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BEN GIRARD

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4.9
(1203 reviews)
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CAROL G.
Fountain Hills, AZ
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
03/26/2014
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
The representatives care
We have 3 Hyundais in the family; each member is pleased with his/her service.
Recommended
Michael S. from Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale responded on 03/26/2014 08:24 PM

Thank you Carol.

So very nice to hear from a 3 Hyundai family, great testimonial not only for us, but for Hyundai as well.  Huge thanks for the review and Facebook posts.  We are very pleased to be your dealership.

Michael Southern
Service Manager

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MERIDA S.
Scottsdale, AZ
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
03/18/2014
Service Type: Repair
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Excellent service personnel
I will continue to bring my 2014 Hyundai here for routine service.
Recommended
Michael S. from Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale responded on 03/18/2014 06:20 PM

Thank you for the compliment Merida, and the five-star review.

We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again.

Michael Southern
Service Manager

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ROSEANN P.
Scottsdale, AZ
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
03/17/2014
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Friendly staff, clean,
Extremely pleased with my purchase and also pleased with the service department. I was in and our of there in 45 minutes.
Recommended
Michael S. from Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale responded on 03/17/2014 06:03 PM

Thank you Roseann, what a nice review.

We appreciate your business and we look forward to serving you again.

Michael Southern
Service Manager

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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
03/10/2014
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Perfect
Brought my Veloster in for its service and I was surprised to have an outstanding experience. Great dealership.
Recommended
Michael S. from Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale responded on 03/11/2014 07:38 AM

Thank you for the review.

We look forward to serving you again at your next regular oil change service.

Michael Southern
Service Manager

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DOUGLAS H.
Fountain Hills, AZ
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
02/25/2014
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
State of the art facility!
Dropped off my vehicle for new brakes. Excellent service, state of the art waiting facility, very reasonably priced!
Recommended
Michael S. from Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale responded on 02/25/2014 10:16 AM

Thank you Douglas for the great review and for sharing on Yelp and Google+ as well.

Obviously brakes are a critical part of our cars.  Using our Hyundai parts and Hyundai certified technicians means that your brakes were restored to best possible condition and you can expect to drive another 66,000 miles on them.

We know you passed many places on your way in from Fountain Hills that say they do brakes, but we know you made the right choice coming back to us and having this important work done according to Hyundai standards.

We're glad you enjoyed our new facility, and we will be here for you whenever you need us.

Michael Southern
Service Manager

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RICHARD K.
Phoenix, AZ
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
02/21/2014
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
New, and customer lounge is the most attractive and comfortable of any other dealership !
Wow! Clean, attractive and. Comfortable!
Recommended
Michael S. from Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale responded on 02/21/2014 10:21 AM

Thank you Richard!

We are very proud of our new facility, and it sounds like you left with the exact impression we were going for.  We look forward to seeing you and your Sonata again next oil change service.

Michael Southern
Service Manager

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SANDRA E.
Cave Creek, AZ
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
02/12/2014
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
You are treated like a good friend.
I love the staff in both the service area and Mike Smith who sold me my Hyundai a year ago. Very attentive and not the least bit 'stuffy' or formal.
Recommended
Michael S. from Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale responded on 02/13/2014 06:09 AM

Thank y ou Sandra for the great review.

We enjoy what we do and it definitely makes for a less stuffy atmosphere.  We are glad you drive in from Cave Creek to see us, and we are proud to be your dealership.

Michael Southern
Service Manager

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Valerie B.
Scottsdale, AZ
Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
06/22/2020
Service Type: Repair
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Customer service has declined
Service dept isn’t as good as it used to be
Not Recommended
Michael S. from Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale responded on 06/24/2020 01:49 PM

Valerie we are very sorry that this was not the service experience you are used to receiving from us.

We've been together such a very long time now, from the 2009 Sonata, to the 2013 Elantra, to the 2018 Santa Fe, to the 2018 Elantra, and now the 2019 Santa Fe.  While we do have many multiple Hyundai families, you certainly are among the most faithful and loyal.  We would very much like to make this up to you.  Although I can assure you both that Ben did apply your $5.00 off coupon, and our technician Shayne did test your battery, nothing can make up for you leaving us and still having unaswered questions.

We always want to answer any of your quesitons any time you are here with us or if you have questions about your vehicle after servicing.  I would very much like to speak with you directly so we can both review this particular visit and also so we can find a way to make this right and restore our long standing relationship.

It has been our absolute privledge to be your dealer these many years now and we do look forward to being here for you for all the years, miles, and Hyundais to come.

