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Reviewed April 3, 2018
Hello, my name is Connie **. My phone number is **, date of birth **. I have a very disturbing situation that I would like to discuss. I had a 2008 Dodge Ram that I purchased from DriveTime in Columbus, GA in 2015. 2 weeks ago I was hit by another driver head on and my truck was totaled. Of course insurance paid out and the gap coverage is taking over to clear the total debt. This leaves me with no vehicle. So, I went into the dealership in Columbus, GA last week on 3-23-18 and was told BY THE MANAGER that I WOULD BE ABLE TO GET INTO ANOTHER TRUCK WITH NO DOWNPAYMENT just as soon as the check was cut from the insurance company.
He said all I had to do was bring in a current check stub and they would put me into another truck equal to what I had with no downpayment. He said that's one of the many benefits of having gap coverage with DriveTime. So, I went back into the same location on Friday 3-30-18 and that Manager has now been moved to the Marietta, GA location or so I was informed. They told me they couldn't honor what he had told me and that I would have to pay $5,000 down to even come close to what I was driving and if I wanted something a little newer it would be $17,000 down. SO OF COURSE I WAS INFURIATED!!! I am still in shock. I had a truck that I was paying on and a 21 year old crossed over to my side of the road and hit me head on. My truck was totaled, but this was not my fault. DriveTime/Bridgecrest HAS NOT LOST ANYTHING on this.
They have made out very well on this situation. I'm the one who lost because I have ABSOLUTELY NO OTHER VEHICLE TO DRIVE. The rental I have at the moment is costing too much. So, I will not be able to keep it either. Maybe I could comprehend if I wrecked the truck myself, but I was innocently hit head on by another driver and my passenger had to have reconstructive surgery on her arm from this. So, now I feel like I'm being penalized because someone else totaled my truck. I could also understand if I had to put $500 to 800 down, but they are not willing to work with me at all. I have referred a lot of people to DriveTime, but be assured they all know how lousy I have now been treated and word does get around. THIS IS RIDICULOUS TO SAY THE LEAST. I just cannot believe how I have been treated over this.
ALL I asked was to be able to get into a truck of equal value to what I had for about $500 down, but was told NO WAY. What a rotten way to treat a customer who has been loyal. The worst is that the manager told me of course they would help me, but now all of the sudden the rules have changed. I can't believe DriveTime will keep any customers!!! What a heck of a year. My husband abandoned us, I have lost both of my parents within the last few months due to terminal illness, my adopted son was killed in an accident, and now my only form of transportation has been totaled. Wow and so good to know that DriveTime refuses to help. I intend to make sure that people in Columbus know all about it. What a way to do business!!!
Hello Connie,
Thank you for taking the time to write your review. I truly apologize for any misunderstanding and frustration that this has caused.
We are currently in the process of reaching a resolution pertaining to your experience. At this time I would strongly encourage you to reach out to your local DriveTime dealership to get this matter resolved.
In addition, you can also reach out to our Customer Relations department for further assistance. Again, I truly apologize for any inconvenience you encountered.
Thank You,
Jodi-Customer Relations
Updated review: April 3, 2018
Although I just gave a bad review of DT collection practices, I would like to say I have had some great experiences with Customer Relations reps. Last year my engine went out in my car and was in shop for over a month. The warranty company denied my claim to repair the car, saying it was my fault; however when I called CR they were able to negotiate with warranty company to get my car repaired. Also a week after getting car out of shop car needed spark plug repair; warranty company denied claim again because I was supposed to have spark plugs replaced after 100,000 miles, however I was given a used engine; DT CR advised warranty company to honor the claim. The reps I spoke with at that time were amazing.
Original Review: April 3, 2018
On 2/14/18 I called into DT customer service to make payment and to also take advantage of an email I had received that offered me deferment of payments since I had fell behind; the rep kept asking me what happened that caused me to fall behind; I asked her if that were important since I had received this email and that nothing was mentioned in this email where I needed to explain, however I did tell her that I had had medical issues; she went on to tell me that DT had once before offered me a deferment; I told her this was offered to me by the Customer Relations department due to mechanical issues I had had the year before and my car was in the shop for over a month and I had to rent a car for the same amount of time.
She then proceeds to ask me if she offered me the deferment if I could promise I would keep payments current and pay a little extra each month; I told I would not be able to make a promise like that as I was having a hard time making payments for what was already in my contract. She then proceeds to tell me she would offer me the deferment, however it may take a couple of days for me to get the paperwork; a week after speaking to her I never received any paperwork, howeverI did received call from another rep wanting know why I had not made payment for that period. I told him I had agreement with someone only a week earlier for deferment; he proceeds to tell me he did see where I had this agreement with rep and did not understand why paperwork was not sent; he assured me he would be able to work with me, however he placed me on hold to work on some numbers? Call disconnected at that point.
I am at the point where I would for sure surrender the car as I am not at a point where I can reconcile making an agreement with a company as large as DT and I am the only one that is expected to comply. I wonder if DT/Bridgecrest owner, Mr. Ernie Garcia knows the practices of his reps? Or if this is his expectation of them?
Hello Dee,
Thank you for taking the time to update you review. I want to apologize that you experience has left you feeling negatively about both us and our finance partner, Bridgecrest. Please know that all of our finance functions are handled solely by Bridgecrest. We encourage you to continue working with them directly to ensure your loan success. Should you have any further concern or any questions, feel free to contact my Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.
Thank You,
Kaitlyn - Customer Relations
Reviewed April 3, 2018
Great customer service and very friendly staff. Helped me immensely and answered all of my questions. Staff really took their time to listen to all of my needs and get me the best possible deal for what I was wanting in a vehicle. Couldn’t be more pleased.
Reviewed April 2, 2018
Reggie was very helpful throughout the entire process. He explained everything to us thoroughly and made the entire car buying experience very easy. I would highly recommend DriveTime and Reggie to any of my friends and family. Not to mention after we bought the car he personally hand wash the car himself. That is an extraordinary salesman. Thank you very much Reggie.
Reviewed April 2, 2018
Dodge Grand Caravan - Mr. ** demonstrated professional proficiency and courteous respect throughout the entire process of helping me select and purchase the vehicle mentioned. Brian went out of his way to answer every question with knowledgeable insight. His understanding regarding the legal and logistical procedure put me at ease.
Reviewed April 2, 2018
This is the second vehicle I purchased from DriveTime and I am very happy. They are always helpful, sincere and professional. They made sure that the vehicle I chose was perfect and that my monthly payment was in my range. I would definitely recommend to friends and family.
Reviewed April 2, 2018
I had been to other dealerships and sat for hours haggling and being pushed towards vehicles that I did not want. My experience with DriveTime was so easy. I went in, told the gentlemen what I needed, what I wanted to pay and he made it happen! I was in and out in less than 2 hours. It was an amazing experience! Thank you for restoring my faith in car dealerships!
Reviewed April 2, 2018
My wife and I went in looking for a vehicle to share within our budget. Christian was patient and very thorough. He truly worked hard to get us a car with payments we were comfortable with. We ended up leaving that night with 2 vehicles. We were very pleased with our experience at DriveTime and would recommend them to anyone.
Reviewed April 2, 2018
The customer service that I received was amazing! The dealer was very friendly and helpful in finding a great car for me! I would recommend all my friends to try out DriveTime. I only wish that the inventory was bigger, but other than that I enjoyed my experience!
Reviewed April 2, 2018
I was given only one key that works the other key was found in the glove compartment and it doesn’t open the vehicle. There was sticky residue on the window left from price tag that was not removed from the car.
Hello Quinisha,
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback regarding your experience. I want to apologize for any frustration that this has brought you. Please know that we provide same keys that we came to own the vehicle with to our customers. In order to assure that you have the necessary keys for your vehicle, I encourage you to reach out to your limited warranty administrator.
I regards to the residue, we apologize for the inconvenience that this has caused you. Please know that the adhesive used to place our in window pricing is easily removable with a de-greasing cleaner.
Should you have any further concerns or questions, please feel free to reach out to my Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.
Thank You,
Kaitlyn - Customer Relations
Reviewed April 1, 2018
Great overall experience. Staff very helpful and great customer service. Amanda was the best and helped the buying process go very smoothly. I would recommend the McKnight Rd location anytime. Your staff is the best. Easiest car buying experience that I've ever been through with a dealership. Thank you.
Reviewed April 1, 2018
Purchased a great late model vehicle with low miles. My experience with Frederick and Nicole was professional and courteous. I did not particularly like the terms of your Drive Select program which I feel pretty disenfranchise most visitors, however, they explained the program explicitly. I do suggest however, removing that program, I feel that you will have a broader base of buyers. Because I almost left without purchasing.
Reviewed April 1, 2018
I'm super happy with my new car. David was so nice and intellectual when it came to my ignorance of how to purchase a car. He was so patient and other employees offered popcorn while we waited. So amazing!!! I have never fell in love with an automobile until now!!!
Reviewed April 1, 2018
One of the worst experiences buying a car. Three hours with different people coming and going, changing the numbers, not explaining things right, very frustrating. Paid more than the estimate, bought a warranty that covers nothing that has gone wrong with the car since then. I was in a little accident last week in the same place that this car had been in a accident before I bought it. I brought the car to repair and the mechanic showed me that the preview's repair was done by gluing parts of the car together with superglue and because of that I had to replace parts that would not have to, should the car been repaired correctly (Front bumper, side bumper, engine plastic cover underneath, all glued together with superglue). They did not check up the car before they sold it to me. They are not honest, charge a lot of interest and sell you cars with defects that you cannot tell until is too late. If you have any other option, do not buy with them.
Hello Ana,
Thank you for finding the opportunity to leave a review. I am deeply sorry to hear that you left feeling dissatisfied with your overall DriveTime experience. We strive to be thorough and transparent with our customers regarding all aspects of their purchase prior to sale, and it is unfortunate that you left feeling otherwise.
