My experience with Penticton Hyundai has been consistently awful, covering both buying out my lease and getting warranty service. The customer service was far below par, causing significant trouble and destroying my trust. It's frustrating to see them spend on big events, like a recent three-day BBQ, when their basic service is so lacking. What's the point of a fancy party if actual customers are treated poorly?
When I tried to buy out my well-maintained car, the sales team was incredibly unhelpful. They repeatedly claimed, "We are not making money on this," which was unprofessional. As someone paying off a lease, it felt like their profit mattered more than helping me. If money is such a big issue, they should be more transparent or even put out a donation box, instead of burdening customers. Their focus was clearly on the sale, not service.
Later, when my car had a major engine problem, the service department was just as bad. Communication was almost nonexistent; my calls and voicemails to managers went ignored. The warranty approval process took weeks, followed by a long repair period. This delay created big financial problems. Hyundai only covered the rental car from the day my warranty was officially approved. This meant I had to pay a lot for a rental for weeks, from the day my car was towed until their approval. It's unfair to expect customers to pay for an essential vehicle while a dealership takes so long to approve a claim. This policy put a huge, unfair burden on me. Even after warranty repairs, they charged me for extra services without warning, adding to my unexpected bills. These extra costs, despite the main repair being covered, added up significantly.
Getting my car back was another example of their terrible service. They called late on a Friday, demanding immediate pickup and threatening to stop rental coverage instantly. This showed no respect for my schedule. The staff I spoke with were often rude and intimidating, making me feel powerless. Despite the unreasonable demand, I managed to get my car. Also, they didn't provide any written warranty for the work done.
Ultimately, Penticton Hyundai seemed to prioritize quick sales and a good image over actually caring for customers. This terrible service is unacceptable for any dealership. Because of these negative experiences, I've since bought a new car from Toyota, and ordered another from Ford. Considering the value of these cars, plus future purchases and services, Penticton Hyundai's poor customer service has cost them well over $100,000 in potential revenue. Not caring about customers clearly has serious, lasting effects on their sales.
Beware: If you're considering buying or getting service from Penticton Hyundai, be extremely careful. My experience shows a huge gap between their public image and actual customer service. They might treat you well when you're buying a car, as they want your money then. But the real test of a dealership is when your car breaks down and you truly need their help. What's the point of a big BBQ if their core service is so bad, and they treat customers with rude, intimidating behavior? read more