Author Archives: Kay Bangle

Feedback – November 2024

November 2024

“Always very pleased with service.  I come from Ashford, I bought the car new, wouldn’t go anywhere else”.

“Service Desk Team always helpful.  I was helped with a minor problem, everything clearly explained before work was carried out, thank you”.

“I am very happy with the service I receive from Haynes Ford.  My experience is always excellent”.

“Great service and as soon as done, they were on the phone so I could collect the van”.

“All spot on, just keep it going”.

“Always been happy with the service from Haynes”.

“Very friendly staff”.

“Staff are always helpful and polite.  If extra work needed staff always ring to see if I want to go ahead with it.  They never make me feel awkward like some garages can.  Can’t think of anything that needs improving”.

“Staff are polite and answer all questions knowledgeably”.

“I called into Haynes and my problem with telephone connection on my car was solved and dealt with by the young men that served me.  He was polite, confident and nice to deal with”.

“Professional service, great communication from the staff in the office”.

“Sorted the issue with my new car very quickly and without fuss”.

“The Sales Executive provided a great service deal for renewing my car”.

Feedback – October 2024

October 2024

“The whole sales experience was thoroughly enjoyable.  The sales rep was extremely knowledgeable and helpful throughout.  She explained in detail all the choices available regarding vehicle specification and finance options.  She made the purchase very easy with no complications”

“Efficient process, each step explained, great progress video calls”.

“Prompt and let me know my car was ready earlier than requested”.

“Very helpful, pleasant service staff, service carried out within the expected time frame and car was cleaned nicely”.

“I was kept up to date and the staff are always very friendly and knowledgeable.  From ringing to book, through to paying, nothing was too much trouble.  I wouldn’t trust my car with anyone else”.

“Car went in for a recall on the driver’s airbag.  It was completed very quickly and I was treated with the utmost respect and courtesy.  Very pleased with the service”.

“Our Ford is an older model and we had been experiencing a problem where it did not recognise the key.  Your workshop had quickly identified and resolved the issue.  The staff kept us updated on the progress throughout.  Great service, very happy”.

“I’ve always had pleasant experiences both dealing with the sales and service departments in Maidstone which is why I chose to have my Transit serviced and MOT carried out in Maidstone rather than in my home town Ashford”.

“Great service as always”.

“Good communication, lovely clean car after service”.

“Friendly staff”.

“Really good experience from start to finish.  I wouldn’t suggest changing anything, thank you”.

“The service they gave was very good”.

“Great service and car knowledge”.

“The sales representative was extremely knowledgeable and helpful.  He explained clearly the options I had available.  He was effective, friendly and professional”.

“I do not think the service I received could be improved upon.  I was completely satisfied”.

“Good service as ever, friendly, helpful and satisfied with the quality of work undertaken on the car”.

“Service team listened to my problem.  Advised on the best course of action, were able to fit me in at a mutually agreed time and were extremely helpful.  On the day, I was treated with the utmost courtesy.  All members of the team very knowledgeable and respectful.  A thoroughly enjoyable experience”.

“The service was excellent from booking to completion and departure was easy, well managed and very hospitable”.

“The service received was most satisfactory from start to finish”.

“Everybody I spoke to was helpful and polite.  I booked at short notice and was fitted in”.

“I highlighted a problem with my car.  Haynes quickly ordered and fitted the broken part”.

“My car was looked after very well & ready on time, all in all a pleasing experience”.

“Pick up brilliant and service very good”.

“Managed to identify a fault with my lights and fixed the same day”.

“Everything meets my requirements”.

“The guys at front of house were friendly and helpful”.

“Everything from start to finish was perfect”.

“Always great service staff, they keep you updated and are always happy to answer questions or assist where possible”.

“Service was faultless”.

“Very good service and communication”.

“Everything was handled very efficiently.  Booking the appointment and communication during the morning was excellent.  I was able to pick up my cleaned car earlier than I had expected”.

“The drop off and collection were great.  I was nervous that the pricing wouldn’t be competitive but it was”.

“Everything is excellent”.

“Communication was regular and informative.  It was particularly helpful as the delivery of my car was delayed. This is my 6th car from Haynes and I have always been very happy with the service I have received”.

“Everything was fine, your sales assistants were extremely helpful and polite.  We found the whole experience relaxing and all our questions were answered”.

“Very good customer service”.

“Good collection service.  Good communication.  All round good”.

“The gentleman I spoke to told me they were fully booked but because my motorhome was still under warranty, he would try to fit it in, he said he would give me a call in a couple of hours so we went for a coffee into Ashford, after a couple of hours he phoned me to inform me they had found the ad blue injector problem and would be ready to collect in an hour.  I am very pleased with the service I received and the manner it was done in”.

“All good as usual”.

“Fast and efficient service received.  Good communications”.

