Dealership Experience
3 yrs, 2 mos
Industry Experience
8 yrs, 5 mos
33 Reviews
Write a Review33 Reviews of Syd Wasem
July 18, 2026
This was the easiest car buying experience in my life. I was super impressed with the communication from Oscar. I was referred specifically to Rio Vista to buy my truck from other satisfied customers. I h I was super impressed with the communication from Oscar. I was referred specifically to Rio Vista to buy my truck from other satisfied customers. I have also used Rio Vista for my service needs on my other vehicles so it was natural to purchase my truck from them. I located a truck that I wanted at another dealership and they were able to successfully get the vehicle for me within a day and I literally was he dealership for less than 90 minutes including my test drive! Thanks Oscar! More
Other Employees Tagged: Oscar Sanchez
July 16, 2026
Jimmy is very easy to communicate your needs, very responsive, professional, great customer service. I will definitely contact Jimmy for my next buy, as well as anybody in my family responsive, professional, great customer service. I will definitely contact Jimmy for my next buy, as well as anybody in my family More
Other Employees Tagged: Jimmy Sanchez, Oscar Sanchez, Ruben Ortiz
July 05, 2026
Had a great experience with rio vista Chevrolet! Ruben was awesome! He made the process very easy. Communication was great! No back & forth xx like you’d deal with at other dealerships. They promise Ruben was awesome! He made the process very easy. Communication was great! No back & forth xx like you’d deal with at other dealerships. They promise the best deal, give you the best deal! Would definitely recommend working with Ruben & Rio Vista Chevrolet! More
Other Employees Tagged: Ruben Ortiz
June 20, 2026
Easiest, kindest and most caring dealership I’ve ever worked with! Tyler, the sales manager was so responsive and helpful, and Jimmy was always available for questions and willing to help! The process fr worked with! Tyler, the sales manager was so responsive and helpful, and Jimmy was always available for questions and willing to help! The process from start to finish was a pleasure! More
Other Employees Tagged: Jimmy Sanchez, Tyler Smith
May 06, 2026
I recently purchased a vehicle from Rio Vista Chevrolet and the entire experience was outstanding—truly one of the best dealership visits I’ve ever had. From start to finish, the team made what can often b and the entire experience was outstanding—truly one of the best dealership visits I’ve ever had. From start to finish, the team made what can often be a stressful process feel smooth, enjoyable, and customer-focused. Ruben Ortiz, my sales rep, was phenomenal. He demonstrated deep product knowledge and expertise, patiently answering every question I had. What really stood out was his genuine friendliness, incredible attention to detail, and proactive follow-up throughout the process. Ruben consistently kept me informed and made sure everything was exactly right. He truly went the extra mile to ensure I was completely confident and happy with my decision. I also want to give a huge shout-out to Sales Manager Syd Wasem, who went above and beyond to secure an excellent financing rate with GMAC Financial. Syd’s persistence and expertise made a meaningful difference in the overall deal and showed how committed the leadership team is to taking care of customers. Finally, a special thank you to Eric Perez in finance. Once the paperwork was ready, Eric had me in and out quickly and efficiently—no unnecessary delays or complications. His professionalism made the final step of the process painless and pleasant. If you’re in the market for a new or pre-owned vehicle, I highly recommend Rio Vista Chevrolet. The combination of knowledgeable, friendly staff and a true commitment to customer satisfaction makes them stand out. I’ll definitely be back for my future vehicle needs and will be recommending them to friends and family. Thank you again to Ruben, Syd, Eric, and the whole Rio Vista team! More
Other Employees Tagged: Erick Perez, Ruben Ortiz
April 11, 2026
Marcia at Rio Vista has helped us twice now; pleasant experience! Will buy there again. experience! Will buy there again. More
Other Employees Tagged: Justin Begley, Marcia Ridpath
March 24, 2026
Rio Vista Chevrolet is great! I highly recommend purchasing a vehicle through them- Oscar was amazing to work with. He made the process super easy and smooth. Oscar and the dealer I highly recommend purchasing a vehicle through them- Oscar was amazing to work with. He made the process super easy and smooth. Oscar and the dealership are professional and very welcoming. More
Other Employees Tagged: Oscar Sanchez
March 19, 2026
I went in looking for a truck and daisy found the perfect one for me. I fell in love almost instantly! Daisy has done it once again! Third car we buy from her. one for me. I fell in love almost instantly! Daisy has done it once again! Third car we buy from her. More
Other Employees Tagged: Daisy Sloan-Liddell
March 19, 2026
I started acquiring about the truck Online and up purchasing the Truck with the great help and guidance of Daisy, I buy or lease about 3-4 cars every two to three years, I can confidently say this wa purchasing the Truck with the great help and guidance of Daisy, I buy or lease about 3-4 cars every two to three years, I can confidently say this was one if not the best experience I had leasing a car. Thank you Daisy and the entire team More
Other Employees Tagged: Daisy Sloan-Liddell
March 06, 2026
The best dealership in Santa Barbara County! We have purchased many vehicles from Rio Vista Chevrolet and will never shop anywhere else. The service is always outstanding, and the team truly mak We have purchased many vehicles from Rio Vista Chevrolet and will never shop anywhere else. The service is always outstanding, and the team truly makes you feel right at home. A huge thank you to Tyler Smith, Jim Sanchez, and Eric for consistently providing the best customer service. They are knowledgeable, friendly, and always go above and beyond to make the car buying experience smooth and enjoyable. If you’re looking for a dealership you can trust, this is the place to go! More
Other Employees Tagged: Jimmy Sanchez, Tyler Smith, Erick Perez, Oscar Sanchez

