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DriveTime Reviews

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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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    PricePunctuality & Speed

    Reviewed Nov. 18, 2021

    Didn’t like waiting so long to be seen but it was worth it. Wish the car was washed first. Would have loved to have the tank full. But overall it was good with the outcome. I have a car and I can get back and forth to work.

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    StaffBilling

    Reviewed Nov. 16, 2021

    Thank you to Justin, Joseph, Bill, and Jennifer, everyone was amazing, helpful and patient with me as I looked for the right vehicle for me and when I made the choice and it didn't work out they helped me find the right one. I will be back when I need to make another purchase.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Nov. 16, 2021

    I would Thank Robert in the West Palm Beach office for everything. He was very helpful and generous. Yes indeed I will recommend this office to my family and friends. Again Thank you Robert! Stay friendly and keep up the wonderful job.

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    Reviewed Nov. 14, 2021

    The salesman was great. He worked with me better than I expected. He made sure everything was ready 'cause I live an hour away. The Manager was also great. They had the car pulled up and ready to go. He went over everything better than I expected. The dealership is a very nice place.

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    PricePunctuality & SpeedRates

    Reviewed Nov. 14, 2021

    DriveTime gave me an ease of worrying about my credit affecting a purchase I would enjoy. They showed me multiple options to choose from without having to lower my luxurious standards. The pricing was affordable and fair. They worked with me, hold the vehicle I desired while getting my ducks in a row. I couldn’t be more satisfied. The car buying process is easy, hassle-less, and fast. Thank you DriveTime!!

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    Customer Service

    Reviewed Nov. 14, 2021

    I fell in the love with car, but it has several issues that I was not informed of. (1) Back passenger door does not open, (2) It stopped on me twice yesterday and once today. I was suppose to have hitch hook on back of my car but it was never there. I have to put on the high beams just to have lights in the front of the vehicle. Paula **, my phone number **. I want to take this vehicle and pick another one.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Paula,

    Thank you for reaching out and providing your review. We are truly sorry to hear of the concerns mentioned in your review and hope to provide some insight.

    Please know all our vehicles are pre-owned and 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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    Staff

    Reviewed Nov. 13, 2021

    I was referred to DriveTime from my current co worker and when I say the experience was utterly amazing. Jonas at the Duluth location was absolutely amazing. He was very informative, he listened to my needs and made my purchase one of the best purchases I e ever made. I will definitely purchase again from DriveTime.

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    Reviewed Nov. 13, 2021

    Fausto ** made this a great transaction. Almost did not come back after dealing with a different person the night before. Had we not been there on Wed. It would have been 5 stars. If the review was on ** it would have been 5 stars.

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    Reviewed Nov. 11, 2021

    The process was so easy and I was only at the lot for approx. a hour. Laura and Francisco did a great job and really paid attention to all my want and put me in the perfect car. A 2016 GMC Acadia and I love it. Will definitely be making any future purchases with Drive time.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Nov. 11, 2021

    I love my car. I told people where to buy one. I love that people that help me on it. I will tell everyone that wants to get one at. I will think people will love to shop here. I love that I pick a good one.

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    CoverageSales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Nov. 10, 2021

    If you need a car, DriveTime is the place to go. The sales rep helped me through the entire process and answered any questions I had. After everything was said and done, I had my new car, they even helped me find insurance.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Nov. 10, 2021

    Antonio ** was very professional. He was very nice. Very helpful. I enjoyed my visit and I will tell a friend. Thanks DriveTime. Antonio explain all the details clearly. He got me and my sister a water. It was very relaxing at the office. Restrooms very clean. Great experience.

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    PricePunctuality & SpeedRefunds & PayoutsStaff

    Reviewed Nov. 9, 2021

    If there was a way to give a negative amount of stars I truly would. I was given a lemon car. Of course they have you take the vehicle somewhere in their network, Pepboys, who told me there was nothing wrong with the vehicle. 5 months later the car is now at a Nissan dealership. Repairs made but the rest is unrepairable. DriveTime says I am responsible for the remaining balance on the car before I am allowed to trade it in. I am NOT paying for a vehicle that is inoperable. It sucks you have to jump through hoops for a car that is worth nothing. I do not understand how such a crooked company is allowed to get away with such mess and succeed.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello,

    Thank you for reaching out and taking the opportunity to write a review. I am sorry to hear of the mechanical concerns that you have experienced over time, in addition to the concerns that you are currently encountering.

    Please know that we inspect each of our vehicles in an effort to avoid situations such as these. However, due to the nature of pre-owned vehicles, we are unable to predict when vehicle concerns malory arise after the time of sale. For this reason, each vehicle includes an initial 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, in addition to an optional Vehicle Service Contract that we offer at the time of sale for purchase. In order for SilverRock to process a claim for a covered repair, the Repair Facility would have to provide the necessary information to confirm the failure. Once the failure has been confirmed, SilverRock will proceed with approval.

    That said, I want to apologize again for any frustration this situation has caused. If you have any questions or concerns that you would like to discuss with us directly, please reach out to our Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0148.

    Kindly,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Staff

    Reviewed Nov. 9, 2021

    Anthony was fantastic. I have had horrific experiences in the past with car buying and Anthony was understanding and thorough and really made the whole experience painless. I made it quite tedious for him since I was an out of state buyer but he hit every detail! I’m definitely a fan!

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    StaffTimeliness

    Reviewed Nov. 9, 2021

    All the staff was super nice, friendly and very helpful! Straightforward. No beating around the bush. I literally walked in, chose the vehicle I found online, test drove and picked up the next day! The overall experience was great! Buying a car can be exhausting but the staff at Drive Time cuts all the exhaustion out!!!!

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    TechPunctuality & SpeedStaffBilling

    Reviewed Nov. 8, 2021

    I wish I could give them 10 Stars!!! My nephew and I were both in need of new (used) vehicles. We went to North County and had the pleasure of working with Devin **, he was excellent…so easy to work with, he explained everything as we went through the process. And so quick, I think start to finish was 2.5 hours. I came back a week later (unfortunately Devin was not available). I ended up working with Josh **, who was an equal pleasure to work with. Both Josh and the credit manager, Daniel **, had their work cut out for them! They ended up getting me a great deal on the vehicle I wanted and payments that I can afford. I’ve been to other dealerships that make you feel like “less of a customer” because of poor credit. EVERYONE at DriveTime treated us with respect, allowing us to maintain our dignity. Can’t say enough good things.

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    Sales & MarketingBillingRates

    Reviewed Nov. 7, 2021

    When shopping for a car the experience can be downright frustrating! What I have found is that DriveTime truly takes the frustration out of car buying. We went and toured the lot to identify what we wanted. The sales person listened to all of our wants and looked at what we were also willing to maybe pass up. We wanted to keep payments in a certain place along with a down payment. The finance department took paystubs and bank verifications which made the process simple and easy. We were able to see all our options including down payment options, monthly payments and APR rates. We were truly able to see all the numbers right in front of us to make a decision on which vehicle was best for us. Really could not recommend them more!

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    Customer ServiceStaff

    Reviewed Nov. 6, 2021

    They say 3x is a charm. I would highly recommend the Stone Mountain location over the Duluth and Marietta. They want you to be happy and drive off with an automobile. I was helped with synching my phone and we did a thorough inspection before I took it for a test drive. My rep did things in order and was friendly, personable and professional.

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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Nov. 5, 2021

    Had a great experience at the Gainesville, FL DriveTime, very helpful and professional, made everything easy and the sales manager and sales rep was amazing, would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a vehicle. They went above and beyond to make sure I got the vehicle I wanted.

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    PricePunctuality & SpeedStaffRates

    Reviewed Nov. 5, 2021

    Both Joseph and CJ were extremely helpful and quick! I appreciate how fast I was able to walk in, test drive and leave with the car of my choice! Also, the car I purchased dropped in price which lowered my downpayment as well! Kudos gents!

