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Went to view a car earlier this month. Described online as excellent condition. When I arrived the car was in poor condition. Had several panels missing inside and out and several noted and obvious faults, this was all before even starting it. I fully understand its a second hand car but for 10k + and a description of excellent condition I was left very dissapointed. The advisories on tyres from most recent MOT were not carried out. After discussing with sales agent he said the list of faults could be rectified but the trust was gone. I would advise taking someone with you that has an idea about cars.
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I bought my partner a car for his 50th birthday as a surprise, shenfield motor company went over and above on helping me get his dream car, they also delivered it to us on the morning of his special day and done a super extra valet on top which I didn’t expect, thank you Simon and the team he is thrilled to bits with his new baby
Simon Morris from SMC Cars and Commercials in response to Quality
Hi, Thanks for a great review! Kind Regards, SMC Cars & Commercials
Thank you Joe and SMC for the amazing service that you gave me when I purchased my car from you, I am truly grateful for the time spent with me on my 3 test drives, the car was super gleaming on being delivered to me. Regards Marie
Simon Morris from SMC Cars and Commercials in response to Amazing service SMC
Hi, Thanks for a great review! Kind Regards, SMC Cars & Commercials
I bought a car from here several months ago now. I am still waiting for them to get a part for my car that was very clearly missing when I bought it. Every time I call, I get dismissed saying that they still haven’t found the part. However I have looked myself, and seen places that sell them. Just don’t feel it’s fair I have to pay, when we agreed they would get it as a part of buying the car. Awful service and would not recommend.
You know the stereotype of the greedy car sales man who will lure you in with promises and make you feel really excited about buying your first car? And then once you've bought it, they turn cold, couldn't care less about any problems you're having, turn the blame around on you and deny any responsibility whatsoever? Yes - that is what you will be faced with at this dealership. There are MUCH better and more honest dealerships out there; do not be taken for a ride by this company as you will become nothing as soon as you've put your PIN in the machine and driven your car away, regardless of problems that arise. Legally, they are required to help, but they will drag it out in the most long-winded, reluctant and crafty way so as to not have to accept any responsibility for any problems associated with the car. Getting honest and reliable help from them is like getting blood from a stone. Don't bother. Save your time, money and sanity and go elsewhere.
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SMC Car Sales from SMC Cars and Commercials in response to Avoid at all costs.
Thank you for your review. I'd like to start by saying in all the years we have been trading we have not received comments quite like this. We take everything we do at SMC very seriously so if you would like to discuss this matter further then please contact us. In regards to your comments which are not true and not how we operate as a business, we've also have been trading for over 30 years and have created a excellent reputation over time. Our doors are always open to discuss issues should they arise, Many Thanks SMC
I booked an appointment for 12noon today (23/05/20) to view a Ford Mondeo I was very interested in. I arrived at 11.45 having driven just over an hour from my home. I spoke to a salesman on his forecourt and was informed that the car was sold! I did not even receive a courtesy call from them with that information and would have thought that because I had a pre-booked appointment, they would have held the car until I had the opportunity to view it. They could have told the buyer that someone is booked to view the car and if I decided not to buy it, they could have contacted them afterwards. All in all, this was a waste of my time and fuel and I feel this company acted VERY unprofessionally.
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SMC Car Sales from SMC Cars and Commercials in response to DISAPPOINTING
Thank you for your review, We would like to take this opportunity to respond to the review. Firstly when any customer calls regarding a car we always give the general public the opportunity to put down a refundable deposit to hold the car subject to viewing it. In this case the offer was made to the customer and they decided not to put a deposit on the car. At this stage the car is still for sale. In the meantime when traveling to view the car a customer had walked on to site and wanted to buy the same car. The customer wanted to test drive the car which we did and by the time you arrived to us we had already sold the car. In every case we speak to customers regarding deposits and give them every opportunity to buy the car. Many Thanks SMC Car Sales
Very knowledgeable and helpful. Even touched up the car after purchase for me. Top guys
SMC Car Sales from SMC Cars and Commercials in response to Great Service
Thank you enjoy your car.... Regards SMC
Just had car serviced at Shenfield Motor Company. Really good and very honest
We appeared to have been sold a good car by a decent salesman at Shenfield Motor Company, and that illusion continued for a couple of months. It transpired that we were actually sold a car which within normal operating parameters would require £2,000 worth of life cycle maintenance, in addition to routine servicing. Some one who knew the vehicle could (if he had wanted to) have told us that. This garage didn't, and the first warning came when filings from a decaying flywheel destroyed the starter motor. The salesman now has no interest in us and is hiding behind planned replacements the cycled of which we could not possibly have known. Be careful and do your research- you will get very little information of use from these people.
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Just picked up a lovely Range Rover Evoque from Shenfield Motor Company. The finance went through while I waited and was able to take delivery of the car the same day as promised. Great service from Joe and his team. Look forward to see them when the car is due it’s next service.
We have changed our trading name from Shenfield Motor Company, We now trade as SMC Cars and Commercials
Welcome to SMC Cars and Commercials, where you will find unbeatable value on quality used cars.
We are a family run business with over 35 years' experience in the motor trade at all levels. For fantastic offers and a great choice, visit our Chelmsford branch. We are your number one second hand car dealer located within easy reach of various towns around Essex, we can also arrange delivery nationwide. We pride ourselves in offering a fantastic range of quality used cars to suit your needs and budget.
All our cars are hand picked from our main dealer contacts and before we price our cars we research the market to make sure we are very competitive. We offer a wide range of services including used vehicle sales, Finance, Part Exchange, servicing, Recovery, MOTs and warranty.
We deal and are backed by a wide range of Finance companies including Black Horse, Close Motor Finance, Motonovo, Mann Island and First Response. If you have had any trouble in the past we have a wide range of schemes that may suit you.
Deals in: 4x4s, Cars, Vans
Manufacturers: Sells a variety of makes and models
Independent Dealership
Excellent | 104 | |
Very Good | 0 | |
Average | 2 | |
Poor | 4 | |
Terrible | 5 |
SMC Cars and Commercials
372 - 376 Baddow Road
Chelmsford
Essex
CM2 9RA
Mon | 09.00 - 18.00 |
Tue | 09.00 - 18.00 |
Wed | 09.00 - 18.00 |
Thu | 09.00 - 18.00 |
Fri | 09.00 - 18.00 |
Sat | 09.00 - 17.00 |
Sun | 10.00 - 16.00 |
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