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DriveTime Automotive Group Inc., based out of Phoenix, Arizona, operates more than 140 dealerships in the U.S. and is one of the nation's largest used car dealership networks. The company focuses on helping you find a great vehicle, and its approval process lets you know your down payment and monthly payments before you start shopping.
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Reviewed Aug. 6, 2016
Best car shopping experience. Kamar was very patient, helpful, and detailed. He made closing the deal easy and without a second thought. We are grateful to have worked with him and wish him much success. We will be sure to refer our friends to Duluth DriveTime.
Reviewed Aug. 6, 2016
Lakisha ** at DriveTime in Montgomery, AL is the epitome of outstanding customer service. She went above and beyond the call of duty in making sure I got the vehicle I wanted within my budget. The entire staff there was friendly and courteous. I give this place 10 stars!!!
Reviewed Aug. 5, 2016
Thank you DriveTime for your assistance with getting me into a car. Curtis ** was extremely pleasant, professional, and a pleasure to work with. It was the fastest and easiest experience I've had in getting a car and I will definitely recommend any of my friends who are looking for a car. I'm extremely pleased with the level of service I received.
Reviewed Aug. 5, 2016
Very pleased with my Nissan Versa. Customer Service representative was outstanding and so was everyone that completed all transactions. I'll be buying vehicles here from now on, and referring you to friends. Thank you.
Reviewed Aug. 5, 2016
Amazing service! Just wanted to say the people at DriveTime are tremendously professional & understanding of people's time. Max was very helpful in helping me find a great vehicle & explaining how the process works.
Reviewed Aug. 5, 2016
The service was very good and they did a good job explaining everything to me and did everything that they could to help me. To find the vehicle that I liked and get me in it. I would recommend you guys to all my friends and family. I was very pleased with my experience there.
Reviewed Aug. 4, 2016
Would like to extend my thanks to the staff at Drivetime Aurora, IL. We were in a position where no one else would give us a reasonable deal due to our trashy credit, special thanks to silvia and bryce for understanding the issues with our purchase. Drive time has quality cars and plans to make it work!
Reviewed Aug. 4, 2016
The guys at DriveTime were awesome. I knew what I wanted when I walked in the door, and they made sure I left happy. Andy was super helpful! Love my car, and would definitely recommend Drive Time to a friend.
Reviewed Aug. 4, 2016
Denise, Jan and Robert were the ones that mostly worked with me during the sale. They did a great job working with me. The whole experience was fairly smooth and stress free. Rupert was the contact man and was the one who originally was in touch. All four of them were truly helpful and effective. Thanks.
Reviewed Aug. 4, 2016
Very happy with the customer service I received! I love my car, and would recommend friends and family!
Reviewed Aug. 4, 2016
I am very happy with our purchase of a 2013 Ford Fusion. The staff was very helpful and kind. They were not pushy like most car dealerships. We feel as though we got a very fair deal. Thank you so much for all the help. I would definitely recommend this dealership to anyone looking for a great vehicle.
Reviewed Aug. 4, 2016
Best expectations were not only met, but exceeded by the team at store number 7751. I will recommend anyone who needs to get a good new vehicle and don't want the hassle of big dealers. I will love this Lincoln MKZ for many years to come and will be buying the next car there for sure.
Reviewed Aug. 4, 2016
My fiancee is trying to rebuild his credit and was so happy that he got approved for a car. I work at a credit union and we couldn't get him approved until he built a relationship with us. When I got home and read the paperwork and saw he would end up paying 17000.00 for a 2011 Cruze plus 15000.00 in interest I really wanted him to take that car back. A 2015 Chevy Cruze is that price so it should have been way less. Oh well he already signed the paperwork so the most I can do for him is get him refinanced. Well a couple months into having the car blew a head gasket. "Oh no problem. We will fix it. Just take it to Pep Boys and we will cover it after it is diagnosed." Ends up paying 80 to get it diagnosed to be told "oh we don't cover it." As soon as I can get him approved to refinanced we will stop doing business with them. Just ridiculous.
Hello Nikki,
Thank you for taking the time to write a review; I truly appreciate you bringing your concerns to my attention. I truly apologize about the dissatisfaction you feel with us; please know that it is our goal to provide reliable and affordable transportation options for all customers. Since we specialize in working with customers with less than perfect credit, our annual percentage rate (APR) may be higher than expected. We want all customers to feel comfortable with their loan, which is why we provide a Federal Truth in Lending Disclosure prior to sale. This disclosure details the amount of the vehicle, the amount financed, the APR, and the amount expected to be paid throughout the life of the loan. All customers are encouraged to thoroughly review all aspects of their vehicle and loan prior to sale.