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    Reviewed Nov. 5, 2021

    I highly rec. going to see T at Drivetime in Savannah. Best thing you can do is be straightforward with all your circumstances (If you have any) and he will provide the best service around. I appreciate his patience as well as his timely service.

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    Reviewed Nov. 4, 2021

    Would recommend this location to one and all. Great experience. Dealing with Jan and turning in documents before going in saved so much time and hassle. This was our second purchase from Drive Time and won't be our last. Thank you

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    Staff

    Reviewed Nov. 3, 2021

    Had an idea of what I wanted before visiting the dealership. It definitely changed. I wasn’t sure what car to get. Had great help from Ty at the temple location. Ended up getting a black Ford Fusion. She runs great and I love her.

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    Customer ServiceCoverageRefunds & Payouts

    Reviewed Nov. 3, 2021

    Well tue when I was there for four hours, paid my deposit, got insurance, signed all my paperwork and was told that I could take the car wed as soon as my sister signs her paperwork so I called Drivetime up here and talk to a guy named Chris who told me that I was not going to be able to pick the until they got the paperwork back. It was just too many people telling you what to do but I really love the car.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Nov. 3, 2021

    Hands down, the easiest and most stress-free buying experience I've ever had! Solomon helped me and made me feel welcomed. He did a great job explaining things to me so I understood what I was doing. He was patient, and he made my car shopping experience great! I will be a return customer for sure!

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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Nov. 2, 2021

    Best, the sales person at the Owings Mills location and Anthony, the sales person at the Laurel location we very helpful, informative and welcoming. They made our car buying experience very smooth. I would highly recommend Drive Time as a great place to purchase a car.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Nov. 2, 2021

    Solomon helped me in the most professional manner, great service, great location. At first I did not think I was even going to leave with a vehicle, but thanks to this wonderful service they provide at Williamstown location I was able to. Thank you for everything.

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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Nov. 1, 2021

    Buying a car was with ease and the sales people were very friendly and polite. They were very busy but that did not stop them from seeing all of the customers that were in the building. They even greeted everyone with a smile.

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    StaffTransparency

    Reviewed Oct. 30, 2021

    Everybody was friendly and very helpful. It was an overall very good experience. DriveTime needs to update the handicapped accessibility for people. Had a very hard time getting up the outside steps and trying to go to the bathroom was very very difficult.

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    StaffBillingTimeliness

    Reviewed Oct. 30, 2021

    DriveTime was the best option for buying a car. All dealerships should operate the same. I went to two other dealerships that gave me the run around. They claim that they wanted to help but not really. I finally tried DriveTime and instantly got approved!! I was able to buy the car that I wanted with the down payment that I could afford to put down!! The process was smooth, the battery had to be changed out and they got it done the same day so I can leave with the car! I told my friends about DriveTime and recommended they buy their next car from DriveTime.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Oct. 30, 2021

    I was not impressed with the fact that the vehicle was not vacuumed out nor were the floor mats put inside the vehicle. Nor was there a full tank of gas in the car. I understand that due to the pandemic the detailers were laid off but this should have been handled.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Ronda,

    Thank you for sharing your feedback. I am truly sorry to hear that you were dissatisfied with the cleanliness of your purchase.

    All DriveTime vehicles pass through a multi-point inspection, where they are detailed to meet DriveTime standards before transporting them to our sales lots. Our sales staff also makes their 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.

    That said, I want to apologize again if this has negatively impacted your experience. We will submit your feedback to ensure our inventory is presentable at all times. 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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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Oct. 29, 2021

    Eddie ** is amazing and definitely the best sales representative I've dealt with when purchasing a vehicle. He told us everything we needed to know, worked with our budget and got us out under 2 hours! Absolutely will recommend him and DriveTime to anyone I know searching for a vehicle.

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    CoverageStaffTimeliness

    Reviewed Oct. 28, 2021

    The three agents there were all very helpful and friendly. They helped me with everything that I needed and had to be done in order for me to drive the car home the same day. They also helped me get insurance.

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Oct. 28, 2021

    My experience was wonderful. I traveled from Baltimore to Delaware not knowing that I needed an appointment. I was greeted by Don, who assisted despite not having an appointment. He was very patient and assisted me thru my purchase. I was very pleased.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Oct. 28, 2021

    My experience was great. Super easy and even when I was conflicted and changed my mind about which vehicle I wanted, Joshua remained calm and helped me through it. I was in and out within an hour and got my vehicle!

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    Staff

    Reviewed Oct. 27, 2021

    My experience was awesome. Nothing I can complain about at all!! I was greeted when I came in! Everyone there was super friendly! I wasn’t able to get the specific SUV I wanted but I was able to get one that fit my needs.

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    Customer ServicePriceStaffRates

    Reviewed Oct. 25, 2021

    Fantastic car buying experience at DriveTime in West Indianapolis! They stand true to their word. These guys are 100% hassle free! Awesome customer service guys too!! From quality to friendly to best prices, they cannot be beat! I will forever be their customer!

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    StaffHonesty & Transparency

    Reviewed Oct. 24, 2021

    Real good experience. Friendly, honest and helpful. That’s what I like when I’m going to a store. Thanks Santiago for all your help and comprehensive. I will recommend Drive Time in Kissimmee to everyone that are looking to buy a car.

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    Sales & MarketingPunctuality & SpeedBillingHonesty & Transparency

    Reviewed Oct. 23, 2021

    I applied online through Drive Time and found a vehicle Iiked. Set up an appointment and went. Was told that specific vehicle would be 19,000 dollars down payment! Down?! Are y'all high? Yet, I was able to get a vehicle that was 10k dollars less. Was almost 4,000 down. At absolute worse the vehicle I wanted should have been double at. Still a lie from the website who said my down payment was going to be 500 (I knew that was a lie and was expecting 2-4 thousand down). But definitely a bait and switch. I got a good car but wouldn't do business with y'all again just because of that.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Kayla,

    Thank you for sharing your review with us, and congratulations on your purchase! I am sorry if there was any confusion regarding a down payment that was provided to you during the initial approval process.

    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 loan.

    Again, I am sorry to hear of your disappointment regarding the approval 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, and a representative will be glad to further assist.

    Kindly,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Staff

    Reviewed Oct. 23, 2021

    Donita At DriveTime in Duluth GA was outstanding! Not only did she have patience with me but with the entire process!! VERY HELPFUL!!!! Loved her. I love my car and she made me feel and see it being the perfect fit for me.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Oct. 23, 2021

    We were extremely happy when coming in yesterday to get a vehicle., The gentleman who helped us was very kind and friendly as well as very informative. We want to thank everyone for their help getting us back on the road it was very much needed. Thank you again.

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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Oct. 22, 2021

    Janica was amazing, very patient and understanding. This was my first time buying a car on my own and I couldn't of chosen a better sales rep. Very pleased with the whole experience, definitely would recommend you guys. Thank you!

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    Staff

    Reviewed Oct. 21, 2021

    I went in at 12pm. I left your place at 1:30pm in my vehicle, my new Rogue. That was excellent service. Wondering where you've been all of my life. I loved my experience with you guys. I'm definitely referring you to people.

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    Reviewed Oct. 20, 2021

    I had a very good experience purchasing a vehicle from Drivetime Stone Mountain, GA location. I would shop there again and would recommend them to a friend. I especially like the fact that the process was quicker than I thought it would be. Their quality of vehicles is good and the so was the selection options. I would definitely recommend them to a friend.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Oct. 19, 2021

    Aaron was super helpful and knowledgeable about the vehicles on hand. He was very patient both days we visited and I’m grateful to have had such an easy experience! Also thanks to G2 AKA Bradley for helping seal the deal! 10/10 would recommend, the crowd goes wild.

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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Oct. 19, 2021

    The sales rep William ** was very helpful and got the job done and I appreciate everything that he's done for me while I was there. And he even went past the time he was actually done work so just know he will get the job done.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Oct. 16, 2021

    My wife and I had Janica take care of us. She was amazing and got us in a great car right away! It didn't take long at all and she was amazing for the help! It was the best experience we've ever had by far!!

