Brayleys Cars - Brayley Kia Harpenden Reviews 

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

Luton Road, AL5 2UA Harpenden, GB

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Car in for annual service. Tom at service department Brayleys Harpenden Kia, was very professional and quick to acknowledge the lumbar support driver seat wasn't working as we raised the issue duri... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The initial welcome from the staff put me at ease, They were polite and informative. Offering a test drive on the first visit made so much difference to the experience. After the drive the explanation... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Excellent service. My only issue is, if the technician changes the driver assist settings, please put them back to how they were. Auto hold was off when i collected my car, i didnt realise and nearly... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Danny Reynolds was my sales contact who was excellent from first view to sorting out issues with used Kia Sportage car which were addressed. When sorting out a problem with warranty outstanding he re... See more

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Company details

  1. Car Dealer
  2. also in
  3. Auto Repair Shop
  4. Used Auto Parts Store
  5. Used Car Dealer

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Here at Brayleys, we want to ensure your experience with us is enjoyable and hassle-free. Whether you’re browsing our website, chatting to us by phone, or visiting our dealership, it’s our aim to provide you with all the information you need, give impartial advice, and help you secure the right vehicle for you. We’re also here to support you throughout ownership, with servicing and maintenance so you can enjoy a smooth ride mile after mile. Our Managing Director, Paul Brayley, started work as an apprentice automobile technician at the age of 16. He progressed through the ranks, gaining experience at all levels over his 44-year career, and founded Brayleys in 2003. Needless to say, Paul knows the automotive industry inside out, and it’s his dynamic energy and no-compromise approach to customer focus that has enabled Brayleys to expand from its humble beginnings to the successful business of today. Paul strongly believes in bringing family values to the workplace, and Brayleys offers a friendly, caring, responsible and respectful service to all customers, enabling them to trust us with their motoring needs time and again. We are members of the Automotive 30% Club, leading change in diversity, representation and gender balance across the UK automotive retail sector and we are an equal opportunities employer. Our businesses now represent five of the world’s best known automotive brands: Dacia, Honda, Kia, Mazda and Renault. With dealerships across Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, Surrey, North London, Essex and Oxfordshire, we are well-placed to meet a diverse range of motoring requirements, from new and used car sales to Motability services and aftercare. We look forward to welcoming you to one of our dealerships, where our friendly staff are waiting to assist.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional

22 July 2025
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Thank you for your review, we are very happy to hear of your positive experience! Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything else we can do for you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very easy experience

Danny helped me with the whole process of leasing the new car and made it very easy for me, guiding me through it. He also responded very quickly to all communications.

20 July 2025
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Hi James, Thank you for your review. We are very happy we could provide you with a positive experience! If you ever need anything else from us, please feel free to give us a call or stop by. Have a great day!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Everything completed and car returned cleaned and polished!

21 July 2025
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Hi LD, Thank you for your review, we are very happy to hear of your positive experience! Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything else we can do for you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Let’s go !!!

Popped into Brayleys at Harpenden and met the lovely Natalie Took a few cars out for test drives as unsure of what I wanted Didn’t end up buying from this branch but I couldn’t fault the time and effort put into helping me chose the car that was right for me
Nothing was too much trouble
Definately go and see Natalie if you’re looking for a new or used car

21 July 2025
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Hi Janice, Thank you for your review. We are very happy we could provide you with a positive experience! If you ever need anything else from us, please feel free to give us a call or stop by. Have a great day!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service, professional and friendly. I would not hesitate to recommend.

16 July 2025
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Hi Yendis, We are very happy we could provide you with a positive experience! Please let us know if there is anything else we can do for you; we are more than happy to help!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Disappointed by questionable billing…2nd time...

Disappointed by questionable billing practices
I've had my Kia Niro serviced at Brayleys Kia Harpenden on multiple occasions, and unfortunately I've encountered the same issue more than once: being charged for washer fluid I didn’t need. The first time, I had topped it up myself before the service, yet still got billed for it—something I only noticed after reviewing the invoice at home.
This time, I made absolutely sure the washer fluid was filled to the top beforehand. Still, a charge appeared—£2.50 for 300ml of screen wash. I challenged it with the service manager, who explained that their system auto-defaults to adding the charge, that a technician had retrieved the fluid but didn’t use it, and it was “accidentally” left on the bill. He also mentioned they needed to review their billing system.
When I asked bluntly if Brayleys were “ripping me off,” he took offence. I then asked if it constituted fraud—again, offence taken. We agreed to disagree.
While the discussion remained civil, I’m very disappointed that a large company was happy to allow such questionable charges to stand. They did agree to a refund in the end. It may seem minor, but it’s the principle. Please check your bill closely—I wouldn’t want others to be caught out by something similar.

