What’s it like to buy a Honda at this Panama City store?
Most shoppers start by comparing Honda dealers, the way you would in a bigger city. Panama City has one Honda franchise, and we are it.
We’re Group 1 Honda Panama City, formerly Honda of Bay County, and we hold 4.6 stars across 3,345 Google reviews, 83% of them five star. Courteous staff is the topic our reviewers raise most, 119 times. In a city with one Honda store, the real question is how we handle you.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Panama City. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
Panama City has one Honda franchise, formerly Honda of Bay County
Group 1 Honda Panama City, at 3601 E 15th St, is Honda’s franchise in the city. We used to be Honda of Bay County, and we’re now part of Group 1 Automotive. It is one store under two names.
The nearest Honda stores sit in other markets: Gary Smith Honda in Fort Walton Beach to the west and Proctor Honda in Tallahassee to the east. A Bay County buyer who wants a Honda franchise, Honda service, or certified pre-owned Honda inventory doesn’t have to leave the county. That also means you aren’t playing us against a second Honda lot down the road. You’re deciding whether you trust one store, so we point you to our reviews first.
Courteous staff is what our Google reviewers raise most
Reviewers name people and describe how they were treated. In an April 2026 Google review, Brett M. wrote about a used purchase: “They did what they said and kept to the deal, no games, no gimmicks, no pressure.” That is the record to read, because one store means one team.
Courteous staff leads every topic in our reviews, ahead of oil changes at 84 and the car buying experience at 65. Brett also named who looked after him: “From first inquiry to final paperwork, Matt Tomasello took great care of us and treated us like we were long time friends.” Reviews that name a person and a step in the sale tell you more than a star count does.
Shop new, used, and certified Honda online or on 15th Street
Most buyers want both the screen and the showroom. 63% of recent buyers said blending online and in-dealership steps is the ideal way to buy, against 28% who wanted an all-online process (Cox Automotive, 2026). We built our process around that mix.
You can browse online or walk the lot on East 15th Street, and three kinds of Honda are waiting in both places.
- New Honda. The CR-V, HR-V, Pilot, and Passport, the Civic and Accord, the Odyssey and Ridgeline, and the all-electric Prologue.
- Used. Used vehicles from many makes in one Panama City store.
- Certified pre-owned. HondaTrue Certified covers 2021 to 2026 vehicles under 80,000 miles. It adds seven years or 100,000 miles of powertrain coverage, a 182-point inspection, and a $0 deductible on covered repairs (American Honda Motor Co., 2026).
Honda’s own 2026 starting prices give you a floor to plan around.
| Model and trim | National starting MSRP | Key spec |
|---|---|---|
| Honda Civic Sedan LX | $24,695 | 150 hp |
| Honda HR-V LX (FWD) | $26,500 | 55.1 cu ft max cargo |
| Honda Accord LX | $28,395 | 192 hp |
| Honda CR-V LX (2WD) | $30,920 | 76.5 cu ft max cargo |
| Honda Pilot Sport (2WD) | $42,395 | Seats up to 8 |
| Honda Odyssey EX-L | $42,795 | Seats 8 |
These are national starting MSRPs, before freight, tax, title, license, and dealer fees. They aren’t local prices. What you pay is the price on the specific vehicle you pick.
Get your trade value and pre-approval before you arrive
Walking in without your trade number is how a good day goes sideways. 28.2% of trade-ins in July 2025 involved negative equity, with buyers owing an average of $6,902 above the vehicle’s value (Edmunds, 2025). Knowing where you stand first changes the whole conversation.
So we put the trade valuation online. You enter your vehicle, you get a value, and it applies toward the purchase.
Financing works the same way. Financing was used in 80.5% of new vehicle purchases in Q1 2025 (Experian, 2025), so most of you will need it. You can apply for pre-approval online, before you pick a car, and finish the paperwork when you come in.
See price and terms on a specific vehicle, with no pressure
Florida law is plain on the number you see first: the advertised price must include all fees or charges the customer must pay (Florida Statutes s. 501.976, 2026). We sell at market pricing and keep no fixed price list, so the number that matters is the one on the exact vehicle you chose. Our promise is a straight answer on price, trade value, and financing.
Ask for every line before you agree. Florida sets no cap on the dealer documentary fee, and the statute requires dealers to disclose it on the paperwork. Bay County adds a 1% discretionary surtax on the first $5,000 of the price (Florida Department of Revenue, 2026), so that part of the tax is the same on a $25,000 car and a $50,000 one.
We guide, we don’t sell. That means price and terms come first, and you decide at your own pace.
Finish in store, or buy a new Honda online through AcceleRide
You can close the deal two ways. Come to East 15th Street and finish in person, or buy a new vehicle online through AcceleRide and have it delivered. AcceleRide covers new vehicles. Used and certified pre-owned purchases finish in store.
Either way, the work you did earlier carries over. Your trade value, your pre-approval, and the price on your chosen vehicle are already settled, so the last step is paperwork. If you’d rather shake a hand, we’re at 3601 E 15th St.
The service drive keeps the relationship going after the sale
Dealers wrote more than 276 million repair orders in 2025 (NADA Data 2025). Ownership runs through the service drive, and in a city with one Honda franchise, ours is where Honda service happens.
