Eastgate Ford

I am writing this review to voice my frustration with my recent vehicle purchase of a 2017 convertible Mustang GT and to give praise where it is due. I will say that my experience with Nick Byckalo was grea recent vehicle purchase of a 2017 convertible Mustang GT and to give praise where it is due. I will say that my experience with Nick Byckalo was great. Nick was very professional and assisted me throughout my purchasing experience and looked into the concerns I had when I purchased the vehicle right away regarding a blown speaker, loose parking brake, and rear passenger window off its track. Logan McMahon was also extremely helpful in getting me a good price on the extended warranty and an even lower interest rate on the loan than I initially agreed on. My problem/concern is with the service department for not properly diagnosing the issue with my speaker and the lack of response from senior dealership staff. On 19 April 2021 after I test drove the vehicle, I pointed out to Nick (prior to purchase) that the driver side speaker sounded tinny and distorted. I still went ahead with the purchase. When I took possession of the vehicle on 21 April 2021, I drove the vehicle to a mall parking lot in order to take some pictures and familiarize myself with the vehicle prior to taking my family for a drive. When I put the windows down and back up, I realized the rear passenger window was off track. I phoned Nick to let him know about the window and asked what could be done. Nick asked how far away I was and had me return to the dealership. Nick checked out the issue and said he would talk to the service department. The issue with the window and the loose parking brake was solved right away the next day and I was told the speakers would take 5+ days to arrive from the United States. On 03 May 2021 the bottom door speakers on both sides of the car were replaced. I went to the dealership that afternoon to pick up the car. As soon as I got into my car, I tried out the voice commands and all other media formats. The middle speaker on the driver side still had the blown tinny sound. I went right back in and advised Caitlin Dalziel that the issue was still there and was extremely noticeable when using the balance feature. The driver side midrange speaker was very staticky and the passenger side sounded fine. As it was the end of the day and the staff were starting to head out, I was told that they would speak with Nick and the Used Car manager to get the approval for a replacement speaker. I said I would also send a follow-up email when I got home. On 05 May I received a response to my email and brought my car in later that day where it was confirmed that the speaker was indeed the issue and a replacement would be ordered from the United States. At this time, I advised Caitlin that I would be travelling to Edmonton for work and would be self-isolating prior to my travel (10 days) and might potentially need someone to pick up the car from my house to have the service completed. As of 17 May 2021, I had not received any updates. I called Caitlin and was advised that my speaker was in but the service department was very busy so there would be no way of getting my car in prior to my Wednesday departure date. I was advised that as I will be travelling out of province, my vehicle will have to wait until two weeks past my return (16 Jun 2021). I work in health care and absolutely did not have an issue with the isolation period upon my return. My issue was with the initial mis-diagnostic and the fact that I was without use of my stereo/sirius trial subscription, handsfree calling etc. for 2 months by the time the speaker would have been replaced. I sent an email to Lance Richter voicing my praise for some of his staff, and my concerns regarding the service dept. Years ago, when Gary Stone was working at Eastgate, I had excellent service experiences. Upon his departure I did have an issue or two with the service as did a co-worker and another member of my family. It was around that time that I switched to Mohawk Ford and the difference in service was night and day. I even went on to purchase a brand new 2017 Escape from Mohawk and they have been amazing. When I started looking for a Mustang, I happened to be in the right place and the right time with Eastgate having exactly what I was looking for (manual, low kms, black, convertible, GT). I just wish I could count on the service department. Even though I have had bad experiences with service in the past, I tried keeping an open mind and considered having the Mustang serviced at Eastgate. That blown speaker was extremely noticeable and should have never been missed by a professional service department with proper troubleshooting and quality control. Prior to leaving my online review I felt it best to bring my concern to the attention of the service manager as Lance had not responded to my 17 May 2021 email outlining my concerns and I wanted to give the dealership the benefit of the doubt seeing as there may have been a disconnect in communication. My email to the service manager Robert: “After reaching out to Lance, I waited 17 days (with no response) prior to purchasing the replacement for the blown speaker myself in order to fix the issue. When my wife brought the speaker home on 3 Jun 2021, I went to remove the door panel and the handle cover fell out the instant I placed the panel removal tool behind it (without applying any force). *I attached a picture of the broken cover* This is the condition I found the handle cover in with none of the broken clips anywhere to be seen which means: 1. It was already broken when the service department changed the lower woofer speakers and nobody advised me; or 2. It was broken during the replacement of the lower woofer speakers and nobody advised me After purchasing a replacement for the handle cover and swapping the speaker, I have no further issues with my audio system. Again, I hope this has just been a disconnect in communication instead of concerns being ignored. I had a great experience with sales, finance, and parts. Just currently disappointed about the service and damage to my vehicle.” Roberts response: “Looking at the cover it would indicate that it has been removed several times, which causses the taps to break off. I am assuming that it was broken before we took it off and because we received the car from the previous owner this way, we wouldn’t replace the part if it stayed in place. “ The cover sits behind the door handle and did have enough tension to keep it in place, but if parts happen to have broken clips but are not brought to the attention of the owner because they “stay in place”, who knows what damage already exists or can be done to panels, covers, threaded parts, etc… Again, The Sales and Finance team are excellent. I am concerned with the service department and lack of response from the dealer principal when legitimate concerns are raised. Back when I had a Toyota and simply mentioned to the service manager at Upper James Toyota that after service my windshield washer reservoir cap was left open and oil was spilled over the engine cover, they offered me the next oil change on the house. I spent $80.20 out of pocket to properly fix the blown speaker and broken cover myself without so much as an acknowledgement to my concerns. I do not trust my vehicles to be serviced there in the future. I just wanted a solution to my problem of going 2 months without being able to enjoy my stereo and hands free phone calls, or some guarantee that in future there will be a better attention to detail and quality control that will catch an issue so obvious as a blown speaker. More

