Jimmie Bletsch
Jimmie Bletsch at Columbia Ford Kia

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Sales Manager

Columbia Ford Kia

234 Willimantic Road, Route 6
Columbia, CT 06237

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4.7
577 Reviews

Dealership Experience

11 yrs, 2 mos

Industry Experience

26 yrs, 2 mos

Specialties & Trainings

Strong attention to detail and customer service.

4.7

577 Reviews

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577 Reviews of Jimmie Bletsch

February 16, 2026

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Always a quick in and out for the service department. Quick to answer any questions too More

by seth.i.kellogg
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Other Employees Tagged: Fernando Cruz, Brandon Slowik

Feb 16, 2026

Columbia Ford Kia responded

We’re happy to hear your Ford C-Max service visit was quick and our team answered your questions promptly. Thank you for the five-star rating, and we look forward to assisting you again. Mike Pahlas Service Manager mpahlas@columbiaford.com

February 07, 2026

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Service was friendly and timely. The waiting room was comfortable and clean. Coffee was available. More

by No
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Feb 07, 2026

Columbia Ford Kia responded

Thanks for the five-star rating! Jake and our service team are glad to hear your Sorento received friendly, efficient care and that the waiting area and coffee hit the mark.

February 05, 2026

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Great people to deal with, very welcoming. Came to an agreeable price for all parties, Deliver was flawless. Love the vehicle. More

by TMFARACI
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Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Michael Devine , Front desk people

Feb 05, 2026

Columbia Ford Kia responded

It’s wonderful to hear our team’s warm welcome and smooth delivery made your Chevrolet Corvette purchase enjoyable. Thank you for allowing us to find a price that worked for everyone. Enjoy your new ride and let us know if there’s anything we can assist with down the road.

January 21, 2026

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Experiences with all staff were excellent. Everyone was courteous and professional. The dealership facility is quite impressive. The average rating for speed of transaction is because our d More

by Lew and Kim
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Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Dale Thompson , Mike Piatek

Jan 22, 2026

Columbia Ford Kia responded

Lew and Kim, we truly appreciate the opportunity to do business with you. We do apologize for the long wait and appreciate your patience. Thanks for choosing Columbia Ford Kia! Eric Gates General Manager egates@columbiaford.com

August 19, 2025

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Above and beyond every time. Rush Wellington provided outstanding support by thoroughly answering all of my questions about the different models. I had been considering a downgra More

by ctop70
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August 06, 2025

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I had a great experience at Columbia Ford while searching for a vehicle. The staff was friendly, helpful, and easy to talk to. They went out of their way to try and help me find a car that met all my needs. More

by Klee6112
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Other Employees Tagged: Andy Caldwell

July 16, 2025

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I’m always treated respectfully at Columbia. I live quite a ways from the dealer and need to wait while my Kia is serviced. Service is always completed by or before the estimate given. More

by ralfbudd
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July 14, 2025

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My experience was so great. Jimmie contacted me immediately and was very friendly and accommodating. I also worked with Ryan, Jake, and Eli who were all fantastic. Overall I wou More

by J.latham45
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June 07, 2025

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My salesman Rush was very knowledgeable and helpful on making my decision. He wasn't pushy and force you into buying something that you didn't want. He made buying a new truck a pleasure. More

by mikeh6174
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May 31, 2025

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Rush and Jimmie were great to work with. Made buying a car an easy experience! More

by Bosox1228
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Other Employees Tagged: Rush Wellington

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