“I booked my car in for its annual service.  A few days before I received a call from one of the staff who confirmed all my details and that my car was due a brake fluid change should I wish to go ahead with that.  On the day my car was promptly booked in.  When I returned to the showroom (ahead of collection time) I was continually kept up to date with how the service was progressing and how much longer it would be before the car was ready.  Polite and efficient service throughout”.

“As far as I am concerned, I do not consider any improvements necessary.  For me as with previous purchases, I was very content with the process and my treatment”.

“As a regular customer, I am happy with the level of service I have received.  The branch in Maidstone is very well organised and operated”.

“Sales assistant was very knowledgeable and helpful”.

“I don’t think Ford Haynes need to improve its service.  I have now bought five cars from Ford Haynes over a 25 year period and with its level of service and professionalism I would definitely buy my next car there and also recommend anyone else to buy one as well”.

“All good great service”.

“Overall excellent, feedback on the service was clear, items that were purchased to pass the MOT were explained.  Importantly things that may need replacing next time were brought to my attention”.

“The experience that I had at Haynes Maidstone was very good indeed.  I was kept informed on the progress of work by video.  Everyone was very polite and helpful in the showroom (service area).  I was also very pleased my car was valeted before collection”.

“Sales man was excellent and explained everything in great detail at the right level of technicality”.

“Very satisfied with the experience at Haynes Ford, Canterbury.  Very professional, friendly, informative advice.  All questions & queries answered in full.  Cannot praise the sales team we dealt with high enough.  Many thanks to all”.

“The Sales Executive in New Car Sales was friendly, knowledgeable and helpful, always taking time to explain things clearly and succinctly where necessary.  He maintained contact with me by phone, email and in person throughout the process, making the whole buying experience a pleasure”.

Feedback – September 2024

September 2024

“I have been with you for over 40 years.  That speaks for itself”.

“Very easy process.  The lady on the phone I arranged the service with was fab!  She was very friendly and put me at ease”.  The vehicle was collected from my house with ease and dropped back on time.  Everything was very smooth and car came back sparkling which was an added bonus”.

“Very impressed throughout”.

“Reasonably quick and efficient, instructions carried out as requested”.

“Very pleased with the service provided by the team at Haynes, Maidstone.  In particular how the follow up work and MOT was arranged in a timely manner.  It was of great help being provided a courtesy car”.

“First time contacted Haynes.  Everyone was polite and when dropping off and when to collect.  Very happy with pricing and best of all the car has Ford Assist in with its service.  The walk around video was excellent and notifications if any needs to be done.  Will be back next year again for MOT and service from now on”.

“It was all good”.

“Prompt attention to detail, car collected and returned.  Good job”.

“Picked car up on time, returned it clean and phoned to let us know you were coming”.

“Everything worked as it should.  All done and in good time”.

“Our Sales Executive at Haynes Ford, Maidstone has always given us great customer service over the last 9 – 10 years.  She contacted me when the new Puma came out and when one came into the store, I went to have a look at it.  I ordered one and she kept in contact with me to let me know what was happening and again when there was a delay.  I booked an appointment to pick it up and I’m enjoying getting to know the car and its new touch screen display.  I’m really happy with the service I have received with Haynes Ford, Maidstone”.

“Sales team were very friendly and helpful with the whole process”.

“Great service, could not fault.  Updated on day two that it was taking longer then expected but for me this was no issue at all.  Friendly staff, clean environment.  Glad I choose this dealership instead of my local one”.

“Nothing to improve.  Service at Maidstone Haynes is always excellent”.

“Everything was perfect.  I can’t see any way to improve a service which is excellent.”

“In my experience there is nothing to improve on the way they conduct their business or the way they do customer service”.

“Very efficient, very knowledgeable.  Would totally recommend”.

“Our Sales Executive from sales was extremely good and answered all my questions and concerns”.

“Easy to book, friendly & efficient Service Team.  All work completed as promised”.

“The team were exceptional.  Very professional and very helpful.  Always a pleasure dealing with them.  I’ve moved house but I still come back to Haynes, Maidstone”.

“Always had a good experience so nothing to suggest”.

“I have been in a service plan for many years and trust Ford to find and fix any issues.  The staff are excellent”.

“I have been using Haynes in Maidstone for the last must be 40 years.  My late husband and I have purchased all our Ford cars from them, plus I also had my NHS lease car again through Haynes.  Staff have always been so helpful and any worries I might have had they’ve checked the car over for me.  I am very appreciative that they come and collect my car for service and return.  It saves me long complicated bus journeys from and to.  The report on the service carried out is thorough and recommendations on worked needed in the future detailed.  Its great to be able to watch a video of all the checks.  As you can tell, I am very satisfied”.

“A good service all round, thank you”.

“Everything explained.  Prompt courteous service”.

“Our Sales Executive was so helpful and supportive of the whole process, made the whole experience easy.  Thank you so much”.

