Victory Motors

rdk409 · 03-25-2007, 04:21 PM

Has anyone ever dealt with Victory Motors in Houston TX?

ChrisBennet · ChrisBennet's Garage

Welcome to the board!
I'm sure you'll find lots of threads on this if you do a search (generally not flattering of Victory).
-Chris

onlycafe · 03-25-2007, 04:35 PM

some very unhappy people have posted here and elsewhere about them. on the other hand i am sure they have some satisfied customers too, they just don't seem to be as vocal about it. do a search and see what you think.

Drdogface · Drdogface's Garage

Watch out for flood damaged cars...

Super_Dave_D · Super_Dave_D's Garage

Look elsewhere - trust me!

rdk409 · 03-25-2007, 05:24 PM

WOW! After searching I think I will look elsewhere. I have a friend that bought from him and talked very highly of them. He then resold his car back to him after two years and they guy gave him 2K less that what he originally bought it for.

Still, I see more negative things posted than positive. I will stay clear..

Groesbeck Hurricane · 03-26-2007, 02:40 PM

Take a look through the Pelican and Rennlist for sale lists. Check out the PCA websites. There are some good cars out there!! Post what you are looking for here, you'd be surprised how many cars are just not actively advertised!!!

rdk409 · 03-26-2007, 03:02 PM

Yea, I will. My Camaro sell feel through at the last minute this weekend, so now I have to hold off until I find another buyer...

Buffjamr · 03-26-2007, 03:39 PM

I had a very good experience with Victory. The car was exactly as described and exactly what I wanted.

They were very upfront and did everything I asked prior to my taking ownership. I did make a trip over there to drive and inspect the car prior to purchasing.

Others here have not had as positive an experience. Do a search and you'll get varied opinions. I would advise you to visit the dealership if you're serious about buying one of their cars.

I've had the car about a year and a half and it's still a joy.

mjshira · 03-26-2007, 05:04 PM

I would pass on them, over priced and too many people burned.

mtbguy · 06:10 PM

I really think it just depends on the car. I bought one from Victory a few months ago and it has given me no problems- it was low mileage, in excellent condition, as advertised. Sure, I have little improvements and things I want to do to it, but none that have to be done right now.

I did personally inspect/test drive the car before buying it, and would encourage anyone else to do the same. I drove mine 730 miles home the same day. My only problem was trying to figure out how to fill it up properly!

Overall, I think the people who have bad experiences are sometimes more vocal than those who have a good experience. I know I'm certainly that way when I have something go wrong.

For me, they went above the call of duty and did everything as promised. I may have been able to eventually find another car like mine from an individual if I wanted to look for six months, but for me I wanted to "get it done" and they do have some really nice low mileage ones.

If you really want piece of mind, but not as much fun, drive a Toyota Landcruiser. That's my other car semi-daily driver that is 100% bulletproof.

I'm sure people will flame me for saying this, but you can also buy a drivetrain extended 30 month warranty that would cover you against catastrophic problems that surfaced after having the car for awhile. Its cheap insurance as far as I'm concerened compared with a potential $8000 bill for engine rebuild.