Brandon Honda

I didn't care for the pushy sales tactics at Kuhn Honda or the grossly inflated prices at Tampa Hondaland so I gave Brandon Honda a try after reading very favorable reviews about them on Google. The extra or the grossly inflated prices at Tampa Hondaland so I gave Brandon Honda a try after reading very favorable reviews about them on Google. The extra distance we travelled to get to Brandon Honda was worth it for their powertrain warranties alone (lifetime for new, 100K mi for used). Tim Flaherty was a pleasure to deal with. Very friendly, courteous and real. No pushy sales tactics whatsoever. Tim dealt with us more like a broker than a salesman. He gave us what we wanted, not what he could convince us to buy. We were still at the dealership two hours after it had officially closed for the night, mulling over our options, but were never rushed -- by Tim or Cris, who was also a pleasure to deal with. Both were courteous throughout, explained every detail to us and did everything they could to make sure we were comfortable with our purchase. I would definitely recommend Brandon Honda and Tim Flaherty if you are on the market for a new or pre-owned Honda. More

I moved here in Jul 2009 and needed a reputable dealer to service my 2008 Honda Civic. My relative had a Honda Odessy and told me about this wonderful person at Brandon Honda and he was right. That person service my 2008 Honda Civic. My relative had a Honda Odessy and told me about this wonderful person at Brandon Honda and he was right. That person is Mary Kress. She has always been friendly, helpful, and worked with me when scheduling appointments. Even more important, there have been times that different warning lights have come on and she told me to bring the car right in and took the time to explain to me what the mechanics found and did. I will continue to call Mary for servicing on my 2012 Honda Fit that I purchased April 2012. More

I only came in to get the 45K servicing done on my 2008 Honda Civic but left driving a 2012 Honda Sport Fit. The sales department experience was as pleasant, positive, and outstanding as the service I hav Honda Civic but left driving a 2012 Honda Sport Fit. The sales department experience was as pleasant, positive, and outstanding as the service I have received since bringing my car there since Jul 2009 when I moved from Indiana. Tony was very knowledgable about the vehicle, didn't pressure to me to purchase the vehicle, helped set up an appointment to have an aftermarket product installed, and has continued to take the time to answer my questions with a very personable and positive attiutde. Chris was very upbeat, pleasant, flexible when I requested changes to the initial paperwork he presented to me, and didn't try to talk me into buying a higher price vehicle because of my credit score. Sam was very professional, thorough,and had alot of paperwork for me to sign. Sam has continued to be professional and positive even though I have made several adjustments to the original purchase agreement. The overall experience was great - I even got an IPAD2 but I was disappointed with the amount I was given for my trade-in. More

We called Brandon Honda about an add we saw on TV. We spoke with Tim Flaherty, and set up an appointment to see him the following day to look at the vehicle. Tim is personable, affable and very professi spoke with Tim Flaherty, and set up an appointment to see him the following day to look at the vehicle. Tim is personable, affable and very professional. He showed us the vehicle and we discussed features and price. Although we could not agree on a price that day we continued to discuss price and options with Tim and Chris Aviso. Eventually we agreed on a price. We went back to the dealership on April 25th and test drove the Honda Odyssey, and purchased the vehicle. Tim and Chris were both very helpful and made the buying experience worth the effort. Ryan Aquino finalized our paperwork in a most professional manner. Many thanks to Tim, Chris and Ryan for all your work. I will recommend Tim,Chris and Brandon Honda to anyone who is looking for a new vehicle. When I am ready to trade in my Honda Pilot I will return to Brandon Honda and have Tim assist me in purchasing a new vehicle. Sincerely, Howard and Sandra Hunt More

My experience with Brandon Honda was both REALLY GOOD and REALLY BAD. I was called off of a call list when my lease came close to renewal. When I discovered that a new Element was not an option (would REALLY BAD. I was called off of a call list when my lease came close to renewal. When I discovered that a new Element was not an option (would have been my third) to lease I was very specific with Larry LeRose on what I needed to purchase or lease (vehicle interior space is important for my line of work). He assured me that he understood my needs and would do everything in his power to help me. Because of this assurance and our multiple conversations I traveled over an hour to Brandon Honda (I moved out of the neighborhood) only to find that Mr. LeRose had no recall about my specific needs and while I was assured the interior space of the CRV would match the space of the Element, it clearly did not. And, I payed for 60,000 miles on my lease and only used 30,000...if I continue being a customer, shouldn't their be some compensation for that? After hours of wasted time on your lot I was finally informed that Honda had cut me a deal and done me a favor (since I was an eight year customer without a missed payment) and had approved me for a van purchase at somewhere around $580/month. WHAT?? I specifically said, I have paid $330 for eight years and know I can handle this payment. Only show me options that fit that criterion. Otherwise, I will simply by my Element when my lease ends. They sent me on my way that day telling me that they would run every option. I received a call from Mr. LeRose asking me to be patient that they were working on it and if I had any questions I could call Shawn Visconte directly. After a reasonable wait period I did call Mr. Visconte and left two messages...and never received a return phone call. Because my lease end was getting nearer I again called Mr. LeRose for an update where I was flippantly informed I had to come back down and resign all the paperwork because the time limit had expired. The time limit expired because they didn't listen to my needs and then they dragged their feet. At this time, I had no intention of purchasing the Element or any car ever again from Brandon Honda...then Sonny Mendoza called. This very friendly personality listened to what I had to say and found me options. I decided to buy the Element after all as it was the only way to recoup any equity in the vehicle. In order to get the deal done with Brandon Honda, Sonny informed me I could reapply for credit online, that I didn't have to drive there to do that. He also offered to bring me the paperwork to get the deal done. He then informed me about the Certification Process and since the car had to be checked out by dealers, brought me a loaner car and took care of the Certification for Me. I was then contacted by Ryan (I hope that is his name), who took the time to explain every detail to me...and not tell me like I was a three year old asking stupid questions. He also helped me understand the additional Bumper-to-Bumper certification which I decided to add. Sonny did exactly as he promised. He only called me with "bad news" once. He told me that he needed to keep the car a bit longer because they wanted to put new tires on it for me (which was great, because honestly the original tires weren't good on day one!). So cudos to Sonny and Ryan at Brandon Honda. I understand there is a new owner at this location and I say to you Sir, hire more people like Sonny and Ryan. The only reason you got my business with this sale and perhaps even saved a future customer opportunity was because of their personal efforts and I hope that any rewards from this sale are appropriately directed to them. Yvonne DeBandi More

