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The management team as well as the sales team at Riverside Hyundai, and all around, treated us in a superb manner and made our getting our car from this dealership easier than we have ever experienced in all our years - - my wife and I both being retirees and through the long years of life having purchased more than a couple of vehicles of different makes from varying dealerships, we can without hesitation say that the way everyone treated us at Riverside Hyundai was head and shoulders above all others…. Additionally, although we do not live in Riverside, because of our great experience all around with the people at this dealership, we plan to have all our new car “servicing” done at Riverside Hyundai… Thank you all… Ed and Mary T.
The management team as well as the sales team at Riverside Hyundai, and all around, treated us in a superb manner and made our getting our car from this dealership easier than we have ever experienced in all our years - - my wife and I both being retirees and through the long years of life having purchased more than a couple of vehicles of different makes from varying dealerships, we can without hesitation say that the way everyone treated us at Riverside Hyundai was head and shoulders above all others…. Additionally, although we do not live in Riverside, because of our great experience all around with the people at this dealership, we plan to have all our new car “servicing” done at Riverside Hyundai… Thank you all… Ed and Mary T.
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- 5.0
- Does recommend this dealer
- Shopped for a new car
Thank you for your glowing review, Ed and Mary! I’m thrilled to hear that our team provided you with a superb experience at Riverside Hyundai. It’s wonderful to know that you plan to have all your car servicing done with us, even while living outside of Riverside. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to assisting you in the future! Sincerely, Richard Michaelson - Owner- [email protected]
Riverside Hyundai provides an exceptional buying experience from beginning to end. At the end of August, we had to buy a car unexpectedly after not buying a car for over 20 years. (We've driven company cars for the past two decades.) Since we didn't know what we wanted, we shopped around: Toyota, Subaru, KIA, Honda, Ford, Mazda, and *all* the Hyundais throughout the IE and OC. When I say exceptional, I truly do mean out-of-the-ordinary skill and excellence. Walking in that day was like a breath of fresh air! The dealership was immaculate, and everyone there was courteous and professional. We walked out with an exceptionally fair deal and had such a wonderful experience that 3 weeks later, we bought a second car. We will be back. This part of the review is for women and those who support them: If you have ever been car shopping, you know what to expect. You have to deal with enough condescension, bluster, and thick, slimy hot air to make you want to ride a bike for the rest of your life. You won't find that here. Dasan Knight is a lovely human being through and through. Moe is charming and helpful. Julian drives a tough bargain but makes his grandmother proud. Really, everyone on site was just delightful. Getting a good deal is nice, but getting a good deal from great people is even better.
Riverside Hyundai provides an exceptional buying experience from beginning to end. At the end of August, we had to buy a car unexpectedly after not buying a car for over 20 years. (We've driven company cars for the past two decades.) Since we didn't know what we wanted, we shopped around: Toyota, Subaru, KIA, Honda, Ford, Mazda, and *all* the Hyundais throughout the IE and OC. When I say exceptional, I truly do mean out-of-the-ordinary skill and excellence. Walking in that day was like a breath of fresh air! The dealership was immaculate, and everyone there was courteous and professional. We walked out with an exceptionally fair deal and had such a wonderful experience that 3 weeks later, we bought a second car. We will be back. This part of the review is for women and those who support them: If you have ever been car shopping, you know what to expect. You have to deal with enough condescension, bluster, and thick, slimy hot air to make you want to ride a bike for the rest of your life. You won't find that here. Dasan Knight is a lovely human being through and through. Moe is charming and helpful. Julian drives a tough bargain but makes his grandmother proud. Really, everyone on site was just delightful. Getting a good deal is nice, but getting a good deal from great people is even better.
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- 5.0
- Does recommend this dealer
- Shopped for a used car
- Did make a purchase
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review! I’m so glad to hear that you had such an exceptional buying experience at Riverside Hyundai. It’s great to know that Dasan, Moe, and Julian made your car shopping journey enjoyable and free from the typical hassles. I appreciate you choosing us twice, and we look forward to welcoming you back for your next purchase! Your feedback means a lot to us. Safe driving in your new vehicles! Sincerely, Richard Michaelson - Owner- [email protected]
Never been to a dealership that so pleasant whit a sales person do knowable thanks
Never been to a dealership that so pleasant whit a sales person do knowable thanks
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- 5.0
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- Shopped for a new car
Thank you for your kind words, Manny! I'm thrilled to hear that you had such a pleasant experience at Riverside Hyundai. We're dedicated to providing knowledgeable and friendly service, and it's wonderful to know that it made a difference for you. We look forward to welcoming you back next time! Sincerely, Richard Michaelson - Owner- [email protected]
We purchased our 2nd vehicle in four years from Riverside Hyundai this weekend, Great service!
