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Cape Cod Carz

Hyannis, MA

4.8
201 Reviews
Cape Cod Carz is a family owned and operated used car dealership located in historic Hyannis MA. We have been selling quality pre-owned vehicles on Cape Cod and all over New England for over 40 years. You can check out our reviews on google and dealerrater.com. We have the best quality used cars on Cape Cod...ask anyone!
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153 Corporation Rd

Hyannis, MA

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March 30, 2025

🚨 WARNING: Deceptive Sales Practices at Cape Cod Carz 🚨 DO NOT buy from Richard Gravena or Cape Cod Carz without extreme caution. If you’re considering a purchase, get the vehicle inspected by an indep More

by weslaney
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Richard Gravina
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Mar 31, 2025 -

Cape Cod Carz responded

Hello Mr Laney, The following response is the same to all of your negative reviews on different platforms. So yes, you can expect the same response. In response to your claim. First your point to have a vehicle inspected by an independent party prior to purchase is good for both sides of the transaction. It provides added transparency and accountability and we will never discourage it. We often times coordinate the delivery of the vehicle to our customers choice of garage. Secondly the laws that are in place in regards to used vehicle sales in Massachusetts are there to protect the consumer and yet also to protect the dealer against exaggerated claims or unrealistic expectations which in this case it was found we have both. Your 14 year old tundra passed and had documented an independent Massachusetts state safety and emissions inspection prior to delivery. we guaranteed the drivetrain and safety for 30 days in this case. We did not agree with your estimation that the truck would rot out in 3 years. Even if that were true it is not our responsibility to ensure condition of the truck after 3 years. Also you sent an estimate for $8000. worth of work to try and make your used truck a new truck. We never agreed to do that or implied that we would once you took delivery. Every used vehicle we have has some degree of surface rust. Your truck was no exception. We believe your expectations were unrealistic in regards to rust. It also had a preventive undercoating applied by previous ownership. We had it pre inspected when we purchased it and found it not to be applied to cover rot as you claim. We do not claim your frame on your truck is like new. We did in fact offer you a settlement amount out of good faith to address your concerns. You straight out declined our offer. We suggested years ago that if you are unhappy with your truck then you could sell it and use the money we offered you to offset your “projected” loss. Even years later I am still willing to offer you the same settlement amount if it would satisfy you. Unfortunately I don’t think it will. Our reputation is everything and your review reads quite damnimg. Fortunately this forum allows for a response so the public can decide what type of dealer we are. Good luck Mr Laney. Sincerely Richard Gravina Owner/ Operator

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Mar 31, 2025 -

weslaney responded

🚨 WARNING: Richard Gravena & Cape Cod Carz Are Masters of Deception 🚨 Richard’s response is nothing more than a carefully crafted excuse to dodge responsibility. Let’s break down his misleading claims one by one and expose the truth. 1️⃣ "You should have had it inspected before purchase." 🔹 Richard knew I was buying remotely and assured me in writing that the truck was in 'like new' condition with no rust. That was a lie. 🔹 He never encouraged me to get an independent inspection before purchase—because he knew it would expose the truck’s severe issues. 2️⃣ "Your expectations were unrealistic." 🔹 FALSE. I expected the truck to match Richard’s explicit claims—"like new" and "no rust." It didn’t. 🔹 This wasn’t a case of minor wear and tear. A Toyota dealership confirmed the truck was structurally compromised and would fail within three years. 3️⃣ "The truck passed a Massachusetts safety and emissions inspection." 🔹 That means NOTHING when it comes to hidden structural damage. 🔹 Passing a state safety check does not magically erase a cracked frame, patch-welded bed, and concealed rust. 4️⃣ "All vehicles have some rust." 🔹 Sure—but that’s not what Richard told me before the sale. He explicitly stated the truck had NO rust. 🔹 The truck was fully undercoated to hide structural issues—a common dealer trick. 5️⃣ "We offered a settlement in good faith." 🔹 FALSE. Richard’s so-called “settlement” was a lowball hush money attempt—a fraction of the repair costs. 🔹 I have not seen a single dime from Richard. If he can ship me a truck, he can mail me a check. 🔹 His goal was not to “make things right,” but to make me go away. 6️⃣ "Sell the truck and move on." 🔹 Why should I have to eat the loss from Richard’s deception? 🔹 Instead of standing behind his sale, he’s telling me to pass the problem onto another unsuspecting buyer. That tells you everything about his ethics. 🚨 Final Warning to Potential Buyers 🚨 Richard Gravena and Cape Cod Carz cannot be trusted. His response is a masterclass in gaslighting and avoiding accountability. 💥 If you buy from Cape Cod Carz, assume everything Richard says is a lie. 💥 Get everything in writing and have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase. 💥 Better yet, take your business to a dealership that actually stands behind their sales.

