Bucky Bates
Bucky Bates at Paramount Kia of Asheville

Bucky Bates

Sales Consultant

Paramount Kia of Asheville

1000 Ridgefield Blvd
Asheville, NC 28806

5.0
299 Reviews
5.0

299 Reviews

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Dealership Experience

10 yrs, 5 mos

Industry Experience

10 yrs, 5 mos

Languages Spoken

English English

299 Reviews of Bucky Bates

December 17, 2024

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Bucky is awesome! This is our second time working with him. He is very helpful and knowledgeable. More

by Whit Zeh
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Dec 17, 2024

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you so much for your kind words for Bucky and for taking the time to leave us this wonderful feedback!

December 17, 2024

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Bucky was professional, kind, and helped us meet our monthly payment goal and get a great car. More

by Dhzeh
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Dec 17, 2024

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thanks for your feedback on your recent visit to Paramount Kia of Asheville. It's great to hear that Bucky was able to assist you and that you had such a positive experience.

November 30, 2024

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Great communication and excellent service. Not pushy but helpful. Bucky has been great to deal with! More

by kellypaar
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Dec 02, 2024

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you, Kelly, for taking the time to write this review and let us know how we are doing. Our customers are our top priority and your feedback is greatly appreciated! All of us at Paramount Kia of Asheville are glad to have you as a customer.

November 16, 2024

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Dealing with Bucky is like negotiating with your favorite uncle—he’ll crack a few dad jokes, throw in a deal you can’t resist, and somehow make you feel like you’re walking away with the keys to his personal More

by Kileytdavis9574
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Nov 18, 2024

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

We are very happy to hear that Bucky provided you with such a positive experience! We sincerely value your business and look forward to your next visit.

November 16, 2024

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Bucky is the MAN! ! He made this decision so easy for us - protect Bucky at all costs!! More

by Jonah
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Nov 18, 2024

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you so much for your kind words, Jonah, and for taking the time to leave us this wonderful feedback!

October 23, 2024

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Excellent salesman. Energetic, engaging and knowledgeable. Supportive of our car journey every step of the way! One of the best. More

by armyscribe623
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Oct 23, 2024

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled that we had the opportunity to provide you with great service. We thank you for choosing Paramount Kia of Asheville!

October 23, 2024

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the service was great. although we didn’t get a car. we gained a new friend. More

by belladodge25
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Oct 23, 2024

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you for taking the time to write this review, Bella, and let us know how we are doing. Our customers are our top priority and your feedback is greatly appreciated! All of us at Paramount Kia of Asheville are glad to have you as a customer.

October 11, 2024

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Bucky Bates was the best. It was my first time buying a car from a dealership and Bucky made the experience so much better than I expected. He was honest, and that goes a long More

by thehappychicken
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Oct 12, 2024

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thanks for sharing about your experience with Paramount Kia of Asheville. Bucky and our team appreciate your business and hope to see you again soon!

September 23, 2024

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We had a fabulous experience with Bucky Bates at Paramount Kia in Asheville. He couldn't have been more helpful or kind and I will send everyone I know to him if they need a new car. I was also real More

by dhn
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Other Employees Tagged: Jordan Ogle, Shana Davis

Sep 24, 2024

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you! We appreciate your business and look forward to helping you with any questions or future vehicle needs. Thank you for choosing Paramount Kia of Asheville.

September 20, 2024

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Always great service. Bucky is always knowledgeable and professional. This is the 3rd vehicle he has sold us. Thanks Bucky More

by silversbees
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Sep 22, 2024

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

It's fantastic to hear that Bucky provided you with great customer service while assisting you! We truly appreciate the opportunity to do business with you. Thanks for choosing Paramount Kia of Asheville!

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