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Gateway Chevrolet
Avondale, AZ
8,157 Reviews
Joe Gambino, Sr has had a passion for cars since he was a young boy. Growing up in Brooklyn, New York he was afforded many opportunities, but none compared to his dreams of one day owning his own car dealership.
In 1956 Mr. Gambino and his wife moved to Phoenix, AZ and purchased Bobby Unser Chevrolet in 1983. The store was renamed Joe Gambino Chevrolet shortly thereafter. For years, Mr. Gambino lived the life he had always dreamed of and enjoyed the privilege of being the furthest Chevrolet dealer west in the country. People flocked from miles around to visit Joe Gambino Chevrolet because of their honest, up-front business model: We're not completely satisfied until you're completely satisfied.At Joe Gambino's Gateway Chevrolet, we believe a trusting relationship with our customers is the best way to run a business. We don't just want one-time customers; we want you to purchase vehicles from us for generations to come. We want you to become a part of the Gateway Chevrolet family, and believe, just as Joe Gambino, Sr did, that a family run business is the best type of business.
A lot of things have changed over the years, but two things remain the same. A family owned business with over 30 years of experience in the Phoenix, Scottsdale, Glendale and greater Arizona area, and our philosophy: we're not completely satisfied until you're completely satisfied.
In 1997, Joe Gambino Chevrolet became Gateway Chevrolet and in January 2002, they moved from their old location on East Van Buren to a brand-new state of the art facility in the Avondale Automall located at 9901 W. Papago Freeway. The new location provided expanded service bays, comfortable customer areas and even more room for inventory; but most importantly, an ease of business that can only be translated into happy customers.Joe Gambino, Sr has a son Joseph (or Joe Jr.) Joe Jr's affinity for rare automobiles and to be just like his dad led him into the business at a young age. When Joe Jr was 23, he became a sales person at Gateway Chevrolet. His determination for success and perfection led him up through the ranks until 2010 when he became the General Manager of Gateway Chevrolet. Committed to selling cars at a great price and maintaining a positive relationship with the community, Joe Gambino, Jr. and Joe Gambino's Gateway Chevrolet have become a staple in the Phoenix and Greater Arizona area.
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Sales/Showroom
Monday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Monday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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Monday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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May 21, 2018
Great experience This was a great experience overall. I bought a 2018 Silverado and the whole process went well. My sales rep Tim Lemont made the sale for sure by work This was a great experience overall. I bought a 2018 Silverado and the whole process went well. My sales rep Tim Lemont made the sale for sure by working with me a couple weeks out and then patiently answering my questions and supporting the negotiations. Recommending this dealership and Tim Lemont to all future buyers I speak with! More
by JAD520
Employees Worked With
Tim Lemont
May 21, 2018
Howard Thaler Howard worked very hard at getting me into a new 2018 Chevrolet Trax that helps me with my disability. He was great throughout the whole process and m Howard worked very hard at getting me into a new 2018 Chevrolet Trax that helps me with my disability. He was great throughout the whole process and made me feel very comfortable. He handled me and my daughter as if we were the only customers in the sales rooms that to me was wonderful if you ever need a new car go down to see Howard, Yoli Pena and Toni Castel De Oro. They are his management team and they were very kind and walked us through the process so that we would not be lost in all the paperwork. Like I said mention my name Eleina Flanders sent me and they will treat you right More
by eflands
Employees Worked With
Howard Thaler, Yoli Pena, Tony Castel de Oro
May 20, 2018
great people they have great customer service and they will work with you and with what you can afford there very friendly I would recommend this dealership they have great customer service and they will work with you and with what you can afford there very friendly I would recommend this dealership More
by carreno123
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Alfonso Gastelum
May 20, 2018
Great experience It was our first time getting a car in a dealership and alfonso was very helpful. He made sure that we felt comfortable at all times. He was very unde It was our first time getting a car in a dealership and alfonso was very helpful. He made sure that we felt comfortable at all times. He was very understanding. I would greatly recommend this dealership. More
by Ramona123
Employees Worked With
Alfonso Gastelum
May 18, 2018
Quick and easy first car buying experience Howard Thaler worked out a deal over the phone before we came in and held true to what he promised. I was taken care of and made comfortable through w Howard Thaler worked out a deal over the phone before we came in and held true to what he promised. I was taken care of and made comfortable through what I expected to have been a very stressful and drawn out process. The entire team made this first time buy painless and I am so appreciative for what they were able to do for me. More
by Ashley17
Employees Worked With
Howard Thaler
May 12, 2018
Satisfying Alfonso was nice off the bat and welcoming, he was able to work with me and offered me a deal on a Camaro that I could not refuse. Alfonso was nice off the bat and welcoming, he was able to work with me and offered me a deal on a Camaro that I could not refuse. More
by Ilovecars1
Employees Worked With
Alfonso Gastelum
May 10, 2018
The best place to buy a new car. Tim Lemont is the best sales consultant, he is very knowledgeable about the vehicles. All the managers are very attentive and quick response to any qu Tim Lemont is the best sales consultant, he is very knowledgeable about the vehicles. All the managers are very attentive and quick response to any questions or concerns. Its like the best place to buy your new car. You are family to everyone from sales to service. I am so thankful for Tim Lemont, he truly wants you to be happy with your choice of vehicle. Human kindness at it's best. Thank you Tim for everything. Thank you Gateway Chevy for always being the best. More
by Wakeman7
May 09, 2018
Another new truck from Gateway Chevy. Fast & Easy Howard Thaler runs a good dealership, from sales to the service department! Just traded my 2014 Silverado for a 2018. This was my second new Silvera Howard Thaler runs a good dealership, from sales to the service department! Just traded my 2014 Silverado for a 2018. This was my second new Silverado from them and they made it very smooth and easy to do. Thanks Guys. More
by RandyinArizona
Employees Worked With
Howard Thaler, Howard Thaler
May 07, 2018
Like Pulling Teeth!!! When this dealership could not do a trade for 2018 SS Camaro I went to another dealer and made the deal. I cancelled my Service Plan and Extended Warr When this dealership could not do a trade for 2018 SS Camaro I went to another dealer and made the deal. I cancelled my Service Plan and Extended Warranty with this dealership over a month ago; at the time of cancellation their system was unable to advise me as to the refund amount and they would have to get back to me with that as well as the ETA of refund. I have called and left messages twice in addition to my original visit with Finance and have yet to hear back from anyone at this dealership. I am very unhappy with the lack of response and will NOT recommend this dealer based on my experience!!! More
by robertgss3
May 05, 2018
EXCELLENT 110% I have bought a new vehicle every two to three years for eons. So I have done this just a little. I worked with Eric Martinez sales who was very kno I have bought a new vehicle every two to three years for eons. So I have done this just a little. I worked with Eric Martinez sales who was very knowledgeable on my Silverado. He left nothing to question. I also worked with General Manager Mr. Howard Thaler who bent over backwards professionally to make sure I was pleased with my truck and deal. I can't say enough about this dealership. Eric is a very polite, knowledgeable sales person as I am sure all the sales staff at Gateway is. More
by Walt AZ
Employees Worked With
Howard Thaler
