Tyler Desmarest
Tyler Desmarest at Coastal Kia

Tyler Desmarest

Pre Owned Sales Manager

Coastal Kia

6115 Market St
Wilmington, NC 28405

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4.7
341 Reviews

Tyler started in the automotive business here at Coastal Kia two years ago. His professionalism, leadership skills, and attention to detail helped him to move up quickly from being a Product Specialist to Finance Manager. Tyler served six years in the Navy as an Intelligence Officer and was stationed at Oahu, Hawaii. During his off time, Tyler enjoys boating and spending time with his two Great Danes.

Dealership Experience

7 yrs, 8 mos

Industry Experience

7 yrs, 8 mos

Specialties & Trainings

Finance Manager

4.7

341 Reviews

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341 Reviews of Tyler Desmarest

March 21, 2026

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by tvlink817
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Other Employees Tagged: Steve Kramer, Isaiah Torres

Mar 21, 2026

Coastal Kia responded

Thank you! We appreciate the five star review and recognition for our team members. We strive to deliver a truly exceptional experience to every client during every visit. Thank you for trusting Coastal Kia.

December 28, 2025

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Super easy process & Tacoma was extremely helpful! He helped me get the exact car I wanted at a price I could afford. More

by pebuchanan21
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Other Employees Tagged: Guder "GQ" Quezada, Bill Pendleton , Tacoma Reda

Dec 29, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Wonderful news! Thank you for the five star review. We are pleased to hear Tacoma exceeded your expectations. Congratulations! It was thoughtful of you to rate so many of our team members. We appreciate it. Enjoy.

December 10, 2025

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This was an incredibly positive experience. Everyone from my salesman Nick to the Sales Manager was courteous, accommodating and professional. Also, I got an exceptional price. I have purchased More

by capstone2100
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Other Employees Tagged: Peggy Roberts, Jan Ramos , Five stars for my salesman Nick!

Dec 11, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Wonderful! Thank you for the five star review and high recommendations. We are thrilled to hear our team exceeded your expectations. We love the feedback including, "I have purchased many cars over the years and this was the best experience hands down!" Congratulations and thanks again.

December 10, 2025

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From the moment we got in the parking lot, we were met with professionalism. We were straightforward in what we could do and so were they. Left feeling like it was a win win on everyone's part. Will conti More

by jpribyl
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Other Employees Tagged: Riley Harlow

Dec 10, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Thank you! We appreciate the high marks and gracious compliments. We love the feedback including, "left feeling like it was a win win on everyone's part.... will continue shopping at Coastal Kia for a long time." Thanks again! We are here if you need us.

November 25, 2025

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I was in and with a great new Kia Seltos within 45 minutes. The Coastal Kia team is always friendly and great to work with. Will be back again! More

by Mark M.
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Other Employees Tagged: Isaiah Torres , Brandon Wright

Nov 25, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Congratulations on your recent Kia Seltos purchase! We appreciate the five star review and high marks for Tyler, Brandon and Isaiah. We love the feedback including, "the Coastal Kia team is always friendly and great to work with. " Enjoy! We are here if you need us.

November 14, 2025

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They did everything by the book , and they treated me with respect , and IThey did everything by the book and they treated me with respect , and I appreciate that The dealer went out of his way.Thank you More

by WILLIAMDAVIES571
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Other Employees Tagged: Steve Kramer, Cody Hamilton, Jan Ramos, Riley Harlow, Aiden Hanafin , Alex Gutierrez, Roland Matthews, Tacoma Reda, Brandon Wright

Nov 14, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Thank you for the amazing five star Dealer Rate review. It was kind of you to go online and rate your recent experience. We strive to deliver a truly exceptional experience to every client during every visit. Thank you for rating so many of our team members individually. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you need us. Thanks again!

September 10, 2025

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Brandon, GQ and Isaiah were very personable and professional. I hadn't bought a vehicle in a long time and they made the process easier than I expected. More

by lhhatlestad
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Other Employees Tagged: Uber Hernandez, Brandon Wright

Sep 11, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Wonderful news! Thank you! We sincerely appreciate the five star review. It was thoughtful of you to mention Brandon, GQ and Isaiah by name. Congratulations and enjoy! We are here if you need us.

August 19, 2025

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Jordan was amazing and did everything he could to get me the payment I wanted and needed in two separate vehicles. I would surely recommend Jordan to friends and family More

by psceltics33
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Other Employees Tagged: Patrick Koballa, Michael Mascavage, Guder "GQ" Quezada, Heber Quezada , Uber Hernandez, Jordan Royal

Aug 20, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Thank you for the high recommendations and five star rating. Congratulations! We are thrilled to hear Jordan Royal and our team exceeded your expectations. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you need us. Thanks again!

August 15, 2025

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I was very happy with the first experience of getting a new car. I would gladly go back to branding to purchase another car. More

by EDDIEDUDE_2005
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Other Employees Tagged: John Wigger, Bob Tomlin, Michael Mascavage , Brandon Wright

Aug 18, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Congratulations on your recent purchase. We truly appreciate the five star review and compliments for our team. Enjoy! We are here if you need us.

August 12, 2025

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Very easy to work with. Found what we wanted and drove away with it 90 minutes later. More

by mfarmistead
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Other Employees Tagged: Paul Grimaldo

Aug 12, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Great news! We appreciate the five star review and high marks for our sales team members. We love the feedback including, "found what we wanted and drove away with it 90 minutes later." We strive to deliver a truly exceptional experience to every client during every visit. Thank you for choosing Coastal Kia. Enjoy!

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