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Reviewed July 5, 2016
My overall experience with this dealership was fantastic! The salesman Crisjon ** was a pure delight to work with. He was very professional and very pleasant. He took away the anxiety that usually goes with buying a new/used car and made the whole process extremely stress-free. He deserves a raise!! Great job Crisjon! I would highly recommend this dealership to all my friends.
Reviewed July 4, 2016
These people are very nice. They listen to your concerns and give you your choice of vehicles. You don't have to buy the vehicle they want you to have. You can buy the 1 you want. I will be a repeat customer.
Reviewed July 4, 2016
Was like family that took real good care of me. Lou ** was great. Thanks. :)
Reviewed July 4, 2016
I had a wonderful experience at DriveTime. They did absolutely everything in their power in order to ensure that I left with a vehicle, and I could not have asked for a better salesperson Araceli or sales experience. I would highly recommend them to anyone who needs a vehicle.
Reviewed July 3, 2016
Thank you so much Cameron **!! I have a new car because of you and all the help you gave me!! I'm so excited for my car. I recommend that anyone who is looking to buy a new car that they go to DriveTime in Gainesville, FL. Everybody in the Gainesville office is absolutely great!!
Reviewed July 3, 2016
Hey. This is Robert ** in HBG, PA. I am very pleased and grateful for all you and your team has done for me. I thank you all for a great car and the hardwork. Thanks.
Reviewed July 3, 2016
The employees at DriveTime were all very nice. They went beyond their duty to make this experience as easy as possible. My only complaint was the time there was so long, so don't take kids. Not a good place for them.
Reviewed July 3, 2016
I love DriveTime and all the people who work there. Thanks so much for helping get into a great car!!!
Reviewed July 3, 2016
No complaints. Excellent customer service.
Reviewed July 3, 2016
Everyone was a great help! Thank you!!! Jarrett, Zachary, Terrence, Mr **. Teamwork - you guys are great!!!
Reviewed July 3, 2016
Great customer service from Brenda and her co-worker. Very professional and courteous.
Reviewed July 2, 2016
My initial contact was with Mr. ** and I felt very comfortable and was treated well. We left, slept on it a night, and came back in 2 days to purchase the car. I was waiting for Mr. ** to free up when I was ask by the finance lady to allow Kingsley to handle the deal. Nothing was completely explained to me about the tags, how they needed a binder from my Insurance company before I could drive the car home. My car was not cleaned up before I took it home. The windows were dirty inside and out and before I had the keys and the car was ready to be taken home I was moved to a center table so that Kingsley could handle another customer. David ** knows what customer service is and how to treat people.
Hello Denise,
Thank you for taking the time to submit a review about your dealership visit. I am happy to hear that your initial visit to us was rewarding but am sad to hear that the excellent service was not continued upon your return. It is our goal to ensure our customers are well informed and comfortable throughout the sales process. We never want our customers to walk away feeling unsure about the process of registration or insurance and what will be needed. Please rest assured I will be bringing your feedback to the attention of the dealership’s management to ensure we continue to act as a reliable resource for any information our customer’s may need. I would also like to apologize for the condition in which you described receiving the vehicle as all of our vehicles should be washed prior to being released. I will be sure to notify the dealership of this to prevent situations such as these form occurring in the future.
I sincerely appreciate your feedback as it allows us the opportunity to continue improving upon our level of service. Please know that if you ever have any questions about your vehicle or account, we are here to help. Should you have any further concerns, please feel free to contact my department, Customer Relations, at 888-290-0148.
Thank you for your time, I hope you have a wonderful day.
Sincerely,Natalie – Customer Relations
Reviewed July 2, 2016
Thank you so much to the entire staff at DriveTime Duluth!! Everyone was so helpful and friendly! Kamar ** is a great salesperson that I feel went above and beyond the call of duty in helping me find the perfect car for me!!
Reviewed July 2, 2016
Came in on Thursday the 30th filled out all the paperwork. The 1st of July I came in with the down payment and finished the paperwork. I was told I will have my vehicle the following day. I was put through a colossal runaround and my July 4th weekend is ruined. Thanks a lot Drivetime.
Hello Brian,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. I am sincerely sorry that you had a less than perfect experience with DriveTime and the purchase of your vehicle. I want to assure you that we strive to provide the utmost customer service the moment you walk in the door. We want to attend to all customers and their needs and we want to ensure that our customers understand all aspects of the vehicle and loan they are getting into. The underwriting process can be disconcerting to some customers, which is why we take the time to explain the contract and the terms so that customers can fully understand. We want each and every customer to have a personalized DriveTime experience, and because of this the time spent at the dealership may vary.
Again I want to apologize that you did not have a 5 star experience and I thank you for bringing these matters to my attention. Should you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out. My department, Customer Relations, can be reached at 888-290-0148.
Respectfully,Andrew – Customer Relations
Reviewed July 2, 2016
Everyone was super helpful and very friendly. They were able to work with our budget and get us driving in our new car on the same day!
Reviewed July 2, 2016
My experience at DriveTime was as good as it gets. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Car was better than promised. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend a friend. Thanks Juan **.
Reviewed July 2, 2016
The overall experience was positive. I worked with Dallas from the Arch Road location in Midlothian. Overall, I feel that he was attentive to and interested in my needs. He managed to stay collected when my wife's interests evolved. He transferred a RAV4 at my request, only to have my wife shoot it down...could agree upon. Dallas DriveTime did not give up on us and saw our sincerity. We closed the deal. We got the car we wanted. I would have preferred more time on explaining how my financing went up from 14K to 20K, but I now understand. I would have preferred a more understanding of closing fees, which add to the cost in the end loan overall. Insurance, insurance, and insurance.
Reviewed July 2, 2016
My experience with Drivetime was great because of these reasons. They approved me for a Lease package that is awesome. The van I chose was located in Columbus Ohio and the Sales Agent went and picked it up. His name is Paul **, he gave great friendly customer service. He informed me of how their leasing program works and answered all of my questions. The Van drives great, but it had a pet smell. They even gave me a paid detailing voucher to take care of it. They really treat people with less than perfect credit with respect and kindness, and for this I would tell people with credit like mine that Drivetime is the place. Awesome! I was able to drive off the lot the same day???
Reviewed July 1, 2016
I had a great experience with DriveTime, and they exceeded my expectations as far as dealerships go... Thank you...
Reviewed July 1, 2016
I had a great experience at this location.
Reviewed June 30, 2016
Everyone was so helpful, patient, and nice. This was a big deal to me and I really appreciate how well I was taken care of. Frances ** was the best. I will definitely send my friends and family to him.
Reviewed June 30, 2016
I had a very pleasurable experience at DriveTime. Everyone worked so hard to assure I left with a great car that fits my budget. I definitely would recommend DriveTime to anyone looking to purchase a car.
Reviewed June 30, 2016
Drive Time 6535 Winchester Road, Memphis TN - Terrell ** was the best! He made the car buying experience easy and was done quickly. The staff was professional and I would recommend this dealership to all of my family and friends.
Reviewed June 30, 2016
I had excellent service. Jr keep me in good spirits. Best service I had. And my grandkids keep driving me crazy and Jr keep them busy. I would recommend a friend for sure.
Reviewed June 30, 2016
I bought my vehicle at LAUDERDALE LAKES 2300 N STATE RD 7, LAUDERDALE LAKES, Florida 33311, (954) 331-6210. My salesperson was ** and **. Very polite and helpful when it came to Any questions or concerns I had about buying a used vehicle. The commercial was spot on when they say, "We will get you a car the same day." Helped me the best as possible with a down payment and credit check to fit my needs to getting my the best vehicle for my budget. I would recommend my family and friends to this location. Great service and great attitudes. Best car dealership in south Florida.
Reviewed June 30, 2016
We just love DriveTime. They are super nice and make sure to get you what you want!!! Awesome.
Reviewed June 29, 2016
Sudan ** and all staff that I worked with were very knowledgeable and helpful in finding the best suited car for my needs for the most reasonable down payment and monthly price. I would recommend this location to anyone looking for a new vehicle.
Reviewed June 29, 2016
Excellent customer service Jarrett ** was very helpful and nice. Everyone was nice. Good staff.
Reviewed June 29, 2016
Edwin ** and Victor made my experience easy and took the time to explain my options and questions because it was first time doing business with DriveTime. Because of their customer service I plan to get my next vehicle here. Thank you.
Reviewed June 29, 2016
I don't want anyone to think I am overrating this company. But I was devastated with the loss of my car in the flooding in Rainelle, WV just 1 week ago tomorrow. I didn't feel like having to pour over all my financial history with a bank loan just to get into a car, which is part of my job. I told them what I was looking for at DriveTime, and they pointed out several options for me and the budget I had to work with. The staff were highly knowledgeable and really got me in the car that best suited me and what I needed. I also put down a down payment for my daughter at the same time, because she had lost her car as well! We are both thrilled to pieces. I highly recommend DriveTime to everyone who needs a car in a hurry.
Reviewed June 29, 2016
We bought a 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara from Darrell ** yesterday. He was very patient and kind. He worked with us most of the day. At no time did I feel the pressure you get at most dealerships. I would highly recommend you giving them a try!
Reviewed June 29, 2016
I would like to say thank you to the employees at the W Wendover DriveTime. You all were very nice and pleasant to work with. If I hear of anyone needing a car I will send them to you all. Thanks again.
Reviewed June 29, 2016
Got a super car... thanks to Devin...
Reviewed June 29, 2016
Started having trouble after first 5 days with car. Took it to have it checked out, was told nothing wrong. Now 4 months later brake sensors bad!!! Told by one place thermostat housing bad, air compressor leak by one place. Told to take to dealership. They found nothing wrong now. I HAVE TO PAY DIAGNOSTIC FEES!!! RIPOFF DRIVETIME AND AEVEREX.
Hi Mona,
Thank you for taking the time out to bring your frustrations to our attention. Your frustrations are very understandable and I genuinely apologize for the mechanical issues taking place. It is my goal to review this matter to see how I can turn things around for you.
All DriveTime vehicles undergo a full mechanical inspection to guarantee the safety and reliability of the vehicle. Even with these inspections being completed, we are never able to determine if a future failure may arise. Whenever a customer purchases or leases a vehicle, we provide a 30 day or 1500 mile warranty at no additional charge. Our finance customers have the option of purchasing additional coverage and our lease vehicles come with a “Life of Lease” warranty. DriveTime stands behind their vehicles and will work diligently to resolve issues if ever they arise.