In reference to the vehicle issues you mentioned, please know that we inspect each vehicle on our lot prior to sale in order to identify issues such as these prior to sale. Additionally, an Experian AutoCheck Vehicle History Report is provided at the time of sale to inform our customers of the vehicle’s history. This report may indicate a prior accident record, a rental or government vehicle, registration in a storm area, and/or a theft record. That being said, it is important to keep in mind that we would have no knowledge of any unreported accidents or tampering that may have occurred while the previous owner had possession of the vehicle. We encourage our customers to research all aspects of their purchase prior to sale.
I want to apologize again for any frustration this situation has caused. If you are in need of further assistance, or you simply wish to discuss this matter in further detail, please feel free to contact my Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0148.
Respectfully,Jacob – Customer Relations
Reviewed March 31, 2018
Courtney and Greg were wonderful. They both were very polite and kind and went out of their way to make my wife and I’s visit a very pleasurable one. The 2007 Ford XLT Explorer we were able to purchase at a monthly rate we can easily afford is wonderful. Thank you again Courtney and Greg and Drive Time for having such wonderful employees.
Reviewed March 31, 2018
I had an excellent and easy experience purchasing a vehicle at DriveTime. The sales representative had a non-pushy attitude, he listened to every word I said, and he helped to pair me with the perfect car. This is my second positive experience with DriveTime and I am pleased that buying a car was so easy and effortless!
Reviewed March 31, 2018
Engine light came on one hour after I leave, then on the highway slowing down the brakes or something is wrong, for me to not really get the car I would to settle and this to happen is not acceptable.
Hello Timothy,
Thank you for taking the time to provide your review. I am deeply sorry to hear about the mechanical concerns you are experiencing so soon after purchase.
Please know that all of our vehicles are inspected prior to sale to prevent these concerns. The vehicles sold from DriveTime are pre-owned and as a result there are times where mechanical concerns may arise post-sale. For this reason every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, along with the optional Vehicle Service Contract, to assist in these situations.
In addition, every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 5-Day Vehicle Return Program which gives our customer the ability to return the vehicle to a DriveTime dealership and terminate the Simple Interest Retail Installment Contract, for any reason, within the first five calendar days after purchase. As long as the vehicle has not been driven over 300 miles within these five days, you will not be assessed any fees and will receive a full refund of your down payment.
We greatly appreciate the opportunity to address your concerns. If you should choose to discuss further please contact our Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.
Respectfully,
Jodi-Customer Relations
Reviewed March 31, 2018
Everyone was extremely professional and polite. They made my wife and I feel like family. I would highly recommend DriveTime to anyone looking to purchase a vehicle. The staff was extremely helpful with our vehicle purchase from explaining the purchasing process to how all the functions work on the car. Again thank you for a great car buying experience.
Reviewed March 31, 2018
This was the easy process to buy a car. Felicia helped assist me through the entire process and answered every question. I was able to purchase a vehicle that I had always dreamed about, but never imagined I could ever afford. She helped me find the right car, and so, blessed to have worked with her.
Reviewed March 30, 2018
I have bad credit. No other car dealerships would help me out! I got a 2016 with no down payments. And my car payments weren't expensive compared to my old car that was 600 dollar payment. They are super nice and helpful. They put gas in the car for you. And only took a couple of hours to get my car!
Reviewed March 29, 2018
If I had taken this a few days ago you would have gotten a better rating. I was very pleased with the car buying experience the day I was there. Chris made us feel like a valued customer, but since I have left the dealership I haven’t felt that way. The car had an issue and I get it used cars sometimes have issues, but this was a spark plug issue. Something I feel should be changed before you even sell me the car. Thankfully you if go fixed but pep boys didn’t make the check engine light or the gas cap light turn off. So I still have to take it somewhere to continue getting it looked at.
I have heard maybe one apology for the inconvenience this has caused. You don’t expect when you buy a car from a car lot to immediately have to readjust your schedule not to mention the worry I now have that I will continue have problems because I don’t feel y’all inspect the cars you sell enough. Not once has anyone said, "Oh here’s a gift card to get a full tank of gas," or "Your next oil change is on us," or something small just to say, "Hey I’m sorry the car we sold needed immediate shop repair." Not sure I will be back to purchase another car from here in the future. I felt as if the situation could have be handled a little differently.
Hello Linda,
Thank you for taking the time to provide your review. I am pleased that Chris made you feel like a valued customer since we strive to provide only the best in customer service. However, I am sad to hear about your mechanical concerns you have experienced so soon after purchase.
Please know that all of our vehicles are inspected prior to sale to prevent these concerns. The vehicles sold from DriveTime are pre-owned and as a result there are times where mechanical concerns may arise post-sale. For this reason every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, along with the optional Vehicle Service Contract, to assist in these situations.
That being said, I want to apologize again for any frustration this situation has caused. If you wish to discuss this matter further, please feel free to reach out to our Customer Relations team at (800)965-8043.
Respectfully,
Jodi-Customer Relations
Reviewed March 28, 2018
I bought a 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid from DriveTime in Jackson, MS, on February 15, 2018. Within less than 12 hours, the vehicle malfunctions. I contact the dealership and am told I can return it within five business days or 300 miles. I live over 115 miles away and would not be able to return the vehicle within the 300 mile limit.
Within two weeks, the car is inoperable due to a “hybrid charge failure.” I took it to the local Hyundai dealer on February 28th. They, John O’Neil Johnson Hyundai service department here in Meridian, MS, have worked tirelessly to find the problem. They’ve brought hybrid techs in from the Mobile Hyundai plant and can’t seem to resolve the issue. They are now bringing specialists in from California to try to find the exact problem so they can, in turn, fix it.
I’ve reached out to Silver Rock, the warranty company, and DriveTime Consumer Relations, as well. I was told upon purchase that any malfunction within 30 days or 1,500 miles would be covered at 100%, along with rental car reimbursement while the vehicle was inoperable. Now, I’m told they can offer no help, and can’t guarantee coverage, without a diagnosis so that leaves me paying a monthly note for a just purchased car I simply cannot drive, and neither the dealership from which I purchased, nor the warranty company in which I invested has a solution. I’m beyond frustrated. Do not use DriveTime or SilverRock.
Hello Jennifer,
Thank you for taking the time to bring this to my attention and I apologize for the mechanical concerns you are experiencing so soon after purchase.
Please know that all of our vehicles are inspected prior to sale to prevent these concerns. The vehicles sold from DriveTime are pre-owned and as a result there are times where mechanical concerns may arise post-sale. For this reason every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, along with the optional Vehicle Service Contract, to assist in these situations.
In addition, per the terms of the vehicle service contract we can provide rental reimbursement up to a daily rate of $25.99 during repairs for covered components.
I want to apologize again for any frustration this situation has caused. Upon further review, I see that you have already spoken with my Customer Relations team concerning the issues you mentioned. If you wish to discuss this matter further, please feel free to reach back out to my team at (800) 965-8043.
Thank You,
Jodi-Customer Relations
Reviewed March 28, 2018
Had a car from DriveTime for a year. About 4 months after having the car I ran into problems. They sold us a car that had the entire body completely rusted. The mechanic that checked out my car said the car should have never been sold...he was surprised no one died while using the car. The car had holes all on the bottom and they put plastic and new carpet so no one would notice. Called DriveTime to request a new car. They told us we had no proof they knew about it. DO NOT BUY CARS FROM THIS PLACE.
Hello Matthew,
Thank you for leaving your review. I am deeply sorry to hear that you are unhappy with your vehicle due to the rust concerns you mentioned.
Due to the unique nature of your concerns, it would be difficult for me to provide additional perspective on this matter in a public forum.
Please continue to communicate with us privately if you wish to discuss this matter further.
Thank you,Jacob – Customer Relations
Reviewed March 27, 2018
Tia ** was great to work with. Although the process was tiring she made our experience awesome. I would recommend to friends for sure. The only thing I would change is the fact that DriveTime doesn't fully detail the vehicle and put a full tank. Other than that it was great.
Reviewed March 27, 2018
Had an appt, showed up early, the saleslady, Yari, went above and beyond to help me get into the car I had picked out online prior to arriving. I would and will recommend they come to DriveTime and hope to return in the near future.
Reviewed March 26, 2018
After being to 3 dealerships and 3 awful offers, we decided to try DriveTime. Best. Decision. Ever. We got a great car at an even better price. Tim was excellent and very helpful. He explained everything and I loved the checklist they had to confirm everything on the car was in working order.
Reviewed March 26, 2018
It was great!!! Everyone worked extremely hard, gave me everything I needed and I really felt they worked for me personally and took all the time needed. Worked overtime. Check it out. Randy was awesome. Trust me. You will drive away if you meet requirements.
Reviewed March 26, 2018
My experience was great. My sale representative did an excellent Job. Explain me my agreements and terms in a way in which I understood. He answered all the questions that I had, He was very nice so I trusted him.
Reviewed March 26, 2018
My sales rep was Farooq at the Van Nuys Store he was very patient and accommodating. Thank you for making this purchase very easy and stress free. I will definitely recommend him to my friends and family. We are happy with our car (Nissan Altima 2015).
Reviewed March 26, 2018
My experience was awesome, everyone was so friendly, and my advisor really helped me out with finding my first car. I would definitely recommend this place to my friends and family, because the customer services is great. I am glad to have such good support, I pray that the business continues to prosper in the name of Jesus.
Reviewed March 25, 2018
Susahna ** was awesome! In fact, the entire staff at DriveTime was great. Everyone was very friendly and down to earth; none of the ridiculous pretentious behavior that makes me loathe going to a car dealership. There was no pressure, told Susahna what we were looking for in price and vehicle and she stayed right on the mark. No attempts to upsell something out of the range we were looking for. Will most definitely go to DriveTime again!!
