Tyler Desmarest
Tyler Desmarest at Coastal Kia
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Tyler Desmarest

Pre Owned Sales Manager

Coastal Kia

6115 Market St
Wilmington, NC 28405

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4.7
328 Reviews

Tyler started in the automotive business here at Coastal Kia two years ago. His professionalism, leadership skills, and attention to detail helped him to move up quickly from being a Product Specialist to Finance Manager. Tyler served six years in the Navy as an Intelligence Officer and was stationed at Oahu, Hawaii. During his off time, Tyler enjoys boating and spending time with his two Great Danes.

Dealership Experience

6 yrs, 8 mos

Industry Experience

6 yrs, 8 mos

Specialties & Trainings

Finance Manager

4.7

328 Reviews

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328 Reviews of Tyler Desmarest

March 05, 2025

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Very happy about my new purchase. Cody and the staff were very courteous and polite. Just enjoying my new car everyday.will recommend Costal Kia too my friends. More

by Rudolph.a.williams
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Yes

Other Employees Tagged: Cody Hamilton

Mar 06, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

We love this! Thank you so much! We sincerely appreciate the five star review and gracious compliments. We are thrilled to hear our Product Specialist, Cody Hamilton, and Preowned Sales Manager, Tyler Desmarest, exceeded your expectations. Congratulations and enjoy! Thank you for choosing Coastal Kia. Your high recommendations are greatly appreciated as well.

March 05, 2025

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I generally hate shopping for cars- but between Brandon, Sarah and Kristen, the process was actually kind of fun! I knew what I wanted, Sarah was quick to help me answer all my questions over the phone and More

by pacmanlover25
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Mar 06, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Thank you! Your amazing purchase testimonial is greatly appreciated. Thank you for the high marks and gracious comments. We are thrilled to hear our team was able to "change your perspective on car dealerships!" Congratulations and enjoy!

March 03, 2025

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Everyone was helpful and worked to meet our needs. Cody listened to our needs and was able to set us up in a new Niro. More

by Geo and
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Other Employees Tagged: Cody Hamilton

Mar 03, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Kia Niro! We truly appreciate the five star review and compliments for our Product Specialist Cody Hamilton. It was thoughtful of you to go online and share your recent purchase experience. Enjoy! We are here if you have any questions or need anything.

February 26, 2025

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Tyler was insanely rude from the second I walked in the door I was looking to test drive a Audi that I was willing to purchase that day he walks up to me and asks “will you buy the car or just going to tes More

by Tyler
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Feb 26, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Thank you for your feedback. We apologize for your frustration. We pride ourselves on providing a truly exceptional experience to every client during every visit. We would like to discuss your recent visit in detail. Please reach out to our Operations Manager Peggy Roberts at 910-798-4706. We look forward to your call. Thank you

February 24, 2025

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Our experience buying a used vehicle with Coastal Kia was great. We had a very good salesman in Jack and he helped to get us a deal that we were comfortable with and into a vehicle only 2 years old with less More

by Jem63
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Other Employees Tagged: Isaiah Torres, Jack Smith

Feb 24, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Fantastic! Thank you for the amazing testimonial and high recommendations. We love the feedback including, "our experience buying a used vehicle with Coastal Kia was great." It is wonderful to hear how our Product Specialist Jack Smith exceeded your expectations. We strive to deliver a truly exceptional experience to every client during every visit. Thank you for choosing Coastal Kia. Congratulations!

February 23, 2025

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Amazing dealership! Brandon Wright went out of his way to make sure I was very happy with my purchase. More

by fireball0
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Other Employees Tagged: Brandon Wright, Isaiah Torres

Feb 24, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Great news! Congratulations! Thank you for the five star review and compliments for our Product Specialist Brandon Wright. It was thoughtful of you to go online and share your experience. We appreciate it. Enjoy!

January 20, 2025

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We had an amazing experience at this dealership. They were efficient and easy to work with. We had a newborn in tow and they made the experience painless. I would definitely buy a car from this deal More

by mldhervey
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Other Employees Tagged: Steve Kramer, Jan Ramos

Jan 23, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Wonderful news! We appreciate the five star review. Congratulations and enjoy! It was thoughtful of you to take time to go online and share your recent purchase experience. Thank you for the high recommendations as well. We are here if you need us. Thanks again!

December 22, 2024

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Nothing special, just another car dealership that smiles and then lies to your face. What a horrible way to make a living, I couldn’t do it. More

by bobc72160
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Other Employees Tagged: Steve Kramer, Michael Mascavage

Dec 23, 2024

Coastal Kia responded

Mr. Comple, thank you for speaking with our Operations Manager Peggy Roberts. We appreciate the feedback and hope you enjoy your new 2025 Kia Sportage. We are here if you need us. Thanks again

December 11, 2024

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The dealership was professional, helpful and informative. They explained my options dealing with lease turn-in, buyout and possibilities of leasing a new vehicle. They then helped me lease a new Sportage. More

by JOSH610
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Other Employees Tagged: Brandon Wright, Isaiah Torres

Dec 12, 2024

Coastal Kia responded

Congratulations on your recent Kia Sportage purchase! We appreciate the five star review and gracious compliments. Enjoy! We are here if you need us.

November 19, 2024

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I was very pleased with Coastal Kia. Everyone that I was in contact with was very professional and nice. To me they went above and beyond to help me get the car I wanted. Thank you so More

by scgirlforsure
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Other Employees Tagged: Drew Belk

Nov 19, 2024

Coastal Kia responded

Thank YOU! We appreciate the kind words. We love the feedback including, "I was very pleased with Coastal Kia. To me they went above and beyond to help me get the car I wanted." Thank you for the five star review and gracious comments. We strive to deliver a truly exceptional experience to every client during every visit. Congratulations and enjoy!

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