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DriveTime Automotive Group Inc., based out of Phoenix, Arizona, operates more than 140 dealerships in the U.S. and is one of the nation's largest used car dealership networks. The company focuses on helping you find a great vehicle, and its approval process lets you know your down payment and monthly payments before you start shopping.

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  • Interest rates on the higher end

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    Sales & Marketing

    Reviewed April 24, 2022

    At the Mobile location I work with to Incredible people. Joshua and Quinton. Joshua start the application explain from A to Z. He went over and beyond knowing that I was coming from a different to purchase. He even place the car on hold to prevent it being sold before I arrive to the location. Thank you Jashua for everything your awesome. You deserve a raise and a promotion. Thanks as Quinton was incredible also.

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    Customer ServicePriceStaffRates

    Reviewed April 24, 2022

    My experience with DriveTime was very good. Cedric helped me find a vehicle that met my needs and wants. He was very friendly and professional, and I would recommend anyone to him to find a vehicle. The selection of vehicles was good, and pricing was fair in the market.

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    Staff

    Reviewed April 24, 2022

    My experience was with my guide, Yamilet was really nice. She was really thorough in going through all of the necessary car buying steps, and she helped me out in two other ways. She steered me towards a vehicle that was a much better value than the one I already had my mind set on, and she negotiated a much better APR for me on the vehicle I eventually chose.

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    Staff

    Reviewed April 24, 2022

    Every one was super kind. I will continue to do business there. Thank you Josh for helping us when we got there and continue to stay with us. Even when everyone left you continue to help us get a vehicle that we were happy with.

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    Sales & MarketingPriceStaffLoan ProcessRates

    Reviewed April 20, 2022

    The employees at the Kissimmee location were great. However, Drivetime did a bait & switch, to get me in the office. The loan I was approved for online was $95 Down & $414 a month. Of course these terms weren’t on the car I was approved for online. Based on the high mileage of these vehicles, the prices shouldn’t be this high.

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    Staff

    Reviewed April 19, 2022

    Very happy with all of the help I received from Beginning to end. Was able to choose the car I wanted with no hassle, pleased with the trade in amount on my previous vehicle and just a painless experience.

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    Staff

    Reviewed April 18, 2022

    Drivetime helped put me in a much nicer vehicle than I thought possible at a good APR. Therefore, really giving me the opportunity to realize my goals and plans for my future by having a dependable vehicle to drive with.

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    Customer ServiceSales & MarketingPunctuality & SpeedStaffBillingRates

    Reviewed April 18, 2022

    Went in on Friday with an appointment. Efrain helped me but did not seem that interested really. Saw a car I liked said I would bring my significant other when he got off. Went back about 7 found a couple other cars he wanted to look at. Everything was a process and a waiting game. We found an Equinox but down payment was more then we had. Asked if any wiggle room and was told no. Asked him to reserve it till the next morning.

    We made appt for 12:30. Already knew which car we wanted. A girl proceeded to help us. It was another very slow process. They had all of info and had been verified. She did not introduce herself and when almost done found out her name was Dana. We literally did not leave there until about 3:15. For everything being verified it should never have taken that long. Oh and when I called to make appt and informed Will we were going to put down to hold it. No wiggle room but yet he lowered the down to $1550. Makes no sense. I love the car and so hope it is a reliable car. So just not thrilled with the sales people and the wait.

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    Customer ServicePunctuality & Speed

    Reviewed April 17, 2022

    My vehicle purchase began with an internet search and pre-approval at Drivetime. Cory called me and after uploading the requested documents we got the ball rolling. Cory patiently answered all questions and made me comfortable. We booked an appointment and Cory was prepared and waiting for my arrival. Again, he answered all questions and even at my request showed me a few other car options other than the one I had reserve to ensure that I was happy with my Choice. The process was smooth and quick. I highly recommend Drivetime Ocala!!

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    Staff

    Reviewed April 17, 2022

    There is a great staff at the Woodbridge location. BUT they work within a system that will try to take from you dollar they can. These great guys are saddled with a set of rules. They are not your friend, nor someone who really cares about hardship. Their in-house finance companies are not any better. The truth, if you can’t avoid it, and don’t have any other option but to buy a car.... go somewhere else.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello John,

    Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We make our best effort to offer financing options based on each individuals' needs and budget.

    We look at four factors when it comes to the overall financing options. That includes your income, credit score, and the vehicle you select, which can affect that fourth factor, the required down payment. We accept outside financing as well if you are not satisfied with the approval options offered by our financing partner, Bridgecrest.

    If you have any questions regarding your approval options, please contact your local dealership.

    Best regards,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed April 16, 2022

    It was a great experience! They had me in and out the door faster than I could think but with the perfect car! They were so fast I can’t even remember the guy's name that help us! I think it was Alan? Great guy. He let us drive a couple cars till we were happy.

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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed April 15, 2022

    I walked into DriveTime very unoptimostic, but had a great experience and was treated kindly and fairly, even with my poor credit. The selection of vehicles was very adequate and the sales people were kind and truly wanted to help me find a vehicle. 10/10 would recommend.

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    Honesty & Transparency

    Reviewed April 14, 2022

    This experience was quite honestly the easiest and and least annoying out of all the dealers I've went to. Not to mention they checked every feature of the car with me there while I was buying the car to make sure everything was working. I would certainly recommend other people I know to look at Drivetime.

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    Loan Process

    Reviewed April 13, 2022

    I was very surprised by how easy it was to get approved for the loan and how little paperwork there was to do to finish up the loan. I will be telling family and friends to came to Drive Time to get their next used car.

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    Customer ServiceStaffBilling

    Reviewed April 12, 2022

    Apparently the salesman was new and didn’t know all the policies from what I found out afterwards. I was told I was getting a grace period on my first payment which I found out wasn’t happening when I spoke to the finance company. I called them to find out what was going on only to encounter a very rude and unprofessional receptionist.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Danielle,

    Thank you for providing us with your feedback. I am genuinely sorry to hear about your recent experience and feel misled about your contract.

    Please know that we do our best to provide all of our potential customers with a personalized and comfortable experience. I greatly apologize if this wasn’t reflected during your visits. If at any time the service level or communication at DriveTime is not being kept or not up to DriveTime standards, we would definitely like the opportunity to address this.

    In reference to your finance contract and pricing concerns, please know that we try to maintain a sense of transparency by disclosing our prices online and posting them on every vehicle for sale at our dealerships. Additionally, it is important to remember that each customer is provided with a Federal Truth in Lending Disclosure during the contracting process. This disclosure details the APR, finance charge, amount financed, total amount expected to be paid throughout the life of the loan, and the total sales price. We want all our customers to know of their option to use outside financing as well.

    Thank you for sharing your review. I want to sincerely thank you for being a valued DriveTime customer. Should you have any questions regarding your loan terms, I would encourage you to contact Bridgecrest Customer Service at (800) 967-8526.

    Best regards,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Sales & MarketingBilling

    Reviewed April 11, 2022

    Hello, the experience was not a good one. Your sales associate was cold and, nonchalant towards me. The monthly payments are pretty high for me $504 per month. I would like to know if the payments can be lowered or just get another vehicle. Thank you.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Tiffani,

    Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. I am truly sorry to hear that you are unhappy with your vehicle purchase due to your reservations with the overall structure of your financial contract.

    In reference to your financial contract and pricing concerns, please know that we try to maintain a sense of transparency by disclosing our prices online and posting them on every vehicle for sale at our dealerships. Additionally, it is important to remember that each customer is provided with a Federal Truth in Lending Disclosure during the contracting process. This disclosure details the APR, finance charge, amount financed, total amount expected to be paid throughout the life of the loan, and the total sales price. It is also important to mention that our customers are welcome to utilize third party financing for any of the vehicles on our lot if they are not satisfied with the financing options offered through Bridgecrest.

    Every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 5 day/300 mile Vehicle Return Program (VRP). This program gives our customer the ability to return the vehicle for any reason within the first five calendar days, within 300 miles, after purchase and terminate the Simple Interest Retail Installment Contract. These guidelines are outlined on page one of your Retail Purchase Agreement.

    That said, I want to sincerely thank you once more for being a valued DriveTime customer. Should you have any questions regarding your loan terms, I would encourage you to contact Bridgecrest Customer Service at (800) 967-8526. If you have any questions or concerns that you would like to address with us moving forward, please do not hesitate to reach out.

    Best regards,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    PriceStaffBilling

    Reviewed April 11, 2022

    I have contacted these people, and found them to be distasteful and awful. They consider retired income as not sufficient Income.. They will not accept retired folks. Only employed people. Either excellent Incomes from jobs with high paying people to buy cars with monthly payments. Also at least $5,000 down payment on vehicle. Sadly I am not recommending them. I want all retired folks to look elsewhere because we all are being told go to buy here. Pay here lots for bad cars sold with car problems. This person at Drive time laughed. Said, "Try those places." Drive time and Carvana same way. Not worth wasting time with them. Thank you.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Bobby,

    Thank you for writing a review. We are deeply sorry if we were unable to offer you financing options. We do our best to provide all our customers with a variety of options tailored to their individual needs and budget.

    We look at four factors when it comes to the overall financing options. That includes your income, credit score, and the vehicle you select, which can affect that fourth factor, the required down payment. We accept outside financing as well if you are not satisfied with the approval options offered by our financing partner, Bridgecrest.

    We truly appreciate you sharing your feedback with us. Should you wish to discuss your experience further, please contact our Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148, and a representative will be glad to assist.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed April 10, 2022

    I had to put a quart of oil in it, change all the fuses to make the electric key work (myself) and everything else work in the vehicle like the charging outlets, clock on the dashboard etc. Also the cover for the antenna system on the vehicle fell off when I drove off the parking lot. The tires are pretty worn and brakes need to be done, needless to say even though it's still under warranty after I got it 2 days ago I have to pay for all of this when it should have been done before purchase.

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    PriceStaffBillingRates

    Reviewed April 10, 2022

    I had an excellent experience at Drive Time in Arlington! Roddy helped me out and got me into the vehicle I wanted (and drove from Round Rock to Arlington to look at). I had a much lower down payment than other places were wanting and my monthly payment is right at my price point. I would highly recommend Drive Time to anyone looking for a vehicle.

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    Reviewed April 10, 2022

    The whole experience at DriveTime was nice, nobody was pushing for me to buy, and no problem with as many test drives I wanted to take for me to choose my vehicle, very satisfied and pleasant experience. I would definitely refer friends and relatives to purchase here.

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    PriceMaintenanceStaffRates

    Reviewed April 10, 2022

    Malcolm did an excellent job going over pricing and everything with us. He was patient with our trade-in not working out and very helpful in buying a new car. I would buy again from Malcolm because he made the process very easy.

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    Staff

    Reviewed April 8, 2022

    David ** and the whole DriveTime team made my experience easy and friendly!! I appreciated all of their help and kindness while running short staffed and busy!! Thank you so much for all of the help you provided me! I love my new car!!!

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    Sales & Marketing

    Reviewed April 7, 2022

    I would love to say that the experience given to us while looking for a car by Jay the sales man was magnificent. He explained everything in detail, and was able to make it very easy to choose a car. 10⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed April 7, 2022

    The seller gave us respectful courtesy during our appointment. He was very kind, genuine, and informative. He answered every question that we had. Told us the way the things should go. Let us in on great deals and very helpful.

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed April 6, 2022

    Scott and Ross made the experience buying my son’s car quick and painless. They were very easy to work with and so helpful. Ross was in from Dallas but quick to jump in and help find out the information we needed. Scott helped us with all of the paperwork and was very friendly.

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    Staff

    Reviewed April 6, 2022

    Jason was so very helpful. He took his time to help me find what I felt the most comfortable in. He also made sure that I was within my monthly budget. Excellent service! I will most definitely recommend him to help anyone else I know in need for a car.

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    CoverageTimeliness

    Reviewed April 5, 2022

    Totally unhappy with my new vehicle, it seems to have many issues since February that have come up. My initial vehicle I wanted wasn't inspected and I had already put insurance on it, I then came the next day to just pick it up and was told, it wouldn't be ready until Monday. Pissed, I chose another vehicle only because I was spending nearly a hundred dollars a day to travel by Uber from my home to work. I found this location to be unorganized and my new vehicle wasn't even clean and only filled the tank to half. They also don't pick up your new tags, you have to. I wouldn't recommend anyone to this company. Totally unsatisfied.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Ramona,

    Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are truly sorry to hear you experienced a mechanical concern after your purchase and if you are feeling dissatisfied with your overall DriveTime experience.

