Fred Fortson
Fred Fortson at Lexus of Chattanooga

Fred Fortson

Lexus Master Certified Sales and Leasing professional (423) 326-9882

Lexus of Chattanooga

2135 Chapman Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37421

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5.0
370 Reviews

My Motto has always been "Take care of the customers first, last, and always". Buying a vehicle shouldn’t be anything other than enjoyable. It’s all about the customers Period!

Dealership Experience

10 yrs, 4 mos

Industry Experience

26 yrs, 10 mos

Specialties & Trainings

New Car Manager

General Sales Manager

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Languages Spoken

English English

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370 Reviews

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370 Reviews of Fred Fortson

June 02, 2025

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Fred did a fantastic job! From start to finish, Fred made the car buying experience easy and convenient. We ordered a couple of additional of parts before the car and Fred ens More

by Dbtibbs1
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May 30, 2025

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I recently had the pleasure of working with Fred, and I couldn't be more impressed. From start to finish, he made the car-buying process smooth, stress-free, and enjoyable. Fred was knowledgeable, patient, More

by ahcarlton
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May 21, 2025

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Great place to do business and receive service. We have been pleased with all our interactions with them. More

by blboykin
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May 26, 2025

Lexus of Chattanooga responded

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re honored to be your trusted choice for both sales and service. Providing consistently positive experiences is what we strive for every day at Lexus of Chattanooga. We truly appreciate your continued trust and look forward to serving you for many years to come!

May 15, 2025

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Very easy to work with. Super transparent when wanting to know information on the car and availability. Good communication skills all around More

by Bradywillocks
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Other Employees Tagged: Justin Hendrick

May 26, 2025

Lexus of Chattanooga responded

Thank you so much, Brady! We’re delighted to hear that our team made your experience easy and transparent, especially when it came to answering your questions and keeping you informed. Clear communication is at the heart of how we serve every guest at Lexus of Chattanooga. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to helping you again in the future!

April 07, 2025

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Wow! Wow! Wow! This was my first time buying a car without a face-to-face experience until picking up the vehicle. From submitting my build sheet, waiti More

by ecsw1454
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Apr 14, 2025

Lexus of Chattanooga responded

Thank you for the fantastic feedback! We're thrilled your first fully remote purchase with Lexus of Chattanooga was so seamless, thanks to Fred, Justin, Jackson, and Madison. We're glad we could find your perfect TX without mandatory add-ons. Enjoy your new vehicle!

April 04, 2025

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Fred was the most professional car salesman my husband and I have ever encountered. We arrived thirty minutes before closing, and Fred greeted us outside. I expected him to hurry us through the process, b More

by maryhammontree
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Apr 14, 2025

Lexus of Chattanooga responded

Thank you so much, Mary! We are absolutely delighted to hear that Fred provided you and your husband with the most professional car buying experience you've ever had. We are so proud of his dedication, especially taking the time to assist you in choosing your first Lexus even near closing time. It's wonderful to know that you appreciated Fred's honesty and straightforward approach, and that he provided you with all the information you needed. We strive for transparency and ensuring our guests feel confident in their decisions. We're also glad he efficiently negotiated the deal and that you left feeling very satisfied. Thank you for choosing Lexus of Chattanooga. We hope you absolutely love your first Lexus and look forward to welcoming you back in the future!

March 08, 2025

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Fred is an amazing and kind salesman. Honest and to the point!! He is very knowledgeable and listens to you in order to get you in the exact vehicle that you are looking for. What my husb More

by ash_vegas77
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Other Employees Tagged: Maria Gains, Aaron Schreiner

Mar 10, 2025

Lexus of Chattanooga responded

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with Fred! 🌟 We're thrilled to hear that his kindness, honesty, and extensive knowledge made your visit so enjoyable. Providing a pressure-free environment is incredibly important to us, and we're glad Fred ensured you felt comfortable exploring at your own pace. Congratulations on your beautiful new 2025 NX 450h+ — what an incredible choice! ❤️ We truly appreciate your kind words and your recommendation. If you ever have any questions or need assistance, we're always here for you. Enjoy every mile in your new Lexus! 🚙💫

March 01, 2025

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The dealership is amazing and has so many vehicles to choose from. Fred Fortson is an amazing salesman. He is professional, knowledgeable, and honest. More

by Tara214
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Mar 10, 2025

Lexus of Chattanooga responded

Thank you for your kind words! 🌟 We're delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience at our dealership and that Fred provided you with exceptional service. Fred’s professionalism, knowledge, and honesty are qualities we deeply value, and we're so glad he made your visit memorable. If there's ever anything else we can do for you, please don't hesitate to reach out. Enjoy your new Lexus, and thank you for being part of our Lexus of Chattanooga family!

March 01, 2025

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He is a good salesman. He took hi time to see what I liked And he just did very well More

by sannette2002love
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Mar 10, 2025

Lexus of Chattanooga responded

Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad to hear that Fred took the time to understand what you liked and helped you find the perfect vehicle. His dedication to providing thoughtful and caring service truly makes a difference. We'll be sure to share your kind words with him. If you need anything else, we're always here for you. Enjoy your new ride!

March 01, 2025

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I received nothing but the absolute best customer service. I will always buy from Mr Fortson as long as he's in the car business. I have bought over 10 cars from him. More

by Happy GX 460 Owner
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Mar 10, 2025

Lexus of Chattanooga responded

Wow! 🌟 Thank you for your incredible loyalty and for sharing your amazing experience with Fred. It’s wonderful to hear that his outstanding customer service has earned your trust time and time again. Your continued support means the world to us, and we’re grateful to have you as part of our Lexus of Chattanooga family. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to Fred — he will be so touched. If you ever need anything, we're always here for you. Enjoy every moment in your Lexus!

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