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    Coverage

    Reviewed Oct. 15, 2021

    I am so thankful for my purchase. I searched for this specific make and model and was lucky to not only find it in inventory but also had the interior I wanted! My only wish would be for the warranty to cover hybrid components. I don't mind not having the battery covered but the other hybrid components is a must. That is why I declined the warranty and went with a different company for that part. Beautiful car and runs great so far! Thank you!!

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    Staff

    Reviewed Oct. 14, 2021

    I got a low mileage on my vehicle. I love my car. She even helped me set up my Bluetooth when I was lost. I loved her personality and she made the process go by easy. And most of all she cared about our timing and budget.

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    Sales & MarketingPunctuality & SpeedStaffRates

    Reviewed Oct. 14, 2021

    I bought my 1st car at DriveTime and had SUCH AN incredible experience with Marshall ** of the Athens Georgia drivetime location that I absolutely refused to deal with any other employee for my second purchase and even held off on my purchase and scheduled my day off to go to drivetime when Marshall was working. Not that the other employees were anything but incredibly friendly and helpful...it's just that Marshall ** goes above and beyond to work on the customer's wants and needs to get them in a car that they both love and can afford.

    Most dealership salespeople make me feel like they're sharks in the water with the sole interest of getting the most $$ out of me possible. Marshall displays deep concern with helping me get a car to fit my budget AND. That I love. I told all my friends looking for a car..SEARCH NO FURTHER than Marshall ** at athens drivetime. You'll drive away happy and confident Guaranteed! Thanks again Marshall **. You were as always..a PLEASURE to interact with. Wish you all the best and SOMEBODY please GIVE THIS MAN A RAISE! He works hard for your company and deserves it!

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    Customer ServiceSales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Oct. 13, 2021

    We experienced excellent customer service. Both the sales people that helped us seemed to care about what fit our needs and budget. Also they did not make us embarrassed because we had hit some hard times financially and needed a car. We love the car and it was just what we needed.

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaffBilling

    Reviewed Oct. 13, 2021

    I had a great appointment and very pleased with my experience. This is my first car purchase requiring payments and the dealer was very patient and kind with all of my "dumb" (and I'm sure annoying) questions I had. Definitely worked with me to assure I felt more comfortable.

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    CoverageSales & MarketingPriceMaintenanceStaff

    Reviewed Oct. 12, 2021

    We were stressed and depressed as we really were not prepared to make another car purchase. But due to our truck breaking down and needing over 4 grand worth of work, we figured we needed to go ahead and make the purchase. We went to 3 different car lots. Sales people were pushy and tried to put us in something that would not work for our family. When we got to Drive time, we were greeted by a friendly team member, who was not pushy. He showed us exactly what we qualified for and gave us time to make a decision without pushing us. After we decided what which vehicle we wanted, he took us in and did the paperwork and had everything approved within 15 minutes. All paperwork was completed with 30 minutes. We got a really good deal on a very nice suv with low miles. We also got a warranty, GPS app and gap insurance. We will definitely be repeat customers.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Oct. 12, 2021

    Carlos and the rest of the staff that I interacted with were great. They seriously worked with me to get the right car. Thanks to the whole team! I would recommend Drive Time to anyone wanting to buy a good car!

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    Refunds & Payouts

    Reviewed Oct. 12, 2021

    Have been 1 1/2 months and vehicle is now undrivable because transfer case is broke. Now I am paying for a vehicle I cannot drive and now will lose my job because I was sold a none reliable vehicle. Very displeased with purchase has been one issue after another.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Joshua,

    Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are truly sorry you experienced a mechanical failure so soon after your purchase.

    We do understand 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 customer's concerns.

    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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    Customer Service

    Reviewed Oct. 9, 2021

    This was the easiest and fastest and most pleasant car buying experience I’ve been through. No pressure, no pushy salesman, no harassing phone calls. Will be back and will tell anyone I know to give DriveTime a shot! Thank you for such a great experience!

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    Staff

    Reviewed Oct. 7, 2021

    Michael helped me buy my first car and was so nice and helpful. So was everyone there with him. I was nervous to buy my car but they helped me out with everything and we’re so cool about it. Would definitely recommend to anyone trying to get a car.

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    Customer ServiceSales & MarketingStaffFollow-Through

    Reviewed Oct. 3, 2021

    My sales advisor Shane from Riverside dealership was wonderful. He was attentive to my needs, thorough and has great follow through and follow up… from start to finish. I am very happy with my purchase and the whole process was smooth.

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    Customer ServiceStaffRates

    Reviewed Oct. 3, 2021

    Long yet successful accomplishment; Katherine did an excellent job supplying my objective. Provided me with the vehicle that has so far been efficient, for that I am appreciative. I rate the Ocala office 7 stars. Great service, hospitality, specific communication, and most of all inspired to provide you with your purpose. Thanks guys for such professionalism.

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    PriceStaffRates

    Reviewed Oct. 2, 2021

    Great service, friendly, personal, very helpful. He explained the price, fit me into a vehicle I can afford. David ** took time to show me the options that were available. He did not rushed or put me into something I did not want, very professional. I am happy with the purchase I bought. Thank you for all the help David.

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Sept. 30, 2021

    Had a great experience with Drivetime. Fast, friendly and very helpful. Will tell a friend. Got a 2018 Kia Rio and it looks brand new. Great team in Chandler worked together to get me in a nice ride. Thanks guys.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Sept. 30, 2021

    Everybody in the building helped me in one way or another. In this day & age that just don't happen. I am grateful for the whole team!!!! They went out of their way to get me in this vehicle.

    Clarence

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    PriceStaff

    Reviewed Sept. 29, 2021

    Everyone was amazing and very helpful during this process! Whenever things got uneasy they reassured me every step of the way! It was a little drive for me but it was definitely well worth it. So far I’m in love with my new vehicle!

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    Sales & MarketingPunctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Sept. 28, 2021

    Jeremy ** was the best sales person. He helped us get our new car fast and friendly. Georgia also helped when we first got there. The second day Jeremy made sure we left in a car. Thanks again Drivetime. My dreams have been made real.

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    Punctuality & SpeedBillingRatesHonesty & Transparency

    Reviewed Sept. 28, 2021

    I went in to the dealership with intentions of buying the mentioned vehicle. Knowing I would finance through the dealership and refinancing with my bank once returning home an hour and a half away. The salesman told me that I had to purchase all the extended warranties and because I was refinancing I did not foresee this being an issue. However, I find out today that it will take 4-6 weeks to process through my bank therefore, I cannot refinance until then. I am wasting money making a first payment that was schedule for 2 weeks out and wasting interest. He was totally dishonest with me. I thought that he was treating me fair until I found this out. Wish there was a way to cancel the warranties sooner.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Jamie,

    Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. I am truly sorry if our sales staff had caused you to feel pressured to accept our optional products at the time of signing.

    We do offer optional products such as GAP or an extended protection plan to ensure we are doing 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. This disclosure must be signed prior to leaving the dealership and is intended to aid our customers in distinguishing the optional products from those that are mandatory. We would highly encourage you to get in contact with SilverRock at (877) 584-3848, to discuss the cancelation process.

    We appreciate and value your feedback, we will be providing any applicable coaching or training opportunities in an effort to prevent this situation in the future. If you have any questions or additional feedback, please don’t hesitate to contact our Customer Relations department, at 888-290-0148.

    Best regards,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Customer ServicePriceStaff

    Reviewed Sept. 28, 2021

    They were wonderful with communication. David from LiveOak location was the best. He made my first time car buying experience so delightful. I shopped around for quite some time before deciding to go with This company. Then I showed up at this Dealership and met David at the door and he made me feel like family. He kindly reviewed my information and guided me through the process without making me feel unworthy like other competitors have. He showed me what vehicles were available to me and was willing to help me completely through the process to make sure I got the car that fit my lifestyle.... I’m happy with my new car which is perfect and I’m very happy with DriveTime. Thank you David for being so great at what you do!!!!