Please understand, if ever a customer has vehicle concerns and they are outside of their 30 days or 1500 mile warranty, any diagnostic charges would be the customer’s responsibility as explained within the warranty contract. I can understand how having an out of pocket expense is a less than ideal.
I would like to take some time to further review this matter. I will be contacting you within the next 24-48 business hours to ensure I am providing you with the most appropriate resolution. Should you prefer immediate assistance, you are welcome to contact our Customer Relations Department at (888)290-0148 ad a member of the team will be happy to assist.
Thank you and I hope you have a wonderful day.Philisha-Customer Relations
Reviewed June 29, 2016
My dealer (Mark) was very friendly and the whole team went out of their way to make sure my time was well spent. The vehicle they found for me later saved my life! Would recommend to anyone looking to buy a new car!
Reviewed June 29, 2016
Don't buy a vehicle, a car from DriveTime!!! I brought a Volvo XC90 from the location in Temple Hills. All their vehicles come from the auction. They are sold as is. That's why they make you purchase the extend warranty. I'm really upset with them, the lemon I brought from them -- this vehicle. The 2nd day the tire blew out while driving on the Highway 66. Ok they replaced the tires, had the tires put on. Back on the highway driving and the people that put them didn't tighten the nuts so one of the tires went riding past while I was on the highway. It's a lot more things that need to be done, and DriveTime I'm really not impress with. So yesterday I was driving the truck. Started making more noise driving and some part flew off and I was unable to drive my vehicle. I have pay for a tow truck three times within 30 days. My family and friends are just giving me the blank stare because I bought a lemon. Stay away if possible. Bad customer services.
Tiffany,
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I’m sorry to see that you have not enjoyed your experience with us, as we strive to provide each and every customer with excellent service at the dealership as well as after sale. I can assure you that 95 percent of our customers have a positive experience, and we work tirelessly to find the best resolution available for the 5 percent whose experience was less than ideal.
Before we put a vehicle on our lot, it must undergo a thorough inspection to ensure that it meets our stringent standards. If our certified mechanics find any failed components, these components are replaced. However, as with any pre-owned vehicle, we have no way to foresee if or when future issues may arise. For this reason, each and every DriveTime vehicle comes with an initial 1,500 mile/30 day limited warranty.
Regarding your concerns about the warranties offered, we present the option of purchasing an extended warranty to our customers. While the extended warranties offer wonderful benefits and peace-of-mind, these products are optional. We leave the final decision to purchase an extended warranty to the customer.
I see that we have been working with you regarding your concerns, and it is my understanding that we have come to an amicable resolution. Please feel free to reach out should you have any further questions or concerns and either I or a member of Customer Relations will be glad to assist.
Respectfully,Tyler – Customer Relations
Reviewed June 29, 2016
I purchased my 2013 Ford Focus on October15, 2015 from an establishment DriveTime. The car was purchased used, with 90,158 miles on it. The salesman informed me that the car used to be a rental and that there were no problems with it. On October 17, 2015, I noticed that the service light was on and around the same time I noticed that the car was having a hard time switching gears. I called Aeverex, the warranty company for DriveTime. They advised me to take the car to get a diagnostic and referred me to Williams Automotive in Las Vegas. I went back to DriveTime on October 19, 2015 to see if there was another car there that I would be interested in. Unfortunately, the only car I was interested in was in California, and they stated that they could not do a transfer to another state. The salesman that sold me the car was off that day, so my only other option was to go ahead and get the car repaired.
On October 20, 2015, I took the car to Williams Automotive and they did a diagnostic. They told me that the car had an E-Vape leak, turned the service light off and said to come back if the light came back on. On October 24, 2015 the service light came back on, so I called Williams Auto and they told me to bring the car back in. October 29, 2015 I took the car back and they stated that the E-Vape wasn't sealing and had dirt in it, so they cleaned it out. When I went to pick up the car the service light was off and they stated that the car was fixed. On November 6, 2015 the service light came back on. I called Aeverex and informed them of my concern. They suggested that I get a second opinion and referred me to AAMCO. I took the car in to them on November 11, 2015 and informed them on my concerns; lacking power, not switching gears.
The mechanic requested to ride in the car with me, and agreed that the car was acting funny, stated that it could be the transmission. We went back to the shop, and he turned off the service light, and told me to bring the car back if it comes back on. On November 13, 2015 the service light came back on. I took the car back to AAMCO on November 16, 2015 for a diagnostic and they stated that they needed a new E-Vape vent pipe and solenoid vent purge. That work was completed on November 18, 2016. About a week in a half later that service light came back on and I took the car back to AAMCO. I was still having issues with the car switching gears, lack of power and now I was having problems with the locks unlocking and locking.
I took the car in on December 2, 2015. AAMCO did another diagnostic and stated that the car needed a fuel sending unit pump, and a new fuel tank. The work was completed on that day. I was really upset because this car is only a 2013 model. Sometime toward the middle of February the service light came back on when I was out of town. I called AAMCO and made an appointment on March 11, 2016, for another diagnostic test and was told that the car needed a fuel pump for the E-Vape system. I waited a little over two months for the parts to come in. I took the car in on May 19, 2016 to have the fuel pump fixed and was told that they came across another problem and that I also needed to have the canister E-Vape vent valve fixed. They did turn off the service light. As of today the service light is still on, and I am still having issues with the car.
On May 14, 2016 I took the car to Friendly Ford, for a recall repair on the Transmission Control Module. The service person informed me that by fixing the recall that that would not guarantee that would make the service light go off, and he was correct. As stated before I am still having issues with the car. The service light is still on and the car is having problems switching gear, going into reverse (I have to turn the car completely off), starting up after applying gas and the odometer seems to be off when gas is getting low.
I experienced a very difficult time getting the car to pass smog so that I could get the car registered. DriveTime did not transfer my title to California as promised at the time of purchase, and when I brought it to their attention they stated that it was already sent off to Nevada. When I was finally able to pass smog on May 21, 2016, the service light came back on, 5 minutes after I left the location of the smog check. Additionally, the vehicle was towed from the complex where I love because the plate was expired, as I had been unable to get it registered. That situation placed me in a hardship situation, having to park my car a block and a half away from my residence in order for it not to be towed again due to its non-current registration.
I paid to get my car from Quality Towing on March 8, 2016. When I was finally able to register the car on May 31, 2016 I had to pay an additional late charge because of the time frame. I did show the DMV all the paperwork to provide that there were issues with the car and the service light, but I still was charge an additional late charges. I have had to call out of work and miss hours due to this car situation.
At this point, I have absolutely no confidence in any future repairs on this vehicle. I feel like I was taken advantage of by from DriveTime and was sold a car with many mechanical issues that were not disclosed upon purchase. I believe that this is both illegal and unethical. I was so excited to get this vehicle, but I have not been able to enjoy because of all the issues that I have been having with it; it is unreliable. This has caused me a great deal of stress. If you have any questions, or need clarification in any aspects of this matter, please feel free to contact me at my contact information noted below. Thank you in advance for your assistance.
Hello Sequoia,
Thank you for taking the time to voice your concerns. I am sincerely sorry to hear of the issues you have encountered with the operation and registration of your vehicle and would like to see how I can assist. Although all of our vehicles undergo thorough inspection prior to sale, we understand that sometimes concerns may arise after sale that we were unable to predict. For additional support, we provide a complimentary 30 day/1,500 mile limited warranty for all of our vehicles, and have extended coverage options available to purchase for our finance customers. However, even with precautions and protection plans, we know there may be some instances that arise which warrant further review.
Due to the nature and frequency of the concerns you mentioned, I would like to investigate these issues further to try to find an amicable resolution. In order to best assist, I will be reaching out to you within the next 24-48 business hours to discuss. Should you be in need of immediate assistance, you are more than welcome to give my department, Customer Relations, a call at 888-290-0148.
I truly appreciate your time and feedback, and look forward to speaking with you soon.
Respectfully,Natalie – Customer Relations
Reviewed June 29, 2016
I am so proud that Brandon at DriveTime got me into my car. I want to say everyone there was so nice and friendly. Loving my car and special thanks to Brandon **... For getting me into my car... Will definitely tell everyone who's looking for a car to come to DriveTime.
Reviewed June 28, 2016
Everyone was very nice and helpful in our purchase of our truck.
Reviewed June 28, 2016
Van ** did a wonderful job at making my car buying experience short and simple!
Reviewed June 28, 2016
Purchased a 2014 Volkswagen Jetta with just under 37K miles from DriveTime on May 4, 2016. The engine light came on the 3rd week of having the car. We called the Volkswagen dealer and spoke with a service man who informed us to ensure the gas cap was on tight, which we did and that did not solve the problem. A few days after driving off the lot, I tried turning on the wiper fluid to wash the windshield and it did not squirt fluid out and the wipers made a very loud clicking sound when turned on. The next problem we notice in week number two, when starting the car it would not crank. I had to turn the switch over about 4 to 5 times for it to start. We then called Volkswagen and they said that could be an electrical problem or a problem with the starter.
We notified DriveTime of these findings and was still under our 30 day warranty but when we were able to get the car to them physically, we were 71 miles over the 1500 hundred mile limit due to the fact that we were out of town and could not get to the dealership right away. The fact that they were put on notice in a timely manner should have been enough but we have encountered the worst customer service from the dealership and Bridgecrest. We went to Volkswagen and had a diagnostics test ran on the car and all sort of problems were found that should have been found by DriveTime since they claim they do a 10 point inspection. How do you not discover a battery acid leak that is burning through the air tube and do not know the wipers are bad and there is blockage in the wiper fluid receptor?
These are issues that should be found on a 10 point inspection, per Volkswagen serviceman. The repair estimate came out to $2600 worth of work. All this was submitted to DriveTime almost 2 weeks ago and we were told from the time of submission it would take 48 hours to get a word back on going forward on the repairs. Meanwhile, Bridgecrest is called and hounding for payment, which we have held off on until we get word back on repairs. We have sent in two payments but I am refusing to pay anymore until this company do right by me for this lousy purchase!!! We get several rude representatives calling, threatening to repo the car if a payment is not made. I do understand contractual law but this company has a responsibility to its consumers.
