Let me start by saying the 4 stars are for sales department, not service.
My husband has always wanted a specific vehicle, it was his lifelong dream to own one. We were coming up on the end of our leased Chevy, running out of miles, looking for a way out of the lease and into an affordable next vehicle. We honestly avoided Stanley Chevy for years because of the horrible things we heard/read about the service department but agreed we would see online what was available for sale, that we could obviously service elsewhere. They ended up having what appeared to be the perfect vehicle at a great price.
I called, asked for sales, was transferred to Hillary. She was so nice and helpful, answered what questions she could and got right back to me on what she needed to check on. Also, the vehicle I inquired about only had one picture online so she herself went out and took a bunch of photos that she later set me up to receive via text - super convenient. She also sent me the CarFax report. I asked to work with her but she was only the go-between, internet sales. I'd give her 100 stars, excellent customer service! She set us up with Chuck on a day/time that worked well.
Chuck was outside to meet us when we arrived (he also confirmed our appointment that morning). He took us right over to the vehicle. My husband was able to test drive it right away. It was just as nice in person. We were surprised, however, that it needed an oil change, an alignment, and was still filthy inside (spilled Cheetos, spilled sticky soda in backseat, make up marks, etc), despite being told it had been through service and was clean, ready to go.
We told them our ideal payment and after LOTS of negotiating, going listening to the whole, "We can't go that low, we won't make any money, you are stealing the shirt off my back!" (insert eye roll, never fall for this, negotiate until you get what you want or leave, but be prepared to play hardball), we got my husband's dream vehicle for the price we came in wanting and the remainder of our lease was eaten up. Score!
We made a small list of "demands" before signing paperwork. Oil change, fix the few paint scratches, alignment, full tank of gas, replace the missing cup liner. Get this: they agreed to everything EXCEPT the full tank of gas. I know it's not a big deal, and it wasn't Chuck's decision, but that was VERY tacky. I am extremely disappointed that this dealership doesn't give everyone a full tank of gas.
Our finance guy, Corey, was nice and helpful. He is a funny guy, easy to chat with, and didn't make us feel stupid for asking some additional questions we wanted clarity on. While waiting on finance takes hours elsewhere, Corey was ready for us within about 30 minutes after finishing with Chuck. Impressive!
We went home to clean out the leased vehicle we were returning so the service department could fix up the truck. We returned, were told it was detailed, but would need to return in a couple days for the paint guy, as well as the oil change. We left happy, knowing we would refer anyone to Chuck and Corey. We got in the truck and could tell it was NOT cleaned well at ALL...first service department fail.
Upon arriving for the service appointment, we were told no cup liner (out of stock, but no offer to order us one, even after being told we would be given one), no paint guy (instead we were given a paint pen), and the oil change and alignment took forever. I see why the service department has bad reviews (especially since they tried to say it had already been serviced for everything it needed...then why did it say Oil Change Due the day we got it?). We will never, ever, EVER come back for service. How can you trust a department that lies and clearly puts in mediocre effort with cleaning, let alone more important service items? Even the Stanley sticker on the vehicle was put on improperly and crooked. We are removing that sticker today.
Overall, I DO recommend the sales department. Call in, start by asking for Hillary, then ask for Chuck, then ask for Corey - they are the "dream team." However, DO NOT COME HERE FOR SERVICE. read more