CarMax
Colonie, NY
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I had the vehicle I was interested in shipped from Pennsylvania and it took less time to arrive at the dealership than expected. After test driving the vehicle I said I wanted to buy it. I never expec Pennsylvania and it took less time to arrive at the dealership than expected. After test driving the vehicle I said I wanted to buy it. I never expected that I would be able to get the vehicle and drive it home the same day! The sales people were all very friendly and accommodating! I would highly recommend this dealership! More
Buying a car here is stress free and comparatively easy. Every step was thoroughly explained and executed pretty much seamlessly. I loved the fact that there was no haggling over price. We traded in our old Every step was thoroughly explained and executed pretty much seamlessly. I loved the fact that there was no haggling over price. We traded in our old car and the too was a nearly seamless experience. The staff, especially Jordan were friendly, courteous and professional. I would without hesitation buy again from this dealership. More
My experience with CarMax was mixed. The salesperson and manager at the Albany location were excellent. When the truck arrived from Virginia Beach with the check-engine light on, the Alb The salesperson and manager at the Albany location were excellent. When the truck arrived from Virginia Beach with the check-engine light on, the Albany team immediately had the truck inspected by a GMC mechanic. The manager personally followed up with me and has been professional, responsive, and genuinely helpful throughout the process. I appreciate the effort he has made to resolve problems that were not of his making. Unfortunately, the problems originated with CarMax's centralized system and inaccurate vehicle information. Before shipping the truck, I specifically called to confirm that it had an integrated trailer brake controller, could tow 10,800 lbs., and had no bad odors. I first spoke with the AI assistant and was then transferred to a representative who confirmed all three. None of that turned out to be correct. The truck is actually rated for 8,500 lbs. and does not have the integrated brake controller—the two features that were important to why I purchased the truck. The website also listed the incorrect towing capacity. What made the experience particularly frustrating was that I could not speak directly with the CarMax location where the truck was located or where it came from. I repeatedly had to go through the centralized call center, where representatives asked for my information but often could not answer technical questions about the vehicle and, in this case, provided incorrect information. Even after purchasing the truck, I couldn't simply call the originating store to resolve questions about it. The Albany team has done a good job trying to make things right, including an immediate refund on my shipping fees and agreeing to pay for an aftermarket brake controller. However, the inaccurate information and difficulty communicating with knowledgeable people added significant time, expense, and frustration to what should have been a straightforward purchase. Bottom line: I had a very good experience with the Albany CarMax manager and staff, but a frustrating experience with CarMax's centralized customer-service system and inaccurate vehicle information. I would encourage CarMax to improve the accuracy of its listings and give customers a way to speak directly with knowledgeable staff at the stores handling their vehicles. More
I've purchased four vehicles from CarMax, and every experience has been consistently professional, straightforward, and efficient. What keeps me coming back is their no-pressure, no-nonsense buying pro experience has been consistently professional, straightforward, and efficient. What keeps me coming back is their no-pressure, no-nonsense buying process. There's no haggling or games, just a transparent experience from start to finish. I also appreciate the peace of mind that comes with their 90-day limited warranty and the excellent extended warranty options. It's clear that CarMax stands behind the vehicles they sell, which gives me confidence long after I drive off the lot. Buying a car can often be stressful, but CarMax has made it easy every time. I can't say enough positive things about the company, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for a quality used vehicle and an honest, hassle-free buying experience. More
The dealership appeared very efficient . The salesman was knowledgeable and personable. I was able to purchase the car I selected which was shipped from another location. The Internet coord The salesman was knowledgeable and personable. I was able to purchase the car I selected which was shipped from another location. The Internet coordinator was helpful as well. I would definitely recommend this dealership. More

