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About DriveTime

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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  • Quick application process
  • Five-day return guarantee
  • Options for all credit backgrounds
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  • Interest rates on the higher end

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    Staff

    Reviewed Aug. 16, 2020

    Antonio ** was definitely a huge help in looking for the vehicle I wanted! I had my 2 small children with me and he made sure they were occupied and I did not feel rushed or uncomfortable when my babies started getting restless. He explained all the numbers to me and once the deal was sealed, he still assisted me until I left the lot.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Aug. 16, 2020

    Unfortunately I have bad credit and have had too many bad experiences at buy here pay here lots. This was the first positive buying experience I have ever had. Malcolm was patient and very willing to help me until I was happy with my choice. I had to bring my children which can sometimes make things difficult but he was engaging and kind to them. I found a car that I am in love with, a salesman that I actually enjoyed and had a great experience to tell others. I thanked him many times for his kindness and patience but once again thank you Malcolm. I am completely in love with my car!!

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    Customer ServiceStaff

    Reviewed Aug. 16, 2020

    The total experience was amazing from start to finish. I applied online and was in and out of the dealership in about an hour. The customer service was very professional and the salesman knew the answer to every question that I asked. 5 stars for you guys...

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Aug. 16, 2020

    Our visit was smooth. I came from Baton Rouge, La to buy a car. Our appointment was at 12pm. Jeremy ** was very helpful and pleasant. He made sure that we were satisfied with our purchase. We were done and ready to go by 2:15pm. Thanks Jeremy!!!

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    Staff

    Reviewed Aug. 16, 2020

    I was very satisfied leaving in a vehicle. Michael was very helpful ensuring that I got what I wanted. The building was very clean everyone had masks on and social distance was practiced. I will definitely recommend them to friends.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Aug. 16, 2020

    My experience there was very wonderful, looking for a car for my daughter and we were stressing because we got the runaround from previous dealerships, so glad we decided to stop by here. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. I will definitely recommend DriveTime to everyone I know that is looking for a car.

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    PriceStaffRatesHonesty & Transparency

    Reviewed Aug. 16, 2020

    All of the staff was very accommodating and pleasant. Benjamin was very professional and friendly. I appreciated the time he took to explain everything (more than once) and made sure I understood if I had any questions. I appreciated his honesty and not trying to just sell me on the highest price car on the lot, but understood my needs.

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    Punctuality & Speed

    Reviewed Aug. 16, 2020

    KJ and Joann were great to work with. We traveled over 5 hours to get our vehicle. I couldn’t believe how fast and easy the process was. We were greeted like family. I will highly recommend drive time to anyone looking for a new vehicle, go to Bedford! Thank you so much guys!!!

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    Sales & MarketingMaintenanceStaff

    Reviewed Aug. 16, 2020

    I want to thank Dayne the sales rep who assisted me at the DriveTime on Florida and Fowler. He was so helpful and made everything so easy for me. I was in a bind with a broken down car and a job that requires me to travel, so a vehicle is most essential! Dayne did everything in his power to make sure I left DriveTime with a vehicle. I appreciate him!

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    Customer ServiceSales & MarketingPricePunctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Aug. 16, 2020

    After phone contact with Julius and credit approval, an on-site appointment at dealership was made. Arrived at dealership to complete sale transaction. After spending 2 hours completing paperwork and watching videos, was given key to test drive car. Despite knowing I had an appointment to purchase car, car was filthy and had not been detailed at all from time it arrived at dealership. Also, this car is a CMAX Energi and was MISSING THE BATTERY RECHARGER, A NECESSARY ITEM FOR THIS HYBRID CAR. Had to wait 1 hour longer for wash and detail before getting on road for a 3 hour drive home. While staff were courteous and professional, disappointed car was not ready and had to spend far too long at dealership. Why then bother with making an APPOINTMENT?

    Borrowed my son's battery so I can re-charge the car and HOPE I RECEIVE MY BATTERY SOON FROM DEALERSHIP OR BRIDGECREST (???). This is an item that is NECESSARY for this car and should have been in the car at time of sale. Doing a detail earlier should have alerted staff to this oversight. My son should not have had to provide this for me. Almost backed out of the sale.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Deborah,

    We greatly appreciate the time you have taken to rate your DriveTime experience. I am saddened to hear you were dissatisfied with the condition of your desired vehicle when you arrived at the dealership for your appointment.

    Please know that all DriveTime vehicles are passed through a multi-point inspection, where they are detailed to meet DriveTime standards as well, before transporting them to our sales lots. I would also like to note that most of our dealerships who do not have a detail location on site will have a mobile detailer routinely come in for any necessary touch-ups. We are sorry if the cleanliness of the vehicle you purchased was not up to DriveTime standards and that it caused a delay in getting back on the road.

    If you are experiencing concerns with your vehicle, I would highly encourage you to contact SilverRock, our warranty partner, at 877-584-3848 for further assistance. Components such as a battery would be covered under our Limited Warranty that we offer for the first 30-days/1,500-miles.

    I want to thank you for being a valued DriveTime customer. If you have any additional concerns you would like to discuss with us, please feel free to contact our Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0148, and a team member will be glad to assist.

    Sincerely,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Punctuality & Speed

    Reviewed Aug. 16, 2020

    My car buying experience was great! Kurt made the experience extremely easy as a first time car buyer. He reminded me of my required documents and was very accommodating with the change of my schedule! Will recommend family and friends!

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    Staff

    Reviewed Aug. 14, 2020

    Staff was very nice and helpful. Explained every detail of the process in detailed. I did not feel pressured to make a purchase. I had multiple car options to chose from. I highly recommend DriveTime for purchasing a used vehicle.

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    Customer ServicePunctuality & SpeedStaffBilling

    Reviewed Aug. 14, 2020

    My experience at Drive Time was awesome from beginning to end. I have had to go through the car buying experience twice this year and my experience with Drive Time was the most comfortable. I didn't feel any pressure, I was never nervous about how I would be able to come up with a down payment, I felt the staff was concerned about me and cared about my needs. Joshea was outstanding. He replied quickly to emails and went out of his way to ensure he was available throughout this entire process. Robert ** helped out as well and the Manager Cedric made sure I was happy with the whole process. I would buy from Drive Time again and again.

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    Customer ServicePunctuality & Speed

    Reviewed Aug. 14, 2020

    Best customer service ever from everyone and it was fast and easy. I mean hands down the best. I love my car. My babies are so happy. They ask me, "Mommy is this really ours." We are in love. Thank you KATRINA FROM THE BIRMINGHAM LOCATION!!!!

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    Staff

    Reviewed Aug. 13, 2020

    I was very pleased with the service I received both from David and Andrew. There were some small issues but they were able to resolve them with a little time and a lot of patience. Very professional at all times. Would return and recommend to friends.

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Aug. 12, 2020

    Chad was fantastic, and I was very pleased with the process from start to finish. Everything was fast, easy, and efficient. The service was friendly and in no way pushy at all. I would definitely come back to DriveTime on Memorial in Tulsa!

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    Reviewed Aug. 11, 2020

    Car buying made simple. I am pleased & will recommend to anyone. Dont hesitate! No haggling either which made it easier. I got exactly what I wanted & paid exactly what I wanted. Can't beat that. No rushing, no pressure, exactly the way it should be!!

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaffHonesty & Transparency

    Reviewed Aug. 11, 2020

    This guy is awesome! Super friendly, funny, a joy to work with and kept me up to speed with any and everything going on. Not to mention, the best part - he was honest and helpful! Thank you Randell! I appreciate all of your hard work and I will be directing any and everyone to you that I can!

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaff

    Reviewed Aug. 10, 2020

    Great friendly staff with quick service. The staff provide the choices correctly and are professional. The business is clean and has good atmosphere. The information provided is done in professional manner. The only thing is some info is hidden from you until closer to closing the deal. Dealers should be upfront with all of vehicles details, good or bad in order to make the consumer more comfortable with their buying decisions.

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    TechPrice

    Reviewed Aug. 10, 2020

    My 2 Daughters were looking for clean dependable cars for school and work so they went on the internet and found Drive Time. They had searched and found two great cars an Optima and Versa that they liked so they went in on Monday and Saturday and came out with 2 nice, clean and affordable rides, Thanks a lot.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Aug. 9, 2020

    James and I had a great experience. We did most of paperwork online. We were in and out with a great deal and car in two hours. Tania answered all our questions and was so nice and helpful. We already recommended two people to Drivetime and I hope they get a great deal also.

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    Customer ServiceStaff

    Reviewed Aug. 8, 2020

    They rushed me, they did not explain any of the paperwork that I signed and they gave me the optional items without my consent! They were not friendly and made rude comments. I won’t buy from Drivetime again. I also won’t be recommending the Tryon Drivetime to anyone!

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Kelli,

    Thank you for finding the time to share your experience with us. I regret to hear your buying experience was less than perfect due to feeling rushed along with the paperwork not being properly explained.

    We strive to provide a quick, stream-lined car buying process for all our valued customers. However, we certainly do not want any of our customers to feel rushed, unaware, or undervalued. Our primary intention is to ensure all of our customers leave the dealership feeling respected, informed, and confident in their purchase. We are sorry if this did not reflect during your interactions with our dealership, as this is not indicative of the high-quality customer service and standards we aim to provide. DriveTime welcomes any opportunity to address situations where our service level or communication is not maintained at or above our business standards.

