Cory & the team are awesome! Weve now purchased 3 vehicles from them & will be back for more when the need arises. They are no pressure, very friendly, professional, and super easy to work with. Thank you, Cory, for making the car buying experience fun & hassle free!
No hassle no pressure experience for my daughter buying her vehicle. Eric answered all her questions & kept her inform during the whole process.Very comfortable & non stressful experience.
My buying experience with Houdek Auto Center was very positive. Corey was available and ready to answer any questions I had. At no time did i feel pressured to complete the purchase. Found a vehicle that I liked, but had a couple of minor things that needed fixed, and they quickly had those items fixed for me by the time I had completed getting financing approved through my lender. I was very impressed with the condition of all the vehicles i looked at when deciding on which to purchase. Definitely worth checking out!!
Worked with Eric, everything went smooth no hidden fees, no rush, and very helpful just a perfect place to buy a car. I will definitely do business with them again! Thanks
Easiest buying experience Ive ever had. Im an out of state buyer so theres a tremendous amount of faith involved in a car purchase. I saw a vehicle online, called Cory at Houdek, and was able to work out a time to fly up to Iowa to buy the truck. When I arrived, everything was ready to go. I wasnt at the dealership for hours like most experiences. I was in and out taking my new truck back home. Thank you for the great experience.
Fast and easy. I love my new Jeep. Thank you!
Eric was great very honest and low pressure buying experience. Great quality cars, would definitely recommend Houdek to my friends
Great place to get a car! Me & my wife were stuck & Cory there helped us out & made things happen! Ask for him or any of his associates, good service & great people. Definitely recommend!
What a great buying experience for our 21 year old daughter. No pressure sales. Eric was kind and professional. This is our second child to purchase from Houdek and Eric is looking for something for another daughter. Highly recommended!!!
Bought my truck through Houdek recently and it was a good buying experience. Flew in from outta state and Eric picked me up from the airport with my truck. Give him a buzz if you need a vehicle.
I bought a 2013 Ford Edge this week Cory was very nice as expected. Love the car so far but disappointed they could of detailed it better where the spare tire is needed vacuum out I pointed that out when looking at it.. Asked them to double check the brakes didnt seem right to me but dont think he did. He did say he put brakes all around going to check to make sure if not they will hear from me. Then you think buying a car I would of got a full tank of gas not even close way below a half. You would of thought they could of filled it. Did take off 200 but have to put that right back into it to get another key made with the buttons on it. Thats 190.00 so know deal at all and only found out I had one key after signing the papers.
Cory is going to tell you that whatever car you are interested in is being sold to or looked at by another customer...then sell it to who ever has the most money. They claim they inspect all their cars...I changed the air filter in my wife’s new flex bought from here...it was factory even though the vehicle had almost 100k on it.It’s a good thing we got an extended warranty through another company...a 4700$ repair less than a month after we bought the vehicle.Rear steering linkage broke while driving sending my 8 month pregnant wife uncontrollably into the opposing lane of traffic. Come to find out the part was under recall while still sitting on the lot. During the course of all this, of course, my wife called in several times for different issues like the sunroof being stuck open...the dealership actually blocked her phone calls or at the very least purposely ignored them.They put on a good customer service front but when it comes down to it they really don’t care about anything but the sell. After all the issues we brought to their attention they repeatedly told us their was nothing wrong with the vehicle. We took it to a Ford dealer and they were able to diagnose and fix it in less than a week, to the tune of almost 5G.They have nice stock and they did order us a part...but their are better places to take your business. It’s now time for myself to shop for a new vehicle and I’ll not be taking my business there.My reply:We were NEVER told that you don’t service your own vehicles. In fact when we bought it we told you one of the reasons we did so was to buy local and service local. Only after we had problems were we informed that you don’t service vehicles. And our problems started WEEKS after purchase, not 8 months. We paid for the one part you ordered us and you did replace the rear view camera free of charge...since we brought that to your attention before the sale. And unless you count poorly covering the stuck sunroof with plastic or charging us your cost for an already recalled part customer care I’ve no idea what you’re talking about. Let’s not forget the passenger door ajar light constantly being on, the missing key fob, or the water damage after the sunroof being stuck open the very first time we used it. We didn’t want anything free (of course you’d say that). We just wanted you to at least pretend like you cared and maybe inspect your vehicles like you tell your customers you do. But hey, it’s your story now...you tell it how you want.