“The Service team at Haynes Ford kept me informed about every aspect of my car’s service and MOT.  They were helpful, professional and I definitely felt that they were doing everything they could to make sure the whole process went smoothly.  Even though I had not anticipated needing some major work done (cam belt replacement) they made sure that I was able to get the work completed in the same week”.

“Welcoming and kept me informed as service and MOT progressed”.

“Excellent customer service and reliability”.

“All staff I came into contact with were polite and really helpful”.

“Staff were very friendly and helpful”.  I was contacted with updates.  My car had a thorough valeting”.

“The whole check in procedure, as normal, was quick and professional after the nominated time the car was ready.  Cannot fault the Service Department as they did exactly as they said they would”.

“The provision of a video sent to me by the Ford technician carrying out my MOT and service was excellent and provides transparency and reassurance.  I trust Ford and was very pleased with the standard of work and customer service”.

“Usual great experience all round – many thanks!”

“Friendly, professional staff who kept me informed regarding when the car could be picked up.”

“Punctual and efficient service”.

“I was very pleased with all aspects of the service”.

“Our Sales Executive always gives excellent service 11 out of 10 and I would only deal with Haynes as a company”.

“I have been having my Ford Fiesta serviced by Haynes of Maidstone since I purchased the car.  I have been very pleased every year with the services and the annual checks and MOT.  The staff at Haynes have always been very efficient and helpful.  I have been very happy with Haynes and my Ford cars”.

“Service was performed in good time”.

“Awesome service, quick and efficient”.

“Always a top quality service”.

“When you learned we had to wait for our car to be serviced and MOT (we couldn’t go home, 10 miles away and no bus service) you fast tracked everything so we didn’t have to wait a long time”.

“The booking process, dropping off of the car and then picking the car up was all done very well (particularly the picking up element)”.

“MOT this time, all fine.  Chose to leave car and returned to a pleasant waiting area with hot drinks available.  Feel secure with this main dealer since purchasing car”.

“This was the first time I used Haynes for our MOT and I was four hours late in delivering the car.  I was grateful that the MOT could still happen, the team were so helpful and in a later phone call, clear in explaining what had to be checked”.

“I am a regular customer and as usual the sales person was excellent.  He went out of his way to accommodate my request and did his utmost to acquire a perfectly doable finance”.

“Your mobile engineer was very prompt, professional and personable”.    

Feedback – August 2024

August 2024

I have used Haynes for every MOT & service and always found you very good, informative and honest, wouldn’t use anyone else”.

“No1. Good price didn’t feel ripped off.  Good back up and pleasant people”.

“Good service carried out.  Received car on time and cleaned inside and out too”.

“Easy to book up and very organised from the start.  Video from the technician was helpful.  Completed quickly and informed me when it was ready to collect.  Went through the service paperwork when I collected my car.  Very thorough, polite and helpful, thank you”.

“Polite and competent service”.

“Pleasant efficient service”.

“Very professional, caring and friendly”.

“All Dealers should try to work to the same standard as Haynes”.

“1st class dealership.  Cares about its customer needs and strives to complete all works quickly and in a cost effective manner”.

“Easy to book at a time that suited me.  Booking in on the day simple and kept informed throughout”.

“Booking taken on at short notice and vehicle repaired quickly, even worked out cheaper than quoted”.

“Our Sales Executive was amazing.  Made sure that I went away a very happy customer”.

“Problem solved quickly and I was well informed.  Welcoming and chatty staff which is always nice”.

“Great service”.

“We are completely happy with the service we received from our Sales Executive at Haynes.  He was in constant contact and would respond promptly”.

“Excellent, car collected, service and MOT, received video of analysis”.

“Our salesman who we have dealt with over many years was and has always been extremely helpful.  We would always use him”.

“Excellent service”.

“They’re very helpful”.

“I’m satisfied with everything”.

“I was kept fully informed of progress.  Haynes had the spare parts in stock that were needed and were fitted the same afternoon so that I was able to drive home that afternoon with the MOT completed”.

“When I returned to collect my car approximately two hours later, I was pleased to see that it had been washed and was sparkling.  I also received breakdown cover for a year”.

“I was extremely pleased with the result.  Well done Haynes”.

“Communication was good from booking to the actual service.  Garage opening at 7.30 am is really helpful, dropping car off earlier makes getting to work on time easier.  Required work was well explained and price all matched up at the end”.

“Very helpful service reception and service done in less than a day, contacted when ready by reception team.  I am very happy with the service I received, thank you”.

“The whole process was smooth.  Great welcome from all staff”.

“Just keep up the good work.  Well done everyone”.

“Vehicle receipt was handled well and I was kept up to date on progress and additional costs.  The vehicle pick up was very good and courteous”.

“Prompt, professional service”.

“Great and swift service”.

“Recall on the car dealt with efficiently”.

“Excellent service, polite staff, work carried out to a high standard and at a very reasonable price, nice seating area if you are waiting”.

“A good experience”.

“Very efficient, very professional, approachable and kept me informed”.

“Fast friendly staff”.