This company pushes for their customers to buy the extended warranty, which to me says that they expect the car to go out soon as it drive off the lot but when you purchase a 2 year old card with less than 40K miles, any reasonable customer would naturally assume it will not fall apart before 30 days. This company markets a 10 point inspection but not really doing so because if they were doing a 10 point inspection, many of the problems with my car would have been picked up on. I also work with a woman whose son bought a car from DriveTime and it went out in 2 days. The car is in the shop and they are being told it need a new motor yet Bridgecrest is hounding for the payment and these people don't even have a car. It's very difficult to pay a car not when you have to pay someone to get you to and from your job. DriveTime and Bridgecrest will never get my business again.
I know several people employed with local media companies here in Houston, Texas and I am about to warn everyone to stay away from this company. I am also going to make an anti-DriveTime/Bridgecrest page on Facebook and Twitter to let the world know of these scam artists. I don't mind taking a credit hit if I can't get this issue resolve with this company. I will turn this car back in to them!!! PLEASE STAY AWAY FROM DRIVETIME. THEY SELL JUNK CARS AND MOST OF THEM HAVE MORE THAN 60K MILES ON THEM!!! I lucked up and got one under 40k thinking I found a bargain but it was a joke!!! They are only friendly until you sign on the dotted line!!! I am sure my review won't make it on their site as I only see people with good reviews and I am inclined to think all these people work for Bridecrest and DriveTime!!!
Rhonda,
Thank you for bringing this matter to my attention. I would like to start off by apologizing for any frustration or inconvenience this matter may have caused, as I understand how frustrating car repairs can be. Please know that it is our goal to try and turn things around for you.
I can assure you that before we offer a vehicle for sale, it undergoes a thorough multi-point inspection at one of our DriveTime Inspection Centers. Should our certified mechanics find any failed components, these concerns are properly addressed. The goal of our multi-point inspections is to ensure safety, drivability and reliability of our vehicles.
Regarding your concerns with the warranties we offer, every DriveTime vehicle comes with an initial 1,500 mile/30 day limited warranty, as well as the option to purchase an extended warranty for further coverage. The reason that we encourage our customers to purchase an extended warranty is because even with a rigorous multi-point inspection, in dealing with pre-owned vehicles, we have no way to foresee if or when future issues may arise. While the extended warranty does provide wonderful benefits and peace-of-mind for our customers, this product is optional, and we leave the decision to purchase the extended warranty to our customers.
Here at DriveTime, we want to ensure that each and every customer is happy with their vehicle purchase. Should issues ever arise, we work tirelessly to ensure that issues are addressed and handled in a fashion appropriate for the situation. I apologize that your overall customer service experience has been less than ideal. Please be assured that we appreciate your feedback and use it to ensure continued improvement on our level of service.
I understand that you have been in contact with my department, Customer Relations, and we have been working towards a resolution for your concerns. Should you have any additional questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to Customer Relations at 888-290-0148. Thank you for your time and I hope you have a great day.
Respectfully,Tyler – Customer Relations
Reviewed June 28, 2016
My sales lady Arlene was really great and very professional. She was really helpful and nice to my family. Tim was also very helpful with any questions I had. This was a great experience. Thank you all.
Reviewed June 28, 2016
Anthony, Carlos & Terrence went out of their way to put me in a vehicle without a care as to them closing in one hour. They stayed and completed the transaction with smiles on their faces.
Reviewed June 28, 2016
My experience with DriveTime was excellent. I recommend them highly. See Jonathan ** very good salesman. He got me in a very nice vehicle. 2014 Jetta only 43,796 miles on it. I enjoyed my vehicle.
Reviewed June 28, 2016
I walked into DriveTime hoping to get a nice car while trying to be as open minded as possible. My salesperson was Theo. He was very nice and professional. Chris was also super!! I'll definitely be recommending friends and family. Thanks much :)
Reviewed June 28, 2016
Best, most pleasant experience working with the team members at DriveTime Knoxville, TN. I love my Town & Country van, the grandkids are going to love riding in this on vacation in July, with the swivel seats and table, 2 DVD screens. Thank you.
Reviewed June 27, 2016
DriveTime staff in Temple are the best. From the moment you walk in the customer service is on fleek. I love my vehicle.
Reviewed June 27, 2016
I was very pleased with the service I received. Ramon was very polite and patient with me, I had a lot of questions and he answered them. He did not pressure me into something I did not want. For instance, my heart was set on a truck, but I could not afford the payments, but I did NOT want a car. So he found some SUVs that was in my price range and we looked at them and I feel in love with the Jeep Liberty. Ramon and his manager made it possible for me to purchase it and I could not be happier. Thank you DriveTime.
Reviewed June 27, 2016
The entire experience was so wonderful. I need a car for the past month and I was dreading going through buying a car. But now I feel silly, your salesman Sherman was GREAT! This morning I drove my new car to work with a SMILE! Thank you.
Reviewed June 27, 2016
Edward "Rick" ** was very polite and patient with me when I asked him questions. And I want to Thank You DriveTime of Riverside for helping me get a car. I will recommend my friends and family and tell them about my experience.
Reviewed June 27, 2016
In October of 2014 I took out a loan with Drivetime formerly known now as Bridgecrest. I always made my bi weekly payments on time never had any issues until recent. I was in and out of the hospital due to having a ovarian cyst and now I'm on leave of absence due to having kidney stones and a kidney infection. I started falling behind on my payments and I called in to ask for help and a extension on my loan or work with me as far as billing date arrangements and empathy from the company. I didn't not receive no sort of understanding or willingness of help. They're very misleading. One day one representative tells me one thing, the next time I called in the next available representative tells me something else. Very confusing and I feel very mislead. I'm highly upset.
Every representative I spoke with did not assist me correctly or provided me with the best customer service EXCEPT for two employees Richard and Travis. Other than that the other reps I spoke with left me very confused, and I even spoke with one of the supervisor and he was extremely rude, his name is Derek. I work in customer service and the way they speak their customers I would never speak to my customers that way. They're rude, not willingness to listen, not understanding, not helpful at all. They did not help me at all. They made me feel more stressed out than I'm already am. They have the worst customer service I ever experienced. I spoke with representatives, supervisors and they're just as rude. I believe in providing the best service for anyone that is going through a hardship. This company obviously doesn't represent "great customer service". I will NEVER recommend anyone to this company.
Hello Alba,
I thank you for taking the time out to leave a review. I am sorry to hear of the recent medical issues you have encountered. I know having to miss work due to situations such as those can be very frustrating. I truly hope you are feeling better.
As of Tuesday, April 5, 2016, our loan servicing, formerly known as DT Credit, was renamed to Bridgecrest. While our name may have changed, the service we provide has not. Please know, we strive to work with all of our customers and do our best to ensure we are providing the most beneficial options of resolution whenever hardships take place. Bridgecrest Customer Service Department is in place to review what form of assistance is available to our customers, whether it be payment arrangements or payment deferments. Each customers situation is reviewed on a case by case basis to guarantee all routes of support are explored.
I am sorry to hear that you were not pleased with the interactions you had while speaking with a member of the Customer Service Department. DriveTime and Bridgecrest never want a customer to feel as if they are not being offered exceptional customer service. I will be sure to bring this feedback to the appropriate team’s attentions to ensure it is properly addressed.
It’s my understanding that you have been in contact with a member of my department, Customer Relations. Should you have any additional questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to give us a call at (888)290-0148
I thank you for your time and hope you have a wonderful day.
Respectfuly,Philisha-Customer Relations
Reviewed June 27, 2016
Super sales staff. Marcos was outstanding. Super friendly. Found what we was looking for. Outstanding experience. Very well staff that goes up and beyond your expectations. Great job. We recommend everyone to visit. Very happy. Thank you DriveTime.
Reviewed June 27, 2016
Everyone was nice from the start to finish. Treated us good. Went over the whole car & how it works. Made sure I knew how to operate the jeep before I left.
Reviewed June 27, 2016
Good job. Had a good experience and wouldn't mind coming back.
Reviewed June 27, 2016
Experience was great! Went smoothly and everyone was very professional and customer service friendly. The only thing I had a complaint about was having to buy my own floor mats because the vehicle did not have any which cost me $60 on eBay. Again, nice staff.
Reviewed June 27, 2016
DriveTime was able to get me driving the same day I walked in, I don't have credit nor did I have a co-signer. I went in with a 1996 Mazda and walked out with a 2008 Mazda. This place takes trade in's and only goes off of your income. There is no pressure to buy - it was easy, friendly and delightful. I was very grateful the day I walked in DriveTime. Thank you to everyone that assisted me on Saturday 6-25-16.
Reviewed June 27, 2016
Everyone extremely friendly. Timothy and Christopher were the best. They did their best to get us out as soon as possible. Thank you for your help.
Reviewed June 27, 2016
My wife and I just bought our second car from DriveTime. The experience was delightful. The staff was courteous, respectful and understanding. They answered all of our questions and made sure we were comfortable with our purchase. Thank you again to Bryan, Chris and all at DriveTime (Florida Ave) in Tampa! You're the best!
Reviewed June 27, 2016
The experience @ DriveTime Miami FL was well with the trip. Jose, Jurgen, and Derrick were extremely friendly, polite, and extremely helpful. This was the most painless car buying experience. I 100% recommend this location and these fantastic people. Thank you guys!!
Reviewed June 27, 2016
The easiest purchase and friendly sales agents and manager. I would recommend friends. The vehicle is amazing. Excellent quality purchase.
Reviewed June 27, 2016
Deal was better than I had hoped. Staff was attentive and knowledgeable.
Reviewed June 26, 2016
Joseph, James & Eric at the Irving, TX location were all just TERRIFIC. I wish I could give more stars, I made sure to let everyone know my car came from DriveTime. You guys are awesome!!!
Reviewed June 26, 2016
I had the best car buying experience of my life at the Northwest Houston location. James ** is a very knowledgeable professional. He made the experience exceptional. I would recommend DriveTime to everyone. The process was lengthy, but, painless. I'm very pleased with my 2014 Chrysler 200.
UPDATED ON 06/27/2016: This is my second review. I just had to add to the favorable review that I submitted previously, because; I just recieved a thank you follow up call from them! I was so pleasantly surprised. I ,also, was told about their referral rewards program. I can earn enough to, literally, pay for my car payments. I was amazed. I was going to refer all of my friends without knowing about it, but, this just makes it sweeter. Drivetime is the greatest.
