Eric Gates
Eric Gates at Columbia Ford Kia

Eric Gates | Page 20

General Manager

Columbia Ford Kia

234 Willimantic Road, Route 6
Columbia, CT 06237

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579 Reviews

Eric is happily married to his wife, Katharine and lives in Stonington with their 2 children Ollie and Bella. His motivation to help people buy, trade, sell, fix, repair, maintain and improve their automotive situations shines through and is proven by the thousands of people he has affected. He is an avid athlete and sports fan. Eric is a hometown fan of the New England Patriots, Boston Celtics and Boston Red Sox, and he will certainly let you know about it. Eric has been around the business for his entire life, and he has been playing with cars since he could touch the pedals. He has been certified in 8 different car manufacturers, so he certainly knows his stuff. Come in and meet him, he will always go above and beyond, no matter who you are!

Dealership Experience

11 yrs, 5 mos

Industry Experience

41 yrs, 4 mos

Specialties & Trainings

NADA Graduate

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579 Reviews

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579 Reviews of Eric Gates

October 24, 2019

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Getting a great truck I went in to trade in my truck and felt very welcomed and comfortable with the staff and environment. Matt and Eric were a pleasure to work with and v More

by Eric
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Other Employees Tagged: Matt Milici

October 21, 2019

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Great Job Very professional also everyone was helpful and informative As the process of purchasing the vehicle went along questions were always answered in a More

by JC
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Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Craig Gates , Tony Mauro

October 15, 2019

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Great customer service After battling with other dealerships a friend of mine referred me to Columbia ford to look at a vehicle they had. I drove in around 5:45pm on a Monda More

by Sam
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Other Employees Tagged: Timothy Bassett

October 10, 2019

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Price was right. Staff was nice. The most pleasant experience i ever had in a dealership. They took care of all the paperwork. No trips to the dmv and they made me feel like a local. Me and wife bough More

by BDZ
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Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler , John Senick

October 07, 2019

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They provide very prompt and efficient service. Their escort to and from work is an awesome service.Every time I’ve called for pick up to return to get my vehicle they have been very prompt with in 15 to More

by Denim
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Other Employees Tagged: Craig Gates, Joe Berube, Bobby Eskey, Mike Pahlas, Joe Brochu , Rob Landry, Rachel Rolli

September 28, 2019

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Excellent customer service, knowledgeable and professional Matt was very helpful from start to finish. Every question was answered promptly, refreshments were provided and the overall experience was great. I w More

by Ckelly817
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Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler , Matt Milici

September 27, 2019

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Great shopping experience Columbia let's me shop the way I like and give me a to the point deal that need little to no haggling. They are always fair on trade and treat me well More

by Jwirtes
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Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Mike Pahlas , Timothy Bassett, Henry Gregoire

September 27, 2019

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Awesome car buying experience. They found the used car that I was looking for with everything I wanted for options. Even better, it was in my price range. This is my fourth buying More

by caraF-150
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Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Denny Gates , Tony Mauro

September 20, 2019

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Super Duty purchase Excellent sales team, I worked with Tony and Eric on my new Super Duty purchase and couldn't be happier! Thanks! I will return to Columbia Ford for al More

by seldencove
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Other Employees Tagged: Tony Mauro

September 19, 2019

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New buyer I was very pleased with my level of care at the dealership. I was a little overwhelmed with the ferocity that they try to get my business, but i was p More

by Funderwoodjr1986
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Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler , Henry Gregoire

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