Definetly the best car dealership & top rated in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.Awesome employees, and awesome business. Thank you!
I purchased a 2005 Buick LaCrosse and had the pleasure of working with Kevin Goulding. He was very patient and helpful throughout the entire process and answered all of the questions I had! I got a great deal on the car as well, since there was some hail damage and I opted out of having that repaired. Thank you Kevin and everyone else at Houdek! I love my new car!
I recently bought a BMW from Houdek Auto Center and had a wonderful experience. Cory was great to work with. He was knowledgeable and provided information without pressuring me to buy an automobile. I was able to test drive the vehicle on my own and Cory even gave me tips on where to go for the best test drive. Houdek Auto Center also offers a good warranty option that is available for purchase to provide peace of mind if you are interested. I live in Des Moines and was having a difficult time finding a ride to Marion to pick up my BMW and Cory was able to help me get the car delivered to Des Moines at a fair price. Overall I had a great experience buying a car from Houdek Auto Center and will be sure to keep them in mind for my next auto purchase.
Guessing they didnt want my business the guy didnt even look at my trade in
TRULY a 5 star experience! Cory was beyond great in helping us find the right vehicle. He was patient, knowledgeable and made us feel right at home. Cant wait to return for our next car! I dont ever leave reviews, but my experience at Houdek was incredible! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!
Corey sold the car we wanted to someone else while we were waiting for their call back, the same day! They are only about the sale and not the customer. This was my daughters first experience trying to buy a car on her own. If you want your heart broken go here to buy a car. We even called and left a message a couple hours after we were there to see what he found out if they could come down at all in price. They never called back so we called again and they sold the car we wanted to someone else the very same day. TERRIBLE customer service! :(Your response to this review unfortunately proves the 1 star rating. I never even said what you quoted I said. We clearly left there stating we wanted confirmation you could go down to what you said you thought you could or if you could do any more and you said you’d see what you could do and call us back. We actually wondered why you couldn’t just check while we were there. You should have had the decency to do what you said you would do before selling it to the next customer. We dont know what it takes to hold it so we went off your word you’d actually call back. It’s a done deal now and unfortunately a lot of heartache caused to us which won’t be forgotten. Maybe if you would have called back timely after we tried to call you back twice we could have known what our options were.You are the liar, I simply asked if you could be honest and tell the other buyer you screwed up and it was on hold with us as it should have been. So now on top of everything else you’re calling me the liar! W.o.w. BEWARE PEOPLE!!!
I bought a 2010 Ford Flex and they were able to work within my budget. I had a tie rod break. They got the car towed back to the dealership and right away Monday morning they had the part in and replaced very quickly. I was able to get back to work with minimal delay. They really do try to give you the best quality vehicle. When I took the car into get an oil change I had seen that they replaced a lot of control and suspension parts. They really have earned your business.
Im happy to have done business with Houdek Auto Center as in the beginning process of purchasing my vehicle I truly appreciated the customer service and honest coming from Steve when asking about the vehicle I previously owned. He gave me great info from his knowledge bank. I also want to thank Kevin for showing great customer service to me and my wife. He gave use detail in depth on our interest and made sure our purchased was washed up and ready for us before we pulled off with it. Even went as far as taking care of some minor things. I appreciate these guys they went the extra mile to help our experience be a great one.
Great experience working with Kevin! No pressure, he did everything possible to accommodate us when looking for a car. He made it a very easy process. I would definitely recommend*****
Very helpful, friendly staff! I over-all had a very good experience here! Highly recommend!
Bought a 2014 Ford Focus SE from them, lasted under a year, now im scrambling to pay off the loan to get the title so i can get away from this car.Do not buy from these people.
Cory was great, very forthright with information and straightforward about pricing and warranties.
When the Derecho totaled my car recently, we were dreading a car shopping/buying experience, on top of all the stress the storm had brought. Kevin Goulding was like a breath of fresh air after previous dealings with big, impersonal car salesmen. He was very kind, knowledgeable and most importantly to us, non pressuring. I found the perfect car for me here on the lot, and highly recommend Kevin and Houdek Auto!
