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TrustScore 4 out of 5

3.9

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Considering 41 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the helpful and professional staff for guiding them calmly through the vehicle purchase without any pressure. Many people genuinely appreciate the welcoming atmosphere, clear explanations, and overall pleasant environment from the moment they walk in. However, some customers also noted unexpected mechanical problems and faults developing shortly after driving their cars away. Some reviewers were not happy with the unresponsive service and reluctance to assist when trying to resolve these repair issues. A few buyers felt disappointed by the inflexible pricing and the poor overall approach experienced during negotiations.

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Product

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Service

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Quality

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Price

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

2nd car we've bought from Ponko. Toni, who sold the car was brilliant. Steve who saved the sale was fantastic, but some serious questions regarding the aftersales, but I would definitely buy again due... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

A huge shout-out to Steve, who was absolutely fantastic. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and professional throughout, and most importantly, there was zero pressure at any point. They took the time to... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Staff was amazing at reception. Did explained and provided me assistance on my decision.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Our sales rep Bogdan was very helpful, didn’t pressure us in any way and was very knowledgeable. Thank you

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  1. Car dealer

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Welcome to Ponko - Cambridge Car Dealer We have a huge selection of used cars to choose from, whether you're looking for your first car or a family car we will be able to find something that suits you. We have new stock arriving all the time, you can view our latest arrivals here or visit our show.


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3.9

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A problem occurred with the car but it…

A problem occurred with the car but it was dealt with professionally, checked and fixed quickly. A courtesy car given whilst being fixed. Very happy with service - thank you very much - would highly recommend!

7 May 2025
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Reply from Ponko

Thank you for your review. We’re sorry there was an issue, but we’re very glad our team could resolve it quickly and professionally. Providing a courtesy car and clear communication is part of the service we strive to deliver, and we’re pleased to hear you were happy with the outcome. Your recommendation means a great deal!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Came to ponko and had to get a new…

Came to ponko and had to get a new vehicle asap the sales rep Hayden was great and didn’t push anything allowed good time for us to discuss and decide and the front desk gentleman Richard was so helpful offered coffee and made sure I felt less anxious having not been through the experience he made sure I was well taken care of

3 May 2025
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Reply from Ponko

Thank you for taking the time to leave such thoughtful feedback. We're so pleased to hear that Haydn and Richard made the process smooth and stress-free for you. We understand how important it is to feel comfortable and supported, especially when making a big decision like purchasing a vehicle. It's great to know you felt well looked after—we’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to both of them. Enjoy your new vehicle!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Richard was very helpful very polite…

Richard was very helpful very polite and talkative. Great service all round

3 May 2025
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Reply from Ponko

Thank you for your kind words! We're glad to hear Richard made a positive impression with his helpful and friendly approach. We're proud to provide great service and appreciate your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Buy a car for first time

I brought a car from ponko a month ago had one prom lem sort within in 10 minutes had a courtesy car got my car back next day Haydn was very helpful profession thought out even l changed my mind 3 or 4 times very efficient kind listened to my request very helpful did all that he could he put my mind at easy l would highly recommend them l am very happy with my car

28 March 2025
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Reply from Ponko

Thank you for your feedback and for sharing your experience. We’re really pleased to hear that Haydn was supportive, patient, and professional throughout—even as you made a few changes along the way. It's great to know the issue was resolved quickly and that you were well looked after with a courtesy car. We’re glad you’re happy with your new car, and we truly appreciate your recommendation!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From the time I walked in I was made…

From the time I walked in I was made very comfortable till I drove of in a new car. From start to finish was very helpful and they even put fuel in the car. They helped me TAX it. 5 stars from craighutchison1970 YouTube.
Fantastic experience thank you I will definitely be back.

26 April 2025
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Reply from Ponko

Thank you, Craig, for the fantastic review and for sharing your experience! We're so glad to hear you felt comfortable and well looked after from the moment you arrived to the moment you drove off. It’s great to know our team could assist with everything—from fuelling up to getting your tax sorted. We truly appreciate your feedback, and we’ll look forward to welcoming you back in the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful, family feel

Anthony in sales was helpful and efficient when I bought my car.
Later Steve in the repairs team spent time investigating and repairing a fault. Excellent communication and he took the time to explain the work which has been carried out.
The Ponko team is friendly and has a family feel. A great place to find a new car.

