
Grew up in Franklin CT,father owened a small service station where I grew up learing/working on cars.Went to Norwich Tech and started working for Ford in 1984.I enjoy the chalange of the ever growing automotive field.
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27 yrs
Industry Experience
41 yrs
364 Reviews
Write a Review364 Reviews of Mike Pahlas
April 15, 2025
One of the best dealership I’ve ever visited I come from Meriden to Columbia to have both my vehicles serviced. Meriden to Columbia to have both my vehicles serviced. More
Other Employees Tagged: Joe Berube, Bobby Eskey, Fernando Cruz
April 09, 2025
I am a Fleet Maintenance Manager of a Transit Agency in Southern CT. I had a Transmission repaired in one of my All-Wheel Drive Transits and the repair was done in a timely fashion and excellent. The servi Southern CT. I had a Transmission repaired in one of my All-Wheel Drive Transits and the repair was done in a timely fashion and excellent. The service manager and staff are great to do business with. It is refreshing in this day and age to deal with such a great team who does what they say they are going to with Professionalism and Excellence. I will not hesitate to bring any of my Fleet vehicles here for my warranty or any other work. It's well worth my hour drive from Hamden not to deal with what I was dealing with other Ford Dealers closer to my shop. ' More
Other Employees Tagged: Fernando Cruz
April 06, 2025
I had a great experience with the oil change service at the dealership. The staff was professional, friendly, and efficient. They explained everything clearly, and completed the service in a timely manner. the dealership. The staff was professional, friendly, and efficient. They explained everything clearly, and completed the service in a timely manner. More
Other Employees Tagged: Joe Berube, Bobby Eskey, Fernando Cruz
March 01, 2025
Columbia Ford always provides excellent service from very capable technicians and front desk staff. They are always courteous and attentive to my needs as a customer. capable technicians and front desk staff. They are always courteous and attentive to my needs as a customer. More
Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Joe Berube, Bobby Eskey, Jimmie Bletsch, Joe Brochu, Andy Caldwell, Fernando Cruz , Pam
February 27, 2025
My experience with this dealer was wonderful. I have full confidence moving forward on any work needed for my vehicle. Honest and more than fair I have full confidence moving forward on any work needed for my vehicle. Honest and more than fair More
Other Employees Tagged: Brandy and my mechanic mr. Dupont
January 21, 2025
Superior service everyone willing to help as I can through the door . Bobby explained what was going to happen and upon return he explained the fix through the door . Bobby explained what was going to happen and upon return he explained the fix More
Other Employees Tagged: Joe Berube, Bobby Eskey, Fernando Cruz
January 19, 2025
Every time I go to Columbia Kia I’ve always had great And prompt service. Their service. Advisers have always been polite and courteous. prompt service. Their service. Advisers have always been polite and courteous. More
Other Employees Tagged: Joe Berube, Bobby Eskey, Fernando Cruz
January 12, 2025
Columbia Ford Kia is so much more than just a great place to buy a vehicle—they truly care about the people and the community around them. Their dedication goes beyond offering excellent vehicles and service to buy a vehicle—they truly care about the people and the community around them. Their dedication goes beyond offering excellent vehicles and service; they actively contribute to the well-being of the local community through various foundations and charitable efforts. By supporting Columbia Ford Kia, you're not only investing in a reliable vehicle, but you're also supporting initiatives that make a meaningful difference in the lives of those around you. It's clear that their values align with the needs of their customers and the community. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to work with a company that genuinely gives back! More
Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, John Senick, Craig Gates, Bobby Eskey, Eric Gates, Joe Brochu, Andy Caldwell, Ryan McLeod, Michael Devine , Jay Roderick, Dale Thompson, Eli Belyi, Jimmie Bletsch, Dave Munkelt
January 10, 2025
I was treated respectfully and the staff was very professional. The purchase was a very pleasant experience professional. The purchase was a very pleasant experience More
Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Rush Wellington
December 27, 2024
Scheduling a service appointment where I could wait was easy. Took the vehicle in on time for a routine "works" package. Reviewed everything when the work was done. Highly recommend the service department easy. Took the vehicle in on time for a routine "works" package. Reviewed everything when the work was done. Highly recommend the service department and the sales department is excellent! More
Other Employees Tagged: Andy Caldwell