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    Customer ServiceStaff

    Reviewed Sept. 27, 2021

    Dana was very helpful with helping me trade in my old car for the new one. She made sure the new car was sent to the shop to get everything straight before I take it off the lot. I would like to thank her for her help and great customer service.

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    PricePunctuality & SpeedStaffRates

    Reviewed Sept. 27, 2021

    Excellent service. Very helpful and friendly. Prompt and knowledgeable with all my questions. It was easy and smooth to my satisfaction. Everything was explained and laid out for easy understanding. I was also very pleased with the selection of vehicles in my price range that I could choose from. Overall I am very happy with the service and my purchase from this company and would most recommend the experience to anyone whom would purchase a vehicle.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Sept. 26, 2021

    From the moment we enter Santiago was super amazing. He did everything he can to help. He asked us to look around. Ask questions as to what was our budget. Once we told him the budget he showed use car according to our budget. We did get the chance to test drive them which I thought it was great. At the End Nadeem to over her was great. Overall the team work is what they had in that office.

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    StaffBilling

    Reviewed Sept. 25, 2021

    Made all effort to get me what wanted and monthly payments I wanted. Worked hard, get deal done with my income. Friendly staff. Good supply of vehicles to choose from. Test drive was done by myself without a salesman trying to sell you anything so I could enjoy the drive to see if I wanted the vehicle.

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    Customer ServiceSales & MarketingPunctuality & SpeedStaffTimeliness

    Reviewed Sept. 24, 2021

    From start to finish, the experience was fast and easy. Applied and approved online, submitted information, talked to Dom ** my sales associate. Picked up the vehicle the next day. In, out and on my way. Sales associate was courteous and kept in touch with me throughout the process. Next day called to find out about the car. He was great as was the whole experience.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Sept. 23, 2021

    We had an excellent encounter with Rhett. Extremely helpful and pleasant. We were happy with the entire process and the way we were treated. We would definitely recommend this to our friends and family when they are searching for a car.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Sept. 22, 2021

    Great people. They also made sure my car was in good condition and it was a good vehicle. The young lady that helped me was very nice. She's a great person. Also make sure the car was clean and explain everything to me that I needed to know.

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    Billing

    Reviewed Sept. 19, 2021

    Everything was good at the dealership. The only problem I had was when I submitted my information online it said I had been approved with a 750 dollar down payment and gave me some cars to choose from but when I got to the dealership they were telling me the down payment would be 3100 for the one I chose online. I actually only had 2 choices with 750 down.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Jason,

    Thank you for sharing your experience with us and bringing this to our attention. I sincerely apologize that you feel that we misled you in any way regarding the required down payment.

    Our online approvals are real approvals based on the information the customer submitted through our website. Once you provide your physical documentation to our sales team to ensure accuracy and select your desired vehicle, we will be able to determine the required down payment. The down payment amount will vary depending on the vehicle you select. We will be providing feedback to the dealership for any coaching opportunities.

    That said, I apologize for your disappointment regarding the approval options that were presented to you. Should you wish to discuss your review in more detail, please contact our Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148, and a representative will be glad to further assist.

    Best regards,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Sales & MarketingPunctuality & Speed

    Reviewed Sept. 19, 2021

    My experience was great. My sales person Marlon was great as well. He made the whole process comfortable and fast. This is my second vehicle from DriveTime. If ever I need another vehicle I will definitely be going back to DriveTime. Thank you DriveTime for getting me back on the road.

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    Customer ServiceStaff

    Reviewed Sept. 18, 2021

    What a different experience since 5 yrs ago! Just seems so much better this time... It was good last time. Don't get me wrong.. But the people you have now were AWESOME! Brandon did paperwork on phone, so kind and efficient! Then when we went it was Ross...he's awesome too! So attentive, no pressure and just a kind, kind man!

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    Customer ServiceTechSales & MarketingPunctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Sept. 18, 2021

    My husband and I had an appointment at 3pm. We arrived 15 minutes before our scheduled appointment. After standing inside the dealership for about 5 minutes we were greeted by a lady that asked if we had an appointment. We replied "Yes at 3pm". She directed us to go look around at the vehicles and someone would be right with us. After looking around for about 30 minutes, no salespeople came out to greet us, so we went inside. The same lady that initially greeted us told us to have a seat and someone would be right with us. We looked around and saw several salespeople on their cell phones or just looking around. At 3:50 a salesman finally came over. I guess you could say that he "greeted" us, but basically just asked what kind of financing we wanted. He never said "hi", or even gave us his name.

    We had all the documents we were told to bring. He looked at my husband's pay stub and said we would need to get 3 months of bank records, tax returns, and his business license. We thought this request was strange since we have bought 2 other vehicles, from other dealerships in the past couple of years, and everything was the same with his job (he's been with the company for 14yrs). He never gave us his business card, he just sent us away and told us to come back when we had everything together.

    My husband and I are a biracial couple and had the feeling that we were treated with little respect could have something to do with it. The lack of any semblance of customer service was quite surprising especially since we are in the middle of a pandemic. We were VERY uncomfortable being in the business for over an hour and we were one of the few with masks on. We will NEVER waste our time with Drivetime. We left from there and went to another dealership and about an hour later, I was driving home in my new vehicle. So disappointed in Drivetime!

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Kimberly,

    Thank you for bringing this to our attention. I truly regret to hear of your overall experience at one of our delaerships.  

    Please know 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. Please know that your review will not go unheard.

    We truly value all feedback and will be using this to improve our customer service. Should you wish to discuss your review 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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    Customer ServicePunctuality & Speed

    Reviewed Sept. 18, 2021

    With a fast and easy online approval and trade-in amount my husband and I went to Drivetime in Columbia, sc and left just a few hours later with a new SUV. By the time we got home the airbag light and engine light had came on. I called the warranty number they gave and made an appointment to hopefully have everything fixed in just a few days. Even though I was very unhappy about already having to get things fixed, they made it easy.

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    PriceStaffRates

    Reviewed Sept. 18, 2021

    Thank you for the amazing service that was provided with helping my husband and myself. The application process was easy and you guys work hard to satisfy every customer to make sure they don't leave empty handed. We're very happy about the selections we were given to choose from. Very affordable prices and very wide selections of vehicles to choose from.

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    Reviewed Sept. 14, 2021

    Ms. ** was amazing and she was so nice and sweet. She keeps it real and she don't sell you know ** like tell you something one minute then say something else other. Hands down she is one of the best car saleswomen I know. Thanks Ms. **. You the best.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Sept. 14, 2021

    Very good and easy experience with Joshua! He was very patient and gave me a good experience. One of the best I have had. I was stressing wondering how I’m going to get back and forward to work and he was very kind. Thank you for this.

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    MaintenanceStaffBilling

    Reviewed Sept. 13, 2021

    I got my car on Aug 20th, The day after I got my car, my engine light came on, I start hearing sounds from my car, my break are terrible, my A/C is broken, like I’ve been in the auto care shop every week since I’ve got the car. I’m soooo disappointed with Drive Time. I even ask could I exchange my car. I just hate that I thought with joining drive time I’ll never go thru car trouble instantly and I haven’t even made my first payment yet. I’m just so upset and I regret getting a car from drive time. I really wish I could exchange my car,.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Dreshawna,

    Thank you for sharing your review with us. We are truly sorry you experienced a mechanical failure so soon 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 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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    StaffBilling

    Reviewed Sept. 12, 2021

    Good experience, got the payment where I needed to be, friendly professional staff especially Sean **. Will try to send him some customers. Good selection of vehicles to choose from, with the covid everyone did their best at being safe and protected.

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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Sept. 12, 2021

    Very easy process, salesman Noah was very professional, very helpful. David in Finance was very knowledgeable, very professional & both acted as if they wanted to help me, not just make a sale. Both answered all my questions & didn't try to sell me something I didn't like or that I couldn't afford.