Our reviewers talk about it constantly. Oil change comes up 84 times, tire rotation 48, and car repair 46. In an April 2026 Google review, Stacey R. wrote: “After inspecting the car, they told me I didn’t actually need some of the services and didn’t charge me for them.”
Ellen H. described the visit from start to finish in a May 2026 Google review: “It was amazing from scheduling my appointment online to checking in to communication during the appointment.” The service drive is busy, so an appointment beats a walk-in. Book online before you need the work.
How to shop a one-store, Honda-only dealer in Panama City
We sell Honda, and we run one rooftop. What you see is one store’s inventory, so ask us what’s on the lot and what’s coming. You’ll get a straight answer.
| Your situation | What to do | Why it works |
|---|---|---|
| You want a new Honda | Pick the model online, then ask about that exact unit | Price and terms are shown on a specific vehicle |
| You want used or certified | Ask for HondaTrue Certified units under 80,000 miles | Certified adds seven years or 100,000 miles of powertrain coverage |
| You have a trade | Value it online before you visit | The value applies toward your purchase |
| You’re still choosing a make | Settle the make first, then pick the store | We sell Honda, and used vehicles from many makes |
| You need service soon | Book an appointment online | The service drive is busy, and appointments move first |
How we compare with the stores Panama City buyers cross-shop
Our store is the one store on this list that sells Honda inside Panama City.
| Dealer | Honda franchise in Panama City | Google rating (September 2026) | Google reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group 1 Honda Panama City | Yes, at 3601 E 15th St | 4.6 | 3,345 |
| Gary Smith Honda | No, a Honda store in Fort Walton Beach | 4.5 | 1,656 |
| Proctor Honda | No, a Honda store in Tallahassee | 4.8 | 4,701 |
| Panama City Toyota | No, a Toyota store in Panama City | 4.7 | 4,644 |
| AutoNation Ford Panama City | No, a Ford store in Panama City | 4.5 | 5,233 |
Frequently asked questions
Is there another Honda dealership in Panama City?
No. We’re a sole Honda franchise in the city. The nearest Honda stores are Gary Smith Honda in Fort Walton Beach and Proctor Honda in Tallahassee.
Is Honda of Bay County the same dealership as Group 1 Honda Panama City?
Yes. Honda of Bay County is our former name, and we’re now part of Group 1 Automotive. Same store, same address at 3601 E 15th St.
Do I have to finish the purchase in the store?
Not for a new Honda. You can buy a new vehicle online through AcceleRide and have it delivered. Used and certified pre-owned purchases finish in store.
Does Group 1 Honda Panama City sell used cars that aren’t Honda?
Yes. We carry used vehicles from many makes alongside new Honda and certified pre-owned Honda. You can browse all of it online.
Can I get financing sorted before I visit?
Yes. You can apply for pre-approval online and value your trade at the same time. Then you choose the vehicle and finish in store or through AcceleRide.
Does the Panama City store handle Honda service and parts?
Yes. Service, parts, and financing all run on site at East 15th Street. Customers return for service over the life of the vehicle.
Should I make an appointment for service?
Yes. The service drive is busy, and an appointment beats a walk-in. You can book online before you come.
What to do when only one store sells your Honda
If you want a Honda in Panama City, there’s no second Honda lot to play against us, so everything rides on how we treat you. Read what our customers wrote, ask for price and terms on a specific vehicle, and book service before you need it. The people who bought here have already told you how we handle a buyer, and courteous staff is the answer they give most.
How Group 1 Honda Panama City runs a Honda purchase in five steps
Because we’re the one Honda franchise in the city, every step you read about happens in one place. You browse new, used, and certified pre-owned Honda, value your trade and get pre-approved online, choose the vehicle with price and terms on it, finish in store or through AcceleRide, and come back for service and parts.
Customers describe it the same way. In an August 2026 Google review, Johnny H. wrote: “Always a pleasant experience. Great team of professionals from the sales force to the parts/service department!” In a July 2026 Google review, Mike R. wrote: “I was immediately greeted by an advisor Michelle took great care of me and my Pilot.”
Group 1 Honda Panama City is the one Honda store in Panama City, so how we treat you is the question that counts. Browse new, used, and certified pre-owned Honda online, then finish at 3601 E 15th St or through AcceleRide.
Group 1 Honda Panama City answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Panama City showroom, or call (850) 763-5495.
Disclaimer: Vehicle features, specifications, pricing, options, and availability may vary based on production timelines and dealership inventory; images are for illustrative purposes only. Starting MSRP figures are national and exclude destination freight charges, tax, title, license, and dealer fees. Standard and available equipment varies by trim, configuration, and model year; confirm the specification of the individual vehicle before purchase. Maximum towing and payload ratings depend on cab, bed, drivetrain, and equipment configuration; see the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual and trailering guide for limits. Electric range and charging times vary with battery, configuration, temperature, terrain, load, and driving habits. Safety or driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Financing and pre-approval are subject to credit approval. Contact Group 1 Honda Panama City for complete details regarding current vehicle inventory, pricing, and equipment.
