written by gianniuk01 on 08/04/2015
We purchased a Golf from these people back in Spetember. I had my doubts abnout the new MOT that was given on the vehicle, however we went ahead. My gut feeling was right and several problems have arised. As many other reviews have said, they refused to accept any fault despite me advising them of their obligations under the sales of goods act. I took legal action and upto the point where bailiffs are going out, however I took action againts ss autos which now appears wrong too! Very sly and very frustrating. Stay away
written by neenb on 11/03/2015
my fiance has been a vitctim of theses dispicable dealers, april last year we purchased a bmw 330d as i was 20 weeks pregnant with my son. we bought the car for £2900 thinking we have a reliable family car. in the advertisement it stated to have mot an tax untill later on that year but after purchasing this car we soon realised it had expired long before we bought it. on the 55 mile journey home hell happend as we only made 30 miles before being stuck on the hard shoulder with billowing smoke. turns out we to have been ripped off. The car needed a new turbo but this was only the start to a traumatic next few months. turns out we basicly bought a empty shell problem after problem. we finally got the car back when i was due to have my son costing us £8500 pounds in total. these people put is into debt nearly destroyed our realtionship an made me seriously ill worrying about money. an we still have to live with the mistake today its a never ending money pit STAY AWAY from these awful people dont even look, vile people.
written by on 15/02/2015
Note they have changed the company name to 2nd City Motors. These guys will try and sell you a car with lots of faults on, if you complain they will try the cheapest repairs of the fault you have found. If you buy from them expect a large bill, and a prolonged court case to get any compensation. Ensure you know your rights and take it all the way. Like others I am having to take them to court for £2k of faults on my vehicle.
written by on 12/02/2015
I bought an Audi A3 Sport TDI in Dec 2014 I was lied to from the start.They said there was nothing wrong with the car expect for the light on dash which was just the battery needed charging.(WRONG) After taking it to a Garage and the RAC it was dignosed with the following faults. Glow Plugs,Body Throttle,Steering Rack and also Head Gasket. The car was sent back and they said there is nothing wrong with it just put new Glow Plugs in and some new oil. I asked for my money back but they said NO,I was told to pick up car or they will inpound it, so I had no choice. I wrote to them 3 times with no reply, I am now in the process of taking them to court. Please Please Avoid them at all cost.
Written on: 14/02/2015
I know exactly what you going through, please be in touch as I have various information that will help support your claim.
Written on: 14/02/2015
Would be amazing if you could send me any information about these Rouge Traders, but I just checked online, and they have changed their name to "2nd City Motors, so I think I have had it! the company S.S Car Sales no longer exists. Please please let people know they are the same people.
Written on: 15/02/2015
Not a problem, would be a please to help you out aswell as take these people down. Please send me your email and I shall forward you the information.
Written on: 02/03/2015
Hi, Unfortuatly I cannot give you my e-mail address as the review centre won't pass on that information. Please get in touch with Autotrader and Watchdog. They can run but they cann't hide.
Written on: 19/04/2015
Hi oakland44. If you break up your email like this (yourname) at hotmail co uk it works. Yes it seems they have, great find. I have recently had my review removed as a representative from ss cars had contact this review page. Obviously they are getting a bit worried that people are aware of their activity. Get in touch and Ill send you all the information I have. Cheers
Written on: 27/04/2015
How do I contact you for this info as I am currently going through court because of these low life's! Thanks j
written by Hernandeztt362 on 19/11/2014
Purchased my Audi S3 from these guys a few months ago and have to say car was described down to the T. Did mention to the guys I had read the reviews prior to travelling and was told the reviews are from part exchanges which were all sold under £1000. In essence you get what you pay for. Overall a good experience buying my pride and joy from s.s cars. Thanks a million guys
written by FelicityAshby on 17/11/2014
If you want to buy a car that is bodged I would recommend! They are money grabbers that sell bodged cars as I found out after a warning light came on after 1 weekand I took it to my mechanic who then found out that alot of things had been messed with and bodged!
written by Issac1953 on 25/10/2014
sound lads they have got 7 bad reviews but overall they must turn over a lot of cars I'm not saying it's good but 7 bad reviews are not much compared to the amount of sales they do but they should see to the complaints in a professional manner.my car I purchased was bang on but I did check it properly
Written on: 15/02/2015
You were lucky! These people are Awful, A Micky Mouse set up! I lost £3500, Im taking them to court and yes they have changed the company name to "2nd City Motors" and its not the first time they did this.
Written on: 15/02/2015
This is most likely one of them or their mates unfortunately.
written by foggydewhurst1234 on 21/08/2014
Bought a car . It was too dangerous to drive and a total junk . Took them to court . They did not respond to court as well . Hope they go to jail soon .
written by on 03/08/2014
Ss car sales Birmingham,if you want to save yourself a lot of money steer well clear of this company.Once they have your money and driven away from their premises you are on your own.If anything goes wrong as did it did in my case,they just don't want to know.You get excuses like it's wear and tear or it was alright when it left here.so much for after sales service.After reading lots of customer reviews it appears others have had a similar experience too me if not worse in some cases.
written by rfCalhoun318 on 22/07/2014
S.S Cars on Stanhope Street Birmingham sold me a car. I had it checked over by Halfords the next day who told me it was in a dangerous condition. Only 3 brakes working - those that were had very worn pads. Faulty suspension and faulty steering rack. All tyres illegal and various other problems which weren't apparent to the layman buyer. Cost of £1600 to repair to MOT standard. Took advice from Trading Standards who told me I should reject the car under the Sale of Goods Act and request a refund. The dealer refused, instead offering to pay 50% towards essential repair costs at their own garage. Clearly i don'y trust them to do this. They shouldn't have sold a defective car in the first place. I know its second hand, but it should at least be road legal. Its now going to Court
Written on: 18/08/2014
How is that going so far as Iam in the process of taking them to court myself??