In order to assure our customers about the reliability of their vehicle, we subject all vehicles to rigorous inspection prior to sale. At our inspection centers, certified mechanics ensure that the vehicle meets or exceeds national highway safety standards. Customers are also given the opportunity to inspect the drivability during the test drive; this is to help make all customers feel comfortable with their chosen vehicle. After the test drive, customers are directed to complete a walk-around inspection with a sales advisor to address any concerns they may have. In addition to these inspections, all DriveTime vehicles come with a complimentary 30 day/1,500 mile limited warranty, with finance customers having the option to purchase extended coverage for peace of mind. Per the warranty contract, seals, gaskets, fluids are not covered, however I do understand how frustrating it may be. That is why my department is in place; my department, Customer Relations, is in place to review situations where further assistance may be warranted. We review all information provided to ensure that all possible options are thoroughly explored. Unfortunately I was unable to locate an account with the information provided in this review, so to further assist I do advise to contact my department. Customer Relations can be reached at 888-290-0148; hours of operation at 6 AM – 6 PM MST, Monday through Friday.
Thank you again for your time and I appreciate this opportunity to address your concerns.
Respectfully,Andrew – Customer Relations
Reviewed Aug. 4, 2016
Michael ** was wonderful. Words can't describe how amazed and pleased I am with my purchase. Big thanks also to Anthony **. DRIVETIME IS THEEE BEST!
Reviewed Aug. 4, 2016
Thank you for such a pleasant experience. We were very pleased with the service Mitchell and Robert and Deunta gave. This is the best experience we've had in purchasing a vehicle and we will recommend any and everyone to DriveTime in North Little Rock.
Reviewed Aug. 3, 2016
I stopped by DriveTime around 10 am yesterday and it took forever. They had only 1 sales rep and I felt like I waited forever. Which is OK if I leave with a car. But after checking 3 cars out and decided on one, the manager comes to me with a not so comfortable deal after I explained my situation and why I was there. I guess what I am trying to say why waste someone's time (3) hours and not try to evermore work. The deal comes down to 55 dollar weekly difference we are talking about. And what upset me the most is they made me feel like - ah well tough luck bye. How is that making your customers feel SPECIAL?
Good morning Bryan,
Thank you for reaching out to us about your dealership visit. I am truly sorry for any disappointment or inconvenience your experience with us caused and I would like the opportunity to address your concerns. As DriveTime and Bridgecrest (our new loan servicing company) specialize in assisting people with less than perfect credit to finance great vehicles, our approval process and loan terms may differ from other dealerships. Once approved we work diligently to find a vehicle that will work best for our customer regardless of their situation. As it is our goal to assist customers not only to find a vehicle for, but also to help rebuild their credit, we want to ensure we provide terms that our customers will be able to successfully maintain. To do so we offer haggle-free pricing and a streamlined process which analyzes down payment, proof of income, credit score, and proof of residence, to generate terms which will set our customer up for success.
I am sorry that we were unable to find something for you this time around but hope we will get the opportunity to better assist you in the future. Should anything change, or additional information can be provided, we would be happy to reevaluate what you qualify for. If you find a vehicle you like that is not at the location you visited, we encourage you to reach out to the dealership to discuss options of looking into vehicles from other DriveTime locations. Also, keep in mind that our inventory for both lease and purchase vehicles frequently changes and new options are regularly made available.
We greatly value your time and I deeply apologize if your visit with us did not reflect our appreciation. We want our customers to know they are the most important part of DriveTime from the moment they enter our Dealership through every interaction that follows. Please know we are here to help should you have any additional questions or concerns.
Thank you again for your time and feedback. I hope you have a wonderful day.
Sincerely,Natalie – Customer Relations
Reviewed Aug. 3, 2016
The service I received from the DriveTime office in Columbus, GA was great. Mr. **, Mr. **, and Mr. ** was very tentative of me as a customer. These three men are a very assets to your company.
Reviewed Aug. 3, 2016
Our salesperson James was very polite friendly and made this experience very pleasant! I was glad a friend recommended DriveTime and I will be recommending them also...
Reviewed Aug. 2, 2016
Great experience. Approved at web page, it seems to good to be true. Went to get more information and leave with my car. Great service, excellent people working there. Help you at everything. Very grateful!!!
Reviewed Aug. 2, 2016
I had a very pleasant experience when I went to buy a car. I have bought cars in the past where the wait was long and tedious and the staff were less than enthusiastic and friendly. To say I was surprised by how things went this time is an understatement. The wait was reasonable and they made an effort to make sure we were comfortable and understood the process from beginning to end. The salesman helping me, Armon **, was personable and friendly and made me feel like we were old friends out shopping together. I really appreciated his effort on my part. The manager, Brian, was just as friendly and made the process go swiftly and painlessly, since I was giving up money. I would say that anyone shopping for a car should definitely head out to the Torrance location. You will be treated well and get a great deal in the bargain.
Reviewed July 31, 2016
I purchase a car with DriveTime on 6/27/2016. My first payment was due 7/27/2016. I was out of town, when the car completely turns off. I was left in 102 degrees heat and the car would not turn over, and the windows would not let down. After talking with my salesman the car comes back on.
Hello Tamika,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review; I appreciate you for bringingyour concerns to my attention. I am truly and sincerely sorry that you experienced any vehicle issues, but I would like to assure you that we here at DriveTime pride ourselves in providing reliable and affordable transportation options.We want to ensure that all vehicles meet or exceed national highway safety standards; because of this we put each and every vehicle through a multi-point inspection. At our inspection centers, certified mechanics inspect the vehicle and repair as necessary. Unfortunately, we are unable to foresee if any repair concerns may arise once the vehicle leaves the lot after-sale. To help address this, all vehicles come with a complimentary 30 day/1,500 mile limited warranty, with finance customers having the option to purchase extended coverage for peace of mind.
