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Customer Reviews of Heritage Subaru Catonsville

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5 out of 5 stars

(4 reviews)


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Great Purchase

5 out of 5 starsby Faith on 08/01/2024

I had a great experience with Ezeckial Meeks! He was very knowledgeable and professional and made the entire process enjoyable. Even the general manager reached out to make sure everything went well and let me know I can come back anytime if I need anything. I’m glad I chose this dealership to buy a car from!
  • Hi Faith, thanks for your great review, and for giving our dealership such a high star rating! If you have any additional needs or questions, we will be more than happy to assist you! Safe travels!

    by Sue Tilly on 08/03/2024

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  • bad service

    1.4 out of 5 starsby joihtest2 on 08/21/2008

    Careless and incompetent technicians and the chaos management. I have been asked for initial $800 for some parts on my 2003 MPV, then eventually paid them $3800. They told me it can be finished in two weeks, but actually cost me more than one month. When driving home, I immediately found some smoke from engine, then next day went there. They told me they forgot to put on some caps. Also saw a couple of instances there that customers becoming furious since they just asked for money and more money.
  • Excellent Service

    5 out of 5 starsby grman665 on 03/22/2014
    updated 08/08/2025

    Although I had problems initially trying to call and get an appointment for an oil change, the actual service experience at Russel was excellent. It took me several non-answered calls just to get through to the service department. Once I actually arrived for my appointment everything was smooth and quick. I hope every future appointment is as good.
  • Purchase experience

    5 out of 5 starsby RICHINGOD on 08/29/2013
    updated 08/08/2025

    I just purchased my car from Russel Subaru. This is my 2nd Subaru Outback. I love these cars. I travel alot and I need the All Wheel Drive for different weather conditions. My Saleswoman was the best. Her name is May. She is patient, knowledgeable and well informed about the Subaru's. I would recommend anyone to her and this Dealership.
  • Another great experience

    5 out of 5 starsby roman_mip on 07/31/2013
    updated 08/08/2025

    I have been going to Russell Subaru since I moved down to MD and I have always been pleased with the service staff.
  • Regular Oil Change Service

    4 out of 5 starsby wlit on 11/12/2013
    updated 08/08/2025

    Appointment was make for regular oil change service. Due to Saturday rush, it took 1hr and 15 mins for oil change and car wash. Which is acceptable. Customer service was okay have room for improvement.
  • First Service Visit: a success!

    5 out of 5 starsby ahp4 on 10/25/2013
    updated 08/08/2025

    My first service visit to Russel Subaru was a complete success! I found a professional and courteous staff, prompt responses to questions and to my needs, from check-in through check-out....all hallmarks of the Russel family of auto services. Many thanks for a exceptionally pleasant experience!
  • Smooth and Fair Buying Experiance

    5 out of 5 starsby thematt2387 on 04/08/2014
    updated 08/08/2025

    The price i was quoted online is the final price I paid at the shop. No surprises and no added pressure to purchase. Great experience, this is my 2nd car purchased from Russel Subaru.
  • Excellent Service

    5 out of 5 starsby dave_mp on 08/20/2013
    updated 08/08/2025

    I have always received prompt and accurate service from Russel Subaru. All appointments have been on time, any time I have had to "drop in" I have been accommodated in a reasonable time. Will continue to use Russel Subaru for all services.
  • New to Russel Subaru

    5 out of 5 starsby bev23 on 10/09/2013
    updated 08/08/2025

    I couldn't be happier with my Outback and the service visit this week.
  • Subaru Service on 10/30/13

    5 out of 5 starsby FatherSubaru on 11/01/2013
    updated 08/08/2025

    Great Staff of people willing to accommodate my needs and responsive to my concerns.
  • Service

    5 out of 5 starsby retiree4 on 01/05/2014
    updated 08/08/2025

    I was very satisfied with the service of my Forester.
  • January 28, 2014

    4 out of 5 starsby ssinmd on 01/30/2014
    updated 08/08/2025

    Although the service members are friendly and the mechanic is excellent, no attention was paid to the fact that I had made an appointment for 7:45AM. My car sat outside until the gentleman in the parts department helped me. Furthermore, I believe that the labor charges are outrageous. For example, I was charged $30 to change a $5 bulb.
  • Service on my subaru Forrester

    5 out of 5 starsby froydisheller on 11/12/2013
    updated 08/08/2025

    I have always been pleased with Russel Subaru and it is the only place I have taken my car since 2003. Thanks
  • Very Pleased

