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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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    Staff

    Reviewed June 28, 2018

    I purchased a 2010 Toyota Rav 4 Sports August of Last year. I still think it was priced very high. I have not had the car for an entire year and already had to get all new brakes and the suspension was bad. Come to find out the brakes were completely gone. They were already bad when I purchased the vehicle. Silver Rock do not cover anything period. They have a real bad reputation for not assisting anyone. I had to kick out 1300 of my own dollars to fix repairs that were previously there.

    Personally I would not recommend DriveTime to anyone especially the horrible warranty service provided. The workers at DT were very polite and great experience. The bad part came after the purchase. Now my car drives better than it did when I first purchased. That also tells me that the car has already begun its downward spiral into needing repairs. This is not cool to people who rely on good quality service and our wallets. Silver Rock is an humongous joke and I would not recommend them to my worst enemy.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Harris,

    Thank you for writing your review. I am truly sorry to hear that you are unhappy with your vehicle due to the suspension and brake issues you had encountered post-sale.

    Please know that we perform an initial inspection on our vehicles prior to sale in an effort to prevent situations such as these. However, due the nature of pre-owned vehicles, there are sometimes instances in which mechanical concerns may arise post sale. For this reason, each vehicle sold from our lot includes a 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, in addition to the extended Vehicle Service Contract that we offer as an optional product at the time of sale.

    The optional Vehicle Service Contract provided by SilverRock coverage pertains to the internally lubricated components of the drivetrain, as well as certain components within the heating and air conditioning systems. Unfortunately, repairs outside of these systems are considered cost of ownership.

    That said, I want to apologize again for any frustration this situation has caused. If you would like to discuss this matter further, please contact my Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0148.

    Respectfully,

    Jacob –Customer Relations

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 27, 2018

    My wife and I had not planned on buying a new vehicle that day however we stopped at DriveTime. The service was friendly, genuine, & no pressure whatsoever. We test drove a vehicle, went through approval process. Left, went home, discussed the situation. Went back an hour later and drove away with our new Cadenza... Thanks to all the staff that were involved...

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    Customer ServiceStaff

    Reviewed June 26, 2018

    I went in over a month ago not knowing what I wanted at the time. (I was difficult to please.) Fred showed me around & being that I was unable to tell him what I was wanting amazing he didn't try to talk me into a car, wasn't pushy & gave me my space. He followed up w/ me even after I wasted his time and wasn't very pleasant. Last Friday I returned over a month later. He remembered my name and helped me get into a new car THAT I LOVE! He could have easily ignored me & assumed I was a waste of time. But thankfully he didn't... He truly wanted me to like what I was going to purchase. GREAT JOB! VERY THANKFUL & HAPPY!

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    Reviewed June 26, 2018

    Buying the car was easy for my son - a first time buyer. Down payment was as promised. Salesman great. What's bad is the car- a 2016 Ford. He had the car for 13 days and it broke down. He had to pay for a tow truck. He had to Uber to work. He had to get a rental car - the part he needed took 3 days to get. Sure, the warranty company covers the repair. But that doesn't help with the transportation issues and the money he is out now - after just paying the down payment. Now the repair place called and he also needs a battery - at his expense... 162.00.

    So he has paid out over 350 dollars within 2 weeks of buying the car. Now the first payment is due, and he is out all this money. Called DriveTime - they said "we just sell you the car". Called the finance company - "we just lend you the money". Seriously? How can a reputable business sell you a car that lasts 13 days and then offer no solutions or any attempt at customer service? We just sell you the car? A broken car! They must not check out their cars before selling them. Definitely would not recommend this company.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Mildred,

    Thank you for taking the time to let us know about this experience. I want to apologize deeply for the frustrations that have been brought forward by this. Please know that although we inspect all of our vehicles prior to placing them on our lots, they are pre-owned. It is for this reason that we offer a 30 day/1,500 mile Limited Warranty and optional Vehicle Service Contract.

    I would like to know more about this situation, however I cannot locate a corresponding account with the information provided. At your earliest convenience, please contact my Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.

    Thank You,

    Kaitlyn - Customer Relations

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 25, 2018

    I would like to say that my purchase experience at DriveTime was smooth and terrific. The employees were extremely helpful and knowledgeable. I definitely would recommend anyone to first look at DriveTime before looking elsewhere for their next vehicle.

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 25, 2018

    My experience at DriveTime was great. Alicia ** worked with me patiently. My credit is not the best bit she worked it out. All employees are friendly and made me feel welcome. I was recommended by a friend, and I will surely recommend someone.

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 25, 2018

    Mr Tracey ** did a great job of explaining everything to us. He was extremely helpful, not pushy and was very patient with us to walk us through every step of the process and making sure we was comfortable. He got us straight to the point.

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 25, 2018

    Mr. ** and the staff of DriveTime on Memorial Dr. was extremely pleasant and very helpful. They were kind and patient. I would definitely recommend this team to anyone I know. I got the car I wanted, and am very satisfied with the service rendered. Thank you.

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 24, 2018

    The people at DriveTime were fantastic as before. Went above and beyond to get me in the vehicle I sought. Very professional and courteous. Thank you DriveTime. Thanks to the staff at the Lauderhill Florida DriveTime. The Best.

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 24, 2018

    Richard and Loni were amazing. I wasn’t looking at DriveTime but they had the car I wanted. Loni and Richard got my car delivered from another location. They were very professional and courteous throughout the entire process. I wish every car buying experience was like this.

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 24, 2018

    I was very pleased with the service I received and would recommend them to my friends. My salesman was very helpful and very informative. I am very pleased with the vehicle he sold us. Everyone there was very polite to me and my wife.

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    Reviewed June 24, 2018

    I really enjoyed my experience at DriveTime! I immediately left and began recommending to friends. The process was smooth, easy, and fit my budget. Chris, the dealer, made the process worthwhile. As a recent college graduate, purchasing a car that is reliable was a big deal for me. I'll be in graduate school soon, so I'll need transportation to commute to my field site. My previous experience with cars has been a financial burden due to the constant mechanical fixes. I am grateful for purchasing a vehicle that fit my personal desires and my development as a young adult.

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 23, 2018

    My car buying experience was relaxing and no pressure. Antoine ** was a very good salesperson, Took the time to show me what my choices were and talk to me about them. Need a Car? Go here. You won't regret it. I will come here again, for another vehicle. Thank you Antoine.

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    Price

    Reviewed June 23, 2018

    I would like to say the salesman Emeka was great. However, three things that I was not happy with was firstly there was not a lot of options to chose from. I did not understand if the price of the car was the similar why more of a deposit was to be made. Totally confused because the amounts were not that far off. Secondly, I was there all day near 7 hours. I was exhausted by the end of the day. Third, my car was not detailed in which I do not understand why???

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Dara,

    Thank you for reviewing your experience at our dealership. While I’m happy to hear that our representative Emeka was able to showcase excellent customer service, I want to apologize if you left feeling dissatisfied due to the concerns mentioned in your review.

    In reference to the time needed to complete your vehicle purchase, please know that we make our best effort to expedite the process of placing our customers into their ideal vehicle. However, time spent at the dealership can vary between customers due to a number of different factors, and I sincerely apologize if you left feeling inconvenienced in any way.

    I also want to apologize if you were not entirely satisfied with our vehicle options, as well as any confusion regarding the down payment requirements for the available vehicles. Please know that we do everything we can to set our customers up for success when making a purchase through our dealerships. To ensure this, at the time of purchase, our sales advisers will provide our customers with a vehicle selection and financing options that best fit their personal need and budget. Additionally, it is important to keep in mind that our system automatically populates the minimum down payment amount based on the information and documentation provided by our customers, as well as the specifications of the selected vehicle.

    I want to thank you again for taking the opportunity to leave your review. If you would like to provide additional feedback, or you are in need of further assistance, please contact my Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0148.

    Thank you,

    Jacob – Customer Relations

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 23, 2018

    Our Salesman, Christ at DriveTime in Conyers was very helpful and accommodating! Christ drove to Duluth to pick up our first car. They stand by their 5 day hassle-free exchange period. We purchased a vehicle on a Monday and on Thursday, it had engine trouble. I called DriveTime and told them we wanted something else. The manager, Justin, told us to come on in. Chris drove yet again to pick up a vehicle for us, this time to Morrow to pick up our SUV. He even put gas in it. While no one wants engine troubles so shortly after getting a car, it was nice we were able to get into an even newer car.

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    Reviewed June 23, 2018

    Jonathan ** helped me out so much! The process was quick and easy. Couldn't have asked for better service. I was worried about my credit, but Jonathan worked with me to get me approved with payment options that worked for me. Thank you!

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    Customer Service

    Reviewed June 23, 2018

    DRIVETIME MADE MY DAY from the first visit to me making a purchase. Everything was good from the customer service to showing me vehicles. CHRIS ** WAS SUCH HELP WITH EVERYTHING AND I TRULY APPRECIATE HIM... I had been to two other dealers before I went to DriveTime and no seem to make things work so finally when I googled about DriveTime and also my relative referred me and told me how good they were I couldn't help but to go and see for myself and I'm glad I did cause I made a good Satisfying choice.

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    Reviewed June 19, 2018

    So after doing a online application for DriveTime, we were told our downpayment was $395 which we had planned to put down about $1500. There were several vehicles we liked on their website. Once arriving at their lot we noticed majority of their cars had very high mileage (100,000)! Then we found a car we liked at a price we were comfortable with & mileage was good. We were told by the not very friendly sales rep our downpayment would be $7,800!!! Save your time & money! This place is a scam! They want to sell you a vehicle with $100,000 miles! NO THANK YOU!

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Tammy,

    Thank you for sharing your concerns regarding our sales process and I do apologize if clear expectations were not set prior to you making the trip to our dealership. We strive to provide the most accurate information during the pre-approval process, however, it is important to keep in mind that these offers are pre-approvals and they are not guaranteed.

    When you arrive at the dealership your down payment requirements are subject to change based on the preferred vehicle as well as the information provided but not limited to proof of income, proof of residency and credit score. Our goal is to provide everyone the opportunity to apply for a vehicle and help place them into a vehicle of their liking with loan terms structured to that customer’s individual situation.

    I appreciate you reaching out to us and I apologize that we were unable to help you at this time. In the event that your situation changes we would love for you to return to DriveTime.

    Respectfully,

    Jodi-Customer Relations

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 18, 2018

    Thanks for all the help everyone did to help us purchase a vehicle... Thanks to Ms. Yvonne from the mesa center for doing all the paper work and being patient with us. We love our new car and would recommended it to anyone in need of a car. Thanks DriveTime.

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 18, 2018

    Ms. ** has great people skills. She's funny. And she enjoys what she do. I appreciate her for being patient with me. She went out of way to ensure that I had what I needed for the car. Thank you so much.

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 18, 2018

    Mike the salesman was friendly. The manager wasn't. I looked over and he was looking at us then held a folder over his face and whispered something to another guy. The other guy then looked at us and started laughing. Made me feel uncomfortable.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Kim,

    I really appreciate you bringing this to my attention. While I am delighted that Mike was friendly, I am saddened to hear that it was dampened by the behavior of another. Please know that we strive to provide a welcoming experience for all of our customers. If you would like to provide any further details or have any questions, please feel free to contact my Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.

    Thank You,

    Kaitlyn - Customer Relations

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 18, 2018

    Eric ** and Ian ** at the Shadeland store were awesome!! I had went to a competitor about 10 yrs. ago and watched endless repetitive videos and signed and initialed 3 reams of forms!! I also felt like I sold my soul to the devil. DriveTime was the best experience!!! Everyone was very nice!! Thanks to everyone!!

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 18, 2018

    It couldn't have been easier and I'm so happy with the vehicle! My salesman was fantastic. They really work to find the vehicle you want! I will definitely recommend them to my friends and family if they are looking for a vehicle!

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 17, 2018

    Carlos is the man!!! I highly recommend anyone and everyone to DriveTime. Carlos really took the time and help me out. He also took the time and patience with me. Never thought getting a car is easy with DriveTime. Really had a amazing experience with DriveTime and yes Carlos is the man.

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 17, 2018

    Very courteous and the salesperson didn't go back on his word when he said that he could get me in a vehicle with a zero down payment. I didn't have a lot of money for a down payment and had been to other car dealerships and they all needed a down payment. Thank you so much.

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    Customer ServiceStaff

    Reviewed June 17, 2018

    Purchased a car. They provided excellent customer service, friendly atmosphere, easy to get there. Every Employee has outstanding knowledge of what they are doing, provided the consumer over and above customer care, hospitality. I would recommend a friend or family member.

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    Reviewed June 17, 2018

    Thank you to Christopher for helping us out yesterday. The service there was absolutely amazing. We was pleasantly impressed by our deal and was overjoyed with the car we purchased and as we ride in the car today we feel that us getting the car was meant to be.

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 17, 2018

    Staff was highly polite and professional. Explained every detail of the process with honesty and integrity. Helped me get my dream car and I’m highly blessed with entire staff! Thank you for allowing me to achieve this. I was nervous about getting approved... I’m on this journey to build up my credit while driving something nice. Now I can enjoy my summer with my Mopar Club family. Truly a blessing!

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 17, 2018

    I bought my dream car at DriveTime in Midlothian. I was having a lot of difficulties with pay stubs but 4 of them came together and helped me. They did everything possible to make sure I got the car I wanted and was happy. Thanks to Steven, Ahmed, Kaitlin and Bryce!! I would definitely recommend this place. Amazing team!

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 17, 2018

    I dealt with a total of 3 people during my experience and they all were very helpful towards my process. Christine, Eric, and Jason were kind, and encouraged me to take my time when it came down to reading paperwork, choosing a car, and being positive that the one I chose was the one for me. They made me feel very welcome and were upfront about everything which I appreciated and gave me options. I bought a car that's only 4 years old, and I'm happy with my choice. I'm also glad DriveTime does give you a chance to get your APR rate down within 60 days. It's another way of allowing a customer to help themselves. As far as I can tell in these past couple of days, I like DriveTime and would gladly recommend others to the dealership I went to.

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    PriceStaff

    Reviewed June 16, 2018

    Matt and his team got us into the vehicle we wanted, kept us within our price range, and unlike other places there were no surprises when we got to the dealership. They got the car we wanted from another location and had it all ready for us. Thanks for helping us out!

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    Customer ServiceStaff

    Reviewed June 16, 2018

    Mr ** was really attentive and professional. I was able to get a car and have comfortable payments. He explained everything for me to understand all the process before I even went to their office. He was in touch and was able to wait for me to get to the dealer. Was a great experience and I recommend everyone that ask me where to get good service and nice cars. Great job.

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 16, 2018

    JD out of Aurora was my sales rep and he was very personable. Didn't try to pressure me into a vehicle I didn't want or push for added options. He wanted to work with me and get me a vehicle I wanted. Hands down, best dealer experience I've ever had.

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 16, 2018

    I visited the Arch road location and my saleswoman Briana was wonderful! I recommend her to anyone that wants to buy a car. She went above and beyond to get the car I wanted and even drove all of the way to Petersburg to get the car. Thank you!

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    Reviewed June 16, 2018

    My wife and I purchased a 2014 Ford Fusion last fall. The sales people were great, but we have issues with our sales experience. One, there were no floor mats when we purchased the car. Two, both rear tires had slow leaks in them at the time of sale, I was able to fix one myself. Three, the dealership only had one key for the car. We had to purchase another at around $170. Four, the tire iron with the car doesn't fit the lugs. That means if there is an emergency, I can't change the tire myself, and I have to purchase another tire iron. This isn't cool in the least. We got the car at the Pelham Alabama location.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Delgado,

    Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your experience. I want to apologize that you encountered these frustrations. Please know that although we inspect all of our vehicles prior to placing them on our lots, they are pre-owned. It is for this reason that we provide a 30 day/1,500 mile Limited Warranty and optional Vehicle Service Contract.

