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Eric Gates
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558 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!
Read moreDealership Experience
9 yrs, 10 mos
Industry Experience
39 yrs, 9 mos
Specialties & Trainings
NADA Graduate
558 Reviews
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558 Reviews of Eric Gates
November 13, 2024
They have a great sale dept. Warm and inviting atmosphere with breakfast joint to boot. Highly recommended. Warm and inviting atmosphere with breakfast joint to boot. Highly recommended. More
by capebreez1
Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Michael Devine
October 02, 2024
Thank you Jordan Handfield for a seamless transition into a new car! Columbia Ford is always there for me! a new car! Columbia Ford is always there for me! More
by dayna gallivan
Other Employees Tagged: Denny Gates, Craig Gates, Mike Pahlas , Jordan Handfield
September 23, 2024
They were attentive to my concerns on my vehicle and communicated thoroughly throughout the process. communicated thoroughly throughout the process. More
by jim_jezierski
Other Employees Tagged: Bobby Eskey, Andy Caldwell
September 15, 2024
Great deals and fast service! The people at Columbia Ford will get you a great deal!! The people at Columbia Ford will get you a great deal!! More
by andrew51203
Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, John Senick , Alisa Velasquez
July 07, 2024
Personal service is always the best at Columbia Ford. Jordan was professional, prompt and always had a smile! Thank you for making my car buying experience a 10! Jordan was professional, prompt and always had a smile! Thank you for making my car buying experience a 10! More
by Dayna Gallivan
Other Employees Tagged: Mike Pahlas , Jordan Handfield, Alisa Velasquez
June 05, 2024
Smooth transaction! I would buy from Columbia Ford again! Beautiful showroom, and excellent friendly staff. I would buy from Columbia Ford again! Beautiful showroom, and excellent friendly staff. More
by joeycohn
Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Jay Roderick , Jordan Handfield
May 06, 2024
3 new vehicles purchased from them. Have always had a fabulous experience with the staff with no issues. The pleasant atmosphere even extends to the service staff doing the scheduled m Have always had a fabulous experience with the staff with no issues. The pleasant atmosphere even extends to the service staff doing the scheduled maintenance. More
by T Jolley
Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Michael Devine
March 26, 2024
Always pleasant staff provide dedicated, fast, and correct service to my vehicles. Parts readily available and time required is communicated well. correct service to my vehicles. Parts readily available and time required is communicated well. More
by Denim
Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Joe Berube, Bobby Eskey, Mike Pahlas, Andy Caldwell, Fernando Cruz , Noah Calovis, Keith Herzig, Brian Roush
March 16, 2024
Everyone was very friendly and Jordan helped me by explaining purchase and lease options. Once I decided to lease, the transaction went very smoothly. Jordan explained all of the new technology on th explaining purchase and lease options. Once I decided to lease, the transaction went very smoothly. Jordan explained all of the new technology on the KIA and said he would be available if I had additional questions after driving the car! More
by Judy.hendrickson
Other Employees Tagged: Jordan Handfield, Alisa Velasquez
March 13, 2024
Amazing dealership unlike any other I've been too. Highly recommend! Sales and Financing team were amazing, fair, and incredibly easy to work with. Highly recommend! Sales and Financing team were amazing, fair, and incredibly easy to work with. More
by gayles
Other Employees Tagged: Jay Roderick