I do see that you have been working with my department, Customer Relations. I encourage you to continue to do so, so that we may reach an amicable resolution.
Should you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at 888-290-0148.
Thank you,Andrew - Customer Relations
Reviewed July 31, 2016
Our time spent was wonderful. All of the staff was courteous and nice in every way.
Reviewed July 31, 2016
The team on NW Freeway in Houston overcame all my credit hurdles and helped get me in the right vehicle no matter how many times I changed my mind. Thanks Kelley, Leroy, Mack, and Sergio! Rock Solid Team!
Reviewed July 30, 2016
Me and my wife had a good experience in the DriveTime office in Concord NC. The staff was great and made us feel comfortable in finding us a car. They were very helpful and professional, courteous throughout the process in purchasing the car. I would definitely recommend a friend.
Reviewed July 30, 2016
Daniel was amazing at helping me and my boyfriend find a new car. Had a sense of humor to go along with his knowledge. Thank you again for helping us find the perfect vehicle for our needs!
Reviewed July 30, 2016
Very happy with the customer service and help. The process was a little slow but well worth it. Overall, Jason and the rest of the team went above and beyond to make sure that I was happy with the final outcome and car chosen. I also appreciate the follow-up from Matt.
Reviewed July 30, 2016
DriveTime is an awesome, hassle-free, and wonderful place. The entire process was easy from beginning to end. All of the employees were very friendly and nice. My rep Kingsley was awesome to deal with. I was able to get approved by myself without a co-signer, get the car of my dreams, and drive away with a smile on my face. If you had a down payment to submit they work with you and do not turn you away if you do not have all of the money upfront, which I loved. Also, they will do automatic payments and report to the credit bureau at least once a month which in turn will help your credit grow and skyrocket through the roof.
TJ and Kingsley kept a smile on my face and were very accommodating to my needs, and found the perfect car for me. I would definitely recommend them to any and all of my friends and family. Thank you guys so much. I could not be any more happier besides the birth of my children and my marriage to my wonderful husband, LOL.
Reviewed July 30, 2016
I highly recommend Jerrad to help with any DriveTime sales! He was very professional and courteous! He was very helpful with the whole experience and I really enjoyed it! Very, very, happy customer!
Reviewed July 30, 2016
I purchased a car approximately 2 weeks ago and currently in the repair shop at this very moment. The tires on the car had little to no tread, so I told them I would not buy the car unless the tires were replaced. After an hour and a half and threats to take my $5000 to another dealer they agreed. However I was told that they would need to set that appointment. After more than a week, over the 5-day return policy and numerous calls, the appointment was scheduled. By the way each time I called I was placed on hold for at least 10 minutes having to hang up and call again, and repeated this until I got someone on the phone. Now the check engine light is on and I'm being told the gas tank fuel neck is defective. How could this vehicle possibly pass inspection as they stated?
Still sitting in the shop's waiting room, waiting to see if my so called warranty is going to cover this since the 30-day warranty covers hardly anything at all. I am very annoyed, tired and disappointed in this entire experience. Also noticed a response from DriveTime customer relations to another consumer, stating that they would help them based on the review, but I don't believe they will considering I called them 2 days after my purchase only to be told "I'm not sure why you are calling here, you should call the dealership." UNHAPPY CUSTOMER, BUYERS BEWARE.
Hello Kellina,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. I am sincerely sorry that your experience with DriveTime has been less than perfect thus far. We want all our customers to feel comfortable in knowing that their vehicle is reliable. Prior to sale, we subject all vehicles to a multiple-point inspection. At our inspection centers, certified mechanics ensure that the vehicle is reliable; all of our vehicles meet or exceed national highway safety standards. Our customers are also encouraged to test the drivability of the vehicle during the test drive. We also take our customers through a final inspection where they walk around the vehicle and bring up any concerns they believe need to be addressed. As comprehensive as these inspections may be, I understand that there may be some failures that cannot be foreseen. Unfortunately, we cannot predict if any component may need attention once the vehicle leaves the lot post-sale. For this reason, all DriveTime vehicles come with a 30 day/1,500 mile limited warranty; finance customers are also given the option to purchase extended coverage for further peace of mind.
I know it can be quite frustrating when components are in need of repair on your vehicle. Please know that we are unable to sell a vehicle if it does not meet specific standards. My department, Customer Relations, is in place to review situations such as yours. We ensure that all possible assistance options are thoroughly explored. I do see that you have been in contact with my department; I encourage you to continue to work with us so that we may reach an amicable resolution to your concerns. We want to turn this situation around for you as best as we can. Should you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. Our phone number is 888-290-0148 and our hours of operation are 6 AM to 6 PM MST, Monday through Friday.
Thank you again for your time and I truly appreciate this opportunity to address your concerns.
