Balise Volkswagen
West Warwick, RI
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I went to the dealership to find a used Jetta. Nancy was very nice and helpful. She found me a car with my needs and budget. I would recommend nancy, as well, the dealership for anyone looking for a great very nice and helpful. She found me a car with my needs and budget. I would recommend nancy, as well, the dealership for anyone looking for a great deal. More
Stay far away from this dealership. Sold us a used Volvo S60 that had a blown head gasket within 2 weeks of us purchasing it. Had to repeatedly fight with them to get it fixed. They do NOT return phone call S60 that had a blown head gasket within 2 weeks of us purchasing it. Had to repeatedly fight with them to get it fixed. They do NOT return phone calls, and make it very difficult for you to try to resolve any issue. Finally got the car in, and they made us pay 25% of the total cost even though they originally told us they would cover it 100%. Totally went back on their word. Tried to email corporate office to complain. Secretary was beyond rude, and gave us wrong email address. When I called her back to tell her it was wrong, she corrected it in a very unpleasant manner. She then forwarded the email to the people at Balise that I was having the problem with. Why would I want it forwarded to them? They had given me the run around for 2 months, and had no interest in doing the right thing. Mike K, (service manager/owner) proceeded to call my house phone and my cell phone 7 times in less than 10 minutes. When I called him back, he accused me of harrassing the secretary (the one that I had to call twice because she gave me the wrong email address). This is laughable since he was the one harrassing me calling over, and over again. Will NEVER return to this dealership, and if you value any kind of customer service, I suggest you never go there either. I have made it so that noone i know will go to Balise VW. If you really want a Volkswagon, find another, more reputable dealership. More
After selling our GTI privately we test drove several makes and models...ultimately we came back to VW for our 6th time. We wanted a new Jetta, had to be standard with a sunroof - anything else was extra makes and models...ultimately we came back to VW for our 6th time. We wanted a new Jetta, had to be standard with a sunroof - anything else was extra. No local dealers had what we wanted so we web-searched several dealers in New England, finding three that had our car. Balise had the best price and Chuck immediately had Dennis follow up with us. Within three days we had everything in writing with little haggling - the other dealers would not do that!! We traveled from northern NH to RI, 270 miles one way, met Chuck and Dennis, reviewed the offer...WITH NO SURPRISES, finalized the deal w/Stefan and in two hours drove away all smiles. More
We were still undecided on make of vehicle to best suit our needs when we called Balise & spoke to Wade Murray. Upon visiting the dealership, we found Wade to be sincere & forthright on details. When we m our needs when we called Balise & spoke to Wade Murray. Upon visiting the dealership, we found Wade to be sincere & forthright on details. When we mentioned to him we were also considering other brands, he was very diplomatic, placing no pressure or obligation upon us. We returned after investigating other opportunities to find Wade receptive & helpful with our decision to purchase a 2012 Jetta with a standard transmission. Wade shared & demonstrated information on all of the Jetta's features. He was extremely patient with our many questions and concerns. He gave us confidence that this was a correct choice. We were reassured to learn he drives a VW, too. Paperwork, etc. was explained & handled with care. We had a time issue requiring immediate delivery of a vehicle & were hopeful the online price would be honored & it was. All moved smoothly to our total satisfaction. We were told we could take the car home that night! We know if we have any technical or mechanical questions or needs, they will be handled quickly & professionally. We have learned their service personnel are on duty to meet the customer's schedule. The entire staff was friendly, helpful, & totally respectful in spite of our remaining after closing hour. We are grateful to Wade who sold "himself" through his attitude & demeanor, adding credibility to our buying a VW. We love our VW Jetta and the security of knowing that Balise will be there for us now & in the future. Any time we visit or require maintenance, we hope Wade is there. A family oriented man who understands the perspective of people like us or anyone managing the economy today. We feel welcome in the Balise community. We had a most pleasant experience and would recommend Balise & Wade to anyone. More
Gregg Florio, was my sales person when buying my vehicle. He was a great sales person and had plenty of knowledge with the cars I had in mind. His work ethic was highly exceptional and was extremely friendly He was a great sales person and had plenty of knowledge with the cars I had in mind. His work ethic was highly exceptional and was extremely friendly. I was very pleased with my price and it was a pleasure to buy a car from him! More
I started shopping for a car about two weeks before I eventually bought a VW Jetta. I stopped and almost bought a car at Scott VW but by the time I finished getting held over the coals for not financing eventually bought a VW Jetta. I stopped and almost bought a car at Scott VW but by the time I finished getting held over the coals for not financing at 6 percent interest and all the different "smog, and doc fees" I left and almost didn't want a VW anymore... My friend told me just to try Balise and I'm glad I did! I didn't get ganged up on right when I got out of my car like everywhere else. I walked in and was promptly greeted by Dennis and Justin who were so nice! Very refreshing! They seemed like they actually liked being there to help and had positive attitudes even with all my crazy questions. They had TONS of cars right there on their lot and had two of just what I was looking for! I left with the deal I said I was going to get and the car I wanted. Oh, and free maintenance! Thank you guys so much! More
I highly recommend Balise Vw for many reasons. First and foremost they gave me the best deal on my trade in . Balise had the lowest price advertised on the 4 door golf 2012 Tdi with a manual transmission. N foremost they gave me the best deal on my trade in . Balise had the lowest price advertised on the 4 door golf 2012 Tdi with a manual transmission. No other dealer was willing to go as low as they had on my out the door price, no one! I don't think it could of went any smoother with the help of my sales associate Yaris Martinez who is very friendly , non pressuring, very knowledgable, and was able to deliver me the best deal out there. I did a lot of research prior to purchasing my golf Tdi and many dealers quoted me higher to much higher numbers on my new purchase. I'm still flabbergasted as to how they made any money. Yaris also made sure that once the deal was agreed upon that he got me out the door quickly as I requested him to do so. I've owned vehicles prior to the golf Tdi and honestly I couldnt be more pleased with the golfs looks, handling, and performance while still getting awesome mpg not to mention the diesels longevity. More
the customer service was the best I've ever received at a dealer ship. Nancy was very helpfull in finding the features I was interested in. she also explained other features of interest, which I was n't awar dealer ship. Nancy was very helpfull in finding the features I was interested in. she also explained other features of interest, which I was n't aware vw had. Best experience will definitely be recommending this dealeship and Nancy to friends and family,the honesty was much appreciated. More
Gregg made the experience of buying a car painless. He is very informative and friendly. Everything went smoothly from start to finish. I am very happy with my car. Thanks Balise! very informative and friendly. Everything went smoothly from start to finish. I am very happy with my car. Thanks Balise! More
May of this year I was out shopping with my son for a new vehicle since our lease was about to end in October. My son began the process of visiting various dealerships before deciding upon Balise. From the v vehicle since our lease was about to end in October. My son began the process of visiting various dealerships before deciding upon Balise. From the very moment we walked in the door the dealership staff was friendly, courteous and professional. We never felt uncomfortable, pressured or spoken down too as we did at other dealerships that we had previously visited. Our sales rep, Mike Masciarelli, was very knowledgeable and understanding of our needs. It has been 5 months since we purchased our new GTI and I will say that we are very pleased with the purchase and service. I will definitely consider Mike Masciarelli of Balise for our future car needs as well. More