    In regard to floor mats and keys, please know that the items received at purchase are the same that we received at gaining ownership of our vehicles. On the subject of the concerns with the tires, please know that is an example of why we provide our 30 day/1,500 mile Limited Warranty.

    I would like to ensure that you concerns are appropriately addressed. If you would like to discuss further, please contact my Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.

    Thank You,

    Kaitlyn - Customer Relations

    Reviewed June 15, 2018

    This company should be avoided at all cost! They lie, cheat and steal. Do not use the ancillary products. They are NOT required. We were told they were required because we were using their finance company! Do not sign anything until they produce an itemized list of all monthly charges. We were told it would be $10.00 a month! We still don't know how much per month we are being charged! They refuse to tell us! Something as simple as an oil change, they felt the need to lie about that as well. We took it day one and got the oil changed. It was pure black. The technician said it hadn't been changed. The sticker on the windshield stated it had just been changed!

    We were told all DriveTime automobiles are thoroughly checked and maintenance is done before it arrives for sale. Then how did they "miss" the leaking hose! Need I go on? Caution to all do your due diligence before you attempt to use this shady business. They have already lost a case of millions of dollars in their home state of Arizona, just google DriveTime Attorney General!

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello George,

    Thank you for reaching out to us and I truly apologize for the frustration you are experiencing pertaining to your overall sales experience.

    Upon further review, I do see that you are currently in communication with another department within DriveTime and I strongly encourage you to keep in contact with them.

    Should you wish to speak to them directly, you can contact our Customer Relations department at (800) 965-8043. A team member would be glad to connect you through,

    Respectfully,

    Jodi-Customer Relations

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    StaffFinancing

    Reviewed June 15, 2018

    Very nice people very helpful. Had a few issues with vehicle that had to go into the shop right after the purchase but was minor things that didn’t take very long to be resolved. Overall great experience for being my very first time financing a vehicle.

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    Reviewed June 14, 2018

    I bought my car through DriveTime 4 years ago. For the last year and half I have been paying extra (like 200 to 300) every month. I have call asking them to apply overage to principal. They shorted me a payment and will not go back and review their figures. The balance continues to increase. I have paid 3000 in over my payment and still does not reflect on my payoff...

    I checked payoff last week and it was 12432 and today it is 12597. No one there can explain to me where the hundred dollar increase came from. She had the nerve to tell me it was my fault for the balance being messed up because I waited 6 months to call in have extra that was paid applied to the principal. On most loans anything paid extra has always gone on the principal balance. I can’t trade it in because I am still 8000 over on what they want to give me. All they want to do is draw that interest and I refuse to do that any longer. Their customer service department could fight their way out of a wet paperback.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Tracey,

    Thank you for providing your review and I truly apologize for any frustration that you are experiencing regarding the payoff amount that was provided to you recently.

    Please keep in mind that all financial related questions and concerns are handled directly through Bridgecrest., your loan service provider. I will be directing your concerns to them shortly and someone will be reaching out to you from that department.

    If you wish to contact Bridgecrest, they can be reached at (800)967-8526, a team member will be glad to assist you.

    Respectfully,

    Jodi-Customer Relations

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    Customer ServiceSales & Marketing

    Reviewed June 12, 2018

    We decided to purchase a van from DriveTime. Initially, the experience was going extremely well and we were excited for the purchase. However, an issue with our tires changed my mind. About a month in from purchase, we decided to go get a quote on some tires to plan ahead for the expense. When I say plan ahead, I figured 9 months to a year in based on how much we would drive the Van. However, when we went to Discount Tires for a quote, they measured our tires tread depth and looked them over for general quality. They measured our two back tires at 5/32 and one front at 6/32 and the other at 7/32. The specs are “barely” above what they recommend replacing them at which is 4/32.

    In addition, they noticed cracks in the tires most likely created from the tires sitting out in the weather for quite some time. I called DriveTime and was advised to contact customer relations. I called them and complained. They finally agreed to review my situation. They had me go to my closest in network provider for SilverRock (The company who handles in warranty repairs). They measured the tires and took pictures and sent the data over to SilverRock and/or DriveTime. I am not sure how it finally reached customer relations. Customer relations told me that the tires are in spec and that they don’t consider the cracking as failure so they will not replace the tires. This is where I am very upset. They sold me a vehicle with tires “barely” in spec.

    The salesman empathized with me and stated he trusts the vehicle inspection unit that sends the cars to the lot. I told him, I trust the sales people to sell a quality product. I guess it is my mistake that I didn’t check out the tires in detail. I mean, I don’t carry a tread measure tool with me in my pocket. The cracking, perhaps I could have seen that. Regardless, they let a vehicle leave their lot, a “Premium” vehicle mind you, with tires I feel are of horrible quality. I forked out money for the down payment and paid my first payment only now having fork out an additional 350-500 on a new set of tires.

    I am extremely disappointed that they wouldn’t simply replace the tires. I can say now that I will discourage anyone from purchasing a vehicle from DriveTime. I will shout it from the mountain tops to steer clear. Had they replaced them and apologized for selling me the vehicle with horrible tires, they would have had an extremely happy customer who would purchase from them in the future, in addition to recommending them to anyone I know or come in contact with for their car buying needs. I should NOT have to purchase a new set of tires 30 days in from purchase.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Eduardo,

    Thank you for taking the time to share about your experience. I want to apologize for that you have experienced this regarding your tires. Please know that while we do inspect all of our vehicles prior to sale, they are pre-owned. For one-off situations, such as this, my Customer Relations team is here to review. I have located and reviewed your account and will be contacting you within the next 24-48 hours. Alternatively, you can also contact us at (888)290-0148.

    Thank You,

    Kaitlyn - Customer Relations

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 12, 2018

    Corby was very helpful and nice. I will send all my friends to him. The experience as less painful than I expected it to be. We got out of a bad lease and into a very nice 2016 KIA Sportage. We are very pleased so far in this matter.

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    Staff

    Reviewed June 11, 2018

    Shana and the managers were awesome. One of my best purchasing experiences. They found the car I wanted and the price I wanted to pay monthly. I plan to send my boyfriend to purchase his pickup truck. I will definitely recommend DriveTime to friends.

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    Reviewed June 10, 2018

    I never thought I would be approved, and Wesley made get my dream car a dream. If I ever need another car I will return to Drive Time. The car (2012 Honda Civic) runs like a dream, love it. Thank you so very much.

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    Reviewed June 10, 2018

    I have been a DriveTime customer for 2 and a half years now and I wish I never gotten a vehicle through them!!! I am on my second vehicle from them because my first one was totaled and GAP bought out the contract. My first one needed new brake pads and rotors all around, plus the undercarriage was completely rusted out. They put me in another one that I really liked... after I had to replace all 4 rotors, brake pads, and the rear struts. The transmission has been displaying a symptom of an issue that has been occurring since I got it. The main issue at hand is that they will Lock you into a high interest lease and there is no positive way out of it. On lot price for current car was around $16,800. The car was actually worth around $8,000 when I purchased it. If all payments are made on time, I'm looking at paying $30,000 for a car that I couldn't sell for $5,000 today. I've paid around $8,000 for it so far and My principal is still $14,000!!!

    No one will re-finance me because I'm too far "Upside-down". My credit is not quite good enough for a personal loan... I'm either stuck throwing money away or I can give the car back, which will destroy my chances of buying a house any time soon. They are very polite and will sell anyone their dream car without having any credit... But don't fall for it and make the mistake I did. They will talk about this "pyramid" interest thing that doesn't seem to make much sense at the time. I make every payment with cringed teeth. I feel like they take advantage of the lower income people. Extremely dissatisfied with DriveTime and would NEVER recommend them to anyone!!!

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Christopher,

    I appreciate you taking the time to let us know about your experience with us. I want to apologize deeply for the frustrations that you have encountered with your vehicles. Please know, that as we are working with pre-owned vehicles, there are times that mechanical concerns can arise after point of sale. It is for this reason that we offer 30 day/1,500 mile Limited Warranty and optional Vehicle Service Contract to assist. If you have or are currently encountering any mechanical concerns, I encourage you to reach out to our Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.

    In regards to financing, please know that our loans are serviced by Birdgecrest. If you have any concerns or questions regarding your financing, I encourage you to reach out to them directly at (800)967-8526.

    Thank You,

    Kaitlyn - Customer Relations

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    Reviewed June 10, 2018

    Overall I am very satisfied and happy with my purchase. My salesman and staff was very nice. One thing that needs to improve is the time it takes to complete the deal. Also a better selection of family vehicles (7 passenger).

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    Reviewed June 10, 2018

    I guess my main issue is the process takes too long. Christopher was a great salesman, he had a few minor issues he needed assistance with, but other than that he was awesome!! I would definitely recommend DriveTime to anyone.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Jerlylena,

    Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback regarding your experience with DriveTime. I am happy to hear that you were satisfied with your experience overall; However, I want to sincerely apologize if you left feeling slightly dissatisfied due to the amount of time you had spent at the dealership when purchasing your vehicle.

    Please know that we make our best effort to expedite the process of placing our customers into their ideal vehicle. However, time spent at the dealership can vary between customers due to a number of different factors, and I am very sorry if you left feeling inconvenienced in any way.

    Thanks again for your feedback, and have a wonderful day.

    Respectfully,

    Jacob – Customer Relations

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    Reviewed June 9, 2018

    I had an idea about what I wanted when I went in, but when the particular one I liked had a down payment out of my range, the team there helped me find one that was. There was no pressure to buy the best they had, and no attempts to upsell me on any products. The people that worked there were awesome the whole time, despite how picky and annoying I was while there. I couldn't recommend them enough, and they have my business if I ever need it again.

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    Reviewed June 9, 2018

    David ** was a great assistance in the vehicle we purchased. He took the time to see what our options were and went over everything in a timely manner. He and the manager stayed beyond closing time to finish up paperwork and get us in the car we wanted. I'm so happy with the car we purchased.

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    Reviewed June 9, 2018

    DO NOT GO TO DRIVETIME. I have had nothing but trouble with my car since day one and I have called the Pelham Al store and was told in 6 months I could trade it in and I just had a baby. Went to trade it in and the rude manager told me a year!! Now that I have had it a year still will not trade it in!!! I was sold a car that had recalls that I was not informed about!! Not happy customer.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Robyn,

    Thank you for writing your review and I apologize for any inconvenience you have experienced regarding any mechanical concerns, in addition to trading in your current vehicle.

    In regards to your mechanical concerns, please know that all of our vehicles are inspected prior to sale to prevent these concerns. The vehicles sold from DriveTime are pre-owned and as a result there are times where mechanical concerns may arise post-sale. For this reason every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, along with the optional Vehicle Service Contract, to assist in these situations.

    It is important to know regarding the trade-in of your current DriveTIme vehicle, that if there is no set time frame, however, the remaining balance due on the account after the trade appraisal amount, DriveTime would not be able to assist with any of the remaining balance and therefore would have to be paid off in full.

    If you wish to discuss this further, please contact our Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148.

    Respectfully,

    Jodi-Customer Relations

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    Reviewed June 8, 2018

    Me and my Fiance went to Drive Time in Morrow Ga to purchase a vehicle. The beginning was good. The original sales Rep Tye was off the day I went to make the final purchase. Ralph completed the sales transaction for Tye. The first trouble sign I saw was the Fact that Ralph gave me a key fob which comes out like a switchblade. The key was very loose, slightly bent and not secured. I specifically ask Ralph for another key because the key is going to break. Ralph tells me Drive Time does not have another key and to take the malfunctioning key to the Ford dealer and they will fix it. I trusted my salesman Ralph and didn't think he would lie to me. So I leave the dealer with the car. I noticed that a plastic vinyl floor cover on the driver side only. I turn on the AC and noticed a lil fog but was told by the GM they shampooed the Driver side floor.

    Several weeks go by and I decided to vacuum the car. I removed the plastic from the floor. I leave and go run some errands and of course in Ga it is very hot so I turn on the Air condition. While driving I noticed my feet soaking with water. Apparently it was a leak because water only comes through floor when I turn on the AC. Due to the leak my radio dash lights started to fade and the steering wheel dash started to fade. The Drive, Reverse and Park lights started to flicker on and off constantly. So I call SilverRock the warranty Company and was advised to take it to the locations in network and I did, to only get refused service. Now I'm frustrated, crying and upset because I just bought the car just a few days at the 30 day mark and I can't get the issue fixed.

    I go to Drive Time and speak to the GM and was told that basically I had 5 days to return the car. Then the key break in the ignition why cranking it up. I make it to the dealer for them to tell me Ralph the sales Rep completely lied. The Ford dealer will not fix the lil clamp. I have to get a new key $300. I call Drive Time speak to Ralph and he boldly says he don't remember the conversation we had about the key. I was so upset because a human should take responsibility for their mistake when it comes to doing business.

    I called Bridgecrest. The Bank spoke to Jeff in the Corporate dept. Jeff put me in a unwind process which is the loan and total deal is erased like it never happened, it will not show as a repo on my credit. This was the blessing in all this. Jeff also sent the Tow truck to pick the car up from my house to take it back to Drive Time. This was the worst experience I have ever encountered when purchasing car. I was so sick physically after all of the mistreatment. I will never recommend anyone to buy a vehicle with Drive Time in Morrow, Ga. DO NOT deal with Ralph. He only cares about the sale and will say anything to make you feel good but when it's time to deliver it's nonexistence. Not to mention everyone you call is completely rude. Nicole who is a manager at Drive Time is rude also.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Roshana,

    Thank you for taking the opportunity to write your review. I am deeply sorry to hear that you walked away from our company feeling dissatisfied due to the issues you had with your vehicle, as well as your experience with our representatives.

    Please know that each of our vehicles are inspected prior to sale in an effort to prevent post-sale mechanical concerns. However, due to the nature of pre-owned vehicles, there can be instances in which issues may arise after the time of purchase. For this reason, each vehicle sold from our lot includes an initial 30-day/1,500-mile limited warranty, in addition to an extended Vehicle Service Contract that we offer as an optional product at the time of sale.

    In reference to your concern with the key that was included with your vehicle, please know that DriveTime provides whatever key(s) are provided at the time the vehicle is sold to our company. However, if any significant key issues are found within a short time of purchase that prevent our customer from being able to operate their vehicle, my Customer Relations team is in place to review unique situations such as these individually and assess any assistance options that may be available.

    That being said, I want to sincerely apologize if you are unhappy with the means in which our company had addressed your concerns. If you would like to provide additional feedback, or you are in need of further assistance, please contact my Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0148.

    Respectfully,

    Jacob – Customer Relations

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    Reviewed June 7, 2018

    I purchased a vehicle in Gastonia North Carolina. According to DriveTime Personnel payments were to be automatically paid period. After days and days of the payment not coming out of my bank I went online and made the payment. Bridgecrest rejected the payment and they repossessed my vehicle 11 days later. When I called Bridgecrest and DriveTime they said there was nothing they could do. When I spoke to the company that picked up the Jeep they said they do this all the time to people in enormous amounts. Never buy from here. I've never in my life been treated with such indignity from a business. More people need to be informed of their policy and practices which are crooked to the fullest extent. I will report this to all agencies and to everyone on social media. I am a veteran of United States Navy and my word will spread fast.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Karen,

    Thank you for writing your review and I can truly understand your frustration pertaining to your payments not posting to your account, in addition to the repossession of your vehicle.

    We have forwarded your concerns over to Bridgecrest, your loan servicing provider, and they will be reaching out to you shortly to assist further.

    We value all feedback, both positive and negative, and will use your feedback to help improve our level of service.

    Respectfully,

    Jodi-Customer Relations

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    Reviewed June 3, 2018

    Best car buying experience ever. These guys rocked. They got us in and out in under 3 hrs and never beat around the bush. They kept us informed on the process and when other deals told us no they got us a yes. Thank you DriveTime.

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    Reviewed June 3, 2018

    The team at your West Palm Beach location are fantastic! Jason, my salesman was courteous, professional and made our buying experience second to none! This is the second car we have purchased at this location and the experience has been terrific! Thanks for making our life easy!