Reviewed March 25, 2018
I had a wonderful experience buying my new vehicle from DriveTime. Mr. ** helped me get the car I need for my growing family. Also a huge thank you to Matthew. I would recommend any and everyone to go to DriveTime to get the vehicle you want with no hassle and a stress-free environment.
Reviewed March 25, 2018
The buying process and experience we were given by Ms ** was awesome. We received complete courtesy and unparalleled service. We would highly recommend our friends and acquaintances to seek Ms ** at Drive Time. The car that we finally selected, we experienced no pressure sales tactics. The processing and all of the other particular we're articulated to us.
Reviewed March 25, 2018
When I first purchase my vehicle from Drive Time my car was delivered from Alabama. I convey my concerns about the warranty under Averex and the sales rep ensure me only maintenance items will not be covered. Since I purchase a BMW I wanted to make sure Drive Time had the means to repair the car if needed. So I ask the sale reps to explain what she meant by maintenance... Her exact words were oil change, brakes, heating/cooling, alignment and tires. I was satisfied with the response so I signed on the dotted line. When my car arrived to Atlanta I notice the tires needed to be replaced. I was promised to come back and I will receive four new tires...
Never happened. My tire blew out and the mechanic advised me my alignment was damaged and any tires I put on this car will blew out because it will pierce the tires. So it went just about getting my alignment adjusted by it was damage! How could Drive Time sell a car like that! A few months of having the car my starter went out, Averex replace the starter, a few months later my car electronically shut down in the city. Averex didn’t cover it and I had to battle with Drive Time to fix it (which is still not fix). Drive Time was only willing to fix the car to get it back “running“... they didn’t listen to BMW recommendations. So basically my warranty ran out which only covered one thing and my car is falling apart.
My insurance went up for tow claims and I can’t get out of a upside down loan. Bridgecrest and Drive Time refuse to help because now they can blame me by saying miles put wear and tear on the car and I’m out of warranty. Never got to enjoy the car but only be concern about repairs, loan payments, towing, and poor customer service. I wish I would of purchase my car someone else. My friend purchase their cars from Carmax and Enterprise sales. All their repairs I needed was covered in their warranty... biggest mistake of my life.
Hello Christine,
Thank you for taking the time to bring this to my attention and I truly apologize for the mechanical concerns you are experiencing.
A copy of the Aeverex Protection Plan Vehicle Coverage was presented to you at time of purchase, stating in detail the covered parts. If you should have further questions or concerns regarding maintenance items, please reach out to Aeverex, your vehicle service provider, at (888)781-5649. My apologies again, for the frustration that this has caused.
Thank You,Jodi-Customer Relations
Reviewed March 25, 2018
Eric and Jason were very knowledgeable. Eric worked with me on the phone several times before I made the trip, which I live almost 4 hours away. It was worth the drive. He got me in the car I wanted for a payment I could afford.
Reviewed March 24, 2018
Immediately approved and deciding on cars within my budget within twenty minutes from the time I arrived. Long story short, I'm now driving a very nice car that's way better than I expected and with low mileage. My sales people Kim and Ahmed made everything quick and seamless. If you're having any doubts stop wasting time and go!
Reviewed March 24, 2018
We had a pleasant experience from the initial online application all the way to driving off in our new vehicle. From the Finance Manager (Alan **), the Sales Manager (Rod) to my Sales Associate (Ty) you could not have asked for a more competent, experienced and professional staff. They all made our buying experience truly amazing. The Morrow location truly understands what it takes to make a customer feel like a Rock Star.
Reviewed March 24, 2018
All employees was wonderful, especially my seller Ashlli. Great knowledge and compassion for my needs and wants. The West Colonial Dr location in Orlando is the best??? Would recommend and would return in the future if necessary... Overall experience was great.
Reviewed March 24, 2018
I want to take a moment and truly thank James ** of the Brandon Drivetime for his outstanding customer service. James was extremely helpful getting us into the perfect SUV. I will highly recommend Drivetime of Brandon. Thanks again James.
Reviewed March 23, 2018
DriveTime has given me the worst experience ever. I have been having my vehicle since February 2015 and a month after I started having problems. The moment I started having problems I kept taking it into the shop to have it looked at. At this time I was still covered thru warranty with Avirex. This issue with my vehicle has been going on for awhile and the issue could not be fixed. Was told that they couldn't tell what the problem was because everytime the dashboard lights would go off so I was told they couldn't test it for diagnosis.
Now today three years later the issue continues and the shop finally found out whats wrong. Avirex is now saying it cant be covered because my warranty is up. I feel this is unfair because it should have been taking care of while I still had warranty. I just paid two car notes and don't have funds to pay for something that should have been fixed three years ago. I am beyond disgusted with DriveTime and Avirex and whoever else has something to do with DriveTime. I have a job to get back and forth to and cant if I don’t have a vehicle.
Hello Harwana,
Thank you for leaving your review. I am deeply sorry to hear that you are unhappy with your vehicle due to the ongoing dash light issue you mentioned.
Please know that we try to avoid mechanical malfunctions similar to the ones you mentioned from arising post sale by inspecting all of our vehicles prior to sale. However, due to the nature of pre-owned vehicles, there are instances when these issues will occur post sale. For this reason, we include a 30-day/1,500-mile limited warranty with each vehicle sold from our dealerships, in addition to the option to purchase an extended vehicle service contract.
That being said, I want to apologize again for any frustration this situation has caused. Upon further review, I see that you have already spoken with my Customer Relations team concerning the issues you mentioned. If you wish to discuss this matter further, please feel free to reach back out to my team.
Respectfully,Jacob – Customer Relations
Reviewed March 21, 2018
Our car was ready to be traded in and we looked locally but didn’t find the car we wanted. After searching and applying online with DriveTime we decided to make the 1.5 hour drive to the lot in Riverside. Staff was very friendly and helpful. My wife found the exact SUV she wanted and the deal couldn’t have been better. Extremely happy with our purchase and will be back in the future.
Reviewed March 21, 2018
My husband and I purchased a truck from DriveTime in Tyler, Tx about a year ago. The experience with DriveTime at first was great. The customer service was awesome and the whole buying the truck was not bad. Now, about a year after having the truck the motor locks up. We call DriveTime which sends us to the warranty company Silver Rock. When we purchased the truck we purchased the extended bumper to bumper warranty. We call them and after about a week of back and forth they ultimately denied the claim and would not pay for the truck to get fixed. So now we are out approx $1000 and counting on a rental, towing, mechanic for looking at it, and now looking to pay for the motor replacement ourselves. Not to mention still paying the truck payments while it is just sitting in our yard without a working motor.
I am baffled first of all by the warranty company and how many awful reviews they have and how they can sleep at night when they know they are doing their customers wrong. There is no way when purchasing a vehicle from a dealership that you should have a motor locked up within a year. Especially when that vehicle is only used to drive back and forth to work. I am not claiming that I know about cars mechanically but I am definitely not an idiot. Right is right and wrong is wrong. The reviews I have read this company has done so many customers wrong. If they don’t cover my issue along with the others that I have read what exactly do they cover? Silver Rock is a scam and DriveTime is sending them customers. It is shameful.
Hello Tonya,
Thank you for taking the time to bring this to my attention. While I am delighted to hear that your purchasing experience was great, I want to apologize for the mechanical frustrations that you have faced. Please know that while we do offer both a Limited Warranty and Vehicle Service Contract through Silverrock, they are not extended warranties or bumper to bumper coverage.
We would like the opportunity to review this with you directly. To best assist, please contact my Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.
Thank You,
Kaitlyn - Customer Relations
Reviewed March 21, 2018
Had the car for no more than 5 days and we already had to go get the 2014 Hyundai Elantra fixed. Now the 2011 BMW 328xi has to stay in shop (no transportation to work) and I had/have to come out of pocket even though I just bought this vehicle & I have warranty. So basically we was sold 2 bad cars. The BMW might have to come back today because I can’t go 4 days without a car. I have work and I am not old enough to rent a car.
Hello Jammad,
Thank you for taking the time to provide your review. I truly apologize for the mechanical concerns that you are experiencing since your recent purchase.
In regards to your mechanical concerns, please know that all of our vehicles are inspected prior to sale to prevent these concerns. The vehicles sold from DriveTime are pre-owned and as a result there are times where mechanical concerns may arise post-sale. For this reason every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, along with the optional Vehicle Service Contract, to assist in these situations.
Please keep in mind that if the mechanical repairs are covered under your warranty, we reimburse up to 25.99 a day for alternative means of transportation such as Uber, Lyft, the bus or taxi.
If you should have further questions, please feel free to reach out to our Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.
Thank You,Jodi-Customer Relations
Reviewed March 20, 2018
Denise at the Covington Pike location was friendly and very helpful and put me in the car of my choice had a great experience. The crew there was also helpful and friendly and knew what I was looking for, thank you.
Reviewed March 19, 2018
This is my second purchase with this location. As before I am pleased with this visit. Kemar was my sales person and he was awesome. He listened to my needs and put me in car that was suitable for my income and family size.
Reviewed March 19, 2018
Very easy to deal with like the no hassle approach staff was very professional other than 1 salesman I believe his name was (Don). Your first impression is always the lasting impression. My first was as I pulled into parking lot, (Don) "Hey can you move your truck and just find a parking space." Really. Those were his words exactly. Other staff apologized and made experience wonderful.
Reviewed March 19, 2018
Best car buying experience I ever had. Very friendly and helpful staff. Michelle ** worked tirelessly to get the deal done. Very pleasant experience. Will definitely go back if I ever need another auto. My wife and I are satisfied and happy with the vehicle we purchased.
