Spradley Barr Ford. 4809 South College Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80525-3724 (888) 451-9540 (970) 206-8511. Fake Google reviews? You decide.
I have no idea why fake reviews on Google places bother me so much, but they do. I can understand a company that wants to promote their business, but having black hat Internet services post what appear to be completely fake reviews for the sole purpose of deceiving the public is nefarious in my opinion.
Now, if a company posts an actual review from a real customer under a made up google account, that’s no biggie to me. I am pointing out what we think are the pure blatant lies that appear in many (and I mean many) Google Places listings.
In fairness to the businesses, I am sending an email before posting what I consider the fake listings, and asking that they stop (if they are involved in paying for reviews). If it stops in a week or two, you won’t see any information here. Hey, a lot of small business owners make mistakes. The exception will be larger companies who know better, and specifically Car Dealships, who seem to lead the black hat parade on fake Google reviews.
So with that…. Lets start with Spradley Barr Ford. I have no relationship with them, and have never set foot in their show room, very much (I suspect) like the reviewers you are about to meet.
Here are there 5 recent reviews:
King_Zula – Jan 30, 2012
Brian was very helpful in my car buying experience. I have already recommend him to a coworker and hope to work with him again. 2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful? Yes – No – Flag as inappropriate
Markymark – Jan 28, 2012
I just recently purchased a truck at Spradley Barr and I don’t think that I could be any happier. The whole experience was great that Liked: Value, Service
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful? Yes – No – Flag as inappropriate
RBennett – Jan 27, 2012
I TYPICALLY DO NOT LIKE CAR DEALERSHIPS AND SALESMAN-BUT THIS EXPERIENCE WAS VERY GOOD. NICK WAS SUCH A PLEASURE TO WORK WITH AND SCOTT WAS AS WELL. THEY BOTH WENT OUT
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful? Yes – No – Flag as inappropriate \
The Beach House – Jan 25, 2012
Both John and Paul were knowledgable, professional, and courteous during the purchase of our F350 Super Duty XLT. We contacted Spradley Barr through our USAA Buying Service and were contacted almost immediately concerning the
0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful? Yes – No – Flag as inappropriate
SpitspatMollusk – Jan 23, 2012
I had visited several dealerships and shopped at more all over Colorado through the internet, and I got by far and away the best deal at Spradley.
Was this review helpful? Yes – No – Flag as inappropriate
Let’s take a look at the other businesses each has reviewed recently: I have shortened the actual reviews to save some page space, but please go look on the Spradley Ford Google places listing
King Zula: Bought from 4 different dealerships in a week!
Liberty Toyota 5115 New Car Drive, Colorado Springs, CO
– Jan 30, 2012
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful? Yes – No
Spradley Barr Mazda 2601 S College Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80525-2137
– Jan 30, 2012
very great service here every time
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful? Yes – No
Spradley Barr Ford 4809 South College Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80525-3724
– Jan 30, 2012
Brian was very helpful in my car buying experience
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful? Yes – No
Essex Motors 1 S Main St, Longmont, CO 80501
– Jan 26, 2012
Good, friendly people and got a great deal with a nice warranty on a 1998 4-Runner in great shape. It goes without saying “buyer beware” with used cars; if you aren’t well versed in vehicle wear and tear, always bring a used car to a trusted mechanic first.]
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful? Yes – No
Sunset Limousine 7268 Osceola Street, Westminster, CO 80030-5229
– Jan 24, 2012
I just wanted to give a thumbs up
Was this review helpful? Yes – No
Wow! He bought 3 cars in a few weeks! And loved all the dealerships! ( Bit wait there is more!)
Mary: Looks fine
RBennet: Bought two cars in Two Days!
Sleep Inn 12101 Grant St, Thornton, CO 80241
– Jan 30, 2012
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Spradley Barr Ford 4809 South College Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80525-3724, United States
– Jan 27, 2012
I TYPICALLY DO NOT LIKE CAR DEALERSHIPS AND SALESMAN-BUT THIS EXPERIENCE WAS VERY GOOD.
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful? Yes – No
Tequila Joes 11280 S Twenty Mile Rd # 103, Parker, CO 80134-4915
– Jan 27, 2012
Love this place and frequent there often – usually weekly. Staff is very friendly and service is great – we usually sit at the bar, so I’m not sure how the table service is, but I’m sure it’s just as good.
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful? Yes – No
Brandon Dodge on Broadway 5605 S Broadway, Littleton, CO 80121, United States
– Jan 25, 2012
I went into the dealership on a Saturday to purchase a Ram that I had viewed online. When I got to the dealership (5 hours earlier than my appointment), I…..
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful? Yes – No
International Passport Visas 1325 S Colorado Blvd # 604, Denver, CO, United States
– Jan 19, 2012
I have been using this
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The Beach House. Another Two Car purchases in Two Days!