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    Reviewed June 2, 2018

    I love my new car. It’s amazing. Never thought I’d love a car so much. I purchased a 2017 Kia Rio... it’s a white one. I’ve been smiling since the day I got it. Lots of features in it that my other car didn’t have.

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    Reviewed June 2, 2018

    The first vehicle I bought from Lakeland DriveTime had too many problems but DriveTime was fair and allowed me to get a new vehicle from Gainesville and they were awesome at the Gainesville location. As for the vehicle I purchased I am pleased.

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    Reviewed June 2, 2018

    I started out on memorial day weekend. I went to Alamo Toyota, and they had me there all day. I went from being approved to this is the best we can do for you a 14 year old car not even clean. I went from there to World Car Kia, to Alamo City Chevrolet to 2 more auto places. One guy suggested DriveTime in the hot office. I immediately said no. Sitting on the side of the road asking God for directions, I thought about DriveTime. Went in at 8:45 by 8:50 I was approved. But I didn't believe it.

    Told a friend she said remember what you said before, (When I was told for sure I was approved only to get to the store and they said No). The next day I went in and test drove, signed paper and OMG. I HAD A CAR. WHAT AN AWESOME MIRACLE. THANKS DRIVETIME. Out of all the places I went they were cool, beautiful atmosphere, people looked happy, salesman were not overbearing or making you think you should be grateful for whatever the way your credit looks. THANK YOU JESUS FOR DRIVETIME.

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    Reviewed May 31, 2018

    Never get a car from this place. Their customer service is horrible. I have been getting the runaround for the past week about a car. Whitney in Greensboro has given me a horrible experience with DriveTime. This is my first time purchasing a car and I’m not happy with the service from these guys at all. DriveTime is a horrible experience.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Shakeer,

    Thank you for taking the time to share about your experience! I want to apologize deeply for the dissatisfaction caused by your visit. Please know that we strive to provide a warm and inviting atmosphere for all of our customers. I would like to know more about what you have experienced and encourage you to contact my Customer Relations team directly to provide further details. You can reach us at (888)290-0148.

    Thank You,

    Kaitlyn - Customer Relations

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    Reviewed May 28, 2018

    Orlando DriveTime on 50 - Your Paperwork takes too long. You have it in the computer. Not sure why you have to sign so much, other than that we had a very nice experience. John our salesman was GREAT. He made it all go smoothly. Thank you.

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    Reviewed May 28, 2018

    I am truly ecstatic about my purchase. Every time I shop for a car I am never given options and you guys provided me with several options. Your sales person made sure I was happy and listened to everything detail I was looking for in a car.

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    Reviewed May 27, 2018

    Initially we were about to leave as we had an appointment and it took over an hour before a salesperson got to us. Once we began the process everything went pretty smooth. We drove off in a vehicle we would never had expected to get in a million years.

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    Reviewed May 27, 2018

    Awesome experience... Derek was the BEST from beginning to end, answered all questions and very straightforward!! Thanks DriveTime you APPROVED!! I would recommend to anyone that’s in need of a car! So, glad I came, I went in unsure but left reassured and HAPPY!!

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    Reviewed May 27, 2018

    Rodney was my Sales Consultant and he made the entire process very easy and comfortable. I have never had a more pleasant car buying experience. From the moment that I walked in I was made to feel at home, I never felt rushed or pressured into buying something that I wasn't comfortable with. I will definitely be coming back here in the future.

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    Reviewed May 26, 2018

    I never experienced such good service. I knew what I wanted. The Sales Representative Hope kept in contact with me and she was a joy to work with. I will be with DriveTime for all of my car purchases. Thank you!

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    Reviewed May 26, 2018

    I would like to thank the entire staff for making this transition as smooth as possible. It started with Shane and all the way through Uche. I would like for both of them to receive credit. I could not have gotten a better team.

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    Reviewed May 26, 2018

    The car buying experience was good but when we got home the air conditioning blows hot air and I called DriveTime back and told them the problem. The young man who answered the phone was very rude and act like I was dumb, I wasn't too happy about that.

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    Reviewed May 25, 2018

    I gave a 4 star because I was put into car that has some type of mechanical problem. Besides that everyone were professional and respectful. Jennifer was very patient and David help to get another. So far, I am enjoying the car and hope that stay way. I am thankful to have found DriveTime because I could not none one wanted to give me second and my family and I were a big need of a second car. Thank you!

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    Reviewed May 24, 2018

    I put $1400 down on a vehicle. Halfway home the vehicle started ticking and the engine started sounding really loud. Took the vehicle back. Test drove a 2nd vehicle, it was making a popping sound on the front right side. I chose another vehicle from a different location. They went and got it, brought it back to the lot and scheduled me to come get it today. I confirmed yesterday with the sales manager Shayla that the vehicle was there and my scheduled appointment time for today. I get there today and they say, "I'm sorry, we sold it because corporate issued you a refund check, therefore we don't have your down payment anymore."

    I called corporate while I was still at the dealership. Corporate said my down payment had not been issued as a refund, in fact it was still being held at the dealership and that the general manager Justin lied. They spoke with Justin and he then submitted for a refund for my down payment. I drove an hour and a half to be told that the vehicle that I had money down on was sold to someone else. And to top it off the general manager Justin was laughing away with another employee instead of trying to make this right.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Deandre,

    Thank you for leaving your review. I am deeply sorry to hear that you had an unpleasant experience with our company due to the mechanical issues you had experienced with your initial purchase and test drive, as well as the complications you encountered when attempting to purchase a new vehicle.

    At this time, it appears that my team is currently working to address your concerns. At your earliest convenience, please reach out to my Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0148.

    Respectfully,

    Jacob – Customer Relations

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    Reviewed May 24, 2018

    The person I worked with, Contina **, was very polite, funny, and had a great personality! She was there for me the whole way. When I went back a second day to finalize and get the car, I had only an hour before going to work and she was amazing at getting me in and out of there on time. She always had high energy and was very friendly. My new vehicle is also amazing and would highly recommend this DriveTime in Waukegan.

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    Reviewed May 24, 2018

    My circumstances prior to my visit was not simple or easy. My salesman: James was helpful and patient, made effort to help me understand the entire process. Financed 2013 Toyota Corolla with a bad credit history. Worried about vehicle condition and would suggest more detailed information about vehicle inspections. James allowed me to take my time and to ask as many questions as possible; not controlling or rude. Even washed the car - I would highly recommend anyone to work with James and the Antioch Dealership are fortunate to have such a hard worker. Thanks again.

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    Reviewed May 22, 2018

    I loved the experience. While I had hesitancy, Amii did a great job getting my questions answered as making sure that I felt at ease with the process. I had previously visited a J.D. Byrider and found that they were extremely pushy and less concerned with customer service and more with generating future sales leads out of the references provided. DT even had the clause very openly displayed and even made sure to highlight both the clause and the ability to refuse said clause.

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    Reviewed May 22, 2018

    I was satisfied with the customer service I received from sales person NICK **. He kept me informed of updates on the vehicle I desired to purchase and gave me vital info I needed to make an informed decision. I really enjoyed my experience at DRIVETIME because of NICK and all the nice staff there. Thank you!

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    Reviewed May 22, 2018

    I visited David ** at DriveTime in Clearwater FL, about 7 months ago looking to upgrade my beat up truck. He went above and beyond looking for the perfect vehicle for me, it just wasn't in the cards for me at the time. I show up with no appointment on Saturday afternoon, 7 months later and with a lot of work and little luck got me into a 2015 terrain with every option I wanted. That's not why I'm giving 5 stars because that's what car salesmen do. What made this purchase special was he remembered every detail from over a half a year ago. Shows how personal, and professional he takes his job at DriveTime. I told him then and even after the sale I will say it again. He has earned my business and I look forward to being a repeat customer. Thanks again Dave!

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    Reviewed May 21, 2018

    Absolutely amazing experience from start to finish. Sales personnel let me take my time browsing the lot before bothering me at all, then introduced themselves and gave any assistance they could before letting me finish my viewing of the lot. Knowledge of the vehicles was spectacular and personal opinions/advice was helpful without being biased. I truly felt like my individual needs were catered to through the process and finding a car that met all my requirements while staying within my budget was a blessing. Sales personnel encouraged me to purchase the vehicle due to its great fit for my situation and great price to match, but never did I feel pressured to purchase beyond a comfortable point. Entire experience was incredible and I appreciate all of the assistance at DriveTime on Camelback. 10/10. Would recommend to a friend!

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    Reviewed May 21, 2018

    My boyfriend purchased a car from here last year. We weren't together at the time but when he told me how much he was paying, I told him he got played. His bi-weekly payments about 200+ (about $500/month) for a 2008 Chrysler Town & Country that had 22,000 miles on it. He has a 722 credit score. Not sure how he got this payment, he's originally from Nigeria. I feel like he was taken advantage of, we're going to review his paperwork together and see what can be done to lower his payment. Not good DriveTime.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Desiree,

    Thank you for taking the time to provide your review. I want to apologize for any frustrations that you have encountered in this situation. Please know that all of our loan servicing is handled by Bridgecrest, our lending partner. If you have any questions or further feedback, I encourage you to contact them directly at (800)967-8526.

    Thank You,

    Kaitlyn - Customer Relations

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    Reviewed May 21, 2018

    The service was great and very helpful. The sales lady Rasheka ** helped me at every step. She is a great person. I will be buying another car from her soon and would recommend anyone there. I am completely happy with my purchase.

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    Reviewed May 20, 2018

    Early week I made an online appointment to visit DriveTime in Hickory Hills after seeing a few vehicles I was interested in and on Saturday, May 19th I went in for the 1st time at 11:45a for a 12:15 appointment and was out by 3:30p with a car! I was helped by Tyrone **. The process was easy and it was truly bc I was prepared. I knew I was going to make the move to purchase a vehicle as soon as I returned from out of town the previous weekend. That following Tuesday, I gathered my last pay stub, proof of residency, and I knew my down payment for months and my budget for a car.

    I was eligible and able to find several cars within my budget with the features and details I requested. I first test drove a Buick SUV that I just knew was the one and I didn’t want to see anything else but I was in no rush and asked to see more. I was then shown a 2017 Buick Verano Sports Touring. With Leather interior, rear view facing camera and so much more it was beautiful. I test drove it and it felt right as if it were mine already. I said, “This is the one!” We then went back to the office desk to finish up paperwork. I was very relaxed... Tyrone let me lead my visit and was there to help me with any questions I had. There was no pushy car salesman. I’m very happy with my purchase and will recommend anyone to DriveTime Hickory Hills to see Tyrone.

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    Reviewed May 20, 2018

    Me and my girlfriend had a great time. We worked Artesia which was amazing. She helped us get into what we wanted. We were car less until we came there and she assured us we were leaving with a vehicle. I would definitely recommend DriveTime to anyone and to work with Artesia.

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    Reviewed May 20, 2018

    I was very satisfied with the great customer service I received. Yunuem and her manager, Key, really helped me find what I wanted and with the payments I needed. And I’m very satisfied with the vehicle (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan)!!! I will definitely recommend DriveTime to any friend or person I know that is searching for a vehicle.

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    Reviewed May 20, 2018

    I bought my 2016 Jeep Cherokee through Maurice at the Fairfield, Ohio location. He was very easy to talk to, very genuine, and I felt zero pressure! I am easily a pushover so I appreciate him a lot. My credit is new, so I was concerned about needing a co-signer. I would have been able to have a co-signer, but I’m stubborn and didn’t want to depend on anyone. I was looking at a Jeep Patriot at another dealer, however the Saleswoman was very rude, monotone... not somebody whom I’d want to receive commission off of my purchase. The entire environment at DriveTime was very inviting. I felt welcomed here, as opposed to being at the big name Dealerships. I will also mention, that I’m a new mom. Maurice helped me find the mom user friendly, hands off car that I could, and it’s so reliable! I love it. Thanks Maurice.

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    Reviewed May 19, 2018

    I was very, very happy with my whole experience. From my online application, to the prompt follow up, to the amazing service from Susan ** at the Allentown, PA dealership… Everything went so smoothly. I would definitely recommend friends and family to purchase their next vehicle there.

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    Reviewed May 19, 2018

    We had an awesome experience buying a Ford Escape through DriveTime in Fort Myers!! Our sales agent, George ** was amazing. He explained everything well and was very personable with us. I would recommend DriveTime to friends and family. Thanks so much for everything!

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    Reviewed May 19, 2018

    I purchased my car with DL at the Augusta, GA store. He was very easy to talk to and work with. He explained every step to me. I had already looked at the Jeep Renegade online. I knew what vehicle I wanted. The managers and other salespeople were nice as well. I will be recommending my friends to shop there.

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    Reviewed May 19, 2018

    Was approved by the website for a Dodge Ram for 595 down. When got to the Salem dealership and said that I wasn't approved for the Dodge pick up and wanted to put me in a Nissan for 1800 down. A sham and lie to get you into the dealer and lie to you. The website approval is a lie and con. Will never do business or recommend these con artist.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello David,

    Thank you for taking the time to share about your experience. I wam saddened to hear the frustrations that this situation had brought you. Please know that although we offer an online pre-approval with a prospective down payment, it is dependent on the documentation provided at our dealership locations.

    In regards to a different vehicle that the originally chosen, please know that we strive to set all of our customers up for success by showing vehicles that fit their needs and requirements.

    Please know that we appreciate all feedback as it is a means to better improve our customer experience in the future. Should you have any questions or further feedback about what you have experienced, please feel free to contact my Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.

    Thank You,

    Kaitlyn - Customer Relations

    Reviewed May 19, 2018

    We went to DriveTime (Roanoke, VA) to get both a truck for my husband and another SUV for me (I had gotten one previously there with no issues). We were approved online with a certain amount down and told to bring certain items. To begin with they needed bank statements we were not told to bring (we had driven 200 miles). Thankfully our bank emailed it to us. We did all the info and then was told our down payment was way higher than we were told online. They then wanted to put us in something else with a big down payment. We came this distance due to what the approval said online just like previous. Needless to say we left with no vehicle due to being very upset with them. Let me mention so did another customer. Will NOT recommend them ever again.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Kimberly,

    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback! I want to apologize for the frustrations that this situation had brought you. Please know that although we offer an online pre-approval, it is dependent on the documentation provided at our dealership locations.

    In regards to a different vehicle than was originally chosen, please know that we strive to set all of our customers up for success by showing vehicles that fit their needs and requirements.

    Again, thank you for bringing this to my attention as we appreciate all feedback as it is a means to better improve our customer experience. Should you have any questions or further feedback about what you have experienced, please feel free to contact my Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.

    Thank You,

    Kaitlyn - Customer Relations

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    Reviewed May 17, 2018

    When I went to purchase a vehicle of March 2016, I needed a vehicle bad. My transmission went out so they really did make the experience a good one when buying with them. If I knew that I was going to be upside down I would not have went that way. After a year with me paying on time I thought I would be able to trade my car “NOT”. I was told I have to wait til I am under $5000 to trade. I have been to other dealerships but not able to get financed because of that car that I owe way too much money for to trade without having a big down payment. I have been paying on this car for a little over two years, not late and seems as if my balance is not going down. My credit is better and know my interest rate should be lower but again DRIVETIME will not allow me to trade. I advise, “Be careful of what you get yourself into cause it's hard getting out.” All I want is a newer car with a lower interest but I am stuck.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Pamela,

    Thank you for taking the time to provide some insight regarding your experience. I want to apologize for the frustrations that you have met during your vehicle ownership.

    In regards to vehicle trades, please know that there are certain criteria that vehicles must meet in order for our dealership locations to them in as trade when there is still money owed. Trades are not negotiable via any DriveTime employee as they are part of our no haggle pricing.

    In regard to your financing and interest rates, please know that all of our loan servicing is handled by Birdgecrest, our finance partner. Should you have any questions or concerns in regard to loans or financing, I encourage you to reach out to the directly at (800)967-8526.