Reviewed March 19, 2018
I came into purchase car on 3/16/18. Solomon my advisor was with a customer and I waited. He then took another customer. I was disappointed that he didn't acknowledge me. Thanks to Amber I was able to get what I wanted. If I had of met Amber first they would of received a 5 star rating. She was very professional and pleasant.
Reviewed March 19, 2018
I was so glad that I decided to go with DriveTime... I was very please and satisfied with the customer service... Thank you guys so much for helping me get a vehicle. It's been a long time coming. Everything went good.
Reviewed March 18, 2018
Jill was amazing. It took a few days but at the end of everything she helped me with everything. Everyone was very friendly. I had a great experience. I would def recommend anyone to DriveTime. Thanks for the help everything everyone.
Reviewed March 18, 2018
Couldn't be more happier with my experience! Hugo made it so easy when I first went in. Then Alejandro helped me find a diff car! They were both awesome! I felt good about my purchase, they didn't hound me like other dealers. Such a good feeling to feel not pressured or pushed into something I didn't want. Would definitely recommend to go back!!!
Reviewed March 18, 2018
Even though it was a long process on my end due to personal issues, I can honestly say that they helped me every step of the way. I appreciate everything that you guys have done for me and I love my car so much!!
Reviewed March 18, 2018
We just love our new 2014 minivan. Customer service was really good. They took good care of us. Its was very pleasure for us. James really nice to my husband and myself. I would come by to buy another van from Drive Time again.
Reviewed March 18, 2018
I was sold a 2016 Jeep Patriot and love it. The sales person Jessica was very knowledgeable and friendly. Enjoyed working with her. I would recommend your company to anyone that needs to buy a new vehicle. Love my Jeep Patriot.
Reviewed March 18, 2018
I had great customer service experience! Being as I was from so far away I was helped over the phone through email and was communicated with greatly. Until I was able to make it down and then I helped out so much in finding what would fit for me! I loved my very long experience. DriveTime in Gladstone was awesome. Only drawback was that cars sold so fast we would, talk about one and have it in mind and then it would be gone or on hold already.
Reviewed March 18, 2018
My experience was great. Leshay was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. She made my day. I told her my needs and she helped narrow down my options. She did everything in a timely manner. I thought I was going to be there all day but she was very quick and thorough at the same time. I honestly didn’t think I would get to leave the lot with a nice car because of my credit. I was very impressed. So a special thank you to Leshay for her superb customer service.
Reviewed March 18, 2018
I love my new car (Kia Optima SXL). My salesman was respectful and honest with me, I got the car I wanted from Dayton and had it transferred I got my payments where I wanted them quick and easy! Thank you DriveTime!
Reviewed March 17, 2018
Taylor ** is great and she made my purchase of my GMC Terrain easy. I have to say with total honesty that it is the best car buying experience in my life. I highly recommend her and will tell everyone I know that may be looking for a vehicle to deal with your dealership.
Reviewed March 17, 2018
Little money, low credit, barely any job stability, first time ever purchasing a car and I could not be happier! My car salesman Josh made it his mission to have me leave there in a new car, not only a new car but their car I wanted! This place is Amazing with the BEST staffing!!
Reviewed March 14, 2018
When I first went to DriveTime to pick a car everything was great. Everyone was nice and welcoming. Everything was smooth. I got my 2014 Taurus and was on the road then about 3 months later the fuel pump went. Ok. Well I don’t have to pay for nothing. Cool. Just fix it. They did so and about two weeks later it went again while I was at work. That was great so I called about it and not only did I get hung up on twice I requested that it went to someone more qualified like a Ford dealership but no. They wanted to take it back to the Meineke.
They supposedly did it last time and they're saying they don’t wanna touch it so without telling me they move my car to the dealership like I said but I had to call for them to tell me this and when I call the dealership they said they didn’t even know it was coming. So for my inconvenience they told me they will pre-pay for my rental that I scheduled for 3 days but next thing I know the same day the car was good and ready to go as they said picked it up.
Everything was good for about a month then for the third time it didn’t start again so what they told me the guys at Ford said it looks like they didn’t replace it the first time. Wow and those are the people you guys sent your clients to. Wow but whatever. So since all this is happening and I have work every day of the week you would think they would approve another rental but no. They're telling me they can’t when it’s against policy but the last rep told me otherwise. Well whatever. I already wasted so much money on that car. Why not do it some more and get my own rental? It will only be a couple days. Until this morning they called and told me that the lines were so backed up that they burst and I had to call the warranty company because the dealership called and told me so I’m all the way out on this car at this point and I wanna know my options on a different car. Well I don’t have that option. I have to stay with it and all the problems it may have.
They don’t care I already put thousands into it with maintenance let alone money for tows and parts that they said they will cover but didn’t. Like all they showed me is that they care about nothing but your money and here I am stuck with a 2014 car that already had many problems but nobody cares that I was stuck at work with a 2014 that wouldn’t start, I got hung up on or that me and my girlfriend were stuck at a grocery store with my nieces who are 9 and 10 for hours because it didn’t start or that fact that if I was driving and it went out. I could have been seriously injured. They do not care. I recommend no one buy a car from here unless you want to deal with the problems. There’s no telling if my car will ever function right or if it will go on me again. Either way I want a different car and they're telling me, "We cannot help you there." Save yourself the hassle with these people. Go anywhere else but DriveTime.
Hello Nicholas,
Thank you for taking the time to write your review of your experience. I am pleased that your overall experience at our dealership went smoothly, however, I apologize for the reoccurring mechanical concerns that you have experienced. over time.
Please know that the vehicles sold from DriveTime are pre-owned and as a result there are times where mechanical concerns may arise post-sale. It is for this reason every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, along with the optional Vehicle Service Contract, to assist in these situations.
Regarding your experience with the repair facility, please keep in mind that we work closely with Silverrock and will be addressing your concerns to avoid any further complications. At DriveTime, we value all feedback, both positive and negative, since we use it to improve our overall customer service experience and provide any training or corrective action as the situation requires.
Again, I apologize that you have encountered these frustrations. I see that you have been working with our Customer Relations team concerning the issues you have mentioned and encourage you to continue to do so.
Thank You,Jodi-Customer Relations
Reviewed March 14, 2018
I am happy with my experience and the employees worked as a team to get me into my car when some difficulties beyond our control came about. The only thing that disappointed me was that I was told that windshield wiper fluid would be put into my car prior to me driving off because there was none at all and it was not done. The car was also not clean on the outside before I left. I think that's a great way to show appreciation to a customer by at least making sure their new vehicle is clean to drive off the lot in. Leah was very knowledgeable and made sure I understood what I was getting and the benefits of the vehicle that I selected.
Reviewed March 14, 2018
Bragging of how many cars she sold, put me in finance situation I could not afford, almost had my car repossessed by Bridgecrest, a loan company I've never heard of. I paid the car off and I have to wait four (4) weeks to get my title. She Kabo don't even know what she sold me, never heard from this sales lady again or even from Drive Time...I highly recommend anyone never buy a vehicle from this company and TELL YOUR FRIENDS ALSO who may be looking for a vehicle.
Hello Richard,
Thank you for taking the opportunity to write your review. I am very sorry to hear that you left feeling unhappy with both DriveTime and Bridgecrest after paying off your loan.
While we understand the frustrating nature of the concerns you had mentioned, it is important to keep in mind that all loan servicing matters are handled by Bridgecrest as of early 2016.
That being said, I want to apologize again for any frustration this situation has caused. If you are in need of further assistance with obtaining your title, please contact Bridgecrest directly at (800) 967-8526.
Thank you,Jacob – Customer Relations
Reviewed March 12, 2018
I have never had an experience as pleasant as the one I had with Drive Time. I have been telling people that I know are looking for cars that they must come there. Our salesperson was polite and friendly, I did not feel pressured at all. The sales associate was, efficient and well versed. The overall experience was wonderful.
Reviewed March 12, 2018
I’ve heard many things about DriveTime both good and bad but I decided to take it upon myself to make that decision on if I wanted to make such a big commitment and purchase a newer car. Before I could even get out of the car, Charles was welcoming and offered to help me out of the car. He went over options that would suit my every need as far as if it was affordable for me and if it would be comfortable to drive and travel with my family. He was very knowledgeable and patient during the entire process. Never once did he just push me to purchase just any car that he felt I should have. I WILL be recommending the Torrance location (Charles) to everyone that I know who are looking to feel a part of their car buying experience and have an amazing car buying experience. THANK YOU SO MUCH Charles **!
Reviewed March 12, 2018
I was real pleased with the service that I got when I was at Kia on Saturday the 10th of March. Colby was the guy that helped me out. He went over everything with me and was very nice. I will definitely recommend people to go there to purchase their vehicle.
Reviewed March 11, 2018
Yes the people at DriveTime are wonderful, very helpful and I would recommend everybody I know to DriveTime. I would like to thank the staff for all the help they gave me. If you looking for a nice affordable vehicle DriveTime is the place to go.
Reviewed March 11, 2018
They got me in the car I wanted in no time. Super helpful. Did absolutely everything they could to make me happy by the time I left. They, in my opinion, have some of the nicest used cars I have ever found on a lot.
Reviewed March 11, 2018
Mr. **, Matt, and Knapp were very awesome. Explained in detail the whole process and got me the car that wanted. I'm glad to know that DriveTime is customer service driven and do whatever they can to make the deal happen. I finally have something that shows the hard work and determination that I have done. Thanks guys. Will be sending you more people.
Reviewed March 11, 2018
Through Nicolle's patience and heightened level of patience, I was able to leave with a vehicle that I'm quite happy to own. I'm certain that the few things that need attention will be handled when I discuss with them on Monday. All in all, I am VERY satisfied. Thank you!