Spradley Barr Ford 4809 South College Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80525-3724, United States
– Jan 25, 2012
Both John and Paul were knowledgable, professional, and courteous during the purchase of our F350 Super Duty XLT. We contacted Spradley Barr through our USAA Buying Service and were contacted almost immediately concerning the vehicle we were
0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful? Yes – No
Liberty Toyota 5115 New Car Drive, Colorado Springs, CO, United States
– Jan 25, 2012
I wanted to take a quick moment to express our sincere appreciation. We did all our research online and after visisting several local [Flag as inappropriate]
1 out of 2 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful? Yes – No
Lucinda Ann Lewis DDS 390 South Potomac Way, Aurora, CO 80012-2491
– Jan 17, 2012
Dr. Lewis once again exceeded customer expectations,
our child’s dental needs, (and sincerely wish that she could accept adults as patients, as we would seek her services as well!). Suffice it to say, Dr. Lewis is awesome!
3 out of 3 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful? Yes – No
Miracle Maids 6020 East 1st Avenue, Denver, CO 80220
– Jan 17, 2012
It is one of the best companies here in Denver, Colorado. The ladies work really good. It is really cheap. The workers are excellent.
1 out of 3 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful? Yes – No
Cottonwood Hot Springs Inn & Spa 18999 County Road 306, Buena Vista, CO 81211-9502
– Jan 17, 2012
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful? Yes – No
Spitspatmollusk. Two cars purchased in the same day from different dealerships!
Spradley Barr Ford 4809 South College Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80525-3724, United States
– Jan 23, 2012
I had visited several dealerships and shopped at more all over Colorado through the internet, and I got by far and away the best deal at Spradley. I knew what I wanted and for how much, including the value on my trade-in, and I was able to negotiate the recommend this dealership to anyone needing a new or used car
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Liberty Toyota 5115 New Car Drive, Colorado Springs, CO, United States
– Jan 23, 2012
I met Bob Matthews and Jeremiah Swartz through their eCommerce department. As Bob had our home phone number, he was unable to contact us on our trip down from Longmont to the Springs and we arrived to find that the Prius were were expecting was already sold. [Flag as inappropriate]
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful? Yes – No
Young People’s Learning Center 209 East Plum Street, Fort Collins, CO 80524
– Dec 22, 2011
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Abo’s Pizza of Centennial 7475-6 East Arapahoe Road, Centennial, CO, United States
– Oct 25, 2011
Absolutely the best pizza in Denver!!! Love the toppings and the crust. In addition, the staff is always friendly.
Was this review helpful? Yes – No
Check Out ORNO! 5 new cars in a Day! 2 from one place!
Liberty Toyota 5115 New Car Drive, Colorado Springs, CO, United States
– Jan 17, 2012
Everyone was friendly. I was greated immediately when I arrived. Since I was scheduled to have work that was recommended when I was there the previous week (I did not have the time to stay the previous week.), I was [Flag as inappropriate]
Colorado Springs Dodge 7455 Austin Bluffs Parkway, Colorado Springs, CO 80923, United States
– Jan 17, 2012
. We ended up purchasing two! I now am the proud owner of a Grand Caravan and my husband replaced his 2008 Ram pickup with a new Ram 1500 Big Horn.
2 out of 3 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful? Yes – No
Spradley Barr Ft. Collins 2601 South College Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80525-2137
– Jan 17, 2012
My wife and I purchased two 2010 cars from John and we are still amazed how hassle-free and non-pressured the transactions were. [Flag as inappropriate]
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful? Yes – No
Spradley Barr Ford 4809 South College Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80525-3724
– Jan 17, 2012
I recently purchased a used car through the dealership’s Internet Sales Department from out-of-state. From beginning to end the sales experience was well run. [Flag as inappropriate]
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful? Yes – No
Columbine Family Practice 7335 South Pierce Street, Littleton, CO, United States
– Jan 13, 2012
I really trust the doctors here. They are a
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If you continue to go through the reviews for Spradley Ford you will find the same trend over and over. Now there is no way I can positively say these are fake. I’ll let you decide. I am more than happy to discuss this with any representative from Spradley.
And just as a final quick note. I did a blog like this on another dealership a year or so ago, and was accused by a misguided local SEO, that I was doing so to solicited their business. So to be clear, I will never represent or do any Internet Marketing for any company listed in these alleged fake reviews, unless they can prove that I am wrong, and these are real. In which case, I will remove the blog and make my sincere apoligies.
More to follow.
It should also be noted that the other companies you see under these reviewers accounts may be innocent by standers, as the reviewer may be adding a few local reviews just to look more legitimate?
I love this post. I see it all of the time on car dealerships.
I saw one here in AZ that had 40 new reviews on new years eve for their service department..come on….that’s bs.
Here s a great fakey
Google Thorobred Chevrolet.