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    Kaitlyn - Customer Relations

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    Reviewed May 16, 2018

    Bought an Infiniti Q50 for with my mom. I really appreciated the friendly welcome and service we received at the Louisville location. A special thanks to Mike ** for walking us through the process professionally and patiently! Mom is so happy with her new beautiful car and we would definitely recommend DriveTime to our family and friends. Keep up the good work!

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    Reviewed May 16, 2018

    It being my first time purchasing a car I was skeptical about it and was unsure and felt I was just going to get numbers thrown at me but my experience with Wesley at the Chandler Arizona location was amazing. He was awesome and make my experience easy and fun and ended up getting my dream car.

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    Reviewed May 16, 2018

    When we visited the Corpus Christi location on Saturday we asked them twice if the vehicle we wanted still had the factory warranty due to the car only having 24800 miles. They went and checked and came back and told us "YES it still has the factory warranty". While do a test drive I asked the salesman again if it had the factory warranty. He again said "YES". When we showed up today with $1000 CASH down payment we were told that they found out yesterday that the car we wanted didn't have the factory warranty due to it previously being a rental car. They knew on Saturday that it had been a rental car. That's okay though. We took our $1000 CASH down payment and went to Allstar Mitsubishi and bought a 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Limited with only 06 miles on it with a lower interest rate too. Thanks DriveTime for sending us to them.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Rick,

    Thank you for writing your review and I truly apologize that the information regarding the factory warranty was not correctly provided on a specific vehicle of interest.

    DriveTime strives to ensure that the information we provide regarding the vehicle’s history as well as its specifications is accurate. As we take concerns such as yours very seriously, I have personally contacted the Corpus Christi location to gather more information about what has occurred. They take responsibility for the misinformation which was initially provided to you. They explained that they had not fully researched the history of the vehicle prior to your visit to confirm if it had remaining factory warranty. Additionally it was the sales associate’s understanding, based solely on the mileage of the vehicle, that it would come with the factory warranty. However, upon later investigation, we were able to confirm the factory warranty had been voided due to the vehicle being used as a fleet or rental. DriveTime aims to be as transparent as possible when it comes to your vehicle purchase which is why we explained there is no factory warranty remaining prior to your purchase of the vehicle. We will ensure the appropriate training and feedback will be provided to our dealership staff to ensure errors of this sort do not occur moving forward.

    Please know that we value all feedback, both positive and negative, and we will be using your feedback to help improve our level of service in our dealerships. I want to thank you again for reaching out to us. Should you wish to discuss this matter further, please feel free to reach out to our Customer Relations department at (888)290-0148.

    Respectfully,

    Jodi-Customer Relations

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    Reviewed May 15, 2018

    My approval was done very prompt. All of the guys were extremely friendly, and helpful. Adam was awesome! Helped me look through pages and pages of cars (showing me a few on the lot in between) and helped me find the car that fit me, and the amount I wanted to pay down & per month. Thanks again!

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    Reviewed May 15, 2018

    Corby (Fort Worth Texas) is the BEST! He was honest with me about the vehicle I had first selected which I so appreciated. He was thorough in everything that we went over. I really appreciate the time he spent with me finding the car that was a fit for me. :-) Thank you DriveTime and Corby!

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    Reviewed May 15, 2018

    Purchased a 2014 Kia Sorrento on Mar 1, 2018. While at the dealership I was seated at a desk with a saleslady who completed all paperwork and contract forms. After adding the new vehicle on my insurance and paying my down payment I digitally signed my contract. I watched videos on extended warranty, tracking system, and other options. I completed my signature portion, setup my payments dates, and entered my routing number and account number to establish auto pay (or so I thought). I was handed the keys, told my first payment would come out April 7, and congratulations on my new purchase. I was thrilled. I bragged on DriveTime for weeks about how easy the process was and how great everyone was, even my father in law who was planning on buying a vehicle himself through them. Well not now!

    On April 19, the vehicle I purchased was repossessed. My payment on 7 April never came out, no one from DriveTime or Bridgecrest (their finance company) notified me of any problem other than by email 4 days before they took it. So my complaint follows: I work two jobs and day from 7 am to 11 pm. I do not have much free time in there. I do not look at my bank account daily nor do I check my email daily. When I noticed my payment on the 7th had not come out I reached out to DriveTime to inquire about the payment. It was then that I was notified that the vehicle was repossessed. I was baffled. No one had contacted me that there was a problem with my account. I asked why I never received a notice, call, or anything advising me of a non payment. I was told it was because my number was on a global do not call list.

    Problem #1 - In the contract I signed at the dealership it explicitly gives them full consent to reach me at the numbers provided, text, email, and other ways. They never called or texted me, but only sent one email 4 days before repossession. That email went to my junk mail and took 15 minutes to find once I was told they sent one. They stood firm to they didn't have the right to contact me at that number until I filed a BBB complaint and included that part of the contract in my complaint. They then said, "Well... We contacted you by email so we did our part."

    Problem #2 - The finance company told me auto pay was never setup. I entered my account information. We set up payment dates. The local dealership told me it was setup. Then once the vehicle was taken I was told by DriveTime that I was supposed to get a call within 3 days to set my account up online and then the auto pay would take affect after verification. Hmm... Little late for that now. They denied doing anything with my information and said that they could not get to that information that I entered into the computer I sat at while buying the car. I guess it just vanished, along with the other 30% of the contract that I had to go through that day that didn't print out.

    While discussing the issue after repossession neither the dealership nor the finance company took any responsibility for any of the actions. The money was there to pay for the payment due plus the one coming up. I was never given that option. They took the vehicle and never looked at giving it back as an option. At least in my case I only paid $500 down. They would not return that. In the repossession paperwork it states that if you traded a vehicle in you would not get it or any monetary amount back. You just lose your new car and old car.

    As friendly and helpful as all the staff was when I bought the car, they were the complete opposite afterwards. People who I had communicated with at first ignored me when I went to address the problem. They said they couldn't produce the contract (which according to Bridgecrest is false), said I never setup auto pay (but when asked where my information went when I entered it into the computer they said they couldn't tell me and had no access to it.

    All in all this transaction was a very shady one. Auto pay that I was told setup wasn't. My number on a do not call list that your contract gives you authorization to call but you didn't. Not even trying to resolve the issue. Just going with the fact... You didn't pay it on the 7th. (This by the way I can and will take responsibility for). But if this is how these two companies conduct business I will let anyone I can know my story with them and advise against purchasing at DriveTime. They could have worked with me but decided there was absolutely nothing they could do. This has cost me about $1500 in immediate funds and a second job at $315 a week.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello David,

    Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback regarding your experience. I want to apologize deeply for the frustrations that this has caused you. In regard to setting up automatic payments, please know that we do offer to set up automatic payments at the dealership prior to point of sale.

    In regard to Bridgecrest and their contact attempts, please know that concerns regarding post sale contact would be handled exclusively by Bridgecrest. I encourage you to contact them directly at (800)967-8526.

    Thank You,

    Kaitlyn - Customer Relations

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    Reviewed May 14, 2018

    Was told one down payment and had to put down another. After waiting for hours I was finally able to drive away and asked if the tank would be filled. The car was brought back barely even filled from when the person left.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Selena,

    Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback regarding your experience. I want to apologize for the frustration regarding your down payment and also gas fill. Please know that while we do offer an online pre-approval, it is dependent on verification of documents at our dealership locations and also other factors such as a credit check.

    In regards to the fuel level, I apologize that the tank was not filled prior to your purchase. Please know that we like to ensure that every vehicle sold has a minimum of a half tank of gas when taking their vehicle home. Should this not be the case, I encourage you to contact my Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.

    Thank You,

    Kaitlyn - Customer Relations

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    Reviewed May 14, 2018

    Literally, my truck was on its last leg. The airbag light was on, no A/C and last week the upper control arm and hub assembly went. I applied online with one of those "we can finance anyone places" and they filter you to dealerships, well I thought I had a good prospect (juiced me up), "You know you'll be driving this F150 tomorrow." Well tomorrow came and went, I went online to DriveTime and blam you're approved, went into the location and was greet by Mattew (manager), gave him my documents, hooked me up with his salesman (Rafael). They gave me a choose of 5 truck they had with the down-payment amount and in about 2 hours I was headed home with great truck... Thanks Guys.

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    Reviewed May 13, 2018

    I had a very good experience and I would tell everyone that I know, "If you're going to buy a car go to DriveTime. They're the best. They will take care of you from beginning to the end." I walked in without a car and I drive out in a car.

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    Contract & TermsStaff

    Reviewed May 13, 2018

    I can tell you that DriveTime is an awesome dealership that does a great and brilliant service to the peoples of the community. Virtually no one will do what DriveTime does to get a person a dependable vehicle that's clean AND get us protection for our cars in the form of an Extended Warranty Plan that is reasonably priced, AND rolled into the loan contract, so that getting an extended warranty contract will not burden you further financially. Great work DriveTime and thank you very much for assisting me in getting into my 2013 Ford Fusion S.

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    Reviewed May 13, 2018

    PHILLIP WAS AMAZING!! He was very patient but forthright. He showed us many options that appealed to us, but was willing to give us an honest opinion backed with facts. I would recommend him and the other employees of DRIVETIME ANYTIME!!!

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    Reviewed May 13, 2018

    From when I went online to signing the final paperwork everything was very easy. No pressure. I would definitely do business with you guys again. I liked how everything went and when my wife starts looking for a new car we will be seeing you guys.

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    PriceStaff

    Reviewed May 12, 2018

    The staff was very nice, home warming and professional. They listen to what my niece wanted and helped her find just what she need and in the price range she was looking for. They made her first car buying experience the best shopping experience. Thank you.

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    Reviewed May 12, 2018

    Matt ** and Chris ** were very helpful and professional in their approach. Very thorough and full of details. So far I will definitely be back in to shop for my next purchase. Definitely give those guys a pat on the back!

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    Reviewed May 9, 2018

    I would like to thank Luis in Orlando, Fl on the east side of town. He was super helpful and made me and my daughter feel comfortable and happy. He went out his way to make sure that everything went well and also explained everything very detail... This staff at this location is wonderful and would recommend to anyone. They welcomed us with smiles and great hospitality. Thank you all for a good first time experience!!!

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    Reviewed May 8, 2018

    Excellent customer service. They gave me a chance when no one else would as I have no credit because I am very young. At first we couldn't do it because insurance for me was going to be 500$ a month and the car had too many issues. Then the manager and my mother sat down and found another car, newer and nicer, in Tampa, FL. Called another insurance company recommended by DT and got the payment down to 340$ a month. The manager drove to Tampa and picked up the car and had it back by the time they closed that night. Everything in the end worked out better all the way around. Will definitely recommend this store to others as it was recommended to me from a few guys that I work with. Thank you very, very much.

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    Reviewed May 8, 2018

    Brittney made my fiancé and feel comfortable and welcomed. She made sure that we understood the information and the options that were available. Brit also didn’t make us feel pressured into getting a vehicle. So with that said my experience with DriveTime was above average and Brit showed excellent customer service.

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    Reviewed May 7, 2018

    I will forever be a loyal costumer to DriveTime. The process was so easy and everyone was so incredibly nice. It's very hard to find good, affordable, and reliable cars with bad credit but this place makes it so easy and pleasurable. It was also a very fast process! I would definitely recommend that everyone come here to purchase your car!

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    Reviewed May 7, 2018

    Super happy with Ivan and his team. They worked with me diligently with me out of state. I received excellent service. I am appreciative of the time, patience, and level of care that went into my purchase. Thank you. :)

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    Reviewed May 7, 2018

    I shopped online for the cars I was interested in and Don, my sales rep had everything ready for me to test drive. The buying process was smooth and pressure free. Don and Michael were wonderful!! This was my 2nd car purchase from Drive. Don’t think I’d ever go anywhere else. They’re like family and we laughed a lot which really took any stress off the whole process.

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    Reviewed May 6, 2018

    The salesman Zachary ** Was very helpful, he listened to every detail and need to make a smooth transition. He also helpful by showing me a variety of cars instead of putting me in something that I wouldn't care for.

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    Reviewed May 6, 2018

    I was very apprehensive about going to DriveTime. The reputation I heard of for them was not good. But we decided to stop anyway & see. We were impressed with the selection of vehicles & the way we were treated. Eric ** was our salesman & he was professional & knowledgeable. No one was pushy or rude in anyway. Everyone was very friendly & I even qualified for a great APR. I have recommended Drive Time to some friends that are in need of new cars.

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    Reviewed May 6, 2018

    Angel and Remy were very awesome and I have already started giving them rave reviews with my friends and family. I am not sure if I would have received this level of service at any other DriveTime but I don’t care because I am thrilled and extremely pleased!!!

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    Reviewed May 5, 2018

    The customer service was excellent. I’m generally happy with the car. Would have liked the enteral to be a darker color. On my second visit everything was explained in detail. They even stayed after hours to make sure I got all the information I needed. Overall great experience.

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    Staff

    Reviewed May 5, 2018

    Thank you, thank you. It's nice to knew that there is a car place you can buy a nice car. You were very helpful in supplying me with a car I love. We will definitely continue to do business. Thank you again.

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    Reviewed May 5, 2018

    I purchased the vehicle in February. I have missed three days of work. Me and my children were stuck in the heat. They refuse to help get anything fix. I’m making payments on a car that I can’t drive. They are a rip off. Please do not purchase any cars from them. I am now seeking legal advice. I’m making payments on a car that I can’t even drive. Please don’t get a car from these people. They are a rip off.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Desma,

    Thank you for taking the time to write your review. I truly apologize that you and your children were put in an uncomfortable situation, and I definitely understand your frustration pertaining to your mechanical concerns since you purchased your vehicle months ago.

    In regards to your mechanical concerns, please know that all of our vehicles are inspected prior to sale in an attempt to prevent these concerns. The vehicles sold from DriveTime are pre-owned and as a result there are times where mechanical concerns may arise post-sale. For this reason every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, along with the optional Vehicle Service Contract, to assist in these situations.

    Should you wish to discuss this matter further, please contact our Customer Relations department at (800) 290-0148.

    Respectfully,

    Jodi-Customer Relations

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    Reviewed May 4, 2018

    Management and staff at the Newport News VA DriveTime are well informed and very helpful. Selina is a very nice sales agent, and we did buy from her. And we will tell all our friends to include DriveTime when it time for a replacement car. Thanks DriveTime.

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    Reviewed May 3, 2018

    My experience with DriveTime of Taylor, MI was excellent. Travis was very helpful and made the car buying experience hassle-free and fast. He always had an answer for our questions and did what he could to accommodate our budget. Will happily recommend in the future!

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    Reviewed May 2, 2018

    Our sales rep Chris ** made our purchase easy and quick. He was very thorough when informing us of our purchase options which made our decision to buy that much easier. We look forward to doing business at DriveTime again.

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    Reviewed May 2, 2018

    Keith did a excellent job helping me find the vehicle that fits my budget. He deserve a good commission and he have good customer service. I had a great credit score and was able to test drive two cars with him and Keith also went out the way to follow me home to deliver the vehicle to wife at home and we took him back to DriveTime.

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    PriceStaff

    Reviewed May 2, 2018

    I recently accompanied my 77 year old mother to DriveTime after she had been approved online to purchase a car from them. Upon arrival the staff were very friendly. In fact by far this has been the easiest car shopping experience I have ever seen. Overall the only downfall to this experience was the price, my mother purchased a 2014 Nissan Altima S with no bells and whistles, the sticker price on this car at the time was $13,295.00. The amount we financed was $18,944.20 at an interest rate of 21.429% High Right but that's not what got us, by the time the paperwork was finished and the SilverRock DriveCare PowerTrain Protection and the SilverRock GAP Coverage was added in the total my mother will have paid for this car is $33,430.20 which is now double what the sticker price was, not to mention the BBV of this car in its current condition is 6 to 9 thousand dollars, and a brand new 2018 in the same class only retails for $25,000.00.