Michael Southern
Service Manager

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Verified Customer
Phoenix, AZ
Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
11/22/2018
Service Type: Repair
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
No impressed
My Kona is only six months old. The lift gate has not been right since I purchased it. Three months ago, a special part was ordered which took two months to receive. I had to call to check on it since service dept said they just didn't get to calling customers with special orders. Took vehicle in for repair, nothing changed. Need to take it in again.
Not Recommended
Michael S. from Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale responded on 11/23/2018 06:54 AM

We are sorry you are having issues with your Kona.

Our technician had checked the liftgate before returning it to you and found it working correctly at that time.  Matt will schedule you back in to have another look and we hope to find a final solution at that time.

Michael Southern
Service Manager

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Marie Francoise S.
Carefree, AZ
ReScore Review™
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
12/06/2018
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
A good compromise
Michael and I worked out a good compromise. I hope that Hyundai Motor Company will also be as fair as was Michael.
Recommended

Original Review
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
11/20/2018
Service Type: Maintenance
Category: Service
Disappointed
I was disappointed in the service outcome
Not Recommended
Michael S. from Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale responded on 11/21/2018 11:51 AM

We are truly sorry you were disappointed in the outcome of your last visit.

The new vehicle limited warranty for your Genesis had America's Best Warranty at 5 years/60,000 miles.  However, now your vehicle is more than 6 years old and has more than 70,000 miles on it, and there is simply no way for us to obtain coverage for your concern at this time.

Our goal is always to provide you with the very best service but unfortunately not even that allows us to re-write the parameters of your warranty.

We are happy to discuss your options further, feel free to contact me directly.

Michael Southern
Service Manager

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Amy V.
Phoenix, AZ
ReScore Review™
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
10/17/2018
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Went Above and Beyond to resolve my issue
Surprised that I received a response to the feedback that I left. This dealer went above and beyond to answer all my questions I had. Planning on going back for a service when it needs it. Hopefully my 2nd time experience will turn out okay. All a misunderstanding.
Recommended

Original Review
Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
10/17/2018
Service Type: Maintenance
Category: Service
Oil Change
Wish I was explained the difference between synthetic and regular oil. Since my car has a turbo engine they were going to recommend the next oil change at around 3K anyway so I wish I would have gone with the standard oil change since it's a lease anyway. Ended up paying $107 w/tax which is the highest I have paid. On my own car if I planned to keep I would consider synthetic to help the engine. My own fault I should have researched online first. Instead I paid almost 3 times more than I have ever paid.
Not Recommended
Michael S. from Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale responded on 10/17/2018 01:55 PM

Thank you Amy for the feedback and we are sincerely sorry for the miscommunication regarding synthetic oil during your last service.

99.9% of the time we recommend conventional oil changes for our customers and we follow Hyundai's severe maintenance schedule for intervals. 

We've noted your record and we'll stick the the conventional oil changes for your car going forward. 

Thank you for giving us the chance to make this right and we look forward to seeing you again next visit.

Michael Southern
Service Manager

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Verified Customer
Phoenix, AZ
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
08/28/2018
Service Type: Repair
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Earnhardt the best at Hyundai
Earnhardt is the best Hyundai dealership without a doubt. From the purchase of my vehicle to its service I have always been taken care of by them. Whatever vehicle I purchase next I will be looking at Earnhardt.
Not Recommended
Michael S. from Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale responded on 08/28/2018 10:07 AM

Thank you for the wonderful review.

We are very happy to be your Equus dealer and we look forward to being here for you for all the years and miles ahead.

Michael Southern
Service Manager

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John C.
Scottsdale, AZ
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/17/2018
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
service is excellent
I would come back again
Not Recommended
Michael S. from Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale responded on 05/17/2018 04:35 PM

Thank you for the excellent review.

We are happy to be your Hyundai dealer and we look forward to serving you for many more years and miles to come.

Michael Southern
Service Manager

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Carol D.
Cave Creek, AZ
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
04/26/2018
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Highly Recommend
Love this dealership. They are professional, friendly & knowlegeable without the pressure one comes to expect from previous dealers. They make buying a car a very pleasant experience.
Not Recommended
Michael S. from Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale responded on 04/27/2018 01:59 PM

We love that you love us.

Sales and service, we are here to serve.  Thank you for choosing and we look forward to being here for you for all the years, miles, adn Hyundais ahead.

Michael Southern
Service Manager

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Verified Customer
Phoenix, AZ
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
02/01/2018
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Transparency
Upfront about pricing and servicing not about time.
Not Recommended
Michael S. from Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale responded on 02/02/2018 08:06 AM

Thank you for the positive review.

We certainly try to anticipate your expected wait time for any visit, repairs can sometimes take more or less time than predicted, we will still try to provide realistic promise times for all of our customers.

Michael Southern
Service Manager

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Adrianna R.
Phoenix, AZ
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
01/29/2018
Service Type: Repair
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Great
Quick service
Not Recommended
Michael S. from Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale responded on 02/01/2018 03:15 PM

Thank you for the great review.