“I was very happy with the help I was given by Haynes.  Very helpful, courteous and efficient”.

“Collected the car from my work, great service as meant I do not have to take a day off.  Informed well, liaised with Ford Protect and repaired car under warranty.  Returned car, very happy”.

“I was communicated with the whole way through the process.  It was made quick and easy and I had a clean car at the end.  No problems at all”.

“Our Sales Executive was amazing”.

“Exceptional customer service, thank you”.

“Staff extremely polite and helpful also very knowledgeable.  Also, I feel confident of the work undertaken on my car, by professional experienced mechanical engineers, so overall I am very satisfied with Haynes Maidstone”.

“The service was fast and efficient and communications were clear and timely.  The use of a Mach E courtesy car was much appreciated.  There is nothing that I can think of that would improve your service”.

“The staff were happy to help and have done excellent work on the car”.

“Everything perfect”.

Feedback – July 2024

July 2024

“Excellent, efficient, courteous and helpful experience every time and why we keep returning every year.  Thank you all”

“Friendly and helpful Sales Rep”.

“Excellent service as always”.

“My car was recently recalled by Ford for a brake hose replacement.  I have been a customer, both for servicing and car purchases with Haynes Ford for many years, so I asked them to carry out the necessary work.  As expected, everything was carried out to my entire satisfaction and I am happy to recommend their services.  I particularly find the collect and return option most convenient, thank you.”

“Can’t really think of anything.  Haynes Ford are a great ambassador for Ford and have been for many years”.

“They offered a great service as usual.  I’ve been using them for 10 years and I can honestly say that I have had no problems with my car between services.  From the very helpful man at reception so polite and got a date to suit me and the lovely lady that came to pick the car up and to return it after service.  With my experience with Haynes I hold them in high esteem for their politeness and friendly attitude, got my car back gleaming clean inside and out, they take good care of your car.  Recommend them 100%”.

“Perfect service, friendly efficient staff”.

“Very good experience all the way through”.

“All staff were really helpful from booking the car in to keeping me in touch with what needed doing too.  Letting me know the car was ready to pick up.  Have used Haynes of Maidstone for many years, always been happy with the service”.

“The staff on reception of the service desk are very polite and informative as to what will happen while they have your car.  They keep you updated about any information that you need to be told of about the car while its being worked on”.

“Very friendly, efficient experience”.

“In my experience I don’t think you can do anything to improve.  I am very happy with the service I got and will return next time my service is due”.

“Great fast friendly service”.

“The person who I liaised with was very professional and knowledgeable.  He was at the Service desk”.

“Very helpful with the enquiry, got the car in straight away to be checked over to make sure it was safe”

“Helpful and professional staff and always doing the effort to accommodate”.

“Kept me informed all the way.  Contact was efficient”.

“Helpful service reception staff with a flexible attitude”.

“This is the first time I have had a Ford dealership service my car and to be honest it was fantastic.  The greeting when we arrived was pleasant and polite and the service to the car was excellent, would recommend Ford without hesitation”.

“The whole experience at Haynes was excellent”.

“Polite and informative from start to finish”.

“Good communication, no hassle.  Works all done on time.  Staff are good”.

“Phone calls and emails were always answered promptly.  For us, Maidstone Haynes have been brilliant”.

“Service from our Sales Executive was friendly and really personable.  Always helpful and she was able to provide answers to all my questions.  The whole process was seamless, a testament to her professionalism”.

“Very friendly team and couldn’t do enough to advise”.

“Good customer service always keep me up to date with what is going on with my car”.

“Welcoming and courteous Service Department.  An equal courtesy car to my Mach E supplied, the work was completed within the two day promise and my car was returned valeted, all as promised”.

“Always helpful and informative”.

“Service reception staff were polite and friendly.  My service was completed early enough in the day for me to collect my vehicle and the same day which made things a lot easier for me”.

“The service I received was 1st class.  Friendly and accommodating as well as informative as has been the case since 1994”.

“Service & MOT as promised.  Courtesy car was good and clean”.

“A convenient appointment was made available to me and my vehicle received the necessary attention it required without any problems.  Polite and helpful staff at point of contact”.

“Collected my car and dropped back on time.  Clear information about why my car failed the MOT.  I like the video explanation of the service.  I like the AA roadside cover included”.

“Great service and I liked the video on health check.  Also, great to get 12 months road side assistance as part of the deal was brilliant”.

“Very good.  Efficient and expedited very timely! Typical of Ford now and always”.

“Don’t change but just get better still”.

“Great customer service experience.  Our Sales Executive was knowledgeable and was able to promptly find me a car model and finance package that met my needs”.

“Totally satisfied with the levels of service I received.  Well done to all”.

“Easy to book MOT and service at Maidstone.  Staff were friendly and helpful.  The price was good and I could keep my free Ford assistance.  Everything was clearly explained to me”.

“I was very happy with the service I received”.

