Big Motoring World - Peterborough Reviews 

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

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Big Motoring World, Padholme Rd E, PE1 5XL Peterborough, GB


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

the sale person was so bad in every way he thought i had to buy as no where else was cheaper so im paying more for a better service bad sales means bad all over service absolutely terrible only intere... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Bought a ten month old car only to by sheer luck 37 days later find out it had what appeared to be extensive accident damage that had been covered up resulting in the gearbox being on the verge of fai... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is the 4th time I've purchased a car through Big Motoring World because it's so easy and straightforward with these guys. They have a huge selection of cars and excellent after sales support. The... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Denzil was really helpful and really looked after us we asked lots of questions and he always answered with a smile on his face thank you Denzil for your help 10/10

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We supply thousands of cars a month to customers across the UK. We strive to ensure all of our customers are over the moon and with a car that puts a smile on their face.


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  • Big Motoring World, Padholme Rd E, PE1 5XL, Peterborough, United Kingdom

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I was about to buy a 5 year old…

I was about to buy a 5 year old electric car but had to withdraw from the purchase as they told me they were unable to give me the details of the current state of the battery. This is, of course, very important on any EV, particularly a 5 year old one. The battery should have been between 90 and 95% - but only to be told it would be 80% or higher just wasn’t good enough - and then to be told they couldn’t charge it more than 50% on day of pick up- when I would have had a fairly long journey home was the final straw. It’s not like a petrol or diesel car where you can go to a garage and fill up quickly. I bought elsewhere.

5 April 2026
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Reply from Big Motoring World - Peterborough

Hi Sue,

Thank you for your feedback.

We’re sorry to hear that you decided not to proceed with your purchase. We completely understand how important battery health and charge level are when buying an electric vehicle, and it’s clear we didn’t provide the level of information or reassurance you needed.

We also appreciate your concerns regarding the charge level at collection, particularly with a longer journey planned. This is something we should manage more effectively to ensure customers can drive away with confidence.

Thank you for your comments, they highlight areas where we need to improve, and we will be reviewing this internally.

Kindest Regards,
Big Motoring World

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I came in store today and was seen by…

I came in store today and was seen by Kieran he was an absolute pleasure so polite and helpful I couldn't recommend a better sales executive. Thank you so much again

12 April 2026
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Reply from Big Motoring World - Peterborough

Hi Maddi,

Thank you for your 5-star review!

I will pass along your lovely feedback to Kieran and the team at Fengate!

Kindest Regards,
Big Motoring World

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Good selection of cars.

Good selection of cars.
The car i purchased is great, I couldn't find a fault and it was very competivly priced.
I was disappointed that they didn't honour the online valuation and offered me the trade in value of a poor condition car even though the car was in great condition and very low mileage, I did manage to bump up the value with some haggling.
I was a little confused being passed on to different departments at every step.
I felt pressured into taking add ons and had to decline several times.
I paid the balance cash and got the feeling that the staff were unhappy (probably lack of comission)
After purchasing the car it then became apparent that the car could not be taxed online, I was given the address of a local post office and told I would have to sort this myself.
Overall very happy with the car but the process was stressful

4 April 2026
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Reply from Big Motoring World - Peterborough

Hi M Reynolds,

We’re really pleased to hear that you’re happy with your car and that you found it competitively priced with a good selection available, that’s exactly what we aim to deliver.

However, we’re sorry to hear that parts of the purchasing process left you feeling disappointed and stressed. In particular, your experience with the trade-in valuation is not what we would want for our customers. While valuations can sometimes change following an in-person appraisal, this should always be clearly explained and feel fair and transparent.

We also regret that the process felt confusing with multiple handovers between departments. We understand how this can make the experience feel disjointed, and we are actively reviewing how we manage customer journeys to ensure a smoother, more consistent service.

It’s especially concerning to hear that you felt pressured into taking additional products. Our intention is to inform, not to pressure, and your feedback will be shared with the team to reinforce the importance of a respectful and customer-led approach.

Regarding the taxing of your vehicle, we apologise for the inconvenience caused. We appreciate that this added an unnecessary complication at the final stage of your purchase, and we will review how we support customers with this process going forward.

We’re glad that, despite these issues, you are happy with your car. Thank you again for your honest feedback, it’s invaluable in helping us improve the overall experience we provide.

Kindest Regards,
Big Motoring World

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Was really helpful with the looking…

Was really helpful with the looking around the cars and helping decide what I wanted there was a lot of waiting round and trying to get ahold of the after sales team is abit of a nightmare. Apart from that the team are extremely helpful and accommodating

31 March 2026
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Reply from Big Motoring World - Peterborough

Hi Kurt,

Thank you for your review.