    We understand that mechanical concerns are never ideal. It's important to keep in mind that all our pre-owned vehicles are inspected before placing them on our lots. While they go through an inspection, we are unable to predict when future repairs may be needed. For this reason, we provide a Limited Warranty (LW) for mechanical failures within the first 30-days/1,500-miles. We also have an optional Vehicle Service Contract (VSC) to assist in most situations there-after.

    In addition to these coverages, we offer a 5-day Vehicle Return Policy (VRP), which allows our customers the opportunity to inspect and get comfortable with their purchase. If they are not pleased with their vehicle, they can bring it back within the first 5-business days (not including the date of sale, holidays we are closed, and Sundays).

    We would also like to mention that DriveTime ensures all vehicles have an adequate amount of gas before driving off the sales lot to ensure our customers arrive at their desired destination.

    We certainly appreciate your feedback and apologize once for any inconvenience this caused. Please reach out to our Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148, should you have any questions.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Staff

    Reviewed April 4, 2022

    The staff at DriveTime was wonderful and they work with me grateful and they answer all the questions I had..They was straightforward with everything that I need to know about the car. I will recommend them to anybody because they did their business wonderful.

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    Billing

    Reviewed April 3, 2022

    If the website gives you your real down payment and monthly payment then get there and have to have your credit ran again because it a ruse. Really isn’t a good way to do business. Also there was not a great selection.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello William,

    Thank you for sharing your review with us. I am sorry if there was any confusion regarding a down payment that was provided to you during the initial approval process, as well as the inventory.

    Please know we strive to provide the most accurate information during the approval process. It is important to keep in mind that these decisions are real approvals and are not guaranteed. When you arrive at the dealership, your down payment requirements are subject to change based on the documentation that is provided to the dealership for verification. That includes proof of residency and proof of income. In addition, our sales team will obtain your most current credit score and help you get into a vehicle that best suits your personal needs. The desired vehicle will also play a major factor in the final down payment required. Our goal is to set up our customers for financial success during the life of their loans.

    We make our best effort to keep our website up to date with what we have on our lots. I would like to let you know that our inventory changes daily.

    We appreciate you submitting a review. Should you wish to discuss your review further, please contact our Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148.

    Kindly,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Staff

    Reviewed April 3, 2022

    I read that I was to get a full tank of gas, but car was on empty that I had to purchase gas to make it home. Car was dirty and smelled like wet dog from inside but air freshener took care of that smell. I wish the car would’ve came with a book about the car. Other than that all was great.

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed March 31, 2022

    David was very efficient and kind. The wait time was minimal and once I decided on my vehicle the team made everything sure car was washed and smelled great. I will be doing business with this again in the future.

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    Customer ServiceStaff

    Reviewed March 30, 2022

    I had a wonderful experience. It took me 3 weeks to fine my car, I went to the one in Cobb Parkway. To be candid all the staff in that location were very, very helpful. But I have to give a special shout out to Desmond **. He spent hours working with us, and several phone calls. I would definitely recommend DriveTime to friends and family because of my experience.

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    Customer ServiceSales & MarketingBilling

    Reviewed March 30, 2022

    As a first time car buyer, this was the absolute worst experience ever. I didn’t feel that my experience mattered to the car dealer whose name was Georgia. She was very rude and shady. I brought my wife with me as we are a married couple making a financial decision together. Georgia (car dealer) constantly tried to send my wife away. When I asked her could I pull up another chair for my wife, she stated, “You can’t move these people furniture.” She did this about 3 times. When we came in, we asked if we could see cars that were in our budget as far as a down payment. Our budget for the down payment was $500. She stated that we could not see the computer and that we had to walk around the lot and come back and tell her what we wanted and then she would tell us the down payment.

    Mind you I have already been to a DriveTime where they had no issue with showing me the cars and down payments on the computer before wasting our time on something that was not in our budget. After her over hearing us and another car dealer relaying our frustration, she showed us some cars in our budget on the computer… but again.. this was “against policy” but you were willing to show us when she believed that she would lose our sale. She never walked around the lot with us and she didn’t even do a walk around the car that we actually chose.

    When I left I noticed that the car was missing a windshield wiper, the inside wasn’t clean at all and there was a white haze on the inside on the windows. I had to detail the car myself. She also did not give me a grace period on the car payment so my first car payment is due on April 15, 2022 and I purchased the car on March 25, 2022. Lastly, someone that bought a car before us had a whole clap out celebratory session… We got nothing but handed keys and sent on our way. Overall, this was the worst experience I could have had being a first time car buyer and I would not recommend anyone to work with Georgia, especially if you are married.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Caleb,

    Thank you for providing us with your feedback. I am genuinely sorry to hear about your experience with a location.

    Please know that we do our best to provide all our potential customers with a personalized and comfortable experience. I greatly apologize if this didn’t reflect during your visit. If at any time the service level or communication is not being kept or not up to DriveTime standards, we would like the opportunity to address this.

    We appreciate and value your feedback, we would like an opportunity to provide any coaching and or training to prevent this situation in the future. Feel free to contact our Customer Relations department, at 888-290-0148 to provide additional feedback.

    Best regards,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Sales & MarketingPunctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed March 29, 2022

    Best salesperson there. Super patient and kind and helpful and quick with his process. I’m only 18 and he helped me through every step and made it super easy. I would recommend him to everyone. Thank you matthew!

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    Customer ServicePricePunctuality & SpeedStaffRates

    Reviewed March 29, 2022

    Vlad was amazing. In and out quickly. Nice car but priced way over book value which I knew ahead of time. Other than price best customer service I've had in a long time at a dealership. I would definitely recommend to friends and family.

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    Staff

    Reviewed March 29, 2022

    I was hunting for a car for about 2 months I found the car I wanted and John was super helpful and understanding, and accommodating. He laid out all my options and got me everything I wanted and needed. He was super respectful.

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    Staff

    Reviewed March 29, 2022

    Everyone was friendly and easy to deal with. I very much enjoyed my experience with DriveTime. If I ever need another car, I will be coming back. I also felt very comfortable talking with them to the fact that I could ask them anything.

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    Customer ServiceStaffHonesty & Transparency

    Reviewed March 28, 2022

    The employee expressed experience, professionalism, excellent customer service, and honesty. The employee offered options and helped with the buying experience. The paperwork process could be any easier. The employee guided me the whole process explaining all the details. The employee helped me in deciding the best quality car for my budget.

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    Customer ServiceStaffHonesty & Transparency

    Reviewed March 27, 2022

    Customer service was outstanding. Danielle went above and beyond to help us and was very patient. I have bought cars in the past and this experience was by far the best in every aspect. I would definitely recommend your Chattanooga Drivetime to anyone I know looking for a car. Danielle was the one who helped us and like I said by far the best. The other associates were very friendly and honest.

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    Reviewed March 27, 2022

    Only 2 hours after purchasing SUV the check engine light is on for bank2 sensor 1. Rattling noise sometimes in driver rear of suv. Overall suv is nice and roomy. Payments are outrageous for the vehicle. Poor people being taken advantage of because life threw a curve ball lowering credit scores. Interest rate too high.

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    PriceStaffRates

    Reviewed March 27, 2022

    Everyone was really nice and friendly. Drive time has good prices on their vehicles. Vehicles nice. Clean offices and property. Very clean. Soon we pay this car off we will go back to get another car or SUV. We will let our family and friends know. They give a good warranty on their vehicles.

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    Reviewed March 27, 2022

    Mrs. Aurelius ** is absolutely amazing. I watched her work with me & another customer. Her work is excellent. She’s very polite, friendly, bubbly, interacts with each individual as if we were a family member.. Very positive attitude. I was having a bad day & felt like I wouldn’t be approved for car. Mrs. ** said, "No Ms. **. We not gone have that type of negativity cause you will be leaving here with a vehicle."

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    Staff

    Reviewed March 26, 2022

    Sabrina is fabulous. She is kind and goes all out for you. Thank you to her and Chad. Got an amazing car with great mileage. When they say they can help they can. Not get you in there to let you down. Thanks again Sabrina and Chad.

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    Reviewed March 26, 2022

    Price was high unless you pay off early. First day there did get there near closing. Wasn't really help. Selecting was limited and then came back again later to more inventory and found a car. Not the best price due to the total loan amount. If paid for the next 6 years is 44k for an 18k vehicle. Could have been a bit better on customer service like washing the car and a full tank of gas. Not half. I did get approved though.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello David,

    Thank you for sharing your feedback with us regarding your DriveTime experience. I am deeply sorry that you were disappointed with the inventory and apologize for concerns related to the pricing and loan options.

    Please know that the total sales price is affected by the market value of the desired vehicle. In addition, the market value populates automatically, and can potentially change based on the specific location of the dealership. By offering a non-negotiating price on our inventory, we ensure that all our customers pay the same and receive the same great value.

    Please know that DriveTime strives to provide reliable, affordable automobiles to all of our potential customers, and it is our goal as a company to be transparent through all steps of the buying process. For this reason, we do provide a Federal Truth in Lending Disclosure during the contracting process. This disclosure details the APR, finance charge, amount financed, total amount expected to be paid throughout the life of the loan, as well as the total sales price. Furthermore, please keep in mind that any additional ancillary product chosen during contracting would add to the total overall cost. We do our best to provide all our customers with a variety of options tailored to their individual needs and budget. We want all our customers to know of their option to use outside financing as well.

    Also, all DriveTime vehicles are passed through a multi-point inspection, where they are detailed to meet DriveTime standards before being transported to our sales lots. I would also like to note that most of our dealerships do not have a wash detail location on-site and will have a mobile detailer routinely come in for any touch-ups for those vehicles on the lot. Additionally, DriveTime ensures all vehicles have an adequate amount of gas before driving off the sales lot to ensure our customers arrive at their desired destination

    Thank you for being a valued customer and please accept our apologies if clear expectations were not set during your visit. If you wish to further discuss your review, please contact our Corporate Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0198, and a member of my team will be glad to speak with you.

    Kindly,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed March 25, 2022

    This wasn't my first time buying from DRIVE Time... Now that's all I'll say on that one. BUT, this time The Team at the 2401 South Virginia St. Reno, Nevada, was Awesome!!!! I started the process With Jacob, but my job's worksheet was down for routine maintenance. So I had to wait another day to be able to drive off the lot. I was approved by the finance company they just needed a most recent pay stubs to release the loan. Now my credentials are not the best at all but they was able to get me financed with a not so bad finance app.

    Now when I came in the next day Bo assisted me by helping me however she could even though my new phone was too new and not every app had uploaded yet. So quick thinking that she is she just shared the doc thru her email then she updated it. She worked as fast as she could to have finance approval pushed forward, seeing as I had to be to work that day I was late but I had to get a car.

    My life as well as my disabled and dying mother's health and safety was at risk if I lost my job. Now once Bo asked me all my probing questions on my likes and dislikes in cars what kind I was looking for and if at all what do I not want. Using that with everything and then teaming with GABBY, who is awesomeness incarnate... The best she pulled around a car that we had looked at but just wasn't at the top but definitely nowhere near the bottom. Now I understand I can afford what I can and they still helped get me into a very nice car.. GABBY was WHAT I CALL THE TRIPLE F Rating, now I know but just wait. Fast, Friendly, and took my needs and worries onto herself and Fiercely haggle the Underwriting and get me the assistance that I needed to drive off the lot in a nice clean newer car that checked off 80% of my list I needed the car to fill in my needs of a car.

    All I want to say is this team is great and rocks.... Jacob, you're the man spam... Bo, you was the brightest start to my day and then helped me to go even further in my career by taking my needs as your own and starting me on the great choice that you choose for me. Much love... Now I want to talk about this crazy awesome finisher named Gabby, wow that's the start she is awesome sauce... Lol she made the whole underwriting and contract understandable and informed me of all the great specials that drive time has for any and all... She made me feel like she wants to be my sister and take care of her older brother. I will forever be in debt with the care, Gabby, Bo and Jacob gave to my situation... Thanks again and I will be your man on the streets pushing your dealership.