Definitely didn’t think I would be buying a car last weekend, but I spotted one I loved and couldn’t say no. Kevin was super easy to work with... he let us drive the car for quite a while. We researched and pricing was extremely fair. We were out of finance in less than 10 minutes. Definitely recommend!
Best car shopping experience ever!! Big dealerships could never compare, Cory helped me through the whole process and made me feel like I was getting the best deal possible while getting a car that was safe and reliable. Would definitely be the first place I recommend to friends and family to shop for a car! Love my new car!
Bought a 2017 Subaru Outback. Excellent customer service, with an excellent selection of vehicles. Kevin helped me pick out a car and wasnt pushy at all. He helped me find the perfect car for me and I am enjoying it very much. I would recommend this dealership to anyone!
We stopped looking at one car, drove in and fell in love with a different vehicle! Kevin was the salesperson who met us on the lot. He was friendly, open, helpful, and definitely not pushy. We were pleased with him, the experience, and the end result with our new purchase. We were impressed with smooth process. We will recommend Houdek to friends and family.
Kevin helped me find a quality replacement car for the one I lost in the storm. Not pushy and very knowledgeable. Would recommend to anyone looking for a new or replacement vehicle.
I have bought two cars in the last month fromCorey at Houdek because of their great customer service and competitive prices. They work with you and treat you like family. We will always try and buy from them if we can.
I am forever greatful for the help and support from Cory Houdek!! He was amazing and my experience was just as great. Thank you for the best customer service ever!!! You are the best!!!!
Cort was very friendly and helpful. The shop was closing, but after a brief texting conversation, he stayed open late for me. After a test drive we quickly signed the papers and the car was mine. Great communicator. Great family business to support.
They knew we were driving from out of town to look at a specific vehicle. When we arrived the vehicle had been freshly washed, which immediately raised a flag. Before the test drive i looked under the car for any signs of oil or leaks. Of course it was super clean...hmmmm...After the test drive we asked the dealer to give us a few mins in private. I immediately looked under the car and saw a lot of dripping. Stuck my hand on it and came back with a handful of oil. Very disappointing that they misrepresented the condition of this vehicle. They knew we were taking the time and making the trip.... I know they are there to sell but have some morals!The posted pic is of the exact car Im talking about
I bought a 2013 Land Rover Range Rover from Cory Houdek. He was super helpful through email and in person. He knew all the right answers to all my questions and I knew I was getting the right car for the right price and I am so happy I went there to get my car. My wife mom and sister all got their cars from him so I knew I was in good hands. Cant wait to hit the road in my new car and when people ask where I got it Ill say with pride Houdek auto center.
Support this local family owned business. Its everything a car dealership should be. Cory Houdek was fast, efficient, knowledgeable, and great to work with. Would highly recommend.
Watch out for these clowns. They got trick up their sleve. Very nice. Bought a Subaru found out had body damage not covered under insurance when someone hit me. Do your legwork when buying here. Youve been warned.
The vehicle we purchased was a 2009 Subaru. It is in very good condition and it drives really nice. The person who handled the sale was Kevin Goulding and he was very helpful. I give the 5 stars
I have had a great experience with this place, Steve was super nice and helpful in getting me a car. Been to multiple places, but this is the best place you would wanna get your car from.
Great experience at Houdek Auto Center. Clean, honestly represented vehicles. Knowledgeable about the vehicles they are selling. The staff went above and beyond making sure the vehicle I was purchasing was road worthy and had no known issues prior to the sale. They even sent extra keys for the vehicle when they received them. Would absolutlely purchase another vehicle from Houdek Auto Center.
Kevin Goulding was awesome to work with! He wasnt pushy and was straightforward with me from the start. I would recommend anyone to do business with these guys! Great experience!
Great service, very helpful a wonderful no nonsense atmosphere! Cory was very helpful and knowledgeable. I truly feel like if we have any issues or concerns they will take care of use. I’m looking forward to working with Houdek.
Cool place trust houdek more then any of the other car lots
Steve Young was my salesman. He was courteous, attentive, and even communicated several times on his day off. I purchased a Suburu Outback and have been very pleased. This company deserves its five star rating. Steve called the next day to make sure everything was going well. I am so glad I came here!
