Dealer Spotlight: Mooney's Hyundai, Dublin (Est. 1973)
Meet Mooney's Hyundai, a family-run dealer on Dublin's Long Mile Road since 1973, selling new Hyundai and used cars with servicing and finance.
Quick Summary
- Mooney's Hyundai (Mooney's Garage) describes itself as an Irish-owned and family-run business, based on the Long Mile Road in Walkinstown, Dublin 12.
- The Mooney family has been selling cars on the Long Mile Road since 1973, and the business has represented Hyundai in Ireland since 1998.
- It sells new Hyundai models alongside used cars, with servicing, parts, finance (as a credit broker) and business leasing advice.
- A second Mooney's Hyundai dealership operates in Deansgrange, with a service centre in Sandyford, both in south Dublin.
Mooney's has been part of the Long Mile Road in south-west Dublin for over five decades, and today it is a Hyundai dealership selling new and used cars, with a service department on the same site. In this Dealer Spotlight we look at what Mooney's Hyundai offers, what to keep in mind when buying a car in Dublin, and how to find their cars on EcoSteer.
About Mooney's Hyundai
On its own website, Mooney's Garage describes itself as an Irish-owned and family-run business dedicated to new and used car sales. According to its About page, the Mooney family has been selling cars on the Long Mile Road in Dublin since 1973.
The dealership has represented Hyundai in Ireland since 1998, and it is listed on Hyundai Ireland's official dealer pages as Mooney's Hyundai Longmile Road. In late 2016 the business was appointed as a Hyundai dealer in Deansgrange, giving it a second sales location in south Dublin, also listed on Hyundai Ireland's dealer pages. It also runs a Hyundai service centre in Sandyford, just off the M50 at Junction 14.
The Long Mile Road dealership is at Walkinstown, Dublin 12 (Eircode D12 YKX4), a short walk from the Luas line according to the dealer. Its website lists the current Hyundai range, from the i20, KONA and Tucson (including hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions) to the Inster, IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 9, plus the STARIA van. Used stock is not limited to Hyundai, and the dealer says it covers petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric vehicles, with manual and automatic models.
What they offer
Based on the services Mooney's lists on its own website:
- New Hyundai sales: the current Hyundai range, including electric, hybrid and plug-in hybrid models, as listed in the new car section of its website.
- Used car sales: used cars at Long Mile Road and Deansgrange, covering makes such as Hyundai, Toyota, Kia and Volkswagen. The dealer states its used cars are inspected by its in-house engineering team before being offered for sale, and a free part-exchange valuation is offered on the used car pages.
- Servicing and repairs: Hyundai servicing, maintenance and warranty work carried out to manufacturer specification by Hyundai-trained technicians, with online booking. The Long Mile Road site has over 20 working bays and 4 quick-service bays. Mooney's also states that it is an approved Nissan and Honda aftersales agent, handling warranties, servicing and parts for those brands.
- Parts and valeting: genuine Hyundai, Nissan and Honda parts and accessories, plus a vehicle valet service.
- Finance: finance options for new and used cars. Mooney's states it is a credit broker and not a lender, and finance is subject to status.
- Business customers: the dealer offers advice on BIK, leasing and contract hire, VAT and financing for business buyers, and lists fleet and leasing services on its website.
- Disabled Drivers Scheme: advice on the scheme and on vehicle adaptations. The dealer states its showrooms are fully wheelchair accessible.
Opening hours at Long Mile Road, as listed on the dealer's contact page (always check before you travel, as hours can change):
| Department | Monday to Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | 09:00 to 18:00 | 09:00 to 18:00 | 09:00 to 14:00 | Closed |
| Service | 06:00 to 17:30 | 06:00 to 16:30 | Closed | Closed |
| Parts | 07:00 to 17:30 | 07:00 to 16:30 | Closed | Closed |
You can find full contact details for each location on the dealer's website at https://www.epmooney.ie/.
Buying a car in Dublin
Whether you are buying from Mooney's or any other dealer in Dublin, a few simple checks will help you buy with confidence:
- Check the NCT. In Ireland, cars must have their first NCT at four years old, then every two years, and every year once the car reaches ten years old. Look at the NCT certificate and its expiry date, and you can check when a car is next due on the official NCTS website.
- Ask for the service history. A stamped service book or dealer printout shows whether the car has been maintained on time. For hybrids and EVs, ask whether any battery health information is available.
- Take a proper test drive. Try the car on roads you know, including faster roads such as the M50 if you can. Listen for unusual noises, check the brakes and make sure all the electrics work.
- Get everything in writing. Make sure the price, any trade-in value, warranty terms and finance details are written down before you sign.
- Know your consumer rights. When you buy from a dealer, the Consumer Rights Act 2022 protects you. The car must be of satisfactory quality, fit for purpose and durable, and for a used car its quality should reflect its age and price. If a fault appears within 30 days of delivery, you can generally cancel the purchase without having to accept a repair. After that, the dealer should normally offer a repair or replacement. These rights are separate from any warranty, and private sales do not carry the same protection. The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has clear guidance on buying a car.
Find them on EcoSteer
Mooney's Hyundai is a member dealer on EcoSteer, the Irish car marketplace that lists cars of all fuel types, from petrol and diesel to hybrid and electric. You can browse their cars and get in touch through the Mooney's Hyundai dealer profile on EcoSteer.
Want to compare options across Ireland? Browse all available cars on EcoSteer and filter by make, fuel type and location.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Mooney's Hyundai located?
Mooney's Hyundai is on the Long Mile Road, Walkinstown, Dublin 12 (Eircode D12 YKX4). Mooney's also has a Hyundai dealership in Deansgrange and a Hyundai service centre in Sandyford, both in south Dublin.
Does Mooney's Hyundai sell used cars as well as new?
Yes. Alongside the new Hyundai range, Mooney's sells used cars at its Long Mile Road and Deansgrange locations, and its used stock is not limited to Hyundai models.
Can I get my car serviced at Mooney's?
Yes. Mooney's offers Hyundai servicing, repairs and warranty work, and states that it is also an approved Nissan and Honda aftersales agent. Services can be booked online through the dealer's website.
What are my rights if I buy a car from a dealer in Ireland?
Under the Consumer Rights Act 2022, a car bought from a dealer must be of satisfactory quality, fit for purpose and durable. If a fault appears within 30 days of delivery you can generally cancel the purchase, and after that the dealer should normally repair or replace the car. The CCPC website at ccpc.ie explains these rights in detail.
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