“Excellent service from start to finish.  Each step was explained and communicated expertly and professionally and in a timely manner”.

“Easy to book car in and was clean and tidy when returned”.

“Vehicle was booked in quickly and fixed”.

“Quick and efficient service”.

“Efficient service reception.  Your Service Advisor had all the details for my Kuga’s safety recall update and explained the process clearly.  He called me (as agreed) 90 minutes later when the car was ready for collection.  A hassle free experience”.

“Sales team very helpful & informative – arrangements for test drive & subsequent collection of chosen vehicle went smoothly”.

“I can’t fault them.  My clutch broke, they fixed it quickly under warranty.  No hassle”.

“Very friendly people and service experience was very easy”.

“Everything from the initial phone call to the in-person service on the day of the servicing was excellent.  You have a great team”.

“I was very happy with the level of service received when purchasing my new car.  The Sales Executive was really helpful and knowledgeable and went out of his way to find a good solution for me”.

“Very efficient, done on time.  Reasonable price, good communication”.

“Nice service”.

“The service desk team were very helpful, polite and efficient”.

“Staff are friendly, very helpful and knowledgeable”.

“All was ok, very good job done”.

“Helpful staff”.

“All service staff that I dealt with were friendly and helpful.  I was provided with an estimate for the cost of the work that was needed and this was stuck to.  Van was even brought round to the front when I came to collect it”.

“Very helpful”.

“Staff were friendly and helpful, video of the car service was much appreciated and a good job done as always”.

“As always it was great service from Haynes”.

“I was very satisfied with all the service I received during my motorhome’s MOT.  I also enjoyed the breakfast I had at the café recommended by your Service Manager while the MOT was being completed”.

Feedback – June 2024

June 2024

“The experience was pleasant and professional, my car was booked in quite quickly, a like for like car was provided, the work was completed within given time and I was kept informed.  Dealing with staff was a pleasure too.  Couldn’t have done better”.

“All was carried out in a professional manner”.

“I personally experienced very good customer service, the guys at the dealership were very clear, informative and explained everything I needed to know, there were no surprise costs, add on works etc”.

“Always welcoming, kept up to date with timings never let me down”.

“Quick, efficient, economic and friendly service.  Good on customer information and care”.

“Experience was seamless”.

“The sales person was friendly and extremely helpful throughout the buying process, kept me updated with emails and video messages”.

“It all worked seamlessly so very satisfied”.

“Aside from the fact we really liked the car we saw in the showroom, my wife and I were impressed with the salesperson with whom we dealt.  He was not pushy, but he was very knowledgeable about the product and willing to allow us time to look and ask questions”.

“Staff were very friendly, I was early and they were clearly very busy with their morning routine but they interrupted that to greet me, booked me in and made sure I was comfortable. There was a lovely atmosphere in the reception with friendly, positive conversation and warm greeting between colleagues as they arrived.  Looks like a nice place to work which generally means good work done”.

“Excellent communication from dealership, car back a lot sooner than I was expecting”.

“Ford Haynes were very good”.

“Nothing can be improved from the experience I’ve had, the MOT was carried out and the staff members were very friendly and processional.  Happy with my experience”.

“Simply really happy with service I expect from Ford”.

“I was kept updated throughout the process and was called to be advised of the work that was required and informed of costs and my permission sought.  The staff were polite, professional and efficient”.

“Great service, clear and helpful about everything.  Service information uploaded to the Ford app instantly compared to other dealerships.  Can’t fault them”.

“We had a thoroughly lovely experience from start to finish.  Our Sales Executive was amazing, told us everything we needed to know.  She went above and beyond to help us”.

“I cannot think of a single thing on how it would be possible to improve my experience, as it was great from start to finish”.

“Everything run smoothly on time and well informed”.

“Your Maidstone representative was very helpful and understanding my urgency, booking me in at short notice to Canterbury. Who again, very helpful & efficiently found an earlier window to accommodate me”.

“I was really impressed by the care my car received for a maintenance check and it was vacuumed inside, washed outside as well as receiving another year’s Ford breakdown cover, haven’t had a car so well looked after.  If you choose to wait for your car there’s a seating area as well as refreshments and a TV”.

“Staff were friendly and efficient.  Double checked what car was in for and the car was done earlier than expected”.

“Haynes have been very good all the time we’ve used them which is over a decade now.  They seem organised and communicate if there are issues before doing the work”.

Feedback – May 2024

May 2024

“Absolutely excellent customer service, kept me informed at all times would highly recommend”.

“Dropped car off for MOT, requested, if possible, to have it done by 10.30, got a phone call at 9.30 to say all done.  Fantastic service, thank you”.

“I had my car MOT done, fast and efficient service and very happy thank you for making the process easy”.

“Kept up to date with information, good service all round”.

“They were very professional with excellent customer service and a free collect and delivery service.  I was kept informed with a small problem and no hassle.  This was my first service with Haynes and I will definitely use them again”.