    Thanks again and for all,

    Bryant **

    Reno, Nevada 89523

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    Reviewed March 25, 2022

    I was looking at a 2013 SUV at my local Drivetime. I applied to see what my down payment and payment would be on that particular car, was told my down payment would be $159 and payment $561. Once I got further into the process I was told my down payment would be $1500-$2000. Only two months ago they told me it would only be $600 down. Their commercials are VERY misleading! No one seems to be on the same page, I get a different answer every time I call there. I won’t be buying a car from them, now OR in the future.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Debbie,

    Thank you for sharing your experience with us. I regret to hear that you are dissatisfied with the approval options offered during your visit. We do our best to provide all our customers with a variety of options tailored to their individual needs and budget as well as setting proper expectations going into the sales process.

    We look at four factors when it comes to the overall financing options. Any approval offers are dependent on the customer documentation provided directly to the dealership. That includes your income, credit score, and the vehicle you select, which can affect that fourth factor, the required down payment.

    That said, I apologize if this negatively impacted your impression of our company and appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback with us. Please contact your local DriveTime dealership if you have any questions regarding your approval options.

    Kindly,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed March 25, 2022

    Tyree ** was very helpful and very thorough with my questions. He was quick and covered all information needed. The selection of vehicles was great. They were all clean and in good condition. The dealership was nice and clean. Everyone was very professional.

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    Reviewed March 25, 2022

    Excellent Service from all the friendly employees!! The service was great. Friendly staff as well as quick customer service. I arrived around 6 o’clock and was able to get all my information completed by seven. I would definitely recommend Drivetime to my family and friends.

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    Punctuality & SpeedRefunds & PayoutsStaff

    Reviewed March 25, 2022

    Worst dealership EVER..Car have front end noise..when pressing the brakes...Noise when turning the Steering wheel..Some employees and management are very unprofessional..That car should have be checked out..by real mechanic..before having customers test drive the car..I would never ever recommend people to shop there..I should've known something was wrong..There had no customers in that dealership..They took my cash money quick..They need to give me my cash money back..not a ** check..

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Mathilda,

    Thank you for sharing your feedback with us regarding your DriveTime experience. I am deeply sorry if you have concerns regarding the quality of our inventory and the mechanical concerns you encountered.

    Please know all our pre-owned vehicles are inspected prior to transporting them to our sales lots in an effort to prevent situations of mechanical concerns. While they go through an initial inspection to ensure that it meets our standards, there are some instances in which mechanical malfunctions may occur post-sale. We are unable to determine when components will fail. For this reason, each of our vehicles includes the initial 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty to ease the potential impact on our customers. We also offer an optional Vehicle Service Contract as a safety net for our customers.

    We also offer a 5-day Vehicle Return Policy (VRP), which allows our customers time to inspect and get comfortable with their purchase. If they are not pleased with their vehicle, the vehicle can be returned within the first 5-business days (not including the date of sale, holidays we are closed, and Sundays).

    I apologize once more for the inconvenience this might have caused. Should you wish to discuss your concerns further, we welcome you to contact our Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148, and a representative will have glad to assist.

    Sincerely,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed March 24, 2022

    From the time I entered the building I was greeted and helped to Jose **. Jose was amazing, 10/10 service. He got me into the exact vehicle I wanted and was over the top helpful with everything. John ** broke the paperwork down for me before I signed it and really helped me understand fully what everything meant. I can't thank them enough! Service was amazing. I will recommend them both to anyone

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    Reviewed March 24, 2022

    Frank at the Sanford location went above and beyond to help me get in the vehicle. There was some challenges but he searched vehicles around the area to find a vehicle that works in my budget. My only complain is that the vehicle was not cleaned when provided, I had to fill the tank and get the vehicle cleaned on my own.

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    Reviewed March 24, 2022

    I was very happy with my experience, excellent service made feel like the Venessa ** cares about me and my mom, with buying a pick up truck. I would refer to everyone I know. It was a long day but worth it, got a nice pick up truck.

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    Reviewed March 23, 2022

    Francisco was amazing. Knowledgeable and informative, helpful and went over all the information. Great Customer service. Quality clean cars that don't inflate the prices. This was a great experience for me. Will recommend to family and friends. Thank you Francisco and the Drivetime family.

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    Honesty & Transparency

    Reviewed March 23, 2022

    Just Wanted to let you know she did a wonderful job with the buying process. It was easy and no hassle. She went above and beyond and honestly I think she deserves a raise. Keep up the good work Breana

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    CoverageStaffLoan Process

    Reviewed March 21, 2022

    Was a very painless and great experience to purchase a car with Drive Time. I would recommend all my friends and family. They have a amazing staff. They went out of their way to make sure that we understood everything about each process of the loan application, car warranty, gap insurance again. Just an amazing experience.

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    Reviewed March 19, 2022

    Christine was amazing. She was really knowledgeable and listened to what I wanted and made it her mission to make sure I got exactly what I wanted. She also made the process so easy and stress free. I felt like a valued customer and not just another sale. If I am ever in need for another car I will come back.

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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed March 19, 2022

    When I arrived at your Bakersfield location, I was greeted with a smile and a warm welcome by Stefan. This gentleman made sure that everyone was greeted and assisted or at least let them know they will be attended to very soon. My whole buying process took less than 2-1/2 hrs from start to finish and at no time did he wonder off without letting me know he was coming right back. He explained every part of the process with patience and respect. He offered all options and at no time try to hard sale me something I did not want. What a great experience I had there and not to leave out the other sales staff, even though I had little contact with them. They made sure to check on everyone on the sales floor or outside. Thank you Stefan for great service.

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaffHonesty & Transparency

    Reviewed March 19, 2022

    We were helped by Oscar and he was a huge help. He made everything super easy and fast. We were out of there with a new car within an hour. We did have one hiccup but it honestly wasn’t the end of the world and he at least tried.

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    Reviewed March 19, 2022

    When I received the vehicle and took it home the vehicle wouldn't crank. Had to bring it back the same day and they had the wrong size battery on the vehicle. Then on Saturday 3/19 I had a blow out as I was driving. I mean I am beyond pissed.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Ebony,

    Thank you for sharing your review with us. We are truly sorry you experienced a mechanical failure just after your purchase.

    We do understand how valuable everyone’s time is, and mechanical concerns are never ideal. I want to assure you that we do our best to try and prevent our customers from having any mechanical worries. It is important to keep in mind, all the vehicles we sell are pre-owned and some vehicles may show more wear than others. While our vehicles are inspected prior to placing them on our lots, we are unable to predict when future repairs may be needed. It is for this reason that DriveTime provides a Limited Warranty (LW) for mechanical failures within the first 30-days/1,500-miles, at no cost to our customers. Should the vehicle have a mechanical failure or fall below the safety guidelines from inspection. As it is DriveTime’s goal to provide affordable and reliable vehicles to all our customers, we also offer an optional Vehicle Service Contract (VSC) for 5-years/50,000-miles to assist in most situations. It is important to keep in mind that the VSC does not cover maintenance or cosmetic items. Any time a customer may be experiencing a mechanical issue after purchase we would encourage them to contact our warranty provider, SilverRock, for the next steps aimed to resolve our customer's concerns.

    In addition to the Limited Warranty of these services, we would like to remind you that we do offer a 5-day Vehicle Return Policy (VRP) which allows time for any customer to inspect and get comfortable with their purchase. If they are not pleased with their vehicle, they can bring it back within the first 5 business days or 300 miles (not including the date of sale, holidays we are closed, and Sundays).

    We certainly appreciate all feedback and thank you again for sharing yours. Please accept our apologies for any dissatisfaction you may hold with DriveTime. Please feel free to reach out to our corporate Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148 and a member of our team will be glad to answer any questions you may have.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed March 19, 2022

    Anthony was wonderful and friendly. He explained everything carefully. He let me take the time I needed and didn't push. He really helped me get the best car that I could afford. He even washed the car before I took it off of the lot!

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    Reviewed March 18, 2022

    I had a very amazing delightful time with the agent Ralph who help assist me in getting me and my daughter in a new car. He was very friendly And was very patient. He also gave me exactly what I asked for. Vs having me looking at just anything just to make a sale.

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    Reviewed March 18, 2022

    Had amazing service and so so happy with my purchase! Salesman Donnie was extremely helpful! I was grateful he was not pushy and allowed me to take time to make my decision and even had the vehicle taken for minor repairs so it was fully ready for purchase! It was an absolute fantastic find and was astounded by the amazing service (right down to the check off list to ensure everything was working!) Thank you so much for all your help and being a blessing during the the great challenge of finding a new vehicle!

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    Reviewed March 18, 2022

    Both men that I worked with were absolutely AMAZING. They were very helpful and easy to get along with. They were very clear on everything. I totally am telling everyone to go there and get a vehicle if they need one.

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    Reviewed March 18, 2022

    Amber ** did a great job of getting us into the vehicle that we came to purchase. The whole process was effortless for me and my wife. My daughter was even given crayons and a paper car that doubled as a piggy bank! Thank you all again!!

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    Reviewed March 17, 2022

    Chad ** was great! Very friendly, informative and helpful. I was disappointed with the online portion though. The downpayment and monthly payment I was told were not accurate and I was led to believe I could get the truck I wanted in Tulsa. It was in Missouri.

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    Reviewed March 17, 2022

    We made appointment and were greeted at our appropriate time. Amber ** was a wonderful representative and answered all our questions. We are very happy with our purchase. 2015 Chevy Impala. Price was right very Happy. Car was clean and had gas enough to get us home. Financing is perfect. Will definitely recommend you

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed March 16, 2022

    Matthew and Dee was very helpful. Dee was able to take me around to test drive cars. Matthew found a car that was in my credit union range that I was able to purchase. Both of them took their times to help me get in the car I need it.

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    Reviewed March 16, 2022

    First time buying a car solo. I was super nervous but Oscar made it a great experience. He was super helpful from the moment I walked in the door. And he knew I had a time frame in order to be done, and I was finished 20 minutes early. Thank you.

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    Reviewed March 15, 2022

    I walked into Drivetime expecting a typical car buying experience with pushy, fast-talking salesmen and overpriced vehicles (especially in today's market). What I found was an easy, no pressure, friendly experience. From the start, Allison made my whole day a pleasure. She helped me narrow down what cars were available that would fit my budget and needs. She showed me several good options with no pressure to choose the more expensive option. I chose a vehicle and reviewed the financing options. I decided to go with my own bank to finance the purchase and that was a smooth process as well. (Even the bank commented on what a good value the vehicle was.)

    On the way home, a headlight sensor came on in my newly purchased vehicle. With their 30 day warranty through Silverrock, I called a participating mechanic, got an appointment the same day and for no out of pocket costs and no hassle, the issue was repaired. I will definitely recommend Allison and Drivetime as often as possible.

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed March 15, 2022

    The experience was a great experience, I got everything I needed. I wouldn't trade the experience for nothing else. The reps and associate are the best. They were very considerate, helpful, and answered all my questions. They also valued my opinion and helped me get a reliable car in a fast turn around.

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    Reviewed March 14, 2022

    Excellent Sales Associate. The entire staff works like a well oiled machine. The entire experience was exceptional. Even the manager was very helpful. We drove over 3 hours to get there and it was well worth it. They made it a fun and exciting experience.

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaffBilling

    Reviewed March 13, 2022

    From the start we were greeted in a timely manner and very respectfully. Jacob showed us multiple vehicles and really listened to what we needed and wanted. He was patient and willing to show multiple vehicles without making us feel like a burden. He stayed late and made sure we got the right deal for our down payment and monthly. All around a great experience.

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed March 13, 2022

    We had a great experience buying our daughter a car from Drive Time. There are NO PUSHY SALESMAN following you around trying to get you to make a purchase. You check in, test drive whatever you want, and buy or not. That’s it! No pressure. And Pedro was fast, friendly, and knowledgeable. Best experience ever!

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    Sales & MarketingPunctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed March 13, 2022

    Ilia (not sure if I spelled her name right) was absolutely amazing. I had 2 crazy toddlers and she made it easy for us to get things done in a quick but accurate manner! She knew our girls were getting impatient and she gave us a time and stuck to it. Thank you for the awesome experience and patience. And shout out to Quentin for answering all my questions and getting everything set up before we even came for our appointment and giving us Ilia as a sales person! Keep up the great work guys! -The **

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    Customer ServicePricePunctuality & SpeedStaffRatesTimeliness

    Reviewed March 13, 2022

    Great. Fast. Friendly customer service. Will be recommending and will return. Price was great and willing to work with what you got. Was in and out. Drove off with my new car same day. Car is in great condition.. Love Drive time.

