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I bought my car from this dealership ten years ago and had no problems with the actual purchase. This review is about the service I received when there was a problem with the car. I went over a pothole recently, and my car developed a rattle over the left front wheel. I took it to National Tyres in Accrington. They found a plastic component had broken off inside the wheel well. They replaced it - for free - and advised me to take it into the dealership if the rattling did not stop. I had been reluctant to do this, because I do not like dealing dealing with the service manager at Rufus Carr. I have found him to be rude and dismissive in the past. No one likes to be belittled, especially when spending money; his attitude had made me nervous of going in to collect my car. Unfortunately, the rattling started again, so on July 1st, I took my vehicle to Rufus Carr, and asked them to investigate the rattling. The service manager phoned me later. He told me, amongst other things, that my car had been extremely poorly maintained, and had obviously never had any money spent on it. He told me that he did not know how I had been driving it, and that it was not fit or safe to drive, although, curiously, he did let me drive it home. He told me that the car needed between £3,000 and £4,000 spending on it, but that it would not be worth it. He did not find the cause of the rattle. I took the car to an independent garage for a second opinion. The mechanic there told me that it was an honest car for its age, and that there was nothing seriously wrong with it. He showed me underneath the car where the corrosion was, and explained that eventually it would need the parts, as listed by the service manager at Rufus Carr, replacing, but that it was not imminent. He told me that the total cost of the work would be about £700, very different from the £3,000 to £4,000 quoted by the service manager at Rufus Carr. He also found the cause of the rattle, a broken spring, which the service manager at Rufus Carr had failed to do, probably because he could not be bothered to look hard enough, or possibly due to lack of experience. In conclusion, I would not recommend this garage because of the attitude of the service manager. If you are prepared to travel a few miles, I would recommend National Tyres or Belgarth Garages in Accrington. They are all good lads there, and have never made me feel uncomfortable. I will not be going back to Rufus Carr in Clitheroe.
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I purchased a brand new van with a trade in over the phone as I'm 5 hours away. Robert Bullock couldnt have done anything more, email correspondence immediately, nothing was too much trouble, all requests were complete, the numerous extra including paint protection, seat covers, detachable tow bar were all sorted to perfection. I would certainly travel 5 hours again without doubt as no other dealerships can perform like this. If you have any doubts speak to Robert and he will sort concerns you have. Thank you so much for all your assistance
Welcome to Rufus Carr, your Ford vehicle experts. We provide the best quality new and used Ford vehicles across Clitheroe, Lancashire.
Our aim is to provide the highest level of customer care and service. All of our staff are extremely helpful and friendly, and are always on hand to assist you with any questions. If it's a part exchange valuation, test drive or even a question about how you can finance your new vehicle, speak to us today and we will help you through each step.
We are always here for you when you need us, which is reflected in the fact that we are open seven days a week, giving you plenty of time to come and explore our current range of new and approved used Ford vehicles.
For more details on the variety of services available at our dealership, contact our showroom directly on the phone number provided, fill out an online enquiry or request a call back and one of our advisers will get back to you as soon as possible.
To book a test drive, call or visit our showroom in Clitheroe, Lancashire to arrange an appointment.
Deals in: 4x4s, Cars, Vans
Manufacturers: Sells a variety of makes and models
Franchise Dealership
founded in 1928
Rufus Carr Ltd
Bawdlands Garage
Clitheroe
Lancashire
BB7 2LA
Mon | 09:00 - 18:00 |
Tue | 09:00 - 18:00 |
Wed | 09:00 - 18:00 |
Thu | 09:00 - 18:00 |
Fri | 09:00 - 18:00 |
Sat | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Sun | 11:00 - 16:30 |
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