    Please know it is our goal as a company to be transparent through all steps of the buying process by providing each customer with an Optional Products Disclosure at the time of sale. This disclosure must be signed prior to leaving the dealership and is intended to aid our customers in distinguishing the optional products from those that are mandatory.

    We value all feedback, positive or constructive, and wish to use your review to help improve our level of service. Please reach out to our Customer Relations department at (800) 965-8043, should you wish to provide additional details to about your review, and we would be glad to speak with you.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Customer ServiceSales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Aug. 8, 2020

    The sales man Mr. ** was awesome in his job. He display great customer service and an outstanding personality. He was very patient and polite. Everyone was nice and polite from the emails until I drove off the parking lot. I would recommend people to this company.

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    Sales & MarketingHonesty & Transparency

    Reviewed Aug. 8, 2020

    The most political honesty I’ve seen in sales. Matt and Kent did awesome. Worked with me everyday till I was able to get not just what I needed but what I wanted. Then the lady in Lakeland was fabulous with getting everything done signed and me out the door in my awesome new vehicle.

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    Reviewed Aug. 8, 2020

    Buying a car now; just not what I wanted to do. But, there was stressed. Shopping than buying from Drive Time was stress free for me. I found what I was looking for and I didn't feel pressured. Thank you to the Downey team.

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    Customer ServiceStaff

    Reviewed Aug. 6, 2020

    Guys were great and helpful. Most salesman are pushy and calls a lot not allowing a customer time to shop around. The guys at DriveTime were very patient and that's why I went back. Wynnton ** and Sam showed great customer service.

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    Customer ServicePricePunctuality & SpeedStaffBillingLoan ProcessRates

    Reviewed Aug. 5, 2020

    Anthony ** was super helpful, kind, and patient while assisting me purchase my new Fiat500x Trekking. I traveled an hour and a half to the Ocala, FL for this vehicle given it was on the market for a price I couldn't pass on with VERY LOW mileage. I had been searching for almost a month now, and I am more than happy I waited to find the right vehicle. Anthony was very knowledgeable and was able to answer all of my questions pertaining to warranty, paying off the loan, interest rates, and even how to make payments towards the principal bal.

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    StaffBilling

    Reviewed Aug. 5, 2020

    I enjoyed my time at Drivetime. It was shorter and easier than expected. However I did get kind of frustrated since they don't allow customers in the store and it was hot outside. Also my payments are kinda high so that kind of downgraded my experience.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Marcheal,

    Thank you for reaching out to us and sharing your review. I am glad to hear that you enjoyed your time at the DriveTime dealership, however, I am truly sorry that your overall experience was less than satisfactory due to your payment amount and the safety measures we had to take to continue to assist our customers.

    Please know that our goal is to welcome everyone into a comfortable and professional atmosphere and to maintain that wonderful customer service we are known for. The last thing we want is for our customers to be inconvenienced in any way, especially now that the summer temperatures are approaching. In order to keep everyone safe during this pandemic, we are only able to assist customers outside in our delivery bay.

    In reference to your loan terms, we provide a personalized Federal Truth in Lending Disclosure to every patron which provides an itemized breakdown of their APR, finance charge, the total amount financed, total amount expected to be paid throughout the life of the loan, and total sales price. We also inform our potential customers that we do accept outside financing as well if they are not satisfied with the approval offer.

    We are happy to have you as a new customer and appreciate your business. Should you wish to share your experience in further detail or have questions, please contact my department at (800) 965-8043, and an agent would be glad to assist.

    Kindly,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    StaffBilling

    Reviewed Aug. 4, 2020

    The young man who helped me was great. I would suggest washing the cars and filling the tanks when customer picks up to take home. Also they should have a greater inventory for customers with a low down payment considering the economy and the pandemic.

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    Punctuality & Speed

    Reviewed Aug. 3, 2020

    I am a repeat client. This is my 4th vehicle and I can always count on Drivetime when other auto places deny me. I tried several places before going to Drivetime. I knew you guys would approve me regardless of my credit and you offered me great upgrades due to being a repeat customer. The transaction was very fast and I am happy. The only thing is there was no owners manual for my 2014 Ford Escape SE in the car.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Aug. 2, 2020

    I was very well pleased once I got into the place. My salesman was very clean, upfront and a gentleman. Answered all my questions. They were very professional, courteous and very well trained. I had very good experience.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Aug. 2, 2020

    Very satisfied with the Williamstown N.J. office and very dissatisfied with the Langhorne PA office. The cars could be taken care of better and detailed before being sold to customers. In addition the cars could be looked at by a mechanic before going on the lot to be sure there are no problems.

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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Aug. 2, 2020

    George was our salesperson on Shadeland Ave. And I have to say he could not have been any more helpful, knowledgeable and overall informative! I would recommend him to ANYBODY who’s looking for a new vehicle. HE WAS TRULY A GREAT SALESMAN, very friendly and extremely welcoming!! THANKS GEORGE. YOU'RE THE BEST!!!

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    Sales & MarketingStaffBilling

    Reviewed Aug. 2, 2020

    This was the easiest car purchase we have ever made. The downpayment was reasonable and the monthly payments are far lower than we expected. We have been telling everyone to go to Drive Time. Daniel at the Raeford Rd location was our Sales Rep and he did an amazing job.

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    StaffBilling

    Reviewed Aug. 2, 2020

    Cicero ** was an excellent salesman. I was in the dealership and drove away with my car in only two and a half hours. The selection of the vehicle was easy with the down payments posted with each vehicle. I was totally surprised and elated how easy Drive Time helped me purchase my 2016 Nissan Altima.

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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed Aug. 2, 2020

    Had an excellent experience at the Montclair Dealership. Crisjon was a wonderful sales advisor. Went in to look at a particular vehicle, but was not to my liking. We looked at a few others and found the one that was perfect for me.

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    Staff

    Reviewed Aug. 1, 2020

    I went to the dealership for an unplanned car purchase and the staff could not have more helpful. They were friendly, helpful and found a car that was right for me. You get a lot for your money here. I would definitely recommend them.

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    Refunds & PayoutsStaff

    Reviewed July 31, 2020

    I am very disappointed in the service received at the Owings Mill location. The staff was friendly but they wasted my time & money. I sat from 230-730 just to process my paperwork just to leave the location and in 5 mins my engine overheats & I’m now w/o a vehicle it’s such a inconvenience for me. I was really hoping to enjoy my first car but the same problem happened twice. I will be returning the vehicle and requesting either a a new One in a healthy conditions or just give me my refund back bc you all are leaving a bad 1st impression of the vehicles/service and most importantly as a first time buyer I was excited but that excitement turned into a anger and disappointment.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Autumn,

    We appreciate you for sharing your review with us. I am torn to hear you experienced a mechanical concern soon after your purchase, in addition to the amount of time you spent during your visit.

    I want to assure you we strive to provide a quick and stream-lined car buying process for all our valued customers, and I sincerely apologize if this was not the case in your situation.

    Furthermore, while our vehicles are inspected, before placing them on our lots, we are unable to predict when future repairs may be needed. For this reason, we provide a Limited Warranty (LW) for mechanical failures within the first 30-days/1,500-miles. We also have an optional Vehicle Service Contract (VSC) available for purchase to assist in most situations thereafter.

    Lastly, as you are aware, we offer a 5-day Vehicle Return Policy (VRP), which allows our customers the opportunity to inspect and get comfortable with their purchase. If they are not satisfied with their vehicle, they can bring the vehicle back within the first 5 business days or 300 miles (not including the date of sale, holidays we are closed, and Sundays).

    We certainly apologize once more for any inconvenience, this has caused. Should you wish to discuss this matter further, you may contact our Customer Relations department at (800) 965-8043, and a representative will be glad to assist.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Customer ServiceStaff

    Reviewed July 30, 2020

    Daniel ** was a great customer service rep, I appreciated the extra mile he was willing to take! It was such an awesome experience. I would definitely recommend to everyone! If you’re looking for a car go see him, you won’t regret it! Thanks again Daniel!

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    PriceStaffRates

    Reviewed July 30, 2020

    Cam, was professional and nice. She did most of the work the day before I came. Even though my credit is low, the price for the overall vehicle was high, but I'm glad I'm in a newer vehicle for my children and self.

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    Sales & MarketingBilling

    Reviewed July 29, 2020

    So it looks to me like the lawyers and the financial people in Arizona came up with a scheme of bait and switch with the APR the pre set payments which I pointed out to the paper pusher because they're not car dealers. When questioned about the scheme they could not defend it. Just said, "Well yeah..." I did not like it and will not recommend anybody go over there. I think I got a deal that's less painful while there witness and talk to man bringing car back because he said daughter had been ripped off paying $30,000 for a 2012.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Charlie,

    Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. I am truly sorry to hear that you are feeling misled concerning the approval options that were presented to you.

    Please know that we try to maintain a sense of transparency by providing each customer with a Federal Truth in Lending Disclosure during the contracting process. This disclosure details the APR, finance charge, amount financed, total amount expected to be paid throughout the life of the loan, and the total sales price. It is also important to mention that our customers are welcome to utilize third-party financing if they are not satisfied with the financing options offered through Bridgecrest, our finance partner.

    We offer a 5-day Vehicle Return Policy (VRP), which allows our customers time to inspect and get comfortable with their purchase. If they are not pleased with their vehicle or financial terms, the vehicle can be returned within the first 5 business days or 300 miles (not including the date of sale, holidays we are closed, and Sundays) and terminate the Simple Interest Retail Installment Contract. The VRP guidelines are outlined on page one of your Retail Purchase Agreement.