Reviewed March 10, 2018
The process was rather fast and pleasant. I was reassured that all cars go through a thorough inspection and are sound, good working order. I completed my paperwork in a timely manner and gave my downpayment and was handed the keys. As I turned my new car on to drive off the engine light turned on. I hadn’t left the lot. I was told it was my problem and to call the 800 number for help. I’m disappointed... not even off the lot.
Thank you for taking the time to provide us feedback .I am pleased that your sales experience was pleasant, however, I truly apologize for the mechanical concerns that occurred while leaving our dealership.
Please know that all of our vehicles are inspected prior to sale to prevent these concerns. The vehicles sold from DriveTime are pre-owned and as a result there are times where mechanical concerns may arise post-sale. For this reason every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 30-day/1,500-mile Limited Warranty, along with the optional Vehicle Service Contract, to assist in these situations.
In addition, every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 5-Day Vehicle Return Program which gives our customer the ability to return the vehicle to a DriveTime dealership and terminate the Simple Interest Retail Installment Contract, for any reason, within the first five calendar days after purchase. As long as the vehicle has not been driven over 300 miles within these five days, you will not be assessed any fees and will receive a full refund of your down payment.
Please contact our Customer Relations department at your earliest convenience (888) 290-0148. We greatly appreciate the opportunity to address your concerns.
Thank You,
Jodi-Customer Relations
Reviewed March 10, 2018
My experience at DriveTime was very warm and inviting, I felt very comfortable and not pressured. One of the best car buying experiences I've had. From the time that I arrived to take cars that I was interested in for a test drive. They really care about their customers and want them to have the best experience.
Reviewed March 10, 2018
Very professional kind both have awesome personalities not pushy at all they let us make our own choices and decisions very pleasant. I recommend them highly! The DriveTime team is excellent!! We did not feel rushed at any point in our visit. Excellent!
Reviewed March 8, 2018
Total bait and switch. The dealership has 2 kinds of cars, normal stock and DriveTime select. The DriveTime select vehicles are the cars that you see on the website, usually newer models priced extremely reasonably. These cars are harder to purchase than the normal stock, they require a higher credit score and a much larger down payment (~12% on normal stock and ~30-35% on DriveTime select). They are the bait. Here is my story: I showed up after receiving approval online and asked to look at the GMC Terrain I had seen online. Immediately they redid the credit check and told me I could not purchase the vehicle I had seen online because my credit was not good enough. They instead wanted to sell me a car GMC Terrain that was two model years older and had ~20,000 more miles on it for same price as the original vehicle.
What really upset me was that the initial vehicle I saw online was priced just under the low side of the Kelly Blue book value while the vehicle they wanted to sell my was priced 10-15% higher than its Kelly Blue book value. Classic bait and switch technique, show the people an amazing deal to get them in the door and then get them to buy something of lesser value for the same price to cheat them into thinking they got a great deal. How this is legal I have no idea.
Any time I have dealt with used car financing I have found that a bank is more likely to loan you money for a newer/lower mileage vehicle. Why does DriveTime want you to purchase a older/higher mileage? I believe it is so they can keep the vehicles that bring people in on the lot to use as advertising. I believe their goal is to sell garbage vehicles, like any other "Finance Here" used car lot, but they want you to think they are different. They show you the Kelly Blue book values of vehicles they know they won't sell you so when you come in you buy whatever piece of garbage they put in front of you.
Hello Dustin,
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback about your experience and I apologize for any frustration that this has caused. At DriveTime, we understand that many consumers are weary about how dealerships price their vehicles, which is why we disclose our prices online and on every vehicle at our dealerships. Pricing and required down payment are populated automatically based off market value and other factors, including but not limited to, mileage and trim. Should you have any further questions regarding our vehicle pricing, I encourage you to reach out to your local DriveTime dealership.
I appreciate you reaching out to us and I apologize that we were unable to assist you at this time. Should you offer us the chance in the future, we would appreciate the opportunity to earn your business.
Thank You,Jodi-Customer Relations
Reviewed March 8, 2018
I had a nice salesman and already knew what I wanted. Test drove the car. I was given ample time to examine it. It had a maintenance light on and they took care of it right away. Overall great experience.
Reviewed March 8, 2018
I honestly, didn't know what to expect when I was coming into your location to look at cars. Although, I was approved online, I figured my credit or something would still stand in the way, even if I had the money and the income. I really want to highlight how Renee ** and Jim ** took all of that pressure and doubt away and made this an easy and memorable experience. I have done nothing but talk up the service I received and how welcoming they made the environment. While waiting for things to happen there was fun conversation and I will be sure to come back when looking for another car down the road or helping friends find a car for themselves.
Reviewed March 6, 2018
Our car rep was amazing. She helped guide us to the perfect vehicle for my family and I. While waiting she even gave my child some snacks to hold her over til we could leave. Chemeka waited patiently for us to be seen to the finish even when it was close to being closed for the day. The price was decent and I would definitely go back and deal with her for our next car.
Reviewed March 6, 2018
Despite submitting to the credit application and getting approved and specifics in writing as soon as I went in for a test drive the attitude toward me changed dramatically. Suddenly they had to rerun everything and hit my credit again because they say they have to make sure I am who I say then increased the cost of doing business with them by a lot. I was insulted and the general manager was a used car guy of old, told me they don’t have to honor anything they don’t want to and that’s “just how it is”. A complete bait and switch.
Thank you for providing feedback about your experience. I want to sincerely apologize if clear expectations were not set prior to your visit to our dealership. If a credit inquiry was performed during the pre-approval process, please know that the information pulled with be utilized during dealership visit. At DriveTime we value all feedback, both positive and negative, since we use it to improve our overall customer service experience. Should you have any further questions or feedback, please feel free to contact my Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.
Thank You,
Jodi-Customer Relations
Reviewed March 5, 2018
I just wanted to give a shout out to Nick, Chuck, and Scott. Helped me out SO much when I was getting my new car! The whole team at the Grand Rapids location are all amazing! :) I'm in love with my new Chevy Sonic! :) :)
Reviewed March 5, 2018
Jon ** provided a great buying experience and I’m glad to have gotten him as a sales rep as he was knowledgeable, informative, and consultative in his sales approach. He did a great job and I would buy from him again.
Reviewed March 5, 2018
Daniel was a really great salesman. The process seemed a little too long. Got the van I wanted and happy with the payments. would recommend to a friend. The down payment was the best part and customer service was extremely professional.
Reviewed March 5, 2018
Daniel was absolutely amazing. He had great people skills and was very patient with my kids and friendly. The finance department guy was rude. He took forever to do anything. The total process was about six hours out of my day to get this car. And after we left thinking everything was finished, we were called back because they forgot to have us sign the contract. That was very annoying and inconvenient and I did not want to go back because at this point it was already 9:30 PM and all three of my children were very cranky and ready for bed.
When we came back to sign the contract I told the finance guy that I felt like it was late and my kids had a bedtime. He was very sarcastic and told me how he was jealous that my kids get to sleep because he had been there all day. I told him I felt like I had been here all day too. Then he said that he had been there since 7:30 am and complaining like he didn’t want to be at work. That ruined my experience with DriveTime. I wish I remembered his name but he was the guy with glasses behind the big desk, who helped with credit.
Hello Zoe,
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback about your experience. While I am delighted to hear that Daniel was very helpful, I am saddened to hear that your experience with finance left much to be desired. Please know that we strive to provide a great experience to all of our customers from pre-sale through purchase and into ownership. We appreciate you providing this feedback since it will allow us to review accordingly. Should you have any further feedback or questions, please feel free to reach out to my Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.
Thank You,
Kaitlyn - Customer Relations
Reviewed March 4, 2018
Josh at the Independence location was Great. I will be sending family and friends to ask for him at this location. Josh thank you for all your help in getting me into the car for me and for walking me thru everything and helping me get the payment that was right for my needs.
Reviewed March 4, 2018
The place is great. Friendly comfortable environment. Terry and Tim were awesome. I dealt with Terry my first visit but couldn't make a decision on a vehicle. So I wanted to purchase with him when I came back, only then he had a customer so he made sure I was taken care of by one of his Co workers. And still checked on me during the visit. Would totally recommend. DriveTime even served me popcorn lol.
Reviewed March 4, 2018
Lanier ** was awesome! He was very attentive, answered all my questions accurately. Helped me to choose a nice vehicle. He also kept me and my daughter attention on purchasing. I will definitely recommend others to buy from DriveTime. GREAT JOB LANIER!
Reviewed March 4, 2018
I could not have been more pleased with my first car shopping experience. When I first got there Kurt assisted me and getting my information before Jon took over and began helping me get my paperwork and getting me into the car I hoped. With both Kurt and Jon giving great service I was treated to a very friendly experience and I walked out very pleased with the payment and agreement plan I signed and left in the exact car I wanted!
Reviewed March 4, 2018
Easy and very helpful staff. Not rude, very professional and treated us with respect. We are very happy! Everywhere we went it seemed like they didn't care if they sold a Vehicle or not. We really love our new Chevy Equinox. Thank you all for your help and making buying a new car fast and fun!
Reviewed March 4, 2018
To me it was a good experience, they explained everything very clear always with a smile. In overall it was excellent. Now my son is very happy with his first car and that make me happy too. I’ll fully recommend to everybody. They work with you to find the best deal.
Reviewed March 4, 2018
Johnathan helped us get into the car I wanted for so long great service he did an awesome job took care of us and answered all of our questions. I love my new car. I cant get enough if it. Thank you guys soo much.
Reviewed March 4, 2018
The people at DriveTime were above and beyond anything I have ever experienced in buying cars. Mr. Keith **, my salesman, was outstanding in every way. His manager, Daniel **, was equally outstanding. They are real pros -- experts -- who went way out of their way to make sure I got a great car at a fair price. I highly recommend to anyone in need of buying a car to contact them, and all the other fine professionals such as Colin, at DriveTime - St. Louis.
