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Industry experience 29 years

I have done a lot of jobs and careers in my life and selling cars is one of them and I have been doing that for almost two decades. Royal is the only Dealership I have worked for. I enjoy working at Royal because our primary focus is the customer. Each employee here work together as a team to serve the customer. I have the best customers in the world. I have a relationship with them deeper than just a business transaction . . . I consider them all friends. Most of my customers have purchased multiple vehicles from me . . . I am a dad and granddad . . . and I can honestly say relationships both with family and friends is one of the things that makes life meaningful and significant.

Reviews

The sales man was good to call me back, however you all

The sales man was good to call me back, however you all had no older cars.

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  • Overall experience 5.0
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  • Shopped for a used car
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Several reasons I give this dealership a low rating. I...

Several reasons I give this dealership a low rating. I only service my wife's VW Beetle there. for instance, this morning I had a 7:45 appt. I was asked if I was waiting on the car. I told them no I did not want to wait that long. Service advisor told me it would be two hours. It is now 4:30 and I'm having to call them after leaving a message earlier in the day. The second, is I was shopping for a 2021 Tiguan SE R-Line for a friend. The price listed on the internet before fees is $28,243. I'm texted a price, but the price is only valid if you finance through them. Nothing on any internet ad says you have to finance to get that price, plus then they want to add bogus fees like $499 for some basically insurance policy if you were to get hit in first three years and $499 window tint. Those should be already in the sale price not added after. So basically, they want to change the price by $4,357.00 if I don't finance through VW @ standard rates. Very disappointed in the customer service and sales at this point. We ended up buying from Hiley VW in Huntsville and paid more for the car because of better customer service.

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  • Customer service 2.0
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  • Quality of repair 4.0
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  • Overall experience 2.0
  • Does not recommend this dealer
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We bought the Altlas R-line. We had a great buying...

We bought the Altlas R-line. We had a great buying experience! Everyone was amazing! Thank you Don Thomas for making this such a great experience!

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  • Customer service 5.0
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  • Quality of repair 5.0
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  • Overall experience 5.0
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Dealer response

Hi Tracie and Kaleb! Thank you from Don and everyone here for the lovely compliments. We are thrilled to know that you are happy with your new VW Atlas and your experience here at Royal Volkswagen! Safe travels.

Had a wonderful experience today at Royal Olds. The...

Had a wonderful experience today at Royal Olds. The salesman, Josh Miceli, was so helpful. Loved his energy and determination to make me satisfied with my purchase

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  • Customer service 5.0
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  • Quality of repair 5.0
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  • Overall experience 5.0
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Dealer response

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We strive to make the purchasing process go smoothly, and it is excellent to hear that this was reflected in your time working with Josh. Congratulations on your new vehicle, and we hope to see you back at Royal Volkswagen next time!

I've bought a few cars in my life and this was the...

I've bought a few cars in my life and this was the easiest transaction that I've been through. Don Thomas was very thoughtful in his approach to my needs in purchasing a vehicle. There was no pressure from him. He was there to provide honest answers to what would be best for me. I appreciate his willingness to go the extra mile to ensure that I was the most important person to him. Thanks again..

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  • Customer service 5.0
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  • Quality of repair 5.0
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  • Overall experience 5.0
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Dealer response

Mike - Thank you for taking the time to share! We appreciate your business and are happy to hear that you had such a seamless purchase experience working with Don. Congratulations on your new vehicle, and drive safely! We hope to see you back at Royal Volkswagen down the road!

Over the years I have bought many vehicles through Don...

Over the years I have bought many vehicles through Don Thomas. I bought Volvo, Buick, VW and GMC. It's always a pleasure to deal with Don. He is very knowledgeable about the vehicles. The last three were bought with the assistance of Jennifer Mills, Gary Redd and Matt Robertson. They are all very good to work with and I couldn't ask for a better dealership!

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  • Customer service 5.0
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  • Quality of repair 5.0
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  • Overall experience 5.0
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Dealer response

Glenn - thank you for your loyalty to Royal Volkswagen. We are excited to hear that Don, Jennifer, Gary, and Matt continue to provide you with great service!

Great experience! Highly recommend and we will be seeing...

Great experience! Highly recommend and we will be seeing them again in a few years when it's time to upgrade! Pick them! Pick them!

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  • Customer service 5.0
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  • Quality of repair 5.0
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  • Overall experience 5.0
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Dealer response

Thank you for leaving Royal Volkswagen a five-star review! We look forward to taking care of you during your next visit!

Wonderful experience again, Don Thomas is the best I’ve...

Wonderful experience again, Don Thomas is the best I’ve seen in years!! Wish all car salesmen were as good as he is!! Thank you!!

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  • Customer service 5.0
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  • Quality of repair 5.0
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  • Overall experience 5.0
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Dealer response

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! It was our pleasure to assist you here at Royal Volkswagen, and we will certainly let Don know that you appreciate his help. We hope that you continue to enjoy your newly purchased vehicle!

Purchase of 2020 Tiguan

I recently purchased a 2020 Tiguan SEL and love it. Don Thomas is my salesman and was very helpful throughout the process. This is my 4th VW from Royal Automotive and Don has been my salesman for each of them. I have been happy with the service department as well and this keeps me coming back.

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  • Customer service 5.0
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  • Quality of repair 5.0
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  • Overall experience 5.0
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Dealer response

Linda, thank you for reviewing Royal Volkswagen! We are excited to hear about the purchase of your Volkswagen 2020 Tiguan SEL. It's been a pleasure to have your business for so long and we look forward to seeing you next time!

Great experience doing business at Royal Automotive in...

Great experience doing business at Royal Automotive in Vestavia Alabama! I have been doing business at Royal since 1977. Always get a great deal and treated with respect.

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  • Overall experience 5.0
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Dealer response

Thank you for your loyalty to Royal Volkswagen! We are so glad to hear that our team earned your business and we look forward to taking care of you in the future!