Cityside Subaru

After owning a BMW and LandRover, I was in the market for a more fuel efficient car which was completely dependable, less expensive to maintain and, living in Boston, all wheel drive. The 2009 Forester was a more fuel efficient car which was completely dependable, less expensive to maintain and, living in Boston, all wheel drive. The 2009 Forester was the obvious choice. As a physician, I am extremely busy so I did almost all of my negotiations via internet and phone with literally 7 Subaru dealerships around Boston. After multiple communications with all 7 dealers, I chose to visit Cityside in person first because Lucas came across to me as the most upfront and respectable of all the dealers. You never know what you are going to get in person and I was ready to be on the defensive as most people are walking into a car dealership but it was honestly the easiest transaction I have ever had buying a new car. This dealership was completely reasonable with negotiations involving my trade-in and they were completely true to their word with respect to the quotes given to me on-line, ie no "bate and switch" tactics. We walked in and purchased the car in less an half and hour. But the story doesn't end there.... I went to pick the new car up 2 days later. As soon as I drove it off the lot, the "AT Oil Temp" warning light went off on the dashboard. I drove right back to the dealership where Nate and Lucas took it right down to the shop. To make a long story short, without any fuss at all, they switched that car, including all the paperwork ie registration,title,etc, for a brand new car. As most people know, although this is the right and respectable thing to do, most dealerships would NOT do this without a prolonged fight. All they kept saying was "We just want you to be happy". I have already recommended this dealership to several friends. They have earned a very happy long-term customer!!!! More

After some homework on the Internet and visiting other dealerships, my son and I went to Cityside in response to our email. Lucas was professional, efficient and willing to seal a deal without the pressur dealerships, my son and I went to Cityside in response to our email. Lucas was professional, efficient and willing to seal a deal without the pressure usually felt elsewhere. It made the closing surprisingly pleasant and fast. I drove away in my new Impreza the next day ready for the next snow storm to hit the New England area. I was part of the Subaru family and did not need to fear the impact of the weather on driving conditions. What a new perspective! WOW!!! More

Mark Lidano of Cityside Subaru in Belmont, MA was fabulous. I hate buying a car due to the all the games, "deals" and general negotiations that go along with the process. As well as hidden costs and fabulous. I hate buying a car due to the all the games, "deals" and general negotiations that go along with the process. As well as hidden costs and the fact that you need to get something in writing and if someone else gives you a better price please come back and give us another chance. Mark at Cityside was straight forward, professional and gave us his best price first time with no head games. Wow, what a nice change from the other 20 dealerships I have dealt with over the past months. Obviously we made a purchase and are still very pleased with the price and experience. Cheers! Douglas Goff More

Buying a car at Cityside Subaru of Belmont, MA was an excellent experience and I highly recommend this dealership to anyone considering a Subaru. From the first visit to browse the selection of Foresters excellent experience and I highly recommend this dealership to anyone considering a Subaru. From the first visit to browse the selection of Foresters to the final visit to drive away in our new car, the atmosphere and staff were friendly and helpful, the usually complicated process of purchasing a new vehicle was made simple and easy to navigate and above all the new Subaru we bought, a 2009 Forester, is a great addition and we look forward to driving this car for many years to come. Our salesman, Mark Lidano, was a pleasure to work with. He never pressured us into any agreement but rather walked us through the process and explained every step as we bought the car. After the purchase was complete and we were about to drive our new Forester home, Mark explained all the components of the vehicle and made sure we were comfortable with it. He assured us the entire Cityside staff would be available should we have any questions or concerns once we brought the Forester home. We even received a follow-up phone the next day from Mark because he wanted to check in on how the car was running. In conclusion, we highly recommend Cityside Subaru of Belmont, MA for the purchase of your next vehicle; ask for Mark Lidano, he's the best. More

Great people, no pressure. Reasonable deal accomplished in less than an hour. They followed up and made sure we are happy. Did not try to push unnecessary upgrades. Good orientation to the new car and its in less than an hour. They followed up and made sure we are happy. Did not try to push unnecessary upgrades. Good orientation to the new car and its features. I went there because of the feedback I saw on this site. Strongly recommend them. More

The whole experience of buying a new Subaru Forester went very smoothly. CitySide Subaru found us the car that we wanted and did a good job installing the accessories. Mark Lidano, our salesman, was extrem very smoothly. CitySide Subaru found us the car that we wanted and did a good job installing the accessories. Mark Lidano, our salesman, was extremely helpful. He explained different aspects of the car to us, answered our questions, and followed up. Other staff members at the dealership were friendly and did an excellent job. The buying experience was low pressure. We got a car that we really like at a good price. More

Great experience - no hard sell. I was able to complete most of the paperwork via phone and pick my car up the next day. During my car search, Mark was by far the best salesperson I worked with. Would re most of the paperwork via phone and pick my car up the next day. During my car search, Mark was by far the best salesperson I worked with. Would recommend Mark and CitySide to anyone in the market for a new vehicle. More

Overall great experience with Mark. He gave us bar none the best price of any dealership in a manner that wasn't pushy or overwhelming. Mark is an honest guy who has continued to grow the relationship. Whe the best price of any dealership in a manner that wasn't pushy or overwhelming. Mark is an honest guy who has continued to grow the relationship. Whether it is checking in periodically to see how things are going or just being available when I or my wife have a question, Mark continues to be there. Your are getting a great, reliable car and just as reliable service. Very impressed. More

I have purchased 3 cars from Cityside Subaru, two from Mark Lindano. Further, I have gotten my cars serviced at Cityside. I am very satisfied with my experience. The sales force and service department ar Mark Lindano. Further, I have gotten my cars serviced at Cityside. I am very satisfied with my experience. The sales force and service department are cordial, welcoming, easy to talk to, and very helpful. They do not apply the hard sell, discussed the options for each car, and worked hard to get me our car as soon as possible. I plan on going back when I need my next car. More

I have purchased my last two Subarus from CitySide and My wife also purchased hers a CitySide. We both get our vehicles serviced there regularly. The staff is very friendly. The prices are fair. The service wife also purchased hers a CitySide. We both get our vehicles serviced there regularly. The staff is very friendly. The prices are fair. The service is excellent. There are other dealers in my area, but so far CitySide has been an excellent place to do business. More