What our customers say about us...
Excellent customer service from the very 1st contact, didn't feel pressured, he was just a really genuine gentleman, who from start to finish made us feel in control of everything, not pushy and so knowledgeable and helpful, cannot recommend Simon Shields highly enough 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo - 9th November 2024
- Amazing service and care from start to finish
12-11-2024
Simon has been in the business of sourcing and selling the utmost value for money cars for many many years. His dedication to customer service is outstanding. We purchased a low mileage BMW X5 that is in mint condition inside and out for the age of the vehicle. Simon could not do enough for us and is a true man of his words. We cannot fault the transaction and we felt extremely comfortable the whole way through from test drive to completion of purchase. 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 25th October 2024
- Outstanding Customer service
28-10-2024
Excellent service 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 17th October 2024
- Perfect service from Simon
21-10-2024
o meet a car sales agent like simon was a great surprise, although he obviously wants to sell you a car ,he has your best interest at heart .he did everything possible to give me the best deal he could on my trade in ,a thoroughly enjoyable experience, right from the initial phone contact to picking up my new car .I was also impressed with the way the car was prepared and presented prior to my visit. Autotrader/Feefoo 5 star Review 26th September 2024
- Restored my faith in car sales
27-09-2024
Simon welcomed us to show the vehicle and explained really well of its features allowing us plenty of time view the vehicle comfortably. Very friendly, helpful and shared a few jokes. Purchased a lovely car and will use again when I need to change my car. 5 star review Autotrader/Feefoo - 18th September 2024
- Thanks Simon. You sold a lovely car to me.
19-09-2024
Simon was fantastic from minute one. Friendly, helpful, respectful - made my partner and I very comfortable when selecting our new family car. Cannot recommend him highly enough. 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo - 3rd September 2024
- Just Awesome service
05-09-2024
I previously bought a car from Simon sheels thought the service was excellent he is a very genuine guy and very thorough with the car and also very helpful with directions back home and I would definitely recommend him to all my friends and family who are looking to buy a car,thanks Simon 5 star review Autotrader/Feefoo 1st September 2024
- 5 star service
02-09-2024
Simon provided some great advice with no pressure to buy at all. A very friendly and pleasant experience in the contrast to the main dealer we had also visited! Although an independent dealer, we were reassured by the full history and service records, together with the RAC warranty for peace of mind. 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 27th August 2024
- Friendly service, great advice with no pressure
29-08-2024
I recently purchased a car from Simon Shields and was very happy with the experience. The description of the car in the advert was very accurate and upon arrival I found Simon to be extremely knowledgeable about the car and it's history. There was no pressure and the whole experience was very relaxed and enjoyable. Simon is very professional and I thoroughly recommend him. 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 25th August 2024
- Honest, genuine and Professional.
27-08-2024
I recently bought an Ibiza from Simon after looking at about 5 others in the county, and was impressed by his enthusiasm, professionalism and knowledge. I would certainly consider buying another car from him in the future. 5star review on Autotrader 20 August 2024
- 2021 SEAT IBIZA FR TSI 110
20-08-2024
I purchased a car from Simon Shields this year, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the experience. From the moment we walked onto the lot, Simon was welcoming and approachable, without any of the pushiness that you often encounter with car salespeople. He took the time to understand our needs and preferences, offering valuable advice where necessary, yet always respecting our decisions. Simon's knowledge about the cars was impressive, and he was genuinely interested in helping us find the right vehicle rather than just making a sale. The entire process was smooth and stress-free, and we felt confident and well-informed throughout. If you're looking for a trustworthy, professional, and customer-focused car buying experience, I highly recommend Simon Shields. He truly goes above and beyond to ensure his customers leave happy. Google review 5 stars 13th August 2024
- 5 star review
14-08-2024
Very painless & straight forward. The car was exactly as it was advertised & Simon even put half a tank of fuel in the car as we’d driven a couple hours there. Would highly recommend! 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 1st July 2024
- 5 star service
02-07-2024
Simon was fantastic, he worked around my timing and stayed open late so I could pick up the car I bought after I finished work. He was very kind and down to earth and even offered to pick me up from the local train station if it made it easier for me to collect that way. Having tried a few other places first I was met with sexism, pressure sales tactics and general rudeness from a lot of other places. I got none of this from Simon, he didn't pressure me at all, he gave me as much time as I wanted to decide and even stayed open late so we could further discuss the car and I could ask as many questions as I liked (all of which he answered very honestly, which is refreshing for a sales person). He allowed me to take my time to make my choice about whether to purchase the car and, considering his role as a sales person, I didn't once feel like he was forcing me to make a decision too quickly or pressuring me to buy from him. I'd say Simon cared more for helping customers than the sales themselves and that is why I am giving him 5 stars. 5 star review Autotrader/Feefoo 15 June 2024
- Kind, Honest, helpful and worked around my timing
15-06-2024
We bought a Citroen ds3, Simon could not be more helpful and friendly and we completed this purchase very smoothly. We highly recommend Simon shield and would definitely return in the future. 5 star review Autotrader/Feefoo 15th June 2024
- 5 Star service
15-06-2024
I'd endorse Simon Shield Cars Ltd because very friendly and professional in every way nothing was too much trouble and nothing was rushed and all round great experience thank you very much Overall how satisfied are you with the vehicle purchased? Completely Satisfied RAC Warranty/Judgeservice 2md June 2024
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03-06-2024
Great person to deal with very professional everything was as advertised and more would recommend simon shield cars ltd to anyone thanks 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 22nd May 2024
- Great experenc
22-05-2024
Very nice professional service. The car is beautiful and the whole experience was very much easy going 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 20 May 2024
- 5 star service
21-05-2024
Simon Shield Cars Ltd were fantastic because he was so friendly and helpful. Very trustworthy and honest. Thank you so much for everything, I am so happy with the car Overall how satisfied are you with the vehicle purchased? Completely Satisfied Review left on Judgeservice/RAC warranty 14th May 2024
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15-05-2024
Great experience with Simon Shield Cars. Polite, professional and very genuine to deal with. Cars are well sourced and well presented. Simon is very knowledgable and easy to deal with. Highly recommended. 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo
- Golf GTI Performance
15-05-2024
Excellent service. Couldn’t have been happier with the service. As a young women arriving from London with my Mum I felt super happy and confident buying a car from Simon. Great second hand first car. 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 1st May 2024
- Fantastic service
02-05-2024
Simon offers excellent customer service and brilliant knowledge of his cars which really helps put you at ease when making such a big decision. He made the whole process swift and easy. I'd strongly recommend him to anyone looking for a quality used car. 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 26th April 2024
- Excellent service
30-04-2024
The attention to detail was outstanding, customer care second to none, product/background knowledge of the car we purchased was simply fantastic. A genuinely great, friendly and professional service from start to finish. 5* review on Autotrader/Feefoo 24th April 2024
- Could not have been better!
25-04-2024
Simon gives a bespoke service; he knows the history of the cars he sells, giving confidence to support the ‘paper records’. He could not have done more to understand our requirements and to assist us in finding the best option available. We are very happy with the car we bought, and with the service and assistance Simon gave us. 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 5th April 2024
- Simon provides a bespoke service
05-04-2024
Simon Was a very enthusiastic nice guy who explained every aspect of the car and helped to make the sale go smoothly, would highly recommend to anyone buying a car 5 star review Autotrader/Feefoo review 15th March 2024
- Excellent service
16-03-2024
Recently purchased a car from Simon which was very personal to him.He is a a genuinely nice guy. Very honest and a pleasure to buy from. Highly recommended 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 15th March 2024
- Genuine car salesman
15-03-2024
Excellent service throughout very helpful and knowledgeable from exchanging our car to purchasing our new one 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 13 March 2024
- Excellent service
15-03-2024
Simon has excellent communication skills, was clear and honest in all dealings about the car, which was exactly as described in the listing. It's a rare thing to find a dealer who cares about the motors they sell, but Simon's clearly such a man. I have no hesitation in recommending Simon Shield Cars 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo
- Great service, honest description of the car, and a smooth transaction
11-03-2024
From start to finish Simon was very professional and informative. It was a pleasure to do business with him and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone I know. Very pleased with my new car! Autotrader/Feefoo 5 star review 31st January 2024
- 5 star review
31-01-2024
We bought my daughter’s first car from Simon a couple of months ago. She didn’t have much of a budget but she’s very happy with what appears to be a reliable little Ford. Simon was very accommodating re: visiting, allowed a decent test drive, he gave her lots of advice and there was no hard sell. I’d definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a used car. Google review on 19th January 2024
- ***** 5 star review
20-01-2024
Bought my BMW m240 from Simon shield cars had an amazing experience from start to finish. It was a pleasure doing business with Simon. Would highly recommend!!! Autotrader/Feefoo 4 star review 2nd January 2024
- Amazing experience buying a car !
02-01-2024
Both Simon and Caroline were attentive and helpful, but no pushy sales. They took time to understand more about us and made sure the deal was what we wanted. The particular car is lovely, and clearly Simon’s years in the business are a real advantage - he knows about cars, and from what was on offer in general, he only chooses nice ones, so a journey to get there is a price worth paying. Autotrader/Feefoo 5* review 23rd December 2023
- Drove from Dorset to Suffolk in the dead of winter - 100% WORTH IT!
27-12-2023
Simon shield cars is a very professional and honest company to purchase a vehicle from and I would not hesitate in buying from them again 5 star review Autotrader/Feefoo 5th December 2023
- Purchase of my Ford Mondeo
08-12-2023
The service was top draw from start to finish and honesty formed a big part of that as every detail about the car was discussed in full. With no surprises. I would highly recommend this company and would buy a car from here in the future Autotrader/Feefoo 5* review 28th November 2023
- ***** - 5 stars
30-11-2023
Very polite good deal on the car had the mot done and ready for pick up on the day very happy Autotrader/Feefoo 5 star review 6th November 2023
- Very happy
06-11-2023
Fantastic service couldn't ask for anything more from Simon It was the help and great service Autotrader/Feefoo 5 star review 6th November 2023
- Fantastic service
06-11-2023
Great service proper car trader ! Autotrader/feefoo 5 star review 2nd November 2022
- Thank you
06-11-2023
Excellent, professional and friendly service from start to finish. Simon gave an honest account of the car description which was appreciated due to traveling from Peterhead, Scotland. We purchased the car and then drove home to Peterhead (600 miles) with no issues. I would thoroughly recommend Simon Shield Cars. 5 star review on Autotrader and Feefoo 9th October 2023
- Excellent, friendly and professional service
10-10-2023
I love my new car! And Simon was amazing at communicating with me and making sure it was in good condition and being flexible with when I could pick it up! 5 star review Autotrader/Feefoo 23rd August 2023
- Love my new car
23-08-2023
Excellent customer service everything explained about new purchase .very happy with new car. .would highly recommend Simon shield .. 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 16th August 2023
- 5 star review
16-08-2023
Simon was so helpful from my first phone call. He spent a lot of time telling me about the car in detail. He arranged to meet me at the train station. He was not pushy in any way and allowed me time to inspect the car thoroughly. The car was exactly as he said and I am thrilled with it. What a great experience all round. 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 8th August 2023
- Great experience from a traditional garage
11-08-2023
From the moment we walked into his office Simon made us welcome , he was honest , very helpful and courteous and friendly , he went out of his way to help us get the car we had chosen , Such a lovely man who spends time listening to his customers needs . and never once made us feel we were under any obligation to buy anything . We would highly recommend Simon Shields Cars to anyone . Simon ,, thank you from us both 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 2nd August 2023
- Great service , lovely man , honest and helpful , would highly recommend
03-08-2023
A warm, friendly welcome and top notch customer care, from start to finish. Simon was refreshingly and reassuringly transparent the whole way through our purchase. He gave us lots of space and time to consider our decision, with zero pressure. For a peace of mind car purchase, we would highly recommend! 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 1st August 2023
- Top notch customer care
02-08-2023
Buying a car can be challenging... but, l can't praise Simon Shield Cars enough. From the detailed video which really gave me a proper feel for the car, to the after hours call, which he replied to within minutes, to the collecting me from the train station the next day, the lack of pressure, the open and honest appraisal of the car - including its little foibles - the hoiking it up on a ramp so l could see underneath, the test drive through the country lanes... and all the help getting it registered and taxed. It was seamless, easy and Simon really is a pleasure to talk to. I couldn't be happier. It's a small family run business and you can see that they really care about what they are doing. I highly recommend them. 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo July 2023
- Best car buying experience ever
27-07-2023
Simon was very professional and would guess his been doing this profession for some time now would definitely recommend him to anyone looking to buy a second hand car 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo July 2023
- 5 star review
24-07-2023
I recently bought a 2012 Skoda Roomster SE TSI 105 Semi-automatic from Simon Shield Cars Ltd and I am very glad that I did. Not only am I happy about the car itself but the whole purchasing experience from initially viewing the presentation on the Auto Trader web-site to driving the car home was first-class. The proprietor, Simon Shield, was very obliging and informative throughout and guided the whole procedure very proficiently. The vehicle was set at a 'good price' as indicated by Auto Trader and I received a good deal for my Renault Kangoo which was taken in part-exchange. The newly-purchased Roomster came with a fresh MOT, a detailed maintenance inspection record, a full service history and a 6-month RAC Warranty together with 1-year RAC Breakdown Cover. Finally I might add that Simon Shield Cars Ltd is located in an easy-to-find hamlet surrounded by beautiful Suffolk countryside just to the south-west of Needham Market and has quiet roads for an easy test-drive 5 star review Autotrader/Feefoo July 2023
- A first-class car-purchasing experience. Thank you Simon Shield Cars Ltd.
17-07-2023
Went too Simon after looking for a Subaru for some time to replace my present car. He had an excellent one owner Subaru Forester with full service history in immaculate condition as described well on his website, so I was not disappointed having travelled some distance. Simon was helpful and accommodating when I viewed the car encouraging me to put our dog Crate in the car to ensure it fitted and the Vehicle met my needs. He ensured that I was able to have a proper test drive of the car and answered my many questions in a helpful and forthcoming manner. I really felt that Simon's priority was ensuring I got the right car for me. It is so refreshing to see such good customer care. Really was five star buying experience which is so important with a major purchase. Highly recommended. 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo July 2023
- Highly recommended
15-07-2023
From start to finish Simon was nothing but helpful, honest and professional. Incredibly thorough when explaining vehicle and finance details and I would absolutely recommend his services to anyone. 5 star review o Autotrader/Feefoo July 2023
- Excellent service
15-07-2023
Simon was very very helpful from first contact, explained everything in detail and made what’s quite a stressful process very easy and simple, I will definitely recommend him to people, and use his business again in the future, offers great warranty and is always on the phone for any questions and queries! Thank you very much Simon! 5 star review Autotrader/Feefoo July 2023
- 10/10
03-07-2023
Great service, incredibly helpful and very friendly, 10/10 would recommend him Google review July 2023 https://g.co/kgs/EAkPe5
- 5 star review
03-07-2023
smooth transaction ,friendly helpful service carried out in a efficient manner 4 Star review on Autotrader and Feefoo June 2023
- 4 star review
30-06-2023
Simon listened to my requirements and fulfilled them brilliantly. He even brought the car to my home for a test drive and for delivery. And explained the controls etc very well 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo June 2023
- Excellent and trustworthy
22-06-2023
Good service and communication. Easy to deal with and a no pressure sales experience 5* review on Autotrader/Feefoo
- 5* review
25-04-2023
very helpfull, reasonable, car was presented well, when your in business you have to have a profit to survive, I was satified with the whole expirience, well done Simon and Caroline. 5* review on Autotrader/Feefoo
- 5* review
25-04-2023
Have dealt with Simon on many occasions, superbly efficient in what he does. Would certainly recommend him to anyone. 5 * review on Autotrader/Feefoo
- Always a pleasure to deal with Simon, would recommend him to anyone
25-04-2023
I went to buy my first car and got my dream car for a brilliant price and amazing customer service. I am over the moon with the whole experience and would recommend it to anyone looking to buy. 5 star review on Google 16th April 2023
- 5 star review on Google
18-04-2023
Easy and professional - very helpful and gave me a great deal 5* review on Autotrader/Feefoo - 9th March 2023
- Lovely guy, easy and professional
10-03-2023
I would recommend Simon and would certainly deal with him again. The Abarth 695 I bought was well prepared and ready for collection when we went for it. Everything was absolutely as agreed, so well done Simon. Autotrader/Feefoo 20th February 2023
- Excellent service.