Reviewed June 26, 2016
My experience was amazing. The service was above and beyond. Van and Jeff were very knowledgeable, honest and helpful. I plan to return for a second vehicle in the future and will recommend DriveTime to anyone. :)
Reviewed June 26, 2016
Treated very professional and courteously. Salesperson walked me through all the information. Car is wonderful! My wife loves it! Well-maintained and so far everything operates as it is suppose to. Glad to get the extended warranty. I don't anticipate any problems in the future but it is nice to know, with my regular maintenance, if something major happens, I have a warranty to take care of it. Life has many unexpected turns in it that doesn't always leave sterling FICO scores, so I appreciate the respect and second chance I have. I look forward to coming back in a few years to see if I get a break on the interest rate. :) Thank you!
Reviewed June 26, 2016
Zachary ** was very helpful. The car we wanted was being sold to another family while we were there so he located another one in Mesa and picked it up and brought it back so we can take a look. An hour later we were driving away with it. Pleasure doing business with DriveTime.
Reviewed June 26, 2016
I had Michael as a salesman and he was great. I have two wild kids and he was great with keeping them calm while we got all the paperwork done.
Reviewed June 26, 2016
Everything started out so good then everything took a left turn. Something was wrong with the door and I understand it was not their fault but the following up with me was poor I had to keep calling so I felt like customer service was not a big thing to them.
Hello Gwendolyn,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. I’m truly sorry that you are dissatisfied with the level of customer service. I want to assure you that as the customer, you are the most important part of DriveTime. We strive to provide the utmost customer service the moment that you walk in the door.
I would like to learn more about your experience and see what I may be able to do to turn this around for you. Within the next 1-2 business days either I or a member of my department, Customer Relations, will be calling you. Should you require immediate assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at 888-290-0148.
Thank you again for your time and I look forward to speaking with you.
Respectfully,Andrew – Customer Relations
Reviewed June 26, 2016
I went to DriveTime in need of a car. It was my 3rd car lot that day and I knew it would be the lucky one for me because when I got there I was greeted by Logan who is also my best friend's name. Not only was he polite but once he got my information of what I was looking for and what I wanted to pay instantly he found me the perfect car for me. I never had a car higher than a 2006 before so him letting me know I qualified to get 2014 and it had low mileage was Awesome and as we did paperwork he let me know more about Hyundais and what I needed to do as my next step and Matthew was very helpful too. OVERALL DRIVETIME GAVE ME A GREAT DEAL. GREAT SERVICE. THANKS.
Reviewed June 26, 2016
We came into DriveTime not really expecting but to leave with a car. As soon as we entered the building Tylor approached and greeted us and asked a few starter questions to gain a little knowledge of our situation. The process was quick and painless and never once did I feel pressured to buy. Everyone seemed to truly enjoy their respective jobs and just wanted to see people in cars without regard to a commission. I will purchase from them in the future. Everyone in the Huntsville location was great but my rep Tylor is awesome!!
Reviewed June 26, 2016
From my initial contact online, setting up our appointment and then meeting with Takei and Jameson – I have nothing but praise for your company. Customer service is the best! I will be sending in several friends to purchase their next vehicle.
Reviewed June 26, 2016
They were very helpful and patient while trying to make it work with my situation. I appreciated it greatly!
Reviewed June 26, 2016
Man this Carlot is the bomb. If your credit is jacked up still go your income is really base on your car and I still had a loan on another car. Please be patient and take the day off 'cause they really go out and beyond to get you in a ride that you want. I promise...
Reviewed June 26, 2016
My experience at DriveTime was great. The worker made it feel like it was the perfect place to purchase a new car. They never doubt you, they are great with every customer that comes in by welcoming them to DriveTime and offer them refreshments. DriveTime in Montgomery is an amazing place to purchase a car.
Reviewed June 26, 2016
I had a great experience buying my car! Everyone was so nice and Brandon who helped me was soooo great! He answered all of my questions and he did it all really fast since I had to work. It was so great. I would go back and recommend to my friends!
Reviewed June 26, 2016
Before going into DriveTime I was a little skeptical about what would happen, I've dealt with previous dealerships and they always push for you to buy something even after you say no. As soon as I walked in I was greeted with smiles and helped on the spot with little to no wait time. I had an appointment just to review how much I would need to put down on a vehicle and although I did not have enough for the specific one I wanted, I was shown other similar vehicles in which I could have gotten. I did leave to think more on it and make my decision. I then made another appointment and they worked around my schedule.
As soon as I arrived they got me to test the vehicle I had mentioned within ten minutes of being there. The service was great, they made sure that I was comfortable and explained every detail. I will be sure to recommend this specific dealership to anyone I may know who is in need of a vehicle. This has got to be one of the best experiences with a dealership I have ever had or seen. I want to thank Juan ** and the staff at the Corpus Christi DriveTime for all their help, and especially their patience. Amazing staff!!
Reviewed June 26, 2016
My wife and I were looking into a car at another lot 35 min away. The associates were awesome in helping us see the car. They went to the other lot to pick it up after we test drove 2 other cars. After a bit of indecision we chose the one we wanted, but at the price of keeping some of the staff in the office well after closing. The people that work for DriveTime are great - never pushy, always helpful and understanding.
Reviewed June 26, 2016
Every person at DriveTime was helpful, pleasant, and wonderful to work with. ** Jr. was exceptional.
Reviewed June 26, 2016
I was very pleased with Leah and the staff at DriveTime. Everyone was helpful and friendly and I love my new car.
Reviewed June 25, 2016
Got us in a basically brand new car for 0 down! Definitely would recommend them to anyone! Ryan at the Marietta location is awesome too!
Reviewed June 25, 2016
They were amazing and fast. All staff was very nice and patient! I would def recommend DriveTime to friends and family.
Reviewed June 25, 2016
Courteous, friendly salespeople. Good experience.
Reviewed June 25, 2016
The staff is nice and answer any questions. And the most experience. Good customer service.
Reviewed June 25, 2016
Had a great experience. Love the 2014 Ford Fusion that I chose. Little they could do better. Would be great if vehicles came with floor mats, owner manuals, and second set of keys. Have no complaints.
Reviewed June 25, 2016
We like to that Ron ** for being a great sales person. He and everyone else that were dealt with were awesome. Definitely, I will recommend you all to everyone I know. Thank you.
Reviewed June 25, 2016
Our experience with DriveTime was simple and easy! My husband works out of state and when we found the car we wanted Kayon and the managers at DriveTime worked with us so we had all of our papers ready to sign when he came back to town! We love our Expedition and couldn't have asked for better service!
Reviewed June 25, 2016
I went in yesterday to trade my Camry. James went above and beyond as well as the sales manager. They stayed 2 hours past close. Got me an amazing deal and awesome trade in value. I recommend them to anyone. Just phenomenal service.
Reviewed June 25, 2016
The black lady with glass and red lipstick that work there behind the desk when you walk in the door was real nasty and disrespectful. She roll her eyes at my mother, gave my husband and I this look like we didn't belong there. She was not nice at all.
Reviewed June 25, 2016
Everything about the experience we had with the sales associate Aracely was fantastic. Didn't feel pressure. Just felt like I was talking to a friend while car shopping. I would recommend DriveTime and Aracely to people I know.
Reviewed June 25, 2016
I can not be more dissatisfied with DriveTime as a company. It's been problem and after problem since day 1. The ONLY positive thing I can say about DriveTime is yes, they did get me approved for a car when I was working on my credit, but I would have been better off waiting and saving my money instead of investing it into this money pit of a car. 20 minutes after driving off the lot, the check engine light and two other lights came on. I didn't even make it home!!! I called back the dealership where I just put almost 1000 dollars down on this car for a lease and they told me I would have to contact the warranty company and take it up with them.
So we deal with the warranty company and take it to one of their approved shops, and we left there with the lights off only because they cleared the codes. They said the warranty company wouldn't allow them to try to fix anything until the lights came back on and could diagnose it again. Well that only took two days for all the lights to come back on, so we returned to the repair place and they said it was just a bad sensor. The replaced the sensor and we thought it would be fine. NOPE! Every once in a while, the lights would come on and go off randomly. They would be on for a few minutes only. We brought it back to the mechanic, a different one this time, and they said the warranty company would not cover the diagnostic fees if the lights were not currently on.
They eventually stopped coming on, until about 3 weeks ago. The lights came back on. But this time along with the same lights, the whole vehicle locked up and smelled like it was burning and would not move. Eventually after sitting for an hour on the phone with DriveTime and the warranty place the car sort of reset enough for me to drive it 2 miles down the road from Pep Boys which is where we were told to go.
Pep Boys diagnosed the car and said it was the master cylinder and braking system and had to go to the Chevy dealership. The warranty company told us to go to Chevy. Well Chevy called us the next day and said because Pep Boys cleared all the system lights and after driving the car for a bit, they were not coming back on for them to diagnose it to the warranty's standards. They could not fix the car and told us to come get it and drive it between 50-200 miles before the problem happened again. We had to pay 170.00 dollars because the Warranty company would not cover it!
Two days later while on my way home from work, the car's lights came back on and the car completely locked up and I couldn't even get it out of the street! The wheels were locked, even in neutral to try to push it out of the way with multiple people. We had to have it towed back to Chevy at OUR EXPENSE OF COURSE for Chevy to look at the next day because it was after hours. The next day Chevy calls and tells us that our entire braking system is shot and obviously has been going for a while (hence the lights coming on when we first got the car) and the tire stability sensors (which were replaced already) were bad causing the wheels to lock up and would be TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS to replace!!
They called the warranty company and the repairs were denied!!! I had to call DriveTime to re-evaluate it to try to get the repairs approved and said it would take two days. Well we called and the said it was still being reviewed on the third day. Finally the third night when I called back they said it now had to be sent to a manager to see if it would be approved and would take another 48 hours to review!! All while the car was at Chevy and Chevy said because it was there for over a week just sitting they would have to charge a storage fee that also DriveTime would not cover! So the next day we decided to get the car and bring it to our house to sit while we waited for this big decision.
While we were there picking the car up the next day, DriveTime called and said they would cover only the parts and none of the labor or diagnostic fees or bleeding the brake lines for another 200 dollars that would have to be done to make the car driveable after the repairs now. We would have still been stuck with almost 1500 dollars in labor and fees to pay in addition to to the almost 500 we already put into the car between diagnostic fees and towing!!! This is COMPLETELY unacceptable for a car that we are LEASING and won't even own after the end of THREE YEARS paying 350 a month for a 2008 car that we have only had for SIX MONTHS AS OF NOW and when obviously the problem was not our fault and was going bad when we got the car!!
