I'm a lifelong resident of Ocean County, NJ, so of course, I love the beach and the bay. My passions have always been cars and motorcycles (with a soft spot for convertibles). I truly enjoy getting to know people helping folks into their next vehicle. I have also been known to share a few too many pictures of my Great Danes as well. I try to live by the 'Platinum Rule'; "Treat others the way THEY want to be treated".
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April 11, 2026
John Van Pelt was an amazing salesperson. I came in for service on my car and left in a new car. He was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. He walked me through each step of the process and I came in for service on my car and left in a new car. He was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. He walked me through each step of the process and was mindful of what I was looking for and what I was willing to spend. The finance department and Kathy in service were also extremely pleasant . More
Other Employees Tagged: Andrew Pereira, Kathy Ottmer
April 10, 2026
John was so very kind, considerate, patient, helpful and knowledgeable which made the entire car buying process a very positive experience. This was my first Mazda/Lester Glenn purchase and I would highly knowledgeable which made the entire car buying process a very positive experience. This was my first Mazda/Lester Glenn purchase and I would highly recommend this dealership. More
Other Employees Tagged: Andrew Pereira
April 06, 2026
I almost didn't stop by LGMaz last Thursday. I had just driven an Audi A5 and was on my way to Freehold to drive a BMW x1, and I didn't want to stop, but I am so glad I did. John met me at the d I had just driven an Audi A5 and was on my way to Freehold to drive a BMW x1, and I didn't want to stop, but I am so glad I did. John met me at the door. He was genuinely friendly & professional, and he was endlessly patient. We test drove two cars, and he listed to me carefully while I gave him feedback about each car. He made suggstions, brought more cars up to the front door so I could sit in them, and explained all the features and pros/cons of each. I know I asked the same questions over and over, but he answered them each time with even more detail so I could be sure I was clear. There was NO pressure at all, and he took me seriously, neither of which is guaranteed as a woman shopping for a car. When it was time to talk numbers, John was transparent - no games. He listened to my budget, what I was willing to pay, and he and Andrew hammered out a deal I couldn't turn down. Then, because I had a car to return and other things I had to get done, John drove my new car to my apartment in the freezing rain, and went through all the features with me. I have told my cousin about John and Lester Glenn, and who knows, he may show up looking for a car for his daughter. It was a great experience and I am very glad I stopped. More
Other Employees Tagged: Andrew Pereira
April 03, 2026
Everyone from the manager, to my salesman was so pleasant. They explained every detail from the financial to the delivery of the car quite well. I would definitely recommend Tom’s River Mazda. Thank pleasant. They explained every detail from the financial to the delivery of the car quite well. I would definitely recommend Tom’s River Mazda. Thank you Mr Doheny and Mr.Van Pelt. Regard's Christine Bonevich More
Other Employees Tagged: Andrew Pereira, William Doheny
March 28, 2026
John was so helpful and easy to work with! Highly recommend going through him to buy your next car! Highly recommend going through him to buy your next car! More
Other Employees Tagged: Michael Ruvo
March 19, 2026
John was fantastic with help before we even thought to ask for it. Great experience ask for it. Great experience More
Other Employees Tagged: Michael Ruvo, Daniel Tromsdorff
March 15, 2026
Honest, no nonsense, simple transaction from test drive to finance office. Excellent people to work with! Ask for John Van Pelt! to finance office. Excellent people to work with! Ask for John Van Pelt! More
Other Employees Tagged: Andrew Pereira, William Doheny
March 14, 2026
John van pelt was amazing to work with. He took his time explaining everything and was extremely patient. This is my 2nd purchase with this dealership and it's people like John that keeps He took his time explaining everything and was extremely patient. This is my 2nd purchase with this dealership and it's people like John that keeps me coming back. I highly recommend him. More
Other Employees Tagged: Andrew Pereira, William Doheny
March 10, 2026
My salesman was exceptional. Very helpful and accommodating. I will ask for him when I need a new car. Very helpful and accommodating. I will ask for him when I need a new car. More
Other Employees Tagged: Andrew Pereira