21-02-2023
Superb friendly service from start to finish, A please to deal with and will definitely look to buy again Autotrader/Feefoo 20th February 2023
- The sort of local dealer we need!
21-02-2023
as always exemplary level of service and totally trust worthy without being pushy Autotrader/Feefoo February 20th 2023
- Top man, top service
21-02-2023
Simon was a pleasure to deal with from start to finish. There was zero pressure from him and he gave knowledge and assurance with the car we purchased. He made me want to return to him in the future to purchase a car. Google review December 2022
- 5 star review on Google
26-01-2023
Highly recommended. Can't fault experience start to finish. Simon is a genuinely nice chap and does business in the right way. Great customer service and car was prepped to a high standard including refurbishing the alloy wheels in a colour and finish of my choice. Took my car in part exchange even though it wasn't something he would normally stock. Really pleased with my BMW 5 series and to top it off Simon even upgrade my warranty for free! Wouldn't hesitate to use again and highly recommend. Google review January 2023
- 5 star review
26-01-2023
Great car buying experience. Simon is a genuine person and made the experience an ease by doing business the right way. Car was prepared to a high standard including wheel refurbishment to a colour of my choosing. Really great personal service and he kept in touch throughout. Highly recommended and wouldn't hesitate to return. Autotrader/Feefoo review 24th Jan 2023
- High quality service
26-01-2023
Highly recommended. Can't fault experience start to finish. Simon is a genuinely nice chap and does business in the right way. Great customer service and car was prepped to a high standard including refurbishing the alloy wheels in a colour and finish of my choice. Took my car in part exchange even though it wasn't something he would normally stock. Really pleased with my BMW 5 series and to top it off Simon even upgrade my warranty for free! Wouldn't hesitate to use again and highly recommend. Google review 11th January 2023
- 5 star review
12-01-2023
Extremely pleased with the C63 AMG I bought from Simon Shield Cars. Simon had the wheels refurbished and they look fantastic. Good communication, no pressure sale and Simon knows his cars. Would recommend buying from Simon Shield Cars Ltd - they will look after you! Autotrader/Feefoo 4th January 2023
- Fantastic car, great customer service, professional dealer.
05-01-2023
From start to finish Simon was brilliant. His calls and emails were punctual and felt personal to me and my purchase interests - I have found it easy to feels like a sales stat at the big franchises previously. Even when it came about that I had suffered credit fraud and my finance options became either very limited or downright extortionate, Simon didn’t simply jump ship to the next customer. He walked me through my options and was fighting my corner every step. Simon - a big thank you from me, a brilliant car backed up by impeccable service. Autotrader/Feefoo 27th December 2022
- In an age where salesmanship is dying, Simon Shields really delivered.
30-12-2022
Buying a car in todays market is an absolute minefield of worries. Simon took all my stress away. The car despite being 9 years old had a full history, was known to him and was in immaculate condition. From the first phone call to driving it away I was left feeling like I could trust buying this car. He also was very fair and open regarding the price, showed me all the features of the car that I wasn't familiar with. This car was presented in mint condition with a high level of servicing. I had to travel to get it but it was totally worth it as I intend to have it at least 7 years or until I become richer :) Autotrader/Feefoo 27th December 2022
- Great and experienced car dealer with high standard of quality
30-12-2022
This is the 2nd car we have brought from Simon(we still have the first) , and I recommend him to all. His customer service is fantastic and the cars we have from him have been in fantastic condition. Thanks again Autotrader/Feefoo 27th December 2022
- 100% recommended
30-12-2022
Absolutely amazing service from Simon. Easy to deal with, zero pressure to buy, really knowledgeable and just a pleasure to purchase a car from Autotrader/Feefoo review 27th November 2022
- Superb service
28-11-2022
Hello, i sold my mazda to simon and purchased a mercedes and i was happy with the way it all went,the paper work went smoothly, and very pleased with my car and would go back to buy another from him very nice man thanks william. 5 star review on Autotrader /Feefoo 12th November 2022
- a very good service thank you
14-11-2022
Service was great from start to finish, very helpful and knowledgable. Would highly recommend 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 3rd November 2022
- 5 star service
04-11-2022
I received excellent service from Simon Shields with my new purchase of a Mercedes E 220 d estate car . All well organised through out my transaction and purchase. Thank you for all you did for me 5* review on Autotrader/Feefoo 3rd October 2022
- Fantastic service all round
06-10-2022
Simon was great and very helpful, made buying the car so easy, will definitely be recommending him to my friends 5* review on Autotrader/Feefoo 27 September 2022
- Fantastic service
06-10-2022
A very friendly place to purchase a car. There is no pressure to buy and the team are happy to help and advise were required. Autotrader/Feefoo 5* review August 2022
- A Highly recommended place to buy your next car.
15-08-2022
Very helpful and genuine people. Someone who goes the extra mile. 5* review on Autotrader/Feefoo 8th August 2022
- 5* service
12-08-2022
Simon was great, really helpful and went above and beyond to help. 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo - 8th August 2022
- Would definitely buy from here again!
09-08-2022
Great, friendly service. Knowledgeable about the vehicle and explained the transaction simply and clearly. 5* review 12th July 2022 Autotrader/Feefoo
- 5* review
12-07-2022
Clear and honest communication with friendly and understanding service 5 * review on Autotrader/Feefoo July 12th 2022
- Clear and honest communication with friendly and understanding service
12-07-2022
They did what I wanted and expected them to di in an appropriate manner 4* review Autotrader/Feefoo July 6th 2022
- ****
07-07-2022
5 * review on Autotrader/Feefoo
- Great service
07-07-2022
Highly recommended after many months of trying to find the right family car for me and my family we finally found the right car ( MG6 ) we are really happy! a massive thank you to Simon for all your help I would definitely use again in the future! Simon couldn’t do enough for me, from the moment I contacted him to view the vehicle to the moment I collected it, his service and correspondence was above and beyond, everything he said he would do prior to my collection date, was completed excellently. I would highly recommend to friends and family. 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo June 2022
- Excellent, Friendly, Professional and Genuine
30-06-2022
Simon Shield Cars is the place to go for your next car. I recently bought my latest there. I was really impressed with the service from the first enquiry through to purchase and after. My email and telephone enquiries were answered politely and promptly and made me feel confident to visit and view the car I was interested in. Simon knew everything about the car, answering my questions well. I was talked around it, shown where things were and how it worked. He also asked me questions to make sure I was looking at a vehicle that fitted my needs. Nothing was too much trouble and there was no ‘hard sell’ at all. He was a perfect passenger on test drive as well. Simon has been in contact since to make sure I’m happy with the car. I know I can contact him any point should I need to. Really is personal service with a smile and a joy to find. Google review June 2022
- 5* review
26-06-2022
I would recommend Simon Sheild Cars Ltd to anyone. When I was looking for a new car recently, it was the first place I went to. And the last place too-they were able to supply just what I needed. There is no question you cannot ask. Simon helped me through the entire process of purchasing my car. I was relaxed all throughout; there’s no ‘hard sell’ like you can get in some places (I have experienced that!) Simon asks all the right questions as well, so both sides can be confident that you are getting the car that matches you. It’s amazing to be able to buy a car, which, hey let’s face it, we trust our lives to, …..which you know exactly where it’s come from and what it’s been through before you get to it. If only Simon Shield Cars Ltd could go into match making too!! Autotrader/Feefoo June 2022
- Perfect Partners
18-06-2022
A simple, straightforward purchase and trade in transaction completed in a friendly, professional manner. Would highly recommend. Autotrader/Feefoo Review 4th May 2022
- ***** 5* service
05-05-2022
We recently purchased a Ford Fiesta 140 bhp ST-Line X from Simon and have had a grin on our faces ever since. What a lovely car and in such great condition, mot and serviced before we took it away. There was no pressure put on us at any time of purchase, gave us a good trade in value on our older Fiesta. Wood recommend anyone to them. Autotrader/Feefoo 5* review 26th April 2022
- Excellent service from Simon Shield Cars
26-04-2022
I bought a 2 Series BMW from Simon, which I couldn't be happier with. Simon was personable and not at all pushy. The car was also given great pre-sale preparation and really looks and drives the part. I would recommend checking out any of Simon's cars if a model catches your eye. Autotrader/Feefoo 5* review 24 April 2022
- Great customer service
25-04-2022
Brilliant service, very proffessional. Would recomend 100% 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 23rd April 2022
- Brilliant *****
23-04-2022
Simon went above and beyond to het a great deal on the car I purchased, I never felt under pressure to buy either which is alway a bonus. Fantastic service and one very happy customer. Many thanks 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 19 April 2022
- 5 star review
19-04-2022
Simon was excellent, well informed and straight forward to deal with 5* review Autotrader/Feefoo 13 April 2022
- *****
13-04-2022
Knowledgeable, patient, no pressure, would definitely buy again from Simon 5* review on Feefoo/Autotrader 28 March 2022
- 5 star customer service
13-04-2022
Simon was always great and no pressure selling always happy to answer any questions without hesitation 5* review on Autotrader/Feefoo 25 March 2022
- Very good and always happy to help
13-04-2022
Very good, friendly service. Simon has been so helpful throughout buying a car and I will be recomeding Simon to all mg friends and family! 5* review on Autotrader/Feefoo
- Great, friendly service
13-04-2022
I recently brought a absolutely stunning Audi A5 from Simon Shields cars and haven't stop grinning since yesterday and even struggled to sleep last night cause all I wanted to be doing is crusing. Simon was very patient with us through the process and never put any pressure on us especially having recently moved getting proofs with the new address was difficult and we stressed. I've never met such a honest genuine guy who went above and beyond to get us this car and would highly recommend Simon Shields cars to anyone so if you want a high quality car and service go and see Simon you won't be disappointed. 5* review Autotrader/Feefoo - February 2022
- Excellent service and quality cars
09-03-2022
Wonderful experience from the moment I frist called up to the moment I picked the car up. Great communication and the car is amazing. 5* review on Autotrader/Feefoo March 2022
- Wonderful experience. Very professional and great communication and
09-03-2022
Just bought a beautiful VW Golf from Simon Shield Cars Ltd, excellent customer service, knowledge of the vehicle and patience throughout the process. Would definitely buy again from Simon. Google Review 28th February 2022
- 5* review
28-02-2022
Friendly and accommodating and did not apply pressure to buy. Answered all questions and followed through on all that was agreed. 5* review on Autotrader and Feefoo February 2022
- 5* service
26-02-2022
Great service from Simon and great communication. A1 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo February 2022
- Great service
07-02-2022
Very easy to deal with no hard sell like most car salesman. Transaction completed and car collection done quick no waiting a week to collect your car. 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo February 2022
- No hard sell like most car salesman
07-02-2022
I recently bought an Audi A1 from Simon Shield Cars. The car is absolutely stunning; arrow grey, S Line, black edition and in immaculate condition due to Simon's attention to detail and pride in the cars which he sells. I could not have been more satisfied with the excellent service I received, Simon instilled me with confidence and was honest throughout. I would highly recommend Simon Shield Cars as a dealership in the future 5 star revew on Google February 2022
- I recently bought an Audi A1 from Simon Shield Cars
04-02-2022
I recently brought a absolutely stunning Audi A5 from Simon Shields cars and haven't stop grinning since yesterday and even struggled to sleep last night cause all I wanted to be doing is crusing. I've never met a such a honest genuine guy who went above and beyond to get us this car. Simon was very patient with us through the process and never put any pressure on us especially having recently moved getting proofs with the new address was difficult and we stressed that we would lose the car. So if you want a high quality car and service go and see Simon you won't be disappointed I will definitely be going back. Thanks again Simon your a star. 5* review on Google January 28th 2022
- I recently brought an absolute stunning Audi A5
28-01-2022
Simon was very helpful, not pushy in anyway. I would certainly use and recommend his services again. Everything was at our convenience nothing seemed too much trouble. Autotrader 5 star review January 2022
- Great car at a fair price
26-01-2022
My car died a few weeks ago and I needed a new 2nd hand car urgently. One came up here and we called Simon who could not have been nicer and more helpful. I took a train that same day after work and Simon met me at the station. What a nice man who takes a lot of pride in his business and good reputation. Turning up on a dark evening his bright tidy office was welcoming and the car was exactly as described with full service history. Simon was polite, courteous and helpful and he has promised to look out for the 4wd I also need to find, I would be pleased to buy it from him if the right one turns up. 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 9 November 2021
- Excellent service from someone who prides himself on his reputation
10-11-2021
The service from Simon Shield Cars Ltd hasn't changed from the first car I bought from him a few years ago to the most recent one two weeks ago great place to buy from very professional and friendly. 5 star review Autotrader/Feefoo November 2021
- Highly recommended
09-11-2021
The car was well presented . Simon Shield was helpful and friendly. We reserved the car online and when we inspected the car Simon said we were under no obligation to purchase it. The immaculate condition of the car convinced us to complete the sale. 4 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo October 2021
- Good personal service
28-10-2021
Great friendly service 5 star review Autotrader/Feefoo October 2021
- 5 star review
28-10-2021
Have known Simon for many years and over the years have purchased several cars from him, the most recent being in September 2021. His professionalism and knowledge of the cars he is selling is excellent, along with a very friendly approach which makes the buying of a car a seamless and enjoyable experience 5 star review Autotrader/Feefoo October 2021
- Excellent knowledge and service
28-10-2021
Honest and reliable customer service
- 5 star service
11-10-2021
I have brought two cars now from Simon and both times found him to very helpful and honest, I would definitely recommend Simon Shield Cars. 5 star review Octoboer 2021
- Great quality used car sales
11-10-2021
Simon was fantastic and really helpfully. He offered us a fair and honest price for our trade in car as well. Was very knowledgable and friendly, no pressure of a sale; was genuinely interested in helping us. Would highly recommend. Great service. Feefoo Autotrader 5 star review September 20201
- Great service
11-10-2021
From the moment we stepped on the forcourt and saw the car we were interested in, we knew that our 90 mile journey from Kent to Ipswich was worth it. This was backed up as soon as Simon came out to greet us and gave us full access the the vehicle which was exactly as described in his advert. Simon was friendly, helpful and professional. He gave us free access to the car and an extended test drive. The deal was easily completed and arrangements were made to collect the car a few days later All in all an excellent transaction, and even after a small fault developed, a phone call to Simon and the problem was quickly put right by our local garage who dealt directly with Simon at no cost or inconvenience to ourselves First class, no hassle after sales service A very highly recommended company to deal with 5 star review Autotrader 8th July 2021
- This is no ordinary car sales, this is Simon Shield car sales
16-07-2021
I traveled up from Bath by train to view a Mercedes GLC, Simon met me at the station to take me to view the car. He was very professional in showing me all the details. I found him to be very friendly and easy to talk to. I would certainly recommend him to my friends and family. 5 star review Autotrader 5 July 2021
- Very professional
16-07-2021
A very relaxed purchase, no pressure to buy and all my questions answered. I would recommend Simon Shield Cars to anyone. 5 star review Autotrader/Feefoo 22nd June 2021
- A very relaxed purchase,....
24-06-2021
We couldn't be more pleased with our car purchased from Simon Shield Cars. Simon clearly only choses high quality vehicles in excellent condition to sell,. We didn't feel at all pressured and got to go on a lengthy test drive before purchase. Well worth the trip from Canterbury. 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 21st June 2021
- We couldn't be more pleased....