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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Sept. 11, 2021

    Esteven was my salesman, he was both brief and professional which I appreciated. He answered any questions I had. The car I ended up purchasing was one that he himself selected for me to look at, and it was an excellent choice. Shopping for a car at a dealership can easily be an unpleasant experience, but in this case it was as smooth and painless as could be. Thanks mainly to Esteven’s approach to sales.

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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Sept. 10, 2021

    Mrs. Georgia ** help me get into a car on Wednesday September 8, 2021. She was completely amazing from the moment I walked in with my sister. Outstanding service from her, she gave me a real personalized attention and I am so grateful she was my sales agent! She exceeded taking care of me. She is just amazing!!!!

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    Reviewed Sept. 8, 2021

    I will never purchase a vehicle from them. I only had the car for a month and had to pay for repairs that wasn't my fault. Drivetime tells me they won't cover it. Silver Rock won't either. Come to find out, drive time does not do any thorough inspection on vehicles they purchase before selling them. Customer Relations told me this out of her own mouth. I can't wait to get rid of the lemon I purchased from them. This is the worst experience ever.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello,

    Thank you for taking the opportunity to write a review. I am torn to hear that you experienced mechanical issues shortly after your purchase.

    Please know that we inspect each of our vehicles in an effort to avoid situations such as these. However, due to the nature of pre-owned vehicles, we are unable to predict when vehicle concerns may arise after the time of sale. For this reason, each vehicle includes an initial 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, in addition to an optional Vehicle Service Contract that we offer at the time of sale for purchase.

    That said, I want to apologize again for any frustration this situation has caused. If you have any questions or concerns that you would like to discuss with us directly, please reach out to our Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0148.

    Kindly,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Customer ServiceTechPunctuality & SpeedStaffEase of UseTimeliness

    Reviewed Sept. 5, 2021

    Initially I checked your user friendly website for possible car options. I was able to schedule an appointment. We communicated via email and text. I received a checklist of documents required to process my purchase. That helped the purchase go smoothly. Tom met me and walked me through all information about the car and contract. He answered all my questions thoroughly. Tom is extremely friendly and knowledgeable. I am happy to say I was able to drive away in my car within hours. Smiles all around.

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    MaintenanceStaff

    Reviewed Sept. 4, 2021

    Sold a lemon. Lawsuit to follow. Sold a vehicle that did not work. Did everything right and I was hustled. Lawsuit to follow. Have all documentation. Not good. Bad. Very poor. Why rip off good people? Not good. Help. Why? I’m????

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Joshua,

    Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We deeply apologize for any mechanical concerns you encountered with your purchase.

    We understand that mechanical concerns are never ideal. It's important to know that all our vehicles are pre-owned and 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.

    Kindly,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    PriceStaffRates

    Reviewed Sept. 3, 2021

    This was the best first car buying experience. They helped me find a good car at a fair price. I would recommend that anyone should go to Drivetime. They helped me even though I have no credit at all. They was amazing.

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    Coverage

    Reviewed Sept. 2, 2021

    The vehicle is great so far! Was just surprised that there’s no spare tire. We had given them a few days notice that we were coming to pick up the car and it was dirty inside and out and the gas tank was almost empty. The purchasing of the car took approximately 2 hours which seemed very long to us and there were a lot of things the guy didn’t seem to know or that he was unsure about. It’s been almost a month since we bought the car and still haven’t received the title to purchase the plates for it. Overall we love the car but everything else seemed to be very unorganized.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Laura,

    We greatly appreciate the time you have taken to rate your DriveTime experience. I apologize for the time spent at our dealership while waiting to complete your purchase, in addition to the condition of your desired vehicle.

    I want to assure you we strive to provide a quick and streamlined car buying process for all of our visitors. However, the time spent at our dealership varies between customers. We certainly do not want anyone to feel rushed and want to ensure each experience is personalized. Our primary goal is to ensure you leave the dealership feeling informed and confident in your vehicle purchase, and in order to do this, we take the time to address all questions or concerns each customer may have.

    In regards to the condition of the vehicle, please know that we make our best effort to ensure our vehicles are presentable at the time of sale, additionally, to have an adequate amount of gas before driving off the sales lot to ensure our customers arrive at their desired destination. Also, not all automobiles have a spare tire included, if the vehicle was not equipped with a spare tire then DriveTime will include an inflation kit for good measure. If this was not the case, please contact our Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148 so we may address this.

    Again, I am sorry to hear that you are disheartened by DriveTime due to your recent experience. Should you wish to discuss your review further, please contact our Customer Relations department at the number above, and a representative will be glad to assist.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Sept. 1, 2021

    I came in for an 11 am appointment for a job that was supposed to take 2 hours. At 230 pm I asked what the estimated time frame to completion was. I was told 2 hours at the most. At 550 pm. The time of this review, I am still here. My car is torn apart. The technician is working on other cars and not mine. I can’t leave because car is in pieces. There is also grease stains on my seat and a box sitting on the roof. My car may not be new. But it’s new to me and it is in good condition. I’m pretty unhappy and would never recommend this shop to anyone!!!!

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Robert,

    Thank you for reaching out. We apologize for the experience you had with a repair facility and for any delays that occurred while trying to pick up your vehicle.

    If SilverRock, our warranty partner, referred you to this repair facility, we recommend you share this feedback with them. Their vendor team will be happy to address this matter with the repair facility directly to ensure this doesn't happen to any of our customers again in the future.

    We apologize once again for any inconvenience this caused. SilverRock can be reached at (877) 584-3848 for further assistance.

    Sincerely,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Sales & Marketing

    Reviewed Aug. 31, 2021

    Mishan was the best sales associate I’ve ever met and I look forward to doing more future business with your company because of him. My car wasn’t the exact one I wanted but it was my next choice and I can not be more happier.

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    Loan Process

    Reviewed Aug. 29, 2021

    I think you should probably discuss add ons like extended warranties before arbitrarily incorporating it in to loan documents. Secondly, the loan closing seemed rush like not giving you time to think about what you're signing. Everyone that buys from Drivetime on credit isn't desperate, though they may be credit challenged.

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    PriceStaffRates

    Reviewed Aug. 29, 2021

    From start to finish our car buying experience was easy, fun and the employees that helped us were very nice and knowledgeable! Easiest car buying I’ve ever had in my life!! Great pricing and detailed and accurate information on vehicle! Would definitely come back in the future!

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    PricePunctuality & SpeedStaffRates

    Reviewed Aug. 29, 2021

    Vic was very professional, polite, encouraging to me for the car purchase. If there are any recommendations from individuals interested in a car, I will recommend Drivetime Auto. Even though, it was timely, the purchase was worth the wait. Thank you!

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    Sales & MarketingPriceStaff

    Reviewed Aug. 28, 2021

    First off I found out the entire driver side half of my vehicle has been replaced due to a severe crash it had prior to my purchase. Second.. this vehicle needs struts. Now I have to take my time to go get this looked at and hope that the company Drive Time uses pays to get these replaced and a alignment. If Drive Time refuses to pay, this vehicle will be back on their South Bend lot within 24 hours and I will request my trade in back of my cash. The sales crew was at their best (being salesmen), friendly guys. I like the car over all and hope to get at least the mechanical parts replaced at no extra charge. I mean… 21k for a car that needs work already??? Nah. Not cool.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello James,

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

    We understand that mechanical concerns are never ideal. It's important to keep in mind that all our vehicles are pre-owned and 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. Our customers are able to view their coverage at SilverRockhelp.com or reach out to SilverRock, our warranty partner, at 877-584-3848 for any coverage questions.

    In reference to any damages related to an accident, we provide an Experian AutoCheck History Report as a courtesy at the time of sale. This report provides the history of the vehicle’s use, such as any prior accident records, rental or government use, registration in a storm area, or involvement in a theft. If any of these items were applicable, they would be notated in the vehicle information section of the Experian AutoCheck History Report. It is important for our customers to know that DriveTime is not associated with Experian AutoCheck in any way and has no control over what is and is not reported.