Its great to hear that you found the team to be helpful during your visit.

I do apologise that you found you were waiting longer than expected and had trouble getting in touch with the Sales Team.

Kindest Regards,
Big Motoring World

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Awful salesman

Awful salesman. Liked the car but refuse to buy from the salesman who knew nothing additional about the vehicle and wasn’t willing to try and help. Just wanted the sale.

2 April 2026
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Reply from Big Motoring World - Peterborough

Hi,

I am so sorry about your disappointment with the sales advisor during your visit. I have passed this on to Management at Fengate so that this can be reviewed internally. Additional training will also be provided where necessary to ensure we provide a better service going forward.

Kindest regards,
Big Motoring World

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Polite staff. Smooth process

Polite staff. Very professional and helpful. Ensured the process went smoothly

31 March 2026
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Reply from Big Motoring World - Peterborough

Hi Charlene,

Thank you for leaving us a 5-star review!

I will pass along your lovely feedback to the team!

Kindest Regards,
Big Motoring World

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Positive experience given the low bar of used car sales.

A lot of the appointment seems to centre around their website. Which is fine, but what's the advantage over just looking at stuff online? Obviously you should see the car and test drive it before you buy but there was a lot of waiting around going through options that weren't relevant to my goal.
That said, the people were very friendly and helpful and I imagine some of this is out of their control. There could be more trust given to customers that they've done their due diligence and don't need hand holding through the whole process.

4 April 2026
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Reply from Big Motoring World - Peterborough

Hi Mr and Mrs Hudson,

Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback. We're glad you found our team friendly and helpful. We'll review the appointment process to ensure we're respecting our customers' research and time, and better balance online information with the in-person experience. Thanks for your insights.

Kindest Regards,
Big Motoring World

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Sold GOV recall notice vehicle

I was purely subject of trade to complete the sale. No one tried to help, but sell me a car without being honest about its real condition.
We were buying vw id4.
I noticed my boy couldn’t open the door at the beginning. Didn’t pay much attention to it as I never had electric car before, though he touched it differently.
Next day after purchase, none could open the doors except the driver. For several days I am opening doors from inside. This model with my plate number is on government recall notice for safety issue regarding opening doors. 92000 cars were recalled.
How did they complete 200 points safety inspection, if im unable to open doors? They clearly lied about it and wanted to get rid of it , because someone accidentally accepted vehicle to their inventory.
I was offered bunch of discounts. Great, but now i understand why. I had to go Volkswagen main business and claim recall notice. Now im waiting for appointment so they can investigate. And than I have to go through all the hustle to get it fixed. Already paid insurances, care, warranty and road tax, so have to do it at all costs.
Thanks BigMW Peterborough for nothing

28 March 2026
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Reply from Big Motoring World - Peterborough

Hi Tomas,

We’re very sorry to read about your experience and the concerns you’ve raised following your purchase.

What you’ve described, particularly regarding the door functionality and the safety recall, is understandably worrying and not the experience we want any of our customers to have. We take vehicle preparation and our inspection process extremely seriously, and it’s disappointing to hear that you feel this fell short in your case.

We also regret that you felt unsupported during the sale and that the condition of the vehicle was not clearly communicated. Transparency and customer care should always come before completing a transaction, and we’re sorry this wasn’t reflected in your experience.

Regarding the recall you’ve mentioned, safety-related manufacturer recalls are handled through authorised dealerships, as you’ve done, but we fully appreciate the inconvenience and disruption this has caused you, especially so soon after purchase.

Your feedback has been shared with our management team so we can review both our inspection procedures and sales process, including how vehicles with known or potential issues are handled before being offered for sale.

Kindest Regards,
Big Motoring World

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Staff were amazing

Staff were friendly and explained everything in detail, there was no rush and was straight to the point with everything

3 April 2026
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Reply from Big Motoring World - Peterborough

Hi Matthew,

Thank you for yur 5-star review!

I will pass along your lovely feedback to the team!

Kindest Regards,
Big Motoring World

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was a pleasure visiting this…

It was a pleasure visiting this dealer's site in Peterborough: customer facilities were very sleek, comfortable and well designed (free tea & coffee is a bonus); staff were very knowledgeable, engaging, friendly and helpful. Slightly higher prices than would be in private sale, but are justified by all the additional checks and warranties included for peace of mind. Bought my new car on the same day!

