Kris opened DLR in 2004 with the idea that the car business did not have to be business as usual. Built on 10 core principles you can still find written on his wall, by 2008 DLR had become the 2nd highest volume Internet Auction Retailer in the Nation. When not at work Kris is active in his local Church and enjoys spending time with his wife, Victoria and 2 children, Asher & Beckett. Kris Gaerlan GM….“What really drives this place is great people. Great employees make great businesses. It is just that simple" DLR Core Principles • Be honest • Be fair • Be valuable • Be trustworthy • Be willing to work for it • Do what you say you are going to do (say you will do something) • GOLDEN RULE • Treat coworkers and customers with the same regard • Act as if your family/children were watching you • Don’t dodge the question
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21 yrs, 8 mos
Industry Experience
28 yrs
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345 Reviews
Write a Review345 Reviews of Kris Gaerlan
November 20, 2025
Buying a car from Afton was a great experience. She was so knowledgeable and helpful throughout the process. The trade-in process was convenient and the service was 5 Star worthy! She was so knowledgeable and helpful throughout the process. The trade-in process was convenient and the service was 5 Star worthy! More
Other Employees Tagged: Afton Stark
November 14, 2025
Outstanding sales staff and finance team. We will definitely be return customers. The indoor showroom was very nice. Great selection to choose from. We will definitely be return customers. The indoor showroom was very nice. Great selection to choose from. More
Other Employees Tagged: Parveen Rajendran, Edgar Silva
October 24, 2025
This is by far the best car dealership I’ve encountered. They give you zero hassle and have always been 100% up front. I have bought 5 cars from Pete, and I’ve sent 6 sales his way from friends. I’ve been p They give you zero hassle and have always been 100% up front. I have bought 5 cars from Pete, and I’ve sent 6 sales his way from friends. I’ve been purchasing vehicles for 22 years (over 20 cars), and Pete is the at the top of my list. Only salesman I’ve ever referred people to. He’s always been very honest and upfront with me, and simply gets the job done fast. You want the best car buying experience you’ve ever had, this is the guy you go see. More
Other Employees Tagged: Pete Hankins, Parveen Rajendran
October 13, 2025
Dallas lease returns is extremely professional and easy to work with. Their customer service is second to none and Pete is the absolute best. to work with. Their customer service is second to none and Pete is the absolute best. More
Other Employees Tagged: Pete Hankins
September 26, 2025
Quaron with A K! Was the absolute best!! Very transparent! He let me know what I could do. As well as what I couldn't! He specializes in not so great credit as we Was the absolute best!! Very transparent! He let me know what I could do. As well as what I couldn't! He specializes in not so great credit as well! If you dont find what you want here. You dont really want a car! Best service Low miles Amazing warranty. Friendly atmosphere! More
Other Employees Tagged: Kerron Sayers, Bobby Nicholson, Ricky Brockway , Angelica 💙 💜
September 11, 2025
This is my seventh car I have bought from Dallas lease. For me, my husband, and kids. They always go above and beyond. I have recommended many people to go see Pete. For me, my husband, and kids. They always go above and beyond. I have recommended many people to go see Pete. More
Other Employees Tagged: Pete Hankins
September 01, 2025
I love the Dallas Lease. Returns and Yulian as well I’m always getting taking care of by Yulian on my purchases. He’s is so great with amazing attitude and attentive. Returns and Yulian as well I’m always getting taking care of by Yulian on my purchases. He’s is so great with amazing attitude and attentive. More
Other Employees Tagged: Alex Al-Khafaji, Roel Ortiz, Yulian Equihua, Ricky Brockway
September 01, 2025
I’ve purchased 5–6 vehicles from Dallas Lease Returns (DLR) over the years, and four of those were directly with Pete Hankins, who has become my go-to agent for both cars and trucks. Every single vehicle (DLR) over the years, and four of those were directly with Pete Hankins, who has become my go-to agent for both cars and trucks. Every single vehicle I’ve bought through Pete and DLR has been excellent, reliable, well-priced, fair, and exactly as represented. What sets Pete apart is the white-glove, concierge-level service he provides. He consistently goes the extra mile to make sure the buying experience is smooth, efficient, and tailored to my needs. I rarely buy from anyone else, and the few times I have, I’ve been disappointed, because Pete and the DLR team have set such a high bar. If you’re looking for professionalism, integrity, and someone who genuinely puts the customer first, I highly recommend Pete Hankins and Dallas Lease Returns. More
Other Employees Tagged: Pete Hankins, Parveen Rajendran, Ricky Brockway
August 29, 2025
At risk of sounding cliche, my experience with Ty Jones at Dallas Lease Returns was the easiest and most pleasurable car purchase I’ve ever had! Ty went above and beyond, and was consistently professional, at Dallas Lease Returns was the easiest and most pleasurable car purchase I’ve ever had! Ty went above and beyond, and was consistently professional, knowledgeable, and transparent. Furthermore, I greatly appreciated the “no pressure” approach to the deal. I would recommend Dallas Lease Returns to anyone looking at buying a vehicle. I will most certainly be buying vehicles from Ty for as long as she is selling them, and will highly recommend her to my friends and family. More
Other Employees Tagged: Ty Jones
August 18, 2025
It is the best experience on buying a vehicle this is the 3rd one I have bought from them and each time has been a pleasure if you are looking to buy a vehicle check them out they are the best ask for Aton s 3rd one I have bought from them and each time has been a pleasure if you are looking to buy a vehicle check them out they are the best ask for Aton she is the best works very hard to get the deal you need More
Other Employees Tagged: Alex Al-Khafaji, Roel Ortiz, Afton Stark, Parveen Rajendran, Ricky Brockway

