Reviews
Amazing dealership and staff
I live in the Chicagoland area and was looking for a Taos with FWD, but for some reason there are no dealers with this SUV on its lot. After looking for this car online and doing some research, I was bombarded with phone calls and emails. Sean sent me a text with a video of the car and introduced himself in the video. Obviously I was hesitant to call Sean back because I would have to drive 2 hours to finalize a purchase, but am very glad I did. I worked things out with Sean prior to making the trip and Sean was true to his word. Sean and the dealership did not try to play any games with me and my experience was one of the best experience I have had I’ve the past 20 years of purchasing a vehicle. I would highly recommend purchasing a car from this dealership and also working with Sean Bolden. Just a great guy and stands behind his words. Thank you very much for everything Sean. Was a pleasure dealing with you!!!
Amazing dealership and staff
I live in the Chicagoland area and was looking for a Taos with FWD, but for some reason there are no dealers with this SUV on its lot. After looking for this car online and doing some research, I was bombarded with phone calls and emails. Sean sent me a text with a video of the car and introduced himself in the video. Obviously I was hesitant to call Sean back because I would have to drive 2 hours to finalize a purchase, but am very glad I did. I worked things out with Sean prior to making the trip and Sean was true to his word. Sean and the dealership did not try to play any games with me and my experience was one of the best experience I have had I’ve the past 20 years of purchasing a vehicle. I would highly recommend purchasing a car from this dealership and also working with Sean Bolden. Just a great guy and stands behind his words. Thank you very much for everything Sean. Was a pleasure dealing with you!!!
- 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 new car
- Did make a purchase
Pat, we are happy to learn that you had a satisfactory experience. Our Sales Team of professionals always aims to provide the best car-buying experience we can offer to our customers. Thank you so much for providing your feedback. We appreciate your business at Lafayette Volkswagen. Congratulations on your Volkswagen Taos!
Very happy 2023 VW Taos owner
I have been looking to get a new lease and had looked and got quotes in April. Decided to wait and explore my options. Then McKenzie called me this month about some new deals. She got me some quotes and they were able to locate the exact vehicle I was wanting (2023 Taos, Pure Gray)! This vehicle has more options than I even thought about! Within a weeks time of getting the quote and putting down a deposit for them to locate one, I drove away with a brand new ride! Derek kept me informed on the status and when I was able to come get it. Derek and Alex sat with me in the car and showed me all the cool things with the vehicle. Alex helped get My VW app installed and up and running. I want to thank all of them, I am a very happy new car owner!!
Very happy 2023 VW Taos owner
I have been looking to get a new lease and had looked and got quotes in April. Decided to wait and explore my options. Then McKenzie called me this month about some new deals. She got me some quotes and they were able to locate the exact vehicle I was wanting (2023 Taos, Pure Gray)! This vehicle has more options than I even thought about! Within a weeks time of getting the quote and putting down a deposit for them to locate one, I drove away with a brand new ride! Derek kept me informed on the status and when I was able to come get it. Derek and Alex sat with me in the car and showed me all the cool things with the vehicle. Alex helped get My VW app installed and up and running. I want to thank all of them, I am a very happy new car owner!!
- 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 new car
- Did make a purchase
Thank you for the 5-star review, Tracy. Congratulations on your new 2023 Volkswagen! We are thrilled to learn that you had a very informative and helpful experience with our Sales Department. It brings us joy to know that you are very happy with your new car. We greatly appreciate your business and we hope to see you again in the future at Lafayette Volkswagen. Take care.
Horrible sales experience!
DO NOT EVER SHOP HERE!! Called and spoke with Sean Bolden about a Volkswagen Jetta we were ready to purchase for our 16 year old son. We asked for all the details and specifics. Once we heard about it, we told him we would like to purchase and would be there the same evening to finish the paperwork and drive it home. Sean offered to have it detailed for us due to it smelling like cigarette smoke and said it would be ready to take home at 6pm.We filled out the online application and gave him all the information he asked for. My wife arranged to get off work early to pick it up. One hour prior to us leaving, Sean called us and informed us that they sold the car to someone else. They are a very dirty and shady business! I wouldn't even give them a star but its required for the post!
