like brand new, although it is a couple of years old. From then on things moved very smoothly, thanks to the honesty and professionalism of Anesh Bodasing. The vehicle was transported to us within a couple of days and when we actually saw the car, it really looked like brand new. We love it! and do highly recommend Foreign Affairs Auto for your automobile needs. read more

The process of buying a new vehicle can seem overwhelming, but my experience was just the opposite at Foreign Affairs Auto. From the moment I called the dealership and spoke with the General Manager Jonathan Ortiz regarding a vehicle I saw on their lot ; he was very knowledgeable and informative about their inventory. Jonathan was always pleasant , professional and I never felt pressured. I work for a company that demands excellent Customer Service and you begin to expect that same level of service from other companies. Well, needless to say I received GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE and everything they promised they delivered. I would like to thank both you and your family for having a reputable car dealership that makes car buying a pleasure and hassle free!! Sincerely, Ms. Watkins P.S. Now tell me when was the last time you visited a car dealership where the General Manager made you an ESPRESSO while you waited!! read more

Have been the customer with Foreign Affairs about four years for the services of my BMW 335i. Just traded in for a Lexus IS250C. The whole purchasing process was effortless, Jonathan located the Lexus to meet my specifications within three days. Came in for a test drive, love the condition of the interior and exterior of the car, low mileage and good price, and the trade in was good. I decided to buy the car at Foreign Affairs because of its customer service and every car there looks very nice and attractive; nice feeling to drive like a new car. Thank you, Jonathan, for taking care of the sale transaction so professionally and for very litttle effort on my part, I appreciate your way of doing business, your attention and your caring to provide conveniences to your customer are very commendable. Strong recommendation to everyone who's looking for a car. read more

This is the only place in West Palm Beach where I have my 2003 BMW 325i serviced. The owner Frank is a fantastic and very knowledgable person to work with, as well as the service supervisor Stephan. I have had zero issues following any of my service appointments in the past. The waiting area is very comfortable with a sofa, 2 chairs, magazines, and a large tv with cable, so I do not mind waiting in there for a service job that may take two hours or so. Also, unlike the dealership and most shops that will just give you a list of "recommended repairs", they will actually provide pictures as well in a printout so you can actually see for yourself if you have leaks, etc. Highly recommended to anyone with a German vehicle that is out of warranty and looking for dependable shop with fair prices. read more

Let me start by saying that my purchase was made online, so I've never personally been to their dealership. BUT Anesh made it as easy as 123. A few years ago I purchased my first vehicle on Ebay, and I thought that transaction was smooth, but It doesn't compare to this. A couple phone calls, a little negotiation and we have a deal. Anesh took care of everything including arranging the transport of my vehicle by carrier. The thing I appreciated the most was that he kept in contact with me every step of the way. He gave me his personal cell phone number so that I could contact him with questions at anytime. The communication between us was phenomenal. I will definitely look at his inventory the next time I am in the market for a car. Anesh, Thank you!! read more

Very well. The range is roving great. Chris worked with me on the price and reduced hundreds of dollars to help me through my crisis. He also suggested Snap Financing which covered more than HALF of my bill. Now I can go back to enjoying driving, listening to my classic rock and working. The work was done in just DAYS! Most places I checked out first were talking 7/10 days. Yikes! I would 1000% recommend Foreign Affairs. Sure I could have found a cheaper price at a local mom and pop, but when I asked the last place if they have any experience working on Range Rovers, the gentleman responded "Yes, we have a German guy" Haha. I immediately dropped my car off at Foreign affairs and allowed the PROS to handle my predicament. read more

I just bought my Mazda CX-7 at Foreign Affairs last week and I love it!! The whole experience was great. I called in advance and spoke to Anesh on a Saturday and he was friendly and helpful. As soon as I got there he was available and helped me every step of the way. It was actually very smooth and less hassle than the last time I remember buying a car. I have already recommended family and friends to Foreign Affairs...I only spoke to Anesh but I received emails from three different people after I bought the car thanking me for dropping by and buying my car there. They also contacted me about my title and how I should receive it soon. I'm very pleased with this dealer and the cars I saw there were amazing!! read more

I found the vehicle I wanted via the internet. Foreign Affairs web site is outstanding, easy to use and the photos of the vehicle were first rate. I sent an email and immediately was contacted by Fred. Fred is an exceptionable individual. He worked with me over the telephone for three days and I drove from Kissimmee to West Palm to purchase the car. The transaction was fast, efficient and the experience was low key and professional. Fred introduced me to the Ortiz family and I must say they each are genuine and a real pleasure to meet. What started over the internet wound up with a purchase of a very nice vehicle. Price, professionalism and service was well worth the drive. Edit - Delete read more

Plenty of reminder notice given prior to appointment date. On arrival staff immediately began paperwork. Maintenance done as requested. Specific items of interest on the vehicle were received by text including pictures. Extremely satisfied with service. Frank (the Sheriff at Foreign Affairs) forced me and my friend to consume a couple of expressos. Even though it had been raining staff washed the car before it was returned. Receiving area was clean. I drove 150 miles for PM and service. FA pricing beats the dealers. Purchased 5 cars from FA before they changed to service and repair. Always satisfied with cars and service. Probably no finer service in Palm Beach County area. Louie L. read more

DO NOT TAKE YOUR CAR TO THIS PLACE!! THEY WONT FIX THE PROBLEM AND THEY WILL CHARGE YO FOR IT!! I have never been more dissatisfied with a merchant before. I took my car to this place with a check engine light. The ran the test and told me that I needed to replace some things that amounted to 850 dollars. On the same day later on the check engine light came back, so I took the car back and they charged me another 400 dollars to do some other stuff. After that my car started dying when I stopped at the stop light. After all of this all they say is that they are willing to work with me if I bring my car back. WHY WOULD I BRING MY CAR BACK TO THIS PLACE?!?!?! read more

We bought a car from foreign affairs on line from out of state (we are in TN). The sales process was great - all items were as presented, clear instructions, rapid shipping. the dealer preparation was great - they had worked hard to be sure that the car was in great appearance and mechanical shape. Anesh is a great salesman with great follow-up. We are very happy with the car. The communication on the title transfer (from FL to TN) was only good. But it was all worked out within the promised 30 d. I would get the Florida 30 d dealer tag registration to allow you to be comfortable driving the wonderful car as soon as it arrives. read more