Brought my 2015 Ford Edge in for 20S42 Recall for front brake hoses on June 7, 2021 at 9am as scheduled and was told it would take approximately 2 hrs. The vehicle was working great, but when I inquired a brake hoses on June 7, 2021 at 9am as scheduled and was told it would take approximately 2 hrs. The vehicle was working great, but when I inquired at 1pm as to the status of my vehicle I was told that the mechanic had broken the caliper and the vehicle was undriveable and needed to be kept over night until they could get parts to correct the issue. The service dept. would call in the morning to update as to the progress. Needless to say I never recieved a call so I called them only to find out that the part was on back order and it would be some time before they could obtain and replace the broken part. I inquired about a loaner vehicle in the meantime to which they had none nor would they authorize a rental until the repair was completed. I am in day 2 without a vehicle and no indication of when my SUV will be repaired. Talking to Robert Fricker (the service manager) was an exercise in futility. I have since contacted a Ford service representative and he has assured me that he would investigate the situation and expedite the solution. He was to contact me at around 2pm (June 8, 2021) and as of yet no contact. I was better off not bringing in my perfectly running SUV for the 20S42 recall. More

Update (June 4th):I received a call from Rick a few days Update (June 4th): I received a call from Rick a few days after our visit. He apologized for how he treated us. I wasn't expecting a call, so it was Update (June 4th): I received a call from Rick a few days after our visit. He apologized for how he treated us. I wasn't expecting a call, so it was appreciated. Of course I can't help but wonder whether he was forced to make the call or not. I'd like to think it was sincere, but it's hard to tell with a 'sales consultant'... Original Review: Visited today with my Fiance to look at and test drive a 2015 Ford Fiesta xx. All was going well with Rick who was assisting us from the Pre-Owned Centre. I visually inspected the car for overall condition and found both front wheels with horrendous curb rash (along with the right rear wheel with moderate curb rash), all four red-painted calipers in poor condition with about 30% missing paint, multiple long deep scratches on the rear bumper, a 6" wide section of deep vertical scratches on the front bumper next to the left headlight, and both driver and passenger-side front quarter-panels with gouged paint (to the metal frame) - these are all indicators that the car was abused by its original owner(s). The drive went well - I had asked Rick for a recommended highway route, and he gave me three options. We drove for about 15 minutes - stopping to test the audio system out - and returned with Rick outside ready to take us into his office. After a few minutes of sitting down and looking through the CarFax report, we came to the topic of price. I brought up the fact that there are currently four other Fiesta xx's locally with similar age and mileage for $13,500-14,500 and so I asked if the listed price of $17,992 was negotiable with that in mind (on top of the exterior damage to paint, wheels and calipers). Rick told me to say a price. As soon as I said a price ($13,000), Rick raised his voice and accused me of insulting him (as if this little battered '15 Fiesta was his personal pride and joy) and said he hoped we enjoyed our "free joyride." My fiance attempted to point out his unprofessional reaction and he had the audacity to interrupt and argue with her... This is *not* how you react to a potential buyer's offer at any dealership... Was my original offer a bit too low? Probably. But that's how negotiations work. I could not believe to read that Rick has 41 years of service with Ford on their website. Rick - if you don't like an offer, politely decline and end the meeting. It should have been as simple as that. We will never consider Eastgate Ford for any of our future car purchases after what happened today. More

