Used car dealerAnkeny, IA

Ericson Auto

Buyer's Guide grade C · 148 public reviews · September 2026

Ericson Auto earns a C. 148 public reviews average 4.1 stars and 22.3 percent are one or two stars. That ranks it above 23 percent of graded dealers around Des Moines.

At a glance

Mixed. Many buyers were happy, but a real share were not.
Complaint share 22.3 percent, higher than the 14.3 percent typical near Des Moines
Reviewers mention tires most, in 23 reviews
Closed Sundays · Used car dealer

Why It Got a C

The star average is 4.1 from 148 public reviews. After the grade pulls it toward the national average, it counts as 4.12. 22.3 percent of reviews are one or two stars. To reach a B it would need an adjusted rating of 4.2 and a complaint share of 15 percent or less. How the grade works.

How the Stars Break Down

5 star108 73%

4 star7 5%

3 star0 0%

2 star2 1%

1 star31 21%

What Reviewers Talk About

The subjects that come up most in public reviews of this dealer, with how many reviews mention each one.

tires 23car repairs 8tire repair 4quality used cars 4honest dealer 3affordable vehicles 3honest owner 3rebuilt clutch 2brake repair 2car assessment 2

Buying From Ericson Auto

Ericson Auto is an independent used car lot. Independent lots range from excellent to poor, and the car in front of you matters more than the sign out front. Ask whether the car is sold as is and read the Buyers Guide sticker in the window. What as is means.

Whatever the grade, the grade is about the dealer. The car is its own question. Ask the dealer if an independent inspection is allowed before you sign. A good lot says yes.

Dealer Details

Address	314 SW Pleasant St, Ankeny, IA 50023
Phone	515-964-3200
Website	ericsonauto.com
Listed features	Oil changes, Service department, Sells used vehicles, Checks, Credit cards, Debit cards, Delivery, Veteran owned, Small business
Type	Used car dealer

Hours

Monday	12 PM to 7 PM
Tuesday	12 PM to 7 PM
Wednesday	12 PM to 7 PM
Thursday	12 PM to 7 PM
Friday	12 PM to 7 PM
Saturday	12 PM to 5 PM
Sunday	Closed

Common Questions

Is Ericson Auto a good dealer?

Ericson Auto earns a C in the PPI Auto Buyer's Guide. Mixed. Many buyers were happy, but a real share were not. The grade reads 148 public reviews averaging 4.1 stars, with 22.3 percent at one or two stars. It rates past buyers' experience with the dealer, not any single car.

Can I get a car at Ericson Auto inspected before I buy?

Yes. PPI Auto sends an inspector to the car on the lot in Ankeny. You do not have to be there. The inspection covers 122 points, a full OBD-II scan with readiness monitors, a road test and photos of anything found, and the report comes the same day. Ask the dealer to hold the car while it is checked.

How is the grade worked out?

It needs 20 or more public reviews. The star average is pulled toward the national average by 25 average reviews so a short record cannot jump the line, and the share of one and two star reviews sets a ceiling. The full method is on our grading page.

Is Ericson Auto open on Sunday?

Its listing shows it closed on Sunday. Hours change, so call before you drive over.

Other Graded Dealers Nearby

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