    Should you wish to discuss your review further, please contact our Customer Relations department at (800) 965-8043, and a representative will be glad to assist.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Staff

    Reviewed July 29, 2020

    Brittany ** is Awesome!!!! She was very professional, knowledgeable and courteous - she explained everything in detail - allowed time for us to consider options and so forth-very patient young lady - I would certainly recommend services to anyone in need of a vehicle, to go to you guys.

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    Staff

    Reviewed July 29, 2020

    This Team is AMAZING!!! Ben, Don, Sue & Brian are sooo amazing. They made my purchasing experience so easy and great and I will continue to recommend more people to Drive Time!!! Thank you guys for all your hard work.

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    Customer ServicePriceOnline & AppStaffRates

    Reviewed July 28, 2020

    Jose had great customer service. He was very thorough about the whole process. However, the bank app was extremely invasive and violating. It was the worse part about the whole process. Tyler ensured that I paid more than the price that was quoted on the website as salesmen do. Outside of that, it was a good experience and I'd recommend others.

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    Customer ServicePricePunctuality & SpeedStaffBilling

    Reviewed July 27, 2020

    We went to DriveTime in Fort Worth to purchase my son's first car. Rhett and Laura were both great. We were able to get my son into his first car with a reasonable down payment. Rhett was great and patient with us, he made sure we had all the numbers before we came in. He also emailed pictures of the cars within our budget. Laura made the paperwork process quick and simple. I am truly grateful for their help in making my son's first car buying experience a great one.

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    Customer ServiceMaintenance

    Reviewed July 27, 2020

    I purchased a new vehicle yesterday not even 24 hours ago, and Turing left onto a street my radio starts going out while driving with air on. I suddenly smelled smoke and seen the inside of my car smoky. I let down my windows and pulled over, my screen displaying my radios stations and time was blank. My air cut off on its own and my radio stopped working. I was scared to drive home. I will be calling in the morning to return my car hoping to find a solution, this is unacceptable. I literally didn't have it for a full 24hrs yet.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Asya,

    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I am truly sorry to hear that you experienced mechanical issues shortly after purchase.

    Please know that each of our vehicles undergo an initial inspection in order to ensure that our quality standards are met. However, there are sometimes instances in which vehicle issues may appear after the time of sale. It is for this reason that we include an initial 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, in addition to the extended Vehicle Service Contract that we offer through SilverRock as an optional product at the time of sale.

    Additionally, if our customers find that they are dissatisfied with their purchase in any way, they may utilize our Vehicle Return Program (VRP). This program allows our customers to return their vehicle within 5 business days of signing their contract, in addition to being within 300 miles, while excluding Sundays and holidays.

    That said, I want to thank you for being a valued DriveTime Customer. If you have any additional questions or concerns, please contact our Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0148.

    Sincerely,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Staff

    Reviewed July 26, 2020

    Drivetime and Jose have been awesome. I will definitely be going back! Jose was kind, helpful, and explained the whole process. He was a patient salesman and he was not pushy at all! I will recommend family and friends to go there.

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    Punctuality & SpeedStaffHonesty & Transparency

    Reviewed July 26, 2020

    Emmanuel was fantastic! Super helpful, very polite, upfront and honest, and as quick as possible. Wonderful experience! I even had my three kids with me and he was engaging with them, answering their questions, and even let my oldest help put the tag on.

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    Staff

    Reviewed July 25, 2020

    I came in for a trade in and to buy a BMW X1 at the Round Rock dealership and Mr. ** was very helpful and very professional! Definitely has executive potential! Definitely a star in the making! He was very kind and and very patient and very thorough!

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    CoverageStaff

    Reviewed July 25, 2020

    Greg helped me so much by finding the perfect car. He made it so seamless and I was able to go in and out within 1 hour. We made sure everything was covered. Especially with covid this was a great experience. Glendale location.

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    StaffSales Tactics

    Reviewed July 24, 2020

    2018 Jeep Compass Purchase. My Buying Experience was OUTSTANDING!! My consultant - David ** - was about as engaging, personable and knowledgeable as could be; He walked me thru the process, explaining how everything worked. Once he had my financial information he laid it all out; Not threatening, absolute NO HIGH PRESSURE At All. Best Car Buying experience EVER!! Thank you so much DRIVETIME. Regards Larry **.

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    Sales & MarketingStaff

    Reviewed July 23, 2020

    Our salesman was ** and he was excellent. All of his service that he gave us he was courteous and helpful. We enjoyed working with him. He went over every detail that we needed to know to purchase our vehicle. It was painless and we were very happy with his service. You are very lucky to have ** as a salesperson. We got our car at 6431 North Tryon Street in Charlotte. Thank you.

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    Punctuality & SpeedMaintenanceTimeliness

    Reviewed July 23, 2020

    I just purchased a 2018 Buick Encore on 7/21/2020 at DriveTime in Lewisville, when test driving it, the engine light wasn't on. The paperwork stated everything was good with the vehicle. On my way to work the next day 7/22/2020 the check engine light popped on. I work overnight so that's why I am finding out so late. The car was parked after getting it from the lot. I just need this to be fixed!

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Michele,

    Thank you for writing your review. I am sorry to hear of the mechanical concerns that you experienced so soon after leaving our dealership.

    Here at DriveTime, all of our vehicles are previously owned, and we are unable to determine if or when mechanical concerns might occur. All vehicles go through an inspection at one of our centers to be evaluated and tested to make sure they meet all national highway requirements. We also furnish a Limited Warranty that covers the first 30 days of the sale, or up to 1,500 miles driven, whichever takes place first. An optional Vehicle Service Contract is also available to our customers to purchase, which offers additional assistance on specific components of the vehicle.

    It's also important to know every vehicle we sell comes with a 5-day/300-mile Vehicle Return Program (VRP). This program allows you time to fully inspect and get familiar with your purchase. It also gives you the ability to bring back your purchase for any reason within the first 5 business days, or 300 miles driven. The guidelines for the VRP is outlined on page one of your Retail Purchase Agreement.

    Again, we truly apologize for the mechanical concerns you have experienced. We appreciate all feedback and will be using this to improve our inspections at our locations. Should you wish to discuss your review in further detail, please contact my department at (800) 965-8043, and an agent would be glad to assist.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed July 22, 2020

    Cody P. at the Glendale location was awesome! Five stars!!! He made the process so easy. He was super knowledgeable and courteous. He was also super organized and efficient. Even though we came in later in the day he had us in and out with our new car in no time.

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    Reviewed July 22, 2020

    I had been car shopping all week with multiple other places with no luck whatsoever and rude service due to my credit. I needed a new car ASAP for work and Terrance helped me find not only what I needed but also something I would enjoy. He literally took the extra time to look at all of the options I had and provided them to me. I am so happy with my new car and thankful for his help and the experience of his kind service. I will always recommend Drivetime.

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    Reviewed July 19, 2020

    Fair to say that I was shopping around for cars, but after I spoke to car sales agent, Gregory, I was very impressed. He was very informative, smart, organized & showed me a car that was just what I wanted. I hope that now I have purchased this car that this high quality of CS continues at Drivetime.

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    Reviewed July 19, 2020

    I found a car that I liked online at the Torrance dealership and tried to purchase it at the Montclair dealership but due to Covid-19 I wasn't able to. I called the Torrance location and spoke to Charles about the car, he was extremely helpful and we were able to do everything by phone so when I came to the dealership it was an easy process.

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    Reviewed July 16, 2020

    What a horrible experience. I picked out a specific car and thought they were holding it for 2 days. Went to buy it and they had sold it 2 days ago. Then they are going to call me the day after?? And when I sent them a text, Quiten said, "Oh sorry for the inconvenience??" Really!!! What kind of customer service is that?? Horrible employees.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Leisha,

    Thank you for writing your review. I am sorry to hear that your vehicle of interest wasn’t available upon your arrival, even after you scheduled an appointment. We strive to provide the most accurate information during your interaction with DriveTime and we truly apologize for any misunderstanding in regards to our process of reserving a specific vehicle.

    DriveTime offers a layaway program that allows customers the option to secure their desired vehicle and lock in their sticker price. To take advantage of our layaway option, our customers must visit the dealership, agree to contract terms, as well as pay a portion of the required down payment.

    We value your feedback and once again, I am sorry for any frustration that this has caused. Should you wish to discuss your review in further detail, please contact my department at (800) 965-8043, and an agent would be glad to assist.

    Respectfully,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed July 15, 2020

    I honestly didn't expect to leave with a car but sales representative Tania ** helped ease my worries and was excellent in helping me in picking out a car that was within my affordability. She is awesome. Everyone there was very nice and I appreciate the kindness they showed me.

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    Reviewed July 13, 2020

    Matt was very professional and friendly and made our car buying experience smooth and comfortable. We are pleased with the vehicle that we purchased so far and it was the car that we had our sights set on so I'm happy we got the car that we wanted and I will definitely recommend a friend if I have one looking to purchase a vehicle.

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    Reviewed July 13, 2020

    I love the car we picked so far. If anything changes, I’ll review that as well. Aside from that! Andrew was a great guy! I thought the other reviews were just boasting, just because. I was wrong. He’s really a great person. Lets you know what’s what and why. Hey Andrew, I appreciate you taking your time with me.... Thank you..

    Victoria D.

