Car Dealers in Dublin: A Local Guide to Used Car Dealerships (2026)

Dublin has more car dealers than any other county in Ireland, from family-run used car forecourts to large multi-brand groups. This guide lists the Dublin dealers you can browse on EcoSteer today, the bigger dealer groups in the county, and the checks worth doing before you buy from any of them.

Quick Summary

• EcoSteer member dealers in Dublin range from brand main dealers with large used car stock to small appointment-only specialists.
• North and South Dublin both have strong clusters: the Long Mile Road and Naas Road corridor in the south-west, Sandyford and Stepaside in the south, and Santry, Swords and Fairview on the northside.
• Buying from a dealer gives you rights that a private sale does not: under the Consumer Rights Act 2022 the car must be of satisfactory quality, fit for purpose, durable and as described.
• If a serious fault appears in the first 30 days, you can reject the car and ask for a full refund.
• Compare dealers by stock, history checks, warranty and after-sales, not just price.

Table of Contents

• EcoSteer member dealers in Dublin
• Large dealer groups in Dublin
• How to choose a car dealer in Dublin
• Your rights when you buy from a Dublin dealer
• Frequently asked questions

EcoSteer member dealers in Dublin

These dealers list their stock on EcoSteer, so you can browse their cars, compare prices and contact them directly.

Dealer	Area	What they offer
Mooney's Hyundai	Long Mile Road, Dublin 12	Family-run Hyundai dealer selling new and used cars on the Long Mile Road since 1973, with car finance across the range
Carland Dublin	Dublin	Main KGM (formerly SsangYong) dealer, also offering over 100 used cars
Fairview Motors	Fairview, Dublin 3	Serving North Dublin motorists for over 40 years, with sales, finance and servicing
Baker Automotive	Santry, Dublin 9	Independent car sales and service, all makes and models
Paul Whelan Motors	Near Dunboyne, Dublin/Meath border	Quality used cars, stock updated daily
John Hayes Cars	Rathmines, Dublin 6	One of Dublin's longest-running family used car dealerships
Smart AutoMotive	Stepaside, Dublin 18	Hand-selected high-grade used cars sourced through main dealer suppliers
Southside Autolink	Kilternan, Dublin 18	Family-run since 2014; cars fully serviced with warranty; by appointment

You can see every dealer, their stock and their contact details on Find a car dealer (with their current stock), or browse all used cars in Ireland.

Large dealer groups in Dublin

Dublin is also home to several large multi-brand groups. They are a good option if you want a specific brand, an approved used car scheme or a large choice in one place. Listed alphabetically.

Group	Main Dublin locations	Brands
Joe Duffy Group	Several Dublin dealerships, including Porsche Centre Dublin at Charlestown (off M50 Exit 5)	One of Ireland's largest multi-brand dealer groups
Spirit Motor Group	Sandyford, with nine locations across Dublin and Wicklow	Jaguar, Land Rover, Volvo, Polestar, CUPRA, Ford, ŠKODA, SEAT
Windsor Motor Group	Windsor Belgard (Belgard Road, Tallaght, Dublin 24), plus Airside, Liffey Valley and Raheny	Nissan

Are you a Dublin dealer not on EcoSteer yet? Join the EcoSteer dealer network and list your stock.

How to choose a car dealer in Dublin

A good dealer makes the checks easy. Before you commit, ask for:

1. The Vehicle Registration Certificate (VRC) and confirm the details match the car.
2. The NCT certificate and history, and when the next test is due.
3. A history check covering finance, write-off and mileage.
4. The service history, with stamps or invoices.
5. The warranty in writing: what it covers, for how long, and who honours it.
6. The full price in writing, including any extras, before you sign.

Your rights when you buy from a Dublin dealer

Buying from a dealer gives you protections a private sale does not. Under the Consumer Rights Act 2022, the car must be of satisfactory quality, fit for purpose, durable and match its description, according to the CCPC.

• First 30 days: if a serious fault appears, you can reject the car and get a full refund.
• After 30 days: the dealer normally gets the chance to repair or replace first.
• Second-hand cars bought from a business carry the same rights; cars bought from a private seller do not (CCPC).
• Report faults in writing and keep emails, messages and notes of calls.

Frequently asked questions

Where are most car dealers in Dublin?

The biggest clusters are along the Long Mile Road and Naas Road in the south-west, around Sandyford and Stepaside in the south, and in Santry, Swords and Fairview on the northside.

Is it safer to buy a used car from a dealer than from a private seller?

A dealer sale is covered by the Consumer Rights Act 2022, so you can ask for a repair, replacement or refund if the car is faulty. A private sale does not carry these rights.

How long do I have to return a faulty car to a Dublin dealer?

For a serious fault, you can reject the car for a full refund within the first 30 days. After that, the dealer normally gets the chance to repair or replace it first.

How can I see a dealer's stock before I visit?

EcoSteer member dealers list their cars online, so you can browse used cars and find a dealer before you travel.

Sources

• CCPC — Buying goods
• CCPC — Consumer rights explained (cars)
• EcoSteer dealer profiles (October 2026)