Horrible sales experience!
DO NOT EVER SHOP HERE!! Called and spoke with Sean Bolden about a Volkswagen Jetta we were ready to purchase for our 16 year old son. We asked for all the details and specifics. Once we heard about it, we told him we would like to purchase and would be there the same evening to finish the paperwork and drive it home. Sean offered to have it detailed for us due to it smelling like cigarette smoke and said it would be ready to take home at 6pm.We filled out the online application and gave him all the information he asked for. My wife arranged to get off work early to pick it up. One hour prior to us leaving, Sean called us and informed us that they sold the car to someone else. They are a very dirty and shady business! I wouldn't even give them a star but its required for the post!
- 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
- Shopped for a used car
- Did not make a purchase
Hello Melissa, We would appreciate the opportunity to speak with you regarding a Volkswagen Jetta and your experience with our Sales Team here at Lafayette Volkswagen. Please initiate contact directly so we can discuss this further. Thank you, Nick Schenkel General Manager nschenkel@fivestaronline.net
Choice this place
Very nice business oriented place. They work with you and treat you like a customer instead of someone who is bothering them. I was out of state had ever thing set up for me when I got there even negotiated the price over the phone.
Choice this place
Very nice business oriented place. They work with you and treat you like a customer instead of someone who is bothering them. I was out of state had ever thing set up for me when I got there even negotiated the price over the phone.
- 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 new car
- Did make a purchase
Hello and thank you for giving our Sales Team such a highly-rated review. We are glad to learn that our Sales Team assisted in setting up everything for you. We appreciate your business at Lafayette Volkswagen and welcome you back anytime.
Sales staff was friendly, and professional!
Sales team is very friendly, Isaac Gomez was very thorough and payed attention to my needs and wants. He went above and beyond to provide me with quality customer service and stayed on top of communication, highly recommended using him for your next car buying experience.
Sales staff was friendly, and professional!
Sales team is very friendly, Isaac Gomez was very thorough and payed attention to my needs and wants. He went above and beyond to provide me with quality customer service and stayed on top of communication, highly recommended using him for your next car buying experience.
- Customer service 4.0
- Buying process 4.0
- Quality of repair 4.0
- Overall facilities 4.0
- Overall experience 4.0
- Does recommend this dealer
- Shopped for a new car
- Did make a purchase
Nikkie, we're happy that we could provide a fantastic car-buying experience. We are happy to see our Sales Team at Lafayette Volkswagen was very attentive and thorough and provided quality customer service. We thank you for your recommendation.
James made it easy!
I had a great experience working with Lafayette VW. James made the trade in and purchase process easy and was supportive throughout! Would for sure work with them again.
James made it easy!
I had a great experience working with Lafayette VW. James made the trade in and purchase process easy and was supportive throughout! Would for sure work with them again.
- 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 new car
- Did make a purchase
Hello Kate, we are glad you enjoyed a great experience working with our Sales Team at Lafayette Volkswagen. Thank you for your positive review and for trusting us with your purchasing needs. We are here if you need any further assistance.