Respectfully,Andrew – Customer Relations
Reviewed July 29, 2016
My first time leasing a car, I purchased a 2012 Avenger. A few months later I had a accident and received replacement. Out of all the cars they stated I could get with no down payment through my Gap insurance a 2009 Malibu was the best. Not the Avenger I had before. I also was told that I could return it within 3 days but nothing of the 300 miles. I live a hour away from the place so when I tried to return the bad car was told that I was over the mileage, and I would have to pay 250 to switch to a new car.
NOT EVEN 5 MONTHS. The traction lights pops on and off. Also was told all 4 rims were bent, water drains into the floor on back passenger side. Took the car to different places. Was told that I would have to pay 100 in order for them to fix anything on the car. Just replaces the lower arm control and hub bearing. Less than 6 months the car will not go in drive, reverse anything. I had to have it towed home. They would not give me a replacement or tow it to a shop. I will have to pay out of pocket for everything. Called to have them pick it up at this point because I was sold a Lemon. When I call I am switch to every dept they have just to be told it was nothing they could do.
Hello Latoya,
I appreciate you taking the time out to leave a review, I first want to expresses my sincere apologies for any frustrations this matter has caused. I know that it can be very upsetting purchasing a vehicle and it not operating correctly. Please know it is truly my goal to see how I can assist in turning things around.
It is our goal to provide our customers with safe and reliable vehicles. To ensure this, we hand selected each of the vehicles we make available to our customers. Also prior to sale, our vehicles undergo a full safety and mechanical inspection. These inspections are performed by certified mechanics, if a part fails during inspection it is immediately replaced and retested. Even with all of the precautions we take prior to sale, we are never able to predict if a future failure will arise.
It is my understanding that you have been in contact with a member of my department. However, it appears we may be waiting for additional information. Should you have any additional questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us and a member of the team will be more than happy to assist.
I appreciate your time and hope you have a wonderful day.
Thank YouPhilisha-Customer Relations
Reviewed July 29, 2016
I recently paid my last payment for my leased car. Thank God I am done. Ever since the name changed to Bridgecrest I would get a call the day the bill is due. When they were just Drivetime, I got much better service. The referral program is a joke. I referred my friend and she purchased a SUV. When she gave the rep my and my daughter's information, he played dumb and said he could not locate me. She even gave him my account number. Needless to say I never received my referral fee. All I can say is buyers beware.
Hello Sindy
Congratulations on paying off your lease vehicle with us! I am very sorry to hear you were displeased with the service you received form Bridgecrest. Please know, we never want a customer to feel as if they are not truly valued. Here at DriveTime, we understand that without our customers we would not be the company we are today.
I understand you mentioned you did not receive your referral credit; I sincerely apologize for this mishap. Typically, referral credits are added to a customer’s account once the person they referred makes their first payment. Also, it is very important for the person who you referred to list your full name and their application. We appreciate when our customers take the time out to refer their friends and family, we understand that there is nothing better than the worth of mouth.
I hope that this mishap does not prevent you from utilizing us in the future. If there are perhaps any additional questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to let us know. You are welcome to reach out to my department, Customer Relations at (888) 290-0148 and a member of the tam will be more than happy to assist.
Thank you and I hope you have a wonderful day.
Sincerely,Philisha-Customer Relations
Reviewed July 29, 2016
I LOVE DriveTime Corpus Christi!!! My husband bought our first vehicle here several years ago with Allison ** and when it came time for me to get a vehicle, there were other places I could go to, but I went right back knowing they would go ABOVE AND BEYOND. I LOVE our Kia Sorento. DriveTime exceeds any dealer...ever. I have already had two people comment and say, "WOW!"
Reviewed July 29, 2016
This was my 2nd visit to DriveTime. I bought a car from them a few months ago that I absolutely adored. Unfortunately I was involved in an accident and my heart broke when I heard from the insurance company that my gorgeous car was totaled. Thankfully, I had GAP coverage through DriveTime. They not only covered the gap in my insurance, but they covered the down payment for a new car at DriveTime. I was thrilled to work with a knowledgeable staff who not only remembered me but treated me with the same amazing kindness and respect that they showed me on my first visit. I found a vehicle I thought I loved, but after thinking it over I brought it back and they got me into a new car that I love even more with NO HASSLE.
The staff at the Plano Location are amazing, patient, answered all my questions and put up with my indecisiveness with no complaints. They work hard to get you the car you love with the least amount of stress possible. Breanna was quick to return my phone calls, answer my millions of questions, and went out of her way to get me into the right car for me. I would recommend this place to anyone. Best customer Service experience I have had ever at ANY business. If I could give this place 10 stars I would.
Reviewed July 28, 2016
Frank was awesome. He kept us in the loop of everything that was happening and everything that we needed to know. He is a great asset to your team. I would recommend you guys to anyone that I run into looking for a car.
Reviewed July 28, 2016
I'm a single mom of 2 kids and they took complete advantage of me. They saw how desperate I was. My son has severe medical issues and I needed a car to get around and get him to his appointments. They told me they could work with me and asked me how much I wanted to pay - I said around $200 a month. He said there were two cars in my price range. He could only find the keys to one so we looked at it. He said the payments would be $210 a month. I said "okay that would work."