    5 out of 5 starsby rcjohnnie on 04/02/2014
    updated 08/08/2025

    I didn't have a scheduled appointment and wasn't even able to bring the vehicle in for service until after lunch. What I requested was completed within 2 1/2 hours!
  • oil change

    4 out of 5 starsby tiger83 on 11/15/2013
    updated 08/08/2025

    people very nice and efficient. I liked that the car was vacumed.
  • Botched oil change

    1 out of 5 starsby mr_sparkle on 01/15/2011
    updated 08/08/2025

    An oil change is pretty simple, so I thought. I guess I am the sucker for taking my car to the dealer for a simple oil change. Even jiffy lube wouldn't have screwed up this bad (and would have been cheaper!). On the ride home from the dealer after the oilchange I noticed that the car smelled faintly like burning oil. No big deal, I thought, they probably just spilled some oil on the engine while filling it up, and it will go away soon. After about 2-3 days, when the smell still had not gone away I popped the hood to take a look. What did I find? The oil cap was missing! They had actually forgotten to put the cap back on the engine after adding the oil. My pisons were exposed to the open air, and when the car was running it was spewing oil out of this gaping hole in the said of the engine. Completely ridiculous and unprofessional. When I called, they did tell me it was "Safe to drive" and to bring it back and they would replace the missing cap and inspect it to make sure everything was okay. Still, I will never go to this dealer for service again. That kind of negligence in a simple oil change is completely unacceptable.
  • I won't go anywhere else from now on

    5 out of 5 starsby barry76 on 12/04/2013
    updated 08/08/2025

    The service department is first rate. Helpful, friendly, fast, and competitively priced. I've had 3 years of good experiences at Russel and no long consider going anywhere else for my service and repairs.
  • 120,000 mile service

    5 out of 5 starsby ColumbiaMike on 10/08/2013
    updated 08/08/2025

    I recently had Russel Subaru perform the 120K mile service on my 2005 Subaru Outback. In addition, I asked them to repair a few minor problems of the kind that crop up with a car of this age, such as repairing a broken fuel door release. All work was done well, completed in a timely manner, and for less than the original price quote. Everyone I met at the dealership had a very helpful attitude, and did their job efficiently. I will be back!
  • Good deal, good dealer

    5 out of 5 starsby abendego on 01/18/2012
    updated 08/08/2025

    I purchased a 2012 Impreza from this dealer. The price was fair and they accepted the Edmunds value of my trade. A few days after the purchase, they called to see if I had any problems, questions, issues.
  • Still happy with Russell's...after all these years! :)

    5 out of 5 starsby Popps on 11/21/2013
    updated 08/08/2025

    I've said this before. I travel from Timonium to Catonsville because of the personal and efficient service I receive at Russell's. Simply put, if you ever lose Adrienne C., Bob H., and Steve S...I'm going elsewhere. They have treated me like family over the years and always put me into a quality car, maintain it with professional level service, and see to it that I can get an appointment when something goes wrong. They are quick to respond never seem annoyed that I call. As a result I've developed a deep sense of trust in dealing with Russell Automotive. Recently, I've become acquainted with a few others at Russell who are very friendly as well. But, these three members of your staff have given me a strong sense of security that I am driving a safe, efficient and quality vehicle. This is service I don't mind paying for. This is a dealership I don't mind driving across town to do business with, even though there's a Subaru dealer within a mile of my apartment in Timonium. Thanks again and much appreciation to Adrienne, Bob, and Steve for all you've done for me over the years.
  • excellent salesperson, so-so finance service

    4 out of 5 starsby mll2 on 12/06/2013
    updated 08/08/2025

    We had a great experience working with Mr. Yong L., the sales rep, to buy our car. He's really knowledgeable, patient, and helpful. He deserves a 5-star rating. But the lady in the finance department didn't mention anything of their advertised interest rate although we have a very decent credit record. If we hadn't asked for it, she would have given us a 2.99% rate instead of the advertised 0.99% rate. So be very careful with the rate on your paperwork if you want to use their loan service. One star was deduced because of this bad experience.
About our dealership

Offering Maryland drivers an extensive selection of new and pre-owned vehicles for sale, Heritage Subaru Catonsville is excited to assist you with your vehicle search. With exclusive trade-in incentives, an onsite service center and convenient online purchase options, we’re committed to making your ownership experience exceptional. If you can’t find what you’re looking for in our inventory, please reach out and we’ll be happy to find it for you!