Worst service dealership
Worst dealership ever! took my car in for axle and boot replacement. The service advisor: Chris Schiro was the worst service advisor. he looked at me and judged me thinking I wouldn’t be able to afford the repairs. He asked me several times if I want to think about it because he’s had people complain about the cost of service. Then he went in and kept talked to the two ladies at service desk who laughed and looked at me while he talked. I was behind a glass wall couldn't hear exactly what was being said. I was Given a quote and they were performed an inspection however they had to order parts. At this time I had no oil leak, my car is well maintained no one ever mentioned oil leak before that and I had no other issues with the car other than the axle issue that I needed them to fix. Later that day, I had to call them to get a status update and came back picked my car up, then pulled up to my house garage and I noticed a massive oil leak. When I called I was told they'd look at it when we got the parts when we received the parts which was to be in two days. A week later they hadn't called. I called the lady who answered did not apologize but told me that The service advisor left unexpectedly and they were overwhelmed as they have a pretty bad scheduling company etc. they did not apologize and scheduled me for an appointment 5 days later. Today I pick up my car still oil leaking, my axle isn't changed yet I paid $2800 no one called to let me know my car was ready. Zero communication. Not even a service summary call. My car is running like it got messed up really bad, it doesn’t start when you turn it on and has a loud clanking noise like the axle was totally screwed. Now I have to find a mechanic to fix VW mess. Thanks to the worst VW dealership. If there was zero star, that’s what they’d get or even negative stars.
Worst service dealership
Worst dealership ever! took my car in for axle and boot replacement. The service advisor: Chris Schiro was the worst service advisor. he looked at me and judged me thinking I wouldn’t be able to afford the repairs. He asked me several times if I want to think about it because he’s had people complain about the cost of service. Then he went in and kept talked to the two ladies at service desk who laughed and looked at me while he talked. I was behind a glass wall couldn't hear exactly what was being said. I was Given a quote and they were performed an inspection however they had to order parts. At this time I had no oil leak, my car is well maintained no one ever mentioned oil leak before that and I had no other issues with the car other than the axle issue that I needed them to fix. Later that day, I had to call them to get a status update and came back picked my car up, then pulled up to my house garage and I noticed a massive oil leak. When I called I was told they'd look at it when we got the parts when we received the parts which was to be in two days. A week later they hadn't called. I called the lady who answered did not apologize but told me that The service advisor left unexpectedly and they were overwhelmed as they have a pretty bad scheduling company etc. they did not apologize and scheduled me for an appointment 5 days later. Today I pick up my car still oil leaking, my axle isn't changed yet I paid $2800 no one called to let me know my car was ready. Zero communication. Not even a service summary call. My car is running like it got messed up really bad, it doesn’t start when you turn it on and has a loud clanking noise like the axle was totally screwed. Now I have to find a mechanic to fix VW mess. Thanks to the worst VW dealership. If there was zero star, that’s what they’d get or even negative stars.
- Customer service 1.0
- Buying process —
- 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
Brenda, I would appreciate the chance to speak with you regarding your recent interactions with our Service Team. When you have a moment, please feel free to reach out to me directly. I look forward to discussing this further. Thank you, Nick Schenkel General Manager nschenkel@fivestaronline.net
Mackenzie! Best salesperson!
Mackenzie Braden is AWESOME! On time, fast, honest and a joy to work with! We have never bought a car as fast as this experience was! Thank you, Chris and Marla Fahl
Mackenzie! Best salesperson!
Mackenzie Braden is AWESOME! On time, fast, honest and a joy to work with! We have never bought a car as fast as this experience was! Thank you, Chris and Marla Fahl
- Customer service 5.0
- Buying process 4.0
- Quality of repair 4.0
- Overall facilities 5.0
- Overall experience 5.0
- Does recommend this dealer
- Shopped for a used car
- Did make a purchase
Hi Chris, It is wonderful to know that our team was honest, awesome, and a joy to work with. Enjoy your purchase and thank you for choosing Lafayette Volkswagen. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do for you.
Outstanding car buying experience
Hands down best car buying experience ever. Straightforward process and the staff is fast and efficient. Salesperson Alex is outstanding; sales manger Mike was upfront and reasonable; finance Chris was great! A+ experience.
Outstanding car buying experience
Hands down best car buying experience ever. Straightforward process and the staff is fast and efficient. Salesperson Alex is outstanding; sales manger Mike was upfront and reasonable; finance Chris was great! A+ experience.
- 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 new car
- Did make a purchase
Glad we could help you find a new car! We look forward to taking care of you in the future! Thanks for stopping at Lafayette Volkswagen!