24-06-2021
A professional and friendly service from a knowledgeable independent retailer. Purchasing a car from Simon Shield was an enjoyable experience. Extremely happy with the purchase of our new car. Would be happy to purchase from Simon again and would highly recommend to anybody for a quality and personal service. 5 star review on Autotrader and Feefoo 1st June 2021
- Professional and friendly service
24-06-2021
Genuine guy, no pressure to buy vehicle, good price for my part ex, excellent service, especially liked the running commentary with the video of the car 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 1st june 2021
- Excellent service and nice cars
24-06-2021
I recently purchased a car from Simon. After a very relaxed and in depth phone call regarding the car I made the 700+ mile round trip from Scotland. The car was as described really happy with it and the service from Simon was second to none. 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo May 2021
- Anonymous 5 star review for Simon Shield Cars
01-06-2021
A professional and friendly service from a knowledgeable independent retailer. Purchasing a car from Simon Shield was an enjoyable experience. Extremely happy with the purchase of our new car. Would be happy to purchase from Simon again and would highly recommend to anybody for a quality and personal service. 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo May 2021
- Professional and friendly service
01-06-2021
Genuine guy, no pressure to buy vehicle, good price for my part ex, excellent service, especially liked the running commentary with the video of the car 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo May 2021
- Excellent service and nice cars
01-06-2021
Most of the testimonials on here are from recent buyers. Anyone with any experience of sales knows that while all positive feedback is good, what you really want is someone who’s had their car a while to tell you how it’s doing now. I bought a car from Simon years ago. I’m a nervous buyer but Simon didn’t show his frustration with me - in fact he very carefully helped with every single element of the sale. Even took my car in part ex. I don’t want to jinx it but bar the standard maintenance, the car has run absolutely faultlessly now for 30,000 miles. It get treated very badly by me and my feral son, but it has been more than up to the task. Simon came recommended by a friend who works in the trade so I was hopeful I’d get a good price, a good trade in and a good car. I got all three. I’m looking to replace the car in the next year or so and will definitely buy from them again. 5 star review Google 26 May 2021
- Testimonial
26-05-2021
I recently purchased a vehicle from Simon Shield Vehicle Sales & I'm extremely pleased that I Chose to, the whole experience from beginning to end was absolutely first class, Simon had all the time in the world for me & absolutely nothing was too much trouble, I had quite an in depth conversation with Simon regarding the vehicle I was interested in purchasing, we had a good look around the vehicle & Simon was happy to demonstrate how certain gadgets worked on the vehicle, we then took the vehicle out on a test drive, During which Simon was happy to talk about the vehicle & answer any questions I had, there are a very good selection of vehicles to choose from at Simon Shield Vehicle Sales, I found the perfect Vehicle for myself & I strongly recommend anyone looking for a quality used Vehicle to contact Simon Shield, I'm sure you will not be disappointed 5 star review on Autotrader/Feefoo 22 May 2021
- Simon Shield for a quality used vehicle
25-05-2021
Simon helped me find my dream car with his knowledge and experience and personally gained reliable information about the vehicle to make sure it was a good car before I even went to see it. I highly recommend Simon to help you find your next car 5 star Google review 17 May 2021
- 5 star review
18-05-2021
Really lovely experience. Simon is very knowledgable about all makes and models of cars. He is very relaxed in his manner, not making you feel under pressure to buy but instead letting you enjoy the experience and view at your leisure. So pleased with my purchase and would certainly recommend Simon Sheilds cars to friends and family Thank you Simon for everything. 5 star review Feefoo 17 May 2021
- Enjoyable purchase
18-05-2021
My whole experience was excellent. Simon was very knowledgeable and a friendly without being pushy. There is no hard selling here. Really happy with the car. Would definitely recommend! 5 star review on Feefoo 13 May 2021
- Great service!
18-05-2021
Helpful and discussion about my requirements. Professional and friendly service. Would use again. 5 star review Feefoo 3rd May 2021
- Professional, friendly and helpful
18-05-2021
Friendly and good advice, did not feel pushed or hurried into a decision to buy, my husband has bought a car before here, great service. Thank you Mr Shield. 5 star review Feefoo 2nd May 2021
- 5 star review
18-05-2021
Simon was a pleasure to deal with from start to finish. He is by far the most knowledgeable, fair car dealer I’ve ever dealt with. Highly recommended. Thanks. 5 star review Feefoo April 2021
- A fantastic experience
18-05-2021
Simon was very relaxed and honest from viewing through to collection. He created a no pressure yet professional atmosphere, helping to build huge confidence when buying from Simon Shield. I couldn’t have asked for better service. 5 star review Feefoo 14th April 2021
- 5 star review
18-05-2021
From phone call arranging viewing to transaction brilliant customer service. Was given a thorough inspection of the vehicle, the dealer Simon was very knowledgeable about the vehicle. Was given a test drive, car drove like new well looked after and maintained. Car had a full service history which you don’t always get with second had cars. It was a very reasonable price for the spec of the car with only minor cosmetic marks. All in all had a great service from an honest family run dealership, we would highly recommend. 5 star review Feefoo 3rd April 2021
- Overall great service
18-05-2021
Simon was awesome! He was super honest, even when I didn’t ask him to. Pointed out all the scratches and dings. Buying a car can be sketchy business, but people like Simon give me hope! Saw the car hadn’t been serviced in a while so did me a solid and did it for me. Left with a fresh MOT, and a happy customer! Recommend to all and any looking for any type of car! 5 star review Feefoo 29th March 2021
- Spend your money here!
18-05-2021
Brilliant service over all, excellent communication from purchase of the car to picking the car up, Couldn't fault on anything 5 star review Feefoo 15 March 2021
- Brilliant service, excellent communication
18-05-2021
Fantastic service Great service all round, thankyou Simon, I love my new car. 5 star review Feefoo 10th March 2021
- I love my new car
18-05-2021
Fantastic service, feel safe with such a knowledgeable person too. Unmatchable superlative experience 5 star review on Feefoo 8th March 2021
- Unmatchable superlative service
18-05-2021
Very courteous, efficient and professional service. Simon Shield was very diligent in ensuring the car was in perfect working order. Sales service and communication was first rate, which was a refreshing change from the industry norm. 5 star review on Feefoo 29 January 2021
- Very courteous, efficient and professional
18-05-2021
Reliable and honest what more could you ask. 5 star review on Google Maps
- 5 star review on Google
05-02-2021
Knowledgeable, honest, extremely helpful and genuine. A great service. 5 star review on Feefoo and Autotrader - January 2021
- 5 star review
03-02-2021
Very courteous, efficient and professional service. Simon Shield was very diligent in ensuring the car was in perfect working order. Sales service and communication was first rate, which was a refreshing change from the industry norm. 5 star review on Feefoo and Autotrader - January 2021
- 5 star review
03-02-2021
Simon Shield is a fair and honest trader. I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending him to anyone who is buying a new car. He helped me throughout the purchase process, and guided me with the decisions I needed to make. The car I purchased came with a years MOT, so once insured and taxed, it was ready to drive away, and I was safe in the knowledge that it had been throughly checked over. I valued the professionalism and integrity of Simon Shield. I 100% trusted his judgement and advice. If I’m ever looking for another car in the future, I would start and finish my search at Simon Shield. On a final note, I absolutely love my new car! It is perfect for me. 5 star Autotrader review January 2021
- *** Simon Shield Triple A Star Trader ***
25-01-2021
All the reviews are right! Great local dealer, honest, easy going, no pressure, decent cars, accurately described. It actually made buying a car a pleasure rather than a stressful experience. I was so confident in the reviews and description, I reserved the audi TT roadster without seeing it and I'm glad I did. It is brilliant in every way. Thanks simon shield cars, you're a local gem of a dealer! 5 star review on Autotrader - January 2021
- This is how all dealers should be like.
10-01-2021
Long range purchase from Scotland meant both parties had to trust each other and be flexible. Despite COVID restrictions delivery of Mini JCW and collection of trade-in was organised within the rules. Car exactly as described.Highly recommend this dealer, very helpful and personable. 5 star review from Autotrader - January 2021 - 5 stars
- Delighted with purchase.
10-01-2021
Excellent service. Simon was a pleasure to deal with and made the whole buying process easy and hassles free. Cannot recommended Simon highly enough. Autotrader review - January 2021 - 5 star reviews.
- Excellent service
10-01-2021
Straight forward easy purchase of good low mileage clean car . Exactly what i was looking for . Helpful and friendly service . Had the car nearly three weeks and so far 100% happy . 5 star review on Autotrader 28 December 2020
- Satisifed purchase
28-12-2020
I have had my car- Subaru Outback estate- for just about 3 months now, bought as a -trade in sold as seen-from Simon, primarily to get me to and from the south west of France, Simon could not have been any more helpful in sourcing lost history for the car, he was not pushy, easy to talk to and held the car for me whilst making my mind up, the car has performed without fault , fully loaded, to and from France. If you are in the market for a used car make him 1st call, you will not be dissapointed. Thanks Simon December 2020 - 5 star review on Autotrader
- Car review after 3 months
28-12-2020
Very pleased with the service that we received Very helpful and friendly Went above and beyond our expectations Would definitely recommend him to others 5 star review on Autotrader - 3 December 2020
- Buying a second hand car
07-12-2020
Excellent service and Communication. Simon was a pleasure to deal with, and even collected me from the train station when I went to collect my new car. 5 star review Autotrader - 2nd December 2020
- Excellent service, fantastic car
07-12-2020
I was looking for a cheap little run around and saw a Px vehicle that Simon Shield Cars had. Simon was a pleasure to deal with, open and honest throughout - that's a rarity for many these days. I'll definitely go back to Simon when I'm looking for my next 'nice' car! Autotrader 5 star review - 17 November 2020
- Pleasure to deal with
19-11-2020
Right from the start buying a car from here was a pleasure. Cannot recommend highly enough. I would use again in an instant. 5 star review on Autotrader 12 November 2020
- New Car purchase
13-11-2020
I had a great experience buying a new car from Simon. It comes across that it’s more important to him that you are happy with everything about the car before any sort of sale. He was able to Answer any queries that I had and took me on a detailed tour of the inside and out of the car. Finalising a deal can sometimes be awkward, but this purchase for me seemed effortless and pressure free. I couldn’t recommend buying a car from simon shields more, if you want a car that comes with reassurance, a quality guarantee and great customer service.. give him a call. 5 star review on Autotrader 11th November 2020
- Buying my BMW
12-11-2020
Simon Shield Cars were great right from the first call to the moment we drove away with our new car. After having felt with a couple of dealers who went quiet when we asked a few questions about the history of the car, Simon Shield Cars comes across as a scrupulously honest dealer - they answered all of our questions and even did a specific video for us of the car so we could see any minor marks on the bodywork (there were two very minor stone chips on the front which he pointed out). The car was immaculate in presentation and exactly as described. Simon Shield gave us a very fair price for our previous trade in and were always on the phone to talk through the pros and cons of the car (they were open one honest on all aspects of what we were buying) the payment process, and how we could do things safely and easily (as this was just before lockdown 2.0). I would recommend Simon Shield Cars to anyone looking for an honest car dealer and would buy a car from them again without hesitation. 5 star review on Autotrader 9th November 2020
- An honest dealer and a pleasure to buy from.
12-11-2020
A great experience, plenty of useful information given and no pressure put on me to buy. The whole experience was smooth and comfortable. Excellent company to buy cars from. Autotrader 5 star review - 3rd November 2020
- Great car sales
06-11-2020
Brilliant customer service from a local, well respected business. Highly recommended to anyone looking to buy a car. Autotrader 5 star review - 22nd October 2020
- Highly Recommended
23-10-2020
Car was exactly as said, spotless and exactly what I wanted. Great salesman, friendly, approachable and very helpful with all questions. Glad I travelled the extra hour, couldn’t be happier with it. Autotrader 5 star review - 20th October 2020
- Ford Fiesta Zetec
23-10-2020
Friendly, helpful and honest. Little known garage outside Ipswich. Great ratings and would recommend to anyone. 5 star Autotrader review - 16th october 2020
- Superb service all round, honest sellers
20-10-2020
Fantastic all-round, very friendly, very informative. Very flexible, nothing a problem. He wasn't pushy at all, no hard sales pitch. Very pleasant to deal with. He made it all very easy. 5 star Autotrader review - 15th October 2020
- Fantastic service - friendly and very efficient
16-10-2020
Our car had just failed its MOT and was beyond repair, We found one of Simons cars which we really liked the look of and purchased it that day. I'm quite cautious when making a purchase of this value, however after I read Simons reviews and met him I felt comfortable to carry out the purchase. The reviews speak for their self's and because we had such a positive experience buying this car from Simon, We felt we owed it to him to leave him a positive review. We would purchase from Simon Shield cars again without hesitation Thanks again Simon! Ashley & Sam 5 star Autotrader review - 14th October 2020
- Excellent service, Very professional, Very helpful
16-10-2020
Not your stereotypical secondhand car salesman - no flannel or hard sell, just straightforward good service with integrity. Would definitely recommend. Thank you Simon. 5 star Autotrader review - 11th October 2020
- 5 star review on Autotrader
16-10-2020
Truly pleasant experience from first contact having seen the car on Autotrader to eventual purchase. Simon is very professional without any sales pressure. The cars on display are all of a very high standard. We purchased a Ford S Max which was immaculate in its preparation. Albeit many years ago, but we have purchased a car from Simon and that proved to be very reliable. I would have no hesitation in recommending this garage if you are looking to change your car. If you see something you like you will not be disappointed. This in no small part is due to Simon’s quiet helpful advice in making your choice but without any sales pressure. 5 star Autotrader review - 29th September 2020
- Purchased an S Max - a truly effortless experience
06-10-2020
The experience was very good from start to finish and I would highly recommend Simon Shield Cars. 5 star Autotrader review - 25th September 2020
- Excellent service and a happy customer!
28-09-2020
ravelled over three Hours to view, buy and trade existing vehicle. This was not without risk, but the car as described on the phone by SImon was in almost mint condition, the process was hard to fault, no pressure we were given time to discuss , test drive and debate both ends of the deal and ended up very happy with our purchase, better than a main dealer in my honest opinion. 5 star review on Autotrader - 22nd September 2020
- Excellent customer service and great prices
22-09-2020
Excellent service and a lovely car with extremely low mileage. Very happy with my purchase and would definitely recommend visiting Simon Shield Cars Ltd if you’re after an immaculate and fair priced car. Autotrader 5 star review 15th September 2020
- Brilliant Service
16-09-2020
A great old values dealer who makes it a pleasure to purchase a vehicle from. Autotrader 5 star review - 14th September 2020
- Superb experience and will use again
16-09-2020
A really positive car-buying experience. No hard sell, but plenty of time to show us the car and answer all our questions. I would highly recommend this car dealer. 5 star review on Autotrader 8th September 2020
- No hard sell, excellent car, great service
11-09-2020
Excellent communication throughout the sale very friendly helped with all my paperWorker making it an easy transaction .. very happy with honesty of the car 5 star review on Autotrader 7 September 2020
- Excellent Seller
11-09-2020
Got a solid deal on a 4 year old Subaru Forester with only 19K on the clock. Car was close to showroom condition. Straight and fair negotiation of a deal including trading in my old Subaru Outback. A very easy and satisfactory deal all around. Recommended. Autotrader 5 star review 31st August 2020
- Dead straight deal on a very fine car.