Well now the car will be towed back to DriveTime and returned and they will have to pay for the repairs anyway which is ridiculous that they wouldn't fix it to begin with and we will be out the 1000 dollars we put down on the car, the 500 dollars trying to fix it the past three weeks, three weeks of paying for a rental car to be able to get to and from work, the expense we will have to pay to have it towed out of state to the nearest DriveTime dealership over an hour away which will be a couple hundred I'm sure and all the payments we made for a LEMON! THOUSANDS RIGHT DOWN THE DRAIN AND DRIVETIME WILL NOT reimburse us for a single penny or have it towed back for us or at least give us back our payment we made the day before they said they wouldn't cover the car!!! DriveTime is the worst company I have ever dealt with and I would not recommend my enemies to go through this aggravation with them.
I WILL BE CONTACTING THE FLORIDA CONSUMER AFFAIRS ALONG WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL AND A LAWYER ONCE I RETURN THIS CAR IN an attempt to get some of my money back from this bogus company and warn everyone to never go there! Also, with my not so perfect credit, I just went to Ford and got approved for a brand new 2017 lease for 100 dollars less a month than DriveTime garbage cars and warranties.
Ford has a BUMPER TO BUMPER warranty and will cover anything that makes the car stop driving just as DriveTime promised us and lied about. Their credit department works with you. I strongly urge anyone with not great credit to try a reliable big car company first before thinking because you have not great credit you have to go to DriveTime. If I would have tried a big dealership first, I wouldn't have gotten stuck with a 2008 lemon for 350 a month when I could have been driving a car NINE years newer for 240 a month. DO NOT BUY OR LEASE FROM DRIVETIME!!!
Hello,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. I’m truly sorry that your experience with DriveTime has been less than perfect. Here at DriveTime, we aim to provide affordable and reliable transportation options for all customers, regardless of credit issues. We work with our customers to help build their credit with financing, or leasing, options that will work for them. I want to assure you that all vehicles are subjected to a multiple-point inspection prior to sale. During this inspection, they verify that the vehicle meets or exceeds national highway safety standards; should an item fail, it is replaced to maintain these standards. In addition to these inspections, all vehicles come with a complimentary 30 day/1,500 mile limited warranty. We also provide the option to purchase extended warranty coverage for peace of mind.In regards to towing, Aeverex, your warranty administrator, provides up to $100.00 in towing reimbursement for leased vehicles. This is contingent on repairs being approved by Aeverex, and is subject to review. I apologize that the vehicle had to be taken to multiple repair facilities, however certain repair facilities are better equipped to diagnose and repair certain concerns.
I do understand that some components or repairs may not be covered under the warranty contract. For this reason my department, Customer Relations, is in place to review for any further assistance that may be available. We take the information provided and review for any options that we may be able to offer our customers. I completely understand if you want to seek further action as that is within your right, however I want to try to come to an amicable resolution. I will review your information and either I or a member of my team will be in contact with you within the next 1-2 business days. Should you require immediate assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at 888-290-0148.
Thank you again for your time and I appreciate this opportunity to address your concerns.
Respectfully,Andrew – Customer Relations
Reviewed June 25, 2016
My experience at DriveTime was a wonderful one, the first vehicle I looked at actually ended up being sold the next day. But my salesman, Steve kept in contact with me regarding vehicles that I might be interested in and once I found one I liked, he made the buying process easy. I never felt pressured and he answered all my questions and made me feel comfortable about my purchase. Anyone looking to buy a car from DriveTime in Jackson, MS I would highly recommend they go see Steve **.
Reviewed June 24, 2016
I purchased a vehicle on Friday and the vehicle would not start the very next day. However I spoke to customer relations and they handled the situation accordingly.
Cecelia,
Thank you for taking the time to write a review about your experience with DriveTime. I’m very sorry to hear of the mechanical issues you experienced with your vehicle so soon after sale, but I am glad to hear that our Customer Relations Department was able to assist. Should you have any further questions or concerns now or in the future, please feel free to reach out to Customer Relations at 888-290-0148.
Thank you for your time and I hope you have a great day.
Tyler – Customer Relations
Reviewed June 24, 2016
The people at the Gladstone dealership were GREAT, very kind and courteous. It was like family. Kay ** was especially kind and helpful and she got the job done with finesse... Thank you sooo much for the great service!!! P.S. I love my new car!!! :D
Reviewed June 24, 2016
Everyone was very helpful and work at my speed with finding the right car for my needs. Could not speak more highly about all three sales people at both dealerships that help me over the 3 weeks. Would highly recommend DriveTime to someone looking for a good car and a painless experience.
Reviewed June 24, 2016
I had a wonderful experience from beginning to end with DriveTime. Everyone there was friendly. The sales representatives were professional and worked with me to keep my monthly payments in the range I felt comfortable with. Thanks to all the professionals at the DriveTime location in Jackson, MS!
Reviewed June 24, 2016
I am very pleased and happy with the service I got and very happy with my purchase.
Reviewed June 24, 2016
Overall, I say my experience with DriveTime was great. Lot of friendly staff who are knowledgeable about the work. My only complaint is there's a lot of sit around and wait. Why is this when there are MORE than enough employees?
Reviewed June 24, 2016
Service was quick and easy! Got approved for a beautiful car. ❤️
Reviewed June 24, 2016
The staff and salesman was great to deal with but I wish I would have been given more choices.
Hello Robin,
I thank you for your review, I am happy to hear the staff who had the pleasure of working with you was great. Here at DriveTime we strive to ensure each customer that we have the opportunity to meet has an enjoyable experience.
I am sorry you were displeased with the inventory that was available at the time of your visit. We truly want to ensure we are offering our customers not only safe and reliable vehicles but a large selection to choose from. Our goal is to make sure the vehicles we make available to our customers best fit their needs. We will always strive to set our customers up for success, the vehicles that are shown to our customers at the time of sale will be handpicked to guarantee the vehicles fits each customers personal situation.
Should you have any additional questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at (888) 290-0148 and a member of the team will be happy to assist.
I thank you for your time and hope the remainder of your week goes well.
Respectfully,Philisha-Customer Relations
Reviewed June 24, 2016
The service was very good.
Reviewed June 24, 2016
I absolutely loved doing business with DriveTime. Nice people. I will recommend to anyone.
Reviewed June 24, 2016
Staff was very friendly and helpful. No one was pushy, and I got the car I wanted without too much hassle. Shout out to Latanya and Billy at the Mobile, Alabama location. You guys were great and made it happen! I will be recommending DriveTime to anyone I know.
Reviewed June 24, 2016
I was very pleased with how much they were able to help me. I first was speaking to Kiet and he did the paperwork over the phone so I didn't have to take a long trip to the Tucson dealership. I was unable to purchase the vehicle from Kiet, but Herbert was extremely helpful to finish off the process. I ended up getting the vehicle that I wanted at a payment plan that I can afford.
The only thing that I was dissatisfied with was the fact that before I drove up to Tucson, an hour and a half away from home, I called to make sure the vehicle that I wanted was still available. The first person I spoke to said that the vehicle that I would like was there at the dealership and could be put on hold for me. I called back 10 minutes later to ask a couple other questions and the second person that I spoke with over the phone said that the car was not at the dealership yet. It kind of made me feel like I was not important enough for them to actually see if the vehicle was available or not and that the person was just trying to make a quick sale. I did end up getting the vehicle that I actually wanted to begin with, but I did not like that I was dollar signs to that person.
Reviewed June 24, 2016
Might have bit of a little more than I can chew but it was a great idea and you guys do rock making it super easy.
Reviewed June 24, 2016
It was a great experience at DriveTime. This being the first car I have purchased and they made it incredibly fast and easy. I got the car I wanted and they were more than happy to explain and answer any questions I had.
Reviewed June 24, 2016
I was so nervous. At 41 years old this was the first time I had ever bought a car by myself. Everyone was so friendly. The GM was awesome! The salesmen were knowledgeable and answered all my questions without being irritated cause I asked a ton. I felt at ease after awhile and I truly feel they helped me make the best decision. I look forward to working with them in the future and would definitely recommend to friends. Thank you!
Reviewed June 24, 2016
We stopped in at your Conyers location to basically check out your company and what we could work out in regard to purchasing a vehicle. We were greeted at the door and introduced to Mr. Ronnie ** who in our opinion did an outstanding job in helping us to purchase a vehicle. Ronnie was great and we hope to refer friends and family to him. We also had some dealings with Jeff and he was outstanding in explaining everything to us. Overall, a excellent experience.
Reviewed June 24, 2016
Reginald ** is an awesome asset to DriveTime. Excellent Customer Service.
Reviewed June 23, 2016
We had a great experience at DriveTime buying our car. There were so many quality cars to choose from. Financing was super easy and the store is child friendly.
Reviewed June 23, 2016
Great Service from Darrell and Eli. They was very helpful and professional and I refer anyone to this location layer back atmosphere.
Reviewed June 23, 2016
Good customer service and good staff.
Reviewed June 23, 2016
I believe Myra, my mother, and I made the right choice and chose you guys. Thank you once again.
Reviewed June 23, 2016
Great experience, best car buying experience ever.
Reviewed June 23, 2016
My sales lady was amazing. She made everything go smoothly. My only complaint is it took 5 hours to sign my contract.
Reviewed June 23, 2016
The process was very fast and efficient. I received the vehicle I wanted with great payment structure. My host was knowledgeable and had awesome customer service!!!
Reviewed June 23, 2016
I received excellent service at the Glendale location in Arizona. Cody was the sales guy who helped along with Craig. They were thorough and made the process seamless. Appreciate the team efforts at this location.
Reviewed June 23, 2016
Service was excellent, salesman Steve was awesome and manager Mike was awesome. Would recommend to a friend.
Reviewed June 23, 2016
I bought a car last year from DriveTime, was told there were no issues at all, and they required $5,000 down, which I paid. My car has been in the shop 3 times for major repairs. Thankfully I have the warranty! Now the kicker, 1 1/2 years later, I owe almost as much as I paid for the car! I'm upside down $8,000! Be careful with this company! Yes, you will be approved, but the finance terms are insane!
