Tim Whitener
Tim Whitener at Paramount Kia of Hickory

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Sales

Paramount Kia of Hickory

1205 S Center St
Hickory, NC 28602

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5.0
306 Reviews

Dealership Experience

25 yrs, 6 mos

Industry Experience

25 yrs, 6 mos

Specialties & Trainings

Voted Catawba County's Finest Salesperson 2016

Kia Professional Elite Certified

5.0

306 Reviews

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306 Reviews of Tim Whitener

May 28, 2026

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Had a wonderful time there. Was treat very well and I’ll recommend this dealership and Tim to my friends and family. Thank you!!! More

by brooks602
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May 28, 2026

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

We’re thrilled you had a wonderful experience and appreciate you recommending us and Tim to your friends and family. Enjoy your new Kia and let us know if we can assist you in the future.

May 25, 2026

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Andre was a help in the start of the search but thanks to Andy and Tim I was able to move forward and close the deal. Tim was a pleasure to work with and making sure that they were able to drive the car back More

by tommieapettie
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Other Employees Tagged: Andre Jefferson

May 25, 2026

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

We’re grateful for your feedback about Andre’s support at the start and how Tim helped you close the deal on your new Kia. We’re glad Tim arranged delivery to Charlotte so you could surprise your wife. Congratulations on your purchase, and please let us know if we can assist again.

May 23, 2026

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Great experience with Simo. I felt that I gained a friend rather than a salesperson. More

by dpresnell10
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Other Employees Tagged: Simo Ouanzil

May 23, 2026

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

We’re delighted to hear you felt like you gained a friend in Simo. Congratulations on your new Kia and let us know if we can assist you further.

May 22, 2026

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It was a pleasure doing business at Paramount Kia. Everyone there is professional and nice. They made it so easy and pleasurable. I highly recommend this dealership! More

by jonesaf22
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Other Employees Tagged: Kaleb Green , Eli Reece 5 stars!

May 22, 2026

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

We’re delighted to learn the team made your purchase effortless and enjoyable. Thank you for choosing a new Kia and for recommending us. We look forward to your next visit.

May 18, 2026

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Tim and team were flexible, attentive, and pleasant to work with, excellent customer experience, I am very satisfied! More

by Sam Young
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Other Employees Tagged: Nick Thomas , Eli in Finance

May 18, 2026

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

We’re delighted to hear Tim and our team provided the flexibility and attentiveness you experienced. It’s great to know you had an excellent customer experience with your Kia. Please reach out if there’s anything else we can help you with.

May 05, 2026

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The salesman Tim Whitener was very helpful i rate him 10 Great place to buy a car More

by freda.pratt2449
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May 05, 2026

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

Thank you for giving Tim a top rating. We’re glad he made your new Kia K4 purchase smooth and enjoyable. Congratulations on your new vehicle and happy driving.

May 01, 2026

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I made a quick decision to buy a new car. Tim was extremely helpful, knowledgeable and patient. We had to switch gears in the middle of my visit to change to a completely different model. W More

by storey71
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Other Employees Tagged: Ryan Briggs

May 01, 2026

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

We’re glad Tim could guide you as you switched to a Kia Sportage that suited you better and finish the deal without any hassle. Thank you for returning the next day. Enjoy your new Sportage!

April 30, 2026

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The truck I just bought is my family’s third vehicle purchase from Paramount—they’re fantastic, and that’s why we keep coming back! More

by Gouldrichardp
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Apr 30, 2026

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

Thank you for returning for a Ford F-150 and sharing that your third purchase was so positive. Tim appreciates your continued trust and looks forward to helping you again.

April 29, 2026

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This was my first time purchasing a new car. Tim Whitener was wonderful. I first went to just test drive cars and he was very respectful of that. He didn't try to push me to do anything I wasn't More

by twinoaks2014
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Other Employees Tagged: Elijah Cole in finance

Apr 30, 2026

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

Congratulations on your first new Kia. We’re delighted Tim respected your pace and arranged to order your preferred color at the price you wanted. We look forward to welcoming you back.

April 14, 2026

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Tyler was awesome to work with! Understood my situation and was very eager to help me. The whole process took less than 30 minutes! Go see Tyler to get an amazing deal!! More

by Amy
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Other Employees Tagged: Ryan Briggs, Tyler Richey

Apr 14, 2026

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

It’s fantastic Tyler handled your situation so attentively and wrapped everything up in under 30 minutes. Thanks for recommending his support, and please reach out if we can help again.

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