Ponko Reviews 614

The whole team were superb, friendly and helpful especially Richard who greeted and looked after us and Jack who showed us around the vehicle, answered all our questions and handled the sale. Thanks both, you made the experience a real pleasure!

Fantastic customer service from the moment we arrived - Meet & Greet (Richard) to our purchase with Jack. A real pleasure to deal with.

Richard front of house was so lovely to greet and meet and made me feel so welcome. I bought a car by Phil who again was so friendly and kind and was the nicest salesman I’ve come across after a long car search. Walked in here and walked out with a new car. Couldn’t be happier!

I cannot rate this team highly enough. From the moment we walked in, we were treated like royalty. Richard at the front of house was incredibly polite and professional, and that high standard of service continued right through the process with Phil in sales. It’s rare to find such a seamless, stress-free experience. Highly recommended!

Had my new car just over a month when engine light came on, oil pump sensor needs replacing but it isn’t covered by diamond warranty? Very unhelpful customer service which is a shame as I am now in the market to buy my two daughters cars but will take my business elsewhere! Spending £10k on a car with no support is not a great way to run a business

Visited Ponko today looking for a car for my son. Really liked their approach. Was helped by Adam R, and Ross. Adam was patient, knowledgeable and didn’t push which I really liked. I didn’t feel under pressure at all. Listened to what we were looking for and made sensible suggestions. We haven’t chosen yet but will definitely go back and would recommend their service to anyone looking for a used car.

Amazing Experience! Bogdan was flawless. Location is amazing, service 5⭐️

Janie and her team were efficient, professional, warm and welcoming. Thank you so much

I purchased a Ford Kuga LG63 YCE (2.0 diesel AWD) from Reed Autos Ltd (trading as Ponko Ltd) in July 2025.

At the point of sale, the experience was positive. Unfortunately, within just 56 days of purchase, the vehicle developed serious mechanical faults, including drivetrain (major safety issue) and warning system issues. It was returned for repairs on multiple occasions, yet the problems persisted. At this point my customer service experience became horrible. in my experience my car’s problems were minimised, my questions were seen inconvenient problems and my autonomy was not respected. I felt laughed at and intimidated during visits and phone calls when I firmly asserted my disappointment and requests for refunds. I recommend reading other negative reviews.

During this period, I began researching my rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 (CRA 2015). The dealership appeared to take the view that warranty repairs were sufficient and did not in my experience recognise how the CRA protects consumers when repairs fail. It is important for buyers to understand that statutory rights under the CRA sit above any warranty arrangements. Warranty work keeps them out of the obligations of CRA.

After repeated repairs, I commissioned an independent automotive engineer’s inspection. That report concluded the vehicle was unsafe to drive following the dealership’s multiple repair attempts and promises of good workmanship. I was shocked to learn that I had been driving a vehicle for so long in that condition.

When I exercised my final right to reject the vehicle under the CRA 2015, the tone of communication changed again significantly. What began as friendly and attentive service became defensive and dismissive and upsetting. I felt I had no realistic option but to pursue the matter formally.

I sought advice from Citizens Advice, who were excellent and free — knowledgeable, calm, and very clear about consumer rights law. Their guidance was free and extremely helpful. Following their step by step east to apply advice, I issued a claim via the Small Claims Court Money Claim Online (MCOL) service. The court process itself was straightforward and relatively inexpensive.

The dealership instructed an external legal firm to correspond with me. While the letters were strongly worded, Citizens Advice made it clear that such correspondence does not override your statutory rights and the dealership are responsible not a third party. It is important for consumers to understand that legal letters do not replace the protections provided by the Consumer Rights Act 2015.

The matter was ultimately resolved through the court process. The dealership hoped I would go away like many others.

If this particular vehicle (LG63 YCE) is offered for sale again, prospective buyers may wish to carry out thorough independent checks. As a former owner, I am willing to discuss my experience to the best of my knowledge so that others can make an informed decision. I also obtained an independent inspection report for this vehicle during the dispute, which detailed significant mechanical concerns at the time.

My advice to anyone purchasing from any dealership is simple:
• Understand your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015
• Ensure repairs are clearly addressed under statutory rights, not solely warranty
• Seek advice early from Citizens Advice if issues arise and request all repairs at any stage of ownership be conducted under CRA2015

I was surprised to learn how strongly the law protects consumers, even months after purchase. I hope this review helps others to be informed and prepared.

I will never buy again from this dealership

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Edit update (12/2/26): Following my review, I received correspondence from a third-party legal firm acting for the dealership asking that I remove this review.

Everyone at Ponko was extremely helpful, especially Janie who was very helpful when my new car experienced a problem. Nothing was too much trouble! She arranged for it to be sorted very quickly.

If you’re looking for an easy, honest car-buying experience with great people, Ponko is the place to go. I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again and will definitely be recommending them to friends and family.

The car itself was spotless, exactly as described, and prepared to a really high standard. It’s refreshing to deal with a dealership where customer service clearly matters and you’re treated with respect rather than pushed into a sale.

A huge shout-out to Steve, who was absolutely fantastic. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and professional throughout, and most importantly, there was zero pressure at any point. They took the time to answer all my questions and made sure everything was clear and straightforward.

I had a genuinely excellent experience with Ponko, and I can’t recommend them highly enough. From start to finish, the whole transaction was simple, smooth, and completely stress-free.

Sam took my finances into consideration and never encouraged me to go beyond my limits. Instead, he helped me choose a car that fits my lifestyle and my needs perfectly. He gave me space to think, encouraged me to take my time, offered tea and coffee, and explained everything clearly without any pressure whatsoever. His professionalism made me trust him completely.

I had a wonderful experience with Sam at the Ponko From the moment I arrived, he made the whole process calm and stress-free. He was never pushy, never sales-driven, and always genuinely honest. In a world where buying a car can feel overwhelming, he guided me with a level of care that truly stood out.

Ponko delivers top-quality service every time. The environment is clean, the staff is very cooperative, and the overall experience is smooth. I would definitely recommend Ponko to anyone looking for quality and professionalism.

Staff were great! Really helpful!
Will highly recommend this dealer
Happy customer & loving our new car
Mr & Mrs Bizley
Milton Keynes

Staff was amazing at reception.
Did explained and provided me assistance on my decision.