Dealer Spotlight: P Connolly Car Sales & Repairs, Raphoe, Co. Donegal
P Connolly Car Sales & Repairs is an independent car sales and repair business in Raphoe, Co. Donegal. Here is what it offers, from car sourcing and finance to NCT preparation, body repairs and recovery, plus practical buying checks.
Quick Summary
- Who: P Connolly Car Sales & Repairs, an independent car sales and repair business at Coolaghey, Raphoe, Co. Donegal (F93 D9R3), which also lists a base in Tyrone.
- Established: the business says it has been trading since 2003, more than 20 years.
- What they do: used car and commercial vehicle sales, car sourcing, trade-in quotes, finance options, servicing, NCT/MOT/DOE preparation, tyres, body repairs with a spray booth, and a 24-hour recovery service.
- Contact: office 074 91 44890, mobile 087 803 4304. Saturday hours are 8am to 4pm for car sales; weekday hours start at 8am, but the closing time differs between pages of their website, so call ahead.
- On EcoSteer: you can browse P Connolly Car Sales & Repairs listings on their EcoSteer dealer page.
Buying a used car in the north west often means weighing up stock on both sides of the border, and a dealer that also runs a workshop can be a practical place to start. P Connolly Car Sales & Repairs is based at Coolaghey, just outside Raphoe in east Donegal, and combines car and van sales with servicing, body repairs and recovery on the same site. This spotlight sets out what the business offers, based on its own website, and adds a few checks worth making whenever you buy a used car in Donegal.
About P Connolly Car Sales & Repairs
According to its website, P Connolly Car Sales & Repairs has been established since 2003 and is based in Raphoe, Co. Donegal, and also in Tyrone. The business describes itself as working across many areas of motoring: sales, servicing, repairs and test preparation. It says its sales stock is regularly updated and that it supplies both private and commercial vehicles to customers.
The premises at Coolaghey, Raphoe (Eircode F93 D9R3) sit close to the Tyrone border, roughly between Letterkenny and Strabane. For buyers in east Donegal, the Finn Valley and the Inishowen side of the county, that makes it a short drive for a viewing or a service.
The website lists two phone numbers: the office on 074 91 44890 and a mobile on 087 803 4304. Opening hours on the contact page are Monday to Friday from 8am and Saturday from 8am to 4pm. The site footer lists weekday hours for car sales and repairs and states that Saturday is for car sales only. Because the weekday closing time is not the same on every page, it is sensible to phone before a late visit.
What P Connolly Car Sales & Repairs offers
The website groups the business into a handful of clear services. In its own words, the main ones are car sales, car finance, car servicing, car sourcing, body repairs and recovery.
- Used cars and commercials: recent stock on the site has included a car-derived van, a family hatchback and a double cab pickup, which reflects the mix of private and commercial buyers the business serves. Listings on the website show finance availability and a warranty period for each vehicle; check the exact terms for the car you are looking at.
- Car sourcing: if you have a specific vehicle in mind, you can fill in a sourcing form and the team will contact you. The sourcing page lists an inclusive VRT process, a warranty period, trade-in and finance options, and complimentary nationwide delivery as part of the service.
- Trade-in: the business offers trade-in quotations against any vehicle in its stock through a short online form.
- Finance: the website states that finance options are provided on all vehicles. As with any car loan or hire purchase, approval and terms depend on the lender.
- Servicing and test preparation: there is a full service workshop on site for private and commercial vehicles. The team can prepare a vehicle for its NCT, MOT or DOE test and can arrange the appointment. A collect and drop service is offered, and a courtesy car can be arranged where possible.
- Tyres: tyres can be supplied and fitted on site for cars and commercial vehicles.
- Body repairs: the business has added a custom-built heated spray booth and lists collision repairs, bumper scuffs, full resprays, colour matching, chassis alignment and free estimates. It also states that it is insurance approved.
- Recovery: a 24-hour recovery and breakdown service is listed, with local and nationwide assistance.
Buying a used car in Donegal: practical checks
Whichever dealer you buy from, a few simple steps protect you, and they matter even more near the border, where some cars have spent part of their life in Northern Ireland or Britain.
- Check the history. Ask for the car's service record and run a history check covering finance, write-off status and mileage. Our used car buying checklist for Ireland walks through each step.
- Imported cars need VRT. A car brought in from Northern Ireland or Britain must be registered in the State and VRT paid before it carries Irish plates. If a dealer handles this for you, confirm the car has its Irish registration. Our guide to importing a car from the UK explains the process.
- Look at the NCT date. Check when the car's NCT is due and whether any items failed last time. If you are preparing a car you already own, our tips on passing the NCT first time cover the common fail points.
- Test drive on local roads. Donegal's back roads are a good test of suspension, steering and brakes. Listen for knocks over rough surfaces and check the car pulls up straight.
- Get warranty and finance terms in writing. Ask what the warranty covers, for how long, and what you need to do to keep it valid. For finance, compare the total cost, not only the monthly figure.
- Know your rights. When you buy from a dealer, the car should be of satisfactory quality and fit for purpose. The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission explains your rights on its website.
If you are comparing models, our guides to the SEAT Leon, Peugeot 208 and Volkswagen Golf set out what to look for on popular used hatchbacks.
Find P Connolly Car Sales & Repairs on EcoSteer
P Connolly Car Sales & Repairs is a member dealer on EcoSteer, the Irish used car marketplace for every fuel type. You can see their current cars on the P Connolly Car Sales & Repairs on EcoSteer dealer page, compare them with other cars for sale in Donegal, or browse used Peugeot, used SEAT and used Mitsubishi listings across Ireland. Prices and stock change week to week, so check the live listings and contact the dealer to arrange a viewing.
Elsewhere in the county, we have also profiled S&R Motors in Donegal Town.
Frequently asked questions
Where is P Connolly Car Sales & Repairs?
The business is at Coolaghey, Raphoe, Co. Donegal, F93 D9R3. Its website also mentions a base in Tyrone.
Does P Connolly Car Sales & Repairs offer finance on used cars?
Yes. The website states that finance options are available on all vehicles. Approval and terms depend on the lender, so ask for full details before you commit.
Can P Connolly Car Sales & Repairs prepare my car for the NCT?
Yes. The service page says the team can prepare vehicles for the NCT, MOT or DOE and can arrange the test appointment. A collect and drop service is also offered.
Can they find a specific car for me?
Yes. The car sourcing service lets you send details of the vehicle you want through a form on their website, and the team will contact you. The sourcing page mentions an inclusive VRT process, trade-in and finance options.
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