Reviewed March 2, 2018
Don't bother shopping here if you are pre-approved for a loan through a bank or Credit Union. DriveTime will not accept letters of credit from Banks and Credit Unions during the title transfer, despite it being a pretty standard practice in the industry. After signing almost all of the paperwork, we waited for three days to finally be told that DriveTime would not do the title transfer to our bank without a certified check in hand ahead of time. This is after the whole process was done and we were paying interest on the loan for the car that we never took delivery of. Unless you are planning on financing on the sales floor, go somewhere else.
Hello,
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback about your experience. I apologize for the frustration that this has caused you. Please know that we strive to provide professional and comfortable environment. In regards to outside financing and transfer, please know that our dealership may require certified funds ahead of time in order to proceed with a purchase.
I want to apologize again for the dissatisfaction. Should you have any questions or further feedback, please feel free to reach out to my Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.
Thank You,
Kaitlyn - Customer Relations
Reviewed March 2, 2018
I am so satisfied with the customer service I received for my car. Everything I said I wanted in a car was took into consideration. For e.g. Low mileage, reasonable monthly payments and warranties etc. The salesperson was so polite and very helpful with helping me find a reasonable insurance quote. I would recommend DriveTime to anyone that was interested in purchasing a car.
Reviewed Feb. 27, 2018
Made it easy to purchase a vehicle and staff was very friendly and payments are affordable. Would highly recommend to family and friends, vehicles are like new condition and have low miles... Awesome place.
Reviewed Feb. 27, 2018
I was asked to pay $1046.96 to my bank after I had paid $1800.00 down to cover my down payment and the difference in my trade in value. I felt uncomfortable and felt it was a shady deal, but I was wrong! It was your fine employees doing all they could to put me in the car I wanted! Nicely done!!
Reviewed Feb. 26, 2018
In May 2017 I got a 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid from DriveTime in Orlando. The sales girl was very good and helpful. Since May I took this car 4 times for major mechanical problems to the dealership including transmission, water pumps etc. And I haven’t even had this car for a year. Thank God I purchase the gap insurance they offered because if it wasn’t for that I’ll be broken. Make sure you go to the dealership with a mechanic to check your future purchase.
Hello Imelisa,
Thank you for finding the time to write your review. I am deeply sorry to hear that you are unhappy with your vehicle due to the various mechanical issues addressed in your review.
Please know that we try to avoid mechanical malfunctions similar to the ones you mentioned from arising post sale by inspecting all of our vehicles prior to sale. However, due to the nature of pre-owned vehicles, there are instances when these issues will occur post sale. For this reason, we include a 30-day/1,500-mile limited warranty with each vehicle sold from our dealerships, in addition to the option to purchase an extended vehicle service contract.
That being said, I want to sincerely apologize for any frustration this situation has caused. Based on the information provided in your review, it sounds like you have already worked with your warranty administrator to address your concerns. If you are in need of further assistance, or you simply wish to discuss this situation with DriveTime directly, please do not hesitate to contact my Customer Relations team at (888) 290-0148.
Respectfully,Jacob – Customer Relations
Reviewed Feb. 26, 2018
After months of searching for a vehicle that would work with my situation, DriveTime stepped in and helped. The staff there was super awesome. They never once pressured me into anything and did all they could to find the vehicle right for me. I love how they also did a checklist with me on my vehicle to make sure everything worked as it should before I drove off the lot. Best service I have received in a long time!
Reviewed Feb. 26, 2018
The guys at the Kissimmee location were helpful and did an awesome job. They helped me find a car that was in my budget. The staff is very friendly. I would recommend this place to any of my friends and family. They have a very good selection of cars to fit any type budget.
Reviewed Feb. 26, 2018
As soon as I stepped in the door I was welcomed by a smile, everyone pitched in to make sure I was taken care of. The environment within the employees is amazing, and they make sure every customer has a pleasant experience.
Reviewed Feb. 26, 2018
Well traded in the first car I bought with you and got the second. First time was prompt and quite good but I traded in a 2013 Dodge Avenger that was really nic.e All the paperwork went through and was showed a price 12995 and a forgiveness of 500. To buy back and 0 down and payments 397 and some change but that is where it went downhill.
The deal was all set then we were told there was a glitch that we needed 1100.00 for buyback and 295.00 down and payments of 497.00 this was a 6 hrs in drive time 2013 Dodge Avenger to a 2013 Toyota Camry. I don't know what happened but I feel I was side blinded. This was so unprofessional. It was so late that the full tank of gas they couldn't get that and the license plate couldn't get transferred cause they said the computer was down but a guy that came in after us got out with his plate on his car. I truly think this was shady **. You don't change the price at signing. Yes the new car is nice and my daughter loves it but we got the bottom of the barrow treatment.
Hello Bruce,
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback about your experience. I want to apologize for this frustration. At DriveTime, we strive to provide a transparent process for all of our customers. In regards to your trade in, please know that we take into account the down payment qualifications from the selected vehicle and also condition of the traded vehicle. Should you have any further questions in regard to the trade in process, we encourage you to speak with the local dealership in your area.
In regard to the license plate and gas fill concerns, please know that there are many factors for license plates, including time, state, and county. We want to make sure that all of our customers are satisfied. Should you have any further concerns, please feel free to reach out to my Customer Relations team so that we can discuss in further detail. You can reach us at (888)290-0148.
Thank You,
Kaitlyn - Customer Relations
Reviewed Feb. 26, 2018
2016 Jeep Patriot Sport - I went to see Joy at the I45N and West Rd. location in Houston. My credit was below garbage level, but she worked tirelessly to get me into the vehicle that I fell in love with at a down payment AND a monthly payment that I could afford. Thank you DriveTime and THANK YOU Joy.
Reviewed Feb. 25, 2018
We were very impressed with DriveTime. Our salesman, Alex was so cordial and helpful with our vehicle purchase. He worked very hard in getting the best deal possible. I would definitely recommend Drive Time. The whole staff was so friendly and made you feel very comfortable.
Reviewed Feb. 25, 2018
I must give all props to the salesman. He was very honest... prompt, efficient. 5 stars from me. I am most definitely referring DriveTime to my family and friends. I feel so comfortable with my purchase.. Thank you so very Much.
Reviewed Feb. 25, 2018
I had a fantastic experience, the people were very nice. Very nice selection of vehicles. They all seem to be well kept, I didn’t feel took Advantage of, they were all friendly and very helpful, I would highly recommend this place and will be telling people about it, I will return in the future for future purchases. They called the next day and ask how we were and if we liked our purchase, very impressed!!
Reviewed Feb. 25, 2018
Our experience was very positive. We were greeted and made to feel at home. We were able find a great vehicle at a great price. We looked over options which fit our budget. Thank you for meeting all of our needs and exceeding our expectations.
Reviewed Feb. 25, 2018
Phillip and Ben were the salesmen who helped my husband and I. They were great at showing us all of our options. Both were kind friendly and patient with us. The managers were great as well letting us know all of our financing options and their recommendations. They even match the APR offer I received somewhere else. I would highly recommend DriveTime.
Reviewed Feb. 25, 2018
Ms. ** on the Northwest Freeway was very helpful. I came in on Friday after I got off and left with a car the same day. She helped with everything down to the insurance. She is the real MVP. Would recommend to anybody who doesn’t want to deal with the hassle of a big dealership.
Reviewed Feb. 25, 2018
Had a great experience at the DriveTime on Oracle Road in Tucson. Jennifer ** was my salesperson and was great to deal with, she put me at ease, walked me through the process and before I knew it I was driving away in my new car!! Thank you Jennifer and DriveTime!
Reviewed Feb. 25, 2018
John ** was the best help we could ask for. My wife loves the car so much and I'll be back for that S60 next year... lol. Thanks John and Thanks DriveTime for your excellent service to me and my family.
Reviewed Feb. 25, 2018
Gene and manager Kenny did a exactly job help us and took the time to find and help us get in really really nice crossover and there was a young woman who help so they even stayed extra late so could pick up our car. Thank you. I don't normally say to go to someone or somewhere but would tell people to go see them. Also let them know Daniel and Brandy ** told you go see Gene or Kenny they will. Help you get a nice ride in your price range and payments you can afford. THANK YOU GUYS.
Reviewed Feb. 25, 2018
I had a great experience at DT located in Marietta, GA. Reginald ** was very professional and patient. He was thorough in explaining my paperwork. Originally, I was determined to get a SUV but ended up purchasing the 2014 Volkswagon Passat. I would buy from DT again and refer my friends.
Reviewed Feb. 24, 2018
My car shopping experience with DriveTime was hassle free and Donnie was amazing. I would definitely refer people I know to DriveTime. I was unsure about my purchase and came back in the next day and Donnie helped me pick something that I knew I would love.
Reviewed Feb. 24, 2018
After searching for a vehicle high and low. I finally found exactly what we wanted through Drive Time. Our experience was excellent from the moment we walked in the door until the time we drove our vehicle off the lot!
Reviewed Feb. 24, 2018
I just purchased a vehicle and I LOVE IT!!! Mangy was an amazing sales rep and made me feel very good about my choice. I def recommend DriveTime. I love that I also have a 5 year warranty as well as gap coverage and it’s very affordable. Thanks Glen Burnie branch. You guys are awesome!!!
Reviewed Feb. 24, 2018
The gentlemen at DriveTime in Indianapolis, IN on 38th Street and Lafayette Road were the most outstanding representatives at DriveTime. Clay ** and Sean ** did everything they could to get me into the car of my dreams. I ran into a problem with not having enough information for them to proceed with the sale. So, instead of making me drive all the way home to find the right document, they called their headquarters and talked them into going around that little piece of information I needed. I am so thankful and appreciative that they went out of their way just to put a smile on my face. I would recommend going to these guys for a new car to anyone! If it was appropriate I would've hugged them when I was there. THANKS AGAIN DRIVETIME!??
