Karifa Mara | Page 14
Maserati-Alfa Specialist karifamara@criswellauto.com
Criswell Maserati - Alfa Romeo
19570 Amaranth Drive
Germantown, MD 20874
Maserati-Alfa Specialist (240) 252-5800 karifamara@criswellauto.com Karifa Mara brings 20 years of experience in car sales to the table. Prior to joining Criswell Maserati, Karifa was a consultant for other high end cars such as Lexus, Audi, Jaguar, Range Rover, Porsche, Mercedes Benz and BMW, where he was always one of the top performers. Having worked in diverse systems, Karifa is very flexible and brings a wealth of knowledge in sales strategies and exceptional customer satisfaction and retention. In addition, he is fluent in French.
Read moreDealership Experience
9 yrs, 10 mos
Languages Spoken
English
French
247 Reviews
Write a Review247 Reviews of Karifa Mara
May 15, 2019
I m a repeat buyer at Maserati Title says it all. Good experience. The process was thoughtful Karifa was a lot of fun to work with . Answered all my questions then held me down and Title says it all. Good experience. The process was thoughtful Karifa was a lot of fun to work with . Answered all my questions then held me down and cut my throat in order to buy a new Ghibli...just kidding. Karifa and krystie were very professional More
Other Employees Tagged: Krystie Zhang
April 23, 2019
Excellent car buying experience Karifa went above & beyond. As you can see I gave it 5 stars because it was a very smooth process from the beginning to the end. Karifa was profession Karifa went above & beyond. As you can see I gave it 5 stars because it was a very smooth process from the beginning to the end. Karifa was professional and polite in his approach, patient and prompt in his response. Karifa thank you for making my car buying experience a wonderful one at Criswell Maserati. More
Other Employees Tagged: Krystie Zhang
April 22, 2019
Great experience - Karifa super helpful! Karifa was top-notch and made this transaction one of easiest most enjoyable experiences I've had in car buying. I called him about a specific Alfa (G Karifa was top-notch and made this transaction one of easiest most enjoyable experiences I've had in car buying. I called him about a specific Alfa (Giulia Quad), gave him my constraints and requirements and within an hour, he had a great deal for me over email. 2 days later I went and picked up the car and everything was flawless- I was out of the dealership with my new car in less than 2 hours. Karifa is responsive, diligent, and passionate about his jobs. I had a great buying experience with him! Krystie in finance was organized, professional and pleasant as well! More
Other Employees Tagged: Krystie Zhang
April 17, 2019
Great car-buying experience! Karifa was fun to work with. He was very joyful, personable and professional. We knew what we wanted, and he was able to deliver. We really had a g Karifa was fun to work with. He was very joyful, personable and professional. We knew what we wanted, and he was able to deliver. We really had a great experience at Criswell. More
Other Employees Tagged: Krystie Zhang
April 16, 2019
Excellent car buying experience! Sales: Karifa Mara was excellent. He listened to my specs and produced a car (Alfa Romeo Giulia Ti Sport AWD) that was on point and at a price within Sales: Karifa Mara was excellent. He listened to my specs and produced a car (Alfa Romeo Giulia Ti Sport AWD) that was on point and at a price within my budget! It was extremely fun to work with him! Finance: Krystie was extremely professional and was well versed in all aspects of finance and (pricing) options for the car. She also had the coolest electronic "desk" to produce paperless forms I have ever seen. Almost Star Wars like! Both of these individuals made buying my Alfa Romeo seamless and easy! Kudos to both of them. More
Other Employees Tagged: Krystie Zhang
April 12, 2019
Great physical space and personable staff. I saw vehicle on line and emailed that we would be coming to look at it. I received an email very quickly saying it was still available. Following d I saw vehicle on line and emailed that we would be coming to look at it. I received an email very quickly saying it was still available. Following day a follow up email asking for a general time. And day of going an early email advising it was still available. We arrived and we're greeted warmly by all. The car was there and we test drove it and liked it. The actual dealership is very well designed and we felt comfortable in the space for the hours it took to complete the deal. Only reason it got two stars on quality of work is that I found french fries and napkins under driver's seat and spare tire storage area was full of spilled wine which we did not find until at home. The wine was dried and very sticky. Overall we recommend this dealer and the staff. Plus seeing all the Maserati is a great experience. More
Other Employees Tagged: Krystie Zhang
April 11, 2019