After it started hitting my account I found out that was coming out every pay check. I've call them every other week trying to get it fixed and looked into and they say they will call me back and never ever do. I also found out they charged me more than double what my car is worth and when asked why they said it was because they buy cars from an auction and pay to fix them up. But I have been in the car shop every week with something new wrong with the car. So obviously that was a lie too.
I also was told that I was getting a complimentary service with my car called Motion GPS that tracks where my car is at all times. (Nothing I need but they said it was free.) Later when looking through my paperwork that was a $900 service that was added without my permission. The car I have is worth $5,000 - my loan amount is $16,000. I cannot work full time due to my sons medical conditions so I was very upset and I’m trying to build my credit so I cannot return the car because that would ruin my credit.
Hello Brittany,
I want to first thank you for taking the time to leave a review. I am sincerely sorry that you are dissatisfied with DriveTime; both the loan and the vehicle. Please know that it is our goal to provide reliable and affordable transportation options for all customers. Due to the fact that we specialize in working with customers with less than perfect credit, the annual percentage rate (APR) may be higher than expected. We want all of our customers to understand and be comfortable with their loan, which is why we guide our customers through the contracting process. Should a customer have any question regarding their loan, our underwriters will explain during the contracting process. In order to be as transparent as possible with our loans, we provide a Federal Truth in Lending Disclosure prior to the customer signing. This disclosure details the vehicle amount, the amount financed, the APR, the payment amounts, and the amount to expected to be paid throughout the life of the loan. We also advise our customers on their payment frequency, whether it be weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly. During the contracting, our underwriters verify the pay frequency of the customer and schedule the due date schedule according to the customer’s pay-date schedule. This is because we want to help our customers build their credit and we want to set them up for success.
The GPS service, along with the GAP insurance and the Aeverex extended warranty, are all part of the ancillary products. These products are completely optional and are not required to purchase the vehicle. We also provide a disclosure that the customer signs stating that they acknowledge that the ancillary products are 100% optional.
It is true that we purchase our vehicles from auction and we invest, on average, $1,200 of parts and labor into each vehicle. We also price our vehicles within the NADA accepted fair market range in the Kelly Blue Book. We want all of our customers to be comfortable with their loan and their vehicle, which is why we provide all the information prior to contract signing.
I’m truly sorry that you are unhappy with the loan terms, and I would like to try to reach an amicable resolution. I see that you have been in communication with my department, Customer Relations, and I encourage you to continue to do so. Should you require immediate assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at 888-290-0148.
Thank you,Andrew – Customer Relations
Reviewed July 28, 2016
Antoine was my salesman and he was amazing! I told him what I wanted and my needs. He showed me only cars that met my criteria, but will say, I fell in love with the 1st car I drove. The whole process was easy and I drove out with my car in 2 hours!
Reviewed July 28, 2016
I just want to say what a great experience I had with Elena **, at DriveTime on Decatur Blvd, in Las Vegas, NV. She went above and beyond to see that I was happy with my choice any helping get a car in dire circumstance. She is extremely professional, friendly and also understanding. She made it happen for me to walk of the lot very happy and pleased with my car. Thank you again Elena!!! I highly recommend her to anyone who needs a car!! Thank you.
Reviewed July 28, 2016
I was very happy with the shopping experience. Everybody was nice and friendly and I didn't wait too long for the car buying experience.
Reviewed July 27, 2016
Dealership manager kinda rude. Car didn't have spare tire. They wouldn't provide one. No floor mats. Again didn't provide any.
Hello Ron,
First I would like to thank you for taking your time to write a review; I’m sincerely sorry that your experience with DriveTime was less than perfect. Please know that here at DriveTime, we pride ourselves in providing the utmost in customer service. We want all of our customers to know that they are the best and most important part of DriveTime, the moment the step in the door. This is by no means an excuse towards your experience, however I do want to ease your hesitation towards our level of service.
And as we are the nation’s largest pre-owned vehicle dealership, the vehicles at our dealerships may show some normal wear and tear. All items pertaining to the vehicle are given to the customer at the time of sale. Since we have a multitude of makes and models at our dealership, we are unable to accommodate for cosmetic components. However, my department, Customer Relations, is in place to ensure that we explore all possible assistance options thoroughly. I would like to look into your situation further; please expect a call from me within the next 1-2 business days.
Should you require immediate assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. The Customer Relations phone number is 888-290-0148 and our hours of operation are 6 AM – 6 PM MST, Monday through Friday.
Thank you again for your time and I look forward to speaking with you.
Respectfully,Andrew – Customer Relations
Reviewed July 27, 2016
It felt like I was catered to as soon as I called to ask about a car. My credit is not good at all but at any time it got brought up. I could choose whatever car I wanted. The one I picked was a BMW that was at another dealership 4 hours away. They got it in one day. I will always come back to drivetime. Jose was professional and respectful. The sales manager Olivia was the nicest person there. Thanks DriveTime for the car.
Reviewed July 26, 2016
Thanks to Charles & Christopher for their great assistance in locating and approving a vehicle that met my standards. They were wonderful and deserve to be compensated for their great effort to assist. Again I thank you and your wonderful team at DriveTime.