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    Reviewed March 13, 2022

    Jason at drive time made our whole car buying experience so easy and hassle free, he and the staff was amazing. I would recommend Drive time to anyone!!! Thank you guys so much. You guys helped add this beauty to our car addition.

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    Customer ServiceStaffHonesty & Transparency

    Reviewed March 12, 2022

    Kevin went above and beyond to ensure it was a smooth process and even looked for another vehicle just in case. Mike made it a great experience when my husband and I were there and when we appraised my trade in he really helped out a lot and made the rest of the process super simple. DriveTime even reached out the day after asking how it’s going and how we like our new truck. They also thanked us for picking them and to give them a call if we ever need anything. Mesa team is super friendly, very honest and ensure you get the right vehicle that fits your wants and needs.

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    Reviewed March 11, 2022

    Super smooth and easy to work with. Everyone there was awesome!! Everyone there was nice as can be. One of the easiest car buys I have ever had. I would recommend them and may even go back when looking for new car for my wife.

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    Reviewed March 11, 2022

    Thank you everyone for helping putting a smile on my husband face and working with us to get what he wanted. He is so in love with his truck. Thank you once again Fredrick in Broward and thank you one again Jacksonville.

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    Reviewed March 10, 2022

    This is the 2nd car I bought at Drivetime, very disappointed. The car was dirty inside and less than a quarter of gas, scratches on both sides of the GMC that could of been removed before selling it. Called to talk to manager and I talked to Jeff? I will not recommend Drivetime and will not be back.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Joann,

    Thank you for sharing your feedback and bringing this to our attention. I am deeply sorry if you were dissatisfied with the cleanliness of your purchase and with the fuel amount provided.

    Please know that we make our best effort to ensure our vehicles are presentable at the time of sale, and I want to apologize if this was not the case with your vehicle. All DriveTime vehicles pass through a multi-point inspection, where they are detailed to meet DriveTime standards before transporting them to our sales lots. I would also like to note that most of our dealerships that do not have a detailing location on site will have a mobile detailer routinely come in for any necessary touch-ups.

    Additionally, DriveTime ensures all vehicles have an adequate amount of gas before driving off the sales lot to ensure our customers arrive at their desired destination. If this was not the case, please contact our Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148 so we may address this.

    That said, I want to apologize again if this has negatively impacted your experience. If you need further assistance, please reach out to our Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0148.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed March 9, 2022

    Amber was very professional. Helpful in finding me a car that was affordable for my budget. Thank you, for your great customer service. I would recommend DriveTime to my friends and family. Thank you again for helping me find a car.

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    Reviewed March 8, 2022

    I recently visited the DriveTime in Greenville, NC. Jerry and Mike were wonderful and actually listened to what I wanted and was looking for. I didn’t feel pressured to buy or to look at cars we couldn’t afford. They recommended some vehicles to me and took me out to see them. It was honestly the best experience I’ve ever had buying a car and I’m very happy with the 2017 Ford Escape S that I left with. I wouldn’t hesitate to make another purchase from them, and I’ll definitely be recommending them to some of my family and friends.

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    Reviewed March 8, 2022

    Was not pleasant. At first I gave all my info online, and then got to the laurens rd greenville location to be asked for the same info again and told that the quote I got prior was a lie, then a salesperson explained and showed me the vehicle I qualified for and submitted my info to the bank and said I would hear from her yesterday before closing. I sent a email message asking about my application and still haven't heard anything from them. Which is very disappointing! That's not how you run a so called professional business!

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello April,

    Thank you for submitting a review and bringing this to our attention. I want to sincerely apologize for any missed follow-up opportunities on behalf of our sales team.

    Please know that thorough communication and follow-up are a top priority when working with our prospective customers. We always welcome the opportunity to address these situations if at any time the service level is not being kept up to DriveTime standards.

    Thanks again for sharing your feedback. We will submit your feedback for training and coaching opportunities. If you have any sales-related questions, you may also contact our Corporate Sales team at (800) 965-8042 for further assistance.

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    Reviewed March 7, 2022

    Jason was wonderful, made the entire process quick and easy/ as did all the other employees that helped along the way. If you are having any financial difficulties they are willing to work with you to get a vehicle. Would definitely recommend. Thank you!

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    Reviewed March 6, 2022

    We first went to east Vegas Drive time and was really disappointed with the service there, my wife suggested we go to west Vegas drive time and let me tell you, I couldn't have been happier with the service I got, from the receptionist to the manager and especially our salesman. They all made sure we were very happy with our purchase, made sure that everything was correct and completely explained everything to us. Thank you so much for the amazing experience.

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    Reviewed March 6, 2022

    Thank you so much! The whole team at Las Vegas Sahara Location was so easy and amazing to work with. Really was such a easy car buying experience. I live a couple hours away and having everything ready for me when I arrived really made it easy.

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    Reviewed March 6, 2022

    I bought a 2014 Chevy Impala, 3 weeks of driving car started making noise. Took it in Silverrock. Had to repair $1700 worth of repairs, the next week car wouldn’t start, took it in and another $3500 in repairs, and here I am in week 5 of having this car, the air doesn’t work and the car isn’t starting again, because I’m on day 45 Silverrock is saying the repairs are not covered, I will never buy another car from Drive time. They sold me a $15000 lemon and it’s been a little over a month. I have a huge payment and still no car to drive. Buyers beware. Do not buy from drive time!!!

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Marianne,

    Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We apologize for the mechanical concerns you experienced soon after your purchase.

    We understand that mechanical concerns are never ideal. Please know that all our pre-owned vehicles are inspected before placing them on our lots. While they go through an inspection, we are unable to predict when future repairs may be needed. For this reason, we provide a Limited Warranty (LW) for mechanical failures within the first 30-days/1,500-miles. We also have an optional Vehicle Service Contract (VSC) to assist in most situations there-after.

    In addition to these coverages, we offer a 5-day Vehicle Return Policy (VRP), which allows our customers the opportunity to inspect and get comfortable with their purchase. If they are not pleased with their vehicle, they can bring it back within the first 5-business days (not including the date of sale, holidays we are closed, and Sundays).

    We certainly appreciate your feedback and apologize once again for any inconvenience this caused. Please reach out to our Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148, should you have any questions.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed March 6, 2022

    Victor was my sales guy and made the whole process so easy. I have been working with him for weeks to find the perfect car for to fit all of my needs. He was very helpful and very responsive to my needs. I will definitely be back and will refer friend and family to Drive Time. Thank you.

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    Reviewed March 6, 2022

    I had an amazing experience when I bought the Dodge Caravan. Cody was very helpful and was very patient. The process went very well. Getting the car, car insurance, and registration went way smoother than I thought. I had a great time.

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    Reviewed March 5, 2022

    We had a slight issue with our new car but your workers stepped up and had it took care of. Just wish the buying process was a bit faster but perfect otherwise. The people were great. Ty again for the car. I will be letting everyone I know about your cars and the way your workers are with us.

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    PricePunctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed March 5, 2022

    John and Dan were super helpful in explaining the entire process. I drove 6 hours while my dad was cosigning in another state and everyone worked together flawlessly to make it quick and easy! Definitely worth the trip! Smooth and fast.

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    Reviewed March 4, 2022

    Very helpful & determined to get you into a vehicle you will be happy with... Greeted with smiles and upbeat positive attitudes. When I came back to pick up the car it was a little dirty on the outside. One of the salespeople overheard me say something to my friend... She went and washed the car for me without me having to ask. That meant a lot to me A+++.

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    Reviewed March 4, 2022

    I’ve bought a car recently and the same day the car broke down as we reached back home. I immediately asked to return the car but I kept getting the run around and also was told to bring the car back if so. How can I bring the car back or broke down and we literally drove 2 hours to get the car, that isn’t my problem. I was also told to call the warranty company to have it fixed. I shouldn’t have to do all of that if I wanted to return the car, so I did because they weren’t trying to help me. The mechanic can’t see the car until next week, now I'm stuck since I only had 5 days to return. Awful company to buy a car from.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Bryanna,

    Thank you for sharing your review with us. We are truly sorry you experienced a mechanical failure just after your purchase.

    We do understand how valuable everyone’s time is, and mechanical concerns are never ideal. I want to assure you that we do our best to try and prevent our customers from having any mechanical worry. It is important to keep in mind, all the vehicles we sell are pre-owned and some vehicles may show more wear than others. While our vehicles are inspected prior to placing them on our lots, we are unable to predict when future repairs may be needed. It is for this reason that DriveTime provides a Limited Warranty (LW) for mechanical failures within the first 30-days/1,500-miles, at no cost to our customers. Should the vehicle have a mechanical failure or fall below the safety guidelines from inspection.

    As it is DriveTime’s goal to provide affordable and reliable vehicles to all our customers, we also offer an optional Vehicle Service Contract (VSC) for 5-years/50,000-miles to assist in most situations. It is important to keep in mind that the VSC does not cover maintenance or cosmetic items. Any time a customer may be experiencing a mechanical issue after purchase we would encourage them to contact our warranty provider, SilverRock, for the next steps aimed to resolve our customers concerns. You are also welcome to visit their online website at www.silverrockhelp.com, if you would like to view your coverage.

    As you indicated, we do offer a 5-day Vehicle Return Policy (VRP) which allows time for any customer to inspect and get comfortable with their purchase. If they are not pleased with their vehicle, they can bring it back within the first 5 business days or 300 miles (not including the date of sale, holidays we are closed, and Sundays).

    We thank you for your review and send our deepest apologies if this experience has negatively impacted your impression of DriveTime. Should you wish to further discuss your review, please reach out to our corporate Customer Relations department at (888)290-0148 and a member of our team will be glad to speak with you.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    PriceMaintenanceRates

    Reviewed March 4, 2022

    I did not want a black car with Texas summer heat. I did not want an SUV as I have no family. I did not want front wheel drive. I did not want the full (Fallible) electronics package because there is a reason we replace computers and laptops every year or two. I didn't want, don't want. Can't comprehend anyone wanting OnStar. A permanent two way coms device that can shut down your car. I got every one of those things. I was in a bind. My car self destructed and I live way beyond walking distance. I took Uber to the showroom after looking online for pickups. But the reserve on-line had already removed them from my grasp, I guess.

    I was looking for a truck. But apparently you won't transfer a vehicle from another show room. I need to haul farm maintenance and feed supplies but I wasn't able to travel to Round Rock. SO, I took the vehicle with biggest payload available.

    I looked at others but was told the down was bigger, the % rate higher even know the price was lower; Because my credit was too good? So I don't hate it. I just don't like it. Now I'm hearing what I believe to be a Constant Velocity (CV) joint going out. I'll be getting it in when I can on that. And only 6 more years and I'll own this heap.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Bryan,

    Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. I regret to hear that you are feeling dissatisfied with your overall DriveTime experience. I would like to help provide additional insight regarding the dissatisfactions mentioned in your review.

    We look at four factors when it comes to the overall financing options. That includes your income, credit score, and the vehicle you select, which can affect that fourth factor, the required down payment. In the event that our financing options do not suit your needs, you also have the option to use outside financing to proceed with the purchase of your desired vehicle.

    In regards to the mechanical concern you are experiencing, we understand that mechanical concerns are never ideal. It's important to keep in mind that all our pre-owned vehicles are inspected before placing them on our lots. While they go through an inspection, we are unable to predict when future repairs may be needed. For this reason, we provide a Limited Warranty (LW) for mechanical failures within the first 30-days/1,500-miles. We also have an optional Vehicle Service Contract (VSC) to assist in most situations there-after. If you haven't already, we recommend you contact our warranty partner, SilverRock, at (877) 584-3848 for further assistance.

    We also offer a 5-day Vehicle Return Policy (VRP), which allows our customers time to inspect and get comfortable with their purchase. If they are not pleased with their vehicle, the vehicle can be returned within the first 5-business days (not including the date of sale, holidays we are closed, and Sundays).

