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CarGurus Reviews Summary

The company's reputation is mixed, with notable strengths in customer service from specific sales teams who are praised for their attentiveness and support during vehicle purchases. However, significant concerns arise regarding transparency and pricing practices, particularly with hidden fees and perceived bait-and-switch tactics. Many customers express frustration over inconsistent pricing and a lack of responsiveness from dealerships listed on the platform. Overall, while some users appreciate the ease of finding vehicles, many report dissatisfaction with the selling process and the reliability of the information provided, indicating a need for improved communication and clarity.

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76
value
70
shipping
30
returns
33
quality
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THE CAR EXCHANGE
December 19, 2019

In and Out, Quick and Easy. Brian showed me the cars I wanted to see in my price range and was very patient and helpful. A very enjoyable experience. Next time I am in the market for a used car I will definitely put The Car Exchange at the top of my list!

Date of experience: December 18, 2019
New York
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Nightmare
December 18, 2019

They really don't care about you on this site don't Search for a car here it will turn your dream car into a nightmare the same way they did to me

Date of experience: December 18, 2019
North Carolina
1 review
10 helpful votes
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Placed two private ads on CarGurus. Went to check on them a few days later and when I attempted to sign in I received a message saying the account was disabled. No reason given. Both were normal, straightforward ads. Very disappointed and will not be using them again and will let others know about this as well. I would give them a zero if possible.

Date of experience: December 13, 2019
California
1 review
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My interaction with Vroom was terrific from my initial call on 11/25/19 to delivery on 12/9/19. Everyone knew the mission and they were committed to keeping the train on the tracks. The whole process took about 7 business days (excluding Thanksgiving, the day after and weekends). They kept in contact with daily morning updates. When they received my funds by cashiers check, they called the same evening they got it to prepare me for delivery. Within a day, they sent me an email with my expected delivery date. I am highly pleased with my 2017 Chevrolet High Country. It's everything they said it would be and more! I would definitely recommend Vroom to anyone looking to purchase a POV with no games or surprises.
Thank You Vroom,
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My Beautiful Delivery
Date of experience: December 11, 2019
Missouri
1 review
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Tony " H" Gibson
December 13, 2019

I purchased a vehicle from $#*! Smith Ford the salesman was Henry Pulliam, Jr. And the sales manager was Erik Abreu. They negotiated in good faith and satisfied all my expectations of my Platinum F-150.

Date of experience: December 11, 2019
Maryland
1 review
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Car looked great and was told it was mechanically sound. Not even 30 days later it needs a new transmission.

Date of experience: December 10, 2019
Massachusetts
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Overpriced
December 9, 2019

Theyse guys are trying to charge me 750$ a month. I have 10 cars listed with them. I have been with CarGurus since the beginning. They raise our rate every year. This year it went up by about $300. I had to say no. Many dealers I know did the same and stopped being robbed.

Date of experience: December 8, 2019
Germany
1 review
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I would like to thank CHERATI MOTORS and my sales guy Ricky for his over the top assistant and services with the purchase of my 2011 Dodge Charger RT. The whole the experience was excellent. I love my new ride. You guys rock! A 1 service. I recommend them to everyone to go and check them out if you are in need of a vehicle. Tell them Deborah Williams sent you.

Date of experience: December 5, 2019
Maryland
1 review
2 helpful votes
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To hard to buy a car
November 27, 2019

Great site easy, transparent, great tools for sellers and buyers. But way too complicated once the sales transaction begins. Slow buying process for customers.

Date of experience: November 27, 2019
Georgia
1 review
3 helpful votes
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I bought a car from Cargurus website. One week after i realized that i had to replace the brake pads. The worst thing, they refused to provide any assistance to me.

It's a fraud and a very serious disregard to customers.

You should guys think twice before doing business with those people. They are not trustworthy.

Don't waste your money with Cargurus. They don't care about your satisfaction and your safety!

Date of experience: November 26, 2019
Illinois
1 review
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Best sales men
November 27, 2019

I had hector sell me a new journy and eric helped best service in some time. I came in to see if they cud help me and they got me a great deal on a new car low note.

Date of experience: November 26, 2019
California
1 review
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20/20 Cars Inc. Brea, Ca.
November 26, 2019

Like to report, just purchased 2007 BMW 7 series. Alex owner, gave me great service and price. Totally Satisfied with professional customer service and Car purchased. Would refer to others.

Anthony

Date of experience: November 25, 2019
Texas
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Since CarGuru finances individual sales through AutoPay, the buyer for my vehicle tried that route. AutoPay was incompetent and slow to respond. After about two weeks of fiddling, the buyer switched to his own credit union, and the deal was done in a day.

Date of experience: November 17, 2019
Virginia
1 review
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You would think using CarGurus would save all the hassle negotiating at the car dealerships. It is frustrating using CarGurus as the dealers are listing cars that are not available and they tried to mark up MSRP as much as $60k. Technology supposed to help us but your technology frustrates us! CarGurus, ask yourself WHY you have this platform in the first place!

Date of experience: November 11, 2019
Nevada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Too complicated!
November 10, 2019

Too long to process of everything from your app. Too complicated, signing is ridiculously hard! Can get value of my car!

Date of experience: November 9, 2019
California
1 review
4 helpful votes
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Bait and Switch site
November 7, 2019

Dealerships use this site to post unavailable vehicles for sale. I tried actively to find a vehicle only to find that even though they have been listed for weeks and months the vehicle was sold that morning. So frustrating to deal with bait and switch. I'm sure there are "some" reputable dealers using the site, but not worth the time and frustration.

Date of experience: November 7, 2019
Georgia
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Frustrating
November 5, 2019

Totally useless site given that they allow dealerships to advertise vehicles without a price... what good is the Price Filter and last thing I want is dealerships calling me trying to haggle a sale out of me for something that was overpriced to begin with... DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME WITH CarGurus

Date of experience: November 5, 2019
Colorado
1 review
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Forces body type, set max price no option to keep unlisted prices from showing up. Also many deals are scams. Looks like no one really selling the car, by appointment only no one answers. They should kick them off the site.

Date of experience: November 2, 2019
Missouri
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Waste of money
October 30, 2019

As a dealer I strongly recommend you to avoid such crook website. I'm telling the other dealers DO NOT BE FOOLED' by their salesman, they are just trying to rape you

Date of experience: October 30, 2019
California
1 review
4 helpful votes
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Worst advertisement
October 29, 2019

They have all fake leads they they over charge and if you pay more your car show up as a great deal not recommend to shop or do advertising with Cargurus.

Date of experience: October 29, 2019

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