Dealership Experience
6 yrs, 11 mos
Industry Experience
7 yrs, 1 mo
Languages Spoken
English
13 Reviews
Write a Review13 Reviews of Richard Van Akin
July 30, 2024
Best place to buy a car! They went above and beyond for my family buying our car. Made us feel very comfortable and part of the family. They went above and beyond for my family buying our car. Made us feel very comfortable and part of the family. More
Other Employees Tagged: Nick Dionas
November 05, 2021
New to Subaru…have always driven Toyotas. Very pleased with my Forester and all the help from Ben, Rich, and Nick. They made us feel welcome and answered all our questions. Looking forward to being a regu with my Forester and all the help from Ben, Rich, and Nick. They made us feel welcome and answered all our questions. Looking forward to being a regular customer. More
Other Employees Tagged: Nick Dionas , Ben
February 26, 2021
This is my second car I bought from them. You have to be ready and do your homework if you are going to get the best deal possible. The day I walked in, Richard is of course following what the boss says. I ready and do your homework if you are going to get the best deal possible. The day I walked in, Richard is of course following what the boss says. I brought a quote from a different dealer and they are supposed to beat that quote but they were $300 higher.and they gave me some off the wall excuse. They also have a 1.9% interest but they are not upfront with that. So, I walked out. Richard then texted me and said the boss said he'll give what I wanted except the Free oil change. Two days later the General Manager emailed me and asked me what happened to my visit so I told him everything and guess what, Richard called me and said "come in and we'll give you what you want.... More
February 16, 2021
Just bought my third car with Peninsula Subaru. They are honest, they don't play the games, we love the cars, the value ,safety features , and the staff in the mechanics shop, Nick assisted me in also findi honest, they don't play the games, we love the cars, the value ,safety features , and the staff in the mechanics shop, Nick assisted me in also finding my salesperson, they all so to go the extra mile for you . I also love that we get a lifetime of oil changes. They are trustworthy and don't waste your time. I also really respect that they take Sunday off putting their employees and families above profit, unusual and refreshing today. Carmen was a fabulous, kind, and a direct sales person. Richard helped us in the financing, they have all been quality staff, they even went out of their way to make this a safe and healthy experience during Covid. Subaru in general , is involved in many charitable organizations that help our local communities, they seem to care about people-Thank you! More
Other Employees Tagged: Carmen-amazing. Nick Ferraro
November 09, 2020
Richard helped me and I purchased a 2021 crosstrek.Loved Richard helped me and I purchased a 2021 crosstrek. Loved the service but Salt did overly push add-ons. Did Not like that! Overall I was very happy Richard helped me and I purchased a 2021 crosstrek. Loved the service but Salt did overly push add-ons. Did Not like that! Overall I was very happy and will shop there on the future More
September 28, 2020
I am so happy with my new Outback and extremely satisfied with the customer service and attention I received at Peninsula Subaru. Internet Rep John Zonker worked with me online such that I already knew compl with the customer service and attention I received at Peninsula Subaru. Internet Rep John Zonker worked with me online such that I already knew complete pricing without hidden fees before I even visited the dealership. Once there, Sales Associate Richard Van Akin was knowledgeable about my vehicle and I found him cheerful, pleasant and trustworthy. My experience at Peninsula was low stress and enjoyable. I recommend this family owned business without hesitation. More
Other Employees Tagged: John Zonker
August 16, 2020
They have mastered the art of customer care Best dealership I have ever worked with. Their customer service is flawless-both service and sales departments. Their employees are sharp, honest and Best dealership I have ever worked with. Their customer service is flawless-both service and sales departments. Their employees are sharp, honest and truly want to understand your needs. They know how to build relationships and again, truly care about their customers and it shows in everything they do. More
Other Employees Tagged: Madeline O'Connor, Nick Dionas
June 18, 2020
absolutely interested JJ listened to our needs and picked out the test car that coincidently exactly matched the picture of the sticker for a specific model on hand that we JJ listened to our needs and picked out the test car that coincidently exactly matched the picture of the sticker for a specific model on hand that we had selected before we arrived. The Forester met / exceeded what we had read. The most difficult time was phoning the credit bureau to get our "freeze" lifted so we could get the loan. Well done to all at Peninsula Subaru. More
Other Employees Tagged: Salvatore Gatto, Nick Dionas, JJ Krecker
June 06, 2020
Bought our 5th Subaru Outback from Peninsula Subaru in 27 years a few days ago. Great overall experience working with DJ and Richard. DJ found the car we wanted, Limited model but no sun roof, and we could years a few days ago. Great overall experience working with DJ and Richard. DJ found the car we wanted, Limited model but no sun roof, and we could not be happier. Overall great service with ease of purchase without pressure. More
Other Employees Tagged: DJ Dougherty, Nick Dionas
January 27, 2020
I came dow. To Peninsula Subaru a few months back when the snow had just started to hit the area. Despite the cold weather they were more than accommodating to help me find a car that would fit my situati the snow had just started to hit the area. Despite the cold weather they were more than accommodating to help me find a car that would fit my situation. It was a relatively streamline transaction and I would not hesitate to do business here again. More
Other Employees Tagged: Kory Hudson, Nick Dionas