    Lastly, please understand that due to the nation’s circumstances, we are limited to transport inventory. We are doing the best we can to keep our sales teams safe and accommodate our potential customers as much as possible. Once everything starts going back to normal, we will adjust this process as well.

    That said, we certainly appreciate you sharing your experience with us. Should you have any questions or additional feedback, please contact us at (888) 290-0148, and a representative will be glad to assist.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed March 3, 2022

    Donnie ** is the guy you need to see about getting a vehicle. Was very helpful, helped me make sure I was getting the best deal and a great guy all around. If I ever need a car again I'll definitely be asking for him again.

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    CoveragePriceStaff

    Reviewed March 3, 2022

    The purchasing process was wonderful and the staff was extremely courteous. A few days after purchasing my vehicle I noticed a loud noise coming from the engine. I contacted the location where I purchased the vehicle and the warranty company. I have had my vehicle for just a couple of months and I have discovered that it requires major expensive repairs that the warranty does not cover.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Stephanie,

    Thank you for sharing your experience with us. While we are happy to hear your sales experience was wonderful, we deeply apologize for the mechanical concerns you experienced after your purchase.

    We understand that mechanical concerns are never ideal. All our pre-owned vehicles are inspected before placing them on our lots. While they go through an inspection, we are unable to predict when future repairs may be needed. For this reason, we provide a Limited Warranty (LW) for mechanical failures within the first 30-days/1,500-miles. We also have an optional Vehicle Service Contract (VSC) to assist in most situations there-after.

    In addition to these coverages, we offer a 5-day Vehicle Return Policy (VRP), which allows our customers the opportunity to inspect and get comfortable with their purchase. If they are not pleased with their vehicle, they can bring it back within the first 5-business days (not including the date of sale, holidays we are closed, and Sundays).

    We certainly appreciate your feedback and apologize once again for any inconvenience this caused. Please reach out to our Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148, should you have any questions.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    PricePunctuality & SpeedStaffRates

    Reviewed March 2, 2022

    My representative Shonte was very professional and made the process quick and easy. I appreciate her help and patience. I was unsure which vehicle to choose but she explained the difference in prices between the two vehicles I was considering which made my decision way easier. I was very happy about my purchase.

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    Staff

    Reviewed March 2, 2022

    Very friendly salesman. Very informative. I would recommend him to friends and relatives. Great test drive. Really good looking car. Very clean. Brandon ** was the salesman. Very courteous. Very professional. Answered all my questions and I was out of there in a timely manner.

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    MaintenanceStaff

    Reviewed March 1, 2022

    The experience of purchasing the car was good but the following day the car broke down. I understand it’s a used car but didn’t expect to break down the day after purchase. Thankfully DriveTime has a warranty for their cars for a little amount of time but still very inconvenient and disappointing.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Bryanna,

    Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We greatly apologize for the mechanical concerns you experienced soon after your purchase.

    We understand that mechanical concerns are never ideal. All our pre-owned vehicles are inspected before placing them on our lots. While they go through an inspection, we are unable to predict when future repairs may be needed. For this reason, we provide a Limited Warranty (LW) for mechanical failures within the first 30-days/1,500-miles. We also have an optional Vehicle Service Contract (VSC) to assist in most situations there-after.

    In addition to these coverages, we offer a 5-day Vehicle Return Policy (VRP), which allows our customers the opportunity to inspect and get comfortable with their purchase. If they are not pleased with their vehicle, they can bring it back within the first 5-business days (not including the date of sale, holidays we are closed, and Sundays).

    We certainly appreciate your feedback and apologize once again for any inconvenience this caused. Please reach out to our Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148, should you have any questions.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    PricePunctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed March 1, 2022

    Man my experience was smooth and fast. The car was clean and affordable. My salesman Mr. T was very informative and I would recommend anybody to search him out. I will shop again in the future. They have a nice selection of cars to choose from.

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    PriceStaffRates

    Reviewed March 1, 2022

    I had an awesome time here at DriveTime… The whole staff worked together. They made me feel comfortable and at ease as we all know buying a car isn’t easy at all… and I got what I wanted. Good prices.

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    Reviewed March 1, 2022

    I apply online. They approved me for $400 down on a Kia Soul 2020 only 9k miles on it. I go into the actual office and they tell me they don't have the car at their facility and they don't deliver anymore due to Covid. The other facility was 2 hours away. So I'm stuck with purchasing a car from their lot. Not many options to choose from may I add. So now it went from $400.00 to $1200.00 to $2900.00 just for me to be walking out with a 2016 Kia Soul with 61k miles. Big differences. Then the insides was dirty. They don't detail the inside. So I had to pay an extra $20 to get it cleaned at a car wash down the street ughhhh.

    On top of that, three days later the engine light comes on and the car has some shaking when it idles. So I called the dealership back and they give me the number to the insurance ppl. I take it to the AAMCO in my area which they provided, and the guy says, "It looks like your tires need balancing and the gas cap is bad (they fixed the balancing and change out my gas cap) and you have a few other issues wrong with it." However Bridgecrest is the worst and is not going to pay for it. So I'm like what now??? Mind you, the AAMCO had my car from a Friday - Monday. So it's past the 5 day return period. Now I'm stuck with a shaky ** car that I gotta fix out of my pocket. This Sucks.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Adrianne,

    We appreciate you sharing your experience with us. We regret to hear that you are feeling misled regarding our online approvals and apologize for your overall DriveTime experience.

    It’s important for our customers to know that these decisions are real approvals based on the information our customers submit through our website. Any approval offers are dependent on the customer documentation provided directly to the dealership, such as proof of income, proof of residence, credit score, and the desired vehicle also plays a factor.

    We also understand that mechanical concerns are never ideal. All our pre-owned vehicles are inspected and detailed before placing them on our lots. While they go through an inspection, we are unable to predict when future repairs may be needed. For this reason, we provide a Limited Warranty (LW) for mechanical failures within the first 30-days/1,500-miles. We also have an optional Vehicle Service Contract (VSC) to assist in most situations there-after. Although we have repair facilities contracted with our warranty partner, SilverRock, we still encourage that they report the diagnosis findings to them to verify coverage to help avoid any misinformation.

    Regarding the condition of your vehicle, please know that we make our best effort to ensure our inventory is presentable at the time of sale, and I want to apologize if this was not the case with your vehicle. As mentioned above, all of our vehicles get detailed after our inspections. I would also like to note that most of our dealerships that do not have a detailing location on site will have a mobile detailer routinely come in for any necessary touch-ups. We are sorry if the cleanliness of the vehicle you purchased was not up to DriveTime standards and left you feeling dissatisfied.

    As you mentioned in your review, we offer a 5-day Vehicle Return Policy (VRP), which allows our customers the opportunity to inspect and get comfortable with their purchase. If they are not pleased with their vehicle, they can bring it back within the first 5-business days (not including the date of sale, holidays we are closed, and Sundays).

    We appreciate you taking the opportunity to share your experience and apologize for any inconvenience this matter caused. To help look further into your situation, please feel free to contact our Customer Relations Department directly at (888) 290-0148.

    Kindly,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Customer ServiceSales & MarketingPunctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 28, 2022

    I purchased a car on Saturday. Shay was the salesperson that helped me..Shay was awesome and had very good customer service. The whole process was quick. I was in and out, I will definitely be using Drive Time for my car purchases.

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 28, 2022

    Kelsey was very friendly and did a wonderful job getting us out of there. We was in there for a long time and she noticed. So I once we got to here she made it such a easy and fast process. I went to another guy before her but I didn't catch his name but he did a wonderful job as well.

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    Refunds & Payouts

    Reviewed Feb. 28, 2022

    Didn’t have our car 24 hours and now it is not drivable the engine is blown and has white smoke coming out of exhaust will be in on Monday the 28th to get a refund of deposit. The car is parked in my church parking lot and you will have to go pick it up because it is not drivable.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Rhonda and Chris,

    Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are deeply sorry to hear you experienced a mechanical concern soon after your purchase.

    We understand that mechanical concerns are never ideal. Please keep in mind that all our pre-owned vehicles are inspected before placing them on our lots. While they go through an inspection, we are unable to predict when future repairs may be needed. For this reason, we provide a Limited Warranty (LW) for mechanical failures within the first 30-days/1,500-miles. We also have an optional Vehicle Service Contract (VSC) to assist in most situations there-after.

    As you mentioned in your review, we offer a 5-day Vehicle Return Policy (VRP), which allows our customers the opportunity to inspect and get comfortable with their purchase. If they are not pleased with their vehicle, they can bring it back within the first 5-business days (not including the date of sale, holidays we are closed, and Sundays).

    We certainly appreciate your feedback and apologize once again for any inconvenience this caused. Please reach out to our Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148, should you have any questions.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Staff

    Reviewed Feb. 27, 2022

    I love my salesman. He really got me in a car and only if he knew my story, he was very helpful and stood with me 'til I got in my ride and I thank him for that. Best busy man but he came through for me.

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    Sales & MarketingBilling

    Reviewed Feb. 27, 2022

    Good thing I have money saved and did not buy into the pre qualify down payment amount...that said 700 down and I put 9 times that down on my vehicle. The prequalify credit check used the annual wage with my social and everything. No one buy into to the bait they set! Glad for my purchase though I was buying a vehicle regardless. Just good thing I am smarter than that to buy into their gimmick online.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Sarah,

    We thank you for sharing your review with us. We regret to hear that you are feeling misled regarding our online approvals. We do our best to provide all our customers with a variety of options tailored to their individual needs and budget.

    We look at four factors when it comes to the overall financing options. That includes your income, credit score, and the vehicle you select, which can affect that fourth factor, the required down payment. It’s important for our customers to know that these decisions are real approvals based on the information our customers submit through our website. Any approval offers are dependent on the customer documentation provided directly to the dealership, such as proof of income, proof of residence, credit score, and the desired vehicle also plays a factor.

    We appreciate you taking the opportunity to share your experience and apologize for your dissatisfaction regarding our company. Should you wish to discuss this matter further, please feel free to contact our Customer Relations Department directly at (888) 290-0148.

    Kindly,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 27, 2022

    Great experience with purchasing my first car. The process was seamless and I got a new battery for my Hyundai. I love my new car!!!! Very great service. Very clean and thorough with car options and quick approval.

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    Customer ServicePunctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 27, 2022

    Bought a car!! The process was friendly, fast & awesome. In and out within 2 hrs. Customer Service was amazing and would recommend this location. Friendly and kind staff and made the process painless!! Keep up the great work, great customer service. Kindness goes a long way and is appreciated it.

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    Timeliness

    Reviewed Feb. 27, 2022

    They do not have their crap together in this place. They overbook people to come and just maybe maybe they’ll get to you in the same day or they will get your hopes up. You test drive a vehicle and almost done with the power work then just stop what they’re doing instead of making the customer happy and tell you to leave because they’re closing.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Stephanie,

    Thank you for bringing this to our attention and taking interest in purchasing through DriveTime.

    This certainly is not indicative of the high quality of customer service and standards we strive to provide. We want to assure you we strive to provide a quick and stream-lined car buying process for all of our visitors. We certainly do not want anyone to feel rushed through any step of the process and want to ensure each experience is personalized. Our primary goal is to ensure our customers leave the dealership feeling informed and confident in their vehicle purchase. In order to do this, we take the time to address all questions or concerns each customer may have. We will provide the necessary feedback to ensure every customer experience is personalized and has a positive customer service experience. Your review will not go unheard.

    That said, we are truly sorry this has negatively impacted your experience with DriveTime. We appreciate you reaching out to us and again bringing this to our attention. If you have any questions regarding the sales process, please feel free to contact our corporate sales team at (800) 965-8042 or your local dealership.