02-09-2020
When looking for my next car I was drawn to Simon Sheild Cars Ltd by the amount of 5 Star recommendations. I can see why, as the service was superb. The VW Touran was as good on the forecourt as it was on the website. A really good, genuine and well maintained car in excellent condition. From the outset I felt at ease and there was no hard sell after a test drive. I would definitely go back again and have no hesitation in recommending to others. 5 star review from Autotrader 14th August 2020
- Excellent service from Simon Shield Cars
25-08-2020
It was good to deal with a smaller privately owned business, very helpful and genuine. Happy that my money wasn’t going to a national conglomerate. Very pleased with my new Volvo XC70 5 star review on Autotrader - 11th August 2020
- No pressure, friendly, helpful advice
20-08-2020
From website to purchase the whole experience was seamless, outstanding customer service, excellent choice of very good quality cars and all supported by enthusiasm and knowledge Autotrader review 5 stars - 11th August 2020
- 11 out of 10, excellent
20-08-2020
Buying a second hand car had become a chore, I’d almost given up and then we stumbled across Simon. From the get go we knew Simon Shield Cars was different. Simon takes pride in knowing the history of the car, he was interested in what we were looking for, he has a passion for selling good quality used cars - I adore my new car!
- Fantastic
20-08-2020
Very good and helpful service and a top bloke as well. Autotrader 5 star review 1 August 2020
- Very happy with it
08-08-2020
This was the easiest car purchase I have ever made. Professional, knowledgeable, first class customer care. I went in for a chat and some advice on a PCP car I had. I came out with a beautiful new car in 24 hours. Autotrader 5 star review 7 August 2020
- Superb Suffolk car dealer
08-08-2020
Simon enjoys his business, he could not have been more helpful during the purchase of my car.This is not the first I have bought from him.Great to have such a professional on my doorstep. Autotrader 5 star review 6 August 2020
- So easy and straightforward, you can trust Simon
08-08-2020
Simon was very friendly and informative. He put no pressure on us to make the purchase. 200th 5 star review on Autotrader 29th July 2020
- Excellent service
30-07-2020
On arrival simon made us feel very welcome. He was very professional and knowledgeable but never felt any pressure to buy. He was honest and generally a nice guy. It was our first time buying a newer car and he took the time to go through everything the car had to offer. We loved the fact that there was a video of the car on his website which showed us more of the car than just pictures. Would highly recommend and would defiantly return when we are ready for our next car. Thank you Simon. X 5 star review on Autotrader 27 July 2020
- Incredible service. Enjoyable experience
28-07-2020
The company couldn’t have been more helpful and polite. Brilliant car purchased at a great price. Part exchanging easy. Would highly recommend the company for its honesty and transparency. Excellent, easy service overall. 5 star review on Autotrader 23rd July 2020
- Purchase and part exchange
28-07-2020
I have just purchased my second vehicle from Simon Shield Cars and as before, a very easy and smooth process. I find them professional who know about the cars they sell and nothing is too much trouble. I would have no hesitation in buying from Simon Shield Cars again and will do so in the future, I would highly recommend this car dealer. 5 star review Autotrader - 15 July 2020
- Buy with confidence at Simon Shield Cars
19-07-2020
After a very disappointing experience with a well known car supermarket meeting Simon was a breath of fresh air. He was extremely knowledgeable as well as helpful and friendly. My partner and I felt immediately at ease with him and the purchase of my beautiful new car went smoothly and without a hitch. Simon was an absolute pleasure to deal with and I would recommend his company to anyone without hesitation. 5 star Autotrader review: 1 July 2020
- Simon Shield Cars Ltd. An absolute gem.
06-07-2020
Simon Shields was very welcoming when my wife and I arrived at his showroom on 20/06/2020. We found him to be professional, friendly and honest. The car was presented to us in a very clean state. The whole sale/transaction was done on a perfectly amicable and understanding basis. We would highly recommend Simon Shields cars as it's an honest, kind and friendly service. First Class Dealer.Excellent. 5 star review from Autotrader 29th June 2020 Verified purchaser
- Professional, Honest, Down to earth dealer.
30-06-2020
Purchased Porsche Cayenne Very happy with the car Excellent Customer service and very helpful Thanks Simon much appreciated Will 100% use again in the future 5 star Autotrader review 29th June 2020
- Porsche Cayenne
30-06-2020
You know instantly when you meet a car salesman.. Typical wheeler dealer my partner calls them. We met a few. A big reason why I chose to buy off this garage was because of the owner. Having my own business I appreciate the relationships you make with your customers and the owner does exactly that. He has the passion for his business and it makes it not just about the money. He expressed how he likes to know the background of each car he sells and makes sure they are good quality cars before selling. Working extra hours after lockdown, he allowed me to booking a test drive out of his office hours. He kept in touch and found a fault on the car which he fixed immediately. Very thorough with paperwork and makes sure I knew ins and outs of the car I was buying. I highly recommend his service and I will be back in the future. Thank you again. Autotrader 5 star review - 22nd June 2020
- Couldn't have asked for more......
23-06-2020
cannot begin to describe how happy I am with 1 my purchase and 2 the level of service received. The service was very professional and honest from the onset. Simon Shield Cars are very particular and you can see that by the quality of they sell. I was so compelled by the level of service and the quality of the car that I didn't even feel right trying to negotiate on the price. I've already passed on their details to a friend that is looking to upgrade because of the new ULEZ scheme. Autotrader 5 star review - 22nd June 2020
- Incredible experience, incredible service
23-06-2020
Simon is very helpful, friendly and professional person who cares about the customer and the car. He was very honest and patient with the many questions I had to ask. Buying our car from Simon has been a great experience the best after sale and customer services.I definitely recommend to everyone Autotrader 5 star review 17th June 2020
- Excellent Service
19-06-2020
A pleasure to view his cars on display and on line. Hassle free from initial enquiry to subsequent purchase. Simon deals personally with his customers in a friendly manner without any sales pressure. Altogether an enjoyable experience Autotrader 5 star review 11th June 2020
- Professional and enjoyable experience
12-06-2020
Simon was a pleasure to deal with, polite, punctual and great communication at all times with no pressure to purchase at all. He even drove the vehicle to Colchester for me for an independent health check to be carried out by my garage. All in all a very friendly and professional service, thank you. Autotrader 5 star review 11th June 2020
- Pleasure to deal with
12-06-2020
I would highly recommend buying a car from Simon Shields. I was looking for a new car and they really went over and beyond to find the right car for me and at the right price. There was no pressure put onto buy either. Simon did all the leg work and his years of experience in the car industry made me very comfortable knowing I was driving away in a quality car. Could not recommend enough! 5 star review Autotrader and Google, 7th June 2020
- Incredible service, highly recommended
08-06-2020
I have just purchased a lovely Volvo V60 with Simon and the whole experience, from initial enquiry to driving it off the forecourt, was outstanding. Simon is courteous, very knowledgeable and happy to help you make an informed and confident decision. I was able to ask lots of questions and test drive my 'shortlist' of cars without any pressure at all. I am delighted with my purchase - a brilliant find in superb condition, made even better by the advice Simon gave on financing options. I am a big fan of his approach in stocking only vehicles that are in excellent condition and with exemplary service histories. I would not hesitate to recommend the company to others and I would buy with him again without question. I don't think I have ever found the purchase of a car so smoothly managed before and I am very grateful to Simon for his help. Thank you, Simon. 5 star review on Autotrader, 6th June 2020
- Simon Shield is a dealer doing everything right
08-06-2020
A refreshing change from the majority of “car dealers”. Courteous and helpful with no pressure selling. High quality cars at fair prices. Would not hesitate in recommending Simon 5 star review on Autotrader 29th May 2020
- Mercedes E Class
08-06-2020
we purchased a car from this dealer about 8 days after the battery was flat . he came to our home with a battery and fitted it. he did not even take a cup of tea. 5 star review on Autotrader 9 April 2020
- A True Hero
10-04-2020
Simon was extremely pleasant, helpful and professional from start to finish. It has been a pleasure dealing with him and I would not hesitate to buy another car from him. In fact, I've asked him to keep his eyes open in case he finds a suitable first car for my son. Thank you, and I'm loving my "new" CR-V, by the way! Autotrader, 5 star review 8 April 2020
- No hesitation in recommending Simon Shield Cars
10-04-2020
Excellent communication throughout I was able to buy the car at a fair price no pressure at all to purchase the car at all Thanks again Simon shield cars Ltd excellent service 5 star Autotrader review 25 March 2020
- Volvo V40 purchase
26-03-2020
From start to finish, the best service I have EVER had whilst buying a car, no big sell, no add ons and nothing but care and consideration for the customer. After sales care has been top notch too, dealing with an unexpected issue, promptly and professionally, nothing has been too much trouble, we will definitely be back 5 star review on Autotrader 21st March 2020
- An example others would do well to follow
24-03-2020
I bought a beautiful Mazda CX-5 from Simon Shield cars and could not fault the friendliness and hospitality I was given. A very fair price was given for my part exchange. I would recommend this establishment to anyone searching for a quality used car. 5 star review from Autotrader 9 March 2020
- Friendly family company
10-03-2020
Brilliant service and a top bloke at Simon Sheild Cars! 5 star review from Autotrader 9th March 2020
- BMW 1 series
10-03-2020
Just traded in my fiat 500 for an Audi A1 at Simon shield cars and I could not of had a better experience. Super helpful in reaching a deal that worked for us both and was in constant contact throughout the selling and buying process letting me know what was happening at every stage of the process! Simon is a really helpful and friendly person and I would thoroughly recommend him. 5 star review on Autotrader 6th March 2020
- Fantastic experience
10-03-2020
Simon was extremely helpful and made the whole process of buying and part exchanging a car a very easy and straightforward process. At no point did we feel under pressure to buy and he even encouraged us to also look at another car elsewhere in order for us to feel happy we had a good deal buying from him. We are very happy with our purchase and would have no hesitation in buying from Simon again in the future! 5 star review on Autotrader 3 March 2020
- All car sales should be like this!
10-03-2020
Simon was extremely helpful and made the whole process of buying and part exchanging a car a very easy and straightforward process. At no point did we feel under pressure to buy and he even encouraged us to also look at another car elsewhere in order for us to feel happy we had a good deal buying from him. We are very happy with our purchase and would have no hesitation in buying from Simon again in the future! 5 star review on Google 3 March 2020
- 5 star review on Google
03-03-2020
Extremely helpful and, with no pressure, was able to find us the 'right-fit' car at an exceptionally reasonable price. Picking up the car was also fuss-free and very carefully explained. We would recommend him (and his garage) to anyone. 5 star review on Autotrader 15th February 2020 https://www.autotrader.co.uk/dealers/suffolk/ipswich/simon-shield-cars-ltd-20250
- Excellent and easy!
25-02-2020
Very welcoming company, easy to deal with and no pushy salesmanship etc. Very happy with the car, would buy from again 5 star review from Autotrader on 13 February 2020 https://www.autotrader.co.uk/dealers/suffolk/ipswich/simon-shield-cars-ltd-20250
- BMW 320d tourer
25-02-2020
Very friendly and honest service. All the cars were in good condition and they made the buying process very easy and pressure-free. 5 star review from Autotrader on 12th February 2020 https://www.autotrader.co.uk/dealers/suffolk/ipswich/simon-shield-cars-ltd-20250
- Friendly and trustworthy
25-02-2020
Lovely garage and owner. Helpful and a pleasure to deal with. 5 star review on Autotrader from 12 February 2020 https://www.autotrader.co.uk/dealers/suffolk/ipswich/simon-shield-cars-ltd-20250
- Buying my car
25-02-2020
This is the third vehicle I have purchased from Simon. This is now my go-to place if I need a “new” car. I would encourage anyone who is looking to buy a car to “drive the extra miles” to go to Simon Shields. All the vehicles I have bought have been very low mileage, literally spotless, well maintained “like new”. Living in Essex it is not just round the corner for me, but I have complete faith in Simon and the vehicles that he chooses to sell. A very personable man, honest and reliable. I would have no hesitation in recommending Simon, in fact I would say do yourself a favour for trouble free, no pressure, peace of mind vehicle purchasing please go have a look. 5 star review on Autotrader 15th February 2020 https://www.autotrader.co.uk/dealers/suffolk/ipswich/simon-shield-cars-ltd-20250
- Absolutely Amazing Cars from Simon Shields 5 stars
20-02-2020
What a fantastic service from Simon. We brought our ford Kuga from Simon and couldn’t be happier the service we got from was 5* from start to finish. We organised our own finance which was not a problem for Simon where as other company’s wouldn’t allow us to do that . We had decided to keep our current car at first but decided after to sell it, Simon made us a very fair offer which we accepted and he made it very straight forward and easy for us. I would 100% recommend Simon shield cars for a new car you won’t find an easier more friendly person to work with. Will definitely look to them again in the future. Recommendation from a customer on Facebook 4th February 2020
- Facebook review
06-02-2020
Simon offers a friendly and professional service. Highly recommended. Autotrader 5 star review 25 January 2020
- Very friendly and professional service
27-01-2020
We recently bought a used Mazda MX-5 from Simon Sheild Cars Ltd. Having seen a suitable car and reading the fabulous 5 Star reviews on this website we traveled nearly two hours to Simon's dealership. The reviews were all justified, from the outset we got a very good impression and both Simon and his wife Caroline were most professional, with great customer service. We immediately felt at ease and confident in their professional integrity. The purchasing process was very straightforward, Simon dealt with the road tax and DVLA matters swiftly. The car was prepared to our requirements promptly and ready to drive away. We would definitely recommend Simon Sheild Cars Ltd. 5 star review on Autotrader 24 January 2020
- Great customer service
27-01-2020
We would encourage anyone seeking to buy a used quality car to go to Simon Shield. We experienced excellent customer service and professionalism. 5 star review on Autotrader 16th January 2020
- Excellent purchase
27-01-2020
Really great experience as a first time buyer, simple and not pushy for a sale, highly recomend 5 star review from Autotrader 14th January 2020
- Great Place
16-01-2020
Excellent car dealer. Reliable and trustworthy. Would not hesitate to buy again from here and will recommend to friends and family - thanks Simon! 5 star review on Google 13 January 2020 https://business.google.com/reviews/l/15656610771148455839?sortOrder=2&selectedTab=2
- 5 star review on Google
14-01-2020
Being a woman there's always the concern about not knowing enough about automobiles... However, buying from Simon Shields could not have been a better experience. No pressure or hard selling, just honesty and straight forward information that allowed me to make a decision... 5 star review on Autotrader on 13 January 2020
- Excellent Customer Care
14-01-2020
Excellent dealer, throughly genuine and with a range of good quality and reliable vehicles. Will definitely recommend to friends and family. Buy with confidence. 5 star review on Autotrader 13 January 2020
- Excellent garage
14-01-2020
I have been buying cars for over 30 years now and I can honestly say, (hand on heart) that I have never dealt with someone selling used cars who is as open, honest, helpful, trustworthy and knowledgable as Simon Shield Cars. Right from the beginning during a test drive I could tell this was going to be someone very pleasant to buy a car from. Simon has excellent mechanical knowledge of cars, and it was also obvious that he is very fussy about the cars he places on his forecourt because they were all in superb condition. He is also very easy to chat with and he went out of his way to ensure that I left his small, rural dealership as a satisfied and happy customer. He even arranged the finance and got me a great deal as well. A very pleasant experience and I am extremely happy with my purchase! I also have genuine peace of mind now a few months after purchase (which is so rare these days) and have already recommended Simon to a few family and friends. :-) 2 January 2020 - 5 star review on Autotrader
- Friendly, honest reliable used car dealer
04-01-2020
I purchased a car from Simon Shield Cars for my daughter and the whole process was pleasant stress free experience. There was no pressure applied to make the sale, we were given plenty of time to test drive and examine the car. We were treated in a polite and respectful manner throughout. The car was well presented and the vehicles background clearly explained to us. Being of mature years I have purchased several second hand cars during my lifetime and have to say I felt this is the most trustworthy dealer I have dealt with. I wholeheartedly recommend Simon Shield Cars and wouldn't hesitate to buy another vehicle from them. 5 star review on Autotrader 31st December 2019
- Simon Shield Cars Ltd exceptional used car dealer
04-01-2020
Used Simon Shield Cars for second time as so pleased with first experience. Again very helpful and recommend wholeheartedly. 5 star review on Autotrader 17 December 2019 Check out all our reviews on Autotrader: https://www.autotrader.co.uk/dealers/suffolk/ipswich/simon-shield-cars-ltd-20250
- Recommend without hesitation
17-12-2019
Simon was fantastic. He explained the history of the car we were looking at and was very friendly. He was also brilliant with our too young children who came along! We are very happy with our car and would totally use Simon Shield Cars again in the future! 5 star review on Autotrader 15th December 2019 https://www.autotrader.co.uk/dealers/suffolk/ipswich/simon-shield-cars-ltd-20250
- Brilliant, friendly service
16-12-2019
Excellent friendly service, but no hard selling. He knows about all his cars he is selling and listens to his customers needs to try and offer what they require, because of this he gets a-lot of repeat business , including ourselves and he has a very good reputation locally 5 star review on Autotrader 15 December 2019 https://www.autotrader.co.uk/dealers/suffolk/ipswich/simon-shield-cars-ltd-20250
- Good customer service and sells quality used cars
16-12-2019
Simon was very helpful and honest about the car I brought , worked around me for picking up car as I have a busy life . Would totally recommend him to anyone wanting to buy a car 5 star review on Autotrader 14 December 2019 https://www.autotrader.co.uk/dealers/suffolk/ipswich/simon-shield-cars-ltd-20250
- Highly recommended
16-12-2019
Excellent experience!! Keep up the good work Simon! 5 star review on Autotrader 7 December 2019 https://www.autotrader.co.uk/dealers/suffolk/ipswich/simon-shield-cars-ltd-20250
- Very professional
16-12-2019
A pleasure to receive excellent personal service. Great car in superb condition. Totally honest and no sales hype. Will definitely recommend to family and friends. Thank you 5 star review on Autotrader 5th December 2019 https://www.autotrader.co.uk/dealers/suffolk/ipswich/simon-shield-cars-ltd-20250
- Great customer service
16-12-2019
We see the car on the forecourt and read the specs and details on autotrader , before making contact. Found the whole experience very easy and most of all very easy going dealing with Simon Shield cars No pressure, no jargon . Was offered help with finance if needed and extended warranty if was making a purchase, again no pressure to take up any of the offers. We got a fair and reasonable price for our trade in and came away happy customers. Would recommend the quality of service and friendliness. 5 star review on Autotrader 22 November 2019
- Great service and friendly easy going atmosphere
26-11-2019
Simon was very professional and reasonable, he made the whole process of buying a car very easy and stress free. I drove away with the car within the hour. 5 star review on Autotrader 19 November 2019
- very professional
21-11-2019
Simon was exceptionally helpful, courteous and friendly. The car was exactly as described, if not better. A first class service throughout. Testimonial on Autotrader 13th November 2019
- Exceptional service
21-11-2019
I went over to Simon's to view an S5. When I got there the car was accurately described and well presented. Simon was genuine and as well as showing me all the good bits, did point out the minor blemishes that you would expect of an 8 year old car. Simon is really interested in you and what your looking for but didn't apply any pressure and I felt comfortable to view the car in my own time. I would highly recommend his garage. 5 star review on Autotrader 13 Nov 2019
- Good garage, nice guy and genuine vehicles
21-11-2019
Great service! Simon helped in every way possible and made the experience so easy, thanks Simon. Autotrader 18th October 2019 5 stars
- Superb company to deal with
07-11-2019
Such a breath of fresh air to but a car from people who put the customer first in every sense and genuinely wanted to make it the best experience for me. Great advice and very happy to help with my queries prior to and during the whole process. Would definitely recommend for a personal, professional service. 5 star review Autotrader 8th October 2019 https://www.autotrader.co.uk/dealers/suffolk/ipswich/simon-shield-cars-ltd-20250#reviews
- First Class Experience
17-10-2019
For a start, Simon Shield's adverts are detailed, informative and most importantly, accurate. Simon was great from initial enquiry and provided nothing but genuine information on the car. I paid a (refundable) deposit and, as I was coming from Ireland, made my way confident (as could be) the car was going to be as advertised. Simon actually collected me in Ipswich town and brought me back to view the car and even then only provided information on the car and facilitated me in assessing its condition. True enough, the car was as advertised and I was more than happy to purchase. Handover process was quick and painless and I wound up getting a great warranty package, at no extra cost. As a car dealer, they're the best I've experienced. Thanks again, Simon, the wife loves the car! 5 star review on Autotrader 29 September 2019
- Fantastic Service!!