Hello Barbara,
Thank you for reaching out to us regarding your experience with DriveTime and Bridgecrest. I am sincerely sorry to hear of the issues you had experienced after purchasing your vehicle with us. We strive to provide every customer with reliable vehicles by subjecting each of the vehicles we lease or sell to a rigorous inspection process. This process is completed before the vehicle visits any one of our dealerships and ensures that any failures or mechanical concerns are properly addressed to meet or exceed national safety standards. Even with inspection, we understand that pre-owned vehicles may have future concerns that we are unable to predict. For this reason, we supply all of our vehicles with a 30 day/1,500 mile limited warranty, and offer extended coverage options which our customers can include with their purchase. For further guarantee, my department, Customer Relations, is put in place to look into situations which may warrant further review or exception, in the event that our customers encounter any issues.
Regarding the terms of your loan, it is our goal to make sure every customer is comfortable with the terms of their loan and how much they will invest toward their chosen vehicle. During the underwriting process, we provide all of our customers with the amount financed, the annual percentage rate, finance charges, and the details of regular payments. Because DriveTime and Bridgecrest (our new loan servicing company) specialize in financing for individuals with less than perfect credit, the interest rates and other terms of financing may differ from that which other dealerships provide. To ensure our customers are comfortable with their individual finance agreements, we encourage our customers to research all aspects of their purchase prior to sale.
We understand that it can be daunting when you are not seeing a big different the remaining principal balance after paying on a loan for over a year. As Bridgecrest provides simple interest loans for our customers, interest is charged per day on the financed balance remaining. What this means is that more money will be paid to interest toward the beginning of the loan, but as you progress, you will begin to see more applied toward principal. To offer a better description of simple interest loans, and the products and services Bridgecest provides, below is a link to their frequently asked questions page:
https://myaccount.bridgecrest.com/AdviceCenter
Please rest assured that Bridgecrest Customer Service is in place to assist should you have any concerns with your financing or payments. If you ever have questions regarding your loan, Bridgecrest Customer Service can be reached at 800-967-8526.
I sincerely appreciate your time and your feedback. Should you have any additional questions or concerns about your vehicle, please feel free to contact us at 888-290-0148.
Thank you, I hope you have a wonderful day.
Respectfully,Natalie – Customer Relations
Reviewed June 23, 2016
I called them this morning to get help and I told this one lady that I'm hard of hearing, I have a hard time understanding a lot on the phone and she was being very rude and she hung up on me. I really want to get a freaking loan and I'm actually furious that this happened to me. They need to learn how to be like no problem, I will email you instead. That would be very helpful. GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE (sarcasm).
I first want to thank you for bringing this to my attention. I am truly sorry to hear of your experience with DriveTime. The interaction you outlined with one of our representatives is not the experience we want our customers to have. We strive to provide world-class customer service and ensure that every customer has a positive and rewarding car buying experience. Please be assured that we use feedback like this to ensure continued improvement on our level of service.
I truly hope that this experience does not deter you from getting a vehicle with DriveTime. If you would prefer to communicate with us via email, please initiate an email to rm-customerrelations@drivetime.com outlining the situation you encountered and a member of our team would be happy to assist.
Thank you for your time and I hope you have a great day.
Tyler – Customer Relations
Reviewed June 23, 2016
I wish I could have kept my 1st car choice. Only had it not even a full 2 days. The wait for in network services is too long for a person who has a job.
Reviewed June 23, 2016
Joseph was a great salesperson. He was polite, funny and honest. I would definitely work with Joseph again!
Reviewed June 23, 2016
Stephen was straight to the point, he didn't inflate or try to improve the reality of what you guys do for people. Everything about what you guys do was understandable the first time. My wife was jumping back and forth between 2 cars and he didn't even break a sweat at her requests to look at them over and over again. When it's time to upgrade her car we will be back.
Reviewed June 23, 2016
This is without a doubt the biggest Mickey Mouse run organization I've ever done business with. The car I purchased is so upside down I can't trade it for a brand new model with all the rebates. That's bad!!! I am 7500 over book value. Then you look up and find that it was declared a total loss in Miami, FL. Couldn't even sell it down there. Lastly, I had to get 915 dollars worth of repairs to the car, I asked them to roll my payment to the end of the loan cause after the repairs I wouldn't have the money. 6 weeks later and 12 times sending receipts in and they still call me every day to schedule that payment. HAHA. I am to the point of driving the damn car back to the lot and walking away. I am in contact with Dale ** (investigator) to try and get this fixed.
Hi Jason,
Thank you for bringing your concerns to my attention. I’m very sorry to hear that you are displeased with your DriveTime experience. We strive to work with all our customers to find the right vehicle and financing options available, and should issues ever arise, we work diligently to find the best resolution available for our customers.
Regarding your concerns with pricing, DriveTime does not compete on the basis of price, nor do we hide it. We are the nation’s largest dealer helping people with credit issues finance or lease a great vehicle. To ensure full transparency, we provide our customers with what is called a “Federal Truth in Lending” disclosure at the time of sale. This document outlines the total price of the vehicle, cost of any ancillary products, the Annual Percentage Rate (APR), as well as the total amount of finance charges that may be incurred during the life of the loan. We encourage our customers to research all aspects of their purchase prior to sale to make sure they are comfortable with the terms and conditions of the agreement.
During the sales process, we provide our customers with a copy of an Experian AutoCheck Report. We utilize Experian AutoCheck as they best provide information on a vehicle’s known history. Here at DriveTime, we will not sell a vehicle that has a salvage or branded title.
To address the concerns with payment deferments, we can provide our finance customers with payment deferments should they encounter a situation that warrants further attention. While payment deferments are an option for many customers, final approval of payment deferments is subject to a number of factors such as verification of receipts as well as account status and history.
I see that my department, Customer Relations, has been made aware of this situation and is working to provide a resolution. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact Customer Relations at 888-290-0148. Thank you and I hope you have a wonderful day.
Respectfully,Tyler – Customer Relations
Reviewed June 23, 2016
Great experience. We went to two dealership and was turn down. Thank so much for helping us Felicia ** and Michael **.
Reviewed June 22, 2016
I spent two times of half the day at the dealership hashing out the financing on my vehicle, which seemed excessive. I understand I have an atypical employment situation, but I thought all of that was resolved on my first visit and left a deposit on a vehicle. When I returned to complete the purchase there seemed to be a disconnect between my prior visit and finishing the sale with a large lack of communication between the two managers handling the sale, each on different days. (Ebony and Jerry) I felt like I had to start all over again with the approval which took about 5 hours to complete. I was getting pretty frustrated with the excessive amount of time it took to finish up the sale.
Hello,
Thank you for reaching out to us about your DriveTime experience. I am truly sorry to hear of the amount of time spent on the sales process, and for any inconvenience this may have caused. At DriveTime we strive to make the process and simple and hassle free as possible while still ensuring we abide by proper underwriting practices. I greatly appreciate your feedback regarding your experience as it allows us to continue improving upon our level of service. Please rest assured I will be reaching out to the dealership management to make sure this matter is addressed appropriately, and that situation like these do not arise in the future. Should you have any additional questions or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to my department, Customer Relations, at 888-290-0148.
Thank you for your time. Have a wonderful weekend.
Respectfully,Natalie | Customer Relations
Reviewed June 22, 2016
Bought a 2011 Nissan. My salesperson was Clint. He was courteous and put me at ease immediately. What I really liked about Clint was he was upfront and honest. I will recommend to my friends that DriveTime and sales associate Clint are excellent.
Reviewed June 22, 2016
Carlos and Joe gave amazing customer service and support! Not only did I get approved and a great price but I got the vehicle I wanted too!!
Reviewed June 22, 2016
This is my second vehicle with DriveTime and just like the first time everything went smooth. My saleswomen Mika was very helpful and knowledgeable. Keep up the good work.
Reviewed June 22, 2016
My customer service as a customer all employees are awesome! I would always recommend friends, strangers, social media to purchase a car at DriveTime especially at the location on North Tryon. Please give Brandon, Darryl, Lavell, Karen & John a special shout out. You guys are outstanding. Thank you.
Reviewed June 22, 2016
The service and sales people were so very awesome. Words can't explain how we were treated. From the Management to the sales people, from the women whom gave our son popcorn, it could not have been a better experience! Clean store, great personalities. Awesome people! We leave DriveTime in our new family car! Thank you Irving Superstars! Thanks in advance.
Reviewed June 22, 2016
We had to return a van we purchased and choose another one. Our experience was fabulous. The staff on Havana did an excellent job. Joe was courteous, attentive to our needs, and everything was done efficiently and quickly. Thank you so much.
Reviewed June 22, 2016
I had a very good experience with y'all on buying my new truck. Everyone was very considerate and helpful to me and everyone was very friendly and kind. I will be telling everyone I know to go to DriveTime to find them a car in a friendly environment. I really enjoyed my experience.
Reviewed June 22, 2016
Very professional and friendly center. Every was very smooth. Personal. Really understood my need.
Reviewed June 21, 2016
The customer service was awesome, friendly and most of all they answered all my question and explain to me all I need to know about my car.
Reviewed June 21, 2016
Thank you for all your help, professionalism, and being so friendly. You really made my experience something else. I will recommend you to my friends and family. Thanks.
Reviewed June 21, 2016
I love that I got a car after so many places I have tried to get a car! It was simple process and down payment was perfect! Tim was the best and was very helpul in finding me a car! He deserves 5 stars - perfect score! I recommend DriveTime to anyone!
Reviewed June 21, 2016
Norm was my sales associate. He was great and helped with everything. I recommend him to anyone who wants to buy a new car!!
Reviewed June 21, 2016
The salesman at the Cassat Ave store was helpful. My problem is I just bought this vehicle and was told at dealership the mechanical issue that came up was resolved and I didn't get my SUV until after 5 p and I drove to my mother's house with no issue about 8 miles from dealership and when I went to leave the car started and then went totally dead. I called the dealership and was told by the person answering the call that I needed to call my warranty company. IT'S BS FOR ME TO HAVE TROUBLE WITH CAR THIS SOON. And why after I just spent 1000 dollars for this vehicle as a down payment. I am not happy and have not been able to enjoy the experience but of my new to me car. Thanks a lot.