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    Reviewed July 12, 2020

    Due to new restrictions of COVID-19, it took a lot longer for me to be seen. My appointment was at 1:30, but I wasn't seen until about 4. But, Marcus and Ryan were the only 2 working and both made sales; which causes lots of paperwork. They made sure to keep communicating with me while I waited. They made me feel comfortable. I was eventually helped by Ryan (at which time he should have been clocking out). He never rushed me through the process. He made sure that I understood everything. I appreciate his effort and I'm truly happy with my purchase at this time. I'd like to thank both guys for their excellent customer service.

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    Reviewed July 12, 2020

    Very happy with my experience with the overall help that was given by the staff at DriveTime. I was made to feel very important and that my feelings mattered. One disappointing point, I didn’t get any floor mats for my vehicle. This experience was So much better than my first experience with DriveTime back in 2010 or 2011. They were Outstanding and I am definitely recommending them to my family and friends!!

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    Reviewed July 11, 2020

    Although I was skeptical I went along with my husband’s plan to go here and apply for a new car. From the moment we walked in everyone was extremely nice and helpful throughout the entire process. It was quite easy to find the car for me and this was the quickest trip I’ve had to a car lot EVER. There wasn’t hours of paperwork to do and they even got me signed up with full coverage insurance with Geico before pulling off the lot. I wish every customer service experience in my life felt this good and this easy.

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    Reviewed July 11, 2020

    Customer service was very professional and really appreciate the hospitality I received from her - very warm and pleasant. Also the social distance was very professional and I appreciated that. Thank you for serving me and caring for my needs. Looking for to enjoying my lovely Vehicle.

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    Reviewed July 11, 2020

    Zach was really helpful! Worked really well with us and made sure we got a good deal and really cared about our needs were and made sure we did not leave until we were satisfied. Would recommend going here again in the future.

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    Reviewed July 10, 2020

    Jessica was fantastic and it was quite possibly the easiest transaction I've ever been through. What absolutely recommend DriveTime and specifically Jessica for future business. Transaction was smooth and simple. Financing was a piece of cake as well and income verification was just as easy.

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    Reviewed July 10, 2020

    Oscar made my car buying experience stress free and smooth. The manager Tasha was very helpful as well. I went in with no hope of financing a vehicle with the state of my credit and I now have a safe and reliable vehicle thanks to Drive Time.

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    Reviewed July 10, 2020

    I was able to complete the majority of the process over the phone with Matthew **. Matthew took me through the process and got me into a vehicle that I could qualify for. I do think that the website is somewhat misleading. The down payment estimator has no basis in reality. I recommend a policy of honesty. That was my first contact with Drivetime and there were no vehicles on the lot that existed within a thousand dollars of the down payment quoted on the website. So my first experience with your company (via the website) was distasteful. It got better. Also the warning that was given informing me that I am responsible for my comments is is redundant and insulting. It leads me to believe that some people are so unhappy with you that they leave reviews which you consider actionable.

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    Reviewed July 10, 2020

    It was a little frustrating trying to get to see the vehicle and discuss a purchase due to a Covid issue in the office, but the corporate response was absolutely on the mark. We drove one vehicle for a few days and when we were able to get to it, the service from Drivetime was excellent. I would highly recommend anyone seeking a vehicle to come here.

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    Reviewed July 9, 2020

    Ashlie ** was amazing, patient and very helpful and friendly. I will definitely recommend Drive Time to my friends and family. If I someone ever ask me where I got my car I will proudly tell them DriveTime. Thank you so much.

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    Reviewed July 9, 2020

    I went to the Drive Time dealership not expecting anything and I've had some bad experiences with dealerships before but Drive time has given me hope that there are still good people out here. Thank you Drive time!!! I would recommend this dealership to anyone needing a car.

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    Reviewed July 8, 2020

    Everything was a great experience. Agent was very helpful and knowledgeable of car details. Test drive went smooth. Entire car buying process was easy and informative. I really like the car I purchased, it’s driving and functioning with no problems. Would definitely recommend to others.

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    Reviewed July 7, 2020

    Great service. Friendly staff. Excellent options in vehicles. John was super helpful and didn’t mind me taking my time picking out the right car. They were super informative. And show you a lot of information on the vehicle. The process was quick and easy. I didn’t feel pressured or annoyed like most car buying trips.

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    Reviewed July 4, 2020

    I checked into car dealership yesterday to test drive a car. Maurice on Bell Road had the car ready, he was professional, courteous, friendly and provided excellent customer service. This is my 3rd car I have bought with DriveTime and I do recommend you to my friends and family. Thank you!

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    Reviewed July 1, 2020

    3rd car bought from DriveTime in Bradenton, FL. John was my salesman for all three cars. He is fabulous and the only person I trust when it comes to car buying. He’s honest, he cares and he treats me like family. I have been happy with all of my cars I purchased from DriveTime. Car buying is easy. No gimmicks. I’ve had nothing but a positive experience.

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    Reviewed June 30, 2020

    I had an amazing experience with DriveTime off of Southwest Fwy in Houston, Tx. I had the pleasure of working directly with Oscar ** whom made my first time buying experience exceptionally smooth. I enjoyed the environment most of all because everyone I encountered had great energy and wished me the best of luck. It meant a lot to know that they genuinely cared about my experience and it showed. I highly recommend purchasing any vehicle from THIS SPECIFIC LOCATION, make sure to speak with the manager Staci, she kept in touch and didn't pressure me at any point during the process. The best adulting decision, hands down.

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    Reviewed June 30, 2020

    First I’d like to say this is my second car purchased from DriveTime. The customer service is excellent. The buying process was so simple, quick and straightforward. Our salesman Trevor was awesome! We love our new car and the first car we purchased is still as great as it was the first day we brought it home. Great experience and I would recommend DriveTime to anyone looking for a car!

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    Reviewed June 29, 2020

    The sales rep I was working with Amber ** did not explain anything, was singing most of the time and the communication was terrible. After I go the car the battery dies the first day!! I had to buy a new battery. Are these cars checked before giving them to customers? Car was dirty, had to take it to be cleaned, and gas tank was near empty. I thought another sales rep said they give you the car at 1/2 tank...Again no communication or lack of communication. I would not recommend Drivetime to anyone. It's a good concept but maybe I went to the wrong location.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Beatrice,

    Thank you for sharing with us your review. I am sorry to hear of your dissatisfaction in regards to the presentation of your vehicle upon purchase, as well as the lack of communication from the Capital Blvd location.

    Please know we strive to provide a quick, stream-lined car buying process for all our valued customers. However, we certainly do not want any of our customers to feel rushed, unaware, or undervalued. Our primary intention is to ensure all of our customers leave the dealership feeling respected, informed, and confident in their purchase. We are sorry if this did not reflect during your interactions with our dealership, as this is not indicative of the high-quality customer service and standards we aim to provide. DriveTime welcomes any opportunity to address situations where our service level or communication is not maintained at or above our business standards.

    In regards to the condition of our vehicles, we strive to have every customer’s vehicle in a respectable condition when presented to them at our locations. Ordinarily, all of our vehicles are detailed before sale to meet DriveTimes guidelines. However, if the vehicle was dirty when it was presented to you upon arrival, we would be glad to look into this matter further for any necessary coaching opportunities.

    Since all of our vehicles are pre-owned and we are unable to determine if or when mechanical malfunctions might arise, all vehicles must go through an inspection to ensure that our quality standards are met. It is for this reason that we include an initial 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, in addition to the extended Vehicle Service Contract that we offer through SilverRock as an optional product at the time of sale.

    Additionally, if our customers find that they are dissatisfied with their purchase in any way, they may utilize our Vehicle Return Program (VRP). This program allows our customers to return their vehicle within 5 business days of signing their contract, in addition to being within 300 miles, while excluding Sundays and holidays.

    I am sorry to hear of your displeasure regarding your overall experience. We truly value your feedback and will be using this to improve our evaluations at our inspection centers and to apply coaching or training opportunities where needed. Please contact my department at (800) 965-8043 should you wish to discuss your review in further detail.

    Kindly,

    DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed June 26, 2020

    They sold me a $16,000 lemon that’s worth $4000. They have not baby any help at all since. I had to drop $400 in the first 30 days. Now a year later I have replaced 2 mass air flow sensors, one catalytic converter and will have to replace the second one and Saturday the transmission went out a second time in less than 3 months. I am now getting evicted because it was either fix it and pay my car payment or pay my rent. My finance company told me again to contact DriveTime. I did. Still they were not helpful and even sounded irritated just to deal with me. I have spent the last year struggling because drivetime sold me a overpriced lemon and disappeared.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Amy,

    Thank you for reaching out to us, and I am sorry to hear of the mechanical concerns that you have experienced over time, in addition to the concerns with the transmission that you are currently encountering.

    Please know that all vehicles sold from DriveTime are pre-owned and inspected prior to being placed on our sales lots. Since we are unable to predict if or when mechanical malfunctions might arise, every pre-owned vehicle comes with a 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty at no additional cost, along with an optional Vehicle Service Contract that offers assistance in most situations thereafter. If you purchased the VSC, we would highly encourage you to get in contact with SilverRock to file a claim at (877) 584-3848.

    It is important to know that at times repairs will be needed on the vehicle that will be considered a non-covered component and would then be considered the customers’ cost of ownership.

    Again, I can certainly understand your frustration in regards to your most recent repairs needed on your pre-owned vehicle. We appreciate all feedback and will be using this for coaching opportunities at our inspection centers. Should you wish to discuss your review further, you may call (800) 965-8043 and speak directly to one of our Customer Relations representatives who would be happy to assist.