“Haynes were very helpful.   Collected and dropped off car.  Full update video of car progress great service”.

“Great service definitely be going back for the van’s next service.  Also, my van was on a recall for a wet check which Ford replaced for me, many thanks”.

“Great experience”.

“Everything was fine.  Polite customer service and satisfactory work done on vehicle”.

“Friendly, professional and quick turn around”.

“All went smoothly from booking to collecting the car.  I was called to say car service had been done.  I like the video you do when checking the car tyres etc”.

“The staff were very helpful, professional and polite, the service was done on time also they kept me informed throughout. Also, the video of the service was very helpful, well done”.

“I believe you couldn’t improve on the service I had they were first class, please send them my thanks”.

“Always easy to arrange and book in a mobile service.  Techs are always helpful and on time”.

“I am currently happy with the range of services that Ford Haynes supply and have not been disappointed with the quality of work carried out on past visits”.

“Efficient service, good communication and clear pricing, very happy”.

“Very efficient, polite, helpful”.

“Great service as always”.

“Friendly service and in depth detail of what was wrong with my car.  Nothing to be improved on”.

“The Service Advisor was great very informative and helpful as are the others will definitely return”.

“Great service and customer service”.

“Friendly helpful staff”.

“Very pleasant experience, always get treated very nicely by the guys at Haynes and always a great service”.

“We have been a customer of Ford for 12 years now, we are always happy with the service we receive”.

“Haynes are always excellent, would recommend them”.

“Quite simply, the salesman from Ford Haynes dealership was the best.  I would go as far as to say if any organisation, let alone Ford, followed his manner, his professionalism, they would be in an even better position than they may already be.  Nothing was too much trouble.  He was kind, polite and his videos especially those about the vehicle, exemplary”.

“The staff I dealt with were polite, professional and ‘on the ball’ with my requirements”.

“Excellent service, thanks”.

“Very quick service”.

“From start to finish our experience with Haynes Maidstone was first class.  Purchasing a new vehicle is a fairly big decision and our sales executive guided through the whole process offering advice and guidance when required, whilst giving us space to make decisions in our own time.  We won’t hesitate to return to Haynes when the time comes to replace our vehicle”.

“Easy to book service with a pick up and drop back.  I got a video of the external inspection under the car showing the parts being checked so I was sure that the car was in good hands”.

“First class service.  Everything from the booking in, drop off experiences, to the quality of work and information provided”.

“Our salesman was polite, professional and explained everything in detail”.

“The staff at Haynes were very professional and attentive to our needs and questions.  They were also patient in dealing with us as we made our mind up on which make and model we actually wanted to buy”.

“Everything from start to finish – booking in to collection was great.  Everything went very well and I was completely satisfied”.

“I can’t think of anything that would improve the experience I had”.

“Very good customer service”.

“Friendly service all round”.

“Maidstone branch was very helpful and made it all easy, as I was on a tight timescale”.  

Feedback – April 2024

April 2024

“Everything was done quickly and efficiently, couldn’t fault the service”.

“Fantastic customer service throughout in person & over the phone throughout the day.  Ease of dropping my car off around 7.15 in the morning which is most convenient to me.  Kept informed throughout the day via video email and a personal phone call on the progress.  Prompt text message to say when my vehicle was ready for collection.  Customer service fantastic on picking up my vehicle, explaining the whole process of the day’s events & total of paying for my service. 1st class service as always by Haynes of Maidstone.  Thank you all.”

“Our sales person was amazing at Ford.  Incredibly friendly, supportive, knowledgeable and flexible.  We couldn’t have asked for any more from him and would certainly recommend him and Ford to others.  He is a credit to Haynes and to Ford directly”.

“Guys on the front desk are always brilliant.  They always look after me, couldn’t ask for better”.

“Polite efficient, previously used another Ford Dealer in another Kent town who was no where near as good as Haynes.  All issues sorted and all with a smile, thank you”.

“My car was collected and delivered by a very nice lady who was kind”.

“The team worked very hard to look after me and ensure that the acquisition of my vehicle was as smooth as possible for me”.

“Very pleased with the service”.

“I have used Haynes for much of my driving life.  Reliable business”.  

“Everything went well, staff were friendly and polite”

“Overall nice experience, the showroom is nice and clean.  Staff are polite and professional”.

“I would definitely recommend our Sales Executive to friends and family and hope to see him when I next get a new car, many thanks”.

“The team on the desk very professional and efficient”.

“Our Sales Executive has dealt with us for a number of years now, no pressure and always willing to help”.

“Everything was perfect.  Thank you”.

“Thank you for a great service”.

“I had an excellent experience at Ford Canterbury.  The salesman was incredibly helpful and polite and made the whole experience very easy I am delighted with my new car”.

“The salesman took time to explain how a mild hybrid car works and also went over the financial options very carefully so that I understood the choices”.

“Great customer service”.