We purchased a 2011 Outback and love it so far! Interior was professionally cleaned so it looked great. Another reason we purchased our Outback here was because of extensive service that was completed that none of the other dealers had completed, yes they were a little cheaper at other dealers but once you add in the service they were way more $$$! My advise is to do your homework and shop here and you will be happy!
Kevin Goulding and his team were excellent in getting me through the process. Great car at a good price, fast and thorough service, straightforward and upfront. I highly recommend Houdek Auto for your used car needs!
Great experience! We dealt with Kevin, and he was very helpful and kind to us! I recommend purchasing a car from Houdek Auto Center!
These guys have truly been a blessing to my family! First place I stop when ever I have any questions or in need of a vehicle. Thank you for all you do!
Sold me a car with warped rotors, terrible break pads, a shotty engine that I’ve tried repairing twice to no avail. Constant engine lights coming on even after repairs and replacements. Upsold me on a $2000 extended warranty that doesn’t cover most of the issues, so a massive waste of money. Don’t feel safe at all driving my car I bought here. Total negligence. Will not shop here again. Buy a CERTIFIED vehicle elsewhere and thank me later.
Best experience with Kevin. Will definitely purchase again in the future! Kevin was knowledgeable, up front, and made the whole process stress free.
Its my first car with Houdek auto center I had Kevin Goulding helping me. I went in day before approved and he called me the very next day to let me know I got approved. Was very good at communicating and able to help to get approved. I would like to add that I had no credit and Kevin was able to get me approved.
Walk in was met by Kevin a sales consultant. He was very friend and professional and very knowledgeable. Took very good care of us. He found us exactly what we were looking for. I would highly recommend Kevin and the Houdek auto center.
This dealership comes recommended by honest local mechanics. Very fair with price for cars and trades. Will suggest this dealership and return for any future purchases!
Kevin was a breeze to work with! He was personable, able to answer our questions on the features of the vehicle and vehicle history without having to look it up. Hands down best used dealership experience Ive had. We were very happy with the customer service, no pressure, and flexibility that came with purchasing a vehicle from Houdek.
Bought my first car from Houdek Auto. Excellent service, no sense of unnecessary pressure to sell the car to you. Very flexible with their time and with letting you test the car out. 100% would recommend!
Drove 3 hours to test drive a vehicle and Kevin at Houdek did not disappoint. Bought the vehicle at a great price. Friendly and upfront!
Eric is awesome 👌
I came across a vehicle online and Kevin was phenomenal. Allowed us to come look at the vehicle before the actual hours of operation and was very awesome and simple to work with in regards to purchasing the vehicle. Great business!
Just recently purchased my Honda from Kevin at houdek and they were extremely helpful for the whole process would recommend them to anyone
Stopped in at Houdek Auto not knowing for sure what I wanted. Kevin Goulding was very patient as I fumbled around but, He helped me find the perfect car.Didn’t expect to fall in love with a 2013 Hyundai after the first test drive.Thanks Kevin!
Cory was amazing with helping to find me my perfect first car! He was really helpful and assisting me with what features and everything in the car. I will definitely come back here for my next car!
I rarely give negative posts. We found a car my wife loved. We test drove it. All 4 cars we looked at leaked oil. We did like one. We went inside. His asking price is it nothing below. He wanted to tack on $95 for plates to be delivered to my house. I can walk those to the county to free and that was separate of tax and registration. He used the NADA for the price I said others are lower for the vehicle and he said this is the price. If you dont want to pay this I dont care about your money. Well in two days we are driving 2 hours to pick up the same car as long as it is in good shape.
Staff was friendly and knowledgeable! Really helped me out in finding a vehicle that’s fits my budget! If you’re in the market for a new to you vehicle then they are definitely the place to go!
Great to work with honest, trustworthy and the salesman Kevin was great to work with. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a new or used vehicle!
Awesome experience!! The service I received was excellent!! I was greeted with a warm welcome and walked feeling like it doesnt get much easier then this. I will definitely be back next time I need a vehicle and will have no problem recommending them. I was in and out in about an hour. If youre looking for a vehicle definitely check them out!!
Went to Houdek a couple of days ago and purchased a lovely Subaru Impreza from Kevin Goulding. He was patient and helpful, letting me wander around the lot and test drive vehicles. He seemed very knowledgeable about Subaru’s and even helped figure out the gas mileage on the three cars I was interested in, ultimately informing my final decision. I will definitely be going back to Houdek Auto Center for my future car needs and asking for Kevin!
