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Fair Reviews Summary

Fair has a rating of 2.8 stars from 848 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers dissatisfied with Fair most frequently mention phone number, worst experience and credit check. Fair ranks 66th among Autos sites.

service
5
value
5
shipping
2
returns
2
quality
4

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Eric N.
California
1 review
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Rates
October 5, 2018

The rate increase by $30 once you sign. These prices should be more accurate.

Date of experience: September 22, 2020
Betty I.
California
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I downloaded the app it looked super interesting but not enough info for me to submit personal info right off the back. I love the concept of the business but need more info. Making monthly payments will i own the car at some point? Or am i renting? Also noticed wayyy to many negative issues with customer service and therefore making me change my mind altogether. If i see fair get it together in a few years maybe i will revisit the idea but in the meantime i pass.

Date of experience: September 22, 2020
Barbara H.
California
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Only works for financed vehicles. No option for vehicles that will be paid in full.

Date of experience: September 22, 2020
Charles V.
California
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I don't approve but
October 7, 2018

My daughter had been denied and denied she has kids with autism Is the prices ridiculous YES is this a rip off YES but when your a parent with disabled kids can't get a car & have to keep transportation because your kids are disabled you get a car by any means & this is a any means necessary app. Fair get people driving when they can't get financing. For some people they will pay that extra just to have a vehicle. I made this review because I see people downing the app. For low income parents fair is a choice are they paying ridiculous amounts YES is the contracts shady YES but when you ain't got nothing & you need transportation now you take what you can get now & deal with the horror later. IF YOU NEED A CAR TRY THE APP I never know if I myself will have to use this app one day. It's better than riding the bus next to a stinking person. Pay the high fee that's the cost of bad credit don't get bad credit & you won't need FAIR

Date of experience: September 22, 2020
Thomas G.
California
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I downloaded the app this morning. Verified my information and was able to be approved within 1 1/2 hrs. The only possible downside

Date of experience: September 22, 2020
Carol N.
California
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To customer service. Here's why: I've experienced a few snags over my now 3 months with FAIR. I've used the chats quite frequently in attempts to resolve my troubles. One of the bigger issues with chat is the time it takes for someone to get on with you. One day I was put in touch (by an outside source I must admit: who said all the while making sure I was utilizing the FAIR chat during our problem solving: keeping it all on the table. He took positive effective steps using professional yet kind and considerate verbiage whenever he spoke with me over the phone and in text. Yes he allowed me his personal cell # so that if I felt the need to reach out to him he wasn't invisible. That's one of his above & beyond measures I truly appreciate. I'm left with a deep sense that Matt has moved mountains for this client of FAIR's. In final words I tell you this: if it weren't for Matt Dowley I would've stopped dealing with FAIR quite some time ago; walking out with an extremely bitter taste in my mouth and some choice words for a FAIR review. It would've been deserved. Matthew Dowley truly made that not happen. A semi-new company in all fairness has a few glitches to iron out - best of luck -with Matt on the team

Date of experience: September 22, 2020
Eric Y.
California
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Very happy with the apps ease of use. Much better than Swapalease or leasetrader. Good selection of cars and great service.

Date of experience: September 22, 2020
Paul H.
California
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Locations
October 16, 2018

Will you ever be coming to Nevada? I think this app is awesome just wish cars were available.

Date of experience: September 22, 2020
Maria S.
California
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Best app ever!
October 29, 2018

So simple and convenient! Decent prices! Very obtainable!

Date of experience: September 22, 2020
Virginia S.
California
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The Worst
October 25, 2018

The worst customer service. They won't even get back with me to accept my money lol smh I have contacted them 4x and they send you through a automatic loop with a chat person who can't help and a email that never responds. Lord help whoever has a real issue with these guys with a car smh

Date of experience: September 22, 2020
Bill X.
California
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Not in my area.
October 28, 2018

So I was on Facebook and seen the app and it didn't give me any information on where any places are. Then I continued to sign up using my state ID and it then told me I have none in my state. One of the questions on the sign up before I take the picture of my ID and agree to have u guys go through my credit is the state I am in so

Date of experience: September 22, 2020
Adam T.
California
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For Lisa
October 25, 2018

She was treat and very polite. She gave the most of any associate i spoke to. Very helpful and did i say polite lol and the service was A1

Date of experience: September 22, 2020
Charles T.
California
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Exceeded my expectations
November 1, 2018

This is a whole new innovative approach to car buying experience. It takes all of the hassle and high pressure salesman out of the picture. This is awesome!

Date of experience: September 22, 2020
Janet J.
California
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License photo
October 29, 2018

Getting my phone number is intrusive enough but then it requested a photo of my license... I'll stick with true car or just haggle in person then giving up my identity.

Date of experience: September 22, 2020
Daniel B.
California
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Thank you!
November 1, 2018

You guys made it easy for me to rent a car... thank you!

Date of experience: September 22, 2020
Stephen U.
California
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Unable to see cars inside app unless you are verified. It was redirected to a website in the browser and there is an option to view details in app again. Is the app not completely built? Not satisfied. Uninstalling now?

Date of experience: September 22, 2020
Dave X.
California
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Bottom line it is the best automotive shopping experience of my life! I went on the Fair app but unfortunately the car sold in the meantime. Snooze you loose. Then I selected another car and I was told that same day it was available. I didn't want this one to slip thru my fingers too. So I went thru with the Fair paperwork and my start payment immediately. By the way if I don't use all of the *******miles/yr I chose they give me some money back! Didn't get that on my previous new car lease. The next day my appointment was set and I picked up my Fair car! It was as pictured. It was in great condition. Of course it's a pre-owned vehicle and wasn't perfect but still in great shape. I was at the dealership for 15 minutes. Yes

Date of experience: September 22, 2020
Diane G.
California
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Life saver
November 9, 2018

I had my cat stolen and within two days I had a new car including insurance through this app... they even called an Uber to bring me to the vehicle. Truthfully was easier than any process I've ever been through and I am driving my dream brand- JEEP! Truly thankful

Date of experience: September 22, 2020
Virginia U.
California
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Poor customer service
November 2, 2018

I've tried fair for a few months and the car rates are insane. They will do nothing to work with you or meet you half way even after speaking with a manager. They just tell you to return and get something else. I had to wait 3 hours to speak with a manager for him just to copy and paste the exact same thing the rep said. Very frustrated with this app and will probably return my car soon and delete this crappy app.

Date of experience: September 22, 2020
John B.
California
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Limited Locations
November 3, 2018

Would love to do this. It seems like nobody has anything going for Wyoming though.

Date of experience: September 22, 2020

From the business

Fair is a new way to get a used car that lets you lease a pre-owned vehicle completely digitally – and for as long as you want. Use your phone or the web to shop cars with monthly payments that fit your budget, get approved in-app, sign for the one you want with your finger, then drive it month-to-month for ultimate flexibility, or on a 2-year or 3-year lease if you want the best value.


fair.com
Santa Monica, California, United States