    Respectfully,

    Gilbert-Customer Relations

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    Reviewed June 25, 2020

    I want to thank my salesman Luis **, he made this purchase very easy and explained everything I needed clarity on. The way they make sure you understand what kind of purchase you are making is impeccable. Thanks DriveTime.

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    Reviewed June 25, 2020

    George the salesperson was really awesome, answered all my questions and took care of me in a timely professional manner. Very pleased with my experience. I’d recommend all my friends and family to Drive Time and the quality of cars are really nice.

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    Reviewed June 25, 2020

    At first I had doubts about getting a car but the staff at Drivetime were friendly and helpful. The next vehicle that I purchase is going to be from you guys. Thanks for all your help on Memorial Dr. You helped me with my current situation and I can finally say goodbye to Marta.

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    Reviewed June 24, 2020

    Drivetime - 2351 E Hwy 501 Conway, SC 29526. ** at this location was informative and very helpful throughout my experience with buying a vehicle. He left no questions unanswered. Very satisfied with how he conducted himself and represented Drivetime. The manager there was also very helpful and informative.

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    Reviewed June 23, 2020

    Our first experience with DriveTime, we purchased a 07 Camry. It was totaled recently in an accident (it was parked). We were so frustrated by the usual car run around - decided to go back to DriveTime. The experience was even better than the first! DriveTime made us feel like they valued our business and our time. The Savannah experience was a bit course, but the N. Tryon on guys were their usual selves! Friendly and ready to help. Thanks, N. Tryon and thank you, Sudan **!

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    Reviewed June 22, 2020

    The car should have been cleaned GOOD. It is questionable if the car was even cleaned for COVID-19. After purchasing the car the next three days me and my fiancee were very sick. The interior and seats were nasty and were cleanable. After we got the car. We had a friend clean the interior and seats. NOW, it looks like a NEW CAR.

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    Reviewed June 22, 2020

    The customer service that Evan had was amazing. I recommended one of my friends to DriveTime. I am very happy with the car that I got and very grateful with the price. Thank you guys so much. I will continue to recommend people.

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    Reviewed June 22, 2020

    I was in love with the vehicle at first but it broke down 30 days after my purchase and the warranty that I purchased is not worth it. It’s hard to get in touch. I was literally sold a Dream. It seemed like a decent place to purchase a vehicle.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Carolyn,

    Thank you for sharing with us your recent DriveTime experience, and I am sorry if you experienced mechanical concerns with your desired vehicle soon after purchase.

    Every vehicle sold is pre-owned and inspected in an effort to address any pre-existing mechanical concerns prior to being placed on our sale lots. Since our vehicles are pre-owned and we are unable to determine if or when automotive concerns might occur, every vehicle comes with a 30 day/1,500 mile Limited Warranty along with an optional Vehicle Service Contract to assist in most situations thereafter.

    Thank you again for sharing your feedback with us, and we apologize once more if this has negatively impacted your experience. Should you wish to further discuss your review, please do not hesitate to reach out to our corporate Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148, and a member of my team will be glad to speak with you.

    Thank you,

    Gilbert-DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed June 21, 2020

    I was very pleased at how painless it was to purchase a vehicle from Drive Time. The associates were helpful and kind. I will recommend Drive Time to anyone looking for a vehicle. We actually got a better deal with Drive Time.

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    Reviewed June 21, 2020

    I really appreciate Daniel ** and the Sales Manager that worked on my account. They really worked hard in finding a solution to my challenging situation. I was able to drive off the lot with a 2017 Hyundai Accent Hatchback for a affordable down payment and car payment. I really want to thank those guys because they could’ve gave up on my account and told me that they could not help me but they did not. They truly approached my situation with genuine concern!!!! Great Customer Service!!

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    Reviewed June 19, 2020

    2012 Black Chevy Traverse I bought from Brittany at DriveTime in Mobile Alabama. She is wonderful. She is very friendly. The building is very clean and in a good location. They work with you on what you have for a down payment and get in you what you can get with your down payment. DriveTime is awesome.

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    Reviewed June 19, 2020

    The waiting period while inside the dealership could've been more organized, and be more specific about the pricing of the chosen vehicles, but in the end, it turned out better for the price of the vehicle we've purchased, and the car my daughter & I purchased was a great choice. It drives great, good on gas and works great, picks up speed!

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Eastla,

    Thanks for sharing your feedback. We understand that everyone’s time is of importance, and I want to sincerely apologize if our dealership staff was unable to meet with you at the time that was originally scheduled for your visit.

    Please know we always make our best effort to ensure that customer appointment times are kept, and I cannot apologize enough if this was not reflected in your recent experience. I will forward your feedback to the appropriate parties to ensure a positive customer experience moving forward.

    Additionally, I truly apologize if clear expectations were not set during your visit on the pricing of the vehicles. We believe in transparency and show all the pricing details during our sales process. We offer real down payments online with the information provided to us at that time. We verify this information during our customer’s store visit with the required documentation we request. Our down payment options are subject to change based on the desired vehicle, current credit score, proof of income, as well as proof of residence.

    That said, I am happy to know that our sales representatives were able to turn this experience around for you and find a vehicle that fits your needs. If you have any additional questions or concerns that you would like to address with us directly, please feel free to contact our Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0148.

    Respectfully,

    Brandi- Customer Relations

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    Reviewed June 18, 2020

    Looking at cars can be nerve-wracking, trying to figure out if I have the credit score I need to get the car I want. I work hard and have steadily raised my income over the past 10 years, but I have had personal issues with a non-working spouse that eventually ended up with a divorce and financial issues. DriveTime made it easy to pick out the car I was interested in online, they let me test drive it without making me feel like I might not be worthy, and they offered reasonable purchasing terms clearly and plainly - no negotiations or wondering if someone else could have worked out a better deal. I got the down payment together, verified my income and drove away in the car I wanted relatively quickly and easily.

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    Reviewed June 17, 2020

    I went in yesterday and within an hour I was driving out with a new car! They were absolutely amazing and quick! I have zero complaints about my service or my car! They also already called to check on me and my car today!

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    Reviewed June 16, 2020

    Brandon ** and the rest of the staff were super friendly and helpful in assisting me to find the right vehicle. The price was my issue, but, in the end I came away with a nice car and a good amount of warranty. I got 38.4 miles per gallon on my way home that day as well overall, very happy with my service and will probably do business with them when in need of another vehicle.

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    Reviewed June 16, 2020

    Ernie helped my husband and I big time. He was very patient and knowledgeable and helped us to get our dream car at a price we could afford. We love our Nissan! We couldn’t have this wonderful moment without you. Thank you very much! If you are looking for a car I recommend going to DriveTime of Williamstown, NJ. Everyone working there was friendly. It was a good experience.

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    Reviewed June 15, 2020

    Everyone was courteous and performed their job as a professional. Everyone spoke clearly explain everything in a proper manner showed good customer service When there was a waiting. They checked on the customer. Because of the Cove advisors they kept their 6ft distance had sanitizer available all the customer sing pleased and do not have to wait long the place was clean the seating was distant because of the virus and all was well.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Gregory,

    Thank you for taking the opportunity to share your review. I’m glad to hear your experience was wonderful and our staff delivered the high- quality standards we strive to provide. However, your rating leads me to believe that there may have been some areas of dissatisfaction.

    I would like to look into your situation to see what assistance I may be able to offer, however with details left in your review, I am unable to determine your concerns.

    That said, we are truly thankful to have you as a valued customer. If you have any additional questions or concerns that you would like to address with us directly, please feel free to contact our Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0148.

    Best Regards,

    Brandi – DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed June 15, 2020

    Daniel was the sales agent that assisted us in the purchase of our car. He was very pleasant and professional. The process was fast and easy. We are very pleased with our business with Daniel, our experience, and our new car.

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    Reviewed June 14, 2020

    Car I purchase had to be return due to when I left about 20 minutes down the road engine light came on. So I had to return car and get a complete another car and didn’t get my discount for being a return customer like I was advise.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Lesia,

    Thank you for submitting a review. Please accept our deepest apologies for the mechanical concern you experienced shortly after purchase.

    Please know all our pre-owned vehicles are inspected prior to transporting them to our dealerships in an effort to prevent situations of mechanical concerns. While they do go through an initial inspection, occasionally mechanical malfunctions may occur post-sale. To ease the potential impact on our customers, each of our vehicles includes the initial 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty at no cost. We also offer an optional Vehicle Service Contract for additional peace of mind.

    We are glad you were able to benefit from the VRP that we offer for the first 5 days/300 miles from purchase. We offer this to allow our customers the opportunity to get comfortable with their purchase. Regarding any discount offered, we would strongly encourage you to contact your local dealership to look further into this for you.

    I apologize again for the inconvenience this may have caused. Please contact our Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148 if you would like to discuss your review further.

    Respectfully,

    Eva-DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed June 13, 2020

    Dylan was amazing. He made the process quick and easy. Not to mention the conversation was great, really relatable. He recommend the exact car I was coming for and what a coincidence that he had the same same. Truly amazing.

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    Reviewed June 13, 2020

    On June 12 I came to DriveTime in San Antonio from Lafayette Louisiana to get a car. I had a horrible experience. First the air in the car didn’t work. They couldn’t find out why. My husband had told them what was wrong with the car because he works on cars for a living. And they tell him that he couldn’t plug his scan tool up to check the car out. But they wanted us to pay $15000 for a car that he couldn’t check out. They have some places that let you take the car to a person to look at it before you make a purchase and I would be damn if I would lose out on $15000. That’s a lot of money. And it was my husband birthday gift so I was very disappointed and wouldn’t advise nobody to get a car from them unless you want a lemon. I rate them a negative 0.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Jolyn,

    Thank you for reaching out to us. I am sorry to hear of your disappointment regarding your recent sales experience at our San Antonio location.