My son bought a car from Kevin today. Its the second time weve purchased vehicles here and its the only place I shop. Great folks, super fast service, and no pressure. I would recommend them to anyone.
Kevin was very helpful, friendly to work with. Very easy and stress free to purchase a vehicle from Houdek Auto. Thanks!
I have never bought a car from a dealership before. I have always bought my card privately. They were not pushy. They were very friendly and informative. I have poor credit and was able to get financing on the spot and drove my great new 2014 Jeep Patriot off the lot same day! Cory was a great salesman going over my options for my budget and needs for my family of 3. I can’t say enough about how much I love their whole team!
We were looking for a car and a good buying experience in the Cedar Rapids area. Found it all at Houdek!!!Thanks to Kevin and the whole crew there.We will be returning when looking for another vehicle.
We bought a 2006 pontiac solstice from Cory and he made the process totally painless. Would recommend this place. They treated us really well.
Keven Gouleding was so helpful and and friendly. He answered all my questions. The car I purchase was very well maintenence and clean.
These guys are ABSOLUTELY wonderful!After a horrible day of losing our main vehicle these guys were our knights in shining armor!They worked FOR us to get the best rates and vehicle all while showing us OUR happiness was their only concern! I even feel as though we may have made life long friends! We, for sure!, will continue going back here for all of our car buying needs!When I first read these reviews I thought they must be fakes, afterall how can a used dealership have that many good reviews?! Im here to tell you weve bought cars from big and small dealers and they just cant compare to these guys! They lived up to every review on here and then some! If I have anything to do with it my family and friends will be buying from these guys too!Andrew and Cory we cant wait to come back for Dans truck! You guys are truly a dying breed in the customer service & car buying world! It was honestly all of our pleasure for to the fullest! Thank you so much for being a HUGE positive in our series of VERY bad days!
Treated us well. Made recommendations that were in our budget.
It was a great place to talk with the owner and he got us our new car for a great price! We love it:)
We purchased an 07 Chevy Trail Blazer from Rudy Rodriguez. Rudy was very friendly and I couldnt ask for a better sales person. We never felt pressured. Rudy was knowledgeable about the vehicles. We took our wild and crazy children and he never flinched. It was a comfortable experience. This was our first time buying from a small used car lot but we enjoyed the experience and will visit again in the future. If my experience changes, I will write an update but so far, I have no reason to be concerned. :)
The guys were great. They worked with me and they were all very nice. I like that there weren’t a ton of workers, because all the attention was focused on me and what I needed. I was able to ask a lot of questions and felt like they walked me through all of them so that I could understand. I found an amazing car and I couldn’t be happier!
I have purchased 3 vehicles from Zimmerman Houdek, all from Cory. I have had the best car buying experiences here. The first visit was for two vehicles and the most recent was for an upgrade to a previous purchase. The cars sold here are top quality. The few small issues that I had were taken care of with speedy service and a car to use while mine was being serviced. I will continue to return to this dealership for all of the cars I plan on purchasing. I have recommended them to several of my friends and coworkers.What was key to winning me over was the hassle free purchase and no pressure to finance. They worked within my personal budget and never pushed me to purchase more vehicle than I intended on.Cory has been the best at providing knowledge about the vehicles I have purchased. His insight has helped me find the best cars for the money.
We cant say enough about how wonderful our experience at Houdek, in particular with Cory and Andrew was! We were first time car buyers after our college cars that we had owned for over 7 years both died within a week of each other. Cory was not pushy at all and really cared about what was important to us in our buying experience. Working with our financing with Andrew was the easiest process it could have ever been for us! We would recommend absolutely anyone to Houdek and love our new Impala!
This was our first experience at Houdek. We worked with Kevin Goulding and had a great experience. No pressure, and they let you do your thing. Will be back for future buying needs!
Nightmare! Dont buy from this clown.. Were from Wisconsin and drove 3.5 hours to buy a car that was told was in great shape. Got there w intentions to buy it. Had dents,chips. Rust. Seat controls fell off when I adjusted seat. Car was filthy dirty! Junk junk junk! Do not buy from this place! We found a nice car next day in great shape! May be it was a God sent!