25 April 2025
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Reply from Ponko

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're pleased to hear that Anthony made your car purchase smooth and efficient, and that Steve provided clear communication and care when addressing the repair. Your feedback means a lot, and we’re glad you found what you were looking for with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Richard was extremely friendly and…

Richard was extremely friendly and helpful - highly recommend

19 April 2025
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Reply from Ponko

Thank you for your kind words! We're glad to hear Richard made such a positive impression. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

So far so good

Bought my car today, staff very helpful and polite. Car was reasonably priced and beautifully presented and my drive home was a pleasure. So far so good.

17 April 2025
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Reply from Ponko

Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're glad to hear you had a positive experience and that your new car made the drive home a pleasure. It's great to know you felt supported by our team and that the vehicle met your expectations. We appreciate your kind words and hope you continue to enjoy the car!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

After purchasing a vehicle

After purchasing a vehicle. 10 mins up the road the warning light came on. I turned around and went straight back to the dealership who took it to the workshop. It came back with light off. I then made my long journey home from Cambridge to Cornwall. Only to find that within an hour the light had come back on. I was in no position to turn around for the second time due to the 6 hours journey home. Long story short. Ponko say they can only help me if I take the car back to their workshop in Cambridge! I find this totally unacceptable. The DBF filter can be replaced by a local garage to me in Newquay. I am guessing they dont want to pay out The £1000+ bill that has been quoted to me. So now I am turning to the Motor Ombudsman for support.

14 February 2025
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Reply from Ponko

Thank you for your feedback.

We’re sorry to hear that a warning light appeared so soon after purchase and that the issue has continued during your journey home. We understand how frustrating and inconvenient it is when a fault reoccurs and you are faced with a long distance to return to the dealership for support.

We also note your comments regarding the proposed repair process and communication around next steps. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great from start to finish

I met Haydn who dealt with my enquiry.He was very helpful and the process went very well.
I left with the car of my choice and hope it runs as well as it has so far.
Only had the car for one day but so far so good.
Thank you Haydn.

15 April 2025
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Reply from Ponko

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re glad Haydn was able to assist you and that you left with the car you wanted. We hope it continues to run smoothly and that you enjoy it for years to come. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything further. Thanks again!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service from start to finish…

Excellent service from start to finish test drive to payment great staff pleasure to deal with

12 April 2025
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Reply from Ponko

Thank you for your positive feedback. We’re delighted to hear you had an excellent experience from the test drive through to payment. It’s always a pleasure to assist, and we appreciate your kind words about our team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Richard was fantastic super friendly…

Richard was fantastic super friendly and welcoming and Hayden was also a great help thanks guys :)

12 April 2025
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Reply from Ponko

Thank you for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that Richard and Haydn provided such friendly and helpful service. We’ll be sure to pass on your thanks to both of them. Thanks again for choosing Ponko!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

We were both very pleased with the care…

We were both very pleased with the care that was taken by your salesman Aiden, he was very informative.

10 April 2025
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Reply from Ponko

Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that our salesman provided attentive and informative service. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to assisting you again in the future!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

What a BAD EXPERIENCE and BAD PURCHASE it turned out to be!

Great sales and customer service.
However after only 4 months, following a warning sign in the dashboard which was then fully checked, I have to do repairs worth almost £1,900 due to many faults found in the vehicle. And to add to the bitter taste, the expensive premium warranty I was so convincingly sold does not cover any of the faults.
I would have not expected these many faults after such a short period of time. I wonder how deep was the car checked before sold. Sad it is, really sad...

26 March 2025
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Reply from Ponko

We are sorry to hear about the faults you experienced after purchase. We aim to thoroughly inspect vehicles prior to sale, and it is disappointing to learn of your situation. Your comments regarding warranty coverage and vehicle condition will be reviewed.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Vibes and excellent customer…

Great Vibes and excellent customer service, Thank You James for assisting with all the documentation.

