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Dowling Ford

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Sales hours: 9:00am to 7:00pm
Service hours: 7:30am to 5:30pm
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Monday 9:00am–7:00pm 7:30am–5:30pm
Tuesday 9:00am–7:00pm 7:30am–5:30pm
Wednesday 9:00am–7:00pm 7:30am–5:30pm
Thursday 9:00am–7:00pm 7:30am–5:30pm
Friday 9:00am–5:00pm 7:30am–5:30pm
Saturday 9:00am–5:00pm 7:30am–12:00pm
Sunday Closed Closed

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New (877) 644-7136 (877) 644-7136
Used (855) 693-6169 (855) 693-6169
Service (855) 812-1068 (855) 812-1068

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This seller has been on Cars.com since June 2025.
Dowling Ford Inc is the top dealership serving car consumers from Cheshire Connecticut. We also work with shoppers from Meriden Hartford Wallingford and Waterbury. We are committed to making the car shopping process as easy as possible and offer a wide range of services we're sure you'll appreciate. Learn more about us and you'll quickly see why we're your top destination for affordable new and used automobiles. Our dealership was founded in 1976 and for over 40 years we have been one of the top dealerships in Connecticut.
Your dealer for life!

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Phone number (855) 812-1068

Service hours

Monday
7:30am–5:30pm
Tuesday
7:30am–5:30pm
Wednesday
7:30am–5:30pm
Thursday
7:30am–5:30pm
Friday
7:30am–5:30pm
Saturday
7:30am–12:00pm
Sunday
Closed

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Waited 7 months to get a new Ford Maverick.

Waited 7 months to get a new Ford Maverick. Left a $500.00 deposit at the time of order. I was told the Maverick came in. Told the salesman I would be going out of state for a few days. Would like to negotiate when I returned. Called dealer when I returned back in state and was told they took a deposit on vehicle while I was gone. So, I waited 7 months. They couldn't wait 5 days until I returned.

Waited 7 months to get a new Ford Maverick.

Waited 7 months to get a new Ford Maverick. Left a $500.00 deposit at the time of order. I was told the Maverick came in. Told the salesman I would be going out of state for a few days. Would like to negotiate when I returned. Called dealer when I returned back in state and was told they took a deposit on vehicle while I was gone. So, I waited 7 months. They couldn't wait 5 days until I returned.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Customer service
  • Buying process
  • Quality of repair
  • Overall facilities
  • Overall experience 1.0
  • Does not recommend this dealer
  • Shopped for a new car
  • Did not make a purchase
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Steve brinson please call 8322588826 Trying to buy 2

Steve brinson please call 8322588826 Trying to buy 2 cars now Mamakkkbq Jana wanna bbq Anna an

Steve brinson please call 8322588826 Trying to buy 2

Steve brinson please call 8322588826 Trying to buy 2 cars now Mamakkkbq Jana wanna bbq Anna an

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Customer service
  • Buying process
  • Quality of repair
  • Overall facilities
  • Overall experience 5.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Shopped for a used car
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Relaxed car buying experience

Found a used car on the lot that we were interested in. Spoke originally to Josh and then Justin. Liked the laid back atmosphere without pressure or hype. The transaction was smooth and easy. Asher wrapped up the paperwork and we were out the door in no time. Would definitely recommend this dealership!

Relaxed car buying experience

Found a used car on the lot that we were interested in. Spoke originally to Josh and then Justin. Liked the laid back atmosphere without pressure or hype. The transaction was smooth and easy. Asher wrapped up the paperwork and we were out the door in no time. Would definitely recommend this dealership!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Customer service 5.0
  • Buying process 5.0
  • Quality of repair 5.0
  • Overall facilities 5.0
  • Overall experience 5.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Shopped for a used car
  • Did make a purchase
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DOWLING FORD, CHESIRE, CT

GREAT PLACE TO BUY A FORD. GREAT SALESPEOPLE. SALESPERSON WENT OVER ALL THE DETAILS ON THE NEW BRONCO THAT I HAD ORDERED.

