Sam Santiago was born and raised in the New Jersey shore area and attended Monmouth University as a Finance major. During that time, he started in the hotel business with a major hotel chain. He found that hospitality was a great fit for him so he stayed in the business after school as well. He moved to the Raleigh area in 2005. He worked several years with Hilton Hotels, where he met his future wife! Since then, he has become a family man and has two high energy boys! They have settled in the East Clayton area of Johnston County. Sam wanted a change from hotel management and to get sales experience, which is when he decided joining the Leith Auto Group sounded perfect! Sam's hobbies include hunting, golf, bowling, softball, weightlifting and most importantly, doing things his sons enjoy doing. Sam speaks Spanish as well and comes from a family of Puerto Rican descent, where he has visited many times.
Read moreDealership Experience
8 yrs, 2 mos
Industry Experience
8 yrs, 2 mos
Languages Spoken
English
Spanish
22 Reviews
Write a Review22 Reviews of Sam Santiago
June 04, 2024
Great experience. Sam was wonderful. Very professional and made everything run smoothly. Highly recommend this dealership. Sam was wonderful. Very professional and made everything run smoothly. Highly recommend this dealership. More
Other Employees Tagged: Jesse Medina
May 23, 2023
Second vehicle we've purchased from this dealership and both experiences have been top notch! This time we worked with Sam Santiago and although there were several delays in receiving the vehicle (all due both experiences have been top notch! This time we worked with Sam Santiago and although there were several delays in receiving the vehicle (all due to part shortages and transportation issues), Sam kept me informed every step of the way. When the vehicle did arrive, he thoroughly explained all the bells and whistles - first new vehicle for us in 7 years and first ever hybrid - and explained how everything worked. After that it was back to the finance room where we met with Derek Purcell to make the deal official. That process couldn't have been anymore seamless or expedient. Derek had all our paperwork prepped and ready to be signed - something we were very grateful for as my wife had hard out to pick up kids from school. Derek efficiently explained all the legal mumbo jumbo in terms we could easily understand and we made it through all the signatures in time for my wife to pick up the kiddos. All together, I was there for less than an hour and a half! I highly recommend checking out Leith Honda, and especially Sam and Derek! Thanks again guys! More
Other Employees Tagged: Derek Purcell
April 03, 2023
Sam Santiago at Leith was very courteous and professional. The process was so very simple, we received a good price for our vehicle, and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to buy or s professional. The process was so very simple, we received a good price for our vehicle, and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to buy or sell a vehicle. Good all around people! More
Other Employees Tagged: Nick ?, Ed ?
January 14, 2023
On a whim, we decided to check out a Honda Passport. Sam Santiago fit us in with no notice, and we sandwiched ourselves in between 2 other customers he was scheduled to work with. Sam was patient with u Sam Santiago fit us in with no notice, and we sandwiched ourselves in between 2 other customers he was scheduled to work with. Sam was patient with us, took the time to learn what was important to us. Sam shared his subject matter expertise on the features of the Passport and helped us compare other model options within the Honda lineup. We never felt pressured. We ended our day purchasing a Honda Passport. It was the easiest car buying experience we’ve ever had – and we’ve bought a lot of cars. More
Other Employees Tagged: Basir Naseri
November 10, 2022
Sam is a really good guy - Not pushy and really listens to the needs of the customer. We bought from him in 2019 and haven't missed a step in helping us purchase our new Highlander. Really blessed that he to the needs of the customer. We bought from him in 2019 and haven't missed a step in helping us purchase our new Highlander. Really blessed that he helped us with our family car More
October 19, 2022
Everything went great when we purchased our 2023 Odyssey. Highly recommend Leith Honda for the purchase of your next vehicle Highly recommend Leith Honda for the purchase of your next vehicle More
Other Employees Tagged: Derek Purcell
May 21, 2022
Allison is the best person to deal with when buying a car. The whole experience can be overwhelming and it was my first big purchase/lease. I told her what I wanted and discussed my finances and she made car. The whole experience can be overwhelming and it was my first big purchase/lease. I told her what I wanted and discussed my finances and she made it happen. She checked in on me periodically throughout the lease, assisted with setting up maintenance service appmts, sent me birthday and car anniversary cards, and when it came to the end of my lease she touched base to see if I needed help with options. She explained everything in that process and helped me with ensuring I was still saving money in the end. She is very knowledgeable, friendly and caring person. I was not just a customer or sale to her. She truly cares and was invested in my whole experience with Honda. She is no longer just my car salesman, but more of a friend now. Thanks Allison and I am so glad I found you 3years ago and made the decision to stick with you. If you are looking for someone you can count on and text/call with questions anytime before and after your purchase, Allison is your girl! More
Other Employees Tagged: Alison Davis
November 18, 2021
Great customer service, they were able to secure a car for me for a reasonable price. for me for a reasonable price. More
Other Employees Tagged: Brett Pendyck
October 26, 2021
Sam was amazing to work with. He was patient and courteous. He went above and beyond to make sure the vehicle I wanted would be there waiting for me. Once arriving at the dealership, Sam had everyth courteous. He went above and beyond to make sure the vehicle I wanted would be there waiting for me. Once arriving at the dealership, Sam had everything ready for me just as he said he would. The process was seamless. No haggling or back and forth to the manager. This was my first time buying from Leith and I will be back. If you’re in the market for a new or used vehicle, go see Sam Santiago. You won’t regret it. More
Other Employees Tagged: Tyra Prayer