    Please know that every pre-owned vehicle is inspected at one of our facilities, to detect any present mechanical concerns that need to be addressed prior to being transported to our sales lots. We want you to feel confident in your purchase, should there be an unexpected malfunction arise after-sale, every vehicle sold comes with a 30 day/1,000-mile Limited Warranty, along with an optional Vehicle Service Contract, which provides assistance in most situations thereafter.

    I am sorry to hear that your mechanic was not able to inspect your vehicle of choice during your visit. Another benefit that we offer to our customers is our Vehicle Return Program (VRP). This allows our customers to get comfortable with their vehicle, in addition to allowing them to take their purchase to their mechanic and have it fully inspected. If for any reason you are having second thoughts and want to return the vehicle, you are welcome to do so within the first five days of purchase and under 300 miles driven.

    I am sorry that you were not able to surprise your husband with such a wonderful birthday gift. We value your feedback and will be using this where coaching and training opportunities are needed. Should you wish to discuss your review in further detail, you may also contact my department at (800) 965-8043, and an agent would be glad to further assist.

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    Jodi-DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed June 13, 2020

    I purchased a 2018 Hyundai Elantra from the DriveTime location on Sahara. My salesman was awesome. Super patient, helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. The car I purchased is exactly what I was looking for and the payments are perfect for my budget. I highly recommend purchasing a vehicle from Drivetime. It was fast and fair with a great salesman helping me out through the entire process. Thanks for a great experience. I will be back.

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    Reviewed June 11, 2020

    Cars are over priced for the most part. Damage to cars that aren't in the description and dirty cars. High interest rates but fair approvals. I would recommend if you have bad credit only. I got a nice car but gotta fix damages that weren't listed in the description of car.

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    Reviewed June 11, 2020

    I searched for weeks and struggled with the whole process of trying to buy a new car. Drive Time made the experience painless and quick. I highly recommend them to anyone looking. Especially if your credit is a bit bumpy. So in love with my new car!

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    Reviewed June 11, 2020

    Sean and Andrew were nice and not pushy. I told Sean how much I had to put down and when I was approved he came out with several keys to cars and SUVs and told me which ones they went to and I chose the Jeep Patriot. I definitely recommend DriveTime in Beechmont. Thank you Sean and Andrew for a great experience. Keep up the good work.

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    Reviewed June 6, 2020

    Well I just be brief with my statement, it started off a little crazy because I didn't have my identification or my card, but I did go retrieve it, came back. The rest was nothing but great Vibe, salesman Joseph ** gave me the best deal in option on the choice I made. He was very friendly, knowledgeable, great customer service. I will recommend anybody else to come to him or DriveTime itself.

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    Reviewed June 5, 2020

    Love DriveTime. Will do it again if I had to and will refer people indeed. Staff very helpful and patient to every client. Was satisfied with purchase and very much time for visits again. Will not be disappointed with my decision to buy car of any kind with DriveTime. Love you guys and I’m very grateful for them indeed.

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    Reviewed June 4, 2020

    Very easy to get a car. No pressure whatsoever. Let you go at your own pace and make your own choices. Great sales people! Great selection of cars to choose from. Very clean office space. Everyone inside following CDC recommendations.

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    Reviewed June 3, 2020

    When I filled out an approval application online they told me zero dollar downpayment but when I got there I had to come up with a downpayment. The car I bought ended up being a $300 downpayment. The car I wanted originally was only $1000 more and you wanted a $5000 downpayment. That is ridiculous. When you’re preapproved for a certain downpayment you should honor that downpayment. It also took three hours to get out of the dealership. You need to speed up the process. People don’t have all the Time in the world. They have lives.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Connie,

    Thank you for providing your review. I apologize for any misunderstanding regarding the down payment that was provided to you while going through our approval process online, as well as the additional time spent at our dealership while getting you into your desired vehicle.

    The down payment approvals that we offer online are real approvals based on the information that our customer provides. Upon arrival, our sales staff will obtain your proof of residency and proof of income. In addition, your most current credit score will be obtained so we may get you into a vehicle that best fits your financial and personal needs. Please know that we also welcome outside financing should you not be satisfied with the approvals that are offered by Bridgecrest, our financing partner.

    We understand that everyone’s time is of importance, and I am sorry that the completion of your sale took a little bit longer than expected. We want our customers to feel confident in their purchase, which is why we take the time to make sure all of their questions are answered before leaving the dealership.

    We appreciate your feedback and will be using this where training or coaching opportunities are needed. Should you wish to discuss your review in further detail, please contact my department at (800) 965-8043, and an agent would be glad to assist.

    Respectfully,

    Jodi-DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed June 2, 2020

    I purchased a truck and was unhappy with it. I had it for a couple of days. I drove it maybe a thousand miles and then I called Jason in Jacksonville where I bought it. I explained to him how I felt and he found another truck with an extremely limited inventory that I was interested in. I went to East Orlando from St Petersburg and looked at the truck. It got underneath it and it was an absolutely great shape for a 2013. It's a fancy or truck that I needed for a work truck but it was about seven or eight thousand dollars less than all the other dealers that I have been to. I am now driving it and I'm loving it. This is my second purchase from DriveTime and I try to recommend everybody I know or that asks me to go to DriveTime. The bigger the down payment lower the interest rate. My first truck I got zero down. Thank you drive time.

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    Reviewed May 31, 2020

    Great experience at Gladstone! Jessica, Yacento, and Connor were friendly, respectful, kind, and FAST!!! In total we spent less than 3 hours from the first minute we walked in the door thru driving off in our new car. We will definitely be back in the future!

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    Reviewed May 31, 2020

    I purchased a vehicle from Drive Time. It was the best experience ever. No hassle. I knew before I walked in the door what car I wanted, the price, down payment and financing approval all done online. The service was friendly and quick. Thank You!!!

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    Reviewed May 31, 2020

    I had an easy purchase, just didn't like that I was told extended warranty was optional and it wasn't. Also the website gave me a down payment and when I came in the amount was more. I felt that was deceiving.

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    Reviewed May 28, 2020

    Very friendly salesperson, and decent prices. Everyone who I talked to was very friendly, just wish the payments were monthly instead of by weekly. But it is what it is. The car is very nice and runs great. Maybe looking to get another one for my wife.

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    Reviewed May 27, 2020

    I've been shopping for a car for a couple of weeks. Everywhere I went, I got the run-around. The process here was so easy and stress-free. I was pre-approved in minutes. All I really had to do is come in and figure out which car I wanted and sign the paperwork. All of the other car lots could benefit from following suit. Thank you guys!

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    Reviewed May 26, 2020

    Car buying was good, but the car I have purchased is a nightmare. Bought the vehicle in 2019. I purchased a 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander and here’s the of problems: they couldn’t connect my Bluetooth so I cannot use my phone. Transmission had to be replaced and NOW the A/C is messed up. I thought I was buying a reliable vehicle. I am a single mom and have to worry about my travels. Very unhappy with the vehicle.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Veronica,

    Thank you for reaching out to us. I am glad to hear that your buying experience went smooth, however, I am sorry to hear of your dissatisfaction regarding the mechanical concerns that you have endured since purchase.

    We understand the importance of having a dependable vehicle, which is why every vehicle goes through an initial inspection at one of our centers to locate any malfunctions that need to be addressed prior to sale. We also provide to every customer a 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, along with an optional Vehicle Service Contract to assist in most situations after that. DriveTime furnishes these coverages since we are unable to determine if or when vehicle issues may occur. It is important to know that some pre-owned vehicles may show more wear than others, depending on their usage from before and after the time of sale. If repairs happen to be non-covered, they would be considered the cost of ownership.

    We take pride in our products, and I am sorry to hear that you have lost faith in our company. We value your feedback and will be using this to help improve our evaluations at our facilities and to apply coaching or training opportunities where needed. Should you wish to discuss your review in further detail, please contact my department at (800) 965-8043, and a representative will be glad to assist.

    Respectfully,

    Jodi-DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed May 25, 2020

    The service and purchase was so easy and helpful. They didn't let me take the car I chose home right away. They inspected it and made me wait till it was a pretty much perfect car. I like that. Thanks.

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    Reviewed May 24, 2020

    The car salesman was great. He went out of his way to help us and he demonstrated excellent customer service. I think his name was John. I'm not sure. I can't recall at the moment. I would definitely purchase another vehicle from DriveTime in the future.

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    Reviewed May 23, 2020

    I just started to build my credit so i knew it needed work. 3 other car dealerships turned me down & a friend recommended Drivetime. From start to finish it was a great experience. EXCELLENT service. I would recommend drivetime to anyone. They are simply awesome.

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    Reviewed May 22, 2020

    I was approved and wanted a car from the Las Vegas Sahara dealership. Drove 4 hours and was told they cannot sell to me. I drove another 3 1/2 hours to riverside where I got a car. Not friendly people.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Stacy,

    Thank you for reaching out to us. I am terribly sorry to hear that our Sahara location was not able to get you into your desired vehicle, however, I am pleased that our sales team at our Riverside location was able to.

    We truly apologize for you having to make an unexpected trip and travel the distance you did, only for you not being able to get your vehicle of choice at your original destination. Please know that all of our dealerships do their best to accommodate every customer, however, certain restrictions and criteria can play a factor when it comes to purchasing from another state.