“I had the best customer service which is what I would expect from Haynes”

“I had a good service and the collect and delivery driver was very professional”.

“Customer service was great always welcoming.  Car was ready for the same day.  Had a full service and brakes and discs done.  I will always take my car back to Haynes”.

“Myself and my wife found that our Sales Executive explained everything well.  She is knowledgeable, passionate and professional in her work.  I don’t think that there is anything that could be improved with the level of service that we received from Haynes.  Myself and my wife are very impressed”.

“They knew what I wanted and got me the best price possible.  Listened to what I was saying and looked after me”.

“I don’t think our experience could have been any better than it was”.

“Convenient booking, diagnosed and fixed on the same day.  Great service”.

“Smooth and efficient service on my little old Ford car – so nice to be able to trust the mechanic working on the car.  Car running well.  I was late to pick up but they made it all work for me anyway.  Excellent service”.

“I liked the sales experience as it was very professional, very friendly and could answer all of our questions”.

“Our sales person who I can only describe as very attentive and was extremely knowledgeable about the vehicle we chose.  She made the purchase very sleek and slimline.  We left the showroom confident that she had sorted the car we wanted.  I can only honestly say nothing was too much trouble for her.  Thank you”.

“Haynes, in my opinion, did everything right”.

“Our Sales Executive was extremely helpful and experienced.  He answered my questions fully and in detail.  His calm and trusted manner made the whole purchasing experience positive.  I am delighted with my purchase”.

Feedback – March 2024

March 2024

“Very pleased with service provided”.

“Good friendly service at desk”.

“Excellent service.  Very thoughtful informative explanations about new car features. Great deal on purchase.  Easy to understand finance recommendations”.

“Friendly and informative customer service.  Good updates throughout the day as to when the car would be ready.  Was able to then book the car in on a separate day for another repair”.

“All your staff at Haynes have been first class, open, welcoming, friendly.  They made me stay with deciding on a Ford.  I am so sold by great customer service and they nailed it”.

“Very polite, efficient & friendly staff”.

“Car was booked in for an MOT.  The whole process was perfect”.

“Treated well from start to finish”.

“Easy booking with knowledgeable staff, on time finishing and on price”.

“The Salesman was very efficient and provided excellent service”.

“I’m always impressed with all the staff at Haynes in Maidstone, a very efficient team and always polite.  If my car is not quite ready there’s somewhere comfortable to sit and coffee facilities too – Excellent!”.

“From booking in my car to collection, the process was faultless”.

“I opted for the warranty work to be done while I waited so got an appointment for the following week.  The staff went above and beyond in ordering the parts, notifying me when they were in and undertaking the work in two hours, top notch”.

“The car was ready on time without any problems and the customer service was good from dropping off to picking up”.

“Very friendly staff and MOT carried out as requested”.

“The report of the work was helpful and informative.  The work itself was carried out well and the car was presented back to me clean and smart and looking like new.  A good job all round, thank you”.

“Helpful and friendly service.  Was kept informed and advised of the price all the way through and problem was found and fixed quickly and efficiently”.

“Polite, courteous, understanding.  Great customer service”.

“I was totally satisfied with the whole experience, thanks”.

“Fast and efficient service”.

“Polite and efficient.  Car was ready when requested”.

“Fast, professional service by the team at Haynes of Maidstone.  Treated like a valued customer”.

“This is my second car purchased with Ford and both experiences have been fantastic.  My Sales Executive at the Maidstone branch has been so helpful and supportive – I’m looking forward to enjoying my new car and will be returning in 36 months to order my next Ford”.

“My experience was very good.  Everything promised was delivered”.

“Kept informed at every stage of the process, went above and beyond to find the right specification of vehicle.  Always professional in a clean and tidy environment”.

“The Service Advisor at the service reception was efficient, cheerful, friendly.  He listened to any queries I had and made you feel valued and welcomed”.

“The service was booked and the subsequent booking in on the day was efficiently handled in a friendly manner.  I was kept informed how the service was progressing with the video text and it was ready for collection at the agreed time”.

“Everything went as planned.  Service was carried out speedily and satisfactorily.  Collection and delivery was on time.  Recommended”.

“Excellent service”.

“No problems at all MOT/Service went well, staff friendly and helpful”.

 “Very easy to book a service and kept me informed of my car in the garage and sent me a video of my car health check”.

“Service carried out as instructed.  I found video sent of underneath the car useful.  Service staff friendly and helpful”.

“Service was arranged quickly and at my convenience”.

“Prompt service on arrival, update during the day and prompt service on pick up”.

“The Service Advisor in service was great on the phone, getting my car booked in and pick up arranged”.

“My Sales Executive did so much to make sure I was getting the best car value for money and answered all my questions with clarity.  He explained everything that I needed to know and pointed out all of the controls inside the car on the handover date”.