Recently purchased a 2008 Toyota Prius with my step-son and it was great. His first car purchase experience. Corey was great. No hassle. No pressure. Knowledgeable on everything. 2nd vehicle weve bought with them. Probably be back with my daughter when its time! Thanks again.
Brought my sister to houdek because she said she seen a car she was interested in i took her we met with Kevin he was very professional and nice i inspected the car with Kevin he was very honest bout all the work theyve done to the car Kevin was very reasonable on the price for the vehicle my sister was interested in she is happy and loves her new car thank you kevin
Bought a Outback and have loved the car. I waited a few weeks to give this review so that would give me a chance to see how the car checked out. Have to say I love it! Thanks
Fast and friendly. Extremely workable. Would recommend
Im a first time car buyer and was looking to get a reliable commuter car for school and work. They had a 2007 Chevy cobalt for a very fair price. I went to look at it and they were very helpful in letting me know what I needed to know about the car. I got to test drive it and took it to a mechanic who said it was in excellent condition. I decided to purchase it and the process was very quick and simple, even for a first time buyer like myself. The car is running perfectly and I have absolutely no complaints. Overall Im very pleased with the experience I had there.
Amazing experience! They worked hard to get me into an amazing car!
Had a great experience today, we came in and test drove the Malibu then we had them check interest rates for us to compare against out bank and they beat them by 2%! Ended up with a local credit union. Thanks guys!
Thanks for a great experience Kevin and his co- workers for making our Cadillac purchase an awesome event. They aided us with our requests and needs.
Great experience amazing at what they do love my new car ask for Cory he was so helpful
I bought a Buick verano from Kevin he was very nice gave me a good deal on my new car he was very helpful an gave me great car fax on another car that i was going to get but i change my mind an bought my car thru Kevin very good place to shop
Everyone here is friendly and not pushy by any means. I worked with Cory, who made my first time car buying experience great! I wanted to get a new truck before winter hits and I was able to get the one I loved well below blue book price and they take very good care of their customers. I will definitely be buying my next car from here
Quality vehicles and no pressure sales staff. The truck I purchased came with a limited dealer warranty which was cheerfully honored when a couple things needed repaired. Repairs were made in a timely manner, and they even provided a loaner vehicle while making the repairs. I spoke with the mechanic afterwards and he explained in detail what was done.Im very happy with my purchase and would recommend Houdek to others.
I went up to look at a car with my boyfriend because we needed a 4 door car for our newborn child. We ended up looking at a car that we didnt intend on or go up to look at specifically but we ended up liking it. We felt bad for being there past closing but said we would come back the next weekend (this last weekend) to make a deal and trade his car in. He called the salesman we delt with the previous weekend to tell him we were on our way to see the vehicle. Thinking the salesman would get it ready for us to look at again and make a deal. When we got there he let another couple test drive it and gave them all his attention. Completely blew us off when we got there. We waited for the car to come back from the test drive and the salesman didnt give us the time of day. He talked with the people who just test drove it and took them inside to make a deal with them even though we came up with family to look at the car and possibly purchase it that day. We waited 15 to 20 min. and then just left, after we told him we were coming and said we were interested. Ended up going to another dealership to find the same car and they were even willing to hold it till Monday because we needed to get our trade in ready. Thought it was rude and unprofessional for the salesman to not only let someone else test drive the car knowing we were coming up to buy after being there the previous weekend but also ignored us after telling us it was on a test drive. Wont be looking at a car at this dealership AGAIN after that experience.
Kevin was very helpful in the purchase of our vehicle. He promptly returned calls and messages and had everything ready and waiting when we arrived. Very satisfied!!
Cory was a pleasure to work with, on a very cold day! Very helpful and quick! Recommend coming here. we are repeat customers!
Just bought a used Honda SUV and it was definitely a great experience from start to finish. The car was at a fantastic price and when I finally picked it up, it looked immaculate inside and out! Having had it for almost a month, the car was exactly as promised... dependable and a good value. Im already recommending them to family and friends.
Kevin was great. We had gone to several lots and came back to see Kevin. Although the car I was originally looking at was sold he showed us a better one!!!
Very friendly and helpful. Answered all my questions and helped me with my trade. All questions I had. Wasn’t pushy with anythingDefinitely recommend Houdek Auto Center to anyone looking for a different vehicle. Cars were very well clean and kept