Terrible service. They soaked me for 6K in work and advisor said o2 sensor was on order. Was not on bill and advisor is nowhere to be found. Will not go back there again. advisor said o2 sensor was on order. Was not on bill and advisor is nowhere to be found. Will not go back there again. More

Garbage dealership. Lousy service. Brought my 2018 Escpae in for driver seat repair under warranty. Seat cover had stretched and needed to be replaced. Ford said it was due to a collapsed seat cushion and ag in for driver seat repair under warranty. Seat cover had stretched and needed to be replaced. Ford said it was due to a collapsed seat cushion and agreed to replace it. When I brought it in I sat around waiting for more than 3 hours only to be told that it they had received the wrong seat cushion and they would have to put the seat back together then come back when they received the right cushion. Round two they came and picked up the car then worked on it then brought it back. I was told that cushion had been replaced and that seat fixed. As soon as I got in I noticed metal clips on the floor and that the seat would make a very annoying clicking noise when ever I went over a bump. Next called back and they came and took the car once again. I then got a phone call from the service rep telling me that the click was normal, that she and the service manager had pressed on other seats in new vehicles in the lot and that they made the same noise. Further I was told that Ford would not go any further with the claim. A time as then set for them to drop my car off and was left waiting in a nearby parking lot for more than 40 minutes. just before they arrived I called to see why they were taking so lone to which the service rep informed me that they first had to run an errand for the owner of the dealership. Now, months later I'm still having to put up with a old, worn sounding driver seat in a still new car. Finally, the Tech who worked on seat needs to go back to school for more & better training or should be fired. More

I was amazed at the unbelievable arrogance and dishonesty that my Mother received from the service department. She purhased her car from this dealership and faithfully had all service and repairs through th that my Mother received from the service department. She purhased her car from this dealership and faithfully had all service and repairs through them. Last week she brought her car in for regular service (oil change and tire rotation). They called to tell her they found many issues and the bill would be about $2,389.00. I advised my mom to proceed with the oil change and air in tires, rotation $109.54. We took the car to another mechanic for a 2nd opinion. Had it examined from top to bottom with pictures of the motor and parts Ford said needed to be addressed. All that need to be done, and this was not a 911 but should be considered was Valve Cover Gasket – Removed and Replaced. Total with tax and service $322.00. It goes without saying they lost a dependable customer that day, however I’m sure they couldn’t care less. GET A 2ND OPINION BEFORE YOU APPROVE REPAIRS FROM THIS LOCATION. More

Took a new car in for a leak, they said its fixed. Shortly after had a number of electrical issues. Issues would happen after a rain fall or a car wash. We asked to check as there could be other leaks Shortly after had a number of electrical issues. Issues would happen after a rain fall or a car wash. We asked to check as there could be other leaks. The dealer said none were found. It was take in a number of times over 6-7 months of the original leak. Everytime the car went it we got “cant replicate it”, “this is normal characteristics”. Today we discover wet rear carpets again. This place is a joke, i regret buying from them as they do not stand behind their product. More