Reviewed July 26, 2016
I was really happy at first to finally find a place I could get a car without paying a ton down. Then when I had my car inspected they told me the rotors needed to be replaced but it still passed inspection. At this point I've had the car for over the 5 day return period... So I take it to the warranty dealer and tell me they won't pay for it. So I try to return the car and they say I'll lose my deposit and it will be considered voluntarily repossessed. This is just a terrible way to run a business.
Hello Devery,
Thank you for reaching out to us and letting us know about your overall experience. I am glad to hear that your initial interaction with us was pleasant but am sad to know that you have been less satisfied since. Please know that all of our vehicles undergo rigorous inspection prior to sale and if we see that any issues are present, our certified mechanics will address them. However if no safety or mechanical issues are found, there would be no need to repair.
As with any pre-owned vehicle, we are unable to predict future concerns, which is why we offer warranties to assist should mechanical issues arise. In the warranties we provide, brakes concerns are typically not covered. However, should the situation warrant further review, my department, Customer Relations, is here to look into options available. I see you have recently been in contact with my department regarding your concerns. Should there be any remaining concerns or unanswered questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at 888-290-0148. Please know we have your best interest in mind and will always work to find an amicable resolution for any concerns you may have.
Thank you again for your time, I hope you have a wonderful day.
Sincerely,Natalie - Customer Relations
Reviewed July 26, 2016
People were friendly and helpful. I would recommend my friends and family members to go there. Next car I get will be from you. Thank you.
Reviewed July 26, 2016
Overall I am happy with everything so far. The main thing that got to me was every 5 mins the guy helping us would stop to answer the phone and help them and put us on hold which caused us to be there longer than we should have. I would understand if he answered and put them on hold for someone else to help them but he wouldn't. He would take 10 to 20 mins to help them. He would stop in the middle of a sentence with us like it was no big deal.
Hello Brady,
First I would like to thank you for taking your time to leave a review. I’m very glad to hear that your overall experience with DriveTime is positive. I am sincerely sorry that your time spent at the dealership was longer than expected. Please know that we pride ourselves in providing the utmost in customer service. We want each and every customer to know that they are the best and most important part of DriveTime the moment they step in the door. There may be different situations where customers may ask more questions, which in turn may cause the time spent at the dealership to vary. This is by no means an excuse for your experience, I just want to ease your hesitance towards our level of service. The information you provided will assist us in improving our customer service proficiency, and I will address it with the proper department.
I would like to see what I may be able to do to turn this situation around for you. Please expect a call from me within the next 1-2 business days so that I may better address your concerns. Should you require immediate assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. My department, Customer Relations, can be reached at 888-290-0148; our hours of operation are 6 AM – 6 PM, Monday through Friday.
Thank you again for your time and I look forward to speaking with you.
Respectfully,Andrew – Customer Relations
Reviewed July 26, 2016
I would have rated excellent. I really liked the process and how they helped me get into a car. I just didn't like that I was unable to choose into more cars. Was only able to choose into a small amount. I understand due to my down payment and credit but would have liked more flexibility and options to drive a bigger car.
Reviewed July 26, 2016
I first contacted DriveTime in Dec last year. Spoke with Jennifer. Long story short I took a job with a company car. I told Jennifer at the time that when I needed to purchase in future I would call her. Jennifer checked on me periodically. Then this month I needed to buy a car. I stopped by met with Frank **. He pulled my file and he contacted Jennifer. I bought a 2013 Kia Rio hatchback. The process was simple compared to a dealership. I know this because I worked at three dealerships as a salesman. The Manager Matt did an excellent job in presenting the contract to us. For buying a car I can say it was an enjoyable experience. The customer service skills of the staff in Orange Park is excellent. I would highly recommend DriveTime to anyone in the Greater Jacksonville Area. Thanks again to all the staff.
Reviewed July 26, 2016
The experience was great up until we were asked for our insurance information. We bring the information as asked and THEN were informed that it has to show 30 days from that date. Had we been given that information PRIOR to driving home to get the paperwork we could've avoided wasted time and gas. Once we finally got the insurance issue taken care of I was able to take the car home. Prior to taking the car, the dealership made sure that the yellow sensor (that was a tire pressure sensor) went away.
The day after buying the car the sensor comes back on, so I'm instructed to call the warranty company. The warranty company tells where to take the car to get it fixed/checked. Come to find out there's a nail in one of my tires and it clearly was an issue that the tire had ON the lot since the tire sensor was on during my test drive, but they're refusing to replace or repair the tire. I'm incredibly unhappy with how this has been handled and the insurance issue. My parents were also with when all this occurred and after having previously bought a car from DriveTime they're disappointed that they couldn't bring their daughter to somewhere that's going to uphold the treatment they've had previously.
Kristin,
Thank you for bringing this matter to my attention. I am very sorry to hear of the situation with insurance while at the dealership as well as the tire concerns you mentioned. Here at DriveTime, we strive to ensure that every customer has a pleasant and rewarding car buying experience, and I apologize that your experience was less than ideal. Please be assured that we appreciate your feedback as it helps us to continue improving on our level of service.