    Lastly, we also offer a 5-day Vehicle Return Policy (VRP), which allows our customers the opportunity to inspect and get comfortable with their purchase to ensure they are satisfied with their vehicle. 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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    CoverageStaffBilling

    Reviewed Aug. 28, 2021

    Sergio was a great guy to work with in person! He helped us with getting the Jeep Compass we were there to look at and answered all our questions about how everything was going to work with payments, coverages, and the other 50 million things we asked him.

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    Customer ServiceSales & MarketingPunctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Aug. 25, 2021

    My experience was wonderful, friendly, courteous, fast service, please with my purchase. I was however disappointed in the number of vehicles I had to choose from. Overall I was able to find what I wanted and I'm very satisfied. My salesperson was very patient even though I was not. He saw my frustration and maintained a calming attitude.

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    Reviewed Aug. 24, 2021

    My wife and I have bought a car from Drive Time before and we had a great experience. This is the reason why we went back to buy another car at Drive Time. This time it was horrible and uncomfortable.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Valentin,

    Thank you for sharing your experience with us! While I’m happy to know that purchased another vehicle with us, I want to apologize if you felt dissatisfied with your recent buying experience.

    Please know that we strive to provide the best possible service throughout all steps of the purchasing process. In addition to creating a comfortable and personalized buying experience for each one of our visitors. Our main goal is to ensure you leave the dealership feeling informed and confident in your vehicle purchase. I greatly apologize if this didn’t reflect during your visit.

    That said, I want to thank you for being a valued DriveTime customer. Should you have any additional feedback, I encourage you to contact our Customer Relations team at (888)-290-0148.

    Best regards,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed Aug. 24, 2021

    Nice to not spend hours at dealership. Many choices of cars and there was no pressure on choosing a car. Once I picked the car out was in and out in less than 30 minutes. Would recommend. High quality of vehicles. Willing to locate a vehicle for me at another location.

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    Customer ServicePunctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Aug. 21, 2021

    Excellent customer service. Especially to Richard **. He was a very nice guy. He made everything fast and easy. I was happy with the car we bought (Nissan Versa 2018 special edition). It was easy to drive. So far so good. I got no problem with it.

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    Sales & MarketingPriceStaffRates

    Reviewed Aug. 21, 2021

    I was very with the attention. Lashana was my salesperson and she was great. She get 5 stars from me. Thank you so much for all your help. Every one was super nice and help me get the car I need for my Family. Gave me a fair price for my trade in. I will fully recommend this place.

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Aug. 20, 2021

    Tameka and Matt in Lakeland were absolutely amazing through this car buying experience. Tameka was available and patiently helped me through everything start to finish. From looking at multiple cars at multiple locations to Matt working with the bank. Although I didn’t buy at Lakeland, I bought at Brandon. Josue was awesome too! The buying experience was very fast and I drove away within 2 hours!

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    Staff

    Reviewed Aug. 19, 2021

    After trying to find a used vehicle for a few weeks, during one of the most difficult times in history to buy one, my wife and I found our experience at Drive Time to be outstanding. Our salesman, Justin, was courteous, knowledgeable, and made the purchase enjoyable. I’d not heard of Drive Time. But, must say it was the best car dealership I’d seen. I would up from your company again, and would definitely recommend you to my friends.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Robert,

    Thank you for taking the time to rate your DriveTime experience. I am thrilled to hear that Justin provided a personalized buying experience for you and your wife!

    Although you provided us positive feedback, your rating leads us to believe there are areas of opportunity where we can improve. If you have any additional feedback, please reach out to my Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0148. Thank you for being a valued DriveTime customer!

    Have a wonderful day!

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed Aug. 19, 2021

    Michake **, salesman and Carlos ** the manager were spectacular. They explained everything and the process went smooth. I have recommended Drivetime on Alameda to friends. As the process was less stressful than what I expected. I would definitely go back when I need another vehicle.

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    Reviewed Aug. 19, 2021

    I purchased a vehicle from Sam and I had an effortless experience with no hassle, I was explained in detail what was offered and what to expect in my purchase. I appreciate the easy and detailed purchase which took very little of my time and got me the car I wanted and I was home in no time.

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    Reviewed Aug. 19, 2021

    I attempted to set everything up online considering I drove from another state. I was late an hour for the appointment so I had patience. I had already picked out everything and even had insurance on the vehicle so I was ready to go. I feel as though I got punished for being late to pick up the car. I had to wait hours after test driving and set up for temporary plates.

    I could’ve handled it but I had an elderly diabetic with me. I said something and they didn’t even offer water. I had to leave with no confirmed time frame to come back. I had to call to see if the plates were ready! What kind of customer service is that? After waiting for so long when I returned I had to then wait for Raya as she was trying to multitask 2 customers. I truly did not feel appreciated for my purchase and inconsiderate of my time. I could understand an hour or 2 but all day was ridiculous in my viewpoint because I had set everything up I could.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Michelle,

    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and bringing this to our attention. I am disheartened to hear that you were displeased with your buying experience at one of our DriveTime dealerships. I also apologize for any delays in purchasing your desired vehicle and for any lack of communication that occurred during your visit.

    I want to assure you that our goal is to create a personalized and streamlined car buying process for all our valued customers. I regret to hear you left feeling otherwise. 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.

    We appreciate all your feedback and deeply apologize once again for any inconvenience this caused. We will be utilizing your feedback for coaching and training opportunities. Should you have any additional feedback you would like to share, please contact our Customer Relations team directly at (888) 290-0148.

    Sincerely,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed Aug. 17, 2021

    I would have like for the car to have been put on a full tank of gas when you have driven a hour and a half to get there. Would have been nice but now was there to make it happen but I did asked several times. And maybe the car having a car wash before the customer leave off with it. I bought it in Jackson Mississippi.

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    Reviewed Aug. 17, 2021

    I was very impressed with Beverly from Union City. She was a great salesman. Her manager was something. That's all I can say about him. But I do appreciate how they were able to get me into a vehicle. And will recommend DriveTime to others.

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    Reviewed Aug. 16, 2021

    The best place I have been in to buy a vehicle. It's very easy and no nonsense. The staff was very good at their job. The sales person that help me was Denise **, even set all the apps for me. Give me a copy of the vehicle history that was very detail. I really like that And all the other paperwork. Explained everything so I would understand how it all work there. I give this place AAA.

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    Reviewed Aug. 15, 2021

    The staff was very helpful. I got a great car at a good price. Nothing bad to say about Drive time! The way they do business is top notch. I would recommend drivetime to all my friends and anybody who asked!

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    Reviewed Aug. 15, 2021

    Colt ** literally made this experience the best! He is truly a special person! He took his time to go over everything, made it a point for us to really find the car that we really want, and talked us in to getting all the care covers, and how reasonable it was, we left CarMax to come to drive time and it was the best decision we made.

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    Reviewed Aug. 15, 2021

    I was very pleasantly surprised by how the experience was. I have never had a salesman be as informative and helpful in all of my 35 years of buying cars. Going through the car front to back to make sure everything was good was something new to me. There was no pressure to buy all the extra insurance that was offered, he just asked us to watch a 3 minute video about what they offered. Am I happy? Yes. Do I like the car I bought? Yes. Do I think I got a fair deal? Absolutely. Now the big question. Would I go back? Definitely. Thank you for making a process that usually leaves a bad taste in my mouth, a much more enjoyable task to do.

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    Reviewed Aug. 14, 2021

    As much as I hate the process of buying a vehicle, this was the most painless experience ever! I worked with Matthew and he was amazing the entire time. Help me with all my needs and questions. As much as I felt like I was bugging him he definitely didn’t show it and was glad to help each and every time. He make sure it was the car I wanted and if not he me look at other options and stay within my budget. His other coworker sorry I can’t remember her name who help me with the paperwork and explaining everything was amazing. She made sure I understood and wasn’t left with any confusion. He make the process quick and easy and I will Do it all over again. Thank you DriveTime so much!!!!