Hello Tammy,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. I’m glad to hear that you had a positive interaction with the Cassat dealership. I’m truly sorry that your experience was less than perfect due to repair concerns. Please rest assured that we subject all of our vehicles to a multipoint inspection prior to sale. If an item fails inspection, it is then replaced to ensure that the vehicle meets or exceeds national highway safety standards. In addition to these inspections, all vehicles come with a 30 day/1,500 mile limited warranty, with the option to purchase further coverage for peace of mind.
I do understand that some components may not be covered under normal warranty terms, which is why my department, Customer Relations, is in place. We review information for any possible assistance on a case-by-case basis. I will look further into this issue for you and I will be in touch with you within the next 1-2 business days. Should you require immediate assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at 888-290-0148.
Thank you again for your time and I look forward to speaking with you.
Respectfully,Andrew – Customer Relations
Reviewed June 21, 2016
I had a very good experience with buying my jeep from DriveTime from the 1st day I applied to the time I picked it up. I also like the fact that they allow you to pay down on the down payment. No other place I know of lets you do this. It is good for people who can't pay the full payment at one time.
Reviewed June 21, 2016
We just pulled our (new to us) 2013 FIAT 500 Pop in the garage and we couldn't be happier. Cute little car for a decent enough price. Erika and team made our buying experience pleasant and easy going. No high pressure sales here. You pay the price on the window, no more, no less. I do wish the car was clean and detailed before it was handed over to us as it was very dusty and full of dirt/crumbs on the inside. Other than that we would recommend Erika and the folks over at DriveTime for anyone that needs a car fast without the hassle and pressure of other dealers. Keep up the great work guys and thanks for everything.
Reviewed June 21, 2016
Everyone at Drivetime was amazing! The staff was very pleasant and easy to talk to. They explained everything in depth and were able to answer all of my questions. I'm very happy with the car they helped me to purchase and look forward to referring others.
Reviewed June 21, 2016
All the staff was very friendly. Daniel was a pleasure to work with and very helpful. I couldn't imagine having a better experience purchasing a vehicle. I will definitely recommend DriveTime to everyone I know.
Reviewed June 21, 2016
My experience with DriveTime, specifically the Round Rock, Texas location, was extremely positive. My sales advisor, Ateka **, made me feel comfortable from the moment I walked in the door. Everyone involved was professional and friendly. In just a short amount of time, I was driving away in my perfect new vehicle!
Reviewed June 20, 2016
Everyone I spoke with was very helpful and polite. I went in with an idea of the car I wanted and they helped me get into it, answering all of the questions I had about the vehicle and my payments, and how and if I'd be able to get ahead of my payments. Great car buying experience. Thanks guys!
Reviewed June 20, 2016
My entire experience from beginning to end dealing with several employees was great. Everyone was a major help in getting me into my car, which I love! Thank you... Thank you... Thank you.
Reviewed June 20, 2016
The car was taken back and I assumed it was to be cleaned before we left but it was brought back in the same condition as the test drive. Also was told that they were going to the gas station to put gas in car but I guess I missed that part. Same half tank in car as there was for the test drive.
Hello Ronnie,
Thank you for taking the time to reach out to us about your experience. I am sincerely sorry to hear of the concerns you had with the cleanliness of the vehicle and the gas provided. Prior to sale it is standard for our dealerships to wash each vehicle before releasing them to the customer. In addition, if there is anything less than half a tank of gas, the dealership will typically top it off. While it is not required for us to fill the gas tank when it is half full or more, we want to ensure our customers are not given promises that are not fulfilled. I would like to apologize for any frustration or inconvenience this matter has caused. Please rest assured I will be reaching out to the dealership to prevent matters like these from occurring in the future. I truly appreciate your time and your feedback. Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to my department, Customer Relations, at 888-290-0148.
Thank you. Have a wonderful day.
Respectfully,Natalie |Customer Relations
Reviewed June 20, 2016
The staff at Petersburg were very sincere and helpful. It was a rainy day and staff still put forth a great effort to check out the 2013 Chevy Cruze for any problems. Although the Cruze is a popular car, Petersburg had just the 1 for me. Thanks guys.
Reviewed June 20, 2016
Getting a car from DriveTime was one of the best car buying I have ever had. They didn't have the car I wanted in Conyers so they looked at other location for it and had it shipped to their store.
Reviewed June 19, 2016
Would highly recommend! Zack and JP made this an awesome car buying experience!
Reviewed June 19, 2016
Justin was awesome! He helped us get exactly what we want and answered every question with a great attitude. I can't believe how easy it was and how much DriveTime has to offer. I'm so happy with my car and it was in perfect condition. I recommend this dealership to everyone!
Reviewed June 19, 2016
Greg and JJ were awesome and very helpful!! Would recommend to anyone looking for a car! I love my new car!!
Reviewed June 19, 2016
The service that I received was really phenomenal. The representative that helped me did a wonderful job getting me into my new car. I am very appreciative of the hard work and time that it took to help me on my journey to having a good feeling of knowing that on my birthday I was able to get a car.
Reviewed June 19, 2016
I was very pleased with the quality of car choices my daughter had to choose from. We have been recommending you to friends and family.
Reviewed June 19, 2016
I was welcomed. The second I walked in they treated me with respect and made sure I was comfortable. It's all around perfect score for this location.
Reviewed June 19, 2016
2011 Chevy Traverse - Although it was quite a lengthy visit Dexter got me into the vehicle I wanted and the price that worked.
Reviewed June 19, 2016
This location is absolutely the best!!! Service was quick and all my questions were answered. The staff was so friendly and even engaged my 3 year old. No haggle no hassle. I loved it!
Reviewed June 18, 2016
Yesterday I purchased a 2012 Chevy Cruze from DriveTime and had a very wonderful experience. I walked in, was immediately greeted by an associate and was told who I would be speaking with next. As soon as my salesperson was available, I was sat down and spoken with about my possible purchase. I was set up with Aaron and he was very friendly and informative. He spoke with me about the application process and was very knowledgeable about the process which put me at ease about the whole transaction.
After being approved, Aaron asked me what I was looking for in a vehicle. I told him that gas mileage, 4 doors, and an affordable down/monthly payment was important to me. He put together a list of vehicles matching my needs and we began looking at the cars. We looked at 4 vehicles and the 4th was perfect to me. We then took a test drive in the Chevy Cruze and I fell in love with it. Afterwards, Aaron explained the payments, the financing company, and the ease of the purchase. Once the down payment was made, I sat with Miranda and she went over all of the contracts with me very professionally. After I signed the forms, I was handed my keys and on my way out with my new car. It was an absolutely pleasant experience and I would be very likely to refer DriveTime to friends and family. The time spent to make the purchase was expected and the friendliness of the staff was beyond great.
Reviewed June 18, 2016
Matt ** was awesome, explained the car buying process completely and helped us choose the best options and vehicle to meet our needs.
Reviewed June 18, 2016
Zachary was so very nice to us. He worked with us till we found the car we wanted. The people there was very nice and friendly. I would recommend everyone to go to DriveTime... they are the best. Keep up the good work.
Reviewed June 18, 2016
My experience at DriveTime Fairfield was wonderful. The entire staff was very professional and so kind. The atmosphere was so pleasant. Working directly with Chris ** and Maurice was great. They were knowledgeable and very helpful. Definitely 5-star service and I recommend DriveTime Fairfield to anyone looking to purchase a good reliable car with a good reliable company.
Reviewed June 18, 2016
On the phone call with Bridgecrest I gave an overall rating of 3. I really wish I had said 1. This was by far the worst car buying experience I have ever had. I am happy with the eventual car that I ended up with but it is not the one my wife and I wanted. Same price but for some reason the car I wanted was an additional 1,000 down.
But before we even got to that point the first time we were in and found a car we wanted come to find out it was sold. I was then told to look online and let them know if I found a car I liked. I did but this car was in Dallas and by the time the dealership advised me that they would not arrange to have the car picked up & that I would have to go to Dallas myself, well by then that car was sold. So after much discussion with my salesman I again went back to the dealership and that was when I found the Lincoln MKX that I loved and still want. But for some reason when the manager got involved the 1,000 down was no longer an option. It became 2,100 down so again I left frustrated.
Again after much discussion and with a change in sales personnel I settled on the Ford Edge. Told them I would be back that evening to sign papers. Came back to the dealership approx 7:00 pm to find again after waiting 1 hr that my car was locked in the back gate and no one was able to open the gate. So I had to reschedule and come back the next day when we finally got the contract signed. I took delivery on the car but I was upset. A) Not the 1 I wanted. B) I asked for them to wash the car, that was not done. C) I have an issue with tires that I asked them to address - they refused. I truly feel like they did not want to sell me a car, they made me feel like a second class citizen and that I was lucky they took time to talk with me. Bottom line they didn't care and it showed in everything they did. Customers are truly a nuisance to them.
Arlan,
Thank you for bringing this to my attention. I’m truly sorry to hear that your experience with DriveTime has been less than ideal. We strive to provide all our customers with a pleasant and rewarding car buying experience. We appreciate your feedback as this allows us the opportunity to continue improving on our level of service.
Regarding your concern about vehicle availability, our inventory changes on a daily basis. While we are able to hold cars for customers, the only way we can do this is if money is put towards a vehicle. If this is done, the vehicle is put on what we call “layaway for sale”. While we do allow our dealerships to trade vehicles between DriveTime lots, the decision to do this is left up to the individual dealership.
I understand that your concern was in part about the down payment. The required amount money due at signing varies from customer to customer, and is based on a number of factors including but not limited to: credit score, income level, as well as vehicle price and options. Final approval and down payment requirements are also subject to change after verification of the information provided at time of pre-approval.
To better address your concerns, I will be reaching out to you in the next 24-48 business hours. If you are in need of immediate assistance, please feel free to reach out to our Customer Relations Department at 888-290-0148 and a member of our team would be happy to assist.
Thank you for your time and I look forward to speaking with you.Tyler – Customer Relations
Reviewed June 18, 2016
I stopped into Drivetime's Southwest Freeway location in Houston not knowing exactly what to expect, but from the moment Aarik met us at the door we were treated with upfront, honest, and transparent service. Everything was explained properly, I never felt like my time was wasted, and I ended up with exactly the type of vehicle I came in looking for. Thanks again!
Reviewed June 18, 2016
Very professional and respectable.
Reviewed June 18, 2016
I was very pleased with the attitude and politeness of the staff there and helping me with the best possible solution to getting me in a truck. Awesome staff!!