We are happy to be your dealer and we look forward to serving you again.

Michael Southern
Service Manager

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Suzanne R.
Fountain Hills, AZ
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
08/30/2017
Service Type: Repair
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Can't fix my car
Terrible car
Not Recommended
Michael S. from Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale responded on 08/31/2017 01:50 PM

We are very sorry to hear there are still issues with your car.

We want you to know that we will do everything we can to correct this for you as soon as possible.  Please feel free to contact me directly and I will make all the arrangements.

Michael Southern
Service Manager
480-368-6730
michael.southern@earnhardt.com

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Verified Customer
Scottsdale, AZ
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
02/28/2017
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Not so much
I do not like
Not Recommended
Michael S. from Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale responded on 03/03/2017 07:17 AM

So strange.

This was a half price oil change, in and out in under an hour, on the surface this would seem to have be a perfect service visit.

I would like to encourage you to share directly with me what it was that was "Not so much, I do not like" about your visit.

This is your second Hyundai you've bought and serviced with us and we go back many years now.  It has always been our intent to provide you with the highest level of service; and in reviewing with our team member you worked with that day, he thought your complete visit was plesant and he is at a loss to explain where this negativity came from.

Please help us understand how to better serve you in the future.

Michael Southern
Service Manager
480-368-6730

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Verified Customer
Phoenix, AZ
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
11/04/2016
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
The car mechanic fear ...
The service that I went in was good. It is the first time that I wait for 2 hours for an oil change. I have been changing my oil here since 2012 and it should take less than 1 hour.
I was disappointing with the turn time. Staff was friendly as usual.

On a separate note I would give a 0 starts if possible for the suggested brake pads replacement. Seeing that the quote was super high I had a different mechanic change my brakes this week. But to my surprise when he went to change the brakes he said he recommends not changing them as they are at 50%. I have personally looked at the front and rear brake pads to confirm this and I was shocked to see the pads in great condition. What was unbelievably disappointing is to find out that the Hyundai Dealership that I have been servicing my car for 4 years now is less then honest with their assessment of my vehicle.
So now, do I believe them when they tell me that I need anything else done ? Should I think that they can modify something in my car when I do the oil change so that I have to "repair" the car?

I am questioning if I should ever use this dealership. Wouldn't you ???
Not Recommended
Michael S. from Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale responded on 11/04/2016 09:45 AM

Thank you for the feedback.

Reviewing your most recent service visit, we did recommend you be aware of the wear on the rear brake pads.  The inboard pad measured at 3.0mm which is just the edge of the recommended replacement interval.  At 103,000 miles, it seems fair to say you acheived great wear from those brakes.  As brake pads get thinner they are also less able to disappate heat.  Heat is the enemy of your brakes and on the rear brakes, which use an non-vented rotor, that heat can cause warping of the rotors.  We do recommend replacement of the rear brakes sooner rather than later to avoid the additional cost to replace rear rotors.  It does not take much warpage to make the rear brake rotors too thin to reuse after resurfacing.

We agree that your front brakes were at 50% as noted on the inspection sheet, but we will continue to recommend replacement of the rear brakes to prevent rotor warpage.  Again, over 100,000 miles is fantastic wear from your brakes and replacement now will help you defer the extra cost of having to replace the rotors later.

If you ever have any questions about your service, you are encouraged to ask us immediately.  We have always had an open shop, we are more than willing take you to your car, to show you what we are seeing, and to explain why we are recommending what we and particular service or repairs.

Your  5 years and 100,000+ miles of trouble-free driving, with no repairs except for a couple of light bulbs along the way, it seems fair to say that both you and the car have done well.  We've done our best to help guide you along the way and if you would like to go another 100,000 miles we're still here to help.

Michael Southern
Service Manager

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Fountain Hills, AZ
Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
11/03/2016
Service Type: Repair
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Dealership is great, service department needs some work.
Took my car in for a recall and some other issues. Upon servicing, they discovered my fender liner was missing, which of course wasn't under warranty. Less than 12 hours later, after driving my vehicle for less than 15 miles, my new fender liner was dragging on the road. I had to take my car back in the following morning to have them fix it. This is the 4th time I have had to bring my car back after a day or a few days after its been serviced due to the mechanics either messing up something else on my vehicle during a repair or not properly fixing the repair in the first place. On top of that, the service advisor acted like he was doing me a favor by not charging me a second time for the repair they messed up on in the first place.
Not Recommended
Michael S. from Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale responded on 11/04/2016 08:06 AM

Thank you for the candid feedback.

Of course we never want to have a situation where you have to return immediately after service and certainly we wish tha this visit was a one and done for the fender liner.

Ben will work with you and we will try to make this up to you on a future visit.  We are very sorry this visit did not go as any of us had planned, but we are committed to making this right next time.

Michael Southern
Service Manager

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