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"Unhelpful service, wouldn't refund £200"
1 out of 5 stars
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I reserved a car on the Thursday afternoon and was told my money would be refunded and taken off the purchase price. I did this so that my 110 mile journey wouldn't be wasted and having done the same with other car companies over the last 2 months, where my refund was returned if i ended up not buying the car, i assumed Riverside Car Sales Ltd would be the same when i called them 20 hours later to cancel the reservation and ask for a refund. Even on reading the Ts & Cs I found it unclear, and thought i would be refunded. When i wrote to them i got told to whistle essentially, and that i should've read the Ts & Cs better. In fact they told me it was ridiculous to not have read them properly, which of course they are absolutely right about. When i asked this question about them not stating they won't refund it if i don't buy the car, Riverside simply said "you didn't ask, so i didn't say." Anyway, of course one should thoroughly read the Ts & Cs and one should also read the reviews for this car dealership, i just should've read them earlier. Oh well two mistakes in one!

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Charlie Reid from Riverside Car Sales in response to Unhelpful service, wouldn't refund £200

We understand that nobody ever want's to lose money which is why whenever there is a reservation fee, everyone gets the standard email below. I have checked and this was sent to you prior to leaving a reservation fee. I have also noted from correspondence that you never came to view the vehicle at any point. Message to all customers prior to all reservation fees being taken: "You authorise Riverside Car Sales to take a £500 reservation fee from your bank account. This withdraws the vehicle from sale for up to 14 days while you either: sign finance documents or arrange to visit the site and leave a deposit. You understand that this reservation fee is non-refundable should you change your mind about purchasing the car, but that if you elect to go ahead, Riverside Car Sales will reduce the price of your vehicle by £500 Vehicle: Ferrari Enzo Registration Number: TE57 CAR Date: 01/01/01 Please respond to this email to accept the terms and conditions as stated above."

"Great place."
5 out of 5 stars
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i have bought 2 cars from here in the past happy with both. now looking for anotger for my partner. Already test drove the car with no presure to buy and always so helpfull. This is the owner that is always helpfull.. will go back Thursday to buy if still there..

"Excellent "
5 out of 5 stars
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Great service, great value. Highly recommend

"Terrible"
1.8 out of 5 stars
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Turned to up to look at a car that was for sale at Riverside Car Sales over in Burton on Trent but wasn't allowed to test drive it until I'd decided I wanted to buy it....very strange way of doing things. I was ready to buy with cash but how are you supposed to know if you want to buy a car without test driving?? Obviously I didn't and wouldn't ever go back.

Charlie from Riverside Car Sales in response to Terrible

Hi Trish, Every dealership will do what is called 'qualifying' which is where they make sure that a customer is in a position to buy the car. It feels as though in this case it has been far too forceful and has upset you. We have, since your review, let go of some members of the team who didn't fit our ethos and have taken new ones on board. When it is time for you to change cars I would be happy to pop the kettle on and welcome you to Riverside Car Sales so that you might find your next car without any pressure. Kind regards,

"YourWorstNightmare"
1 out of 5 stars
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MIS sold me my car. Just wanting money rather than giving a good service, car crammed in so tight you can't move anything or look, took a deposit over the phone but since going and inspecting the vehicle it wasn't for me and then told me me deposit is non refundable. Waste of time and robbed me also. Do not recommend Riverside Car Sales in Burton, please stay away if you dont want to lose money.

Charlie from Riverside Car Sales in response to YourWorstNightmare

I am sorry that you feel that we 'took your money'. We operate a very transparent reservation fee and deposit scheme. If you put your complaint in writing to the Managing Director, I will make sure he reviews this. All deposits are non-refundable but the MD, at his discretion, may refund deposits in exceptional circumstances.

"billsmith1979"
2 out of 5 stars
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Called up to book a test drive. When I got to Riverside Car Sales the car was buried at the back of lot. Had to agree a part ex deal on my car before they let me drive. Came back the following day, test drove the car and when I said I had to go away and think about it the dealer had a right go at me for not buying the car on the spot and accused me of wasting his time! Don't know how as I was the only customer there both days I visited them? Never going there again.

Charlie from Riverside Car Sales in response to billsmith1979

We agree all deals before test driving, so that we are on a level playing field. There is no sense you test driving a vehicle if you aren't happy with a part exchange price. As for the attitude of the salesman, I can only apologise as that is entirely unprofessional.

"Unimpressed"
3 out of 5 stars
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I bought my vehicle for cash in Sept 2013 but was not offered any discount for no part-exchange. The car had a 'wet-dog' smell which they promised would be rectified before I collected it also they were going to correct a few dents in the bodywork but it was apparent on collection that the smell and the dents were still there. They had the vehicle back to valet it but one year on and the car still smells the same. I've been told from somewhere else the carpets are mouldy underneath. I emailed them with the problem but had no further response from them. I feel like they had my money now they don't want to know!

Charlie from Riverside Car Sales in response to Unimpressed

If, upon arriving to collect my new vehicle, I noticed that things that had been agreed to had not been done, I certainly wouldn't pay the balance and drive it away.

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"Mr Anthony Jackson"
5 out of 5 stars
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Extremely helpful with me at Riverside Car Sales in Burton on Trent. The only thing is that I was there for 5 hours because the car was at the workshop which is 10 mins away so they were waiting for a part to come, which wasnt there fault. I had my mother with me in this time and she was diabetic and the salesmen who worked for riverside was so helpful and understanding an got some food for my mum to eat. Very considerate. I am 110 mile away from this dealership in York but i will still go back down when im next looking for a car

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Independent Dealership founded in 1996

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    Riverside Car Sales
    Derby Road
    Burton-on-Trent
    Staffordshire
    DE14 1RN

    Get in touch

    01283 541145
    http://www.riversidecarsales.co.uk

    Opening times
    Mon 08.30 - 18.00
    Tue 08.30 - 18.00
    Wed 08.30 - 18.00
    Thu 08.30 - 18.00
    Fri 08.30 - 18.00
    Sat 08.30 - 17.00
    Sun 10.00 - 16.00

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