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March 22, 2025

Very satisfied with my purchasing experience. Caring and efficient staff highly recommend Cape Cod Carz. More

by evaalessandra
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Richard Gravina
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Fabiola Oliveira
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Joe Garcia
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Kristina Thimme
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Other Employees : Victoria
Mar 31, 2025 -

Cape Cod Carz responded

Thank you so much Eva and Dominic! It was such a pleasure working with you and we are happy we could help find you the perfect vehicle. We look forward to helping in the future for your next vehicle needs

March 19, 2025

just purchased 2nd vehicle from Carz. Another good experience. Will ABSOLUTELY recommend to anyone looking for a used car!! Thank you for taking good care of us! More

by gdow99
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Victoria Mathi
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Kristina Thimme
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Mar 31, 2025 -

Cape Cod Carz responded

Thank you! We truly appreciate you guys coming back to us. Hopefully you won't be needing another for a bit but we are here to help when the time comes! Thank you so much for your business :)

January 31, 2025

Excellent, friendly staff. Victoria made the process easy and pleasant. Great staff, great vehicles, great price. More

by prophy30
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Victoria Mathi
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December 27, 2024

The salespeople were friendly and helpful. The service was very efficient and professional. It was the best car buying experience we ever had. More

by 22ponder
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Victoria Mathi
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November 22, 2024

It was a good experience and everyone that I dealt with was professional. A special thanks to Matt for his patience with dealing with my persistent push back. Also thank you to Kristina for her help in com More

by Dave
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Kristina Thimme
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November 02, 2024

Friendly, professional, efficient and answered all of my million questions. Very pleased with experience and car. Highly recommended. More

by Andy
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Victoria
Nov 26, 2024 -

Cape Cod Carz responded

Thank you so much Andy! It was a pleasure working with you and we are happy we could earn your business! Look forward to working with you for your next purchase!

October 29, 2024

Cape Cod Carz has shattered the perception that working with a "used car" dealer is a painful situation . True be told, this was the best car buying experience I have ever had, new or used. Rick and Victor More

by Jim Treese
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Richard Gravina
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Victoria Mathi
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October 28, 2024

Do not buy from this place, sold me a truck that wouldn't pass inspection. I was told that the warranty would cover anything it needed to pass inspection and drivetrain. When I called them to ask about it, More

by AllenWright66
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Richard Gravina
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Kristina Thimme
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Oct 29, 2024 -

Cape Cod Carz responded

Hello, I’m assuming you were the gentleman that spoke to Gaetano earlier today. We have never met although you tagged me in your review. We absolutely guarantee state inspection. What we don’t do is blindly approve repair work to be done at another garage. Your warranty is with us and we will absolutely stand behind it if there is a problem preventing state inspection. We did in fact perform a pre-inspection on the truck before putting the truck up for sale and we have the right to reinspect and warranty if necessary. I would also be willing to contact the State inspector himself on your behalf to perform the state inspection to rule out any mistrust by your mechanic or ours. We do what we say we are going to do and my name and reputation speaks for itself. The ball is now in your court. If you want a solution then take the review down, bring the truck in to be looked at like your contract states is the next course of action. Hope to come to a resolution and meet you in person. Regards Rick Gravina Owner

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Oct 29, 2024 -

AllenWright66 responded

Well you're guarantee is worthless, I have taken the truck to two state inspection sites, as well as a long time friend and trusted mechanic, they all say the same thing. Your guys tried to patch a manifold leak with bondo, and cover up rust with touch up paint, i wouldnt trust you guys to change a hub cap. You're hostile attitude is completely unprofessional. Again to anyone reading this, DO NOT BUY from Cape Cod Carz, there are plenty of other reputable dealers in Hyannis.

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Oct 29, 2024 -

Cape Cod Carz responded

Update,, as of 10/29/2025 public records show no failed inspection report for your vehicle. Last passed test was May 2024. Now you risk voiding your lemon law warranty by not having the vehicle inspected within 7 days of purchase. And you say we can’t be trusted? When your done playing this game bring the vehicle in for a SOLUTION! Or leave the review up and let the public decide who’s in the wrong here.

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October 23, 2024

Victoria and Rick were great , all my questions were answered almost before I asked them . I pointed out that the front tires on the vehicle seemed pretty worn ; bam , new tires . All the paperwork was More

by russ
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Richard Gravina
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Victoria Mathi
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Oct 29, 2024 -

Cape Cod Carz responded

Thank you Russ! We are happy we could answer all your questions and help eleviate any concerns you had! We truly appreciate your business and look forward to working with you in the future if you find yourself in the market again

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