    Thank You,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2022

    My sales men at both North & South locations were awesome, very helpful, knowledgeable, patient, respectful. No question I asked was a dumb question. Never pushed anything on me, stayed in my budget. South location Ralon & North location guy at front desk (pretty eyes) unsure of his name. Kudos & I appreciate them! Need more help like them.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2022

    Best dealer ever. First time ever I buy a car and went super smooth. Very good service. I will recommend any one. Thank then for the house and the taxis from the hospital to the hospital and I got the card and

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    PricePunctuality & SpeedRates

    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2022

    I went in to office and Santiago was the 1st to greet me and my mother. He engaged in conversation and asked what I was interested in. Started me off right away with applying and verified what I was able to potentially get rather than searching and looking at cats I may have not qualified for. Not only did he get me exactly what I wanted in my price range. It had low miles and was new to the lot I was the 1st to test drive. Yay me!!! It was a quick and easy experience he answered any questions before I asked and even re explained things when needed.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2022

    I scheduled an appointment for 1 pm. I arrived about 10 minutes earlier since the site stated to be on time for appt. I entered the building, no one greeted me although there were several salesmen in the lobby. I sat down and waited about another 20 minutes before the guy who was sitting at the front desk when I came in, came over to ask had I been helped. Really? After another hour or so, I wasn’t offered the deal that was expected. The inventory was not as seen on the site and down payment was way more than stated. I wouldn’t recommend them at all.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Linda,

    Thank you for bringing this to our attention and taking interest in purchasing through DriveTime. We are deeply sorry for your experience and any inconvenience this caused.

    This certainly is not indicative of the high quality of customer service and standards we strive to provide. We want to assure you we strive to provide a quick and streamlined car buying process for all of our visitors. Our primary goal is to ensure our customers leave the dealership feeling informed and confident in their vehicle purchase. In order to do this, we take the time to address all questions or concerns each customer may have. We will provide the necessary feedback to ensure every customer experience is personalized and has a positive customer service experience. Your review will not go unheard.

    We are also sorry to hear you were dissatisfied with the required down payment for the vehicle you selected and our inventory selection. Please know that the required down payment will vary depending on the vehicle selected, in addition to the physical documentation our customers provide directly to our sales team during their visit for verification. Our customers are welcome to source outside financing if they find a vehicle they desire.

    That said, we are truly sorry this has negatively impacted your experience with DriveTime. We appreciate you reaching out to us and again bringing this to our attention. Should you wish to discuss your review in further detail, you may contact our Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148, and an agent would be glad to assist.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Customer ServiceStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 25, 2022

    Very good experience. Very professional and excellent customer service. Amber was responsive and informative. Mathew the manager was professional and provided me specific information about my vehicle. I will recommend Drive Time to my friends. I will look to buy more vehicles in the future.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Feb. 25, 2022

    It was a pleasure to work with George. He greeted me at the door, and made the entire vehicle purchasing process smooth. The paperwork was simple, and easy to understand. I will be back. I will send people I know to George at DriveTime!

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    Customer ServiceSales & MarketingPriceStaffRatesHonesty & Transparency

    Reviewed Feb. 25, 2022

    My experience at the DriveTime in Lakeland was wonderful. My salesperson was Yamilet. Yamilet was honestly amazing. She was very patient with me when I was deciding what vehicle I wanted to purchase. I kept sending her cars for pricing and she always got back to me in a timely manner. After days of trying to find a car I finally found one. Yamilet was off the day I purchased my car but made sure the staff knew I was coming in. Tameka ** helped me with finalizing the sale. Tameka was very friendly and answered all my questions. My experience at DriveTime was wonderful. Yamilet and Tameka are great assets to DriveTime. I would like to say thank you to Yamilet for being patient with me.

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    CoveragePunctuality & Speed

    Reviewed Feb. 24, 2022

    This was the best experience Ive ever had! It took a bit to fully complete the purchase but our time seem to have flown by thanks to Christian!! He covered with us while we waited, he walked us through the whole process and I left with the car I wanted!

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    Staff

    Reviewed Feb. 24, 2022

    I did not like my experience at all. No matter what I asked it was always no. As compared to Carmax the service is not customer oriented at all. No way to purchase unless you set foot in the store. Once you get there the process is robotic. If you ask to make one change in the set process to save time it is impossible. Staff just argues their side like you were talking to your kid brother.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello John,

    Thank you for sharing your review with us. We regret to hear of your negative customer experience and the frustrations caused.

    Please know that we make every effort to provide a quick and streamlined car buying process for all our valued customers. Please know our main goal is to treat everyone with the utmost respect in a professional and comfortable atmosphere. From the first time you take interest in DriveTime until the sale is complete, we aim to provide the best in customer service to each and every customer who walks through the doors of our dealership and build that rapport.

    That said, I am truly sorry this has negatively impacted your buying experience with DriveTime. You are welcome to visit any of our locations located in your area. Should you wish to discuss your experience further, please contact our Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 23, 2022

    This is my second car from Drivetime. Excellent service...I will more than likely buy a 3rd and 4th car from them. The sales team was awesome and the selection was vast. I was in and out of there in less than an hour and a half, driving away in my new car. They were kind and courteous and the showroom was nice and clean. Thanks everyone!

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    Staff

    Reviewed Feb. 23, 2022

    Buying a car at DriveTime is a breeze. I’ve purchased two vehicles from DriveTime in Jackson, Mississippi with no hassle or trouble. The staff is attentive and courteous and are willing to go the extra mile. I would recommend this business to my family and friends. Go see Zachery ** for your next vehicle.

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    Reviewed Feb. 22, 2022

    Everything that was uploaded had to be scanned by the dealership. Waste of time to upload documents. Telling me I could only do one route for a test drive that did not include hills was unrealistic in Denver. Tequa was personable. However, never owning a car with remote start and not staying with me to test drive, it was difficult to figure out how to get the car in gear. Kurt was very pushy about the add-ons that I should consider.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Thresa,

    Thank you for bringing this to our attention. I truly regret to hear of your experience with one of our dealerships and if our sales staff had caused you to feel pressured to accept our optional products.

    Our goal as a company is to provide the best customer service to every customer that takes interest in DriveTime. Upon providing exceptional customer service, our sales staff does their best to introduce themselves and establish a relationship with potential customers during each interaction. If at any time the service level or communication at DriveTime is not being kept or not up to DriveTime standards, we would definitely want the opportunity to address this.

    While purchasing these ancillary products is always encouraged due to the safety net they provide in various situations, we make it a point to ensure complete transparency when it comes to our optional add-ons. One of which ways that we strive to accomplish this goal is by providing an optional product disclosure at the time of sale. This disclosure details all the optional items available and is designed to aid our customers in distinguishing from those that are mandatory.

    We truly value all feedback and will be using this to improve our customer service. Please know that your review will not go unheard. Should you wish to discuss your experience further, please contact our Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148, and a representative will be glad to assist.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Maintenance

    Reviewed Feb. 22, 2022

    My overall experience with DriveTime was good. I just wish my salesman would have listened to what I asked for on my financing. Thank you to the GM. He fixed the mistake and I would recommend drive time to others.

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    Reviewed Feb. 21, 2022

    It was another great experience. Buys this car from DriveTime again. Everyone was very nice and polite. I would come again and buy another one if needed. I would recommend family and friends to DriveTime to look into buying their next car.

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    Customer ServiceCoverageStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 21, 2022

    Very dissatisfied. Vehicle was junk. Silverrock was a joke. Didn't help me any. The coverage sucks. No consideration to their customers at all. Very poor customer service. Run while you can. Do not experience what I had to go through. I wouldn't recommend my dog.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Lakeshis,

    Thank you for sharing your review with us. We regret to hear of your negative customer experience and the frustrations caused.

    Please know that we make every effort to provide a quick and streamlined car buying process for all our valued customers. Please know our main goal is to treat everyone with the utmost respect in a professional and comfortable atmosphere. From the first time you take interest in DriveTime until the sale is complete, we aim to provide the best in customer service to each and every customer who walks through the doors of our dealership and build that rapport.

    Please know in an effort to prevent mechanical concerns, every vehicle sold from DriveTime is inspected prior to being placed on our lots for sale to ensure they meet standards. Not all automobiles have a spare tire included, for those that are not equipped with this, DriveTime will add an inflation kit for good measure. Since our vehicles are pre-owned and we are unable to determine if or when automotive concerns might arise, each vehicle comes with a 30 day/1,500 mile Limited Warranty along with an optional Vehicle Service Contract (VSC) for 5-years/50,000-miles to assist in most situations. We always want to encourage our customers to go through their claims process with SilverRock if they are presently experiencing any mechanical-related concerns and purchase this service. Our warranty and extended coverage provider SilverRock can be reached at (877) 584-3848 to initiate a claim. You are also welcome to visit their online website at www.silverrockhelp.com if you would like to view your coverage. Please also keep in mind that if the repairs needed are determined to be non-covered components, then they would be considered a cost of ownership.

    We thank you for your review and send our deepest apologies if this experience has negatively impacted your impression of DriveTime. Should you wish to further discuss your review, please reach out to our corporate Customer Relations department at (888)290-0148 and a member of our team will be glad to speak with you.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Customer ServicePriceRates

    Reviewed Feb. 21, 2022

    No hassle...Experience was very good.. Great customer service... Answered all my questions...Would recommend to a friend or anyone for that matter.. Pricing was good and a good amt. of inventory to choose from.. Within 2 hrs I had found the perfect vehicle and was headed home.

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    Sales & MarketingPunctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 20, 2022

    These service was great and the sales person was excellent. I enjoyed my stay and my experience there. There wasn’t a long wait or bad experience. I would advise anyone to go there and receive a vehicle. Keep up the good work and patience.

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 20, 2022

    Jeff was very polite and informative. Made my car buying experience not only a success but a comfort, I would definitely recommend you guys and scream from the mountain top, thank you very much for getting me on the road again. I loved the inventory and got the perfect car for me and my family, I also loved how quickly everything was done, very efficient all the staff were, and Jeff definitely made me feel like I was getting the best deal.

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    Customer ServiceStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 19, 2022

    Charles & Andrew were awesome and so helpful! Great experience!!! I would go back to them! They were great about following up & working with me! Go see them if you need a good used car! I’ll be returning again!

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    CoveragePriceStaffBillingRates

    Reviewed Feb. 19, 2022

    Jay was 110% professional, courteous, knowledgeable, friendly, and willing to help find a solution to what I was looking for. I drove from Peachtree Corners, GA to Morrow, GA because that location had the truck I wanted on the lot. I've done the traditional dealership, where you sit in an office all day long haggling over price, down payment, etc... Jay was up front with all the details I needed to make a decision on my purchase. I was in and out of the dealership, keys in hand in less than 2 hours and that includes all the paperwork for financing, insurance, the whole nine yards. I had purchased my wife's vehicle in 2015 from DriveTime, and I am happy I returned to them for this purchase. Thank you Jay and the DriveTime team! I love the new truck!

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    CoveragePriceMaintenanceStaffLoan Process

    Reviewed Feb. 18, 2022

    My salesman was great. Only thing about the buying process I didn't care for were the extras they try to push. I didn't need GAP insurance because I put 30% down, but still pushed it as a benefit to me, it would not be as I owe less than the cars worth, GAP insurance covers a GAP in what you owe vs what Insurance will cover. The Extended warranty is laughable @ $4000. I could replace the motor and trans for that "PEACE OF MIND" $4000... It would've added 20 months to my loan. Get outta here! Salesman was a nice guy though :) & the process was quicker than a regular dealership. Feel like I got a good deal in the end. Don't go for the Extras, this is where they make their BANK!!!

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    Customer ServiceStaffHonesty & Transparency

    Reviewed Feb. 18, 2022

    I think the customer service was outstanding. I will recommend you guys to everyone. My experience was satisfying and I truly enjoyed the honest. The car is great and I am truly happy. My family and I thank you.

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    Customer ServiceSales & MarketingPriceStaffRates

    Reviewed Feb. 17, 2022

    My car buying experience was great! The sales agent Ruby was amazing and patient with me! She took her time and worked with me until I was satisfied with the perfect vehicle! I came in to purchase a different vehicle but it wasn’t within my budget so she helped me find the right vehicle and for an awesome price. It took me a while but she never got impatient or frustrated with me and had a positive attitude the entire time!

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    PriceMaintenanceStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 17, 2022

    It was a amazing time. Found a vehicle that was in my budget and more Reliable than my other car so I can start making more money and don’t have to keep going into the shop every other week or breaking down all the time. Thanks again Lynn ** for the help and understand.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Feb. 16, 2022

    Julian was AWESOME! He took care of me, gave me my options, Did what I asked, answered any questions straight up. Just what I like. Thanks Julian. I've been driving my car for two days now and it's what I wanted. GOOD on gas.