    Should you wish to discuss your review in further detail or have any further questions regarding your experience, please contact my department at (800) 965-8043 and an agent would be glad to assist.

    Respectfully,

    Jodi-DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed May 22, 2020

    I was treated with the upmost respect, and I had great service in a decent time frame. I arrived at the Greensboro location at Drive Time. I was happy with my service and grateful for my salesman Josh. Josh is a great salesman and his team was also great, and I was thankful.

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    Reviewed May 21, 2020

    It was fast and easy. Asked for a repair and it was taken care of in a timely manner. I liked the facts of not having to spend hours in a dealership. Also great customer service. Smooth transaction.

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    Reviewed May 21, 2020

    From entering the door to leaving I was smiling! My experience at drive time was amazing. Erika went above and beyond to explain everything and ensure I had peace of mind especially when I left out the door. It felt as if I made the right choice! Definitely will recommend drive time to everyone I meet that will need a vehicle!

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    Reviewed May 21, 2020

    This is the second time I've been to Drive Time. Once with a family member and recently to purchase my own vehicle. I have also referred 2 other people who have left very happy. The staff is very professional, they don't have you there all day and always recommend good options that might work for you. I would recommend more people.

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    PriceStaffRates

    Reviewed May 20, 2020

    Toyota Corolla. Very helpful staff. Everything was nice and straight to the point. Had a good bit of cars on the lot that were nice. The prices were good considering all that comes with the car. The place itself was clean and put together.

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    Reviewed May 19, 2020

    They helped me get in and out pretty quickly. They even helped me entertain my son while doing the paperwork. My best experience buying a car!! They made sure that the car I was interested in had everything I was looking for. Thank you!!

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    Reviewed May 19, 2020

    My experience with DriveTime during the CoVid-19 Pandemic was excellent! Social distancing was maintained. Paperwork was well explained and quickly executed. Jamie, the sales representative, took time to explain and clarify any questions that I had. I would highly recommend DriveTime on McKnight Road in Pittsburgh, PA to a friend in family member. Thank you. :)

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    Reviewed May 19, 2020

    At this time I like to say thank you. I had a very good visit at Drive Time. Got the vehicle I wanted Nissan Pathfinder. The DriveTime personnel that assisted me was awesome. Salesperson the brother spoke very clearly, very plainly, super polite. If he still works there I'll keep doing business Johnny. Get my daughter to come there now. I thank y'all 100%. Keep on working with your customers and we'll keep coming in. God bless you all. God keep you. Again thank you.

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    Reviewed May 18, 2020

    Yaz was excellent with explaining in details of all of the paperwork and very patient with me and my fiance with providing the information he needed to submit to complete the process. The car is fantastic we are very pleased with the car.

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    Reviewed May 18, 2020

    Very easy and pleasant buying experience.. I am working on rebuilding my credit.. Thank you for providing financing and a great vehicle. Very friendly and helpful staff. Would buy from you again, and would recommend to others.. Again thank you.. Love my new Ram 1500 pickup truck.

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    Reviewed May 18, 2020

    This place help me out so much I recommended everyone I know to give them a try. I love my new car. The staff was very friendly to me and I didn’t stay in the dealership all day like most places just to be told "You need a cosigner" or "We can’t help you."

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    Reviewed May 18, 2020

    My car was purchased on Friday May 15th. I drove it 50 miles and it wouldn’t run after that. I called the manager and told him I needed to work all weekend and couldn’t have a car that wouldn’t run. He told me to get a jump and get there by 6pm before they close and he could order me a new battery. I told him I’d rather get the Focus and asked if someone could tow the car and help me into another car. My company CEO was going to be in town this week. They closed and I went all weekend with no car. We had a rain storm and my trunk was flooded so I really just want to return. The car. I should have went with my gut when manager said my rim wasn’t fixeable because its cosmetic pic attached.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello June,

    Thank you for providing your review, and I truly am sorry to hear of the mechanical concerns that you experienced so soon after leaving our dealership. We truly apologize if this unexpected situation caused you to miss any important functions that you needed to attend.

    Please know that every one of our pre-owned vehicles goes through an initial inspection to make sure that our quality standards are met. However, there are some instances in which mechanical concerns may appear after the sale. For this reason, we provide a Limited Warranty that offers coverage within the first 30-days of sale or 1,500-miles driven, whichever comes first. A Vehicle Service Contract is also offered through SilverRock as an optional product at the time of sale, to assist in most situations after that.

    We want our customers to feel confident and reassured with their vehicles, which is why every vehicle comes with a Vehicle Return Program (VRP). This allows our customers the capability to fully inspect the vehicle and get comfortable with their purchase. It also gives our customers the ability to return the vehicle for any reason within the first 5 business calendar days, or 300 miles driven. The guidelines for this program are outlined on page one of your Retail Purchase Agreement.

    With that being said, we understand the importance of reliable transportation, and I am sorry if this has resulted in you losing faith in our company. We value all feedback and will be using this to help the inspections that are performed at our centers and apply training or coaching opportunities where needed. Should you wish to discuss your review in further detail, please contact my department at (800) 965-8043 and an agent would be glad to further assist.

    Respectfully,

    Jodi-DriveTime Customer Relation

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    Reviewed May 17, 2020

    Thank you Yaz. You are a fantastic, very patient, great customer service. Thank you DriveTime stay safe. Please give Yaz a raise you have a great worker in Lombard, Illinois???. I like how you did the six feet distance, thank you for that. My most favorite is the online application. How quick it works, and you don't sit long for someone to approve your application. And I like how the salesmans wipe down everything after a customer leaves, just being safe. I enjoyed myself and another thing I like is how drivetime give you options as a customer to choose your vehicle, not what they want you to drive so thank you drivetime.

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    Reviewed May 16, 2020

    I purchased a 2013 Ford Escape that had 92,000 miles on it. When I purchased the vehicle I was really concerned about the high mileage, but was reassured by the sales person that the car was in tip top shape & shouldn't be in need of repairs anytime soon. I was even told that the tires & brakes on it were brand new. So, I had $1000 down & financed 17,000 because I have crap credit & ended up with over $5,000 in interest. 2 months after having the car I started hearing the brakes scrub. I took the car to my local mechanic at Tuffy. The brakes & rotors needed to be changed. I paid $450 for new brakes & rotors.

    While there the mechanic tells me I am going to need new tires, I say, "That don't sound right. The tires are brand new. I've had the car 2 months & I barely drive." He shows me the tires. They look new on the outside, but are showing wires on the inside wall, meaning that, there is something wrong with my alignment, or the "new" tires weren't actually new. My mechanic tells me that my alignment looks good.

    3 weeks later I pay $800 for 4 new tires. Then the battery dies. I pay $60 for a new battery, which was a pain in the butt to get to! Ya'll this is just the beginning... I have had this car for 18 months and it has been broke down more than it's driven. Thank God my husband knows his way around cars & motorcycles, otherwise we would have paid more in repairs than what we paid for the car. I have only put 8,000 miles on the car and here is the list of repairs we have made to this "tip top shape" "completely inspected" "totally reliable" "You have nothing to worry about." Vehicle.

    Brakes, 4 Tires, Battery, Radiator, Water Pump, All new Hoses, Timing Belt & adjustments, Alternator, Electrical problems, Problems with the fuel delivery system, and now that my husband has torn apart the damn engine because it still wasn't running well, we find that there are missing seals, gaskets, and O rings in the engine! Inspected my **! Someone did a half/ass job of putting the car back together to start with. You know... Fixed it just well enough to sell it! And I am not the first person to leave a review like this about Drive Time. Don't do it. Go somewhere else. And when you go somewhere else, take your own mechanic and demand to look underneath the vehicle.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Tonya,

    Thank you for reaching out to us. I am truly sorry to hear of the mechanical concerns that you have experienced since purchasing your vehicle as mentioned in your review.

    Please know that every vehicle is evaluated at our inspection centers so we can detect any mechanical malfunctions that need to be addressed prior to being placed on our lots for sale. We take pride in our products which is why we take every step possible to make sure our vehicles are safe and measure up to the national highway standards. Every customer that purchases a vehicle with DriveTime is provided a 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, along with an optional Vehicle Service Contract to assist in most situations thereafter. These coverages are provided since we are unable to determine if or when vehicle issues may occur. Please keep in mind that some pre-owned vehicles may show more wear than others depending on their usage both before and after the time of sale. If repairs happen to be non-covered they would be considered the cost of ownership. However, should the tires fall below the required measurements or show any indication that they need to be replaced, this will be done during the inspection at our centers.

    We want you to feel very confident with your purchase, which is why every vehicle we sell comes with a 5 business day/300-mile Vehicle Return Program (VRP). The VRP gives our customers the capability to take their vehicle to their own mechanic and provide them peace of mind should they have any concerns about repairs that might be needed. This also allows them to return the vehicle for any reason after purchase and terminate the Simple Interest Retail Installment Contract. The VRP guidelines are outlined on page one of your Retail Purchase Agreement.

    With that being said, I am sorry to hear of your displeasure regarding your experience. We truly appreciate your feedback and will be using this to enhance our inspections at our center and to apply coaching or training opportunities where needed. Should you wish to discuss your review in further detail, please contact my department at (800) 965-8043, and a representative would be glad to assist.

