Palmers Group Reviews 

237
TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.5

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Evaluating 52 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Many customers report a first-rate experience when purchasing vehicles, highlighting the professionalism and helpfulness of the sales staff. Reviewers frequently praise the personal service, finding the staff efficient, friendly, and knowledgeable, making the car buying process easy and stress-free. Several people appreciate that sales representatives are not pushy and genuinely want to help find the right car, often going above and beyond expectations. However, some customers also noted significant issues with after-sales service and product quality. There are reports of very poor service, unhelpful staff, and vehicles having significant quality issues or unresolved mechanical problems. Some people experienced issues with incorrect information at the time of purchase, lack of callbacks, and concerns about the thoroughness of vehicle checks and repairs.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I have received a response from the general manager of Palmer. He confirmed that even though the vehicle was within the warranty period, the repair would not be covered. This contradicts the inform... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had a first rate experience when we recently purchased our Peugeot from Palmers in Croxley. Olatunde made us feel very welcome and allowed us to make our choice without a hint of pressure. We were... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The personal service of my salesman Matthew was absolutely fantastic and totally professional every step of the way. My husband and I had dealt with only Peaugeot for the past 12 years and Matt made... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lee was fantastic. Went above & beyond in helping me purchase a Peugeot 3008 and taking my car in part exchange. So efficient & friendly. Will definitely be back when I need another cat. Thank you


Company details

  1. Car Dealer
  2. Motor Vehicle Dealer
  3. Used Car Dealer

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Palmers Motor Company are part of a large family owned vehicle dealer group in the Hertfordshire area.


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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Charlatans alert

These guys tried to sell me a used car with the double of miles they claimed and with an outstanding finance recorded. Thank god for history vehicles checks! Avoid these scammers!

June 25, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

AVOID!!!@

Seriously avoid this garage especially on mobility they are con artists
Tried to charge my brother £500 pounds extra for his mobility car after he gave them his grant of £7000. Mobility confirmed this should not have happened.
Staff are also rude and unhelpful.
Luckily another garage did not charge this and his application went smoothly.
Also old guy in waiting area said he bern waiting nearly 4 hours for his service
Will Def never go near this place
Glad I found out ll this before too late.

June 15, 2026
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I had to come back to Peugeot

I have come back to Peugeot as I love the cars and had such an amazing experience first time around with the now Sales Manager, Dan. Ola was patient and helpful and I couldn’t be happier with my lovely 3008!

May 21, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Palmers Citroen Watford Farce. .

Today as requested by mail and confirmed over the phone. I took my Motability car to Palmers Watford for their requested service. Only to be told it is too early! But Palmers contacted me and confirmed by phone but the irritated man in service wanted to have one up on me by berating me saying” I should know when the service is due as I drive it so would be obvious” it is a 45 minute each way drive to Watford but he was not interested in my wasted time, fuel and earlystart to be there by 8am again requested. I have a Motoability car because I’m disabled and things aren’t easy but I do not need to be treated like a child and sent away as though it was my fault. It certainly was not. The Palmers group take great pride in advertising how long they have been in business and how they have superior customer service. Today proved what utter contempt they show and “ Motability won’t pay us so you will have to come back again” But Palmers contacted me and confirmed everything. I feel abused and distressed by their actions and hope that no one else receives such negativity. Palmers Watford, well done you NOT! But I guess Mr Grumpy is very pleased with himself.

May 18, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Popped in to see Fabio in the Fiat…

Popped in to see Fabio in the Fiat service section on a query for my mother’s Fiat Panda and a recall he was brilliant straightforward and exceptional good to see in a car dealer ship these days.
Well done and all the best.

May 13, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thanks to Kyran at Palmers Watford for…

Thanks to Kyran at Palmers Watford for being helpful and professional in helping as find the right car for as. He was always available and was attentive and considerate to our needs. Definitely recommend getting a used car at Palmers.

April 1, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience !

I had a great experience getting my car thanks to Ola. I wasn’t sure what I was looking for at first, but Ola took the time to understand what I needed and guided me through the options without any pressure at all. It was so nice to deal with someone who genuinely wanted to help rather than just make a sale. In the end, he helped me find exactly what I wanted within my price range. Thank you so much!

March 12, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommended!

Palmers in watford were absolutely great, Friendly service and welcoming.

Help from Sales rep Matthew Hipkin, whom I would highly recommend, was amazing at walking me through features of the car I wanted and explaining anything I was unsure about which helped me find a car best suited to me.
Thank you

February 18, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Tried to charge me £147 to change a…

Tried to charge me £147 to change a dash board light bulb (which costs less than £4). Queried this extorionate cost and it was reduced by 50%. Still too much! The work was marked as 'urgent' (even though I had pointed out it needed changing). I have not been left with a feeling of trust so walked away. Would not recommend.

February 11, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent care

I bought a used car from Palmers. Mario the sales guy was very helpful leading up to the sale and continued to be helpful with post sales advice.

February 9, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Palmers 5* Garage

After both my father and auntie recommended Palmers, we visited to look for a family car (MG). My husband, our two children, and I asked to deal with Toby. Although he doesn’t usually handle this brand, he was incredibly accommodating.

I was quite apprehensive due to past negative experiences with car garages, but Toby completely changed that. He was honest, approachable, professional, and genuinely understanding. There was no pressure at all, and he really went above and beyond to make sure we felt comfortable and supported throughout the process.

An excellent experience from start to finish. I would highly recommend Palmers and especially Toby to anyone looking to buy a car.

January 3, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Appallingly unprofessional Management and misrepresented car price

Spent 3 days deliberating over cash purchase of a car.
Priced at 12,249.
Booked test drive and this went very well and loved the car.
Intended to purchase, but they had advertised the incorrect price in the car and then would not honor it.
The employee who took test drive with me was very helpful and highly professional, so this is no reflection on them.
They honestly should be the manager of this branch and perhaps customer experience might improve.

Has really put me off ever buying Fiat again and I will submit a complaint to head office about the management at this branch.
However, I feel it will just fall into the abyss and further waste my time.

January 10, 2026
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