Reviewed Feb. 22, 2018
I purchased a 2009 Jeep Liberty Dec 2016. I had the car less than 30 days and the water pumps goes out. Ok the dealership has me take it to Aamco where I meet a woman who got a car from them a week before mine and I get it back 2 days later. Now when purchasing this vehicle I was told it was free from defect. Now 2 weeks after the water pump went I go in for an oil change. The mechanic tells me that someone weld the bolt on the oil pan shut. But I guess this was missed in the inspection which means they don't change the oil before selling the car so I take it to Pep Boys mechanic and Pep Boys tells me they didn't even put oil in his car (DriveTime). Ok argue with DriveTime and Aeverex the warranty company cause I'm not paying a deductible for a problem they should have caught. Ok I get the car back 2 3 days later.
Now about the end of July the transmission goes. I take it to Aamco. I'm without my vehicle for almost a month so I get the vehicle back in August for a week and a half the motor goes. Now I'm without the vehicle for a month and everyone wants money even though I have no vehicle. So I get the vehicle back in September just before the hurricane. Now January 2018 the transmission has gone back out again. This is the worst car buying experience I've ever had. And if I ever run into those 2 chics from the commercial I got choice words for them and they should be called drive bad time. I wouldn't recommend y'all to my enemies. I also told them that I'm a honorably discharged veteran and would be paying with my disability payments once a month. At the dealership they tell they had to put me in for biweekly payments but after I make the 1st payment let Bridgecrest know and they'd fix it in their system. Oh what a lie. I will never recommend y'all to Anyone.
Hello Robert,
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review and I truly apologize for the frustration that this experience has caused you.
Please know that all of our vehicles are inspected prior to sale to prevent the concerns mentioned in your response. However, since these vehicles are pre-owned it can be difficult to determine if or when situations like this may occur. For this reason every vehicle sold from DriveTime comes with a 30-day/1,500-mile Limited warranty, along with the optional Vehicle Service Contract.
Regarding your loan terms, these are determined by the proof of income provided at the time of purchase. DriveTime strives to ensure all customers are set up for financial success by correlating the due date for payments with the date you are paid by your employer. Throughout the life of your loan, however, if your pay frequency from your employer changes you are able to contact Bridgecrest (our loan servicing company) to determine if you may be eligible for a frequency change.
Once again I am truly sorry for the inconvenience this has caused. Should you wish to discuss this matter in further detail, we invite you to contact our Customer Relations department at (800)965-8043 at your earliest convenience.
Respectfully,Jodi- Customer Relations
Reviewed Feb. 20, 2018
All the staff at West Covina are very honest, helpful, and got us into the car we wanted. We were welcomed in a kind, yet professional manner from the time we walked in to the time we left with our new car.
Reviewed Feb. 19, 2018
The purchase went smooth. Satisfied with the car and the payment. Thanks for the experience with buying a used car cause it's been a few years since I purchased used. Thanks DriveTime and I would recommend you for further purchases.
Reviewed Feb. 19, 2018
Everyone was helpful at DriveTime Van Nuys. I would recommend to a friend. It took 5 hours to complete all the paperwork, Marquis took his time with answering any questions we had, and explained everything well.
Reviewed Feb. 19, 2018
I had a very pleasant experience. I am a very happy customer. My sale rep was very patient and gave me the right vehicle that’s suitable for me. I would most definitely refer more people here. This is one of the best dealer shop I’ve been to.
Hello Shieisha,
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback regarding your recent experience. While your sentiment appears very positive, the rating hints that there may have been some level of dissatisfaction. Should you have any concerns or feedback, please reach out to my Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.
Thank You,
Kaitlyn - Customer Relations
Reviewed Feb. 19, 2018
Mike and Adam at DriveTime in Boardman, Ohio did an excellent job getting my husband the car he wanted, when he was ripped by someone else. They were nice, courteous, and did everything they could to make sure we were happy and left in a car!!! I'll definitely be using them again!
Reviewed Feb. 19, 2018
Great experience buying a car at DriveTime! Yanira and Charles made it very smooth. They did everything to make it easy! I got a great car at a great price that I’m very happy with. I traded in my old car and received a very fair price.
Reviewed Feb. 19, 2018
Carlos was a big help along with Andy. They did an amazing job and provided a car that fitting my needs. The car is in great condition with low miles and well maintained. Overall an amazing experience and would recommend to friends and family.
Reviewed Feb. 19, 2018
Easy buying experience, sales people here were very friendly and very helpful. I would more than likely buy another vehicle from DriveTime and will also recommend others to go car shopping here at DriveTime and enjoy the experience of car shopping.
Reviewed Feb. 19, 2018
Very nice people and great deals. They were informative and helpful. They also gave me what a great experience. I will definitely recommend people to go to DriveTime if they are looking for a great used car because the deals is great.
Reviewed Feb. 18, 2018
Jose was very professional and patient working with me on the purchase of my vehicle. It took awhile looking at several different ones and looking not only at the Temple location but also checking the other locations that were close by. For the best options.
Reviewed Feb. 18, 2018
Chad helped me with the purchase of my new car. He was very hands on. He made sure I understood every step. The customer service was great! I am a very happy customer! He prepared everything before I got there so the purchase of the car was really fast. I would definitely recommend DriveTime to my friends and I would be sure to tell them to ask for Chad.
Reviewed Feb. 18, 2018
I had a very good experience there. Everyone was very nice. Shantell was my sales person. She was very nice and polite. I would buy a car from her again and I will recommend other people to check you out. Thank you for a good experience.
Reviewed Feb. 18, 2018
The workers were very helpful and easy to get along with. Answered all my questions. Only issue I have is my radio not working the day after I bought the car. Radio was working fine during test drive and only works in certain areas now. Very aggravating.
Hello Kim,
Thank you for taking the time to provide your review. I want to apologize that your radio is not working properly and would like to make sure that it is addressed. Please know that all of our vehicles do come with a 30 day/1,500 mile limited warranty to take care of issues should they arise shortly after purchase. Please know that I will be reaching out to you within the next 24-48 hours to address this personally.
Thank You,
Kaitlyn - Customer Relations
Reviewed Feb. 18, 2018
Christopher worked his magic on my account. He fixed everything for us and made it to where me and my husband could both build our credit. I recommend him to anyone. He needs a raise lol but he’s a great people's person and takes his time to satisfy.
Reviewed Feb. 18, 2018
Kalyeb made my car buying experience better than words can say. He is knowledgeable, and pleasant. He was detailed and delivered a positive car buying experience. I decided to wait for him and it was worth the wait. Don't ever let him go. Thanks Kalyeb!
Reviewed Feb. 18, 2018
From the time I submitted information online as to what type of vehicle I was interested in, and completed a pre-approved questionnaire, visited the dealership I was completely amazed. I wasn't pressured into anything, I was shown what was available to me that would meet my financial status and this took place on a Friday morning at 11:00 AM and I was leaving with my newly purchased vehicle by 4:00 PM. The time frame would have been much shorter than this, but do to a couple of things I had to take care of, not anything concerning DriveTime.
Reviewed Feb. 18, 2018
I have to say that I can’t say anything bad about my experience. Keith ** and Brian ** was amazing. Very polite, told them what met our needs and they found it. Also everyone there was super respectful. They went out of there way to email me on multiple occasions to help us get in a car that met our needs. Knowing we live 2 hours away they took into consideration to communicate through email and calls. I give five out of five.
Reviewed Feb. 17, 2018
The process to get a car was so easy. My husband and I really appreciated all of the help we received from Faith in the process of getting a car. Faith was very friendly and professional. We had a great experience and would definitely recommend DriveTime Mesa to others.
Reviewed Feb. 17, 2018
I’m very pleased with DriveTime but Vincent’s customer service was the cherry on top to our experience. He made the whole car buying process so smooth and headache free. We are so amazed with the car we were able to drive off (2016 Hyundai Sonata). Thank you Vincent! Btw we went we went to the Garland location.
Reviewed Feb. 17, 2018
One of the greatest moment was when I got my 2007 Jeep Liberty. I made the payments on time and everything. As time progress, I decided to go back to college and things kinda fell apart. Now I want people to know that DriveTime, several times over, helped me out with extensions and stuff. And I appreciated all the time they helped me out. Towards the end, I got a great job and started making some higher payments to catch up. I was about $3500 and still a little behind when a small loan agent suggested that I talk to the DT dealership and see what they could do to help me out with the Champ Program. *DT Champ is for DriveTime’s existing clients who have reached $4,500 or less of balance. The program gets them lower interest rate on the next loan, little or zero down payment, and all the benefits of One True Price.*
The young man worked with me and showed me several vehicles that were available as to what I wanted (another SUV). He made several calls and told me later that in order for them to help me out. I had to catch up on what I was behind, which I did on Friday for my appointment we had set. Before we could discuss anything, I had to make this payment and then we could continue. After the payment was made, suddenly I was only eligible for one 2017 vehicle (a car) and everything else was like 2-5 years old. Does it matter that I put $27,000.00 into the vehicle. When I fell behind I kept offering DriveTime the chance to please pick up the jeep and was told, "we don't want you to lose the jeep, let us help you."
When I called DriveTime small loans, I just get the "we apologize, but we do not handle what they do at the dealership" which is probably true. I was never the perfect customer and I will admit that but after all that money I put into my jeep, the attempts at the end to take care of my payments, you would think a dealership would do anything to get me to buy another vehicle. I am beyond disappointed in DriveTime today. I was promised a new vehicle if I made my payment and turned in my jeep. The Champ Program was supposed to be a special thing for a customer who was under $4500.00 on his loan.