    This is ludicrous. So buyer beware. If you want to stay in a decent range of the sticker price then avoid the extra stuff such as DriveCare PowerTrain and the SilverRock Gap, these 2 items alone increased my mother’s number of payments from 91 to 146 and took her loan term from 42 to 67. The good news is that we have a five day window to return the vehicle and we are seriously considering that option. Look at your numbers people, ask questions, because our sales guy was awesome but he failed to point out what the final price would be.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Raymond,

    Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback regarding your recent experience with your mother. While I am delighted to hear that your interaction with our dealership representatives was a pleasurable one, I am saddened to hear that you are dissatisfied with other parts of your experience.

    In regards to financing and options, please know that while all of our vehicles do come with the complimentary 30 day/1,500 mile Limited Warranty and 5 day/300 mile Vehicle Return Policy, the rest of our products are completely optional and can be cancelled.

    If you have any further questions or feedback, I encourage you to reach out to your local DriveTime dealership or you can also contact my Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.

    Thank You,

    Kaitlyn - Customer Relations

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    Reviewed May 2, 2018

    I called the Fresno location and spoke to a rep named Eric who assisted me with my questions regarding a purchase. I let him know my last purchase had been through Carvana and he let me know that they are sister companies. I was pleased with my last purchase and level of customer service they had provided so I assumed the same would be delivered here. BOY WAS I WRONG. During our conversation, we were going over the payment amounts and I voiced concerned over the higher priced cars with higher mileage than what I saw with Carvana. I let him know I would still look around and call back.

    The very next morning, a sales manager by the name of Jesse called to follow up on our conversation. He was extremely nice and was able to answer any questions that I had. I happened to mention the high monthly rate and he explained that he could lower the payment by up to 45 dollars, lower the apr, extend the first payment out, among other things. He is what sold me on coming to DriveTime. During the conversation, he mentioned that the car could only be held for 3 days and that the office was closed on Sundays. He mentioned the office was open until 800pm but he was leaving at 600pm. He mentioned that my sales rep would be there to assist me.

    I drove 5 hours by myself to Fresno to make the cutoff in time. I arrived to DriveTime around 6 pm. To my astonishment Eric AND Jesse was not there. The two ladies in the front were polite but had no idea I was coming and so the paperwork was not ready and had to be entered which irritated me. When it came down to the pricing- the numbers were WAY off. I was being quoted over 60 dollars more a month and a $200.00 increased deposit. I let the lady know that was not what I had discussed with the sales manager and that I would not have driven 300 miles for those terms. I repeatedly asked her to call the sales guy to confirm what he told me and she refused. She kept stating over and over that she was sorry but that is what the system is showing and there was nothing she could do.

    I will admit, I was Livid at this point. In my defense, I had worked a 12 hour shift the previous night, got off with no sleep and drove 5 hours (300 miles) to come to a place that was not organized, had no idea who I was and then had the AUDACITY to not deliver what was promised by the sales rep. I ended up turning around and driving 5 hours back home. I incurred additional rental charges as the rental car incurred additional mileage due to the turn around. This was a horrible experience! I AM VERY DISAPPOINTED WITH THE LEVEL OF SERVICE THAT I WAS PROVIDED. NOBODY there decided to go the extra mile to satisfy a customer. If it was CARVANA, They would have went above and beyond to make sure my experience was nothing short of AMAZING. I could bet my bottom dollar on that. DriveTime do better please!

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Myiesha,

    Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback regarding our sales process. I am sorry that your expectations were not met pertaining to your experience at our dealership.

    Please know that DriveTime tries to make sure that we are maintaining communication with all our customers through the sales process. In addition, the pre-approvals are not guaranteed and your down payment requirements are subject to change based on the documentation provided and the potential vehicle you are interested in.

    We strive to place each customer into a vehicle of their liking with loan terms structured based off of their individual situation. We appreciate all feedback, both positive and negative, to help improve our level of customer service.

    Thank You,

    Jodi-Customer Relations

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    Reviewed May 1, 2018

    Chris was very helpful in getting the Honda 2011 Pilot I wanted from Dallas to OKC as well as getting the badly weather worn tires replaced before I took it home. Thank you for making my car buying experience less painful!

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    Reviewed April 30, 2018

    Simply Awesome. My experience there was awesome. The personnel there was very friendly and helpful, no unnecessary noise, nice ambiance, no whole lot of customers waiting to be helped. Very clean and well organized.

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    Reviewed April 30, 2018

    This was the most efficient experience that I have had in car buying. No pressure, very patient and helpful car sales persons and good follow-up. I had to exchange the first car that I bought under the 5 day or 300 miles return policy and this was well coordinated by the salesperson. I was able to buy another car that more closely matched what I needed.

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    Reviewed April 30, 2018

    Since we were pre-approved and knew what we wanted we were in and out within 2 hours. While I understood we had paperwork to complete our salesperson should not have had to wash the car. Also. We didn't get a "lesson" on the car like others have had.

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    Reviewed April 29, 2018

    Awesome employees, quick visit. Second day with the vehicle and it's having some issues. Will contact on 4/30/2018 to hopefully resolve the issues. Great employees though and very informative. In and out of dealership within about two hours. Just hope they can help with the car issues.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Chris,

    Thank you for writing your review. I am glad that our staff provided a pleasant and professional sales experience. However, I do apologize for the mechanical concerns that you encountered so soon after purchase.

    Please know that all of our vehicles are inspected prior to sale in an attempt to prevent these concerns. The vehicles sold from DriveTime are pre-owned and as a result there are times where mechanical concerns may arise post-sale. For this reason every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, along with the optional Vehicle Service Contract, to assist in these situations.

    I would encourage you to reach out to Silverrock, your vehicle service provider, at (877)584-3848. A team member will be glad to address your mechanical concerns.

    Respectfully,

    Jodi-Customer Relations

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    Reviewed April 29, 2018

    Octavio and the staff at the Montclair store were very helpful and kind. Though the car didn't have the feature he said it had but it all good honest mix up. All in all I'm cool with what went down. Was more money than I thought but cool.

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    Reviewed April 29, 2018

    Service was outstanding from the beginning to the end. Thanks to Frank that answer all of my questions and help me to get the car that I wanted even though I tested like 6 cars and kept him till late. He was so helpful all the way, process was quick and I get out of the dealer feeling relief. Thanks for everything!

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    Reviewed April 29, 2018

    DriveTime helped me get the car I wanted. Chris was great. He helped me beginning to end. He made car buying a pleasure. I got to the dealership 15 mins before they opened. It did not matter to them. They started to help me right then and there. Chris at the Madison tn store is the person to see for your car purchase. He has won my respect.

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    PriceStaff

    Reviewed April 29, 2018

    Jasmine our sales rep was very nice. She met us outside when we were out looking at the trucks waiting for our 7:00 appt time. She said she would check to see who we had an appointment with and be right back. She was prompt on getting that found out, said there wasn't anyone appointed to us that she would be gladly to help us. She found us what we needed for a good price and didn't take us a life time to close out. She's very friendly and good at her job. Her manager Chris is also a very friendly and good at his job.

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    Reviewed April 29, 2018

    Jim was very helpful and professional. Gave us our options and showed us differences between each option. No hassle. Very easy experience. My wife loves the Escape. Would recommend others to buy from DriveTime. This will be our second buy.

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    Reviewed April 28, 2018

    Ben at the Gallatin Pike location in Madison, Tennessee was amazingly helpful, and thorough. I really appreciated his kindness and so far, I am absolutely in love with my car. The entire experience was simple and straightforward and he answered all my questions.

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    Reviewed April 28, 2018

    Lesha ** was excellent. She was patient and helpful and walked me through the entire process thoroughly. She went over everything and made sure I understood. She has a beautiful personality. I would recommend DriveTime to my friends.

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    Reviewed April 28, 2018

    Loved that I could choose my car online and know MY down payment before I drove to the lot. They held my car until I could get there 2 days later. Quick in and out service. Thank you for making it easy to get a new car!

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    Reviewed April 28, 2018

    This has been the absolute worse car experience I’ve had in my entire life. Within the first 30 days of me having the car the transmission went out and had to be replaced which left me without the vehicle for a week or so. Now an ENTIRE year later DriveTime has never completed the transfer of registration. I get pulled over today by the police which scares the living crap out of me as an ** woman because of the tags, I explain I have never received any paperwork to renew the registration and they give me a fix it ticket. Tell me to follow up with the DMV. I call the DMV. They give me the information I just shared in the previous sentence about the transfer being in progress.

    I call the Torrance, Ca site where I bought the car and they say there is nothing they can do on their end. Call customer service. I call customer service and customer service says, “Someone will get back to you hopefully tomorrow.” All the time I’m thinking I am the one MOST affected by DriveTime’s lack of follow through and me driving around with no registration and no tags puts me at risk. Not ANYONE at DriveTime but me, myself and I. I don’t understand how I am the one feeling the brunt of the mistake made by the corporate office. I am a good customer. I pay my note on time to my lender and I am a hardworking tax paying citizen. Why should I be held accountable for the mistake of the company?

    No registration can lead to a car being impounded in the state of California. It affects my employment and yet none of those things have a direct effect on DriveTime. Just me because of their lack of follow through. I will say again this has been the WORSE car buying experience I’ve ever had and I honestly would not recommend anyone to ever purchase a car through DriveTime. None of the review has anything to do with the last individual whom I spoke with because at least he tried to execute something however it has everything to do with the buying experience and the customer service at Torrance, Ca and corporate office.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Angelique,

    Thank you for taking the time to provide insight into your experience. I want to apologize deeply that you have encountered this. Please know that at DriveTime, we strive to provide a simplified approach to purchasing a pre-owned vehicle. However, please also know that any titling concerns would be handled directly by Bridgecrest, our finance partner. I encourage you to contact them directly to ensure that this is resolved in an expedient fashion. You can reach them directly at (800)967-8526. Again, I apologize for the frustrations that this confusion has caused you.

    Thank You,

    Kaitlyn - Customer Relations

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    Reviewed April 27, 2018

    I just got off the phone to explain what has been going on with the fact that I have not made a payment since Feb 23, 2018. I understand that my payments are behind and I understand that it's my credit it's affecting. The car will be paid off as soon as I can, but per the phone call it was not. Let's see how we can work it out. NOOOOO. It's your customer service and supervisor giving me the third degree that there has been no payment and how it has affected my credit and how am I paying my other bills? Which is not any of your business. Never sign any paperwork saying I would inform you about my other bills!!! But both your customer service and supervisor has made it very clear that it's their business. I called to talk of working on a payment. Not once was that brought up by either person I talked to.

    I brought it up. I was getting harassed on the phone. Is that the way you want the conversation to the customers to be??? I explain that as soon as I get monies coming in I would make a payment. I have been taken care of my father for a year and he passed away 2 weeks ago, I'm waiting on the death cert to get the monies and also looking for a job. I again know and understand what I'm doing to my credit but I also know that I will be sending in a payment as soon as I get money in a couple of weeks. Both your people disregard of working with the customer. I asked them plain if the car was needed to be picked up and they both said no but continue being rude about it. Thank you for the great customer service and kindness. I will be putting this on reviews on the website of Bridgecrest. The supervisor's name was ALLEN **.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Paula,

    Thank you for providing your review and I apologize for any frustration that this matter has caused.

    In regards to payments on your current loan, I would encourage you to speak directly with Bridgecrest, our loan servicing provider, at (800)967-8526. A team member would be able to review your account and discuss payment options that are available.

    Respectfully,

    Jodi-Customer Relations

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    Reviewed April 26, 2018

    It was really easy for every time I came in Bryan already had things ready for me. Was able to work around my work schedule considering I was working 2 jobs. It was pretty fast & easier this time & I think I found a really great car.

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    Reviewed April 25, 2018

    My salesman, Steven **, made me feel very welcome; he spoke with me, my daughter, and aunt with respect and patience. Exceptional customer service. Purchase and follow up very professional and service oriented. Mr. ** is very consumer driven and an excellent asset.

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    Reviewed April 24, 2018

    I absolutely hate car shopping because the salesmen are so pushy. I come in for one thing and they push something else. Here, they didn't need to. They were so kind and they listened. Great service overall! We will definitely be back!

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    Reviewed April 23, 2018

    I had a very good experience at DriveTime in Albuquerque. They did everything they could to get me a ride and I left from their dealership with a new vehicle and I was so happy that someone could finally help me. Everyone at Drive Time was very helpful and very nice. Thank you Tim, Josh and the manager Donald. Thank you for doing everything you could to help me get a ride.

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    Reviewed April 23, 2018

    They were understanding and helpful, very professional. We got the car we were looking for and set reoccurring payments which I like. Also I like how you laugh with the guy helping you buy a car. I had a good experience.

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    Reviewed April 22, 2018

    The whole experience was the easiest I’ve ever experienced in my 46 years. From the online approval to signing the documents was all a breeze. Ross was very helpful. I told him what I wanted to do and he took that information and plugged it in to find the perfect match for me! I love my Nissan Altima. I will send business their way and will be a repeat customer!

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    Reviewed April 22, 2018

    This dealership actually cares about you getting into a vehicle you love and payments you can afford. Eleanor brightens a room with energy she brings to the car buying experience. I will also recommend her to anyone looking to get a new car. I could not have been more delighted!!!!

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    Reviewed April 22, 2018

    Worked with me to get an affordable price and get me in a great car. Sending everybody I know there in the future. Love my new car and the deal I got on it. Christopher and Ardis worked with me tirelessly to get me back on the road. Thanks.

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    After a positive interaction with DriveTime, Domineque increased their star rating on April 22, 2018.

    Updated review: April 22, 2018

    Thank you Drive Time Customer Relations and Pep Boys in Humble for paying attention to my situation and helping to come to a resolution.

    Original Review: April 19, 2018

    Silver Rock/Bridgecrest DriveTime - If I could give 0 stars I would. I finance a vehicle from DriveTime. I thought I got the best service and protection for my vehicle. I had my car almost a year. It broke down a month before I hit the year. Silver Rock and Bridgecrest promise to work with me. My transmission went out and I was able to find a shop. My monthly payment was coming around and I noted that once the vehicle made it to the shop. Three weeks in Silver Rock agreed to fix other components that weren't covered. I thought this was a blessing, nope they demanded their payment! Mind you I haven't had a vehicle for three weeks plus my work requires that I'm in my own vehicle. I'm also a single parent of three children which two are mentally disabled. I'm also in school and my children can not make their doctor appointments. I also paid my deductible from Silver Rock.

    As of last night Friday 4/13/18 I was told my vehicle was ready even though three weeks the transmission be suspectedly malfunctioning (meaning the replaced one). I had to bring the vehicle back to Pep Boys in Humble, TX not even had the car 24 hrs. Today is Thursday 4/19/18, I still have no vehicle and Pep Boys in Humble, TX is not cooperating on finding why the vehicle is making metal grinding noises and will not notify Silver Rock of anything. My monthly payment is coming due again for the second month. Car been gone since March. Pep Boys is keeping SilverRock from moving the vehicle to another shop. Mind you I paid the deductible already.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Domineque,

    Thank you for taking the time to write your review. I certainly understand your frustration and apologize that your experience has left you feeling negatively about Silverrock and our finance partner, Bridgecrest.

    The vehicles sold from DriveTime are pre-owned and as a result there are times where mechanical concerns may arise post-sale. For this reason every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, along with the optional Vehicle Service Contract, to assist in these situations. With the information on hand, I would encourage you to keep in contact with Silverrock pertaining to your transmission concerns so they can find an amicable solution in resolving this matter. Additionally, we recommend staying in communication with the repair facility to obtain the most accurate status updates.

    In regards to your monthly payments, we recommend speaking directly with Bridgecrest, our loan servicing provider, at (800)967-8526. A team member would be able to review your account and discuss payment options that are available.

