If I could give this dealership zero stars, I would.
After a couple of disappointing experiences during previous oil changes, I decided to take my Alfa Romeo to Northside Imports for service instead. The difference was night and day--better customer service, better communication, and a much more transparent experience. Unfortunately, after they stopped servicing Alfa Romeo vehicles, I had no choice but to return to Helfman when my check engine light came on.
The first issue was that the earliest appointment available was a week out. I scheduled my diagnostic for Thursday, July 23. I drove about 30 miles, took time off work, and arrived expecting my vehicle to be evaluated that day. Instead, I was told it would be 4-6 business days before they could even perform the diagnostic.
The service advisor said they had tried to call me, but I had no missed calls or messages. What's even more frustrating is that I had spoken with the service department a couple of days earlier to ask about loaner vehicles, and at no point did anyone mention this delay.
As a result, I wasted time, fuel, and a vacation day, only to be told my appointment didn't actually mean my car would be looked at.
I'm genuinely confused why the dealership allows customers to schedule service appointments if the vehicle isn't going to be seen on the scheduled day. If the diagnostic queue is already several days behind, that should be communicated upfront so customers can make an informed decision.
Based on my experiences, I won't be returning to Helfman Alfa Romeo. read more