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    Reviewed Aug. 13, 2021

    From start to finish the best customer service and fast process I've had for a 2nd time! Thank you Omar for the super professional and excellent sales. Will keep recommending you guys to friends and coworkers in the future. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Aug. 12, 2021

    My wife and I had stumbled upon some bad times due to Covid and we weren't really sure if we could get another vehicle. Drivetime took care of us and everything else. They also acted fast and didn't haggle us at all. They are an amazing choice.

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    Reviewed Aug. 12, 2021

    My husband and I stopped by to find a car for our daughter. We had been looking everywhere for a small good car for her but have had no luck. I am so glad we found y'all. When I first seen the Chevrolet Spark all I can think about was how I could really see my daughter in this car. We had Elyssa help us get into this car. I think that how spell her name. She was awesome. We went through everything so smoothly and she was so sweet. Very professional. She took real care of us. She was so friendly and so easy to talk to. She answered all our questions we asked with no problems and easy to understand. Thank you so much. I wish there was someone like her everywhere we go. The car was a surprise for our daughter going to college. She fell in love with it and I just wanted to tell Elyssa it fit her so awesome. It drives well and she is enjoying her car so much.

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    Reviewed Aug. 11, 2021

    My salesperson Nicholas was the best ever. We need more people with a good heart and love what they do. Excellent service. I will recommend all my friends to come here and see Nicholas. The best customer service person I ever came across in the car industry.

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    Reviewed Aug. 11, 2021

    I loved the vehicle which is the only reason I brought it from there. The vehicle was what I expected and more, however my sales rep. Was very short and rude with me. My questions that I asked was totally meant with a defensive attitude and even when it came down to the down payment. “She said you know your down payment is $3500, right?” I work in car sales myself and I would never treat a customer like he or she was a burden and I’d be happy to answer any questions so that I’d make it a pleasant experience. Buying a new vehicle is the second largest purchase in a person's life besides buying a home and no matter what a customer's credit is like I always treat them fairly, because they are using their hard earned money to be able to get something that will afford them to make more money, build their credit and try and live the American Dream! So I was very unhappy with the experience and I would not recommend it to anyone else.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Cassandria,

    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and bringing this to our attention. I regret to hear that you were displeased with the service level you received from one of our team members.

    I can assure you that this certainly is not indicative of the high quality of customer service and standards we strive to provide. Please know that we aim to provide the best possible service during all steps of the purchasing process, and I regret to hear you left feeling otherwise. Upon providing exceptional customer service, our sales staff should be doing their best to establish a relationship with potential customers during each interaction. Our entire sales team is trained to answer all the questions that arise during the purchasing process while completing the sales process in a timely manner. We know everyones’ time is of importance.

    We appreciate all your feedback. We will be providing the necessary feedback to improve our level of customer service. Should you have any additional feedback, please contact our Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148, where a team member will be glad to assist.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed Aug. 8, 2021

    The salesman was excellent and went above and beyond in helping get the 2013 Nissan Rogue. Very pleased with his work. That being said the car was dirty inside and out. I know with covid some things go by the wayside but definitely need to have someone prepping the vehicle for delivery.

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    Reviewed Aug. 8, 2021

    The dealership gave me the runaround, made me wait 5 hours before the purchase was complete. My wife had to cosign at another location. The manager there said that wasn't needed. I got approved on my own. No communication at the Woodbridge location. Several customers were helped and completed before my paperwork was done. Never buy a vehicle there again!!! Also told that payments were biweekly AFTER paperwork was started. I'm paying $22000 for a $12000 car!!!!

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Peter,

    Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are torn to hear you were dissatisfied with your overall buying experience and apologize for the time spent at our Woodbridge location while waiting to complete your purchase.

    We want to assure you we strive to provide a quick and streamlined car buying process for all of our visitors. However, the time spent at our dealership varies between customers. We certainly do not want anyone to feel rushed and want to ensure each experience is personalized. Our primary goal is to ensure you leave the dealership feeling informed and confident in your vehicle purchase, and in order to do this, we take the time to address all questions or concerns each customer may have.

    In addition, 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 or financial terms, 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 reaching out to us to share your experience and apologize once more for any inconvenience. If at any time the service level is not being kept up to DriveTime standards, we always welcome the opportunity to address these situations. Should you have any additional feedback to share with us, you are welcome to contact our Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0148, and a representative will be glad to assist.

    Best regards,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed Aug. 8, 2021

    This was my first car buying experience. John ** is the sales rep that got me into my car. He had to jump through hoops that I’m sure other car salesman would not have bothered with. He was not pushy, he took his time with me and was very patient. I was so nervous about having a salesman talk me into a bad car loan or driving off the lot in a piece of junk, instead I drove off with the perfect car for me and the kids. I absolutely love my car. I’m so happy and thankful I found a place for people like me that are building their credit and need a loan. I’m glad John took a chance on me and got me the loan I needed. Anyone needing a car that’s been turned down or screwed over at other lots, go see John ** at Drivetime Louisville and you won’t regret it.

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    Reviewed Aug. 8, 2021

    I was greeted by John Saturday August 7th at the Kissimmee Drivetime location. And I am happy I was paired with. John made the entire process seamless with his easygoing attitude. John was personable, friendly and very informative. He listened to every concern and needs I was looking for in a trade in. John wasn’t the only representative there that guided me through the process… I was also helped by Luis whose customer service was also matched with John. What a combination I was paired with and I couldn’t be more happier.

    I was given sound advice and help through the entire process. I was given many options until I felt comfortable with my decision at the end and there was NO pushing for me to make a decision I wasn’t comfortable with. John made sure I understood each document I was signing and if I had any questions, he actively listened to them. This has been the best experience I’ve had with purchasing a car and the best service I’ve received from anywhere in a very long time. John and Luis made a terrific team and I would do it all over again with that particular team.

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    Reviewed Aug. 8, 2021

    I had an awesome experience. It was fast and the gentleman that helped me was friendly and patient with every question I had. I would definitely recommend this place to all of my friends and family! Thank you Drivetime!

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    Reviewed Aug. 8, 2021

    They gave me 500$ for trade in and my car payment and interest rate was ridiculous... They don't care if you have bad credit because they are gonna screw you over either way.. If you waste your time getting car from them you will find out...

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello,

    Thank you for sharing your thoughts on our company. I want to apologize if you are feeling dissatisfied with the structure of your finance contract. Please know that we make our best effort to structure each customer's contract with terms that fit their individual financial needs.

    We try to maintain a sense of transparency by providing each customer 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 if they are not satisfied with the financing options offered through Bridgecrest, our finance partner.

    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 or their financial terms, the vehicle can be returned within the first 5-business days (not including the date of sale, holidays we are closed, and Sundays).

    That said, I want to thank you for being a valued DriveTime customer and apologize if you feel we misled you. 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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    Reviewed Aug. 8, 2021

    My experience on 08/05/21 at Drive Time in Duluth, GA was great as well as the sale representative (J) too. We have been without our on transportation for almost 8 months. I Thank God for our new 2013 Ford Escape, Drive Time as well as (J) the sale representative and everyone else that made this deal to happen on 08/05/21. May God Bless Each Of You at Drive Time located in Duluth, GA. WON'T HE DO IT!

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    Reviewed Aug. 7, 2021

    This was the best experience with any car lot we have ever had... Thank you to the sales rep and other employees for making this the best most painless experience. Considering what took place with my car on Monday I was not expecting to have to look for a different car.

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    Reviewed Aug. 6, 2021

    Jalen was awesome She made sure I had all the information and what they meant. Would definitely recommend Drivetime to friends and family. The process did not take long, the people are friendly and they made sure I follow Covid19 guidelines.

