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First Team Kia

2.9 (40 reviews)
Closed • 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

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J David H.

Unfortunately a poor experience and a big waste of my time to drive so far to look at a car that supposedly had never been in an accident. The car in question that I drove 45 minutes and had to pay tolls had a clean car report. However upon looking it over it had peeling paint on the door, a back panel also evident that paint had been applied after factory. The surprise was a big chunk out of the bumper that was filled in with like silver nail polish. Come on! Then on trade they offer $500 when it's worth $2k. They call back and offer $2k if I'm still interested. Salesman fine, manager fine...person who followed up annoying because I told them I had purchased another car. Misrepresenting the car is a crime. I would never return or recommend.

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6 months ago

I had a very good time and Roy was very helpful. I would tell my friends to check out first team KIA.

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They've had my daughters car for over 3 weeks and no one is returning her calls. They have a terrible service department

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3 years ago

First time customer. Excellent service and work. Not the closest KIA dealer. However, much more highly rated.

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7 years ago

Don't buy from here!!!! They are scammers. They add a bunch of unnecessary fees. $700 really to file paperwork m?

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9 years ago

Just thinking back, I was too generous with 2 stars. They failed on THREE separate diagnostic/repair issues. They're incompetent, avoid...

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9 years ago

Great service. The guy at the service desk was wonderful!! Nice waiting area too, especially when you have to bring a toddler with you.

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We have purchased new from the First Team Subaru Suffolk dealership (1) a 2024 Ascent Touring with…read moreturbo engine (10/14/24); and (2) 2026 Outback Touring XT with turbo engine. We are enjoying both vehicles. The dealership owner, Ashton Lewis, Senior and the dealership team are great to deal with. They are performing all the routine maintenance work on both vehicles. Highly recommend doing business with this dealership.

Before I moved out of state in May, I took my Subaru to First Team Subaru in Suffolk to get an oil…read morechange and tire rotation before the road trip. One of the mechanics suggested that I get new front brake pads. He said I would have to pay around $1,200 out of pocket for it. I asked if it was safe to drive. He said yes, but suggested I definitely get new front brake pads at my next oil change. This morning I went to a new Subaru dealership by my new house (I moved to New England). I explained about the front brake pads. The guy said, "Oh yeah, we'll check it out. If they need to be replaced, it will be at no charge to you because of your warranty." When I asked about the warranty, he said he could pull it up under my VIN. Anything brake related is covered by Subaru until 150,000 miles for my car. I told him that in Virginia, they informed me that I would have to pay out of pocket and didn't say anything about a warranty. He looked genuinely confused that they would make me pay. I wasn't confused. I suspected First Team was being shady about certain things. This just confirmed it. And I'm glad I waited until I got up here to get everything replaced. They had to replace the front brake pads and front rotors which was $1,600, but all covered under my warranty. If you drive a Subaru and go to First Team, make sure you're paying extra attention to your warranty.

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It is 2:18 pm and my vehicle is still sitting in the parking lot - My appt was at 1:00…read more When I ask about it all I'm told is they'll get to it. I asked about the expectations for a 1:00 appt. The gentlemen tells me that just means I'm ahead of the walk ins. They overbook and are not forth coming about details. I'm sitting here listening as they tell person after person who walk up to check "1-1.5 hours." This is unacceptable. If I'm making an appointment, it's just that - an appointment, NOT a time to come an get in line for hours.

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Bit of a long review. But bottom line up front, this was an excellent purchase experience from top…read moreto bottom. Derick is an excellent guest relations manager and he took me for a few test drives first thing in the morning. I told him exactly what I was looking for and what it'd take to make a deal and he worked with me to make it happen. Randy the GM was excellent as well and worked with Derick to ensure a smooth process. Stephen the manager for paperwork and financing made the process very smooth and Zach helped out with setup of the systems and explained everything well. My reason for coming here out of all the Toyota dealerships in Hampton Roads was based on my previous excellent experience at First Team Subaru, and First Teams lifetime oil change and warranty. I told Derick and Randy I'd previously had the best car buying experience in my life at First Team Subaru, so I figured that'd be what I'd get here, and I definitely got the same if not better treatment here at First Teams lifetime Toyota!