01-10-2019
Price was competitive, service very slick and helpful. No messing around and good to do business with. Thanks. 5 star review on Autotrader
- BMW 530d M Sport
24-09-2019
I had a great experience when buying my car. very nice to deal with and made us feel relaxed. 5 star review on Autotrader 9th September 2019
- Excellent experience highly recommend
10-09-2019
5star from start to finish you don’t generally enjoy spending your money but I did on this occasion l traveled 300 miles to buy this car l was picked up at the station and the car was if anything better than advertised this business is run professionally by genuine people give these people a try you won’t be disappointed thank you again Simon it was a pleasure doing business with you. 5 star review on Autotrader 9 September 2019
- I think luv said it all
10-09-2019
Simon was amazing from start to finish, he answered any questions we had and was only ever happy to do so. From giving us honest opinions of his past experiences and feedback he made the whole experience which can be stressful as easy as possible. Left with a great car, for a great price. Will definitely be buying of him again! 10/10 5 star review from Autotrader 5 September 2019
- Amazing experience from start to finish
05-09-2019
Had several conversations with the owner regarding the vehicle, agreed the "deal" and then travelled from Newcastle upon Tyne to Ipswich to complete the transaction. The car was exactly as described and all the relevant agreed actions had been carried out. The owner was extremely helpful and professional throughout, keeping us informed every step of the way regarding finance, MOT's etc. I would definitely recommend this company and would have no hesitation in buying from them again even if meant travelling over 300 miles. 5 star review on Autotrader 2 September 2019
- Extremely satisfied!
03-09-2019
Very friendly family run business. I went to view a car i had seen on autotrader. There was no pressure with salesmen talk and the dealer allowed me to view the vehicle at my own leisure and crawl all over it to make sure everything was ok. I took the car for a test drive which was a leisurly drive around the Suffolk country side allowing me to get to grips with all the features. On the trip the dealer was able to realy the information that i required or said he would look it up on our return to the garage. I decided to purchase the vehicle from dealer as the price was good and warranty offered was great as it have me piece of mind. Very happy with the service i got. 5 star review on Autotrader August 2019
- Great family business
21-08-2019
Super helpful, friendly and knowledgeable service. Would highly recommend! 5 star review from Autotrader August 2019
- Great Experience
21-08-2019
Very nice great very professional service Never feels better in any garage 5 star review on Autotrader 19th August 2019
- Nice and Professional everything has been explained
21-08-2019
Hey Simon just wanted to put up a post to say car is brilliant, the service and openness you present is second to none. Brilliant service very professional and your a decent honest man also so bonus, In short thank you the car is perfect for me and my family thank you again. https://www.facebook.com/Simonshieldcarsltd/posts/2863395700402232
- testimonial on Facebook
13-08-2019
A pleasure to deal with from start to finish. Refreshingly professional, no hidden agenda. Open and honest, the car we purchased was top class. No hesitation in recommending this excellent company. 5 star review on Autotrader 1 August 2019
- "Simply the best" for me by far !
13-08-2019
Brilliant service very friendly we are really happy we used Simon shield the car is amazing 5 star review on Autotrader 12 August 2019
- Brilliant service Simon Shield Cars
13-08-2019
Having visited several garages looking for a new car it was great to meet Simon and feel like a genuine customer. Thank you and no hesitation in recommending. 5 star review on Autotrader - July 2019
- Genuine service and car
01-08-2019
Great experience from start to finish. I was given great advice, and never pressured. I ended up with exactly what I wanted, and was happy that it was a fair price. Autotrader review July 2019 5 stars
- Friendly, helpful service
30-07-2019
Today I bought my new car from Simon and it was the easiest experience I’ve ever had in buying and changing my car. It was a pleasure and when I decided to sell it I would most definitely go back. Thank you Simon. Richard 5 star review Bark March 2019
- Today I bought my new car from Simon
22-07-2019
This dealer was recommended to me by another trusted dealer nearby, although for me it was a 200+ mile round trip.. I was very happy with the transaction. I purchased a 17 plate Audi A1 at a very fair price and used my car in part exchange. I would be happy to recommend this dealer to prospective buyers. 5 star review from Autotrader 15 July 2019
- Good used car experience
16-07-2019
Very easy buying experience. Simon seems to be genuinely concerned with getting you the right car for you and what you need it for, rather than just trying to sell a car. Didn't keep hassling you with phone calls and emails, very knowledgeable, would definitely go back to buy another car in the future Google review July 2019 5 stars
- Google 5 star review Simon Shield Cars
12-07-2019
No nonsense approach , fair prices and excellent service, will certainly use again 5 star review on Autotrader 25th June 2019 https://www.autotrader.co.uk/dealers/suffolk/ipswich/simon-shield-cars-ltd-20250#reviews-container
- Excellent service Simon Shield Cars
04-07-2019
Great personalised guidance and service in our search for a family friendly car! Simply thanks! 25th June 2019 Autotrader - 5 star review https://www.autotrader.co.uk/dealers/suffolk/ipswich/simon-shield-cars-ltd-20250#reviews-container
- Personalised service Simon Shield Cars
04-07-2019
We sold our loved car to Simon and couldn't have been happier with the way the whole transaction was dealt with. Simple, quick and fair. Simon is a true gentleman. How buying or selling a car should be. Thank you 5 star review on Google June 2019 - check them out here: https://business.google.com/reviews/l/15656610771148455839
- 5 star review on Google Simon Shield Cars
15-06-2019
Simon Shield bent over backwards and pulled out all the stops to get us a car in a very short period when our car was written off. He is genuine and honest and the car we purchased exceeded our expectations. It was the best car buying experience we’ve ever had, and we will be recommending to all our friends. 5 star review from Google 15th June 2019 - check it out here: https://business.google.com/reviews/l/15656610771148455839
- Used cars selling service Simon Shield Cars
15-06-2019
We sold our loved car to Simon and couldn't have been happier with the way the whole transaction was dealt with. Simple, quick and fair. Simon is a true gentleman. How buying or selling a car should be. Thank you Google 5 star review 13 June 2019
- How buying and selling a car should be
13-06-2019
Absolutely fantastic, fast efficient and very professional! With the help of our finance company drove away in our dream car in 24 hours. HIGHLY recommend. 5 star review on Autotrader June 2019 https://www.autotrader.co.uk/dealers/suffolk/ipswich/simon-shield-cars-ltd-20250#reviews-container
- Our Volvo V40 experience
13-06-2019
Car buying can be stressful. Simon Shield Cars made my purchase a simple and pleasant experience and I was very happy to be given the full history of the car. 5 star review on Autotrader June 2019 https://www.autotrader.co.uk/dealers/suffolk/ipswich/simon-shield-cars-ltd-20250#reviews-container
- Full information
13-06-2019
Our purchase of a used car from Simon Shield Cars Ltd was a thoroughly pleasant experience. A very friendly greeting followed by a completely professional service. No pushy sales patter here - plus a very fair price offered for our trade in. If you are looking for a good quality used car, we have no hesitation in recommending Simon Shield Cars. A very satisfied customer. JW. 5 star review from Autotrader May 2019
- Highly recommended - thanks for the great service
30-05-2019
Perfect experience! Simon shield cars were honest and accomodating. Their cars are all sold at an excellent standard, and I would certainly do business with them again. Thanks again..... 5 star review from Autotrader May 2019
- Perfect car buying experience
23-05-2019
Would definitely recommend Simon Shield Cars Ltd. Simon is honest and passionate about the cars he sells. My son purchased a Mercedes A class from him and I’ll be totally honest and say I tried to persuade him not to spend all of his hard earned money on a car! After speaking with Simon he reassured me the car was a real bargain and he knew the history of the car from new. My son has been thrilled with the car and the service he received from Simon. Great to find a rare, genuine car dealer! On Autotrader May 2019
- Honest and passionate about his cars
21-05-2019
We were looking for a small economical, low mileage, reliable, and a good above condition car. With the help of Autotrader we managed to find just that, at Simon Shield Cars Ltd. No pressure was put on us at any time, in fact the car sold it's self. It was a Peugeot 107 Active, it had all the criteria described earlier. The price was very fair and reasonable. The car was fully serviced and valeted, and all the paperwork was completed promptly and efficiently! It was a pleasure to do business in a friendly, no pressure environment. I would certainly recommend Simon Shield Cars Ltd! May 2019 Autotrader 5 star review
- A rare find in the motor trade
09-05-2019
I cannot fault Simon Shield Cars for anything. From the moment I saw the advert, to the moment I drove my car off the forecourt, the Simon Shield service was beyond par. He agreed to fit us in after working hours to accommodate our busy schedule. Not only was the car sparkling clean, but had a full MOT and service to boot. They were patient while we gathered our finances to purchase and were never pushy. Thank you, Simon Shield Cars LTD. I can't recommend this garage enough. May 2019 on google and Autotrader 5 stars
- Excellent car, excellent care, excellent service
07-05-2019
I would highly recommend Simon Shield car dealership to anyone I know !! I bought my dream car from him and I am very happy indeed . He made the whole process very easy for me . He is very professional and not pushy like a lot of car salesman can be !!I have bought a lot of cars in my time and I would say this was so easy and hassle free! He is very knowledgeable and he and his wife couldn’t be more helpful!! Thank you both very much ! April 2019 from Autotrader
- Very happy customer
30-04-2019
Very professional service, positive customer experience. Good seller, highly recommended. April 2019 - 5 star review on Autotrader
- Recommend this seller
05-04-2019
I recently bought a vehicle from Simon Shield Cars Ltd. The vehicle was in very good condition and was a reasonable price. Simon Shield Cars Ltd provided a friendly and very helpful service with regards to viewing the vehicle, the sale of the vehicle and even picked me up from a nearby train station in order to collect the vehicle. April 2019 - 5 stars on Autotrader
- Great car dealer, friendly professional service
05-04-2019
Very good very helpful and very down to earth.Never attemted to hide anything and no pressure selling.Everything was pointed out I was even allowed to have another mechanic check the vehicle over thoroughly before doing the deal so I felt fully comfortable with the vehicle.I felt I could trust the salesman after spending just a few minutes with him.A good professional business, due to my experience I would use this business again and would recommend it to family and friends. 5 star review March 2019 - Autotrader
- Purchasing a replacement 4 wheel drive
02-04-2019
Very friendly and efficient service. No pressure to buy but good information on vehicles. More than happy to deal with them in the future RAC Reviews March 2019
- RAC review on Simon Shield Cars
02-04-2019
The owner is an experienced car salesman, who is both polite and courteous. You give him a brief and he matches you to a sensible choice of car. This was our fourth time of dealing with his company and each time it has been very successful. He takes his time with you and does not rush your decision making. Autotrader 5* review March 2019
- Not just a Car Salesman
02-04-2019
First time visiting everything was made easy. Great car great experience would definitely recommend and use again. 5 star review on Autotrader - March 2019
- Buy with confidence
21-03-2019
By far the best car buying experience I’ve ever had. Simon, is an excellent communicator, honest, polite and professional 5* star RAC Review Feb 2019
- By far the best....
