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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Lads were helpful over our multiple visits and telephone conversations. Top quality service, going above and beyond. Thank you Luis and the team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have bought several vehicles from Compact Cars and Vans over the years and have always found the service excellent. The staff are knowledgeable, and friendly and nothing is too much troubl... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bought a 9 seater Vivaro and collected it within a week. Walked us through financial procedures and made it easy to understand. Worked with us on timeline and even came in on their day off on the Sa... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

​While the initial car buying process was smooth, the after-sales support has been a major letdown. The warranty and care package pitched at the point of sale do not match the reality. I’ve been prom... See more

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  1. Motor Vehicle Dealer

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Welcome to Compact Cars And Vans The largest used Car & Van dealer in South Wales! Established in 2001, we have been providing our customers with the highest quality used cars and used vans and Campervans for over 20 years. Our wide range of vehicles has been carefully selected and our experienced team is dedicated to matching our customers with their perfect vehicle. We pride ourselves on a professional and personal approach, with a reputation for excellent customer service. We are a CarGurus Top Rated Dealer 2020 and Motonovo Extra Mile Award Winners 2021, we have also signed the AA Dealer Promise. We are audited every year to confirm our fulfilment of this highest level of customer service. This has enabled us to build a loyal customer base and earned hundreds of positive reviews from happy customers. Our customers can drive away with confidence as all of our vehicles are HPI checked, provided with a fresh service and a brand new MOT certificate, clear of any advisories. Our team of top technicians puts each vehicle through a comprehensive series of vehicle checks to ensure they are safe and in top condition. We also provide 12 months’ AA Breakdown Cover completely free as well as an award-winning warranty. If you’re looking to purchase a vehicle on finance, we have an experienced team of finance advisors on site. We work with a range of trusted finance partners which enables us to find you the best deal with options available from 7.9% APR. We can also offer part-exchange deals, or if you’re looking to sell your car we provide a hassle-free process that maximises the value of your vehicle. Browse our wide range of quality used vehicles online today or come and visit us at our dealership in Glamorgan where we have more than 100 cars and vans in stock. We’re conveniently located right on Junction 35 of the M4 and our knowledgeable team is here to help seven days a week.


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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top Service

The Lads were helpful over our multiple visits and telephone conversations.
Top quality service, going above and beyond. Thank you Luis and the team.

27 May 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Service and quality vehicles to suit all budgets.

We have bought several vehicles from Compact Cars and Vans over the years and have always found the service excellent. The staff are knowledgeable, and friendly and nothing is too much trouble.

We have always been impressed not just with the service but also the quality of the vehicles we’ve had.

So much so we are now on our second generation, with our son purchasing his first 2 cars from Compact too.

Fab team, fantastic service and quality vehicles at a great price with loads to choose from !

Can highly recommend 👍

2 May 2026
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Reply from Compactcarsandvans

Thank you so much for all your kind words Gaynor, its been a great pleasure in dealing with your family over the years!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top service provided by all staff

Top service provided by all staff. Highly recommend . Luis and Marc were ace👏🏻

24 April 2026
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Reply from Compactcarsandvans

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really pleased to hear you had a great experience with us.

Luis and Marc will be delighted to know they made such a positive impression. We truly appreciate your recommendation and your support.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience

Great experience, Luis was very helpful. I was nervous buying a second hand car as I had always financed from new but the experience was great. Thank you Luis and Compact Cars

19 March 2026
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Reply from Compactcarsandvans

Thank you Melanie for sharing your experience. We’re really pleased to hear that Luis was able to support you and help make the process feel comfortable, especially as it was your first time buying a used car.

It’s great to know you felt confident throughout, and we truly appreciate you choosing Compact Cars!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic experience

Fantastic experience purchasing a used car with Luis! Wasn't pushy at all, gave me plenty of time to look about and left me to it. Helped me get the best finance package I could get and gave me some solid advice regarding vehicles. Had my best interests at heart. Lovely team who care about their customers!! 5 stars and A+++. Thank you Luis and team!!

23 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Will continue going back to Compact Cars for new cars

Bought a 9 seater Vivaro and collected it within a week. Walked us through financial procedures and made it easy to understand. Worked with us on timeline and even came in on their day off on the Saturday to finish final paperwork with us. Whole family has bought most of there cars from Compact Cars and have had great results. Will come again for future cars with family and friends.
Excellent service.
Thank you Marc and Luis.

18 April 2026
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Reply from Compactcarsandvans

Hi Reka, Marc and Luis will be delighted to know their extra effort — including coming in on their day off — made a positive difference. It means a lot to us that your whole family continues to choose Compact Cars, and we truly appreciate your loyalty and recommendation.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

We purchased a BMW from Compact Cars on…

We purchased a BMW from Compact Cars on 25 March, and within days it became clear the vehicle had serious faults. What started as a simple battery issue turned into major repairs totalling around £1,700, with the car deemed unsafe to drive.

We contacted the dealer but were told there would be a three-week wait just for inspection, which wasn’t practical as we rely on the car daily. We had no choice but to carry out the repairs ourselves. The car had been in their possession for over a month before sale, so these issues should have been identified—especially as they claimed it had been serviced and had an MOT.

