VanDevere Buick
Akron, OH
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I worked with Tom Fiala, super nice guy. I have bought many cars over the years from probably 6 or 8 dealerships and i have to say, this was the best experience so far. The sales process was direct an many cars over the years from probably 6 or 8 dealerships and i have to say, this was the best experience so far. The sales process was direct and to the point. They priced their cars in such a way that you don't need to haggle like crazy, because the price they're asking is already fair. I did my homework on the internet to see what the best prices were for the vehicle I wanted, and theirs was the best price. But even beyond the asking price of the car, there were many other things I liked about the process. For one, the Trade In Value they offered is straight forward. You can even do it yourself before you go in. They used the AutoTrader.com tool to establish your trade value. AutoTrader.com's trade estimator said my trade was worth $7997, and that's exactly what they gave me. Fair, and straightforward. Conversely, we also went down the street to another dealership, and they only offered us $6000 for the same trade. The other company's salesman seemed to indicate 'well, maybe we can do better'....but why bother! At Vandevere, you get the fair and best price on the car up front, and the fair and best trade value up front. Why kill yourself with all the haggling elsewhere? On the car we ended up buying, Tom indicated that it was a fresh trade and it hadn't had its mechanical inspection yet by the service department. So, if they found anything, they may need the car and extra day or two to remedy any items they weren't happy with. So, the next day when I called, Tom told me that they felt the brakes were under tolerance, so they were installing new rotors and pads at no cost to me. Did you hear that? AFTER we already closed on the deal, they put on new rotors and pads at their expense, because it was the right thing to do for the customer. Who else does that? When we closed on the deal, we had indicated there were a few items we would like fixed before deliver. Minor items, a loose piece of trim, broken knob...stuff like that. They didn't give us any issue, and fixed everything right the first time, and it was right when we picked up the car. The finance department was very helpful. I had actually already arranged financing in advance and had a blank check in my hand from my bank. The terms of the deal I struck with my bank, would have required me to put about $2000 down on the car. I could have done that, but didn't really want to if i could help it. The finance manager asked if he might see if he could get a better deal with one of his banks. Within 10-15 minutes he can back with 2 offers from their banks, better than the one from my bank. I ended up saving half a point on interest, and didn't have to put any money down. That half a percent will certainly add up over the years, and I'm glad I let him check before just using what I brought. At the end of the deal, everyone here is up front and to the point. No messing around. I will buy here again. More
Randy was very knowledgeable and worked on my timetable. He listened well and provided suggestions and ideas after processing what I said. There was a huge selection of cars and Randy guided me through the He listened well and provided suggestions and ideas after processing what I said. There was a huge selection of cars and Randy guided me through the advantages of each. More
Dave always kept me informed of what was going on with my car when he said he would. He was friendly and went above and beyond to get cost-effective work done. car when he said he would. He was friendly and went above and beyond to get cost-effective work done. More
Great service. Randy found me exactly what I needed. He was patient and helpful, listened to my concerns, and didn't try to push me into anything. was patient and helpful, listened to my concerns, and didn't try to push me into anything. More
The customer service was absolutely excellent! Having called prior to, once we arrived at the dealership, Randy helped us immediately by finding another sales associate, Patty, to help us because he was called prior to, once we arrived at the dealership, Randy helped us immediately by finding another sales associate, Patty, to help us because he was already with another customer. Everyone was extremely helpful and friendly by answering EVERY question we had and making sure we understood every detail about the lease and warranties for my amazing, new Kia! They found us a great deal on the exact Kia Soul that I wanted and even worked with us after we received the car. An excellent dealership all around! Thanks again everyone! More
I needed a new (in my case used) car. My old one was clearly starting its path down the road of deterioration. I called a few dealers and this was the first that wasn't cramming numbers and crap down my clearly starting its path down the road of deterioration. I called a few dealers and this was the first that wasn't cramming numbers and crap down my throat. They didn't push me out of my comfort zone and helped me get into the car I wanted, not the one they did. I would go back in a second and I will be for the free car washes. Randy was personable and took care of everything. I was impressed and happy to have met him. I feel comfortable that I can contact him anytime in the future and he will do all he can to help. If and when I need a new car, I will be going to him. Thank you. More
Having bought only one new car back in 1973,I avoid car sales people like the plague. After reading and computer researching I decided KIA was the car to buy if I was going to buy new. I'm glad that I sho sales people like the plague. After reading and computer researching I decided KIA was the car to buy if I was going to buy new. I'm glad that I shopped VanDevere. Randy and Josh were very helpful in introducing my wife and I to the Kia line. They made our purchase of a Sportage a very easy experience. Thank you very much, John and Robin Cespedes More
Randy Browne is a car salesmen who acts with integrity and honesty, a rare find. He is helpful and willing to go the extra mile to ensure that you are completely satisfied with all elements of your automo and honesty, a rare find. He is helpful and willing to go the extra mile to ensure that you are completely satisfied with all elements of your automobile purchase. Randy is able to match your specific car needs with all available options, finding the right car to match your needs. A great car buying experience, once again. This is the 3rd vehicle that we have purchased from him and will continue as long as he is selling them! More
Great customer service. No nonsene and straight the point! I would recommend this dealership to anyone not looking for gimmicks or the usual "bs" that is found at a lot of other dealerships. point! I would recommend this dealership to anyone not looking for gimmicks or the usual "bs" that is found at a lot of other dealerships. More
Randy Browne helped me the second I walked in the door. I had a very nice car going in and just wanted something new. Randy Browne helped me upgrade to a beautiful new car and helped in working wth an afford had a very nice car going in and just wanted something new. Randy Browne helped me upgrade to a beautiful new car and helped in working wth an affordable option. He had a very good understanding of what I wanted right away and did everything in his power to achieve that. More