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McKenney Salinas Honda
Gastonia, NC
503 Reviews
McKenney Salinas Honda has been a family-owned and operated dealership for over 25 years with owner, Sal Salinas, on-site. McKenney Salinas Honda specializes in new Honda, Certified Pre-Owned Honda and all other pre-owned vehicle sales. We have a strong and committed sales staff with many years of experience satisfying our customers' needs in Gaston County.
McKenney Salinas Honda also has an award-winning service and parts department, dedicated to excellence in customer satisfaction. Located in Gastonia, North Carolina. We will help you find the right vehicle for your needs. Feel free to browse our inventory online, request more information about our new and preowned vehicles, set up a test drive or inquire about our auto financing options. Whether you are looking for a new Honda or a preowned vehicle, McKenney Salinas Honda is here to help.
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October 25, 2011
When I requested a quote for a 2011 Honda EX-L in Polished Metal from Truecar.com, I received three replies within about 10 minutes. The lowest quote was from McKinney-Salinas Honda in Gastonia, NC Polished Metal from Truecar.com, I received three replies within about 10 minutes. The lowest quote was from McKinney-Salinas Honda in Gastonia, NC which is about 80 miles from my home. I received a follow up call from Felicia Thompson at McKinney-Salinas the following day confirming the offer and was assured that their dealership could have the model and color I requested within a few days. I thought about it for a few days and also inquired about prices a three Honda dealerships with 25 miles of my home. None of them would attempt to compete with McKinney-Salinas on price. I then contacted Felicia to tell her I was ready to proceed with the purchase. The model I requested was on the lot with four days and I took delivery on the following day. The paperwork was handled quickly by Jasper Powe. He then gave me a comprehensive orientation to the new vehicle. I was surprised to find the dealership had, at their expense, installed wheel locks, mud guards, and applied a nice looking pin stripe. Jasper explained that this was a standard courtesy extended to their customers. I had previously noted that these were all dealer installed options with inflated prices at other dealerships that were often listed with a very expensive paint sealant (does Honda really use such poor paint that it requires a sealer costing hundreds of dollars?). I am happy to report that there were no extra charges of any kind at this dealership and that the internet quote I received within ten minutes of making a request was exactly the price I paid. I am not a highly experienced car buyer but I can say I left this dealership feeling good about making this purchase. The entire staff that I had contact with was courteous, efficient, and professional. More
by mgr6192
October 22, 2011
We went in to look at cars to get an idea. We left buying a car. There was no pressure to buy a car. We were able to look at a few cars at our own pace without someone standing right over our shoulder the wh a car. There was no pressure to buy a car. We were able to look at a few cars at our own pace without someone standing right over our shoulder the whole time. The staff was friendly and Marvin Reid did not seem like a typical salesman but a nice guy. I would go back the next time we looked for a car. More
by Andy Welborn
Employees Worked With
Marvin Reid, Marvin Reid
October 18, 2011
I have known David for about 30 years and knew that he worked for McKenney Salinas Honda in Gastonia NC. I was looking for a used truck and saw his ads on facebook and decided to give him a call and see worked for McKenney Salinas Honda in Gastonia NC. I was looking for a used truck and saw his ads on facebook and decided to give him a call and see if he had anything that I might be interested in. He said that he had several nice used trucks and for me to drop by and look at them. I did and I couldn't have been treated any better, the price was great, the service was excellent and I have really enjoyed my Ford F-150 Truck very much. I gave my rating, not because David is a good friend, but, because I was very satisfied with the service, price and the overall experience, not to mention that David is a great guy. I would and have recommended a few of my friends to contact David if they are in the market for a new or used car. You won't be treated any better, anywhere else. More
by smileyboy49
October 15, 2011
Terrific customer service. Friendly, professional and very efficient. No gimmicks and very straightforward. Saved considerable amount of money versus other dealerships in the area. My easiest car buying very efficient. No gimmicks and very straightforward. Saved considerable amount of money versus other dealerships in the area. My easiest car buying experience yet! More
by cdjr
October 12, 2011
This dealership was very friendly and I had an overall great experience of my first time purchasing a car from a dealership. I want to thank David Jolly and Matthew Huffman for working with us to decide w great experience of my first time purchasing a car from a dealership. I want to thank David Jolly and Matthew Huffman for working with us to decide what car I needed that suited me and would meet the needs for my life and ministry. Thank you McKenney-Salinas! You are an outstanding dealership who does not just want to get a car sold, but at the same time you make sure that each car (whomever it may go to) is affordable for that person. God bless you all! Sincerely, Adrian Franklin More
by AdriantheSanger
October 11, 2011
This was a great first experience for us. This was our first car purchase. McKenney Salinas Honda is a great place to find a great car. They made the process easy for us. We highly recommend McKenney Sali first car purchase. McKenney Salinas Honda is a great place to find a great car. They made the process easy for us. We highly recommend McKenney Salinas!! We are very excited about being apart of McKenney Salinas Honda family. More
by tubby2250
October 08, 2011
My wife took her 2007 Accord in for a factory recall to install new computer code in the on board computer. They told her that you could not put the new program code into the car with the battery in the s install new computer code in the on board computer. They told her that you could not put the new program code into the car with the battery in the shape it was in. They told her in order to do the upgrade; she must have a new battery in order to complete the work. They said the cold cranking amps were too low to allow the computer to work? They told her that she would need a new appointment at another time if she elected to get the battery elsewhere, hence another Saturday sitting in their dealership. The car was starting fine and had never given a problem. I have never heard of this. I checked this out with a few local service shops and they were just as confused as me and had never heard of such a thing. The battery was strong enough to start the car, run the fan and radio without the engine running and then start the car on top of that. When I asked the service representative if the memory of the car was volatile, he said no. This did not add up and was the poorest of showings in my opinion. Buyers beware - Especially you ladies. More
by Sam and Sandra
Employees Worked With
Service Manger
October 06, 2011
This was my second purchase from McKenney-Salinas and my first time working with Marvin Reid. Our overall experience with the dealership and Marvin Reid was absolutely fantastic! Marvin has a very comfort first time working with Marvin Reid. Our overall experience with the dealership and Marvin Reid was absolutely fantastic! Marvin has a very comfortable personality. Low key, low pressure. Marvin handled our sale in a smooth, proactive manner and kept us informed throughout the process. Anytime I or a friend needs a vehicle, I'll definately refer them to Marvin Reid at McKenney-Salinas. Thanks again Marvin!! More
by NissanPathfinder
Employees Worked With
Marvin Reid, Marvin Reid
September 30, 2011
the dealership and sales agent and financial agent were wonderful...the owner came out and helped make this deal....highly recommend dealership and sales agent eddie jarvis wonderful...the owner came out and helped make this deal....highly recommend dealership and sales agent eddie jarvis More
by nonijag
September 24, 2011
Hi, We were looking for CRV - SE Model and found the Hi, We were looking for CRV - SE Model and found the Mckenney Salinas Honda over internet. I have to say they were the best in price, professionali Hi, We were looking for CRV - SE Model and found the Mckenney Salinas Honda over internet. I have to say they were the best in price, professionalism and helping us to zero-in on the car. By far the best Honda Dealer I have talked to here in Charlotte, NC. I will recommend them to anybody any day for a Honda Car/Vehicle. Thanks, Roshin More
by roshin
Employees Worked With
Marvin Reid, Marvin Reid
