Recommended Car Salesman to buy MK6 in WA?

[Guest1306]

Thought I'd add to this thread with my recent Golf purchasing experience.

My previous car purchases (a Nissan 200SX and Renault Clio) went along typical lines - weeks of playing dealers off each other, being treated like a criminal for suggesting that perhaps they could accept less than RRP, and the ridiculous "ooohhhhh-let-me-speak-to-the-manager" dance that's both embarrassing and
belittling to all concerned. All in all, not a fun time.

After I made the decision to buy a Golf I wanted the purchasing experience to be civilised and professional - Hell, it's 2010 so surely this was achievable.

I found this thread and it sounded like Dermot at Wangara Volkswagen could help with my goal of a concise, rapid and painless purchase. I emailed him on Thursday evening with my shopping list and by Friday morning he had emailed me back with a quote. Two more emails were exchanged to arrange a meeting at 09:00 on Saturday. At this time I was surprised that things were going so smoothly, but also slightly concerned that this was the calm before the storm.

Saturday morning I met Dermot and we got down to the paperwork. As he didn't have a car meeting my spec on the lot he hunted around and located 1 that was arriving in the country that day, giving me a 2-3 week wait. This time frame suited me so the deal was done.

I was interested to see how the Post Sales Blonde Cleavage Girl would weave her magic but even this part of the process was painless - no hard sales talk with a side order of ridicule, which was refreshing.

I spent a lot of time researching which car I wanted, what spec I wanted, and where I should buy it from. My experience with the Golf over the next few years will dictate whether I buy another one, but I'd not waste time going anywhere else to make another VW purchase than Dermot at Wangara Volkswagen. After talking to friends and family about the contrast between their car purchasing experiences and mine they're eager to follow in my footsteps when the time comes.

So again, thanks Dermot - your time and professionalism is greatly appreciated, and I'm looking forward to taking delivery of my new Golf.

Thank you very much, it is good to have another happy customer.

[gareth_oau]

One of my colleagues was recenlty looking to purchase a Golf, and so I offered to assist in his search.

He gave me his best quote, and i'm pleased to advise that Dermot at Wangara VW came up with a very attractive quote and helped to seal a great deal (and steal one away from his competitors!!) (and he did this without seeing the other quotes - so full kudos to Dermot)

cheers Dermot!

[emuexport]

Wish I had found this thread before buying at Ossie Park. Maybe next time I'll come up to Wangara to see Dermot. Sounds like Dermot at least replies to calls and e-mails.

[snodrogs]

Sounds like Dermott and the team at Wangara are shaking the "Perth VW tree". Great stuff.

It has been two years now since I purchased my Passat (so before Wangara opened), but my dealings with Richard and Jamie at John Hughes were fantastic - sourcing a vehicle for me from interstate and pretty sharp with the prices. I was very happy. And still am.

And since then, I have not been able to fault John Hughes VW Service in Vic Park. Nick and the service team have been absolutely sensational.

There's enough of us VW devotees in Perth to be shared around... providing the service providers (continue to) earn our loyalty.

Oh, and they will be servicing my wife's new 2010 Comfortline 118TSi as well.

[FJ Steve]

Does anyone have any feedback on the VW dealership at Melville? How are they with servicing etc?

[phantomcamel]

...with Laurent, their sales manager (not sure if he's still there), and he was more than willing to accommodate. (maybe next VW)

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He works next door @ Subaru now!

[barges]

i bought my golf through albany world of cars, dealing with robyn and dale. was a total change from the usual dealership games. got a great price without too much pushing and enjoyed the whole experience.

highly recommend them. might even be worth the drive from perth!

[Paul_OH]

Does anyone have any feedback on the VW dealership at Melville? How are they with servicing etc?

I've only heard good things Steve, from what I understand it may be worth going out of your way. PM sent

[Frankenstrat]

Does anyone have any feedback on the VW dealership at Melville? How are they with servicing etc?

Yesterday (10/06/2010) I used the Contact link on their web page to ask about servicing my Golf which is due for its 7500km first service. It would suit me to take my Golf there since it's on the way to work, which Wangarra unfortunately isn't. I asked VW Melville if I could have use of a courtesy car for the day, too. So far no response.