28 March 2026
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Reply from Big Motoring World - Peterborough

Hi Yulia,

Thank you for your 5-star review!

I am pleased to hear that you had a positive experience with us at our Fengate branch!

Kindest Regards,
Big Motoring World

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great after sales service

Charlotte was very prompt with replies. Charlotte clarified any queries and made the process easy for me. Charlotte was polite and friendly.

1 April 2026
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Reply from Big Motoring World - Peterborough

Hi Abdul,

Thank you for your lovely 5-star review!

I will pass on your feedback to Charlotte.

Kindest regards,
Big Motoring World

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Friendly Staff and Clear Guidance Throughout the Purchase.

I recently purchased a car from this dealership, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the experience. From the moment I walked in, the staff were incredibly friendly, approachable, and genuinely willing to help. They guided me through every step of the purchasing process, making what can often feel overwhelming into something smooth and straightforward.

What stood out the most was how clearly everything was explained. The team took the time to walk me through the entire process, answering all my questions with patience and professionalism. I never felt rushed or pressured, which made a big difference.

Additionally, the information provided on their website is excellent. The descriptions, details, and specifications for each car are clear, accurate, and very easy to understand. This made it much easier to narrow down my options before even visiting the dealership.

Overall, it was a great experience, and I would highly recommend this dealership to anyone looking for a hassle-free and well-supported car buying journey.

30 March 2026
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Reply from Big Motoring World - Peterborough

Hi Sam,

Thank you for your review. We're happy to hear that you had a smooth and straightforward car-buying experience. We appreciate your comments regarding our team's friendly and helpful approach, as well as the clarity of information provided. Thank you for recommending us!

Kindest Regards,
Big Motoring World

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Kept waiting for nearly 30 mins for a…

Kept waiting for nearly 30 mins for a pre-booked appointment. Not allowed to test drive the car without making a commitment to buy, which was never mentioned when we made the appointment. Wasted everyone's time.

29 March 2026
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Reply from Big Motoring World - Peterborough

Hi Ashleigh,

We regret that you waited so long and could not test drive the vehicle as expected. We'll review our booking and test drive policies to prevent this in the future. Thanks for your feedback.

Kindest Regards,
Big Motoring World

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good service very polite and helped us with some questions that we were concerned about Would recommend people to go have a look around and get a good deal

Good service very polite and informative
Very helpful with tax insurance cover and we have a cherished number plate was given the information about transferring it over to my new car

29 March 2026
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Hi Mr P Tustanowski,

Thank you for your review!

Kindest regards,
Big Motoring World

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Very pleasant experience

Staff were very friendly a knowledgeable.
Receptionist had a sales person ready for me straight away.
Quick and easy sale.
Very easy to book a viewing/test drive online.
Very modern and well maintained facility with a wide range of cars.
The only downside was handing over the new car, there was a lot of waiting around inbetween seeing the car, completing V5 and tax to then driving away.

27 March 2026
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Reply from Big Motoring World - Peterborough

Hi Nick,

Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback and are happy to hear you found our staff knowledgeable and the process quick. We will address the handover waiting times to improve the experience.

Kindest Regards,
Big Motoring World

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Smooth and no pressure sales process

Smooth and no pressure sales process. Sales manager was very patient and knowledgeable too. 👍🏻

28 March 2026
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Reply from Big Motoring World - Peterborough

Hi Dean,

Thank you for your 5-star review!

Kindest Regards,
Big Motoring World

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Satisfied customer

Friendly. Attentive and thorough.

27 March 2026
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Hi Gil,

Thank you for your review!

Kindest Regards,
Big Motoring World

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was a great environment and very…

It was a great environment and very helpful with the paperwork side of thing a making sure I understand what I was singing before I did anything. The staff are very helpful.

19 March 2026
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Hi Tyler,

Thank you for your amazing 5-star review!

Kindest regards,
Big Motoring World

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a really great experience with…

I had a really great experience with Big Motoring World. The whole process was smooth and stress-free from start to finish. The staff were friendly, professional, and very helpful they took the time to answer all my questions and made sure I was comfortable with everything before making a decision.

There was a good selection of cars available, and I didn’t feel pressured at any point, which I really appreciated. Everything was explained clearly, and the service felt honest and transparent.

I’m very happy with my purchase and would definitely recommend Big Motoring World to anyone looking for a reliable and straightforward car buying experience.

13 March 2026
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Reply from Big Motoring World - Peterborough

Hi Katarzyna,

Thank you for your lovely 5-star review!

Kindest regards,
Big Motoring World

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