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Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC Dealership Tacoma

Tacoma, WA

4.3
2,464 Reviews
Gilchrist was originally founded by James Gilchrist in 1927 when he opened a REO Motor Car Company dealership downtown.. In the 1940’s the dealership transitioned to selling Chrysler Plymouth automobiles. In the 1950’s the Gilchrist family added Borgward and Buick. James introduced his son, John Gilchrist Sr. into the automotive industry and John Sr. eventually became the dealer in the 1960’s. Opel was the next brand to be added during this time. John Sr. continued to serve the local Tacoma Community while raising his sons, John Jr. and Gary, into the industry. By late 1980’s the Gilchrist family had stepped away from all of the brands except Buick. John Sr. decided to grow from being just a Buick dealership to adding the Chevrolet franchise in 1988. In 1991 John Sr. passed the legacy along once again to his sons, John Jr. and Gary. In 2009 the Gilchrist family decided to grow the brand again and added GMC to the mix. After years of working in the dealership John’s daughter Stephanie and Gary’s son Nick have begun to transition the dealership into the fourth generation of Gilchrist’s. In the 90+ years of serving the local community, the Gilchrist family has been able to keep the dealership within the family and help countless other families get reliable vehicles at a great price.
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6014 S Tacoma Way

Tacoma, WA

98409

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February 14, 2025

Izzie was very mindful of what I wanted and she did everything she could to close me with what I asked for and honestly that's all that matters! First big girl purchase ! More

by marshaporter15
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Izzie Martinez
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Feb 14, 2025 -

Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC Dealership Tacoma responded

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Izzie provided you with the experience you deserved and helped you find exactly what you were looking for. Your first big purchase is such an exciting milestone, and we're honored to have been a part of it. Wishing you many happy miles ahead—welcome to the Gilchrist Auto family! Best, Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC of Tacoma

February 14, 2025

Fantastic customer service and great inventory of vehicles! Thank you for making car purchasing easy and enjoyable! More

by scparentadvocate
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Will Ketcham
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Tim Wells
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Thomas Tate
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Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC Dealership Tacoma responded

Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so happy to hear that Tim provided excellent service and helped you find the perfect vehicle. Customer satisfaction is our top priority, and it's great to know we met your expectations. Enjoy your new ride, and we look forward to serving you again in the future! Best, Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC of Tacoma

February 14, 2025

My experience exceeded my expectations. Delain worked above the bar to get what I wanted More

by pincockangie2010
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Steve Scott
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Delain Boorman
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Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC Dealership Tacoma responded

Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so happy to hear that Delain provided excellent service and helped you find the perfect vehicle. Customer satisfaction is our top priority, and it's great to know we met your expectations. Enjoy your new ride, and we look forward to serving you again in the future! Best, Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC of Tacoma

February 14, 2025

Delainie is amazing! He was able to get me approved when 5 other dealerships couldn’t get me done. Delainie thank you again! I love my corvette! More

by Corvettelover
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Zach Davis
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Delain Boorman
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Feb 14, 2025 -

Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC Dealership Tacoma responded

Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that you had a great experience with us at Gilchrist Auto. Our team works hard to provide top-notch service, and knowing we could make your car-buying process smooth and enjoyable truly means the world to us. Wishing you many miles of happiness in your new Corvette! If you ever need anything, don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re always here for you. Best regards, Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC of Tacoma

February 14, 2025

Delain made me feel very comfortable and relaxed during my car buying experience, not full of anxiety like other times. He’s very honest and forthright with information and explaining the numbers to me. I More

by 12n365
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Steve Scott
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Delain Boorman
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Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC Dealership Tacoma responded

Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so happy to hear that Delain made your car-buying process comfortable and stress-free. His honesty and transparency truly make a difference, and we appreciate your recommendation. Enjoy your new vehicle, and thank you for choosing Gilchrist of Tacoma! Best, Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC of Tacoma

February 13, 2025

They were all great, I would recommend them to my friends, thank you team Gilchrist. More

by henryshankle
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Shade Clark
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Will Ketcham
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Chloe Wongwui
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Izzie Martinez
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Juan Aguilar
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Zach Davis
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Thomas Tate
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Cici Hughes
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Tom MacDonald
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Nickolas Joseph
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Feb 13, 2025 -

Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC Dealership Tacoma responded

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with our team. Our goal is always to make the car-buying process smooth and enjoyable, and we're glad we could do that for you. Enjoy your new vehicle, and if you ever need anything, we're here to help! Best, Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC of Tacoma

February 13, 2025

Brian and David were great on my Sierra EV purchase! Will be back in the future for a GMC Yukon More

by Robert Hogan
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David Shubladze
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Brian Wright
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Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC Dealership Tacoma responded

Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so happy to hear that Brian provided excellent service and helped you find the perfect vehicle. Customer satisfaction is our top priority, and it's great to know we met your expectations. Enjoy your new ride, and we look forward to serving you again in the future! Best, Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC of Tacoma

February 12, 2025

Making appointment was easy, even when I had to rescheduled! Friendly and punctual! We will be back as this is our third vehicle from this dealer! More

by JMM06
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Ryan Tramm
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February 12, 2025

Working with Gilchrist Auto was one of the best car-buying experiences I’ve ever had. The entire team was friendly, funny, and easygoing, making the process feel laid-back and enjoyable. They opera More

by tanessa.sestito
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Sean-Karim Miller
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David Shubladze
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Juan Aguilar
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Feb 12, 2025 -

Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC Dealership Tacoma responded

Thank you so much for sharing your incredible experience with us! It truly means the world to hear that our team made your car-buying process enjoyable, stress-free, and memorable. We’re so glad that Sean, Juan, David, and our finance team provided the top-notch service we strive for—knowledgeable, transparent, and completely focused on you as a customer. Your kind words about our no-pressure approach and commitment to long-term relationships are exactly what we aim for, and it’s incredibly rewarding to know we made a lasting impression. We’re honored to have earned your trust and look forward to being your go-to dealership for years to come. Enjoy your new vehicle, and please don’t hesitate to reach out if you ever need anything! Best, Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC of Tacoma

February 12, 2025

Izzie was fantastic! From our first initial conversation, she had lots of patience for the millions of questions I had as well as having great knowledge for the vehicle I More

by Rsotelo_06
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Izzie Martinez
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Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC Dealership Tacoma responded

Wow! Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. We’re absolutely delighted to hear that Izzie provided you with such patient and knowledgeable service—she truly is fantastic! It’s wonderful to know that from the moment you walked in, our team made you feel welcomed and well taken care of. We also appreciate your kind words about our finance team; making the process smooth and transparent is always our goal. If you ever need anything in the future, don’t hesitate to reach out. Enjoy your new vehicle! Best, Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC of Tacoma