Written on: 14/02/2015
I know exactly what you going through, please be in touch as I have various information that will help support your claim.
Written on: 18/08/2014
How is that going so far as Iam in the process of taking them to court myself??
Written on: 14/02/2015
Hi, just to let you know S.S Car Sales no longer exists, they have changed their name to "2nd City Motors.
written by on 17/07/2014
STAY AWAY IF YOU DONT WANT TO BE RIPPED OFF. You shouldn't buy a chocolate bar off. Service is terrible. Cars are terrible. THEY SHOULD BE SHUT DOWN AND CEASE TRADING!!!!!!
written by Cameronav271 on 02/07/2014
I brought a car in March from them for £1800. Within 6 weeks the engine management light came on and when I contacted them I was fobbed off! Eventually they sent my car to their garage in small heath who had my car for a further 5 weeks claiming problems with engine. I was told to go through the warranty however they wouldnt pay out as problems with the read odometer said id drove 7000 miles in the 6 weeks I had the car! Dealership refused to refund me and pay the repairs. I paid 500 to their nominated garage only to drive away and 2 hours later have the light back on and same problems! Cannot get my money back or a replacement car. DO NOT BUY FROM THEM!! I was informed by the repairing garagethat SSCarSales rregularly put back mileage clocks in cars to avaoid warranty costs and deliver false MOTs. Im persuing through trading standards and small claims court!
Written on: 18/08/2014
How is that going so far as Iam in the process of taking them to court myself??
Written on: 13/02/2015
Hi both, I understand the situation you both are in and a some value information that will support both of your claims.
Written on: 14/02/2015
Hi, just to let you know S.S Car Sales no longer exists they have changed their name to "2nd City Motors" and yes they are in the same place!
written by Panache2010 on 25/03/2014
I went with my daughter to buy a car to be used for my grandson. They sold us a death trap after promising to MOT the car and fix any minor issues. We have since reported this company previously trading under the name Letsbuyacar.com Ltd, to Trading Standards. They also sell warranties and when you make contact are recommended to their own mechanics to fix your car and they are also the guarantors' and owners of the warranty. Work that one out. GIVE THESE COMPANIES A WIDE BERTH. I would like to give zero stars but no facility to do this
written by on 23/10/2011
I bought a car from s s car sale's for £2795 they told us it was a great car and if it was'nt they would return our money, so we bought it. three hours later the car broke down and we got it back to them with NO REFUND, also treated us very poorly like dirt infact. They said the car can be fixed and would deliver it to us as we were one hour away from them (guess what no delivery) another lie now we are seeking legal advice and going to contact trading standards as the car is not safe for us to drive.DON'T BUY FROM THESE CONMEN.
Written on: 06/01/2013
Hi, Is it possible to find out which SS car sales you mean, I was looking at cars this weekend and came across a SS car sales and worried it may be the same one? thank you
Written on: 18/08/2014
What was the outcome ??
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Jack_123's Response to neenb's Review
Written on: 12/03/2015
I feel very sorry for you having read the ordeal these thieves have put you through, unfortunately there are people like these out there. I am currently taking these people to trading standards with the intention of taking it further having been also been in a similar situation. I have gathered a considerable amount of evidence and information against them which will be very helpful should you intend to act upon it.
Gianniuk01's reply to Jack_123's Comment
Written on: 08/04/2015
HI Jack_123's. any help or advice we can exchange would be great. I have already obtained judgement and instructed bailiffs but their instructions are against ss autos so nothing will ocme from that.
Jack_123's reply to Gianniuk01's Comment
Written on: 14/04/2015
Do you have an email address I can send you all the information I have?
Neenb's reply to Jack_123's Comment
Written on: 08/04/2015
we just dont know how to take action we have tryed trading standards an they were no help, we tryed a solicitor but the costs would of been staggering and not even 100% we wouls actually get anything back.. as theyve changed there name just seems impossible to do anything! we would love your help as we want these people stopped and our money back!!!
Jack_123's reply to Neenb's Comment
Written on: 19/04/2015
What is your email address?
Marta1085's reply to Jack_123's Comment
Written on: 06/05/2015
hey , we had issues with them as well , when theyasked for deposit to pay for the car to keep it there till my husband arrives they charged £350 and when he arrived the car wasnt even there and they said they will refund the deposit but instead somehow charged another £250 so £600 for absolutely nothing and noone seems to be able to help either. disgusting people hope they get what they deserve
Jack_123's reply to Marta1085's Comment
Written on: 23/05/2015
Do you have a contact email? I have informed trading standards of all their activity but with more claims against them it will help bring justice.