    Once again, I am sorry for any frustration that this matter has caused. Should you wish to discuss this matter further, please contact our Customer Relations department at (888)290-0148.

    Respectfully,

    Jodi-Customer Relations

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    Reviewed April 18, 2018

    DriveTime was very helpful until the car was driven off the lot. After having a major problem with my paperwork sent from dealership to bank, the bank told me the dealership needed to fix it. I tried contacting dealership for help several times. I couldn't get one salesman or manager to help me or even talk to me or return my calls.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Kristi,

    Thank you for writing your review. I am sorry to hear that you are unhappy with your purchase due to the issues with your paperwork.

    I would like the opportunity to address your concerns in further detail; however, I was unable to determine the specific nature of your document concerns based on the content of your review.

    If you would like to discuss this matter further, please contact my Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0148.

    Thank you,

    Jacob – Customer Relations

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    Reviewed April 17, 2018

    I work in a customer or client centered job. It was great to speak with someone who really cared about what I wanted and my concerns. Thank you Clay for helping this scared and nervous new car buyer a little less stressed and very comfortable with the choice in car I made.

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    Price

    Reviewed April 16, 2018

    It was super welcoming at the dealership and Oscar was awesome with helping me get exactly what I was looking for and not too pricey with the down payment. I was very happy with my car and experience. In the future once it’s time for another vehicle I will definitely be going back.

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    Customer ServicePriceFinancing

    Reviewed April 16, 2018

    Was very interested in 2016 Ford Fusion, was there on Friday (4/13/2018) and returned on Saturday (Pelham). Asked personnel to check on price, and check other locations for comparable vehicles but haven't heard back. Do not need your financing, have good credit and actually have auto check from our credit union in hand... just want best possible price. Upon checking your price review history, this car's price has fluctuated several times... two months after initial price listed it dropped about $900.

    As of Saturday it had increased by $600, and since we were there on Saturday (4/14/18) it has increased by $100!! I thought the longer a car was on the lot the lower the price... guess you are not too interested in selling cars and happy customers. I did call that location today to inquire but all that person could say was "prices do change"...really?! That's profound! And yes they do but usually decrease over time... you literally jacked the price from TWO days ago! Advice to customers... keep eye on pricing history.

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    Customer ServiceStaff

    Reviewed April 16, 2018

    While working 20+ years in the customer service industry, the customer service I received at the Midlothian Location was terrible. The agent working with us was terribly dull, and hard to talk to. He was not very pleasant and seemed frustrated if we had any questions regarding our loan, or vehicle.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Matthew,

    Thank you for submitting your review. I certainly apologize that the customer service you received during your sales experience was unpleasant.

    At DriveTime, we strive to provide a professional and comfortable experience for all of our valued customers. In addition, we want to make sure that all of your questions are answered pertaining to your loan and vehicle before leaving the dealership. Please know that we value all feedback, both positive and negative, and we will be using your feedback to help improve our level of service.

    If there is anything we can do to enhance your experience with us in the future, please contact our Customer Relations Department at 888-290-0148.

    Respectfully,

    Jodi-Customer Relations

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    Reviewed April 16, 2018

    I want to say that Eddie was the best car salesman I have ever had. He was fair, and never tried to push us in a vehicle we did not want. His personality was fun and enjoyable. The rest of the team there were really helpful and kind. I will recommend DriveTime to all my friends and family. Thank you so much.

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    Reviewed April 16, 2018

    Customer service was excellent and do everything they can to get you into a car with a reasonable down payment. I worked with Brian, he was really insightful and heads on with his work. All other employees I came into contact with was nice also.

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    Reviewed April 16, 2018

    I had seen the ads for DriveTime, and decided to check them out, since they were nearby. Visited the store and found a car I liked. Met with the sales representative Corbin. He made the process of acquiring the vehicle totally painless. Worked with me and my budget to get me behind the wheel. Mission accomplished! Very pleased, and would recommend them to my friends. Thanks DriveTime and Corbin.

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    Reviewed April 16, 2018

    Everyone was very helpful, courteous and kind. We purchased the car we wanted with no hassle. Excellent teamwork as well. We had at least three people working with us to make our visit successful. I would recommend DriveTime to others.

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    Reviewed April 16, 2018

    The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The only complaint I had was the amount of time I spent waiting. In fairness, all the agents were busy but I waited about 30 minutes past my appointment time. All in all, I had a good experience and I will refer others! Thank you for your assistance!

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    Reviewed April 15, 2018

    I have never been to a dealership where I felt comfortable, I always felt like they were just trying to make a sale and didn’t genuinely care, the staff at DriveTime made me feel like I had known them my whole life, they joked with me like we were friends and made me feel more than welcome! I was treated like a person and not a number or sale! Larentz was amazing to say the least, I got there an hour before close and didn’t end up leaving til an hour and a half after close and not once did I ever feel like he wanted to rush the process or get me in a car just so he could go home, it’s very rare that you want to hug your car salesman as you’re leaving, not just for selling you a car but more for the simple fact he helped me in more ways than he realizes, he made something happen for me that my bad experiences at other dealers had me believing was impossible! He’s an awesome salesman but an even more awesome person.

    I’ll never use another dealer other than DriveTime from now on, I could go on and on about them and the amazing customer service I received! Being a single mom, supporting three kids on my own and not ever really establishing credit, I’ve been turned away so many times by dealerships without even given a chance, the staff at DriveTime truly cared about my situation and helped me be able to drive away in an affordable/reliable vehicle for my babies and me! I could not be more impressed and satisfied with my experience there!!! I vote for a raise in Larentz’s future!

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    Staff

    Reviewed April 15, 2018

    Everyone went well above their job in helping me be able to get me a car. From the price to test drive to financing and finalizing the purchase. Thank you so much and I'll recommend you to all who ask about my car.

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    PriceStaff

    Reviewed April 15, 2018

    Very Friendly Service made us feel very comfortable with our purchase. Would totally refer other family and friends to our helpful agent. Was fast and easy. No headache made buying a car simple and affordable. Thank You Very Much to All the Staff at this location.

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    Reviewed April 15, 2018

    Anthony the sales person was very respectful and treated my family with a quick sale. He cared about what needs are and was able to show us the right car. Also when finalize the sale he made it quick and I was able to understand all paperwork with my car purchase. Will be happy to return in the future.

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    Staff

    Reviewed April 15, 2018

    From the first time we decided to come check out DriveTime our experience was excellent! Jamarcus took such great care of us and answered all questions. When we came back to actually purchase, Jamarcus had everything totally ready so the process was so quick and easy. We loved the selection of cars, and we are so happy with our purchase!

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    Reviewed April 15, 2018

    My dad and I were told the car was certified. I did not get the extended warranty because we thought it was certified and would be fine as well as lack of funds. Before I took the car the battery had to be replaced. I took it for an oil change and the techs started telling me all the things that needed to be repaired. The clips that hold the bumper on were broke and the lower bumper fell off. The intake filter was so clogged it was not running right. One week ago the muffler fell off in traffic.

    We looked up under the car and found that the muffler had been wired up to the frame of the car. We have pictures. Three days ago I had to replace a tire and the following day I was driving in heavy traffic and one of the wheel wells came off, got up under my car and I almost lost control. The very same day the check engine light came on. A mechanic hooked it up and 10 codes popped up. I have had this car since December 2017. Very concerned about driving it. We also noticed the paint has two tones. I do not have the money to pay for all of these repairs and it should be the responsibility of DriveTime to fix my car.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Summer,

    Thank you for taking the opportunity to provide your feedback. I am deeply sorry to hear that you are unhappy with your vehicle due to the various mechanical issues mentioned in your review.

    Please know that each of our vehicles are inspected prior to sale in an effort to prevent situations such as these. However, due to the nature of pre-owned vehicles, there are instances in which problems may arise post sale. For this reason, each vehicle sold from our lot includes an initial 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, in addition to the optional Vehicle Service Contract that you had touched on in your review. However, I am sorry to hear that you were not in a position to opt into the extended vehicle service contract due to personal circumstances.

    I want to apologize again for any inconvenience this situation has caused. If you would like to discuss this situation further, please contact my Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0148.

    Thank you,

    Jacob – Customer Relations

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    Reviewed April 14, 2018

    Azsia was awesome! She was professional, kind and thorough with the buying process. I will recommend her to family and friends. The entire experience was exemplary. I had problems with my first car and had to exchange it for another and she was still awesome!

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    Reviewed April 14, 2018

    It was the best experience ever. Crystal is a wonderful salesperson. She treated me very nice and fully explained the entire car buying process. The manager was great too. They take their time with you and answer every question. If you need a good reliable used car I would definitely recommend everyone to go to DriveTime. Excellent customer service!

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    Reviewed April 14, 2018

    Alyssa was very professional, very courteous, and I was able to comprehend every little detail because I was well informed about my purchase. Thank You Alyssa. Kudos to you and your team at DriveTime. I would and definitely will recommend DriveTime to my friends, just like it was recommended to me by my daughter Felicia **.

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    Reviewed April 12, 2018

    I bought a car from DT on 1/10/18. They informed me of their referral program and stated each referral would credit your account $200. I then referred a friend to DT on 3/12/18. He listed me as the person who referred him to his sales associate. I contacted DT on 3/26 to inquire about the referral bonus and was told by the Shadeland branch GM that the program was no longer in effect. I later received an email on 4/2 that stated the program was discontinued but they would honor any referrals given before 4/2. Fast forward, I've have spoken to Bridgecrest customer representatives, customer relations, supervisors, sales associates, and GMs, at least 15 documented times and no one will honor this program. In fact, whenever I call they keep me on hold for at least 30 minutes and pass me around from department to department. When I stay on hold too long, they simply hang up on me. No one will respond or provide me a number to the corporate office.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Corrie,

    Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback regarding your experience. I am sorry for the frustrations that this situation has caused you. Please know that while we did offer a referral program, we are no longer offering referral bonuses as of April 1, 2018. However, since this line of events took place before that time, I would be more than happy to look into this situation for you. In order to review further, please contact my Customer Relations team located at our corporate office at (888)290-0148.

    Thank You,

    Kaitlyn - Customer Relations

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    Reviewed April 9, 2018

    I went to the Southwest Fwy store AFTER going to the Gulf Fwy store and was given a totally different outlook on customer service. I love my choices and will tell the world about DriveTime's great customer service and how they took a grim looking situation and made me feel like I was not at "nobody" out there looking for any vehicle now.

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    Reviewed April 9, 2018

    They were so friendly and was able to answer all my questions. They worked with me which was also a plus. I even got the car I wanted!! I'm definitely recommending and will be back. Thank you so much to Audrey ** and Rashad **.

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    Customer ServiceContract & TermsStaff

    Reviewed April 9, 2018

    This was absolutely the most enjoyable experience that I didn't even know was possible to have while purchasing a vehicle!! Our salesman, Mariano **, was unbelievably polite and extremely helpful with the entire process. He was not only knowledgeable about the vehicles that were on the lot for sale but he never rushed us no matter how minor and dumb our questions were. He made the time we spent at DriveTime very personable and comfortable. At absolutely no point during the whole encounter did we feel like we were being "sold" or pressured into anything that we didn't fully understand and agree to. I can't express how wonderful that Mariano truly made our car buying experience.

    I found myself striking up a conversation with another gentleman there, Derek **, the sales manager, and he also made us feel very comfortable and at ease with everything that was going on. When it was time for Derek to go over the contract with us and finalizing the transaction he more than adequately explained every single bit of the usually confusing and difficult to understand financial information and legal jargon completely, well beyond our understanding and comprehension. Again we encountered an employee that made us so comfortable and relaxed.

    Honestly, when we left after all was said and done we truly felt like we had made a couple new friends! We will definitely be buying all future vehicles from Drive Time and referring anyone and everyone to do the same. This was by far the the most exciting and purely enjoyable business ventures we have ever experienced!! Thank you both, sincerely, for everything you did to get us into our new beautiful car while making it such a fun and friendly time.

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    Staff

    Reviewed April 9, 2018

    Amazing experience! Our sales associate John ** was very experienced and made us feel comfortable throughout the process, John was spot on with answering all questions and his knowledge of the DriveTime process. A+++ rating. What I did love most was that drivetime has positive and friendly employees.

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    Customer ServiceStaff

    Reviewed April 9, 2018

    I really enjoy the customer service they’ve at that location. Marilyn was very educational on the different phases of business and was a very nice person. We felt like we were purchasing a car from family, thank for everything.

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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed April 9, 2018

    Eddie the sales rep and the GM that worked with me made my purchase as smooth and as possible. I would definitely tell anyone who is looking for a good quality car to go to The DriveTime Lincoln Highway, Langhorne, PA to receive top service.

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    StaffFinancing

    Reviewed April 8, 2018

    I really was surprised and elated to find and get a vehicle. My sales associate, Paul was fantastic. I'm really happy for his help in finding a vehicle suited for me. The whole experience was made so much better just by his personality and demeanor. The financing and everything just great. I was pleased as I had read some negative reviews on the web. Proving don't believe everything you read because everyone has different experiences. I had the vehicle checked out, it runs great. I truly am happy. I had intended to check out other dealers but felt very welcome by the manager, Vince and other staff. You're all right in my blue book! Thank you, Paul and DriveTime for not stressing me out, but helping me out.

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    Staff

    Reviewed April 8, 2018

    Zack was the best salesman ever. Very patient and understanding. He did everything he could to find me a car I would love. And I truly appreciate him. Felt like I made a friend. Everyone was so nice. Thank you so much Zack.

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    Reviewed April 8, 2018

    I meet with Connor ** at the Gladstone dealership about a week before purchasing my vehicle. He was great and honest. He didn't pressure me into anything and allowed me to look at several vehicles before I made my choice. It couldn't have been a better experience.

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    Reviewed April 8, 2018

    I was very leery at first but what an amazing experience we had. Aaron and Jennifer were warm and welcoming and made this the easiest and most friendly exchange I have ever had with a dealership. I gave them a budget, they let me drive anything I wanted, answered all of my questions and made this such a positive experience. Aaron ** is pleasant, knowledgeable and so friendly. He made us feel right at home. It was a judgement free zone which I really needed at that time. I love my car and am a very happy customer!

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    Reviewed April 8, 2018

    Britney ** made my purchase with DriveTime the most pleasurable and easiest car buying experience I've had to date. She was very professional, well-informed, and answered all my questions. I was satisfied with the selection of available vehicles and prices. I would definitely recommend DriveTime to anyone looking to buy a car and I would recommend that they see Britney ** at Owings Mills for their car buying needs.

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    Customer ServiceOnline & App

    Reviewed April 8, 2018

    I purchase the Ford Escape 2014 Tuesday April 3, 2018. I download the app motionGPS as requested by DriveTime and I notice that my battery displayed low 11.9 volts. The second day after I purchased the car, I noticed a loud squeaky noise as I pressed the brakes with my foot which I can hear it while I was listening to music. The noise was very annoying, but I test drived the car and drove it around the block from the dealer and I did not hear any noises as I press the brakes. Next, I called DriveTime in Owings Mills to tell them about the brake. He replied, “Are you sure.” It made frustrated as like I do not know what I am talking about.

    To make a long story short I took it to Bob Bell Chevrolet for a quick lube services which it do an oil change, check the alignment, filters, brakes and so forth. The gentlemen from Bob Bell stated that everything was good except the brakes in the rear that needs to be replace and I also need a new battery. He stated that he charge the battery, so he ask me to start my car and it did not start. He charge the battery for at least 15 mins or more. I started my car again and I drove home because I did not want to be stranded. However, I tried to start my car later in the evening on Saturday, April 7, 2018 and my car did not start at all.

    As of Sunday April 8, 2018 my car is still sitting there on my parking pad. This is not acceptable and the number I called stated that I have to wait until Monday to get approval for these items to get fixed. I have Monday April 9, 2018 to return the car. I am going to return this car. Lastly, the MD inspection report said everything was ok dated 1/18. To top it off it has two recalls a fuel pump and a latch. I am going to report this matter to the BBB. You guys need to do better.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Kimberly,

    Thank you for taking the time to provide your review. I truly apologize for any frustration that this has caused pertaining to your mechanical concerns so soon after purchase.