Here at DriveTime, we understand that certain situations warrant further review. I understand that you have been in contact with us regarding this matter, and it is my understanding that we have come to an amicable resolution. 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.
Tyler – Customer Relations
Reviewed July 26, 2016
Let me provide a little bit of a back story. I'm a young college student in the San Marcos area, and I had been taken advantage of by the Texas Auto Center in that area. Desperately in need of a car, I end up getting sold a very dangerous vehicle. It runs fine for a little while, but soon I find out it has very dangerous body frame damage and suspension damage that was ironically left out of all the paperwork. Long story short, soon the suspension damage fried my compressor and my car died while I was driving. Horrible ordeal.
In a stressful situation without a car, and worried about losing my job, I rushed to the DriveTime in New Braunfels. There I met with Matt and a couple other salespeople. I had dealt with them over the phone a couple times, and they were patient with all my "panicky" questions and concerns, and once I actually stepped into the store I was all nerves. Matt was such a sweetheart, and slowly explained everything to me during the process. He even made small talk and jokes to calm me down.
The approval was quick, and soon I was eyeing a red 2014 Chevy Spark. After kind of explaining what happened, Matt was quick to spend a lot of time on inspecting every part of the vehicle as well as going over every inch of the car history and a couple open recalls on the chimes. He also explained the different warranties that they had, just in case. All in all, I was at absolute ease before I even signed any paperwork. As I didn't have a working vehicle, the DriveTime did everything they could to get me on the road that day. Luckily, I left with a gorgeous, gently used car, and I was so confident in my choice.
A couple weeks later, the check engine light comes on. Of course, due to my ordeal previously, I was almost about to give up. I kept thinking "Great. I got scammed again". I called Aeverex, their warranty provider, and yet again I got to speak to a very cheery and informative person. He explained I was still under warranty and everything would be covered if I could make it to a shop.
I drove to the mechanic, told them I was a DriveTime customer, and I felt like I was getting star treatment. He was absolutely pleasant, made sure to specify I would be taken care of, and worked closely with the company to approve any work being done. So, not only was DriveTime in NB very friendly, they have a very positive relationship with their outside network of mechanics and I felt absolutely safe that I wouldn't be screwed or lied to, or pushed to make outlandish repairs. The problem was simply a bad coil, which was replaced and I was out the door without spending a penny. Just a few hours of time. All in all. I will refer to anyone and everyone to DriveTime. I have bad credit, and I wasn't guilted into a purchase. I got to get a car I enjoyed, not a driving lemon or death trap, and even when an issue did come up I was treated respectfully and the solution was fast. I am glad to be a part of the DriveTime family.
Reviewed July 26, 2016
2008 Toyota Camry - I cannot describe how great everybody at DriveTime was! They were all so nice and helpful! Melissa ** made was so helpful and was extremely friendly during the whole experience! The cars they have are very nice. I love my Camry! I have told everybody I know about them. I highly recommend them to anybody!
Reviewed July 26, 2016
I purchased a Fiat 200 down then was going to be charged 200 every 2 weeks. Now I understand my credit is not great but at 23% interest I could have purchased 2 cars and then after 3 days I returned the car. The engine light always coming on and the fan running high. They gave me 49 dollars back. I will be contacting channel 5 investigates.
Hello Gina,
Thank you for your review, I am sorry to hear you returned your vehicle to DriveTime. Please know we truly strive to ensure each customer we have the pleasure of working with, is not only happy with the service they received but satisfied with the vehicle they selected.
Here at DriveTime, it is our goal to be very upfront and honest with our customers. We do not compete on price nor do we hide it. Since we specialize in financing for individuals with less than perfect credit, the interest rates for our financing can be higher than expected. At the time of sale, our underwriters will walk each customer through their lease or purchase agreement with us to ensure they are comfortable with the terms and conditions. I understand you were displeased with the annual percentage rate you qualified for, and I cannot apologize enough for the frustrations this matter has caused.
All vehicles that we make available to our customers undergo a full safety and mechanical inspection. Each inspection that is performed is completed by a fully trained and license mechanic, if any components fail they will be replaced. While we take all necessary steps to ensure our vehicles are reliable prior to sale, we are never able to predict if a future issue will arise. For this reason, we offer all customer a 30 day or 1,500-mile warranty just in case mechanical concerns come up.
I know that it is very upsetting not receiving your full down payment back. We understand that in some cases, a customer may no longer be interested in keeping the vehicle they have selected. For situations like this, we do provide our customers the ability to return their vehicle under our Vehicle Return Program. With this program our customers have the ability to bring back their vehicle within the first five days or three hundred miles of purchase. Typically, customers may not receive their full down payment back if the vehicle is not returned in the same condition, or if there is excesses mileage on the vehicle.
I would like to personally discuss this matter with you, please know I will be contacting you within the next 24-48 business hours. Should you prefer to speak with someone immediately, you are more than welcome to contact Customer Relations at (888)290-0148 and a member of the team will be happy to assist.
I appreciate your time and hope you have a wonderful day.
