Dean Hovis
Dean Hovis at Joe Machens Toyota
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Dean Hovis

Internet Sales Manager

Joe Machens Toyota

1180 Vandiver Dr
Columbia, MO 65202

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I have been working at Joe Machens Toyota for over 14 years now and you can count on me to treat you just as I would like to be treated; fairly and with integrity. All the while being respectful of your time and budget Stop by and see me or check out some of my specials on my facebook page!

Dealership Experience

18 yrs, 7 mos

Industry Experience

18 yrs, 7 mos

Specialties & Trainings

Toyota Certified Sales

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96 Reviews of Dean Hovis

December 04, 2023

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Dude is straight up skeevy. Fancies himself as a ladies man. Really needs to stay behind a desk and leave the women alone. More

by Fed Up
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No

March 02, 2023

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Veterans beware of this shell game disguised as a car dealership. They will find a way to cheat you out of your military rebate. Truth is not a factor at this place. GM will make up facts to fit his n More

by Norulz01
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Other Employees Tagged: Mike Luner

July 08, 2020

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We had a very good experience. I feel Dean our sales guy was very professional, courteous and honest with us. Andrew the finance guy was very professional and explained the numbers well. I would for sure r More

by Shelly.carver92
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Other Employees Tagged: Joe Haner, Andrew in Finance

Jul 08, 2020

Joe Machens Toyota responded

Nice review for Dean and Andrew! Thank you, Shelly, for leaving a 5 star review for them, it is appreciated! And, please do recommend us to your friends and family, we'd love it!

July 29, 2019

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Great car/Great Service I hate car shopping and haggling over the price. I was able to get the vehicle I wanted at the price I wanted. Extremely pleased with the whole proce More

by ADW1970
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Other Employees Tagged: Greg Botham

Jul 30, 2019

Joe Machens Toyota responded

Thank you for the 5 star review and great review for Greg, Dean and the rest of our team! We know the car buying process can be sometimes onerous, but with experienced people like Greg and Dean, it can really make the difference. Thank you for your business and recommendation, we really appreciate it!

February 28, 2019

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I got into a truck Enjoyed how my salesman worked on getting me the truck. I'm glad I took the time and went in because I really enjoy the truck and how it handles on th More

by Johnisgrigjr
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Feb 28, 2019

Joe Machens Toyota responded

Hi John, Congratulations on your new truck! We're glad to hear Dean Hovis delivered such a great experience. If there's anything further we can do for you, we are happy to help! Thank you for your business!

December 25, 2018

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Very impressed and favorable experience State of the art dealership. Great and plentiful inventory. Helpful and friendly sales representation without high pressure sales. Customer friendl More

by Papa D
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Other Employees Tagged: Danny Gingerich , _____ Coy, finance and insurance

September 11, 2018

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Great customer service, way understaffed The accounting department was horribly understaffed and overworked! We spent over 7 hours at the dealership and a large portion of that was because th More

by G_N_ROGERS1991
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Sep 11, 2018

Joe Machens Toyota responded

Thank you so much for your honest positive feedback! We are happy to know you received great customer service from Dean and our team during your car-buying experience! We appreciate you and your business! Enjoy your new vehicle!

September 10, 2018

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Best experience ever Darnell is a very hard-working and friendly salesman. Unreplaceable. Jake was relentless. He worked and work, used his resources and would not give u More

by Dugp
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Other Employees Tagged: Darnell Thomas, Jake Bunker

Sep 10, 2018

Joe Machens Toyota responded

Thank you so much for the positive feedback! We are happy to hear you had the best car-buying experience with Darnell, Jake and our team! We hope you enjoy your new vehicle! Thanks again for your business! We appreciate you!

August 26, 2018

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Dean Hovis Second time leasing from Dean ...Dean made the whole process as painful as possible...showed me several options & was very patient ...will definitely More

by bjohnwi
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Aug 27, 2018

Joe Machens Toyota responded

Thank you for sharing your positive feedback! We are glad to know you had another great experience leasing with Dean! We do appreciate your business!

August 22, 2018

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Quality, Helpful and Knowledgable Upon entering the dealership the staff, Dean and Sam were very helpful and knowledgable. They communicated effectively and made the overall experienc More

by SPOORE96.SP
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Other Employees Tagged: Sam Warfel

Aug 22, 2018

Joe Machens Toyota responded

Thank you for the positive feedback! We are glad to know Dean and Sam made sure you had a great and helpful overall car-buying experience! Enjoy your new Tacoma! Thanks again for your business!

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