We purchased our 2nd vehicle in four years from Riverside Hyundai this weekend, Great service!
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- 5.0
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- Shopped for a new car
Thank you for your wonderful review, Norman! I'm thrilled to hear that you've chosen Riverside Hyundai for your second vehicle. It's our pleasure to provide great service, and I appreciate your continued trust in us. We look forward to assisting you again in the future! Sincerely, Richard Michaelson - Owner- [email protected]
They were great service was great sales man was top of his game Roger is the man
They were great service was great sales man was top of his game Roger is the man
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- 5.0
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- Came in for service or repair
Thank you for your fantastic review! I’m thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with Roger at Riverside Hyundai and that he provided top-notch service. I truly appreciate your kind words and we look forward to seeing you again soon! Sincerely, Richard Michaelson - Owner- [email protected]
Service is always excellent. This is the second Hyundai I have bought from this dealer. I come here for all my service and needs for my car appointment making is easy and their Customer Service reps are fantastic.
Service is always excellent. This is the second Hyundai I have bought from this dealer. I come here for all my service and needs for my car appointment making is easy and their Customer Service reps are fantastic.
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- 5.0
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- Came in for service or repair
Thank you for your amazing review! I’m pleased to hear that you have received excellent service at Riverside Hyundai and that you have chosen us for both your vehicle purchases and service needs. It’s great to know that our customer service team has made your experience easy and enjoyable. We look forward to seeing you again at your next appointment! Sincerely, Richard Michaelson - Owner- [email protected]
Thank you very good business everything went perfect I buy many cars from the same shopping center and this place I have what I need information and very good experience with every one
Thank you very good business everything went perfect I buy many cars from the same shopping center and this place I have what I need information and very good experience with every one
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- 5.0
- Does recommend this dealer
- Shopped for a new car
Appreciate you taking time to let us know how everything went, Jose! I’m happy to hear that your experience at Riverside Hyundai was perfect and that you found everything you needed. I appreciate your continued trust in us, and we look forward to serving you again in the future. Don’t hesitate to share your experience with others! Sincerely, Richard Michaelson - Owner- [email protected]
We have been loyal customers of Riverside Metro Auto Group since moving to Riverside, and over the years we’ve completed several transactions here. My wife initially leased a Nissan Leaf, I drove a Tiguan, then she upgraded to an Ioniq 5 while I moved into an ID.4. Most recently, my wife leased a brand new 2026 Ioniq 5. I typically handle my deals via email or text due to a busy schedule by choice and I truly appreciated working with Raymond. He understood my situation, was accommodating, and made the entire process seamless by communicating with me through text. We agreed on pricing and terms ahead of time, which made things efficient. Our experience was something to remember. I think what we can rescue out of this experience is working with salesman Raymond. I will be brief in my review. We arrived at the dealership, we encountered unexpected issues. There were complications on our end related to my wife’s credit application which she forgot to unlock, but despite that, we had a clear: three months of no payments and a fixed monthly rate. When we met with the finance representative, Adam Sahawneh, the numbers presented did not match our agreement, and we decided to leave. As we were leaving, another staff member encouraged us to come back and work things out (wish I can remember his name) After regrouping—especially considering my wife was already annoyed and upset. For this my wife is an EMT she works a 12 hour shift and she is a nurse student. So for everyone that can relay. She was done for the day. and is student. We returned and reached an agreement again. We finalized the paperwork and left believing everything was settled. The following day, we were contacted by Adam and told we needed to sign a new contract. This was concerning, as both parties had already signed a dealer agreement. Which in my understanding is a legal document. I am not a lawyer so please I shout to all the attorneys to enlighten me. Then I asked to speak with the General Manager, Gil Qaqish, the conversation was cut throat and unfortunately unproductive. We spoke for less than 2 minutes and I can say, how in the heck did he become a GM? I was told firmly that I needed to sign a new contract or return the vehicle immediately. There was no effort to discuss or resolve the situation collaboratively. Sir, I have been pushed around by people like you. You are just another bully on the bunch nothing else, nothing more. I did not appreciate you talking down on me. You need more training in how to treat clients and your own employees. As a fellow leader we are here to coach and teach. Not to threat and command with fear. At that point, trust became a major concern for my wife and I. Raymond, however, stepped in once again. He listened, showed empathy, and genuinely tried to help. He worked to renegotiate terms on our behalf and ultimately presented a revised offer. While it was not identical to the original agreement (changing from three months to one month of no payments), we appreciated the effort and decided to move forward. If it were not for Raymond, we would have walked away entirely. In summary, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 is an excellent electric vehicle, and we are happy with the car itself. However, our experience with finance and management was disappointing and impacted our trust. If you choose to visit this dealership, I highly recommend working directly with Raymond, as he was the one consistent professional who made a positive difference in our experience.