“Thank you.  Everyone I dealt with was brilliant.  Friendly and professional.  Car was in for MOT so I waited.  Service Reception staff helpful.  I spoke with car sales person whilst I was waiting and he was extremely helpful.  I will return to Haynes when I need my next car”.

Efficient and polite”.

Feedback – February 2024

February 2024

“Good customer service all round”.

“The collection from home was very welcomed and the servicing of my car was efficient and good value.  The staff were all very friendly and helpful”.

“I was very impressed with my service & MOT.  Very helpful staff & efficient & good communication.  Thank you”.

“Everything went well”.

“They did a fantastic job.  They were very helpful every time I have had to go into the showroom.  They are always accommodating to customer needs.  Thank you”.

“Easy to make a booking, sent reminders about booking date, friendly, helpful staff on arrival.  Easy to check car in, sent video of service and if anything requires attention.  Simple pick up, all issues explained, again very friendly staff”.

“Great service, easy to book in, very quick and had car back by mid morning”.

“Our Sales Executive made the process nice and easy for me.  He advised me of the features and options available and went through the different aspects of the car which made it simple to go ahead and use without worry.  He also said I can contact him for any aftersales care and advice.  A pleasant experience”.

“Great idea with video of MOT. Staff always helpful been coming to Haynes for many years always well satisfied and will continue to use their services”.

“We were looked after by our Sales Executive who did everything for us.  Made the entire experience stress free & enjoyable”.

“I can’t find fault in our experience; it couldn’t have been better”.

“The staff at the desk were very welcoming when I came to drop the car off.  They knew exactly who I was and were ready for the vehicle.  Later that day I received a call from them to tell me my car was ready to collect.  I asked if there were any problems as it was in for an MOT as well as a service, they said no and all was well.  On collection once again the staff were excellent.  The car had been brought to the front, cleaned and ready to drive away.  The service was great value.  I then received a video of the checks made to the vehicle.  Excellent service”.

“I thought the sales consultant was really friendly and helpful and made me feel at ease to choose what was right for me without pressure.  She spoke on my level and gave me confidence to purchase my first car on finance”.

“It was very easy to book a service.  The pricing is very easy and clear to understand.  The customer service at Haynes Maidstone was excellent and I was kept informed about progress throughout.  The work was completed quickly and the car was ready to collect at lunchtime having been washed and vacuumed.  Can’t fault Haynes at Maidstone”.

“Exceptional service and no hard pushing sales”.

“Our sales person made the whole process from start to finish so easy stress free and kept us in the loop for delivery and then the car came early and he did a video of the car and sent it to us on the morning of us collecting it.  What can I say superb friendly atmosphere, thanks”.

“I purchased my car from Ford in 2020 and have had it serviced there ever since.  Every member of staff I have either spoken with on the telephone or had contact with in person has been amazing.  Always a first class service and first class customer service.  I highly recommend Haynes Maidstone”.

“I was very impressed by the visual health check sent to me by video and the overall feedback”.

“Very satisfied with the customer service on my recent visit for a major car service and MOT”.

“The whole process from start to finish was simple and efficient.  Communication was a combination of face to face, email and telephone calls.  They were able to source me the car exactly to my specifications, thank you”.

“Bought my car from this dealer and always had good ongoing service/MOT etc”.

“Its always been excellent service”.

“Video of service work gave me confidence”.

“Very efficient and all sorted on time”.

“Everything was dealt with very professionally and staff were very pleasant”.

“Fantastic customer service and dealt with efficiently and effectively.   Everyone had a smile on their face with great positive attitude.  Nothing more could be expected”.

“Our Sales Executive was very polite and so helpful”.

“Always polite, the car is always returned in a clean condition”.

“Attention to detail is excellent”.

“All the staff were very courteous, polite and efficient.  This meant that the whole process of getting my car serviced was pleasurable with no hidden surprises”.

“Very efficient kept me informed”.

“I have always had great service and advice”.

“Very pleased with the service and feedback”.

“No negatives at all I’m pleased to say.  Extremely polite and helpful staff.  The service, additional work and valet were all completed perfectly and on time.  Good work!”

“I’ve recently purchased a new Puma.  Our Sales Executive was extremely friendly and helpful and looked after me really well.  Always keeping me up to date and making contact when it was needed.  During the visits to the showroom, I was always well looked after being offered tea and coffee etc. and on collection of the new car everything went well and well organised.  I would highly recommend him to any friends or family who were considering buying a Ford car. He is a pleasure to talk to and as mentioned always helpful and friendly”.

“Easy booking system.  Collection and return of car a great option and pick up was on time.  I was able to see my car placement through the Ford pass app and the short video of the health check was a good addition”.

“Friendly, professional, helpful, not pressured into anything.  Went through everything thoroughly”.

“Our purchase of our new Ford Kuga was very pleasant and satisfactory and everything done to make our experience memorable”.

“Delivery and collection were smooth and efficient.  The report was thorough and clear.  Additional explanation and question on work required was given clearly and knowledgably”.

“Very good service”.