In the end, DT lied to me as a customer and made no attempt to help me out. I guess the people who try to do the right thing, just never win. Congratulations to DriveTime for doing a bait and switch on me to get a payment and not honoring your Champ Program. After all these years and all the money I have given you, I leave you this review.
Hello Ricky,
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We always appreciate customer feedback, as it aids us in improving our customer experience. I am very sorry to hear that you are displeased with the offer made to you through our champ program.
While we make every effort to accommodate our loyal customers through this program, please know that there are a number of different factors that can affect approval options during a dealership visit, whether it be a champ program inquiry or otherwise.
I would be more than happy to further address your concerns; However, due to the unique and private nature of your situation, it would be difficult for me to provide further insight in a public forum.
If you wish to discuss this matter further, I would strongly recommend that you reach out to your local DriveTime dealership.
Respectfully,
Jacob - Customer Relations
Reviewed Feb. 16, 2018
I bought my 2011 Chevy Cruze back in Jan 2017. I have had consecutive issues with this car since. Wishing 3 days I had to put in a claim. I’ve only had this car for a year and I’ve had two transmissions replaced and I continue to have issues. I have driven this car consecutively for a month without having to call in an issue or my check engine light comes on. Obviously I was sold a lemon. But I will say the customer service is okay compared to some other companies, but whomever I spoke to this last time was not nice or empathetic at all to my situation so... just save yourself and go to another company.
Hello Shonta,
Thank you for taking the time to speak about your experience. I am saddened to hear that you are disheartened with us. Please know that prior to being placed on our lots, all of our vehicles are inspected. However, since we are working with pre-owned vehicles, we understand that mechanical concerns may arise. It is for this reason that we provide a 30 day/1,500 mile limited warranty and optional vehicle service contract.
I would like to know more about what you are currently experiencing. Please contact my Customer Relations team at (888)290-0148.
Thank You,
Kaitlyn - Customer Relations
Reviewed Feb. 15, 2018
Ok so it's not the staff’s fault. The staff is a very polite and professional. The staff took real good care of me while I was in there. The problem is I selected a vehicle that I liked, got approved for the vehicle and was told a down payment and when got there it was twice the amount. I spent an hour there to get told that it's a different amount their website. They teach you to come in and then they give you the real price when you get there. In my opinion it is a bait-and-switch website. They give you the lowest down payment they tell you that you're approved for but when you get there it's a different story. This is the second time this has happened. The first time we went ahead and overlooked it and bought the vehicle. This time being twice the amount I'm not going to overlook it. I think that's crap. It is a bait-and-switch website. Do not believe what they tell you for a down payment.
Hello Dennis,
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback and I am pleased to haer that our staff took great care of you.
In regards to the down payment, I apologize for any confusion this may have caused. While we are able to provide an estimated down payment for each of our customers during the online approval process, please keep in mind that this amount is subject to change based on verified of the documentation provided to the dealership at the time of sale.
Please know that we value you as a loyal customer. Should anything change your situation, we would greatly appreciate the opportunity to earn your business.
Thank YouJodi-Customer Relations
Reviewed Feb. 15, 2018
The staff at DriveTime were extremely helpful and professional. Our sales associate took the time to explain the features of the vehicle and was very helpful in answering all of our questions. I will definitely recommend friends and family that are looking for a vehicle to go see them!!!
Reviewed Feb. 14, 2018
Best time buying a car ever, Charles ** listened to what I wanted and found a way to get me just what I wanted. Amazing guy and place to buy a vehicle. Thank you for everything. I would recommend this place to a friend anytime. I was at no time ever pressured into buying something I did not want.
Reviewed Feb. 12, 2018
Brandi has been a wonderful help to me in finding the perfect vehicle for me. I have been looking for over a month and she has called and checked on me and she has offered her help in any way possible. Everytime I or someone I sent to look at the car I was interested in, she was right there to lend her helping hand. She, being a young lady, had no problems opening that hood and explaining things. She checked the oil like a pro. Excellent customer service!!
Reviewed Feb. 12, 2018
I WILL NOT RECOMMENDED ANYONE PURCHASE VEHICLE FROM DRIVETIME. I had purchase 2010 Chevy Malibu on Nov 27 2017 DriveTime in Aurora Illinois. Dec 4th I started having problem with the vehicle (steering gets stiff at stops, power steering and icy road lights start flashing). I been complaining to DriveTime. They said need take to one of their SR-Repair network, so I took to one of their network in Naperville, IL on Dec 7th 2017 but DriveTime/SR-Repair was not happy with results and they wanted me take it to second network. And so I took to AAMCO on Dec 11 2017 and they did the diagnostic: C0545 Steering Wheel Torque Input Sensor, dealer has recall for new updated steering column (recall Aug 2015).
On Jan 18 2018 I took vehicle to Hawk GM dealership in Joliet, IL they replace Steering Shaft Torque Sensor 1.5. This vehicle have so many problem. Why dealership will sell vehicle like this??? SERVICE NEEDED DONE. Throttle body replacement: The check engine light is on for P2135 TPS correlation. Torque converter cover: Torque converter seal leaking drip. Brakes: Front brakes at 4mm. To get all this fix will cost me 2440.43. Vehicle total sale price $13161.27. I ask if they can work with me get into another vehicle. They refused to help me. They said you can surrounded the vehicle but will go on your credit.
Hello Scott,
Thank you for taking the opportunity to write your review. I am deeply sorry to hear that you are unhappy with your vehicle due to the various mechanical issues you mentioned in your review.
Please know that our vehicles are inspected prior to sale in an effort to prevent situations such as these. However, due to the nature of pre-owned vehicles, it can be somewhat difficult to predict exactly if or when these issues may occur. For this reason, all vehicles sold from our dealerships include an initial 30-day/1,500-mile limited warranty, in addition to the extended vehicle service contract that we offer as an optional product at the time of sale for further peace of mind.
That said, I want to apologize for any frustration this situation has caused. Upon further review, I see that you have recently been in contact with my Customer Relations team regarding the concerns addressed in your review. If you wish to discuss this matter further, please feel free to reach back out.
Respectfully,
Jacob – Customer Relations
Reviewed Feb. 12, 2018
Had a great experience purchasing a vehicle from DriveTime on West Broad Street. Our salesmen Nick ** is very helpful on the purchase of our vehicle. Would recommend to a friend or family member. Their inventory of vehicles are very nice clean.
Reviewed Feb. 12, 2018
I went to DriveTime just to gather information on the process of purchasing a vehicle. Long story short, 2 hrs later... I got approved and drove off with a 2013 Chevy Malibu. Location is at Chattanooga Tn. Friendly staff and very professional. I have no complaints on the staff and process of purchasing a vehicle from DriveTime. They also accommodated my young daughter to Popcorn, TV, and Water while she waited for me.
Reviewed Feb. 12, 2018
Was very pleased with the experience of purchasing my new car. Everyone was very helpful. That’s the way I like buying a car, in and out in a couple of hours. Thank you DriveTime for a great experience! I am really enjoying my new car!
Reviewed Feb. 11, 2018
I received outstanding customer service on February 10, 2018 at the North Tryon store in Charlotte NC. Special thanks to Tiffany, Mia and Sudan for the excellent job they did in making my car buying experience smooth and easy. The dealership was easy to find and very clean. The whole staff was nice and friendly.
Reviewed Feb. 11, 2018
Solomon worked hard to get exactly what I was looking for. I am picky and he was very patient with me and made me feel comfortable in the whole experience. I would recommend anyone go to Drive Time for their next car. Don't think "I can't get a nice car". Go to Drive Time. Give them a few minutes and to you will see how easy it is.
Reviewed Feb. 11, 2018
I truly appreciated the efforts of the staff here. Jesse ** was super helpful, and patient staying over past closing go ensure I had all my options. Thank you again! I didn't think I had a chance to get a new and reliable car.
Reviewed Feb. 11, 2018
I had the most wonderful experience at DriveTime. Everyone in the building was very friendly, especially Jeff who was super helpful and walked us to the entire process. Jeff made sure that he found us find a car that was within my budget. I would recommend DriveTime to anyone.
Reviewed Feb. 10, 2018
I am very unhappy with DriveTime. I have purchase 4 vehicle's with Champion points, paid off all vehicles, I was told that I could purchase any vehicle with no down payment, I tried just a day ago, now I'm told that because my car was paid from insurance when we had bad hail that my Champion points were taken away. The salesperson had me and my husband after telling us that we qualified for no down payment and then a few minutes later saying we don't. I got to DriveTime at 2:00 pm and finally left with no vehicle at 9:30 pm. Very frustrating with the yes & no salesperson. DriveTime San Antonio Tx on SW Military Dr.
Hello Mary,
Thank you for taking the time to bring this to our attention. I want to apologize for the dissatisfaction and confusion. In regards to our Champ program, please know that the process would involve the trade in of a prior DriveTime financed vehicle. Since your vehicle was totaled out with insurance and therefore not traded in, the Champ option would not be available.However, if you did purchase GAP insurance, there may be other options for approval. Should you decide to offer us another chance, we would be more than happy to serve you.
Thank You,
Kaitlyn - Customer Relations
Reviewed Feb. 8, 2018
My experience with DriveTime was great. All the sales representatives were very helpful and considerate. They made buying my car effortless. I would recommend your company and have recommended your company to anyone who is looking for a used car. Thank you guys for a great experience.
Reviewed Feb. 6, 2018
I enjoyed my experience from application approval to driving off lot with my beautiful Equinox. I prayed for the blessing of a vehicle with more room since 11/4/16. I got denied by other dealerships, but still never lost faith in what I asked God and now years later after waiting, DriveTime Approved me. God is so good... Thank you to the Pensacola location for this opportunity. Smiles.
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