Read the fine print! First team claims to have "lifetime…read moreoil changes" what they won't tell you at signing is that getting your oil changed at no cost after Toyota care has expired is contingent upon doing all other maintenance required at the time of service. So if you're at 30k miles and you pop in for your "complimentary oil change" be prepared to pay upwards of 300 dollars just for a tire rotation cabin air filter and engine air filter. Extremely marked up prices even by dealership standards.

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Exceptional Service from Sam Pedraza and First Team Honda!!!…read more I recently brought my 2018 Honda Accord to First Team Honda after it suddenly began jerking while driving, lost power, and displayed a flashing check engine light. What could have been a very stressful and expensive experience turned into one of the best customer service experiences I have ever had thanks to Sam Pedraza and the service team at First Team Honda. From the moment I arrived, Sam listened carefully to my concerns, documented the symptoms, and ensured the vehicle was thoroughly diagnosed. The technicians performed extensive testing and discovered that coolant was leaking into cylinders 3 and 4 due to a failed head gasket. They conducted pressure and leak-down tests to accurately identify the problem before recommending repairs. What impressed me most was Sam's communication throughout the process. He personally called to explain the diagnosis, outlined the repair plan, discussed the expected timeline, and kept me informed every step of the way. His professionalism, attention to detail, and willingness to answer questions gave me complete confidence that my vehicle was in good hands. The repair itself was substantial. The dealership replaced the cylinder head gasket and numerous associated components, including gaskets, seals, fluids, coolant, oil, and filters as part of Honda's warranty extension program. Despite the significant amount of work involved, Sam delivered outstanding news: the entire repair was covered under Honda's warranty extension, resulting in a $0 customer balance. As if that wasn't enough, First Team Honda also performed a complimentary multi-point inspection, oil and filter change, Virginia state inspection, and even provided a free car wash. Sam also took the time to identify future maintenance items that may need attention down the road, helping me make informed decisions about my vehicle's long-term care. In today's world, it is rare to find a dealership that combines technical expertise, honesty, transparency, and exceptional customer service. Sam Pedraza exemplifies everything a service advisor should be. He turned what could have been a costly engine repair into a smooth, stress-free experience. Because of this experience, I will confidently recommend First Team Honda to family, friends, and coworkers. They have earned my trust, and this is now the only dealership I plan to use for service in the Hampton Roads area. Thank you, Sam, and the entire First Team Honda team, for exceeding my expectations. Highly recommended!

I had to take my Kia here for service for a recall issue and when it was there I wanted to see if…read morethe recall is what was causing the engine light to go on *it had just happened the same day. They did the recall repairs (which included an anti-theft recall that was too late because someone already tried to break in and steal my car once and the alarm didn't work) they charged me over $200 for a diagnostic when I declined the repair suggested. The estimate they provided was $1200 for parts and one hour of labor. I purchased parts for $230 and my mechanic did the repairs for the cost of their labor ($80+). I will gladly give my money to some place that isn't making people pay for the showroom attached to the service area by making them pay for time they didn't use to get any repairs. Shady. If you want a reliable place, don't look here unless it's under warranty. Very dissatisfied with the outcome of this trip.

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Safety issues and verification failures. Documentation exists…read more I brought my 2018 Hyundai Sonata to this dealership multiple times in 2025 for vibration, braking, and steering concerns. Across repeated visits, the following outcomes were documented through service records and later inspection: -The right front CV axle was found under-torqued after a repair performed here. -The left front CV axle was found over-torqued after a separate repair performed here. -Brake work represented as OEM was later identified as non-OEM. -Suspension work was represented differently than what was installed, and symptoms continued. -Multiple safety-critical repairs were followed by minimal or no verification test driving, sometimes as little as 0-1 mile. -Despite continued symptoms, I was advised that "no safety concern was found." Later inspections confirmed otherwise. This matter is now part of an active Hyundai corporate case supported by service records, mileage logs, and documentation from multiple facilities. I am posting this so other customers are aware and so the dealership has an opportunity to address the documented issues publicly. If you are considering this dealership for brakes, suspension, or driveline work, I strongly recommend independent verification.

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