Do Not Purchase a vehicle from them! I can’t even begin to tell you how disappointed I am with my decision to purchase a used car from Eastgate Ford in Hamilton, Ontario. Some backgro I can’t even begin to tell you how disappointed I am with my decision to purchase a used car from Eastgate Ford in Hamilton, Ontario. Some background. In February 6, 2020 I purchased a used Ford Focus from Eastgate Ford. Overall at that time the experience was pretty smooth. I was fortunate that I was able to purchase both the car and also Ford’s extended insurance policy outright for cash. At the time, the only issue was when, at the time of signing my paperwork I was surprised, as was their own finance person and my salesperson that a car, which was supposed to be accident free, was in fact not accident free. It seems that the previous owner had a branch fall on the car hood and had repaired it. To be fair here it was evident that they were being honest with me about their not knowing this until I was sitting in the office with them. I was assured that the repair was “just cosmetic”. I signed the paperwork and drove off with my car. As everyone is aware, very quickly after this the world shut down. On March 18th, 2020 we were all put into COVID lockdown. As someone who lives with an 80-year old I took the order seriously. By this time I had noticed that my weather stripping on the passenger door was damaged. Additionally, during the lockdown period I observed that a small section of the clear coat on my paint on the front right passenger side just disappeared and it was dull underneath. I have owned cars for close to 40 years now and have NEVER experienced my paint being damaged. Especially for a car that was driven very little from the time it was purchased. However, given the lockdown I wasn’t able to get the matter looked after with Eastgate. Especially given that I live in Peel Region which has had a slower opening schedule. In fact, we have just this past Friday July 31st, 2020 went into Phase 3 while other regions, including Hamilton, were already there. On June 22nd, 2020 Peel region went into Phase 2. Like most people there was a laundry list of things that had to be addressed once we were able to move around a little bit and missed appointments that had to be rescheduled and completed. On July 6th,I left a message for my sales person, Brian Echlin, asking that he give me a call. I spoke with him on July 8th and advised him of the weather stripping and also the clear coat issue. I also sent him a picture of the item. Fast forward to August 5, 2020 when I took my car in. I had a couple of issues – two were the clear coat and weather stripping. In addition my transmission seemed to be not catching properly. Finally, I was changing my oil despite being 2500 kms under where I should be to change it – again, due to not driving it. With the transmission they advised that yes the clutch was very bad and would be replaced as still under warranty. However, imagine my surprise when I was informed that after speaking with their Used Car Sales Manager that the weather stripping AND paint clear coat matter was not being covered as I had waited too long. The fact that there was a global pandemic and I was not able to travel to their region until recently was irrelevant. Also, for some reason, even though we were all ordered in lockdown, their service department was open as they were deemed an essential service AND I was somehow supposed to have been aware of that. So now, if I want my weather stripping and paint repaired I will have to repair for it myself. All I can say is that they have fooled me – they seem and come across as honest and concerned and wanting to do the best for their customers. Obviously that is not the case. On top of everything, I have owned Fords all my life – my dad worked at the Oakville plant and we are a Ford Family. If they treat their family this way I can just imagine how they treat the public. All I can say is DO NOT BUY A CAR FROM EASTGATE FORD! More

I located The vehicle I wanted online late at night Brian in sales responded the next morning. The price was by far better than anywhere else. I took it for a test drive, we worked out some minor details and in sales responded the next morning. The price was by far better than anywhere else. I took it for a test drive, we worked out some minor details and closed the deal. they delivered it an hour away from Hamilton detailed and ready to go. Excellent communication skills and customer service. More

This place is a joke! Had an ST with a cracked cylinder head which was part of a recall they never informed me of and the engine caught fire out front of my house. Ford forced the dealer to replace my engi head which was part of a recall they never informed me of and the engine caught fire out front of my house. Ford forced the dealer to replace my engine. They lost hardware off my wipers, filled my seat and steering wheel with grease from the mechanic and never cleaned it. My charge pipe blew off because hose clamps weren't secured properly. My car was havi n electrical problems because the positive battery terminal wasn't properly connected. They quoted me 1700 for winter tires and tried telling me steel rims will "boil my brakes". Recently a module in my truck need to be replaced and after forcing me to pay for a diagnostic they didn't do they said "it doesn't have oil, you need a new engine" Do not go here unless you like getting ripped off! Everyone there is rude and assumes you don't know anything. I never once told them I work for Ford or that I build Ford vehicles for a living. These people shame this whole industry. Not trustworthy! Only the person selling me my cars was any good, but of course they have nothing to do with service. More