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    Punctuality & Speed

    Reviewed Feb. 16, 2022

    Great job…. Wasn’t bad wait time either. Dylan stayed with me pretty much the whole time. Didn’t leave me alone for hours. Great Job with my options. Almost made it to hard to pick one car. Washed it and also put gas in it for me.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Feb. 16, 2022

    Drive Time actually made me feel like I was not going to be left stranded with a horrible car like some other car lots. Chad was very helpful. I do not like driving in Tulsa and he drove the cars for me that I wanted to test drive. They even put new brake bulbs in for me. I would Highly recommend. Thank you Drivetime for making me feel safe.

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    Honesty & Transparency

    Reviewed Feb. 16, 2022

    The entire experience was great and everything moved smoothly. I was told of a exhaust leak on a vehicle I really wanted and was advised that I probably would not want to get in the vehicle. I test drove it anyway and it had a shake. After I told them it was shaking really bad they took it off of the lot and put it in for service. Most other places won't even tell you they saw smoke from the exhaust and tried to sell it anyway. I really appreciated the honesty. I test drove several other vehicles and after selecting the one I wanted it was time for the paperwork. The paperwork was done in what felt like 20 mins. My overall experience opinion is that it was great. I have no complaints.

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 15, 2022

    Laura was AMAZING. She was fast and efficient and super helpful. I will definitely recommend her and this location to others. She made sure that we understood everything and she made sure to work with us as much as possible.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Feb. 15, 2022

    The young lady was so helpful very intelligent and very sweet. It was a very pleasant experience and by the way love the car. I would recommend to anyone to buy a car here. No hassle. Wish I could have bought all my cars and trucks from DriveTime.

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    Reviewed Feb. 13, 2022

    Iliad was great...we need a car asap. Thank you. Found you guys by driving down the freeway. Had bad experience with a local Ford dealer and they were horrible. Please keep up the great work. Everyone was nice and your building was very clean.

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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 13, 2022

    Michael ** was absolutely amazing and patient as he worked with us. I also very much appreciated the environment. It was easy to see that the employees supported one another. Michael listened to my needs and respected my decision making process. This is a large investment and he did not try to pressure me into making the commitment. He let me come to the decision with my husband at our own pace.

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    Sales & MarketingStaffTransparency

    Reviewed Feb. 13, 2022

    I was received with a warm welcome and throughout the process everything went smoothly. The sales person is knowledgeable and helpful throughout the process and ready to listen To my concerns, questions and guide me through the whole process. Transparency is number one.

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    Customer ServicePunctuality & SpeedMaintenanceStaffTimeliness

    Reviewed Feb. 12, 2022

    Great customer service! Helped me find a car very quick within my budget and worked with me if I had any issues! Had one small issue at first but nothing they couldn’t get fixed the next day. Great please, definitely recommend!

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    Customer ServiceBilling

    Reviewed Feb. 10, 2022

    He was very respectful and was on track. He made sure everything was intact before selling me the car. I enjoyed his customer service. He made sure the car checklist was meant. He also made my payment very easy for me. My little sister came with me as a support and he showed great office hospitality.

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    PriceRates

    Reviewed Feb. 10, 2022

    My vehicle wasn't ready for my birthday, but they made sure I received my car on my birthday. What a priceless moment I could receive. The price on my vehicle was perfect for my budget. I couldn't asked for more. Thank you Drive Time for my new vehicle.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Feb. 10, 2022

    Eifran was excellent, working with me and another customer at the same time. He worked with us professionally and affectionately. He was very friendly and helpful. He made my experience very comfortable and stress free. A joy to be around, I would recommend Efran to all my friends.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Feb. 8, 2022

    I am very lucky to be purchasing a car for the first time at 30 years old. That being said, I went in knowing next to nothing, which can be very scary. Dakotah & the staff at DriveTime were very helpful and patient, walking me through every step of the process. I never felt rushed or pressured, and everything was reviewed and thoroughly explained to me. Very happy with the car so far!

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    Reviewed Feb. 7, 2022

    The best service I ever had!! The salesman was great. We did most of the work before we even went there to test drive and then drive home a beautiful truck!! And they gave me more for my trade than they had to. Awesome.

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    Customer ServiceSales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 7, 2022

    The customer service at Drive Time is top notch. From Greenville to Charlotte, my experience was great! The only thing I didn't understand was I could not pick out my own car. They only gave me two options when there were a whole lot full of cars. I just wished I could have chosen the car I wanted even with less than good credit and only $600 down, I felt that because Drive Time advertise that they will approve everyone for a car, they don't tell us that our picking is extremely slim.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Iris,

    Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are thrilled to hear you had a positive buying experience; however, I do apologize if you were disappointed with our inventory when you arrived at our dealership.

    Please know we strive to provide the most accurate information during the approval process. The desired vehicle will also play a major factor for the final down payment required. Our goal is to set up our customers for financial success during the life of their loan. Our staff would have provided you with the vehicles that met your down payment need.

    Again, I am sorry to hear of your disappointment regarding the inventory options that were presented to you. Should you wish to discuss your review more in detail, please contact our Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148, a member of our team is available.

    Sincerely,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed Feb. 6, 2022

    I worked with Tierre and I told him I had to leave by 5 and he had me out by 5. He made my car buying experience very easy, comfortable, and fun. I will be recommending friends and family for future purchases. Overall I am happy with my purchase and experience.

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    Customer ServiceStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 6, 2022

    Dana was amazing. She really did a wonderful job with making sure I knew all the features of my new car and that I was satisfied before I left. Thank you Dana! Even the ones I talked to on the phone were great, I’m so glad I decided to take the drive to come check it out.

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    Sales & Marketing

    Reviewed Feb. 6, 2022

    Everything was great. Awesome sales man. Only thing the Kia Soul I bought was low on oil and it needed a oil change. Thought that should have been done from you or the company. Other than that it was a good experience.

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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 6, 2022

    Hands down the most caring, helpful and knowledgeable sales rep I have encountered in a while. I have referred all my family and friends to come see Sean in the SE Cincinnati location. Thank you for making my experience Great!

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    Customer ServiceTechSales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Feb. 4, 2022

    The sales woman was very nice and helpful when I was buying the car. When I came back in, she wasn't very friendly. She was kind of rude to me. The manager was very friendly and helpful. So, my experience was good and bad.

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    Billing

    Reviewed Feb. 3, 2022

    We started the process online. Once we got to the dealership our down payment was higher than listed online due to the vehicle we picked out. We had some tough negotiations but eventually got everything worked out. We love our new vehicle!

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    Staff

    Reviewed Feb. 3, 2022

    My experience was awesome. This is my second car with DriveTime and I know that you all do the very best to make sure customers we I’ll leave DriveTime happy and welcomed to join the team. A right choice is the best choice!

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Jan. 31, 2022

    I was looking to buy a car for the first time and Drivetime seemed to have the most reasonable deals within my budget and what I was looking for in a car. I was happy with both locations I visited (first in Downey, and later in Van Nuys), that the offices were clean and not busy. The employees were always very kind and helpful, never pushy or assuming anything about me being a young and new car buyer. We were helped by Anthony at Van Nuys to buy a 2017 Chevy Sonic, especially through the complicated process of choosing a financing option and figuring out a co-signing situation because of my unique financial situation. It did take a while, but I understand it was likely because of having to go through extra/double paperwork with a cosigner. Otherwise I am happy so far with the car and the experience buying.

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    Customer ServiceStaffBilling

    Reviewed Jan. 31, 2022

    The process it took to get a new vehicle for my family with DriveTime was priceless. I loved the customer service from the Arlington location and they made everything so easy for us. I a cash car person but my family needed a 2nd vehicle and with our credit not being the best right now, Drivetime gave us an opportunity to purchase a car and with that as we make our payments on time this will help with our credit for sure. Thank you Drivetime for making purchasing a car seem hopeful again.

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    Sales & MarketingPriceStaffBillingHonesty & Transparency

    Reviewed Jan. 31, 2022

    Thank y'all so very much for helping me with my trade in!! Laura ** in the Fort Worth office was awesome! When we first got in before we even sat down she sanitized the seats and area we were going to. Big points for that!!! The process didn't take that long honestly! As soon as we got there we got to test drive the car we wanted which was great! She was very informative and knowledgeable about the process. We were definitely satisfied.

    The only thing I would say is y'all should probably stop advertising "this is your REAL down payment and your REAL monthly payment." I was approved online for a 2017 Toyota Yaris. 495 down (I was putting 2k down anyways) and 180/month and had I gotten that car the down payment would have been $5600. It didn't ruin my experience, I'm still happy. Thanks to the staff in the Arlington office and Ft worth office but I'm not a big fan of the false advertising. I figured it wasn't 100% accurate but that's a really big difference.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Jan. 30, 2022

    I didn't expect to get such a great car for my first time buying one. Timothy was great to work with. He was very friendly and helpful. He helped me get exactly what I needed to get the car that I wanted. The process was smooth. They have their own lender who works based on your income rather than your credit score.

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    TechPriceStaffRates

    Reviewed Jan. 30, 2022

    Satisfied with customer Care, and the quality of inventory. Overall good experience and pricing was reasonable. Less time than expected with contract work. Test dive was helpful in the decision making process. The pre qualification process was the most helpful.

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    Price

    Reviewed Jan. 30, 2022

    Our car buying experience went the smoothest it ever has and we got a great car all thanks to John. This was the easiest, least expensive, and with the least amount of hoops to jump through. Couldn't have hoped for a better experience short of winning a free car.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Jan. 30, 2022

    The team at DriveTime was super friendly and easy to work with and no pressure in making a purchase. Working with Nick ** and Nona was very delightful. Would highly recommend purchasing a car from them. We would definitely go back there

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    Staff

    Reviewed Jan. 30, 2022

    Yesterday I purchased a car from Timothy at DriveTime. He was so awesome and patient with me. I probably test drove 10 cars and he didn’t mind. Timothy just wanted to make sure I left with something that I loved! Thank you so much and I’ll recommend them to anyone I know…

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    Reviewed Jan. 29, 2022

    Came in DriveTime and wanted to buy a car. Eddie helped us and was very knowledgeable and kind and worked with us on test driving the vehicles and sent the car for some maintenance we wanted taken care of before we bought the car. It was a little bit of a wait on getting the repairs taken care of but overall they took care of it and we were very happy with the service we received and Eddie also helped go above and beyond with pairing our phone to the car and changing key batteries. Very good customer service.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Jan. 29, 2022

    Clay was amazing and getting my car didn’t take all day. I was in and out. I am so happy Clay helped me find a vehicle. I love my car. My daughter is happy with the vehicle. Drive Time is very professional with selling cars.

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    CoverageBillingHonesty & Transparency

    Reviewed Jan. 29, 2022

    I was pressure to get the gap insurance and they tell me I couldn't cancel anytime and the payments will lower. I tried try to cancel it and they tell me I couldn't and my payment will be the same. You guy shouldn't lie to the customer.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Jose,

    We appreciate the time you have taken to share your review and thank you for bringing this to our attention. Our deepest apologies if clear expectations were not set during contracting and if you felt pressured to purchase the GAP coverage.

    As mentioned in your review, we offer optional products such as GAP or an extended protection plan to ensure we do our best to set each customer up for success with their purchase. We provide each customer with an Optional Products Disclosure at the time of sale. The disclosure is required to be signed prior to leaving the dealership to aid our customers in distinguishing the optional products from those that are mandatory. Our customers have the option to cancel the products at any time. However, it's important to keep in mind that it will not lower their payment. Typically, any refund due after canceling is applied to the principal balance.

    We apologize again for your experience. We will be using this for coaching and training opportunities to ensure our sales team is setting proper expectations. Please reach out to our corporate Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0148, should you wish to further discuss your feedback.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed Jan. 29, 2022

    Very reasonable dealings. He had Great customer service, and was very kind. He was easy to talk to and to understand. Fast reasonable service time. He did a very Great job. Friendly. Clean and quiet inside. Well recommended services to any future buyers or renters.

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    Customer ServiceStaff

    Reviewed Jan. 26, 2022

    DriveTime in Dallas was awesome. Great customer service. You are welcome in soon as you walk through the door by their staff. I was in and out in a hour with including test drive. Everything was explained well. I will purchase from them in the future.

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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Jan. 25, 2022

    I truly appreciated all the help that Brandon was able to give me! He was able to find me exactly what I wanted and to stay within my budget. I would definitely recommend anyone to go to DriveTime. He was a very personable salesperson and was able to help make my experience easy.