1st Scheduled Service Experience Leaves a Bad Taste My first scheduled service experience was very disappointing. I scheduled my service for my car to be picked up on Thursday, April 4th, spoke with "D My first scheduled service experience was very disappointing. I scheduled my service for my car to be picked up on Thursday, April 4th, spoke with "Dana" I am sure I did not spell this write but he referenced himself as the manager. I was not in the system although I have had the Maserati for a little over a year and Karifa Mara was my sales person (btw, he was great). Provided my name, telephone number for both me an my husband as well as our address, he said we were not there. So he got all the information and said he would have someone leave their office at 9 am and they would be at my house by 10 am on April 4th. I verified twice, to which he repeated they will leave there at 9 am and be at my home by 10 am. Thursday, April 4th at 10:20 am I called and asked was the driver running late, it was the same person I scheduled the service with and he said I show you are bringing your car to us. I reminded him of our conversation and that he was the person who scheduled the service although he tried to act like someone else made this error. So he said he would have someone leave right now since according to the map they could be at my house in 26 minutes. I said okay, I can wait until 11:25 am but have to leave for my doctor's appointment. 11:32 I called and once again, same guy. Oh, he says, he should have been there by now, we will reschedule and I will just call him to come back. He said they could come on Saturday morning, I said anytime before 10:30 am would be fine. Saturday arrives, and once I am dressed and ready to leave I see I have 3 missed calls and voicemail stating they are calling to make sure someone is here before they send their driver and to call them. Really, I can't believe this. The driver picks up the car, asks me to complete the paperwork and although I told them when I scheduled the service I pre-paid for the service as well as the "replacement tire" plan I am being asked to provide my credit card number. I refused and told the guy I understood he was doing his job but I paid for this and it should be on file and I am not providing my credit card number. He says okay, and I ask about the car being washed. He assured me the car would be cleaned and shinning when returned which would be Monday. It just doesn't end; so I am out doing my Saturday things and I again get voicemails from the same guy asking me to call. When I return the call he states that he isn't sure he can get the car back to me today, I said I was told it would be Monday anyway so it was fine. Since I am keeping the car he needs me to send him a copy of my drivers license. I am just amazed at this as I am in the middle of a store and I am going to send him a copy of my drivers license. I ask him to call my husband and he can provide the number and probably send a copy as he is home. We agree he will be bringing my car first that Monday morning as I have a 10:30 appointment. yes, will be first. Monday rolls around and its a new guy from the service department calling me; see I have a missed call and now my husband has 2; it is a little after 9 when we see this and I call. The service guy, I believe he said Anthony but not sure, great news your car is ready. Well it was ready Saturday and you were supposed to be here before 10:30, same story. We will send someone right now...the driver does get here at 10:30, late for the appointment and the car is NOT clean, honestly the windows dirtier than before, they did vacuum the carpet but it is far from clean and once again disappointed. This is truly one of the worsts experiences I have had with a service department and think I would rather take the car to a NAPA to have the oil changed compared to dealing with them again. I was very hopeful I would be given the opportunity to complete a survey for the service but did not receive one so I wanted to share. I do not recommend purchasing a car or having it serviced here based on this overall experience. While you have a great sales person, the experience doesn't stop once we drive off. Repeat business is what most strive for and I can assure you, you will never get mine. And lastly, next time you bring someone a car to drive it should be of the same caliber and quality not lesser. More
Other Employees Tagged: Anthony Johnson, Dana or something like that, I do not see it listed here
April 02, 2019
Excellent Sale, Dealer and Dealership Thanks for your help on the Maserati. I’m very excited about the new truck,My compliments to you Ksrifa Mara for your helpfulness and persistence will Thanks for your help on the Maserati. I’m very excited about the new truck,My compliments to you Ksrifa Mara for your helpfulness and persistence willingness to go the extra mile. I will be sure to refer you to my friends and colleagues who are in the market for a fine automobile. NWell More
March 29, 2019
Great Experience! Had a great experience at Criswells Alfa Romeo. Friendly staff that helped us get exactly what we wanted. Very quick and easy process, made the experi Had a great experience at Criswells Alfa Romeo. Friendly staff that helped us get exactly what we wanted. Very quick and easy process, made the experience enjoyable. Love my new car thanks to the team at Criswell. More
Other Employees Tagged: Krystie Zhang
March 29, 2019
Pleasant experience! They made the overall experience smooth and exciting. Karifa is super knowledgeable and passionate about cars in general and it shows. I had a small i They made the overall experience smooth and exciting. Karifa is super knowledgeable and passionate about cars in general and it shows. I had a small issue after the purchase that required a trip back but they took care of it with ease. More
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