    Please know that all of our vehicles are inspected prior to sale to prevent these concerns. However, since these vehicles are pre-owned it can be difficult to determine if or when situations like this may occur. For this reason every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, along with the optional Extended Vehicle Service Contract.

    In addition, every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 5-Day Vehicle Return Program which gives our customer the ability to return the vehicle to a DriveTime dealership and terminate the Simple Interest Retail Installment Contract, for any reason, within the first five calendar days after purchase. As long as the vehicle has not been driven over 300 miles within these five days, you will not be assessed any fees and will receive a full refund of your down payment.

    Lastly, if recalls are needed to be completed on the vehicle, we provide Recall Acknowledgement documentation at time of sale which provides in detail how to get the recalls completed through the manufacturer.

    Again, thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention .Please feel free to reach out to our Customer Relations department at (800)965-8043 should you wish to discuss this matter further.

    Respectfully,

    Jodi-Customer Relations

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    Reviewed April 7, 2018

    Our salesman was amazing. He made this fast and easy and we got what we were looking for. After spending 6 or more hours at CarMax we came here and this should have been our first stop. Very satisfied and loving the new Journey!

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    Reviewed April 7, 2018

    The team at DriveTime are absolutely wonderful! The experience and the guys were great!! They didn’t try to sell me something I couldn’t afford, took the time to listen to what I was looking for, and explained everything from start to finish. They are very personable and great at what they do!! They didn’t make me feel horrible for having less than perfect credit! I ended up buying a car that is a very nice and well maintained, with a payment I can afford! Thank you guys so very much for everything!!

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    Reviewed April 7, 2018

    After just graduating college in 2016 and receiving a job I purchased a 2006 Hummer H3 from this dealership which I assumed to be reliable and legitimate in its sales and quality of sales... WRONG! This place is a sad excuse of enterprise. The roof leaks every time there is rain. This vehicle quitted on me on the interstate one morning while heading to work because water had flooded the BCM causing the entire braking system to lock up and steering system to shut down, which made to vehicle come to an involuntary coast in rush hour traffic!!! I could have died that morning!!!

    Cars are speeding at 70+mph. No brake lights! No electric systems or anything! Reducing a 3 lane highway to 2 lanes in the morning. A lot of horns honking at me. I had to call in to work and miss work that day due to lack of transportation. Pay for a tow which I want reimbursed for. And the shop informed me that “Averex” would not cover this. Out of pocket payments all on guess who??? ME! This place sold me a LEMON, and a RUST BUCKET with an astronomical interest rate on a vehicle that is diminishing in value precipitously! The vehicle seems to have been sprayed underneath with spraypaint or Line-X to disguise the cancerous rust underneath, while sitting on the lot.

    The vehicle sold to me has severe rust damage underneath, Shocks, Axles, Bleed screws Rotors, all rusted terribly (documented extensively by Pep Boys). Seems that the floor may fall out any moment due to the amount of rust, which is why I haven’t even driven the vehicle. I did not ask to be a Flintstone. I am moving to a new state to accept a new position, which has strict emissions, safety testing and smog and have already been told that this vehicle will not pass inspections and is deemed a road hazard!!! Upon changing insurance companies, I was told during evaluations that this vehicle is a liability and cannot be covered!!!!

    This company expects me to continue to make payments on a vehicle that cannot be insured and will not pass state DMV inspection! I have already contacted legal counsel to initiate legal action against this sad company! Trying to give them another opportunity to clear things up, I attempted to reach out to their “Customer Relations” department to give them an opportunity to make things right, which is sadly a joke! Nicole in the office or break room simply disconnected from me after placing me on hold multiple times, which has also been documented! Apparently earlier this week they were experiencing “technical” difficulties with their systems and couldn’t be reached. However, I know who could be reached, my attorney(s) and the BBB, which I have filed formal complaint! Litigation is currently pending.

    Updated on 04/19/2018: Sadly the “representatives” at this establishment are as ignorant as they are illiterate and illegitimate. Apparently it wasn’t documented that I purchased the “Warranty” that they SOLD me. Since Jacob wants to talk about a warranty on this website, let’s have this conversation. (Not so clever of a move to try the “you should’ve purchased a warranty with the vehicle” card on this site). My Warranty # is **, 50,000 miles to be exact, and not even half of that mileage amount has been put on the vehicle (See photograph below for warranty info). Stop trying to deceive the consumers and reviewers on this site talking about a Warranty, Jacob. You tried it but failed rather miserably and terribly! Keep setting your company up with lies, and I will make sure it’s called out every time, on here and in the courts.

    I certainly hope these “CR reps” don’t look as incompetent as they sound! This company purchases vehicles with prior knowledge of damages beyond repair and sells them in states where inspections are not required for prices that are much higher than individually valued. I will continue to make payments, because not doing so will be too easy of a cop-out for this company. Not going to play the repo card with me either! I’m going to recoup everything plus some once this company is exposed, for the fraud it is! I have just completed a phone call with the DMV (April 19, 2018) for prior owners and discovered that the vehicle was sold to the dealership for significantly less (based on gov’t taxes and fees) due to recognition of the excessive damage with a salvage title. Somehow paperwork was manipulated and this vehicle made it on their lot for resell.

    My intentions are to expose this company’s unethical and wicked business practices. They are floating and peddling salvaged condition vehicles to consumers, which is why NONE of the major financial corporations will approve them as a dealership to offer financing to consumers; Explaining the Buy- Here Pay -Here technique they utilize, charging consumers bi-weekly for vehicle payments. Carving an additional two payments out of a year (Instead of paying across 48 weeks at 12 months, they leach the additional 4 weeks (2 payments per month across 52 weeks). Spending More! I spoke with Rebecca in DT Customer Relations (cr) (Monday April 9, 2018). She informed me that they were tasking Averex to hire a “3rd Party”/ “anonymous” inspector to prevent bias and to be impartial in the investigation.

    I told her that (Tuesday April 10, 2018) would be a good day to have the vehicle inspected. She informed me that the inspection would have to take place at one of their In Network service centers, which I opted PepBoys. She told me that Averex requires a 24-48 hr time slot for the vehicle to be at the service location, as there is no guaranteed and exactly confirmed time of the “inspector’s” arrival. I made arrangements for the vehicle to be at the shop, while at work. Uncertain of when the inspector would arrive, I was also told by Rebecca that there would be an additional 24-48 hours before the “inspection” report would be processed and interpreted by CR. The Customer Relations personnel-Jacob -that responded to the review above dialed my number (Friday April 13, 2018), which was also 48 hours later from the inspection but was of no assistance.

    Every response which came from him was either ignorant or not meditated upon. He told me that based on the report from the Inspector and the Silverock Representative that it was conveyed no repairs were needed, the rust is normal due to the “Geographical Location” (I live in Birmingham, Alabama we don’t have much inclement weather and don’t use salt trucks, or have any chemicals on the road which would corrode the underbody and Wheel Wells of a vehicle like that). His responses were all scripted and exemplified all the traits of an Errand Boy. He wasn’t aware that I was contacted by an individual, who was at the shop at the time when the inspector arrived and was told that the inspector mentioned that the vehicle has severe rust damage below and should have not been sold to me in that condition.

    There is tremendous inconsistency in what I was told from one’s immediate account with the inspector and what Jacob stated the report detailed. Once again, trying to give DriveTime the benefit of the doubt of being honest, I simply requested a copy of said Inspection report via email which Jacob “verbally” read, and was quickly informed that It could not be sent due to “proprietary” reasons. I simply wanted a copy of the report to Archive with my pre existing service records and maintenance documents on the vehicle, and was declined a physical copy by Jacob that previously mentioned he was doing his due diligence in rectifying the matter. No due diligence, but rather insult to injury. Lastly I spoke with Jared at DriveTime Customer Relations (Friday April 13, 2018) who seems like he is new at the company, from his methods of continuing to place me on hold as he “gathered” information from previous representatives I’d spoken with.

    Once again, I simply requested a copy of the inspection form for my records and to file with the existing service and maintenance records on the vehicle. Since they were able to dial me with a verbal inspection follow-up, why couldn’t they give me a physical copy for my records??? He (Jared) told me “unfortunately” he couldn’t after consulting with one of the other reps, whose name that he didn’t disclose. (I assume to be Jacob- the individual that impulsively responds for DriveTime on this ConsumerAffairs site.) I requested while on the phone, an email with a statement from Jared reflecting reasoning for not being able to provide me with a copy of the report that he’d verbally read, while on the phone.

    He (Jared) told me the company uses a 3rd Party Portal/ticketed messaging system to send emails (Breach of Consumer Confidentiality Agreement and Consumer information). I received the brief email on Monday (April 16, 2018). This is an extremely illegitimate company!!! Lying about the report! Lying is theft by deception. Utilizing a Typical Errand boy and Corporate Level flunky that tries to cover up all the negative actions of the company, each time someone posts on the Consumer Affairs site (not an entity of DriveTime), so predatory just like the company’s lending. (JACOB, check the BBB site out in a day or two :) I didn’t ask him (Jacob) to reach out to me and wondered why he even responded to my review on this site, as I had already given DriveTime the opportunity to make things right. They don’t care about the customer after you’ve purchased the car.

    They insulted my intelligence both punitively and ethically while on the phone stating that the vehicle presents no safety concerns. They lied (verified) the entire time before and after the “inspection” the terminology and verbiage used were too close. The phrases “Geographical location” and “Normal rust kept coming up”. The bottom of this vehicle is eaten with RUST! I could have died in the vehicle the day it shut down on the interstate at 70mph and all power systems (brakes, gearing) failed from heavy rainstorms during rush hour. They have no value for life. Floorboards completely rotten with rust covering the underbody. This vehicle is unsafe! And the pictures below display that. I refuse to continue to drive this vehicle which is a road hazard and shops won’t even service it due to the damage underneath!

    It won’t pass State safety Inspection! Insurance company won’t Insure it upon inspection! I purchased a new vehicle as dependable and reliable means of transportation to commute back and forward to work SAFELY! DRIVETIME doesn’t care about the safety of their customers but rather their finances. Please do yourselves a favor of (when interested in purchasing a vehicle) avoiding DRIVETIME. Predatory, Unethical, Fraudulent. They know the Lemons they are selling are astronomically priced, inflated with interest rates when you use Bridgecrest and completely unreliable! Since my original review, I’ve been approached and contacted by multiple claimants who purchased vehicles from different DriveTime locations and have been WRONGED by this business, have incurred price gouging and vehicles sold under false pretenses by the dealer with knowledge of damages beyond repair.

    All will be legally represented by my attorney(s), whose information the Errand boys and Coffee Grabbers at DriveTime are so anxious to get. Pressing me to have my lawyer(s) send over notice(s) of legal representation. The representation letters are on the way and will arrive a lot sooner than that “email” Jared said sent over! Anyone else who desires to have this business thoroughly investigated, please message me so that I can provide you with an immediate contact for Class-Action.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Joseph,

    Thank you for taking the time to write your review. I am deeply sorry to hear that you are unhappy with your vehicle due to the rust concerns you mentioned.

    Please know that we make our best effort to identify issues such as these during our initial vehicle inspections. However, due to the nature of pre-owned vehicles, there can be instances in which concerns may become apparent post-sale. For this reason, we provide each customer the option to purchase an extended Vehicle Service Contract for peace of mind while they work toward paying off their vehicle. That being said, due to the fact that rust is something that can be somewhat expected to occur over time on most vehicles, especially in certain areas of the country, it is not something that is covered under the terms of the Vehicle Service Contract. However, please know that any instances of severe rust that are reported post sale are assessed individually, and any further insight regarding your particular case would need to be discussed privately.

    I want to apologize again for any frustration this situation has caused. Please know that I will be reaching out to you within the next 24-48 business hours in order to ensure that your concerns are properly addressed.

    Respectfully,

    Jacob – Customer Relations

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    Reviewed April 4, 2018

    I was skeptical at first to buy a car from DriveTime because I had the assumption that they could be no better than other buy here pay here dealerships because they approve everyone so it had to be a rip-off. I was wrong to assume. I researched the car that I wanted and found it to be priced exactly as Kelley blue book showed, that was below fair market value. This didn't make sense at first but since nothing major had to be done to the car the price didn't have to be, nor was it inflated to a ridiculous amount the way regular dealerships do it. The report given also showed 1 owner and no accidents which was reassuring.

    I decided to test drive the car and since I'm mechanically inclined and have owned the same model 4 times before, I knew what to look for. The car still smells new and it's 2 years old. It is mechanically sound and drives like a new car. I dealt with Daryl, Walin and another gentleman at the Chandler, AZ lot. They were all great to deal with and made the whole transaction go smoothly. The paperwork was minimal and easy to do being that it was electronic for the most part. There was no high pressure tactics and I felt comfortable in buying a car from DriveTime rather than a regular dealer. The interest rate even dropped 2 points along with a lower down payment after I was initially told the terms, I hadn't even taken possession of the car yet! Although my interest rate is higher than I like I am rebuilding credit after a divorce. Interest rates offered range from 4% and up.

    In the future I will return to DriveTime to purchase again because I know they do business the right way. There is no haggling over price as the vehicles are priced within or below fair market value per KBB pricing. Extended warranties are also offered but there is no pressure to purchase one. I did for peace of mind but I always did when buying even a new car as I know that anything can happen and the cost of repairs are outrageous. Don't hesitate to do business with the folks at DriveTime, you won't be disappointed.

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    Reviewed April 3, 2018

    Hello, my name is Connie **. My phone number is **, date of birth **. I have a very disturbing situation that I would like to discuss. I had a 2008 Dodge Ram that I purchased from DriveTime in Columbus, GA in 2015. 2 weeks ago I was hit by another driver head on and my truck was totaled. Of course insurance paid out and the gap coverage is taking over to clear the total debt. This leaves me with no vehicle. So, I went into the dealership in Columbus, GA last week on 3-23-18 and was told BY THE MANAGER that I WOULD BE ABLE TO GET INTO ANOTHER TRUCK WITH NO DOWNPAYMENT just as soon as the check was cut from the insurance company.

    He said all I had to do was bring in a current check stub and they would put me into another truck equal to what I had with no downpayment. He said that's one of the many benefits of having gap coverage with DriveTime. So, I went back into the same location on Friday 3-30-18 and that Manager has now been moved to the Marietta, GA location or so I was informed. They told me they couldn't honor what he had told me and that I would have to pay $5,000 down to even come close to what I was driving and if I wanted something a little newer it would be $17,000 down. SO OF COURSE I WAS INFURIATED!!! I am still in shock. I had a truck that I was paying on and a 21 year old crossed over to my side of the road and hit me head on. My truck was totaled, but this was not my fault. DriveTime/Bridgecrest HAS NOT LOST ANYTHING on this.

    They have made out very well on this situation. I'm the one who lost because I have ABSOLUTELY NO OTHER VEHICLE TO DRIVE. The rental I have at the moment is costing too much. So, I will not be able to keep it either. Maybe I could comprehend if I wrecked the truck myself, but I was innocently hit head on by another driver and my passenger had to have reconstructive surgery on her arm from this. So, now I feel like I'm being penalized because someone else totaled my truck. I could also understand if I had to put $500 to 800 down, but they are not willing to work with me at all. I have referred a lot of people to DriveTime, but be assured they all know how lousy I have now been treated and word does get around. THIS IS RIDICULOUS TO SAY THE LEAST. I just cannot believe how I have been treated over this.

    ALL I asked was to be able to get into a truck of equal value to what I had for about $500 down, but was told NO WAY. What a rotten way to treat a customer who has been loyal. The worst is that the manager told me of course they would help me, but now all of the sudden the rules have changed. I can't believe DriveTime will keep any customers!!! What a heck of a year. My husband abandoned us, I have lost both of my parents within the last few months due to terminal illness, my adopted son was killed in an accident, and now my only form of transportation has been totaled. Wow and so good to know that DriveTime refuses to help. I intend to make sure that people in Columbus know all about it. What a way to do business!!!

