I had a great experience at Framingham Ford buying my new 2013 Ford Escape. I worked with Brian McNulty whose service and expertise was greatly appreciated. He was knowledgeable, professional, patient, and, most importantly, he spared me that are-you-buying-this-car-or-what attitude that I tended to notice at other dealerships.
I came in knowing what I wanted and, when checking out the car that I now own, Brian showed me some great features and, very clearly, stated what was included and not-included. There were none of these sheisty tricks that we've all come to expect from dealerships and I feel confident that I made a solid purchase without being pushed into something I didn't want/need.
The dealership itself is nice. It's large, clean and they have a decent variety of models and trims (I, of course, was only looking at the Escape, but I could see that they had a good inventory). Inside, right as you walk in and up those first steps, there is a front desk where they were eager to make sure you're being helped and that you reach the person with whom you're doing business. I noticed them offering the same treatment to other customers, constantly offering coffee or a place to sit in the sales-floor waiting area (TV, comfortable chairs, reading material, etc... you could really do a lot worse).
When I had made my decision to purchase the vehicle, we worked out a fair price and Brian was very happy to work out different purchase scenarios for me so that I could make the decision whether to buy or lease and eventually how much I would finance.
That was on Monday (Memorial Day) and when I came back on Wednesday afternoon, I worked with Brian and another gentleman (a great, personable fella whose name, most unfortunately, alludes me at the moment) to figure out whether I would go with Ford Credit or TD Bank. We worked out the details and I ended up going with Ford. When the gentleman began discussing warranties, like Brian, there were no pushes or sales pitches or guilt trips, I just said, 'Ehh, I'm all set,' and we moved forward, discussed the joys of cooking among other things, shook hands, and I went on my way, the proud owner of a new Ford Escape.
When it came time to take my car, Brian hopped into the car with me and showed me how to use Ford Sync. I've read a lot of reviews on Ford Sync and it seems like people hate it and/or cannot figure it out, yet I am absolutely loving it and making full use of it thanks to Brian's help. He set up my phone, my iPod and showed me how to verbally program the navigation. I imagine those negative reviews of Ford Sync have a lot to do with the other dealerships just sending people out the door without taking the time to show their customers how these functions work, so I definitely appreciate the rundown I was given.
Also, another note... young, stupid, and too excited about my new car to think straight, I had forgotten the title for my trade-in at home in Watertown. When I realized this and told Brian, it was not a big deal at all and I was able to take my new car for its maiden voyage to grab my title and bring it back.
Overall, the service was excellent, the place was nice, and the car is amazing. I would definitely recommend Framingham Ford for buying a car. Also, if you're the type who enjoys making smart decisions, go ahead a make sure you work with Brian McNulty. read more