    Respectfully,

    Jodi-DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed May 16, 2020

    Reserve vehicle online, make appointment, test drive, get approved, e-contract, they complete the warranty and services, then you drive your new vehicle home. Devin got me set up and on the road with everything I need. They even set up my Sirius radio for me.

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    Reviewed May 15, 2020

    I enjoyed and appreciate my experience there at DriveTime. The process was quick and everyone was helpful. Walisha, my sales rep, answered any questions I had and made sure I understood her answer for the questions I had. She even helped me find insurance that was affordable for me! Thanks, DriveTime!

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    Reviewed May 15, 2020

    Was excellent! I was greeted and the customer service was great and very friendly. They assisted me even though I didn't have an appointment. Service was quick and I wasn't questioned about my past credit. I wasn't turned down but they guaranteed me that I was going to get a car! I'm so thankful and would recommend friends and family to purchase a vehicle from DriveTime.

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    Reviewed May 15, 2020

    Fast and easy purchase. I have previously been to Drive Time with a friend of mines when he was looking for a car. The customer service and help they provided him was amazingly outstanding. They even answer all my questions I had at the time even though I wasn't their customer at the time. Months later I came back to purchase myself a car and received the

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    Reviewed May 15, 2020

    I had a Great experience yesterday 5/13 while purchasing a new vehicle. All representatives at this location were pleasant and professional. Adlil was my rep and he did an Awesome job! I will definitely refer my friends to Drive Time.

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    Reviewed May 14, 2020

    We bought a car on Monday May 11th. Ryan at the Shadeland Ave location took very good care of us. He completed the paperwork quickly and efficiently. This is our 4th car from Drivetime. All of the staff at this location are the best. Kudos to all of you.

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    Reviewed May 13, 2020

    I bought a four cylinder vehicle. Feels like a bad transmission. No have had the vehicle less than a month. I would like a replacement vehicle, if that is at all possible. Please advise. Thanks for your help in this matter.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Thea,

    Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. I am truly sorry to hear if you are experiencing transmission concerns so soon after purchase.

    I want to assure you that we inspect all our vehicles prior to the sale in an effort to prevent situations of mechanical concerns. While they do go through an initial inspection to ensure that it meets our standards, there are some instances in which mechanical malfunctions may occur post-sale. We are unable to determine when components will fail. To ease the potential impact on our customers, each of our vehicles includes the initial 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty at no cost to our customers. We also offer an optional Vehicle Service Contract for additional peace of mind. If you are experiencing concerns with your vehicle, I would encourage you to get in contact with our warranty partner, SilverRock, to file a claim. They can be contacted at 877-584-3848.

    Should our customers be dissatisfied with their purchase for any reason, they are welcome to return the vehicle within the Vehicle Return Policy (VRP) and terminate the contract. The VRP we offer is for the first 5 days/300 miles from purchase.

    I apologize again for the mechanical concerns you are experiencing. Should you wish to discuss your review further, please feel to contact our Customer Relations department at (888) 290-0148, and a representative will have glad to assist.

    Sincerely,

    Eva-DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed May 10, 2020

    Let me say that John & the other salesman were very helpful. John stayed in contact with me & found me a car. I've had a car with Drivetime before & it was a great car & I hope this one will be also. I've only had it a day so we will see. I cant log in or set up my account with Bridgecrest or Goldstar. I was afraid I was going to run out of gas before I got to a station. The buying process was good but some details missing.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Joan,

    Thank you for taking the time to submit a review of your recent experience at our Bradenton location. We are very happy to hear that you have purchased a second vehicle with us and that our sales experts were helpful during your visit!

    DriveTime prides ourselves on providing excellent customer service from beginning to end, and we are sorry you left the dealership feeling otherwise in regards to the level of gas provided. Our company ensures that all vehicles have an adequate amount of fuel before leaving our sales lot to make sure our customers arrive at their desired destination.

    If you are still in need of assistance with setting up your Bridgecrest account, please reach out to them directly at 800-967-8526. Additionally, for Goldstar account assistance, please reach out to 855-295-3138, and a representative will be glad to assist.

    If there are any further concerns, please feel free to contact us at 800-965-8043.

    Have a great day and enjoy your new vehicle!

    Gilbert- DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed May 10, 2020

    It was definitely worth the wait.... It took a long time but I was satisfied at the end of the day. Didn’t to be picky of choice just wanted to ride maybe I could get something else later in the future from them with a better down payment.

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    Reviewed May 10, 2020

    They were great. Got me in a new car & on my way after being denied at a couple of other places. I would recommend DriveTime all the time! Thanks, Adib! I didn’t need a co-signer or a ridiculous amount of money for a down payment. I was finally able to drive away in a nearly new car for the first time in my life. My mother would be so proud of me today!

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    Reviewed May 10, 2020

    Everyone was so friendly and treated me so good. James made sure I understood everything and happy with my purchase. I am so thankful to everyone there. I have already recommended DriveTime to several people. Thanks again to everyone at the Fairfield location.

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    Reviewed May 10, 2020

    My first time ever buying a car and it was pleasant and easy. Very nice guys work at the Gladstone location I went to. Very much like my car. Happy happy happy. The online process was easy and a good experience as well.

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    Reviewed May 9, 2020

    The brakes are grinding. I was not asked to test drive the car only start it up. When I called to let my salesperson know they told me to contact SilverRock. SilverRock said I would have to pay for repairs.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Brenda,

    Thank you for providing your review. I am sorry to hear of your brake concerns that you encountered so soon after purchase, in addition to the lack of customer service you received from members within our company while trying to get this matter resolved.

    Please know that all vehicles sold from DriveTime are pre-owned and inspected prior to being placed on our sales lots. Since we are unable to predict if or when mechanical malfunctions might arise, every pre-owned vehicle comes with a 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty at no additional cost, along with an optional Vehicle Service Contract that offers assistance in most situations thereafter. In order for SilverRock to process a claim for a covered repair, the Repair Facility would have to provide the necessary information to confirm the failure. Once the failure has been confirmed, SilverRock will proceed with approval.

    Additionally, due to the unfortunate times, we are going through with COVID-19, a lot of our dealerships have discontinued test drives in the meantime to ensure safety for both our customers and our employees.

    Should you not be satisfied with your purchase for any reason, every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 5-day/300 mile Vehicle Return Program (VRP). The VRP gives our customers the ability to return the vehicle and terminate the Simple Interest Detail Installment Contract. The guidelines are outlined on page one of your Retail Purchase Agreement.

    Again, I can certainly understand your frustration in regards to your most recent repairs needed on your pre-owned vehicle. We appreciate all feedback and will be using this for coaching opportunities at our inspection centers. Should you wish to discuss your review further, you may call (800) 965-8043, and speak directly to one of our Customer Relations representatives who would be happy to assist.

    Respectfully,

    Brandi- DriveTime Customer Relations

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    Reviewed May 8, 2020

    Amazing customer service! Easiest experience I’ve had purchasing a car. Our car salesman was Zelda off of Judson Rd and she was amazing. She printed out a list of cars that were in my price range and affordable. Will be back in the future to purchase more cars!

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    Reviewed May 8, 2020

    Fraud and scam. Good day. My name is Tanya. I did the online application. I also called made an appointment asked questions. Took an Uber to the nearest location almost $30. When I get there the downpayment amount changed.

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    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Latanya,

    Thank you for sharing your feedback. I am truly sorry to hear if you felt misled regarding our online approvals and if clear expectations were not set during your interaction with our sales team.

    Please keep in mind that our online approvals are real approvals based on the information the customer enters. Once you visit one of our locations the dealership will verify the information submitted to ensure accuracy. The down payment options will vary based on different factors, such as the vehicle of choice. In addition, proof of income, proof of residence, and credit score also play a factor for our approvals. We also inform our customers that they are welcome to source outside financing as well.

    I apologize if this has negatively impacted your impression of DriveTime and for the inconvenience this caused. If you have any questions regarding our approval process please feel free to contact your local dealership.

    Respectfully,

    Eva- DriveTime Customer Relations

    Verified purchase
    Sales & Marketing

    Reviewed May 7, 2020

    The most important thing that it was missing is the Bluetooth set up. I specifically wanted a car with Bluetooth and the ad said that it was there. I assumed that it was not available because I had not signed up yet. Not the case it is not available in the car at all. Also there are no DVD players. I was the last customer there and really wanted to get out of there as I had already been there two hours. Michael the salesman was great.

    Thanks for your vote!
    DriveTime
    Response from DriveTime

    Hello Linda,

    Thank you for providing your review. I am glad to hear that Michael went above and beyond to get you into a vehicle perfectly suited for you. However, I apologize for any miscommunication regarding the additional features that were listed on your vehicle of interest that were not included with the vehicle itself.

    Please know that we strive to have all advertising materials accurately represent our inventory that we receive daily. On rare occasions, there may be a discrepancy between an online listing and the vehicle’s actual features. In addition, there are some cases in which the vehicle is capable of performing specific features, but does not come supplied with the components required for successful operation.

    We understand that everyone’s time is of importance and we do our best to get our customer’s in their desired vehicle as quick as possible. Please know that we want our customers to be happy with their purchase which is why the sale itself could take a little bit longer than expected. We want to make sure that all of your questions are answered and that your feel confident before leaving our dealership.

    With that being said, we value your feedback and will be using this for coaching and training opportunities. If you have any additional questions or concerns that you would like to address with us directly, please feel free to contact our Customer Relations department at (800) 965-8043, and a representative would be glad to assist.

    Respectfully,

    Jodi-DriveTime Customer Relations

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    DriveTime Company Information

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

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