Reputable Car Dealerships? (Anchorage, Hope: 2015, buying, luxury)

[Haolejohn]

The family is in the market for a newer (2015 to new) vehicle. We are considering buying without actually going to the dealership (I know there are risks, but it is quite common for bush dwellers to do this), so we are looking for reputable dealerships in Anchorage or even Seattle. There is a possibility, we will be making a trip to Anchorage in January, but we are trying to avoid (small kids start adding up on the costs) a family trip.

Won't be able to get the vehicle to us until April, and we are fine with that. We just want something a little newer and a little more dependable than what we have.

Used or new dealerships are fine.

[RexLan]

Why not just buy the cheapest junker you can fine. Can't be a long walk if it is in the village. When it dies just push it off to the side and go get another one ... that is the village way - yes?

There are no reputable dealers. All of them are probably honest but they are there for the same reason you go to work - to make a buck. Unfortunately most people think car dealers are making millions and ripping them off - little do they know. You're probably doing as well as they are and with no risk. So I'd say you can chose any you like and will get the same level of service and likely they are honest people.

[pittsflyer]

Originally Posted by RexLan

Why not just buy the cheapest junker you can fine. Can't be a long walk if it is in the village. When it dies just push it off to the side and go get another one ... that is the village way - yes?

There are no reputable dealers. All of them are probably honest but they are there for the same reason you go to work - to make a buck. Unfortunately most people think car dealers are making millions and ripping them off - little do they know. You're probably doing as well as they are and with no risk. So I'd say you can chose any you like and will get the same level of service and likely they are honest people.

That's probably true now days since Worthington Ford no longer exists, they were truly pieces work. Hopefully Kendall fired all their salesmen too.

[Hiruko]

Trust the Yelp reviews. Those are more accurate than other websites. In general, I trust franchise dealerships more. However, I was recently burned by a luxury franchise dealership in my area. I am going to have to take them to court.

[Haolejohn]

Originally Posted by RexLan

Why not just buy the cheapest junker you can fine. Can't be a long walk if it is in the village. When it dies just push it off to the side and go get another one ... that is the village way - yes?

There are no reputable dealers. All of them are probably honest but they are there for the same reason you go to work - to make a buck. Unfortunately most people think car dealers are making millions and ripping them off - little do they know. You're probably doing as well as they are and with no risk. So I'd say you can chose any you like and will get the same level of service and likely they are honest people.

I wouldn't say I live in a village. I have a 8 mile commute to work...lol
And we have paved roads and a police force.

I've seen some ads recently with some of the dealerships in Anchorage that offer no hassle buying. Kind of like carmax down south.

[Haolejohn]

Originally Posted by Hiruko

Trust the Yelp reviews. Those are more accurate than other websites. In general, I trust franchise dealerships more. However, I was recently burned by a luxury franchise dealership in my area. I am going to have to take them to court.

One in Buckhead?

[Hiruko]

Originally Posted by Haolejohn

One in Buckhead?

Chicagoland

[Northrick]

Originally Posted by Haolejohn

I've seen some ads recently with some of the dealerships in Anchorage that offer no hassle buying.

It really is no hassle IF you just agree to the price they give you. Otherwise, maybe, maybe not.


I've dealt with Worthington Ford buying a used truck and they were actually fine. Much better than I thought they were going to be. There were several issues that got resolved quickly and in a way I was happy with. However, it's now Kendall Ford and I haven't dealt with them.


I've also dealt with Continental Subaru for two new Subarus. While they did nothing unethical, they sure don't give those away. They know what it costs to get one bought down south up here and price theirs accordingly, because, hey, where else are you going to go? They'll tack on a "market fee" on top of the MSRP and options and about all you can hope for is to get them down to just the MSRP.


We did buy a used Mountaineer from Continental Honda across the street. That transaction was fairly straight forward.

Although we did not buy from them, Lyberger's seemed decent. I was looking for a truck with specific features and they did not have one. They were friendly about it, didn't try too hard to sell me something else, and we left with a bag of potatoes.

[pittsflyer]

Originally Posted by Northrick

It really is no hassle IF you just agree to the price they give you. Otherwise, maybe, maybe not.


I've dealt with Worthington Ford buying a used truck and they were actually fine. Much better than I thought they were going to be. There were several issues that got resolved quickly and in a way I was happy with. However, it's now Kendall Ford and I haven't dealt with them.


I've also dealt with Continental Subaru for two new Subarus. While they did nothing unethical, they sure don't give those away. They know what it costs to get one bought down south up here and price theirs accordingly, because, hey, where else are you going to go? They'll tack on a "market fee" on top of the MSRP and options and about all you can hope for is to get them down to just the MSRP.


We did buy a used Mountaineer from Continental Honda across the street. That transaction was fairly straight forward.

Although we did not buy from them, Lyberger's seemed decent. I was looking for a truck with specific features and they did not have one. They were friendly about it, didn't try too hard to sell me something else, and we left with a bag of potatoes.

I got a tundra from Kendal and it was a great experience and I felt I got a good deal, it was a brand new truck.

[Haolejohn]

Originally Posted by Northrick

It really is no hassle IF you just agree to the price they give you. Otherwise, maybe, maybe not.


I've dealt with Worthington Ford buying a used truck and they were actually fine. Much better than I thought they were going to be. There were several issues that got resolved quickly and in a way I was happy with. However, it's now Kendall Ford and I haven't dealt with them.


I've also dealt with Continental Subaru for two new Subarus. While they did nothing unethical, they sure don't give those away. They know what it costs to get one bought down south up here and price theirs accordingly, because, hey, where else are you going to go? They'll tack on a "market fee" on top of the MSRP and options and about all you can hope for is to get them down to just the MSRP.


We did buy a used Mountaineer from Continental Honda across the street. That transaction was fairly straight forward.

Although we did not buy from them, Lyberger's seemed decent. I was looking for a truck with specific features and they did not have one. They were friendly about it, didn't try too hard to sell me something else, and we left with a bag of potatoes.

Continental Subaru is one I'm curious about. I've considered the buying down south and driving it back thought.

Gotta decide.