They refused to even look at photo evidence of the faults and repairs, and instead insisted on taking the car back for yet another attempt to fix it.
UPDATE: as of 6th of may we received Over £800 towards cost of the work after compact cars done nothing but mess my wife around told her it would take them two days rang in third days dean the after sales manager there is no after sales just lies after lies 2 days turn in to 6 days and then when he did respond he then passed the buck to the finance company who paid out less then 24hrs later.shocking company don’t go near that crossland either something definitely wrong with the wiring constantly required new lights when we had it for just over a year and the fuel economy on it is shocking crossland reg Cu67xrd stay well clear it will cost you a pretty penny light replacement and fuel! Dodgy cars and 100% dodgy company couldn’t give two sh*ts about the safety of there cars all they want is the money and your done for after that! Very good at sales if you want learn how to fleece someone these are the guys who do it best

25 March 2026
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Reply from Compactcarsandvans

Hi Shaun,

We’re genuinely sorry to hear that you feel this way, and we’re glad the finance company were able to support you quickly — we work closely with them and have a very good relationship, which is why many customers with adverse credit are referred to us for help.

However, we do need to clarify a few important points for accuracy.

The vehicle left us with a brand‑new MOT with no advisories, carried out by an independent third‑party testing station, along with our own pre‑delivery inspection. At the point of sale, there were no recorded safety concerns.

When issues were later raised, we offered to collect the vehicle at no cost and inspect it immediately. Under the Consumer Rights Act, the supplying dealer must be given the opportunity to inspect and diagnose any reported faults before repairs are carried out elsewhere.

As discussed in our recorded telephone conversation with both you and your partner, the process was clearly explained, including the legal requirement for us to inspect the vehicle first. You were advised not to proceed with external repairs until we had inspected it, yet you still went ahead.

Unfortunately, the repairs were completed by a third‑party garage before we were allowed to see the vehicle. By doing so, our legal right to inspect and verify the issues was removed, which meant we could not authorise or reimburse work that we had not seen, assessed, or approved. This was also confirmed by the finance company's dealer support team.

Despite this, and despite not being given the opportunity to inspect the car beforehand, you still received over £800 towards the costs — paid by the finance company, who we work with regularly and have a strong, positive relationship with.

We understand that car issues are frustrating, and we always aim to help wherever possible. But we also have to follow the correct legal process to ensure repairs are assessed properly and safely.

We wish you all the best going forward.

Compact Cars

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They didn't give me a car

11 April 2026
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Reply from Compactcarsandvans

Hi Thomas, we’ve checked our system and we don’t have any record of a customer under your name, nor any recent appointment or purchase matching the details provided.

If you believe this relates to us, please contact our team directly so we can look into it properly. We’re always happy to help genuine customers and resolve any concerns.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

​While the initial car buying process…

​While the initial car buying process was smooth, the after-sales support has been a major letdown. The warranty and care package pitched at the point of sale do not match the reality. I’ve been promised multiple callbacks regarding ongoing issues, yet I’ve received no communication.
​When trying to book a repair, I was told to leave the car indefinitely with no estimated timeframe. As a working family with only one vehicle for school runs and work, "we'll let you know when it's ready" isn't a viable solution. The lack of empathy for the customer’s logistics is disappointing.

1 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Bought my car from Luis. He was very polite and helpful. As a woman on my own I am not very comfortable in car garages, but he was great, putting me at ease, showing me a selection of cars and not pressuring me to buy at all. I got a car and part exchange on my old car at a price I was happy with. Very happy with his service, and the other salesman that assisted me on pick up day.

4 February 2026
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Reply from Compactcarsandvans

Thank you so much for your kind words Lana! From all of us at Compact Cars, we do hope you have many happy years to come with your vehicle!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service! Made buying a car an absolute pleasure that was stress free.

Customer service and attention to detail was top-tier. I highly recommend this company.

21 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

a big thank you to luis for helping me…

a big thank you to luis for helping me buy my Kia, very helpful and overall top bloke can’t fault him, will definitely buy my next car from you guys in the future 👌🏼👍🏻

10 February 2026
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Reply from Compactcarsandvans

Thank you so much for your kind words that we will pass onto Luis!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Bought a Ford Focus in February

Bought a Ford Focus in February with no service record.Company says they serviced the car. Just paid out £350 for a major service, where I was told nothing had been changed. On top, have another bill for £700 for repairs to bushes and seals.( Should have been picked up in MOT)Also nearly £500 because the Air Con does not work at all.
Not bad for a car that had been apperently had been Mot'd and serviced and only driven 1,500 miles since I bought it.. Tried to contact company twice, went to answer machine, left details but no return call.
Issue has now been put in the hands of Trading Standards

28 February 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Visited this business, after looking elsewhere and found they had several models of the car we were looking for. Dean was very nice and not at all pushy.
Prices were good and they put a brand new MOT on the car purchased.
I’d highly recommend them.

26 May 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bought my car from Compact just over a…

Bought my car from Compact just over a year ago so fair to say I've given it a good run before reviewing. Car is excellent with no issues at all. Compact put a new MOT on the car before I picked it up and changed the timing belt. Just passed it's first MOT since I bought it and only needed a tire. Service when choosing and collecting the car was superb

4 June 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Been getting cars from this garage for…

Been getting cars from this garage for a few years now. Brilliant guys. Just got a new car with Dean, he was very informative, professional and friendly! And made my decision and the transition over to a new car so easy! Wouldn’t go anywhere else! Fab company!

7 March 2025
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