We have been loyal customers of Riverside Metro Auto Group since moving to Riverside, and over the years we’ve completed several transactions here. My wife initially leased a Nissan Leaf, I drove a Tiguan, then she upgraded to an Ioniq 5 while I moved into an ID.4. Most recently, my wife leased a brand new 2026 Ioniq 5. I typically handle my deals via email or text due to a busy schedule by choice and I truly appreciated working with Raymond. He understood my situation, was accommodating, and made the entire process seamless by communicating with me through text. We agreed on pricing and terms ahead of time, which made things efficient. Our experience was something to remember. I think what we can rescue out of this experience is working with salesman Raymond. I will be brief in my review. We arrived at the dealership, we encountered unexpected issues. There were complications on our end related to my wife’s credit application which she forgot to unlock, but despite that, we had a clear: three months of no payments and a fixed monthly rate. When we met with the finance representative, Adam Sahawneh, the numbers presented did not match our agreement, and we decided to leave. As we were leaving, another staff member encouraged us to come back and work things out (wish I can remember his name) After regrouping—especially considering my wife was already annoyed and upset. For this my wife is an EMT she works a 12 hour shift and she is a nurse student. So for everyone that can relay. She was done for the day. and is student. We returned and reached an agreement again. We finalized the paperwork and left believing everything was settled. The following day, we were contacted by Adam and told we needed to sign a new contract. This was concerning, as both parties had already signed a dealer agreement. Which in my understanding is a legal document. I am not a lawyer so please I shout to all the attorneys to enlighten me. Then I asked to speak with the General Manager, Gil Qaqish, the conversation was cut throat and unfortunately unproductive. We spoke for less than 2 minutes and I can say, how in the heck did he become a GM? I was told firmly that I needed to sign a new contract or return the vehicle immediately. There was no effort to discuss or resolve the situation collaboratively. Sir, I have been pushed around by people like you. You are just another bully on the bunch nothing else, nothing more. I did not appreciate you talking down on me. You need more training in how to treat clients and your own employees. As a fellow leader we are here to coach and teach. Not to threat and command with fear. At that point, trust became a major concern for my wife and I. Raymond, however, stepped in once again. He listened, showed empathy, and genuinely tried to help. He worked to renegotiate terms on our behalf and ultimately presented a revised offer. While it was not identical to the original agreement (changing from three months to one month of no payments), we appreciated the effort and decided to move forward. If it were not for Raymond, we would have walked away entirely. In summary, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 is an excellent electric vehicle, and we are happy with the car itself. However, our experience with finance and management was disappointing and impacted our trust. If you choose to visit this dealership, I highly recommend working directly with Raymond, as he was the one consistent professional who made a positive difference in our experience.
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- 3.0
- Does not recommend this dealer
- Shopped for a new car
We acknowledge your review and are currently looking into the events you’ve detailed.
Willing to work with you on getting a deal that suits your needs, they're very patient and willing to go over multiple options and questions you may have.
Willing to work with you on getting a deal that suits your needs, they're very patient and willing to go over multiple options and questions you may have.
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- 5.0
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- Shopped for a new car
Thank you for your feedback, Joey! I appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us at Riverside Hyundai. It's great to hear that our team was patient and helpful in finding the right deal for you. We look forward to assisting you again in the future! Sincerely, Richard Michaelson - Owner- [email protected]
I have purchased 5 Hyundai’s for myself and Family. From the point of sales with Dasan Knight to the 10 ears of excellent customer service from David Ruiz, Every interaction has been excellent. Riverside Hyundai cares about their customers.
I have purchased 5 Hyundai’s for myself and Family. From the point of sales with Dasan Knight to the 10 ears of excellent customer service from David Ruiz, Every interaction has been excellent. Riverside Hyundai cares about their customers.
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- 5.0
- Does recommend this dealer
- Came in for service or repair
- Did make a purchase
Thank you, William! I truly appreciate your kind words and your loyalty to Riverside Hyundai. It's wonderful to hear that Dasan and David have provided you with exceptional service throughout your experiences. Our team values our customers and is committed to ensuring your satisfaction. We look forward to seeing you again for your next vehicle purchase! Sincerely, Richard Michaelson - Owner- [email protected]