DOWLING FORD, CHESIRE, CT

GREAT PLACE TO BUY A FORD. GREAT SALESPEOPLE. SALESPERSON WENT OVER ALL THE DETAILS ON THE NEW BRONCO THAT I HAD ORDERED.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Customer service 5.0
  • Buying process 5.0
  • Quality of repair
  • Overall facilities
  • Overall experience 5.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Shopped for a new car
  • Did make a purchase
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Hi Salvatore, we set high expectations for ourselves so it’s gratifying to hear you had a great experience with us. Please let us know if there is ever anything else we can do for you! Safe travels!

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Do not waste your time!

I purchased a 2015 Ford Fusion from this dealership on July 30, 2022, about 2 hours after bringing the car home I noticed the transmission was shifting hard. I immediately called them back and brought the car back the following Monday. They had the car for 5 weeks and said they rebuilt the transmission. When I finally picked the car up and drove it home not only was the car still shifting hard, but there was also now leak and it was making noise while steering. There was also a noise in the rear I kept hearing. I called them back the next day and they had me bring the car back to them. This time they had my car for 2 weeks and said that the noise in the rear was a golf ball rolling around, that there was no leak, the steering was fine, and the transmission was fine, and I just needed to relearn my way of driving. I was told I need to drive the car 1000 miles for it to relearn my way of driving. Now my transmission is shifting even harder, the steering is still making noises and it is still leaking thus forcing me to take it to another Ford Dealership to attempt to have it service correctly as I do not feel safe driving my family around in this car. I have also found that there was information on the vehicle service records, that I received by calling The Ford Motor Company, about prior transmission issues/services that were done on the vehicle that were somehow omitted from the Carfax they had on their website for the vehicle. I feel as though I was deceived when making this car purchase.

Do not waste your time!

I purchased a 2015 Ford Fusion from this dealership on July 30, 2022, about 2 hours after bringing the car home I noticed the transmission was shifting hard. I immediately called them back and brought the car back the following Monday. They had the car for 5 weeks and said they rebuilt the transmission. When I finally picked the car up and drove it home not only was the car still shifting hard, but there was also now leak and it was making noise while steering. There was also a noise in the rear I kept hearing. I called them back the next day and they had me bring the car back to them. This time they had my car for 2 weeks and said that the noise in the rear was a golf ball rolling around, that there was no leak, the steering was fine, and the transmission was fine, and I just needed to relearn my way of driving. I was told I need to drive the car 1000 miles for it to relearn my way of driving. Now my transmission is shifting even harder, the steering is still making noises and it is still leaking thus forcing me to take it to another Ford Dealership to attempt to have it service correctly as I do not feel safe driving my family around in this car. I have also found that there was information on the vehicle service records, that I received by calling The Ford Motor Company, about prior transmission issues/services that were done on the vehicle that were somehow omitted from the Carfax they had on their website for the vehicle. I feel as though I was deceived when making this car purchase.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Customer service 1.0
  • Buying process 1.0
  • Quality of repair 1.0
  • Overall facilities 1.0
  • Overall experience 1.0
  • Does not recommend this dealer
  • Came in for service or repair
  • Did make a purchase
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Dealer response

Hi Chrystal, thank you for sharing your honest feedback. We are disappointed that you have had such a negative experience dealing with us here at Dowling Ford, Inc.. We can assure you that it was truly not our intention to disappoint or frustrate you during this process. Please give us a call at (203) 272-2772 and we will do our best to make this better. We hope to hear from you soon.

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Family atmosphere here.

Family atmosphere here. Fran and Justin were more than accommodating and went above and beyond to provide excellent service. I would highly recommend them to anyone in search of a vehicle.

Family atmosphere here.

Family atmosphere here. Fran and Justin were more than accommodating and went above and beyond to provide excellent service. I would highly recommend them to anyone in search of a vehicle.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Customer service 5.0
  • Buying process
  • Quality of repair
  • Overall facilities
  • Overall experience 5.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Shopped for a used car
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Stay Away

They're the worst dealer I have ever had the displeasure of working with. There is one person there to avoid at all costs. She doesn't return emails or honor KBB deals.