28-02-2019
Very good experience very trustworthy simon was very good not a pushy salesman at all 5 star review from Autotrader 4 February 2019
- Brilliant
05-02-2019
Travelled from Manchester to Simon shields cars as we found the perfect car for us as a family , Simon sent us an in depth video of the c250 for us so we could see the car before we travelled the distance , Pleasure to deal with thank you for a lovely car , 5 star review from Autotrader February 2019
- well worth the travel
05-02-2019
Simon and Caroline are both excellent communicators, and are very professional. The customer service I received from start to end was excellent, I’m glad I made the 247 mile journey to buy my Skoda Superb – a fantastic car. Simon even went out of his way to meet me two hours before his opening hours just to help me with my financing application and required paperwork, allowing me to return to Cardiff and be at work on time to start at 2pm. I am very humbled by his kindness. Simon is the most honest and genuine car dealer I’ve come across from my years of buying used cars, and I will recommend Simon Shield Cars Ltd very highly to anyone looking for a reliable used car, with excellent customer care, including after sales care which you don’t often get in today’s car market. Simon, thanks so much for your patience and for your honest value on my part-exchange. Overall, I’m extremely satisfied. May your business grow beyond your expectations, you deserve it. Gomez 5 star review from Autotrader January 2019
- The best car buying experience I've ever had
30-01-2019
Friendly, approachable and provides a brilliant service! Not pushy unlike almost all salespeople.. Excellent selection of well priced cars. Honest about drawbacks of a car as well. Highly recommended. 5 star review from Autotrader 11 January 2019
- The best car shopping experience we have ever had
15-01-2019
Excellent. Simon was very honest and transparent with information and documentation regarding the vehicle, and advised openly around potential costs due in the not too distant future. I would absolutely use this trader again in future. 5 star review from customer through Autotrader December 2018
- Used Car Purchase
06-12-2018
Simon was very easy to deal with. His knowledge of the market was excellent and his valuation of my car, honest. I would use Simon again. I didn't feel he was giving me sales speak, which was great. 5 star review on Autotrader - 18th November 2018
- A good experience
20-11-2018
Buying a car isn't exactly like weekly grocery shopping, so having to deal with a courteous, very accommodating and knowledgeable dealer is a great benefit. Reading countless positive reviews of Simon's service online was an important factor in my decision to go ahead with the purchase and also in my case they turned out to be absolutely true. Autotrader - 16th November 2018 - 5 star review
- Helpful and personal service
17-11-2018
Traded my car in for one off the forecourt, Excellent service, and a pleasure doing business with. 5 star review on Autotrader 8 November 2018
- Excellent service - 5 stars
13-11-2018
The experience of buying a car from Simon Shields Cars Ltd was a very pleasant one and I would highly recommend him to friends & family. I was given a fair trade in price for my car and the price of the new car purchased seem considerably cheaper than a main dealer. I felt no pressure while negotiating the purchase. 5 star review from Autotrader November 2018
- A no hassle purchase
08-11-2018
I bought a BMW 5 Series Touring from Simon and I couldn’t be happier with the car or the service. He took the time to make sure the car was right for us, especially my wife as it’s an automatic. His attention to detail and time taken out to help us was superb. I have been to a few big dealerships but the service from Simon was far better. We part exchanged our car and he gave us a good price and the whole process was easy. I’ll certainly go back to him in the future. Thanks, Tom and Jenny 5 star review from Autotrader November 2018
- Superb car and service
06-11-2018
I have delayed writing this review to ensure we had no problems. We bought our car about 2 months ago we choose the garage due to the countless positive reviews. And we can’t agree more. We found simon to be honest in his appraisal of the car. Conscientious about wanting the car a perfect as possible before in our hands both mechanically and body work. Felixable in working to find times for us to view car that fitted around husbands job. And even on collection being efficient given our three young children with us. Simon appears to be an honest man how enjoys car and has high quality standards he insists on maintaining within the sale. We would not hesitate to purchase from him again. October 2018 from Autotrader - 5 star review
- Best garage we've dealt with
30-10-2018
Very helpful. Good quality car. Would definitely use them again. 5 star review from Autotrader October 2018
- Excellent service - 5 stars
30-10-2018
Our second time using Simon Shield Cars. Really happy with the service and very pleased with our new car. 5 star rating on Autotrader September 2018
- Fantastic 5*
27-09-2018
Very friendly , and accommodated our needs very well . Regular correspondence was kept with us throughout the process . Highly recommended Many could learn a thing or two . Look after your local businesses and they will look after you . Very happy with our purchase . Thank you 👍 5 star review on Autotrader September 2018
- ***** Friendly , honest and fair . Recommended
25-09-2018
well what a great experience, the cars is outstanding, great attention to detail nothing was to much trouble what a superb car its like a brand new car without the price tag car was serviced and 12 months mot even put a new diesel filter just for peace of mind cant fault say a bad word about the dealership would recommend to anyone. 5 star review from Autotrader and Google reviews, September 2018 https://goo.gl/maps/itUWmCZZMwp
- volvo v40 d3
06-09-2018
Brought a car from Simon. Travelled 230 miles and no regrets. Recieved an excellent service. Genuine person with a swift and promt service. Would definatly buy from him again. August 2018 5 stars
- Excellent car
04-09-2018
Friendly and polite fab service love my new old 1995 Vw polo fair price given for a part exchange defiantly recommend. 5 star review August 2018
- Fair price for part exchange
04-09-2018
Simon (Shield Cars Ltd) was entirely open, helpful and honest throughout our negotiations. No over-sell, but no bargain either. 5 star review August 2018
- A Firm I Recommend
04-09-2018
Simon is very friendly, personable and honest. He didn't seem pushy. The car was exactly as described. He offered a considerably better part exchange price than other dealers. Although I wasn't planning to travel as far as I did, I was very glad that I did. I bought the car August 2018
- 5 star review on RAC portal
21-08-2018
Just bought my car and realised it needed a service it was no problem though Simon said don't worry just bring it back when convenient and I will get it done. Great local dealer would go back. August 2018 https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108060043828350643461/reviews/@52.1137781,0.8864564,13z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m3!8m2!3m1!1e1?hl=en-GB
- 5 star review on google
14-08-2018
The car I bought from Simon 4 years ago has given me trouble free motoring and whenever I have needed another car his website would be one of the first places I'd visit. Although he may not have had the car that met my needs he was always willing to spare the time to give me sound advice on both buying and selling a car. I have just bought a 10 year old Golf and after a week of ownership I'm delighted with it. When taking possession of the vehicle he insisted on showing me around the controls and thanked me for my purchase as I drove away. Simon's cars are always immacualtely presented on the forecourt (I regularly drove past when living close by) and when ready to be driven away; the consummate professional. August 2018
- A pleasure to do business with
14-08-2018
Right from the start he was spot on with everything regarding the car I purchased. Well worth the 11 hour round trip to pick the car up. August 2018
- Volvo v60 de lux nav
14-08-2018
Would definately buy from Simon shield cars Ltd again excellent service. August 2018
- Car purchase
14-08-2018
Very happy with the service provided by these folks. It’s just the right car for the job and a fair price on the part exchange. Also, very helpful staff where nothing seemed like too much trouble. Great job! August 2018
- Great car - thanks for your help
14-08-2018
It was a pleasure to deal with people who listened to what I was saying and gave reasoned answers to what I had asked. I felt that they were were trying to provide me with a car that I wanted to buy rather than one they wanted to sell! August 2018
- Satisfied customer
14-08-2018
Bought a BMW convertible from Simon. Brilliant experience. Really looked after me. August 2018
- Not your typical secondhand car salesman!!!!!
14-08-2018
I am very satisfied with my new vehicle from SSC. He has a carefully selected range of used vehicles to suit most peoples needs. I found that all the information regarding the vehicle was clearly made available. The price of the vehicle was very competitive based upon prices elsewhere and its condition and mileage. SS is a very experienced and pleasant gentleman who remains patient and polite during the selection process. I believe that you can rely upon his experience and keen eye to keep in stock vehicles that you would expect to give you the best service. This is the second vehicle that I have purchased from SSC and I am most content with both. Before you buy your next car have a ride out to see the forecourt at Gt Bricett even if you don't find what you want it's a lovely part of the country. I am very happy with my new car from SSC. All information (good & bad) was made readily available, no surprises, good price, polite pleasant and knowledgeable service. August 2018
- Carefully selected used cars at competitive prices
14-08-2018
We are very satisfied with the service received from Simon Shield Cars Ltd- friendly, helpful, honest and a good price.
- Excellent service, would recommend
17-07-2018
Excellent service, great communication, fast and effective service, will certainly buy another car from this dealer. July 2018
- Great dealer
17-07-2018
Really great customer service from the owners of this business,a fuss free transaction with a fantastic discount on the offer price of a 2 year RAC warranty. The cars on sale on the forecourt are all good quality, and carefully selected by Simon. We are very pleased with our 4 year old Skoda Superb which in truth, could almost pass for a new car. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a quality used car at a lower price than an equivalent vehicle on a Main Dealer forecourt. 5 star review from Autotrader July 2018
- Great cars, customer service and aftercare
09-07-2018
Fantastic service. Honest and helpful. Highly recommend. Love my new little car. Thank you. https://business.google.com/reviews/l/15656610771148455839/r/AIe9_BEAgUIalCkcXZnurOUpP4uAgdxMw2sWiCekI76AFWZLOWjTCBcl9o4CGcX4t1t_Vj-DGoT9h1VKwvP07bvE4B5CoM5n6sIM0ipkjY_uuGPDSimXR3s?utm_campaign=gmb_notifications&utm_medium=desktop.email&utm_source=local_review
- 5 star review on google
26-06-2018
Really great and friendly service. Smooth transaction. Happy customer. 10/10 on RAC Reviews
- Happy customer
19-06-2018
Hi guys. Mum’s not a social media user, so just wanted to say “thanks” on her behalf for the impeccable service provided to her on whilst purchasing her new VW Polo from you. Such a relief when she told me that she’d found it and was purchasing from you. Thanks both! June 2018 - review on Google - see here: https://www.google.co.uk/search?ei=JpUfW_HMGqyBgAbmkZjICw&q=simon+shield+cars&oq=simon+shield+cars&gs_l=psy-ab.3..35i39k1l2j0l3j0i22i30k1l4.6626.8495.0.8947.17.16.0.0.0.0.196.1730.10j6.16.0....0...1c.1.64.psy-ab..1.16.1704...0i131i67k1j0i131k1j0i67k1j0i10k1.0.tuwLgrrFAxw#lrd=0x47d9a5f52da8c7cd:0x4ebcaa5db61a20db,1,,,
- 5 star review on google
12-06-2018
I found a perfect car for my needs - VW Polo. Selling and buying was made very easy and I would certainly recommend Simon Shield Cars. The customer service was excellent. Thank you . June 2018 from Autotrader - 5 stars
- Excellent service
12-06-2018
Couldn't be more friendly and helpful! Very quick sale and drove away with my new car the same day! 5 star review on Autotrader - 30 May 2018
- Excellent
05-06-2018
Very friendly professional car lot clean tidy all cars looked excellent had a delay with finance company not a problem stayed open so we could pick car up will recommend to friends 5 star review on Autotrader - June 2018
- Nissan Juke
05-06-2018
I found a perfect car for my needs - VW Polo. Selling and buying was made very easy and I would certainly recommend Simon Shield Cars. The customer service was excellent. Thank you 5 star review on Autotrader June 2018
- Excellent service
05-06-2018
Dealing with Simon Shield cars was a pleasure. Friendly personal service, everything dealt with very smoothly and delighted with the car. 5 star review on Autotrader - 30 May 2018
- Excellent Service !
31-05-2018
I recently bought a 2002 S-Type Jaguar from Simon Shields. Simon is a friendly and extremely honest professional who prides himself on providing best in class customer service. I would thoroughly recommend him if you’re buying a previously owned vehicle. May 2018
- Great car and fantastic customer service
15-05-2018
Simon was an absolute pleasure to deal with. He was friendly, honest and very genuine. I traveled quite a way to see a specific car he'd advertised and was delighted that it was exactly as he'd described, with no surprises or over exaggerated claims. Unless you're buying from a main dealer, buying a car can be a tricky business sometimes. However, I wouldn't hesitate from buying from Simon again, with confidence. 5 star review on Autotrader March 2018
- A genuine honest car dealer
10-05-2018
Friendly professional service, very happy with my new car April 2018 5* Independent review
- Very Happy
30-04-2018
The service we got with Simon from Simon Sheild Cars Ltd was fantastic, we part exchanged our car with him and felt he gave us a good deal and made it very sensible and easy which was lovely, and it was all done in an afternoon March 2018
- Review from RAC portal
05-04-2018
Would just like to say a big thank you to Simon for making saleing and buying a car as easy and pleasurable as possible, lovely Gentleman, very helpful and quick and easy, thank you once again March 2018
- Thank you
29-03-2018
I would like to give a really positive feedback for my purchase of a vehicle at Simon Shield Cars. There was no pressure in making a purchase and any things that needed attention on the vehicle were completed in time. A pleasurable experience. 5 star review on Autotrader https://www.autotrader.co.uk/dealers/suffolk/ipswich/simon-shield-cars-ltd-ipswich-20250#reviews
- Purchase of Skoda Octavia
13-03-2018
I found very friendly, helpful & truthful. Didn't feel I was pushed into buying the car. Would recommend them to friends. 5 star review from Autotrader https://www.autotrader.co.uk/dealers/suffolk/ipswich/simon-shield-cars-ltd-ipswich-20250#reviews
- Successful Purchase
13-03-2018
The transaction was businesslike and friendly. The car was as described in the photo and during the telephone conversation which resulted. We traveled from Somerset to Needham Market to view the car and drove it home after completing the purchase. I recommend Simon Shield to anyone looking to buy a vehicle from the firm. In this day and age, it is refreshing to deal with someone with old-fashioned values of honesty, fairness, and integrity. 5* Customer review from Autotrader - February 2018
- Businesslike and friendly
24-02-2018
After searching through Britain for a Volvo XC60 I found the car I was looking for at Simon?s. The car was Immaculate both inside and out. Simon provided great service both before and after the sale. A pleasure to deal with. 5* review from customer on Autotrader - February 2018
- Great Service
24-02-2018
Excellent customer service and everything was thoroughly discussed. Nothing was too much hassle, was an absolute pleasure to do business with them. 5 star reviews - February 2018
- Outstanding Service
15-02-2018
We knew the car we wanted to look at and we found the dealer to be very friendly, helpful with a full knowledge of the vehicle in question. After a test drive, which we were able to do on our own, he gave us a good deal with several extras. The car was ready to pick up on the day agreed and he went the extra mile to remove some marks on the bumper without our asking. In all it was a very good experience and we would recommend this car dealer to friends. 5 Star review from Autotrader, February 2018
- The Way to Buy a Car
15-02-2018
very good experience buying car from simon shield he was very helpful kept me informed on every thing mot service etc only had car a few days but pleased with it so far. would recommend him to other people with out a doubt . February 2018
- 5* review on RAC Portal
10-02-2018
Very helpful and welcoming. Organised all the paperwork and went over the whole vehicle with me. The car is absolutely immaculate and is driving beautiful after owning it for a month with problems January 2018 5* review from Autotrader
- Worth travelling that bit further
30-01-2018
Only had the car a week, but really happy so far. Had a great experience purchasing the car, brilliant communication and they were more than happy to spend time going over everything and answering any questions. It's nice to experience a company that pride themselves in what they do. January 2018 5* Review on Autotrader
- Highly Recommended and Personable
30-01-2018
I chose Simon Shield Cars because of their great reputation locally. I found them genial and patient with the many questions I had to ask. This is probably the first time I've ever bought a car and actually enjoyed the experience. Simon Shield will be my first stop the next time I need a vehicle. Link to review on Google. 5 * Google review January 2018
- 5* google review
23-01-2018
I would recommend buying a car from Simon Shield Cars Ltd. The process was made very easy for me and Simon was very honest about the car and dealt with all my queries efficiently and easily. 5 * review November 2017
- Recommendation
10-01-2018
Audi Allroad 2010 - Yes, all the 5 star reviews do not lie! Finally a dealer who I will do my best to buy my future cars from! It was a pleasure from start to finish. I have bought a lot of cars over the years (a bad habit) and this has been the most pleasurable experience! The car itself is a gem, although almost 8 years old it looked like new and drove like new. It already had a fresh MOT and had recently been serviced and everything was ready to go. (bought and drove away in around one hour!) Super helpful, open and knowledgeable. I tried a similar (more expensive) car at another dealership with half the mileage and 2 years newer and it was not comparable. Simon showed me the areas on the car where there were slight imperfections and the price advertised was much lower than similar cars on the net. I have driven over 1500 miles without a squeak or rattle and the car is fantastic. Highly recommended. 5* review January 2018
- How all used car dealers should be!