Reviewed June 18, 2016
John ** was the most AWESOME, FRIENDLY, HELPFUL associate EVER! I have bought other cars and felt very pressured. Not here and I had problems getting insurance to print and everyone was sooo patient and worries about me. They took care of me until Ali drove off with my car. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
Reviewed June 18, 2016
Everything was great, there. I'm happy the process went fast and smooth. Thank you guys again!
Reviewed June 18, 2016
Thompson was incredible from start to finish. The finance group was amazing as well as your office staff. Great working with Drivetime.
Reviewed June 18, 2016
I will recommend ANYONE looking for a car! You all went completely out of your way for us. When we broke down in our trade in, when we thought we had all the paperwork, our awful time issues because of a move and our family, we were still able to get a van that is EXACTLY what we wanted and needed for our family! My DEEPEST thanks to Brandon! He really did do everything to make our experience great! Thanks so much!
Reviewed June 18, 2016
Fast, very friendly staff had us in and out in a little over an hour. Was quick and prompt in helping us locate a new vehicle.
Reviewed June 18, 2016
DriveTime gave me a chance when no one else would. Thanks DriveTime.
Reviewed June 18, 2016
Mr. ** provided excellent service.
Reviewed June 18, 2016
This place blow my mind. From the time I walked in I felt like family. There was no confusion at all. I had bought cars in my time but I never had a good time buying a car like I did here. Mr. ** kept me informed all the way. Thanks DriveTime!!!
Reviewed June 18, 2016
Poor customer service. Poor time management. Poor interpersonal skills. No eye contact. Poor rationale for needing a cosigner. Not informed on government funds. Slow turn over time. Long wait times. I was not pleased with my experience. It was a long uncalled for, dismissive, rude, and unprofessional experience that I am unlikely to pursue again. The sales personnel did the best they could but seem to have poor management and effective training.
Hello Derick,
I first want to thank you for being a DriveTime customer. I can’t apologize enough for the level of service you received while visiting your local DriveTime. Please know we truly appreciate and value our customers, we understand that without our customers we would not be the company we are today. Here at DriveTime our goal is to not only locate the best vehicle for our customers but to ensure they each have wonderful and enjoyable experience.
To ensure I am accurately addressing your concerns, I would like to take some time to further discuss this matter with you. I will be contacting you within the next 24-48 business hours. Should you prefer immediate assistance you are welcome to contact our Customer Relations Department at (888) 290-0148 and a member of the team will be more than happy to assist.
I thank you for your time and look forward to speaking with you.
Respectfully,Philisha-Customer Relations
Reviewed June 17, 2016
My mother and I visited DriveTime on 06/16/2016 and agreed to and signed a contract for 5 years for the purchase of a 2008 Subaru Outback, Vehicle Identification Number **. We were assisted by sales advisor Steven **. Our experience was the best I had ever experienced with a dealership. The staff was very kind, friendly, and knowledgeable and did exceptionally well with helping us choose the vehicle that we needed and could afford with a down payment that was very suitable. I would recommend DriveTime to anyone looking to purchase a used vehicle.
Reviewed June 17, 2016
This is my second vehicle with DT, and while my first experience was less than pleasant dealing with my home/local DT location, I found the car I really wanted. However, it was 10 hours away at another DT location. Made all the calls and sent all info needed to minimize the time upon arrival. We arrived completed all the paperwork and was on our way home in no time. Six month later here I am needing another vehicle (not due to any issues with first DT purchase) and once again my home/local office was of no assistance. Set out for my search and found what I wanted, this time only 6 hours away. After a bit of back and forth and a few delays (totally all on my part) I arrived at the DT location, begin the process only to find the location had not called my home state to calculate proper and accurate taxes/fees/shipping charges etc & the key to the vehicle had been replaced by DT location yet NOT programmed.
It's hard to be too critical since I had encountered numerous delays and the manager was gracious enough to continue to hold the vehicle until I arrived. While on the other hand it's hard to believe when you know someone is coming from out of state, surely you would try to make certain all items are in order so as not to encounter any issues - something as simple, yet so major as a KEY?!?! I do have to say that for those of us who to battle credit issues, DT can be a great match to a potentially challenging situation.
Reviewed June 17, 2016
Rasheska and Reuben was AWESOME!!! Rasheska really made me feel comfortable and was multitasking with me and another customer. I was in and out in less than an hour. Great service!!
Reviewed June 17, 2016
Colt was great. He made sure all my questions were answered and I was happy about my decision. Was quick and painless.
Reviewed June 17, 2016
Matthew and Ryan are AWESOME! They worked so hard and went out of their way to help me get in a car. Thank you both again.
Reviewed June 17, 2016
I was waited on by Debbie from the time I walked through the door from the time I left. I was very happy with the services I received.
Reviewed June 17, 2016
AWESOME! They deliver the goods. When the commercial says 'turn down for what'. Credit means nothing at DriveTime. They know how important a vehicle is. Service was great, staff so friendly. You do feel at home here. I recommend DriveTime.
Reviewed June 17, 2016
My experience at DriveTime was amazing. I loved the energy and the caring people. Those people also got me in my new car and I really appreciate the time and effort that was put into getting me into a new car. I also want to give a special thanks to Mrs. ** for all of her hard work.
Reviewed June 17, 2016
I just purchased a vehicle with DriveTime and I'm so happy and satisfied with my car, no one else would help me get a car but DriveTime gave me a chance and I'm forever grateful for that.
Reviewed June 17, 2016
I am so glad I decided to go to DriveTime first to purchase my car. The process was so upfront and easy. I have been to other dealerships in the past and felt pressured but I never felt that with DriveTime. Thank you for helping me get into the very car I was looking for!
Reviewed June 17, 2016
I am very pleased with the service that I received with you all at the Petersburg DriveTime.
Reviewed June 17, 2016
I had a great experience with the DriveTime team... they were very helpful and professional
Reviewed June 17, 2016
Best ever experience I have ever had. Didn't think I had a chance but Jessica in Greensboro made it happen. Drove home in my new 2011 Ford Fusion and absolutely love it. When you think there's no hope give DriveTime a try. They will make it happen.
Reviewed June 17, 2016
I had an awesome experience. Monique helped me. She was very patient with me even though I changed my mind 10000 times. Everyone was very helpful. They explained everything to me until I understood well. Thank you very much for all your help in getting me into a car I didn't just like but one that I love. Would recommend DriveTime to anyone and will tell all my friends to go there.
Reviewed June 17, 2016
The only exception I have is the car should have been vacuumed when I purchased it. The salesmen was awesome.
Reviewed June 17, 2016
I really liked DriveTime in Montclair, CA because they were very helpful and tried their best to find me a car and I left very satisfied with my Nissan Versa 2014. It's perfect and what I wanted.
Reviewed June 16, 2016
We had an awesome experience at DriveTime. I found a car I liked at a different location and they went and got it for us. The sales people were friendly and helpful. We will definitely be going back.
Reviewed June 16, 2016
My fiance and I went into the store a few weeks ago and had shown interest in a vehicle that was no longer in stock when we had looked the first time together. But with some good help from Kaitlin and Sammy we were able to find something with similar interest and could not have asked for better service than what I received when I purchased my new vehicle.
Reviewed June 16, 2016
Best car buying experience I've ever had. Would strongly recommend to everyone.
Reviewed June 16, 2016
From the minute we walked in to the day we signed papers the whole experience was outstanding. We felt very welcomed. We were treated respectfully and understood our situation. Never made us feel less important because our credit wasn't good. Every single person (staff) was outstanding!!! Definitely will recommend everyone we know to this facility. Bye bye big dealerships, will never set foot there. #ForeverDrivetime. Big shout out to Mr Jerald ** 5???
Reviewed June 16, 2016
Joseph and Craig WERE/ARE AWESOME. They made the experience smooth and not so time consuming. I am grateful and fortunate to have worked with both. Their fellow employees are also friendly and helpful. Awesome team in Glendale, AZ.
Reviewed June 16, 2016
Hi my name is Josh **. I wanted to email you my feedback to my visit with morse rd Columbus Ohio location today. Me and my boyfriend was looking for a Ford Edge. We went to a outside car lot and got the go around. We work 6 to 7 days a week sometimes, and don't have time for (games). Well that's what that car lot did to us. Well I got to looking on Drivetime's page and seen my location didn't have the edge we was looking for, but the Cincinnati location did. So me and my boyfriend went to the morse Road location and told them that they had the car we wanted, what do we need to do to get it here.
And the 2 gentlemen we worked with was Von and Chris. They was right on it, they got us the car the same day and even called us 15 minutes before the car hit their lot to let us know it was almost there. For people like me that is impatient was very happy they did that. When we got there they took care of us right then and there, had the car ready to test drive.
This is our second vehicle from Drivetime. Our first car is a Dodge Avenger and we still love it, so when we seen the edge we had to have it. And the best part was we only needed $400 down. That was so great. You can ask Von, when he told me that I was like, "Shut up, are you playing with us?" Lol. It made our day. But the point of this email is Drivetime has great people in the morse rd location. So please send them a email and thank them and let them all know they're a great team and keep up the great work! Thank you.
Reviewed June 16, 2016
In general your staff was very helpful. I appreciate the professionalism and attention to detail.
Reviewed June 16, 2016
Yolanda helped me get into another vehicle yesterday! Great customer service, not pushy like most places, and willing to help. Thank you!
Reviewed June 16, 2016
Well first time doing this. You guys at DriveTime make it look so easy. Was hurt giving up my van for $150 BUT LOVE MY NEW VAN. I thank you for your. The sales rep that deal with me was very cool, understandable. I would recommend DriveTime to anyone. Affordability is what people need and DriveTime you make affordable. Thank you.
Reviewed June 16, 2016
I feel that without the help of DriveTime I really don't know if I'd even have a vehicle right now. Everyone there was great. The only criticism I have because I don't want to say complaint is that we were told the car would be a little over 19,000 but when we did all the signing it was almost 29,000. Everything was explained to us & we understand it's the interest rates but it would have been great to know this prior to the signing. All in all everything turned out for the best & everything went good. I will definitely recommend people to DriveTime.
Reviewed June 15, 2016
Overall I am satisfied with the way I was treated. The sales person and the managers were very friendly and professional. I just thought the process was a little slow. I was a little perplexed when I had to wait for the staff to have a meeting before I could finalize my paperwork.
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