Don was exceptionally friendly an made the entire process as quick and easyvas possible. This was honestly the fastest time I have ever had ro complete a transaction at ANY dealership. Sean also made sure we as quick and easyvas possible. This was honestly the fastest time I have ever had ro complete a transaction at ANY dealership. Sean also made sure we got wverything we needed as fat as payments and cost! More

Came to Brandon Honda to purchase or lease a Honda Civic. Larry LaRose was my sales person, he was very friendly and knowledgable about his product and was able to meet all my needs and expectations. Hector Larry LaRose was my sales person, he was very friendly and knowledgable about his product and was able to meet all my needs and expectations. Hector Nieves, one of the managers, was really great in helping get to the bottom line and putting a lease deal together. I was very impressed with the ease of doing business and how courteous and professional everyone was. Last but no least, I would like to praise the Dealership for having exceptional staff and great added protection packages, such as, DuPont paint protection, US Key replacement, Lifetime Warranty and more. Overall, this was the best experience I have had when purchasing/leasing a vehicle. Thank you! Your newest and most loyal customer!!! Marcia More

Just came home with my new 2010 Nissan Sentry and I am ecstatic. Today was a great day I mean who doesn't like getting their first car? But besides the fact that I have my first car I am also happy with t ecstatic. Today was a great day I mean who doesn't like getting their first car? But besides the fact that I have my first car I am also happy with the service that I received. Mr.Castro was very helpful, as soon as we had arrived he was already there to help us and show us what deals they had. After we found the car we were interested in he was also very helpful and patient with the paperwork. Whenever we would ask a question he answered it thoroughly and was straight to the point but was also very friendly while doing so. All in all I not only received a great car but also excellent service and I would think anyone else that was assisted by him would think the same. More

Working with this dealership was the best experience I ever had! Not only was everyone friendly, courteous, and patient but they helped me through every step of getting a new vehicle for the first time in ever had! Not only was everyone friendly, courteous, and patient but they helped me through every step of getting a new vehicle for the first time in my life. Larry Larose was very kind over the phone and made sure that I was taken care of from the very beginning. Even Sam Raabe from finance was patient, honest, and probably one of the funniest people you can talk to. I had an awful headache when I came through the door but by the time I left I was carefree happy and 100% satisfied with working Brandon Honda. More

I leased a Honda Civic three years ago and came back in I leased a Honda Civic three years ago and came back in to lease another one.I knew my fico score was not as it was three years ago and was thinking I leased a Honda Civic three years ago and came back in to lease another one.I knew my fico score was not as it was three years ago and was thinking of extending my lease for six months and improve my score in that time period.I first met with Jerry and he was very nice and not pushy.I do not like any pushy salespeople.I test drove a 2012 Civic and I loved it.I was told I couldnt lease and I was very upset.This was not Jerrys doing.Finance dept.said no.I knew I had an excellent payment history with Honda Finance.I called Honda the next day to extend my lease and I would work on improving my score and try again in six months.The next day,Chris Aviso called and was very upbeat and said he would get me into a new lease on Wed.I didnt believe him at first but he called me back and said John Marazzi called Honda Finance himself and explained that I am a repeat customer and good customer.I came in Wed.evening and still couldnt believe that I was rolling into a new 2012 Honda Civic.Hassan who was very professional and nice,did all of the paperwork in a timely manner and made me feel very comfortable during tge whole process.Chris checked on me to see how I was and made me feel so welcomed.Its very rare these days to find people who are real.I also had tghe pleasure of meeting Jennifer who did all of my paperwork.We chatted for a few minutes and its obvious that the staff here works as a team and have good spirit.Thankyou to everyone who made this happen for me.I will be back in three years for another lease.I have my eyes on the Accord. More