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Connie,

    Thank you for taking the time to write your review. I truly apologize for any misunderstanding and frustration that this has caused.

    We are currently in the process of reaching a resolution pertaining to your experience. At this time I would strongly encourage you to reach out to your local DriveTime dealership to get this matter resolved.

    In addition, you can also reach out to our Customer Relations department for further assistance. Again, I truly apologize for any inconvenience you encountered.

    Thank You,

    Jodi-Customer Relations

    Dee increased rating by 3 stars.
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    After a positive interaction with DriveTime, Dee increased their star rating on April 3, 2018.

    Updated review: April 3, 2018

    Although I just gave a bad review of DT collection practices, I would like to say I have had some great experiences with Customer Relations reps. Last year my engine went out in my car and was in shop for over a month. The warranty company denied my claim to repair the car, saying it was my fault; however when I called CR they were able to negotiate with warranty company to get my car repaired. Also a week after getting car out of shop car needed spark plug repair; warranty company denied claim again because I was supposed to have spark plugs replaced after 100,000 miles, however I was given a used engine; DT CR advised warranty company to honor the claim. The reps I spoke with at that time were amazing.

    Original Review: April 3, 2018

    On 2/14/18 I called into DT customer service to make payment and to also take advantage of an email I had received that offered me deferment of payments since I had fell behind; the rep kept asking me what happened that caused me to fall behind; I asked her if that were important since I had received this email and that nothing was mentioned in this email where I needed to explain, however I did tell her that I had had medical issues; she went on to tell me that DT had once before offered me a deferment; I told her this was offered to me by the Customer Relations department due to mechanical issues I had had the year before and my car was in the shop for over a month and I had to rent a car for the same amount of time.

    She then proceeds to ask me if she offered me the deferment if I could promise I would keep payments current and pay a little extra each month; I told I would not be able to make a promise like that as I was having a hard time making payments for what was already in my contract. She then proceeds to tell me she would offer me the deferment, however it may take a couple of days for me to get the paperwork; a week after speaking to her I never received any paperwork, however

    I did received call from another rep wanting know why I had not made payment for that period. I told him I had agreement with someone only a week earlier for deferment; he proceeds to tell me he did see where I had this agreement with rep and did not understand why paperwork was not sent; he assured me he would be able to work with me, however he placed me on hold to work on some numbers? Call disconnected at that point.

    I am at the point where I would for sure surrender the car as I am not at a point where I can reconcile making an agreement with a company as large as DT and I am the only one that is expected to comply. I wonder if DT/Bridgecrest owner, Mr. Ernie Garcia knows the practices of his reps? Or if this is his expectation of them?

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Dee,

    Thank you for taking the time to update you review. I want to apologize that you experience has left you feeling negatively about both us and our finance partner, Bridgecrest. Please know that all of our finance functions are handled solely by Bridgecrest. We encourage you to continue working with them directly to ensure your loan success. Should you have any further concern or any questions, feel free to contact my Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.

    Thank You,

    Kaitlyn - Customer Relations

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    Reviewed April 3, 2018

    Great customer service and very friendly staff. Helped me immensely and answered all of my questions. Staff really took their time to listen to all of my needs and get me the best possible deal for what I was wanting in a vehicle. Couldn’t be more pleased.

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    Reviewed April 2, 2018

    Reggie was very helpful throughout the entire process. He explained everything to us thoroughly and made the entire car buying experience very easy. I would highly recommend DriveTime and Reggie to any of my friends and family. Not to mention after we bought the car he personally hand wash the car himself. That is an extraordinary salesman. Thank you very much Reggie.

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    Reviewed April 2, 2018

    Dodge Grand Caravan - Mr. ** demonstrated professional proficiency and courteous respect throughout the entire process of helping me select and purchase the vehicle mentioned. Brian went out of his way to answer every question with knowledgeable insight. His understanding regarding the legal and logistical procedure put me at ease.

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    Reviewed April 2, 2018

    This is the second vehicle I purchased from DriveTime and I am very happy. They are always helpful, sincere and professional. They made sure that the vehicle I chose was perfect and that my monthly payment was in my range. I would definitely recommend to friends and family.

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    Reviewed April 2, 2018

    I had been to other dealerships and sat for hours haggling and being pushed towards vehicles that I did not want. My experience with DriveTime was so easy. I went in, told the gentlemen what I needed, what I wanted to pay and he made it happen! I was in and out in less than 2 hours. It was an amazing experience! Thank you for restoring my faith in car dealerships!

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    Reviewed April 2, 2018

    My wife and I went in looking for a vehicle to share within our budget. Christian was patient and very thorough. He truly worked hard to get us a car with payments we were comfortable with. We ended up leaving that night with 2 vehicles. We were very pleased with our experience at DriveTime and would recommend them to anyone.

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    Reviewed April 2, 2018

    The customer service that I received was amazing! The dealer was very friendly and helpful in finding a great car for me! I would recommend all my friends to try out DriveTime. I only wish that the inventory was bigger, but other than that I enjoyed my experience!

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    Reviewed April 2, 2018

    I was given only one key that works the other key was found in the glove compartment and it doesn’t open the vehicle. There was sticky residue on the window left from price tag that was not removed from the car.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Quinisha,

    Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback regarding your experience. I want to apologize for any frustration that this has brought you. Please know that we provide same keys that we came to own the vehicle with to our customers. In order to assure that you have the necessary keys for your vehicle, I encourage you to reach out to your limited warranty administrator.

    I regards to the residue, we apologize for the inconvenience that this has caused you. Please know that the adhesive used to place our in window pricing is easily removable with a de-greasing cleaner.

    Should you have any further concerns or questions, please feel free to reach out to my Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.

    Thank You,

    Kaitlyn - Customer Relations

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    Reviewed April 1, 2018

    Great overall experience. Staff very helpful and great customer service. Amanda was the best and helped the buying process go very smoothly. I would recommend the McKnight Rd location anytime. Your staff is the best. Easiest car buying experience that I've ever been through with a dealership. Thank you.

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    Reviewed April 1, 2018

    Purchased a great late model vehicle with low miles. My experience with Frederick and Nicole was professional and courteous. I did not particularly like the terms of your Drive Select program which I feel pretty disenfranchise most visitors, however, they explained the program explicitly. I do suggest however, removing that program, I feel that you will have a broader base of buyers. Because I almost left without purchasing.

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    Reviewed April 1, 2018

    I'm super happy with my new car. David was so nice and intellectual when it came to my ignorance of how to purchase a car. He was so patient and other employees offered popcorn while we waited. So amazing!!! I have never fell in love with an automobile until now!!!

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    Reviewed April 1, 2018

    One of the worst experiences buying a car. Three hours with different people coming and going, changing the numbers, not explaining things right, very frustrating. Paid more than the estimate, bought a warranty that covers nothing that has gone wrong with the car since then. I was in a little accident last week in the same place that this car had been in a accident before I bought it. I brought the car to repair and the mechanic showed me that the preview's repair was done by gluing parts of the car together with superglue and because of that I had to replace parts that would not have to, should the car been repaired correctly (Front bumper, side bumper, engine plastic cover underneath, all glued together with superglue). They did not check up the car before they sold it to me. They are not honest, charge a lot of interest and sell you cars with defects that you cannot tell until is too late. If you have any other option, do not buy with them.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Ana,

    Thank you for finding the opportunity to leave a review. I am deeply sorry to hear that you left feeling dissatisfied with your overall DriveTime experience. We strive to be thorough and transparent with our customers regarding all aspects of their purchase prior to sale, and it is unfortunate that you left feeling otherwise.

    In reference to the vehicle issues you mentioned, please know that we inspect each vehicle on our lot prior to sale in order to identify issues such as these prior to sale. Additionally, an Experian AutoCheck Vehicle History Report is provided at the time of sale to inform our customers of the vehicle’s history. This report may indicate a prior accident record, a rental or government vehicle, registration in a storm area, and/or a theft record. That being said, it is important to keep in mind that we would have no knowledge of any unreported accidents or tampering that may have occurred while the previous owner had possession of the vehicle. We encourage our customers to research all aspects of their purchase prior to sale.

    I want to apologize again for any frustration this situation has caused. If you are in need of further assistance, or you simply wish to discuss this matter in further detail, please feel free to contact my Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0148.

    Respectfully,

    Jacob – Customer Relations

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    Reviewed March 31, 2018

    Courtney and Greg were wonderful. They both were very polite and kind and went out of their way to make my wife and I’s visit a very pleasurable one. The 2007 Ford XLT Explorer we were able to purchase at a monthly rate we can easily afford is wonderful. Thank you again Courtney and Greg and Drive Time for having such wonderful employees.

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    Reviewed March 31, 2018

    I had an excellent and easy experience purchasing a vehicle at DriveTime. The sales representative had a non-pushy attitude, he listened to every word I said, and he helped to pair me with the perfect car. This is my second positive experience with DriveTime and I am pleased that buying a car was so easy and effortless!

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    Reviewed March 31, 2018

    Engine light came on one hour after I leave, then on the highway slowing down the brakes or something is wrong, for me to not really get the car I would to settle and this to happen is not acceptable.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Timothy,

    Thank you for taking the time to provide your review. I am deeply sorry to hear about the mechanical concerns you are experiencing so soon after purchase.

    Please know that all of our vehicles are inspected prior to sale to prevent these concerns. The vehicles sold from DriveTime are pre-owned and as a result there are times where mechanical concerns may arise post-sale. For this reason every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, along with the optional Vehicle Service Contract, to assist in these situations.

    In addition, every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 5-Day Vehicle Return Program which gives our customer the ability to return the vehicle to a DriveTime dealership and terminate the Simple Interest Retail Installment Contract, for any reason, within the first five calendar days after purchase. As long as the vehicle has not been driven over 300 miles within these five days, you will not be assessed any fees and will receive a full refund of your down payment.

    We greatly appreciate the opportunity to address your concerns. If you should choose to discuss further please contact our Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.

    Respectfully,

    Jodi-Customer Relations

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    Reviewed March 31, 2018

    Everyone was extremely professional and polite. They made my wife and I feel like family. I would highly recommend DriveTime to anyone looking to purchase a vehicle. The staff was extremely helpful with our vehicle purchase from explaining the purchasing process to how all the functions work on the car. Again thank you for a great car buying experience.

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    Reviewed March 31, 2018

    This was the easy process to buy a car. Felicia helped assist me through the entire process and answered every question. I was able to purchase a vehicle that I had always dreamed about, but never imagined I could ever afford. She helped me find the right car, and so, blessed to have worked with her.

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    Reviewed March 30, 2018

    I have bad credit. No other car dealerships would help me out! I got a 2016 with no down payments. And my car payments weren't expensive compared to my old car that was 600 dollar payment. They are super nice and helpful. They put gas in the car for you. And only took a couple of hours to get my car!

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    Reviewed March 29, 2018

    If I had taken this a few days ago you would have gotten a better rating. I was very pleased with the car buying experience the day I was there. Chris made us feel like a valued customer, but since I have left the dealership I haven’t felt that way. The car had an issue and I get it used cars sometimes have issues, but this was a spark plug issue. Something I feel should be changed before you even sell me the car. Thankfully you if go fixed but pep boys didn’t make the check engine light or the gas cap light turn off. So I still have to take it somewhere to continue getting it looked at.

    I have heard maybe one apology for the inconvenience this has caused. You don’t expect when you buy a car from a car lot to immediately have to readjust your schedule not to mention the worry I now have that I will continue have problems because I don’t feel y’all inspect the cars you sell enough. Not once has anyone said, "Oh here’s a gift card to get a full tank of gas," or "Your next oil change is on us," or something small just to say, "Hey I’m sorry the car we sold needed immediate shop repair." Not sure I will be back to purchase another car from here in the future. I felt as if the situation could have be handled a little differently.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Linda,

    Thank you for taking the time to provide your review. I am pleased that Chris made you feel like a valued customer since we strive to provide only the best in customer service. However, I am sad to hear about your mechanical concerns you have experienced so soon after purchase.

    Please know that all of our vehicles are inspected prior to sale to prevent these concerns. The vehicles sold from DriveTime are pre-owned and as a result there are times where mechanical concerns may arise post-sale. For this reason every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, along with the optional Vehicle Service Contract, to assist in these situations.

    That being said, I want to apologize again for any frustration this situation has caused. If you wish to discuss this matter further, please feel free to reach out to our Customer Relations team at (800)965-8043.

    Respectfully,

    Jodi-Customer Relations

    Staff

    Reviewed March 28, 2018

    I bought a 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid from DriveTime in Jackson, MS, on February 15, 2018. Within less than 12 hours, the vehicle malfunctions. I contact the dealership and am told I can return it within five business days or 300 miles. I live over 115 miles away and would not be able to return the vehicle within the 300 mile limit.

    Within two weeks, the car is inoperable due to a “hybrid charge failure.” I took it to the local Hyundai dealer on February 28th. They, John O’Neil Johnson Hyundai service department here in Meridian, MS, have worked tirelessly to find the problem. They’ve brought hybrid techs in from the Mobile Hyundai plant and can’t seem to resolve the issue. They are now bringing specialists in from California to try to find the exact problem so they can, in turn, fix it.

    I’ve reached out to Silver Rock, the warranty company, and DriveTime Consumer Relations, as well. I was told upon purchase that any malfunction within 30 days or 1,500 miles would be covered at 100%, along with rental car reimbursement while the vehicle was inoperable. Now, I’m told they can offer no help, and can’t guarantee coverage, without a diagnosis so that leaves me paying a monthly note for a just purchased car I simply cannot drive, and neither the dealership from which I purchased, nor the warranty company in which I invested has a solution. I’m beyond frustrated. Do not use DriveTime or SilverRock.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Jennifer,

    Thank you for taking the time to bring this to my attention and I apologize for the mechanical concerns you are experiencing so soon after purchase.

    Please know that all of our vehicles are inspected prior to sale to prevent these concerns. The vehicles sold from DriveTime are pre-owned and as a result there are times where mechanical concerns may arise post-sale. For this reason every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, along with the optional Vehicle Service Contract, to assist in these situations.

    In addition, per the terms of the vehicle service contract we can provide rental reimbursement up to a daily rate of $25.99 during repairs for covered components.

    I want to apologize again for any frustration this situation has caused. Upon further review, I see that you have already spoken with my Customer Relations team concerning the issues you mentioned. If you wish to discuss this matter further, please feel free to reach back out to my team at (800) 965-8043.

    Thank You,

    Jodi-Customer Relations

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    Reviewed March 28, 2018

    Had a car from DriveTime for a year. About 4 months after having the car I ran into problems. They sold us a car that had the entire body completely rusted. The mechanic that checked out my car said the car should have never been sold...he was surprised no one died while using the car. The car had holes all on the bottom and they put plastic and new carpet so no one would notice. Called DriveTime to request a new car. They told us we had no proof they knew about it. DO NOT BUY CARS FROM THIS PLACE.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Matthew,

    Thank you for leaving your review. I am deeply sorry to hear that you are unhappy with your vehicle due to the rust concerns you mentioned.

    Due to the unique nature of your concerns, it would be difficult for me to provide additional perspective on this matter in a public forum.

    Please continue to communicate with us privately if you wish to discuss this matter further.

    Thank you,

    Jacob – Customer Relations

    Verified purchase
    Staff

    Reviewed March 27, 2018

    Tia ** was great to work with. Although the process was tiring she made our experience awesome. I would recommend to friends for sure. The only thing I would change is the fact that DriveTime doesn't fully detail the vehicle and put a full tank. Other than that it was great.

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    DriveTime
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    Year Founded:
    2002
    Address:
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    City:
    Tempe
    State/Province:
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    Postal Code:
    85281
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