All the Best Team Ponko.

24 March 2025
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Reply from Ponko

Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that James provided excellent assistance with your documentation and that you enjoyed the great vibes at Ponko. We appreciate your support and look forward to helping you again in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have brought cars of this family run…

I have brought cars of this family run business fir many years there honest trustworthy and don't try to ripe you off they are always there to help if you have a problem I will continue to use them as my family and relatives have great service

19 March 2025
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Reply from Ponko

Thank you for your ongoing support. We appreciate your trust and are glad to hear you and your family have had positive experiences with us. We’ll continue to provide honest and reliable service whenever you need it.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Beware the Monday price review.

The premises are great, also all the people are helpful and polite. After the car was serviced, cleaned it presented very well. It also starts runs and stops well.

The disappointment came because I originally expressed interest in the car but it was not on site. It became possible to examine it just before the weekend. Over the weekend I became aware of the £99 reservation fee so on the Tuesday morning I paid Autotrader the £99 and asked Ponzo when I could collect the car and was told Thursday onwards (not convenient so we turned up on Friday). All good so we proceeded to purchase it only to find out that the price had gone up that Monday by an amount I had not noticed on the Tuesday. OK my fault. They said the management review prices every Monday
Now on Aufust 14

Having had an engine management light come on, I took the car to my local garage who analysed the problem as an intermittent fault with a sensor. I asked if I could photo the screen and I have the photos. I rang Ponko to ask for help. I was told that I must take the car to an independent garage and get a full written report and submit it to them, so I asked them that if the garage charges me for that report and the fault is accepted by you, will you refund that charge. Answer was no. If no report they would do the same test and charge me £106. Again with no refund. I said this was outrageous and they replied that this is the rules as per the leaflet I was given at purchase, (which I am pretty sure it was not).

My previous good report was in conflict with the general opinion of local people I have asked. I now suspect I may have been wrong.

The warranty company also has a website with reviews on it. They are not particularly good. Quite a lot of 1 star.

On Companies House it seems that the two directors of the warranty company Warranty Protection Limited are two of the three directors of Ponko Ltd. The third director of Ponko shares the surname and has the same address.

1 March 2025
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Reply from Ponko

Thank you for your detailed feedback. We’re glad you found our premises welcoming and the vehicle well-prepared after servicing. We appreciate your understanding regarding the availability and reservation process. Our prices are reviewed regularly, usually on Mondays, and we apologize if this caused any inconvenience or confusion. Your comments are valuable, and we’ll look at ways to improve communication around pricing updates. Thank you for choosing Ponko, and we hope you’re enjoying your car.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Patient and kind staff

All staff were patient and kind in all their dealings with me. I am very pleased with the video showing the appearance and condition of the car I have bought

11 March 2025
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Reply from Ponko

Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re pleased to hear our team was patient and helpful throughout your experience. It’s great to know the video gave you a clear view of the car’s condition. We hope you continue to enjoy your purchase and look forward to assisting you again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I contacted Ponko to purchase a car

I contacted Ponko to purchase a car, and I was extremely satisfied! The company's managers are professionals in their field: they helped me choose a car according to my wishes and budget, provided complete information about the condition and history of the car.

The paperwork was done quickly and without any hassle. The car was in excellent condition, fully consistent with the description. I really liked the approach to the client - it feels like the company values ​​its reputation.

I recommend it to everyone who is looking for a reliable car seller! I will definitely contact them again if I need a new car.

10 March 2025
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Reply from Ponko

Thank you for your detailed and positive feedback. We’re glad to hear our team was able to assist you in finding a car that met your needs and budget, and that the entire process was smooth and transparent. We take pride in providing reliable vehicles and valuing our customers’ trust. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to assisting you again in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

very easy to deal with and the whole…

very easy to deal with and the whole process was hassle free many thanks

10 March 2025
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Reply from Ponko

Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad to hear the process was easy and hassle-free. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to assisting you again.

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