Stay Away

They're the worst dealer I have ever had the displeasure of working with. There is one person there to avoid at all costs. She doesn't return emails or honor KBB deals.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Customer service 1.0
  • Buying process 1.0
  • Quality of repair 1.0
  • Overall facilities
  • Overall experience 1.0
  • Does not recommend this dealer
  • Came in for service or repair
  • Did not make a purchase
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Dealer response

Hello Bob, we regret to hear that you had a negative experience with us, but would appreciate the chance to turn your experience around. We appreciate you bringing this experience to our attention. If you are willing, please contact us at (203) 272-2772 so we can work towards a resolution. We look forward to hearing from you. Take care!

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Great Service and Sales

We had a great experience with Dowling Ford. Fair and professional. Very happy with our choice.

Great Service and Sales

We had a great experience with Dowling Ford. Fair and professional. Very happy with our choice.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Customer service 5.0
  • Buying process 5.0
  • Quality of repair
  • Overall facilities
  • Overall experience 5.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Shopped for a new car
  • Did make a purchase
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Dealer response

Hi Devin, thank you for taking the time to leave us your response to our Staff's outstanding customer service! We hope to be of service to you again! Take care!

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Great place to buy a car

Everyone was very professional and helped me to get the car I wanted very quickly. They were great with handling the financing application, contacting my insurance company, and getting the car registered and ready to go so quickly I was surprised.

Great place to buy a car

Everyone was very professional and helped me to get the car I wanted very quickly. They were great with handling the financing application, contacting my insurance company, and getting the car registered and ready to go so quickly I was surprised.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Customer service 5.0
  • Buying process 5.0
  • Quality of repair
  • Overall facilities
  • Overall experience 5.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
  • Shopped for a used car
  • Did make a purchase
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Antoinette, thank you for the great review! We are so glad to hear that you found the right vehicle working with the Dowling Ford team. Drive safely, and we hope to see you back again down the road!

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Disregard of customer time to complete repair.

Scheduled a time and date to replace front brake pads with Blake at the Service Department. When I arrived with my 1991 F150 the Service Advisor who did not identify himself handed me a service authorization to sign which showed the wrong address and Check Brakes instead of Replace Brake Pads? I asked why the paperwork is wrong from what I requested, and the Advisor explained the mechanic will determine the extent of service and uncertain if brake pads are available. After checking with Parts, he stated the Motorcraft brake pad for my vehicle is obsolete and was unable to complete service or offered any other options. I'm perplexed as to why when I called initially and discussed with Blake to schedule was not informed about the obsolete part and allowed to take the time and travel for this brake service. Since I provided all the requested information to Blake to schedule service, the year and model of my vehicle and if requested could provide the (VIN) to check part availability before confirming service time and date.

Disregard of customer time to complete repair.

Scheduled a time and date to replace front brake pads with Blake at the Service Department. When I arrived with my 1991 F150 the Service Advisor who did not identify himself handed me a service authorization to sign which showed the wrong address and Check Brakes instead of Replace Brake Pads? I asked why the paperwork is wrong from what I requested, and the Advisor explained the mechanic will determine the extent of service and uncertain if brake pads are available. After checking with Parts, he stated the Motorcraft brake pad for my vehicle is obsolete and was unable to complete service or offered any other options. I'm perplexed as to why when I called initially and discussed with Blake to schedule was not informed about the obsolete part and allowed to take the time and travel for this brake service. Since I provided all the requested information to Blake to schedule service, the year and model of my vehicle and if requested could provide the (VIN) to check part availability before confirming service time and date.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Customer service 1.0
  • Buying process
  • Quality of repair
  • Overall facilities 3.0
  • Overall experience 1.0
  • Does not recommend this dealer
  • Came in for service or repair
  • Did not make a purchase
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Dealer response

Steve, I am very sorry for the frustration here. It is never our intention to cause our guests any inconvenience and it is disappointing that our communication fell short. I will share your feedback with the team so we can improve in the future and, if there is anything else we can assist you with, please don't hesitate to reach out directly. Thank you, Jack Bradshaw - General Manager - 203-272-2772

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