10 July 2025
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Thank you for your review. We are sorry that you weren't happy with your experience which we have discussed with the site management team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Car service was seamless

Car service was seamless. I was so pleased when I booked my car to be collected and returned to me and the car was collected promptly in the morning at the location I agreed, then the service was performed quickly and I was updated. Then the car was returned to me by the end of the morning. I was very impressed with the customer service and I could not have managed to get my car serviced without this service. Thank you

4 July 2025
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Hi Elizabeth, We are very happy we could provide you with a positive experience! We are always more than happy to assist you if anything else comes up. Take care!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly and efficient

Friendly and efficient. Booked my car in for a time slot service. Car taken and returned exactly as planned. David went out of his way to fully explain the work done and next service requirements

7 July 2025
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Hi Tim, We are very happy we could provide you with a positive experience! We are always more than happy to assist you if anything else comes up. Take care!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An enjoyable experience.

The whole process went very smoothly and I was made to feel a welcomed customer. My salesman Danny was first class - nothing was too much trouble.

27 June 2025
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Hi Jeremy, Thank you for taking the time to leave us this positive rating! Have a wonderful day!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very efficient

Had the satnav updated and a fuse replaced. Very courteous, very efficient, and were able to do the work on my chosen day. Thank you!

30 June 2025
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Hi Fiona, We are very happy we could provide you with a positive experience! We are always more than happy to assist you if anything else comes up. Take care!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My car was serviced and had its MOT…

My car was serviced and had its MOT done within the expected time slot and was cleaned inside and out when I collected it.

24 June 2025
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Hi Anne, We are very happy we could provide you with a positive experience! Please let us know if there is anything else we can do for you; we are more than happy to help!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nice people to do business with

Nice people to do business with, not pushy let you make your own opinion on things. Salesman Jonathan leston very helpful and nice guy done everything for us would recommend this company to everyone.

20 June 2025
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Hi John, Thank you for your review, we are very happy to hear of your positive experience! Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything else we can do for you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service from the Sales department

Went to showroom to upgrade our car and was met by a professional sales person who took the time to listen to our requirements and answer any questions we had. We went through different options to purchase and ended up buying an ex-demo car. Very pleased with the car and purchasing experience and would more than likely go back when we change our other car.

12 June 2025
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Hi David, Thank you for your review. We are very happy we could provide you with a positive experience! If you ever need anything else from us, please feel free to give us a call or stop by. Have a great day!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Straight forward MOT

Straight forward MOT. Staff efficient and courteous as always. Comfortable waiting area

4 June 2025
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Thank you for your review. We are very happy we could provide you with a positive experience! If you ever need anything else from us, please feel free to give us a call or stop by. Have a great day!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always a warm welcome at Brayleys

Always a warm welcome at Brayleys, professional friendly staff

22 May 2025
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Hi Belle, Thank you for taking the time to leave us this positive rating! Have a wonderful day!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service with home pickup/delivery

For annual service and MOT, I booked a pickup from and delivery back to home. This went smoothly, with friendly staff member picking up car. Communication with service department was good and they fixed a rubbing noise in back wheel that I had mentioned (a stick was caught and needed wheel removed to get it out). Car nicely valeted afterwards. Payment was easy via an email link they sent. Will use again.

22 May 2025
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Hi Richard, We are very happy we could provide you with a positive experience! Please let us know if there is anything else we can do for you; we are more than happy to help!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Buying a car

The sales executive was very helpful and took us patiently through everything we needed to do. The whole transaction went very smoothly and quickly thanks to his guidance.

13 May 2025
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Hi Joan, We are very happy we could provide you with a positive experience! Please let us know if there is anything else we can do for you; we are more than happy to help!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Positive experience at Kia Harpenden

Maurice was very helpful throughout and made the whole experience as stress-free as possible for us.

9 May 2025
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Hi Kate, Thank you for taking the time to leave us this positive rating! Have a wonderful day!

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