09-01-2018
Extremely happy with my new car, showed me around the whole vehicle. Completed all the paperwork for me and gave me a deal I was more than happy with. The car itself is spotless and even after nearly 2 weeks of ownership, I can't fault the car. December 2017
- Welcoming, willing to listen to my questions and no pushy salesmanship
14-12-2017
I went to Simon Shields to buy a car. He provides a first rate service with good advice and great quality cars! 5 star review ***** November 2017
- Bought a Golf GT Tdi
14-11-2017
Bought a Fabia VRS which has been fault free. Simon and his wife were very friendly and knowledgeable. All my questions were answered before my visit and would highly recommend. 5 star review on Google ***** November 2017
- Fabia VRS
14-11-2017
I brought my dream car (VW Scirocco) from Simon Shields and the service I had was thoroughly professional, offering a comprehensive guide to all aspects of the sale, part exchange and warranty. Allowing to make the best decision for me as the customer. I will definitely consider buying a car from Simon Shields again, that's if I ever part with my car!!!
- Utterly professional
31-10-2017
Very impressed with my dealings with Simon Shield ¿ Cars. I told Simon what kind of car I was looking for and at what price and within 24 hours he contacted me to let me know he was expecting a suitable vehicle within 48 hours. I went to see it and said yes almost immediately. Simon was very patient when showing me the car's controls and all paperwork was dealt with smoothly, efficiently and quickly. The car is everything I wanted, in very good condition and a great price. Thanks Simon! 5 star review September 2017
- A good experience
31-10-2017
Very professional and knowledgable without being pushy. It clearly matters that the customer makes an informed choice and drives away happy. I would not hesitate to return for my next car. 5 star review October 2017
- Great to deal with
31-10-2017
Purchased my 2010 Landrover Discovery from Simon Shield and can honestly say he was a pleasure to deal with. Nothing was too much trouble and we even found time to have a chat about cars in general. This is what it should be like to buy a car, main dealers could learn a thing or two from Simon Shield… 5 Star review October 2017
- Great service from a True enthusiast…
31-10-2017
Had a great experience buying my new car from Simon. He was very accommodating to my circumstances and kept all promises made. Was very honest and friendly and I would definitely recommend Simon to anyone looking for a new car!
- Great Experience
04-09-2017
Very good service. Not pushy at all helped with all aspects of sale. The car I was buying was not his usual car sale as it was a part ex to clear. It was treated with same attention to detail as other cars and was in very good condition.
- Excellent. Would definitely recommend
07-08-2017
Very pleased with the service- knowledgeable and helpful whilst being straightforward with no hard sell. I'm very pleased with my car so far.
- An easy, no hassle service
07-08-2017
Bought a Mini estate very pleased. Easy to deal with. Owner very straight forward and fair
- New car for the wife
07-08-2017
Simon was a seasoned professional, no pressure and easy to deal with. We saw the car and was as it was described online. There were a couple of minor issues but we were able to strike a deal to overcome. We were title disappointed as all four tyres needed replacing, plenty of tread but they were cracked all over... our fault for missing this on inspection. All in all tho a good service and would recommend Simon.
- Seasoned professional. Would recommend
07-08-2017
I don't think I can add anything to Simon's glowing reviews, it's all been rightly said! Would definitely recommend him to anyone.
- Nice to do business with!
26-07-2017
Simon Shield was very friendly, professional and very helpful in all aspects of buying the car and spent a lot of time with me test driving and going over the car and was very knowledgable about the car. I would very highly recommend Simon Shield Cars Ltd.
- Very good, cant fault experience
26-06-2017
Very happy with my experience. Simon was honest, decent and knowledgesable. He was friendly and approachable and it was well worth the drive from Northampton to Ipswich. Would definitely use his services again
- Fantastic Service
15-06-2017
Great knowledge of the car purchased very friendly. I felt like I wasn't pushed into buying the car, Unlike other places. Would highly recommend to anyone looking into buying a used car.
- Highly recommended
06-06-2017
Excellent service, with a knowledgeable, honest and professional company. A very happy customer and would recommend to anyone! Thanks again Simon. I will definitely recommend you family and friends and come back to you in the future, without doubt!
- Excellent Service, Honest & Professional
06-06-2017
Simon was prompt with his reply to my initial enquiry and very helpful when we met at the garage. I trusted his opinions and judgement on the car he was selling and on my car I was part exchanging. The sale was completed efficiently the following week and I am very pleased with my new car.
- Very satisfied customer
11-05-2017
If you want to buy a car from someone with Integrity, honesty, professionalism and a wealth of knowledge then Simon is the person for you. I have just bought a car off him and have never met anyone like Simon... ...he really cares for his customers. I will be recommending him to everyone.
- Great Customer care
11-05-2017
it was easy to do business with Simon, very fair, vehicle as described, happy to recommend. Will certainly go back again.
- Excellent
20-04-2017
Well renowned in Suffolk
- Good dealer
20-04-2017
Very helpful and accommodating.Transaction went very smoothly
- Buying a secondhand car
20-04-2017
A hassle free purchase, perfect little car, very happy with the service, communication and standard of the vehicle.
- Very happy, would recommend
28-03-2017
Simon Shield Cars is one of those little gems that is truly a dying breed these days. I have just purchased a car from Simon and cannot emphasise enough how relaxed and assured I was during the whole car buying process, Simon was extremely helpful and nothing was too much trouble. If you are looking for a individual service that today is hard to find, look no further.
- 5 star experience
20-03-2017
Right from the off once I had seen the car I wanted on SSC website the owner Simon made very quick contact enabling us to discuss a deal taking my vehicle in part exchange. The whole process was seamless with no pressure and very honest one to one conversation. Once we had agreed a deal in principle I met Simon to test drive my choice and to give him the opportunity to drive and check my vehicle. I found Simon to be very knowledgeable, honest and trustworthy. We shook hands on the deal which we were both pleased with. Simon then completed all the appropriate paper work including licensing and insurance. I drove the car away the same day. What more can I say other than Simon made the whole process very enjoyable. MANY THANKS.
- GOING THE EXTRA MILE !! (No pun intended)
20-03-2017
I recently bought a seat exeo from Simon shield cars, I have to say that the whole experience was excellent. Simon is a true professional and nothing is to much trouble for him. I would recommend this family run business as they have quality cars and service to match. 100% customer service.
- 100% customer service
16-03-2017
Simon Shield provided a first class service when selling me a lovely car. I have no hesitation in recommending Simon Shield Cars Ltd.
- First class
07-03-2017
Car buying made easy! Reading the many testimonials and talking to Simon on the phone it was very easy to believe that the car was exactly as it was described in the advertisement. Once we arrived it took less time to agree to buy the car than to do the paperwork. Simon even put a bit of fuel in to make sure we got to the next service station and also recommended a pub for lunch. The only downside was that he was 100 miles away but well worth going that far.
- Straightforward
07-03-2017
The car was as described. Our experience of Simon Shield Cars was great. He was honest, fair and did exactly what he said he would. Happy to recommend him and use him again.
- Great experience of a local car dealer
28-02-2017
From start to finish of my p/exchange deal Simon was hassle and pressure free.
- My part exchange deal
21-02-2017
I was looking for a small car for my daughters 18th birthday gift as she had just passed her test. i thought i would look on Auto Trader as they have a wide variety to choose from. I came across a 1.2 fiesta listed at Simon Shield cars which looked and sounded to good to be true. I gave him a ring and the most politeful gentleman gave all the right signals as being genuine. I went over to look at the car and it was as described in perfect condition. Simon went through every detail about the cars history and all the paperwork was straight forward so we done the deal and i now have a very happy daughter. I would highly recommend visiting Simon shield cars for a welcoming no pressure experience. Thankyou very much.
- A welcoming experience
31-01-2017
Car was prepared and all paperwork was in place. very professional and thorough sale procedure which was enjoyable and not stressful. I would thoroughly recommend this dealer
- Highly recommend
31-01-2017
After seeing the quality of cars for sale and the testimonials from previous customers, I decided to drive from Essex to view this car. Having spoken to Simon on the phone, I was able to put a refundable deposit on the car, as I was unable to go for a few days due to work commitments. When I finally got there I was pleased to find a genuinely described car, a salesman who is not at all pushy, Simon has had this business for over twenty years and it is no surprise why! Very pleasant 'gentleman' who is not like your normal salesman at all. Would recommend to anyone and will definitely go back when I want to purchase another car. 5 star service. Thank you so much Simon.
- 5 Stars Simon Shield
31-01-2017
Really pleased with the service we received from Simon. My Dad initially went to view the car for me & put a deposit down straight away as he said the car was lovely & didn't want me to lose out. When I picked it up I couldn't have been happier! Simon also gave both my Dad & I the peace of mind that we could contact him if we had any problems with regards to the car once the sale had completed. Thankfully the car is still running like a dream & we have had no problems. Simon is a genuinely lovely guy who takes pride in the cars he sells.
- Great car and service = happy customer
26-01-2017
So I purchased my beautiful car from Simon Shields Cars and what a very pleasant man he was. He could see how excited I was and how pleased I was to be getting in it. He processed all the paperwork efficiently and he was a pleasure to deal with both on the phone and in person. The car was very clean both inside and out. I would definitely recommend and buy from him again.
- Very pleasant man to deal with
17-01-2017
Would highly recommend very happy with purchase and would definitely return.
- Friendly and Professional
17-01-2017
Simon was very friendly throughout the process and remained in contact with me after having viewed/ test driven the car, answering all questions I had. He is very genuine and focuses on your needs as a customer. The process was very clear and simple and made easier with his relaxed manner. Definitely recommend!
- Definitely recommend
17-01-2017
Simon shield cars ltd were very welcoming, friendly and very helpful
- Helpful
17-01-2017
Very friendly approach and welcoming, never pushy wanted us to be 100% happy and sure it was the right car Simon was very helpful answered all question honestly and went out of his way over new year holidays to accommodate us. I would use Simon shield cars again
- 100% satisfied
17-01-2017
I have purchased many cars over the years and this purchase from Simon was by far the most satisfying. He is not the typical car salesman and has a friendly honest approach. We spent a lot of time looking over the fine detail of the car that I was to buy without any pressure to make a decision. The car was immaculate . Simon looked after all the paper work and all that was required of me was a few signatures. When I buy another car it will be from Simon Shield Cars Ltd..
- Excellent experience
17-01-2017
The car was as described, with nothing left out or missing from the advert. Simon did not try any hard sales technique, allowed me to take my time and make a decision without any of the stereotypical car sales behaviour. I'd happily recommend Simon Shield Cars to anyone looking for a car.
- Happily recommend
10-01-2017
A great professional small business. Very welcoming, and warm personality, easy to talk to.
- credit to the used car industry
10-01-2017
Simon has truly impressed me with his extremely high level of customer service. Truly exceptional! When a fault light appeared, he drove from Ipswich to London personally to deliver a courtesy car so that his trusted garage can check the fault out. I would recommend Simon wholeheartedly to anyone. He has a loyal customer for life from me and my friends and family!
- Truly exceptional
10-01-2017
Not your average 'wide boy' dealer. A genuine, straight everyday gentleman. I initially emailed with questions, which were honestly answered. When viewing the car, it was EXACTLY as described. We sorted out the trade in and I drove away. That easy! He even posted my sunglasses to me which I left in my old car! Simon Shield only sells quality well presented cars.
- Use him!
10-01-2017
A genuine and honest chap. No sales pitch just quality cars at great prices.
- Very helpful
10-01-2017
Excellent experience.Simon was very helpful and not at all pushy and the car was as described.Simon even delivered the car to us free of charge.
- 5 star service
10-01-2017
Would use again.
- very pleased with service
10-01-2017
The whole business of buying a car from Simon Shield was made very simple and straightforward. Simon, the proprietor, was easy to deal with and explained everything at each stage. He was also instrumental in helping me to sell my old car, which unfortunately he was unable to part exchange. Simon Shield Cars did everything that they said they would do - they have an excellent website too - plenty of information.
- Simple and Straightforward
10-01-2017
I have bought many cars during the past sixty years and the recent purchase from Simon was by far the most pleasant experience. He is far from being the typical car sales man and spent much time making sure that I understood all aspects of the excellent car that I eventually purchased.
- 60 years of buying cars
10-01-2017
Simon is my local car dealer and I have bought cars from him in the passed. he is very professional , he conducts his business in a very friendly manner and only to pleased to help. I would have no problems with recommending him to anyone.
- Could Not Expect Better
05-01-2017
The vehicle was advertised as being in excellent condition and the photographs and description presented this image. On visiting to complete purchase and collect the vehicle, it was evident the advert on the website was completely accurate in how it described the vehicle. Simon could not have been more helpful. The sale was concluded easily and I drove away a very satisfied customer. No wasted time, no misleading promises. No exaggerated claims. What a pleasure to deal with and I feel rather pleasingly, a motor dealer to be trusted, offering high-quality vehicles
- Trusted dealer - honest straightforward
05-01-2017
Fantastic service from Caroline Shield and Simon with their Ipswich company, Simon Shield Cars. Thank you for fast, no nonsense experience of selling a car, we will be back.....
- We buy cars too
29-11-2016
The whole business of buying a car from Simon Shield was made very simple and straightforward. Simon, the proprietor, was easy to deal with and explained everything at each stage. He was also instrumental in helping me to sell my old car, which unfortunately he was unable to part exchange. Simon Shield Cars did everything that they said they would do - they have an excellent website too - plenty of information.
- They did everything they said they would do
22-11-2016
Simon Shield Cars were very easy to deal with, very straightforward in their approach and explained all aspects of the car-buying process. Even though I was unable to part exchange my old car, Simon Shield helpfully suggested alternative ways to sell my car, which proved easy and well worth doing. Simon Shield explained all the options - no pressure sales, just practical advice.
- A stress-free car-buying experience
22-11-2016
Great service start to finish, no pressure and the car prepared to a good standard. Simon and Caroline even delivered our car to us free of charge.
- Genuine service
18-11-2016
A very professional, friendly and helpful service. Bought the car without seeing it and it arrived save and well and met the description exactly as I expected. Great car and good price. Communication very responsible.
- Efficient, friendly competitive price
18-11-2016
A pleasure to do business with, very knowledgeable, very helpful couldn't have done anymore to make the sale go smoothly.
- Outstanding
18-11-2016
Simon was very helpful, really easy to deal with, honest and knowledgable. He gave us a good price for our trade in and we are really pleased with our purchase. Would definitely buy from him again. A pleasure to deal with.
- A pleasure to deal with
18-11-2016
Having spoken to Simon about the car I travelled some distance to see it and was not disappointed. Not only was the car exactly as described but this small business gives you their considerable experience and individual attention in adressing your needs and concerns and ensuring you get the right car for you. Excellent service.
- Excellent car, excellent service
18-11-2016
A pleasant and straightforward experience. Simon knows his stock well and was able to answer all my questions without being pushy. The cars are very well described and presented with no disapointments after travelling to view. I would buy from him again. .
- This is how all traders should be
18-11-2016
Simon was excellent I never bought a car from him as I had a number to consider. I was given the keys and off my wife and I went to test drive with no presume. We were offered a good price for our Polo which matched that of a large dealership with a more expensive car. Sorry not to buy his car but would go back when the time comes.
- 5 out of 5 stars
08-10-2016
Thank you Simon Shield Cars for a fanastic service
- Car buying
20-09-2016
Very straight forward experience, a car dealer that understand there market and there customers requirements, a pleasure to deal with Simon.