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    Reviewed Aug. 5, 2021

    One of the best car places I have ever been to!! Friendly people and service rates them above all the rest!! Thank you DriveTime!! Marshall has been working with us since last year on the purchase of a vehicle!! The low pricing and short time of selecting, test drive, and purchase, we were done and out of there within an hour!! I would recommend DriveTime to anyone who is looking to purchase a vehicle!!

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    Reviewed Aug. 4, 2021

    Michael was awesome. Super not used car salesman-like. Would go back. Would also recommend to anyone with not great credit. Good selection and reasonable prices. Also, they'll actually finance you. Only spent about 3 hours total at the dealership and that wasn't their fault. Once I picked the vehicle it was only about 45 minutes from then to out the door with my keys in hand. Thanks guys!

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    Reviewed Aug. 3, 2021

    I went in to look at a specific vehicle but the down payment did not work with my budget. Tre was a great help at the North Phoenix location and made everything go smooth. I would definitely do this again.

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    Reviewed Aug. 2, 2021

    Dealership was awesome in everything about my experience!! I was able to look at a few cars before my decision. Was a great experience, will be sending friends in. I wish I had known about you a few years back. I will be back myself.

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    Reviewed Aug. 2, 2021

    Had to buy a car to get back and forth to a new job that I had accepted at the end of June. I went to the Dallas, TX location the first time and spoke with Jerome. He was very friendly and professional but could not sell me a car that day because I had a licensed driver over 21 restriction on my DL. I went back on the 26th after I had passed my test to remove the restriction and this time dealt with Joseph. Even now, Joseph was professional, he continued to pressure me into purchasing a car with a low interest loan but with a high down payment that was well above my price point. This continued on for 5.5 hours. Multiple other customers came and went while we were there but some of the timing was due to response time from the bank. Ultimately I ended up purchasing a 2015 Ford Escape that night around 9:30pm CST.

    The car was working great until it came time to back out of the parking lot at the new job that I had started three days later and I couldn't back out because the brakes were locking and seizing on me. After taking it to a repair shop within my warranty plan the next afternoon. They discovered that the back rotors and brake pads were grinding metal on metal to one another (see attached pictures). Luckily for me I was able to promptly get this car to a repair shop to address that problem before the brakes failed and I got involved in a serious car accident. All that I ask is that you just check the car out with a fine tooth comb during your purchase. Also I ask for a formal apology because, quite frankly, this potential "death trap" should have never been on the lot to sell to customers. Just because there exists a huge demand for used cars doesn't mean that you all can cut corners and sell clunkers for high prices.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Matthew,

    Thank you for reaching out to us. I apologize for the time spent at our Dallas location while waiting to complete your purchase.

    I want to assure you we strive to provide a quick and streamlined car buying process for all of our visitors. However, the time spent at our dealership varies between customers. We certainly do not want anyone to feel rushed and want to ensure each experience is personalized. Our primary goal is to ensure you leave the dealership feeling informed and confident in your vehicle purchase, and in order to do this, we take the time to address all questions or concerns each customer may have.

    We appreciate you reaching out to us to share your experience. Thank you for being a valued DriveTime customer. If you have any additional feedback to share with us, you are welcome to contact our Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0148, and a representative will be glad to assist.

    Best regards,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed Aug. 1, 2021

    I came in on the 30 July, Customer service was welcoming. I was giving a list of cars that fit my preference, I walked the lot and got the fill of them. I decided on the 2015 Nissan. I semi-test drove it around the lot. It's a used car so I wasn't expecting too much the mileage was very low for the year which was surprising, but.

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    Reviewed Aug. 1, 2021

    Drivetime was the best experience that I have ever had when purchasing a car. Glen and Desha at the Fort Pierce location were so amazing and helpful and they were great answering my questions and getting back to me in a timely manner. I would recommend anyone to them. Thank you so much!!

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    Reviewed Aug. 1, 2021

    I had found a very nice vehicle with low miles at a reasonable price…..concurring I have no so great credit. I had received 6 different down payment amounts. Each day a different price. While I understand it is mainly the bank who determines this, it became extremely frustrating. Luckily I was able to cope and the dealer worked with me to the best of their ability. The bank however that is their main finance go to was absolutely horrible to work with. In the end, I am happy with with my purchase and back on the road.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Daniel,

    Thank you for submitting a review. I sincerely apologize you were dissatisfied with the approval options that were presented to you. 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. Our potential customers also have the option to use outside financing if they find a vehicle that they are interested in.

    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 July 30, 2021

    I would like to thank Rodney for everything that he did...I was flat out impressed with him and he took care and made sure I left in the same exact vehicle that I wanted! On my next car visit I'll definitely will see him again. All around excellent guy and salesman!!

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    Reviewed July 29, 2021

    I was very pleased with the sales associate who patiently helped me with the purchase of my new car. The associate explained everything from the contract all the way through the buying process to make sure that I was satisfied.

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    Reviewed July 29, 2021

    I bought a vehicle thru them once before and was great. The 2nd time I was going to buy a vehicle from them had a bad experience due to immature sale rep. The 3rd time I had a great experience. Alejandro and William worked with me on my new vehicle and both were great! William went step by step with me checking to make sure everything was in good working order.

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    Reviewed July 29, 2021

    Thank you. Put everything. She made my car buying experience easy. I would recommend them to anyone. I didn't even think that I was able to get a car with the credit that I have and I I was able to purchase a car. I will send anybody in their Direction. Thank you again Drive time and Miss Laura.

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    Reviewed July 29, 2021

    My salesman was excellent and knowledgeable, very friendly. I like the added safety tools that came with my car purchase. I would recommend him for anyone looking to buy a car. He is very knowledgeable about cars and would be a great person to go to if you didn’t have much knowledge about cars.

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    Reviewed July 28, 2021

    Preston ** was great! Preston picked a great car! And listened to what I wanted! Everything was Fast and efficient. Preston listened and made things so easy. I love my new car! I look forward to a great business relationship!

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    Reviewed July 28, 2021

    Good used car at fair price, however; I find it hard to believe a dealership would let a buyer drive off without fixing the recalls prior to sale. Especially when the recall may cause a fire/combustion. Ask for Carfax! That being said, I am pleased with car even though not perfect. The price was very good. The best part of my experience was Herb my sales agent. No pressure, genuine care, doing whatever he can to make it work for you.

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    Reviewed July 28, 2021

    My experience was very Good. I would definitely recommend a friend. They took time to explain everything to me and I asked a lot of questions. Very professional staff. I love the car. It was overall a great experience. I would go back there in the future.

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    Reviewed July 28, 2021

    The entire process was quick, easy and extremely efficient! I would definitely recommend to anyone that I know in the market for purchasing a car. From the initial completing of the online application to seeing my choices before I go in, then finally picking up my car…smooth process!

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    Reviewed July 27, 2021

    It was a pleasure to work with Sales Advisors, CJ and Shane, in the purchase of my 2014 Ford Escape Titanium. The service was efficient and straightforward. I would recommend DriveTime Riverside to others looking for a good used vehicle.

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    Reviewed July 26, 2021

    This was my first time buying a car for myself and I’ve tried a couple other places but Drivetime made the whole process less confusing for me. I was able to get a really nice car with low miles with my credit (I don’t have the best credit) and it’s a reasonable monthly price. My friend recommended I go here and I will definitely recommend my friends and family to go here as well and might even come back in a few years if I want to get a new car.

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    Reviewed July 26, 2021

    The Dayton Ohio location has great people working there. Everyone is friendly and helpful and they don't rush you. Decent selection of vehicles to choose from. It would be nice if all car lots were this way. Would recommend to my family and friends.

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    Reviewed July 26, 2021

    I loved Allison & Mikka. They provided outstanding service excellence and were both so easy to work with during the entire process. Allison found me exactly what I was looking for and made the initial process so easy. Mikka was so friendly and made the in store purchase process less overwhelming and so pleasant. I'd highly recommend both Allison & Mikka!

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    DriveTime
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    Year Founded:
    2002
    Address:
    1720 West Rio Salado
    City:
    Tempe
    State/Province:
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    Postal Code:
    85281
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