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    Sales & MarketingPriceStaffRatesTransparencyHonesty & Transparency

    Reviewed Jan. 24, 2022

    Not much I could write could show how much I would recommend these guys to anyone. I bought a vehicle I'm 100% satisfied with at a very competitive price. Braddah Stephen ** was my sales agent, and his service was the best I've ever had for any significant purchase. Not only was he very friendly, genuine, and honest about every detail, including vehicle history and condition (which I have since verified multiple times with mechanics), he and the office staff took extra steps to ensure I had the best experience possible. He even washed and shined up the car for me before I drove her off the lot, and has checked up since to see how I am enjoying the vehicle. Stephen and the other staff were very welcoming, and being a non-car-purchasing newbie, I could tell they were genuine about everything involved in the purchase. There was no pressure whatsoever, and the explanation of products and services (like the extended warranty), were clear and easy to understand.

    This Drive Time is smaller than the neighboring Carmax, at which I went right beforehand and was thoroughly unimpressed. The Carmax salesman was exactly that: just trying to push things on me rapidly without taking time to make sure I understood or heard him, and after driving a very overpriced vehicle at Carmax which was of far less quality than the one I purchased at Drive Time, I would say that Drive Time (which appears humbler and of less stock than Carmax), blew them out of the water. I would recommend this Drive Time and all its staff I've met (particularly Stephen) to anyone out there who just wants an honest experience and a decent car. Awesome job Stephen and everyone, and thank you so much for my incredible car!

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    Reviewed Jan. 22, 2022

    My experience with Drivetime was simple, I wasn't pressured in any way. Jeffrey was very courteous, professional, and polite. I would recommend friends and family in need of a car to stop by. Thanks for the beautiful car guys.

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    Reviewed Jan. 22, 2022

    Coy ** provided excellent customer service! Coy ** and the DriveTime staff were very friendly and professional. Mr. ** provided full disclosure of the car history, he was patient, he was detailed-oriented and thorough with explaining the financing. I highly recommend anyone to buy a vehicle from DriveTime because they are the best!

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    Customer ServiceSales & MarketingPunctuality & SpeedStaffBilling

    Reviewed Jan. 21, 2022

    Easy and fast. Great customer service! Got the vehicle I wanted! Everything was explained thoroughly! The down payment was low and monthly payment was exactly what I wanted! My sales was friendly and did a great job! Drove off the lot very happy. Thank yall!

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    Reviewed Jan. 20, 2022

    Was very helpful and knowledgeable in helping us find the car we wanted. We went with outside financing and he was very efficient in answering questions, giving advice, and emailing the proper paperwork our bank needed in a timely manner. Will recommend.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Jan. 20, 2022

    I definitely enjoyed my purchase with Joel helping move everything along. No complaints on my end, and if my dad is happy then that is a win-win in my book. Joel was very professional and made sure to go through everything with me so there was no hiccups.

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    Reviewed Jan. 19, 2022

    10/10 customer service. I got all my questions answered, and I was very happy when I walked out of there. I know Jason helped me the entire time and walked me through the process. If it weren’t for him, I would not have gotten my car from there. Thank you!

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    Reviewed Jan. 19, 2022

    Trevor let me test drive as many vehicles as I felt like I needed to find the right one. I am so happy with the vehicle that I selected, and Trevor made the buying process so easy and seamless. I would definitely recommend Drive Time to my friends and family. Thank you.

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    Sales & MarketingPriceStaffRates

    Reviewed Jan. 19, 2022

    Josh was an excellent and patient sales associate. He answered all of my questions. The price I got for my trade-in was a little less than what the Kelly Blue Book quoted me, but overall, all went well and my family and I are very excited and hoping for a great experience.

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    Reviewed Jan. 18, 2022

    Anthony ** is a really great asset to your company. He is very friendly, Knowledgeable, and patient. He answered all my questions and was very very kind no matter how many times I had to have him repeat something. I would definitely recommend Drivetime for a car.

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    Reviewed Jan. 16, 2022

    I worked with three people at your Conyers location. They were very personable and very professional. Anthony ** was awesome and I’d recommend him for career advancement/promotion. He has the right stuff to be in management. I would also recommend a friend to buy from this location. It was worth the drive.

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    Reviewed Jan. 16, 2022

    I was approved on the app with a down payment of $300 and a monthly payment of $400 on a specific vehicle. Set an appoint, went to the dealership. They ran my credit again and sent my file to 6 lenders. Why?? If I was pre-approved why run me through more lenders? They said down payment $3500. What a scam!!! In addition to that cost me 90 points on my credit report.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Angela,

    Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. I am deeply sorry for any misunderstanding regarding the approval process and if you are feeling misled. I want to assure you that we make our best effort to provide our customers with a clear set of expectations going into the approval process.

    However, it’s important for you to know that these decisions are real approvals and are not guaranteed. Any approval offers are dependent on the customer documentation provided directly to the dealership, such as proof of income, proof of residence, credit score, and the desired vehicle also plays a factor. We accept outside financing as well if our customers are not satisfied with the approval options offered by our financing partner, Bridgecrest.

    In regards to a credit check, we check our applicant's credit when they submit an application online or in-house, and it would be considered a hard inquiry. When our prospected customers visit one of our locations, our sales team will just verify the information submitted online to ensure everything is accurate. We do not do multiple credit checks.

    I appreciate you taking the opportunity to share your experience, and I apologize once more for any frustrations or inconvenience this may have caused you. Should you wish to discuss this matter further, please feel free to contact our Customer Relations Department directly at (888) 290-0148.

    Kindly,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed Jan. 16, 2022

    Had a good experience with the purchase of my car. Carlos ** and Will **. Very accommodating and helpful. The wait time was minimal. Information was accurate. Would like to have had more assistance with showing of the car. Looked for personal assistance with car itself from the sales Rep. to familiarize me with the car. I just received a printout of the car, personal assistant would have helpful.

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    Reviewed Jan. 14, 2022

    They get you in and out swiftly with so much hospitality. They walked me to car, showed me the amenities. They even thanked me for washing the car. I would come back here soon and use their services. I have never been to a place in Atlanta during covid times and they are nice and hospitable.

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    StaffHonesty & Transparency

    Reviewed Jan. 13, 2022

    I am honestly surprised and pleased with my experience. I’m a nervous person and buying a car for the first time had me in a panic. Brent totally put me at ease and helped me with every step of the process. They went above and beyond to be sure I was comfortable and knowledgeable. I am very happy with my purchase. Thank you so much.

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Jan. 11, 2022

    Brittany and Michael went above and beyond to help us finalized our purchase. I commend their patience and professionalism throughout the process. They stayed late to help us. We would purchase from them again. Highly recommend this dealership and applaud Brittany and Michael for their help.

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    PricePunctuality & SpeedStaffRates

    Reviewed Jan. 10, 2022

    Everyone was very helpful and they even worked me in an hour before my set appointment and got me a great deal. I love my car and it’s three times better than the one I was in. I just dislike that the one I was aiming for was only two years newer yet the asking down price was quadruple of what I put down for my car. Hopefully one similar to what I wanted is available when I pay it off so I can trade in. I would recommend anyone to come here. They will get you in a car for sure. Just make sure you take the longer test drive option to get a better feel for the car and to listen out for any other issues it may have.

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    Customer ServiceStaff

    Reviewed Jan. 10, 2022

    I am attempting to regain my independence and rebuild my credit and Sabrina and Chad went above and beyond the call to help me. They were attentive to my needs and eased my anxiety. I would recommend DriveTime to anyone in or around the Tulsa, OK area.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Jan. 10, 2022

    Ralph at the Morrow location helped me find the cutest Jeep! I walked in knowing they didn’t have what I wanted, but Ralph showed me a Jeep I ended up loving more!! Also made me smile more walking out with ZERO down!!

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    MaintenanceStaff

    Reviewed Jan. 9, 2022

    Marcus was the best, really friendly and just really good and nice. Was able to work with me and first my trade in did not work. Could not get it in the system for approval but he figured it out a different way and got it done for me.

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    Reviewed Jan. 9, 2022

    I had fantastic service by Shawn. Staff was professional. I made a great choice with DriveTime. The Jeep was in great shape with reports of past use. I liked the videos that DriveTime showed to explain their procedures and questions were welcomed. A good experience car shopping!!!

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    Customer ServiceStaff

    Reviewed Jan. 7, 2022

    They were awesome! They answered all of my questions. They walked me through everything and were very patient with me. Try them the next time you’re looking for a vehicle! You won’t be disappointed!!! Their customer service and knowledge was outstanding.

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    StaffTimeliness

    Reviewed Jan. 7, 2022

    The whole process was amazing. Everyone was very friendly to work with. There was even an issue with my trunk door and by the next day it was fixed and ready for me to pick up!! Easiest car buying I have ever done.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Jan. 6, 2022

    Denise was amazing in every way at Kissimmee location. She explained everything so I understood and made sure I got the car I wanted. She was patient with me and let me explain how I felt about each vehicle. 10 out of 10 that one.

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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Jan. 5, 2022

    My experience at Drivetime was wonderful. Everyone was SUPER nice and kind. Our sales agent Derek ** was very knowledgeable, patient, friendly, and helpful. He made process smooth and easy. I would absolutely recommend Drivetime to my friends and family.

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    CoverageTechPunctuality & SpeedMaintenanceStaff

    Reviewed Jan. 5, 2022

    I bought a used car at Drivetime on December. I'm not familiar with English because I am foreigner. Chad, who talked with me, made me feel comfortable and talked easy to understand. I was able to inspect the car carefully for an hour without any interference and took test-drive twice. And I found a minor problem in the car and asked them for repair, and they readily accepted. Waiting repair, as the repair period became longer, I asked them if I could take over the car first and fix it when the auto parts arrive. They, including the manager, put a lot of effort into doing what I wanted. They took my request seriously and listened to it. The contract process is fast and professional. I'm fully satisfied with their service and I'm so glad to do business with them. I'll visit here again the next time I buy a car. Recommend.

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    Sales & MarketingPunctuality & SpeedStaffRates

    Reviewed Jan. 4, 2022

    I had a fantastic experience buying a car from DriveTime. My salesperson Nicholas ** did an awesome job in helping me. He was very knowledgeable about the cars I was interested. Nicholas helped to have my financing completed quickly and efficiently. Hands down he was the best sales associate I have ever worked with. Thanks to Nick the task of buying a car was a great experience.

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    CoverageSales & MarketingMaintenance

    Reviewed Jan. 4, 2022

    Vehicle was dirty and and personnel at DriveTime insisted that there was no one to clean it. After I insisted that this Vehicle needs to be cleaned someone cleaned it. Sales pressure to purchase gap insurance after stating I don't need it.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Dennis,

    We greatly appreciate the time you have taken to rate your DriveTime experience. I am saddened to hear the vehicle condition presented to you was not satisfactory and you felt pressured on any of the ancillary products offered.

    Please know that all DriveTime vehicles are passed through a multi-point inspection, where they are detailed to meet DriveTime standards before being transported to our sales lots. I would also like to note that most of our dealerships that do not have a wash detail location on site will have a mobile detailer routinely come in for any touch-ups for those vehicles on the lot. We are sorry if the cleanliness of the vehicle you purchased from us was not up to DriveTime standards and left you feeling dissatisfied. Also, ancillary products offered are a way to set a customer up for success in the life of the loan, in the event something should occur to the vehicle.

    I want to thank you for being a valued DriveTime customer. We appreciate all feedback and will be using this for coaching opportunities at our inspection centers. Should you wish to discuss your review further, you may call (888) 290-0148, and speak directly to one of our Customer Relations representatives who would be happy to assist.

    Sincerely,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Staff

    Reviewed Dec. 31, 2021

    Dez was super helpful and patient and very knowledgeable. She went out of her way several times to answer every question we had. We had our toddler with us as well and she talked to him and even helped us move our car seat from vehicle to vehicle to see if it was the right fit! 10/10 would recommend!

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    Company Name:
    DriveTime
    Company Type:
    Private
    Year Founded:
    2002
    Address:
    1720 West Rio Salado
    City:
    Tempe
    State/Province:
    AZ
    Postal Code:
    85281
    Country:
    United States
    Website:
    www.drivetime.com

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