- Great service from start to finish
20-09-2016
A genuine small garage, offering excellent service with old fashioned values. Refreshing in this day and age. I bought a 4 yr old Mercedes A class 28,000 miles, which was beautifully prepared for the forecourt.Lovely car, good value and excellent after-sales service.
- Small garage, great service
20-09-2016
I would highly recommend buying a car from Simon. His knowledge and customer service were excellent, he gave very helpful advice, and I never felt under pressure to make a quick decision. I am extremely happy with my new car.
- Very happy customer
20-09-2016
An easy 5 stars - From start to finish Simon was professional, informative and a real pleasure to deal with. Would highly recommend Simon if you are looking for a great quality vehicle and an honest and fair approach. Thank you for making our recent sale so smooth and hassle free Simon!
- Highly recommended
20-09-2016
My wife and I scoured the Internet to purchase a car but not any car, a specific motor to enjoy which had to be a VW EOS for two to enjoy without our children. We looked at several dealers, who advertised on the Internet, but found when the cars were viewed up close that the dealer had not been honest with the facts and even found that the pictures posted online were not a true reflection of the condition of the car. Then we arrived at Simon Shield Cars of Great Bricett, Ipswich in Suffolk and found the car we wanted. It was as stated and advertised, which was a fantastic relief after visiting so many dealers. My wife and I found that Simon guided us through the buying process of our used VW EOS and found it to be unhurried, smooth and with none of the normal rushing and pushing for a sale to be done, but the opposite: a great experience. On returning home and after sometime, our new purchase and much loved used VW EOS had to be serviced by our local VW dealer. The local VW main dealer identified some additional rectification work over and above the standard service. We contacted Simon to inform him of the work that needed to be carried out but did not expect the response we got which was nothing short of fantastic. Simon covered everything that was needed to put the purchase of our used VW EOS 100% right. A great Big Big Thank You Simon for not only guiding us through the purchase of our used VW EOS but for the five star, exceptional and outstanding after care we received from Simon Shield Cars Limited. My wife and I write this testament for all those people thinking of purchasing a used car from the Internet, look no further than Simon Shield Cars Limited to fulfil your every expectation and for 100% piece of mind. A Great Big Thank You. From Mr and Mrs Cotton proud owners of our used VW EOS supplied by Simon Shield Cars Limited and for the five star, exceptional and outstanding after care received.
- 5 star after care
25-08-2016
Dear Simon Many thanks for your help with the purchase of the Mercedes I, (we) am (are) really enjoying it.
- Many Thanks
19-07-2016
Great car at a good price, not pushy and would definitely recommend!
- Great Experience
30-06-2016
Buying any used car can often be 'a pig in a poke' especially if the car in question is 16 years old and even though it has 18,000 miles on the clock and a full service history. I was 'downsizing' from a seven seater people carrier to something more economical and town friendly and certainly did not want to spend any more than the sale of the car realised on Ebay. Many years ago, my mother owned a Daihatsu Charade (it looks like the old style Ford Fiesta) and the car just went on and on and on and I had strong and affectionate memories of it. In my internet search for what I thought I wanted, I came across the Charade that Simon was selling. As an old motor industry hand myself, I couldn't believe such a Charade was likely to exist - but it did, and Simon had it up for sale. Okay, it doesn't have aircon and you have to use a key in the door to lock it - but like its forebears, it does what it says on the tin. I collected it yesterday and then had a 160 mile drive home and the more I drove it, the more the memories of Ma's Charade came flooding back. Even the back shelf quietly rattles just as hers did when new and throughout her ownership, but everything else was what I knew the car would be. Plenty of power, comfy seat, handling like a go-kart, 48 to the gallon at a steady 70mph and just plain fun all round. Simon was brilliant in the way he handled the whole thing and even collected me from Needham Market Station in the car so I could test drive it back to his premises to complete the deal. Result - one very happy new owner and someone who can certainly recommend Simon Shield Cars for your next used car. If his stock is as good as the car I bought from him, you won't be disappointed with your preferred buy.
- pig in a poke
30-06-2016
Very friendly and helpful. Cannot fault the buying experience at all. If they have the right car for you, I'd absolutely recommend paying Simon Shield a visit.
- Friendly and honest
08-06-2016
Simon was very helpful. Honest and trustworthy.
- Excellent trustworthy service
08-06-2016
"Good quality cars for suitable prices, really helpful with giving out information on all their cars and the one i bought works like a treat! Would definitely recommend."
- Fantastic company
11-05-2016
"I was happy with Simons professional manner It made the buying and trading my car in very smooth."
- Simon Shield Cars Ltd
11-05-2016
"Simon Shield was extremely helpful, knowledgable and honest. All aspects of buying my car were explained and the entire process was made very easy to complete at my convenience. I would not hesitate using Simon again in the future."
- Quality, honesty and convenient
11-05-2016
"Really friendly and went out of their way to help. Bought the car within 2 days and couldn't be happy. The vehicle was in fantastic condition. Couldn't recommend Simon enough. Thank you Amanda Steel"
- Great service and great vehicles
11-05-2016
"Excellent customer service, very informative and nothing was too much trouble. Would recommend for anyone wanting to buy a used car with a good history, in great condition and is reliable. Will be looking to do business again from this dealer in the future."
- Not a typical pressurised sale
11-05-2016
Recently purchased C220 from Simon. Simon is clearly a highly reputable car dealer and uses his expertise and industry connections to select only high quality cars for his customers. It was a pleasure to deal with Simon, no sales talk, just good advice and a fair price. If I had any problems I am confident I would be treat very fairly. I would highly recommend speaking to him first if you are in the market for a used car. From Autotrader
- A pleasure to deal with
21-04-2016
Was a perfect transaction from start to finish. Very friendly and accommodating, from our first conversation on the phone, test drives with car seats galore and the car being delivered to my driveway. Fantastic service, would definitely use again in the future and would highly recommend. Review on Autotrader
- One Happy Customer
21-04-2016
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- Testimonial from Facebook
08-04-2016
Simon and his wife Caroline were very accommodating when I purchased a car from them recently. They even suggested that I travel up by train to collect the car and they collected me from Needham Market station. They made me feel most welcome at all times and treated me with respect which is what you would expect when you are buying a car. Any questions I had were answered quickly and with experience. I would highly recommend Simon Shield to any of my friends that are considering buying a used car.
- Very professional dealer
08-03-2016
I would highly recommend Simon to anyone looking for a used car. He is very professional in his approach, friendly, and informative. He is totally knowledgeable about cars and can easily answer any queries you may have. I particularly liked his relaxed manner and willingness to help with anything regarding my purchase.
- Simon Shield
08-03-2016
A brilliant experience.Simon made it seem so easy to choose the car
- Very helpful
08-03-2016
If you care about your current car, when the time comes to change give Simon a call, making the step up to the next car is easy when you deal with industry professionals! Thank you
- Very good quality cars for sale
08-03-2016
Easy to deal with and honest. Not at all "pushy" unlike other car salesmen. Genuine family run business. Nicely prepared car for inspection.
- Great
08-03-2016
Great service throughout. Unsure of which Audi I wanted I was able to test drive multiple cars and finally decide on which I preferred. Good range of cars packed into their forecourt. Friendly and accommodating throughout both Caroline and Simon helped me choose the right vehicle for me. Would definitely recommend.
- Excellent service great cars
08-03-2016
Simon has truly impressed me with his extremely high level of customer service. Truly exceptional! When a fault light appeared, he drove from Ipswich to London personally to deliver a courtesy car so that his trusted garage can check the fault out. I would recommend Simon wholeheartedly to anyone. He has a loyal customer for life from me and my friends and family!"
- Truly exceptional
03-03-2016
Not your average 'wide boy' dealer. A genuine, straight everyday gentleman. I initially emailed with questions, which were honestly answered. When viewing the car, it was EXACTLY as described. We sorted out the trade in and I drove away. That easy! He even posted my sunglasses to me which I left in my old car! Simon Shield only sells quality well ,presented cars. Use him!"
- Use him
03-03-2016
Having visited several car dealers over the past weeks, I have made contact with the same amount of selling styles! Simon and his wife Caroline are two very personable and genuine people who care about customer satisfaction. At no time do you feel rushed or pressured into a sale, explaining every detail of the swles process. I would have no hesitation in recommending them to friends and would use them again in preference to any other dealer, anywhere!! 5 stars
- Pleasurable experience
24-02-2016
all cars on forecourt were top class 5 stars
- Great service
24-02-2016
We found Simon Shield friendly and efficient. He was knowledgable about the car and its previous owner. He supplied us with full information on the car, and put photos of the service record on line so we could see it was genuine mileage. We would recommend Simon Shield Cars to family and friends. 5 Stars Reply: thank you so much for your wonderful review and wish you many years of happy driving. Simon & Caroline Shield
- Friendly, efficient service
24-02-2016
Had bought from this dealer before, so knew how good the service would be!! It was a very easy and pleasant process. Every aspect of the sale was fully explained, including extra warranty on vehicle if needed. I left with the car I wanted, for a good price, full MOT and they even changed the timing belt for me ( just for my peace of mind!!!). Would recommend Simon Shield Cars to anyone who expects a professional service. 10th January 2016 from Autotrader
- Bought before
12-01-2016
Considering up until I paid Simon Shield Cars a visit, I had lost all (if any) faith in Main Dealerships or any Garage to actually come across that they did have their reputation at stake and cared! Perhaps its because Simon's name is above his door (be strange if it wasn't) but he has a real empathy with his clients and relates to all your concerns and what might suit your needs in relation to choice of car in a genuine way. With the added bonus of a great sense of humour along the way, who could not be impressed enough and comfortable enough with asking almost anything! thanks Simon, Carole Dean 5.0 Breakdown: Customer service: 5.0 Buying process: 5.0 Value for money: 5.0 Recommended: Yes
- On my wavelength
03-12-2015
Some of the reviews from our customers on Autotrader.
- Testimonials from customers on Autotrader
04-11-2015
"A great deal, well looked after, everything explained " Mr Cleary May 2015
- Customer review
19-05-2015
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- Selling a used car?
22-04-2015
Dealing with Simon Shield Cars was a pleasure. The car bought was beautifully presented and exactly as described in the advert. Simon's pleasant manner and honest presentation of the facts gave me complete faith in doing business with him. Jon December 2014
- Open, honest service and super vehicle presentation
03-02-2015
Bought a car from Simon today, he has some quality cars, no rubbish, and is so helpfull, even made sure that we had enough fuel in the car, can not recommend this garage enough, it has to be the best service we have ever had, when we have purchased a car. If your looking for honesty, reliability and great friendly service, then this is the man to speak to. We would recommend this garage time and time again, and we would be prepared to travel to purchase from Simon again.i can't thank him enough . December 2014
- Customer service and quality
03-02-2015
Excellent friendly service with no pressure. Very knowledgeable of the vehicle on sale. Felt very comfortable with the service. Would highly recommend this dealer if you are looking for a quality used car. Helen November 2014
- Excellent friendly service
03-02-2015
Simon always has a nice selection of 'interesting' cars on his forecourt. Over the years I've had my eye on a few, and often they've sold before I've my got act together. This time, I came away with a reasonably priced Volvo XC90, trading in my Ford S-Max. Simon ensured I really wanted/needed a 4x4 before going ahead, and we worked out a reasonable deal. Simon doesn't sell cheap, or rough cars. You should expect interesting cars, well presented and mid range prices. A couple of minor after sales issues were also sorted well. November 2014
- Good honest place to buy a decent used car
03-02-2015
I have recently purchased a car from Simon Shield Cars and I was really impressed with the whole experience. My dad first found the car on Autotrader which then lead us to look at the Simon Shield website, which was easy to use and very informative. I had been looking for this specific car for a while and after travelling from Kent to view the car I was certainly not disappointed. Simon was extremely helpful, kind and I feel he really gave me honest advice. He was not at all pushy, and was extremely friendly which immediately put me at ease. I was shown every last detail of the car and was extremely pleased with it. The whole buying process was extremely organised and a very smoothly run process. I would highly recommend. Thank you Simon! Vicky November 2014
- Very happy customer
03-02-2015
This is the second car I have purchased from Simon and all I can say is that I will never buy another car from another second hand car dealer as longer as he is trading. This man only deals in quality cars at an honest price and should you have any problems they are dealt with quickly and professionally. If you want a new car look no further you will not be disappointed I promise. Frankie October 2014
- Happy again
03-02-2015
I found Simon very friendly and help full, the cars all very clean. He went out of his way to try and get the car ready for me before he went on holiday, and kept me informed at every turn. Although in the end I didn't have the car, I would be glad to purchase from Simon in the future. And I would recommend Simon to friend and family. Thank you Simon, Steve. June 2014
- Helpful
03-02-2015
We are a small Suffolk charity with a very limited budget. We needed a vehicle to tow a caravan and generally use as a pool car. It had to be something that 'fitted' our rural based activities. I was recommended this dealership both on Twitter and on Facebook by followers who knew we needed a little 'Christmas Kindness'. Simon Shield Cars did not disappoint! Caroline and Simon are friendly, extremely professional and knowledgeable and completely understood and respected our budget and our requirements. They are very particular with the vehicles they offer, taking great care in their selection and making sure they are of a high standard whilst giving great value for money. We chose the perfect one for us, a Freelander in immaculate condition that ticked all the right boxes. They were also very generous in their support of the work we do by making sure that the package they offered came inside our budget. We are delighted with our car and feel that the charity has made a new friend. We have no hesitation in recommending them. December 2013
- Rural Coffee Caravan
03-02-2015
I bought a car from Simon 9 months ago and founds his level of service exceptional. My technical knowledge of cars is limited, I only really cared about colour and practicality! He gave me no nonsense, non salesy, honest and helpful advice. My Saab estate is reliable, practical, good value for money and it's performance and efficiency is exactly as Simon told me it would be. I would not hesitate to recommend Simon Shield Cars to would-be car purchasers.
- Sophie Grimes
27-01-2015
I knew the car I wanted and found one in stock with Simon Shield. Living a long distance away, I relied upon the opinion, description and advice provided by Simon, all of which was 100% correct. The car was exactly as described when I saw it 'in the flesh' for the first time (to collect it!) and has exceeded all expectations. The whole buying process and transaction was carried out in a timely and professional manner. I would recommend Simon Shield Cars Ltd without hesitation.
- Timothy Salter
27-01-2015
Just a short post here to thank Simon Shield for spending a lot of his time advising me and my wife on a possible car purchase today. We've been umming and ahhing over replacing the main family car this year and this morning we went to take a look at one that could well be what we replaced it with. In the end we've decided to stick with the one we have (and spend some money fixing a few things). But we're only able to make that decision based on the expert advice of someone who stood to benefit from persuading us to buy a new vehicle from him. He didn't actually advise us not to buy a car from him of course, but he was clearly being very honest in his assessment of our existing vehicle, what it needed doing to it, what it was worth if we didn't spend that money and so on. Come the time when we do decide to buy a new car, I'd be happy to buy it from Simon Shield Cars. http://philarcher.org/diary/2012/simonshield/
- In Praise of Simon Shield Cars
27-01-2015
BMW 330Ci survived its 2000 mile road test, and we are very happy. Today she arrived 'home', covered in dead flies... now she sleeps in the garage! Best regards, Tony & Jane, May 201
- Tony & Jane
27-01-2015
I was initially attracted to SSC through the Autotrader advert as well as the accompanying video presentation of the vehicle. Upon inspection, it was certainly a case of 'words and figures' adding up! The car was exactly as described. Although the Jeep was my principal interest, Simon had readied a similar vehicle for comparison which was well judged and helped me to make my decision. There was no issues with the 3 test drives that I took, Simon was prompt and his vehicle knowledge was excellent. On the odd occasion that he was unsure, he quickly provided clarity from reference to relevant records and was very attentive throughout. A broad view of SSC's forecourt evidenced a quality selection of used vehicles, all with relevant accompanying history. I would not hesitate to recommend SSC to any prospective buyer.
- Purchase of Jeep Compass
27-01-2015