Customer Testimonials for My 1st Rate Auto

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Terri - CARGURUS CUSTOMER REVIEW

" ...My dream was to get a car for my son when he turned 16...They helped put the biggest smile on my son's face. I highly recommend this company."

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BPH996 (username) - CARGURUS CUSTOMER REVIEW

"My experience was great. The truck was exactly as described. Thanks Marlin!"

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Corrin - CARGURUS CUSTOMER REVIEW

"Marlin at 1st Rate Auto was awesome!! He made the car buying process very easy."

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Dosha - CARGURUS CUSTOMER REVIEW

"Great customer service and easy going process for purchasing a car. Couldn't have had a better experience. Thanks Gabriel."

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J. Salerno - CARGURUS CUSTOMER REVIEW

"Very happy with my experience. Marlin was great to work with and I would definitely buy another vehicle from him. 5 stars across the board."

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William - CARGURUS CUSTOMER REVIEW

"....Very nice dealership with a great husband/wife team....Gained 10 years and 90,000 miles. With a little TLC it's gonna be great.

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Tracy - CAR GURUS CUSTOMER REVIEW

"We closed the deal in 2 hours they also do tag and registration, they're great folks. Thank you for everything."

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Dr. Ashley Kay - GOOGLE CUSTOMER REVIEW

"...No other dealership has come close to their kind of customer service...I could keep going but it comes down to Marlin being hands down the best in the business...You’re next car should be from 1st Rate Auto!"

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Rocky - CAR GURUS CUSTOMER REVIEW

"This is one of the nicest used car dealerships in the entire Tampa Bay area!"

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Steve - CARGURUS.COM CUSTOMER REVIEW

"Marlin told me everything about the vehicle that I needed to know, went the following day  & test drove vehicle and bought it on the spot. Great job guys will definitely recommend !!!"

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Jerry Ferreira

05/10/2025
5.00

I bought my 2015 GMC 2500 from them. They were honest and patient. No BS fake online pricing or hiden down payments. They got me approved for my loan and the whole experience was seamless. I would recommend them to anyone and will be buying my future vehicles from them!

Cody Bowyer

05/03/2025
5.00

1st Rate Auto lives up to the name—offering quality cars with even better service. The team is transparent, respectful, and makes the entire process feel simple and stress-free. This is exactly the type of dealership you want to work with when it comes to trust and reliability.

Justin

04/30/2025
5.00

Bought a car here and upon leaving had a few problems (nothing unheard of for a 9 year old sports car) Marlin at 1st rate auto was quick to make sure the repairs were taken care of and was very communicative throughout entire process. Highly reccommend to any future buyers

Costie “Mr C's-TV” Anderson

04/29/2025
4.00

patrick Michaels

04/08/2025
5.00

I have purchased 5 Vehicles from Marlin and all have been amazing the only problem I had with the 2nd and 3rd is they didn’t float. Lost in the hurricane. Marlin has always treated me well!! I’d never buy from anywhere else…

Sean Chai

01/21/2025
5.00

Kevin Mower

12/07/2024
5.00

They stand behind what they sell. I had an issue with a vehicle I just purchased from them two days prior and gave them a call. They remained friendly and offered to have it fixed at no charge. They also lent me a vehicle while my vehicle was being repaired also at no charge. They far exceeded my expectations in that front.

TALA'AT Kanafani

10/21/2024
5.00

They are the best dealer ever in all of Florida honestly and professionals❤️😊👍

Makenzie Reisinger

08/28/2024
5.00

Marlin has been beyond helpful throughout the process of getting our truck. Very grateful.

Connie Klaassen

05/28/2024
5.00

Thank you Martin for the excellent experience I had at your dealership. I drove from Zephyrhills to your location and came home with my amazing vehicle. Marlin...3 days later after my purchase I want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart...everybody should buy a vehicle from Marlin at 1st Rate Auto!! Make sure you tell Marlin I sent you in!! Lol. But seriously you guys check out his website..speak with Marlin..and drive away in the vehicle you need!!

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