This is not a fake review. I have attached a copy of the quote if anybody wants or needs to see it…read more
Beware of Pembroke Nissan. Their goal is to screw you. Plain and simple.
I know it's a long read, but worth it if you're thinking of doing any business with them.
I was in talks with Nina (sales) and Blair (finance) at Pembroke Nissan, looking to purchase a 2025 Nissan Kicks SV. When she gave me the bi-weekly payment, and I mutiplied by the number of payments, the final payout was almost double the price of the car. Sensing that something didn't add up, I started questionning her math.
I was buying winter tires and rims with the car, they were going to charge me $1,799 for four 17" tires and steel rims. I priced them out at $1,000.
I then requested a complete breakdown of the costs (I would have reviewed it before signing) before going any further.
On the quote, there was an extended warranty that was added, that was never even discussed, at a cost of $4,399
There was also a theft insurance that was also never discussed and it's cost? $999
I have insurance. I don't need the sneaky add-on.
They tried to sneak in an extra $5,398 without even mentionning it. Not once.
When I said I didn't want either, their tone changed. They were clearly unhappy i caught them in the act. They quickly said they would revise the quote and call me back. Well, they never called me back. They never returned my messages. Nina never answered my calls. Oh, and I was paying the full price the car was advertised at. So basically, they tried pull a fast one on me, I caught them, they didn't appreciate that I did, the service took a nosedive. I called and asked for the sales manager. First couple of calls, surprise, he just left the building, he's on the phone. Finally, on my third call, who answers? My friend Blair. When I asked if he was ever going to call me back, he said he thought I backed out of the sale. I reminded him that he said he'd talk to his manager and call me back, so he switched his story to he had an interest rate inquiry to do and he just finished. Mind you, this is 3.5 hours later. He then said he'd get his GM for me. After being on hold for a bit Blair (not the GM) comes back on the phone and tells me someone put a deposit on the car. If that was true, wouldn't the finance guy know...
Think about this. If they do this when you purchase the vehicle, what will it be if you go in for maintenance or need repairs. They will magically find problems, never convered by warranty, each and every time you go.
All this to really say, if you're looking to be taken advantage of, Pembroke Nissan will be more than happy to do that for you They are the #1 DEALER IN SCAMS, the dealership of choice.
But, if you're looking to make an honest purchase, get a fair deal, you really should STAY AWAY AT ALL COST.
If you really want a Nissan, there are dealers in Ottawa and Gatineau that have much better business practices. It is a little further, but having peace of mind you're not getting screwed at the time of purchase, and down the road, is really worth the drive.