Donnelly Group Reviews 

5,425
TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.2

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Looking at 31 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for being professional, polite, and highly knowledgeable. Many people appreciate the helpful and patient approach of the sales team, who focus on customer needs without resorting to hard-selling tactics. Reviewers frequently highlight the exceptional service received, making the car buying journey easy and pleasant. However, some customers also noted issues with vehicle quality, reporting mechanical failures, cosmetic damage, or components not working as expected upon purchase or after service. Some people were dissatisfied with customer service, mentioning unhelpful staff, denial of issues, or a lack of resolution for reported problems.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional and polite to deal with by phone emails in person Ryan and stephen sorted out my warranty and updates that I reported 3 weeks before warranty ended I was called back for warranty w... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

WOW. Rang Monday, picked up a Range Rover Velar— white with rose gold and black trim, higher spec! Jonny McQuitty— did not quit on me. All questions answered. Tolerated my continuous pho... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I took delivery of our Renault Austral in Ballymena. Carol was very informative. She explained all the finance options and car features clearly throughout the process. I would highly recommend her.... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The man who sold us this car, first sold himself. I could tell right away he was a honest and helpful man. He didn't try to sell us the car he wanted to sell, as some salesmen do, rather he sold... See more


Company details

  1. Car Dealer
  2. Car Repair and Maintenance
  3. Renault dealer
  4. Toyota Dealer
  5. Used Car Dealer
  6. Wheel Store

Written by the company

The Donnelly Group has been synonymous with the motor industry in Northern Ireland since 1947 when Peter Donnelly started a vehicle repair and taxi business in Caledon on the border of Co Tyrone and Armagh. Since then the Donnelly Group has become the largest family owned motor retailer in Northern Ireland, offering new and used cars and vans, motability, vehicles for business from sister company Donnelly Fleet, and aftersales services to include service plans, parts, accessories and the Donnelly Group Accident Management Programme. Donnelly Group works with a range of manufacturer partners including Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Citroen, Dacia, Fiat, Fiat Professional, Honda, Jaguar, Land Rover, Mitsubishi, Peugeot, Renault, SEAT, Suzuki, Toyota, Vauxhall, Volkswagen and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, as well as offering a range of approved used vehicles of all makes and models from Donnelly Group Motorstore. With locations across Northern Ireland in Ballymena, Bangor, Belfast, Dungannon, Derry/Londonderry, Enniskillen, Mallusk. Donnelly Group can respond to customer needs quicker and with more convenience than anyone else.

Donnelly Group Northern Ireland

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Keeping the customer central to everything we do!
Our attention to detail, good service, outstanding value and respect for all are just some of the qualities that instill trust within our customers who return to Donnelly Group year after year and generation after generation.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very professional setup and easy to…

Very professional setup and easy to deal with. Bought a car from the South, dealt with Jay, everything I emailed him he got back to me immediately. Nice people. Would highly recommend.

20 January 2024
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Mark, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from Jay and the team at Honda/ Motorstore Belfast. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent handling by Mr Paddy Magee!

Excellent handling by Mr Paddy Magee!
An amazing customer friendly fellow.
He really goes out if his ray for disabled customers!
He needs to be recognised for this I think

26 January 2024
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Claire, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from Paddy and the team at VW Enniskillen. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

great service and couldnt have been…

great service and couldnt have been more helpful dealing with my disability went to great lengths to make sure i was well suited

26 January 2024
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Linda, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Renault Maydown. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful sales executive & great service

Sean was very helpful and was always on hand to answer any questions I had. I’m delighted with my new car and would recommend Donnelly’s.

26 January 2024
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Ellie, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from Sean and the team at Peugeot Enniskillen. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was extremely happy with my experience in changing my car

I an very happy with my experience in changing my car recently, after having my last car for 14 years.
I found the whole experience of picking a change of car and the paper work involved and transfering my old number plate to my new car a very plesant and stress free experience mainly due to the support and the professionalism of Stephen. All paperwork, and documents were ready and completed on time. Nothing was a bother to him and he was very happy to answer questions and program my radio stations and walk me though the workings of the car.

14 November 2023
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Dona, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from Stephen and the team at Motorstore Dungannon. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Darren was very helpful and made the…

Darren was very helpful and made the process very straightforward.

12 January 2024
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Margaret, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Citroen Bangor. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Honest, caring and knowledgeable

Honest, caring and knowledgeable staff

13 January 2024
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Greg, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Suzuki Mallusk. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant service

Jonny was brilliant, very friendly and helpful. He made us feel very comfortable without putting us under any pressure

12 January 2024
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Michelle, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Fiat Mallusk. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Chris was and still is very helpful and…

Chris was and still is very helpful and a lovely gentleman (Chris in disablety)

11 January 2024
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Hazel, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Citroen Dungannon. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely helpful staff

17 January 2024
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi James, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Land Rover Dungannon. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy process

Straight forward from choosing my new car right through to having the keys in my hand and driving my brand new car out of there.

12 January 2024
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Karen, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Peugeot Maydown. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very friendly

Very friendly, professional service from the staff with continuous updates.

10 January 2024
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Dacia Ballymena. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful staff

Very helpful staff
Really good communication of all the steps to receiving my vehicle
Great waiting room facilities

2 January 2024
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Gemma, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Peugeot Maydown. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Straightforward business.

Straightforward business.
Honest and helpful

8 January 2024
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Phillip, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Fiat Mallusk. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve been with Michael and Darren a…

I’ve been with Michael and Darren a long time and trust them - easy no fuss change

12 January 2024
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Trevor, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Citroen Bangor. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Ger, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Motorstore Mallusk. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A great experience when buying a new…

A great experience when buying a new car. Every step of the way was brilliant, and upon delivery, I was guided through the controls etc. I’m delighted with the car and the dealership.

5 January 2024
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi James, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Citroen Bangor. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sales rep was very up front told us all…

Sales rep was very up front told us all about the vehicle the age mileage colour and all the warranty that was available he took care sorting out get are on number back on with tax vehicle

19 January 2024
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Angela, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Peugeot Enniskillen. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This was my 5th Honda

This was my 5th Honda. 1 Accord and 4 CRV’s.

Salesman Jay was a class act. Well done to everyone.

17 January 2024
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi David, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Honda Belfast. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

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