Podium PCL 

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really really friendly guys, helped me sort out a work van and took it for a nice test drive. Genuine people who want to help and a big mention to key who really made me feel at ease during the whole... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Communication was great. Delivery was done by saboor who was very friendly, arrived on time, went through all paperwork with me and made me feel at ease for purchasing a car 3 hours away. Very happy c... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you Extremely pleased with our new car from arrival to departure, a straight sale no jargon or pre rehearsed speech. Car was exactly as expected a described. We met a very polite and profe... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

KEY assisted in my enquiry when I went to look at a car, he pulled the car out so I could check it fully he stood back while I looked around it he offered comments about the car but was not pushy whic... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

24 March 2026
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for your custom and we appreciate your feedback.
Best Regards,
The Podium team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Oz was very helpful and relaxed with all my questions

I spoke to a chap called Oz and also the office staff and everyone was brilliant. I had a lot of questions to ask and be answered which they did without complaint. It gave me confidence in them along with the reviews on here.

I didnt go through with the transaction and they were very gracious about it and had no problem refunding my deposit although i gave them 25% of it as a gesture because i appreciated them.

If my situation changes i will go directly to them and will also be popping in to meet them when im passing to maintain the relationship.

Thanks Oz and the rest of the team.

Kev

23 March 2026
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Reply from Podium PCL

Dear Customer,
Thank you for your custom and we appreciate your feedback.
Best Regards,
The Podium team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I strongly advise everyone to avoid…

I strongly advise everyone to avoid Podion.

They sold me a van that was clearly cosmetically dressed up to look good in photos, but in reality, the vehicle is in very poor condition. The pictures looked excellent, but after the first proper wash, all the temporary products came off and the real condition became obvious .

The van has:
•⁠ ⁠Multiple dents across the body
•⁠ ⁠Faded and heavily worn plastic trims(front, rear, handles) that had been artificially restored with products to hide damage
•⁠ ⁠Interior issues, including the gear stick leather being glued together with adhesive
•⁠ ⁠An engine oil leak, despite being told it had already been repaired

After I raised these issues, they completely stopped responding no calls, no replies, nothing.
Not professional at all.

On top of that, they arranged an insurance policy using my driving licence details, had me sign documents, and I later discovered:
•⁠ ⁠The insurance was not directly from them, but from a third-party broker
•⁠ ⁠The broker had already paid them in full
•⁠ ⁠The policy they sold is not accepted by mechanics,making it useless

When I tried to cancel:
•⁠ ⁠They refused to help.
•⁠ ⁠Provided invalid contact details
•⁠ ⁠Ignored all further communication

I contacted the broker myself, and they confirmed cancellation is possible — but only if Podion confirms it, which they are refusing to do.

I have already contacted the Police and will now proceed with legal action if this is not resolved.
This has been an extremely stressful and Frustrating experience.

👉 Do NOT trust the photos
👉 Do NOT rely on their word
👉 Be very careful when buying vehicles online from this company

Avoid Podion at all costs!

21 January 2026
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Reply from Podium PCL

Dear Paulo,

Wow… that’s a lot to unpack. Honestly, reading this feels more like a tall tale than a review. Every vehicle we sell is photographed and described accurately — if your first proper wash “revealed” dents and wear, that’s not our problem, that’s just… reality. Calling it “cosmetically dressed up” is a dramatic stretch.

The insurance process? It was a extended WARRANTY you bought via "PAYMNET ASSIST". You signed the documents, by reading there terms and conditions. Complaining now because you didn’t double-check is… well, let’s just say hindsight is 20/20.

As for us “ignoring” you — we respond to legitimate, verifiable issues, not endless exaggerations and threats. Legal threats don’t magically rewrite the facts.

Next time, maybe inspect the van thoroughly and read the paperwork before signing anything. It saves everyone a lot of drama.

We could do same to your business by posting muiltiple negative reviews! But we are decent people.

Regards,
Shaz

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Dear Podium And All

Dear Podium And All.

I am writing to formally raise a serious complaint regarding the vehicle I purchased from your company.

The vehicle delivered to me is not in the same condition as advertised. It is clear that the car was cosmetically prepared (cleaned and treated to look presentable), which misled me into believing I was purchasing a vehicle in a much better condition than it actually is. This is completely unacceptable.

In addition to that, I am facing a major issue related to the insurance arranged during the purchase.
Your team used my personal details to set up an insurance policy, and since then:
• I have been unable to cancel the policy
• The contact details provided by your company do not work
• My calls and emails are being ignored
• I am now being harassed by the insurance company for payments

This situation has escalated to the point where I had to contact the police for assistance, which clearly shows how serious this has become.

I am formally requesting:
1. Immediate assistance in cancelling the insurance policy
2. A resolution to this matter within 48 hours

If this is not resolved urgently, I will proceed with:
• Reporting your company to Trading Standards
• Escalating the case legally through a solicitor
• Taking further action for misrepresentation and financial damages

I expect a prompt and serious response.

*THEY SCAMMED ME .

23 January 2026
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Reply from Podium PCL

Dear Paulo/Katharina,

Wow… that’s a lot to unpack. Honestly, reading this feels more like a tall tale than a review. Every vehicle we sell is photographed and described accurately — if your first proper wash “revealed” dents and wear, that’s not our problem, that’s just… reality. Calling it “cosmetically dressed up” is a dramatic stretch.

The insurance process? It was a extended WARRANTY you bought via "PAYMNET ASSIST". You signed the documents, by reading there terms and conditions. Complaining now because you didn’t double-check is… well, let’s just say hindsight is 20/20.

As for us “ignoring” you — we respond to legitimate, verifiable issues, not endless exaggerations and threats. Legal threats don’t magically rewrite the facts.

Next time, maybe inspect the van thoroughly and read the paperwork before signing anything. It saves everyone a lot of drama.

We could do same to your business by posting muiltiple negative reviews! But we are decent people.

Regards,
Shaz

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

On time delivery perfectly communicate…

On time delivery perfectly communicate by manzoor professional staff good price range no hidden things everything is clearly communicated by manzoor

20 March 2026
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Reply from Podium PCL

Dear Customer,
Thank you for your custom and we appreciate your feedback.
Best Regards,
The Podium team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Windscreen scratched

Naeem delivered my car on time and updated me along the way, which was good. However, the car arrived with two very large scratches on the windscreen in the line of sight. It looks like the wipers have been used and stones were dragged across. Unfortunately I had to discover that myself, Naeem did not make me aware of it which is a shame.

19 March 2026
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Reply from Podium PCL

Hi Stephanie,

Thank you for your feedback and for highlighting the positive aspects of your experience with Naeem. We’re really glad to hear that the delivery was on time and that you felt updated throughout the process.

We’re very sorry to hear about the scratches on your windscreen and that this wasn’t communicated beforehand. That’s certainly not the standard we aim for, and we completely understand how disappointing that must have been. We’ll make sure to address this with our team to prevent it from happening in the future.

If you haven’t already, please reach out to us directly so we can discuss the best way to resolve the issue and make it right.

Thank you again for your honest review — it helps us improve.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good pricing and got what i exactly…

Good pricing and got what i exactly needed
Mr Meer who came to drop the car was a kind gentle man.
Will recommend Podium PCL

15 March 2026
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Reply from Podium PCL

Dear Customer,
Thank you for your custom and we appreciate your feedback.
Best Regards,
The Podium team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Clean car

Clean car, as advertised, one of the best examples ive seen for age

13 March 2026
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Reply from Podium PCL

Dear Customer,
Thank you for your custom and we appreciate your feedback.
Best Regards,
The Podium team

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