Ryan Buckmier

This was my fourth time buying a car, and anyone who’s done it knows how stressful and frustrating the process can be — especially when dealing with pushy, intimidating salesmen. Before reaching out to de done it knows how stressful and frustrating the process can be — especially when dealing with pushy, intimidating salesmen. Before reaching out to dealerships, I did my research and contacted several Chevy dealers because I knew exactly what I wanted: a 2026 Chevy Equinox AWD RS in Radiant Red, fully loaded with the Convenience III Package, Safety & Technology Package, and panoramic sunroof. Since the model was so new, not many dealerships had it in the exact configuration I wanted, and the first few experiences were honestly awful. Then I connected with Elijah at Ron Tonkin (who no longer works there), and everything changed. I had recently lost my dad, who passed away on September 25th, so I was already going through a lot. Elijah truly listened. I told him what I wanted and what I didn’t, and every time he said “understood,” he meant it. He never tried to push me or convince me to settle. Even when I was probably a bit much at times, he handled everything with patience, grace, honesty, and integrity. When we couldn’t find the exact vehicle, we decided to do a build-and-buy, and he worked tirelessly to make it happen. By the time the car arrived, Elijah had to step away for family matters, and Ryan took over my deal. I was nervous at first, but I didn’t need to be — Ryan was just as patient, thorough, and kind. The consistency between them really speaks to the culture at Ron Tonkin Chevrolet. I also worked with Christian, the finance manager, and once again had a great experience. He explained everything clearly, went over optional add-ons without pressure, and when I decided not to include certain things, he respected my choices completely — no pushiness, no attitude, just professionalism and respect. From start to finish, the entire team made me feel comfortable, welcomed, and genuinely valued. I never felt rushed or like the only goal was to close the deal — and that is exactly how car buying should feel. We are a Chevy family, and as long as Ron Tonkin continues to have people like Elijah, Ryan, and Christian, we will absolutely be back — especially when my husband is ready to trade in his Silverado. This wasn’t just a car purchase — it was a reminder that honesty, respect, and humanity still exist in this industry, and Ron Tonkin Chevrolet delivers all three. More

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Excellent sales staff that made our experience quick and easy. We will definitely be buying from Ron Tonkin again in the future. easy. We will definitely be buying from Ron Tonkin again in the future. More

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Ryan at Ron Tonkin was great to work with. We got the truck we wanted at a good price. We got the truck we wanted at a good price. More

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Ryan was easy to work with. No pressure. Pleasant personality. Very helpful start to finish No pressure. Pleasant personality. Very helpful start to finish More

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They had an amazing selection, and my dealer, Ryan, did everything he could to make sure I was getting the best deal possible. They truly care about people there. everything he could to make sure I was getting the best deal possible. They truly care about people there. More

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Ryan is a fantastic sales associate, he was able to answer all my questions and made the whole process as painless as it could possibly be. answer all my questions and made the whole process as painless as it could possibly be. More

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We had a great experience with Ryan. We came with a specific car in mind, and he was quick to greet us and show us to the car that we were wanting to look at. He seemed genuine and hones We came with a specific car in mind, and he was quick to greet us and show us to the car that we were wanting to look at. He seemed genuine and honest and worked with us on the price without being pushy about it. Overall, I'd say the process was quick and easy and Ryan gave us great service. More

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Nice people to deal with once I went in to dealership,paper work could have went faster,overall good compared to other dealerships I've dealt with dealership,paper work could have went faster,overall good compared to other dealerships I've dealt with More

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Ryan provided great service, sending me videos of specific details of the car so I could be assured of its condition before I traveled to Portland. We agreed upon a price before I arrived, and he st specific details of the car so I could be assured of its condition before I traveled to Portland. We agreed upon a price before I arrived, and he stuck to it. More

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First was a little confusing but once we started talking they helped me stick to my budget and get what I want car looks in great condition drives like it too they helped me stick to my budget and get what I want car looks in great condition drives like it too More

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