Respectfully,Philisha- Customer Relations
Reviewed July 25, 2016
Matt and his manager gave us fast and pleasant service. I really appreciate the time and knowledge they shared with my wife and I to assist us in our purchase. 2013 HYUNDAI ACCENT. Thank you.
Reviewed July 25, 2016
I'm so disappointed I went in on Thursday and traded my car in for a Hyundai Elantra that I was very happy with. Unfortunately, that only lasted 2 days. Saturday, my check engine light turned on and by Monday morning when I was trying to go to work my car just didn't turn on, just my luck when I wanted to go have it serviced on Saturday. As soon as my check engine light was on the locations where we can take it is closed on the weekends. I should have just kept my old car and I wouldn't have had this problem. I'm so disappointed now, I hope they can fix it and I won't have to be without a car for a long time.
Hello Vanessa,
I want to first thank you for taking the time out to bring this matter to our attention and allowing me the chance to further assist. I know that it can be very upsetting purchasing a vehicle that is not operating correctly, and for that I truly apologize.
Here at Drivetime, we strive to provide our customers with not only safe and reliable vehicles but also with the best car buying experience. Each of our vehicles are hand selected and undergo a full safety and mechanical inspection. These inspections take place to ensue each component within the vehicle are within all manufacturer required specifications. If ever a part fails inspection, it will be replaced immediately and retested. However, we understand pre-owned vehicles can be unpredictable and parts can fail without warning. For this reason, we offer each of our customers a complimentary 30 day or 1,500-mile warranty.
I know that this has been a less than ideal situation, and I cannot apologize enough. It’s my understanding that this matter has been resolved. Should you have any additional questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to our Customer Relations Department at (888) 290-0148 at any time. Please know we are always here to help.
I thank you so much for your time and hope you have a relaxing weekend.
Respectfully,Philisha-Customer Relations
Reviewed July 25, 2016
These two men were awesome in meeting my needs. I was so impressed with their salesmanship. Keith and Derrick went over everything detail by detail.
Reviewed July 25, 2016
They were true to their word. Hassle free. Great selection. The only thing wrong was I did not get a remote key for the car. But everything else was great. Justin was nice.
Reviewed July 24, 2016
I got the best quality customer service at DriveTime in Montclair. Ammon was my salesperson and he was indeed one of the best salesperson I've ever dealt with in my life! I will definitely recommend DriveTime to anyone who's in need of a car!
Reviewed July 24, 2016
Recommended by a friend to come by. Was immediately greeted soon as I walked in. A total of maybe 2 hours from start to finish. My sales associate, Mica, was very friendly and answered every question with clarity. Would recommend to anyone.
Reviewed July 24, 2016
Michelle was amazing even over the phone before she met me in person. Joseph was a great help looking into cars as well as Ryan. Everyone was patient and willing to help me find the car I wanted at the price and for around the payment I wanted. I do have to say they are straight forward and are willing to work with everything as far as the can.
Reviewed July 24, 2016
My 1st time financing a car. Me and my boyfriend applied together, got approved for several cars. Ended up driving off lot in 2012 Honda. Salesman chuck went above & beyond to help us get the car we wanted. Sidin helped as well. Would recommend!
Reviewed July 24, 2016
I'm returning my vehicle. I was never showed the Truth in Lending Statement till signing. I was told my payments would be $250-$360. No one said that was every 2 weeks until at signing and I assumed that was monthly. My budget was MAX $350. Instead I get $237 bi-weekly ($474/monthly). WAY OVER MY BUDGET. If it had been revealed to me upfront, we would never have signed the deal.
Hi Robert,
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I am truly sorry to see that your experience with us was less than five stars. We strive to provide each and every customer with world class customer service as well as a positive car buying experience.
To ensure transparency, we provide each and every customer with a Federal Truth in Lending disclosure. This document outlines the price of the vehicle, cost of any ancillary products, the annual percentage rate (APR), as well as any finance charges that may be incurred during the life of the loan. We are only able to provide this document during signing as prior to signing, we do not have enough information to determine what the exact terms and conditions of the loan will be. Only until we know which vehicle will be chosen, a customer’s credit score, how much the down payment will be, as well as if a customer will opt to purchase any ancillary products are we able to provide the final terms and conditions of the loan.
I am sorry to hear that you will be returning your vehicle. I would like to discuss this matter with you further to better address your concerns, however, I was unable to locate an account based on the information provided in this review. If you have any further questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to our Customer Relations Department at 888-290-0148. Thank you and I hope you have a wonderful day.
Tyler – Customer Relations
Reviewed July 24, 2016
Fantastic experience with DriveTime Gulf Freeway! Roland **, my salesman was over the top. Roland was a breath of fresh air for a used car dealership. THANK YOU DRIVETIME!! GREAT JOB ROLAND ** AND GULF FREEWAY SALES STAFF!!!
Reviewed July 24, 2016
The staff is always professional.
Reviewed July 23, 2016
I was greatly satisfied with my purchased vehicle. The staff was very nice ALMOST like family. I would recommend them to friends. As to I would buy from them again. So as I go on this DriveTime journey, wish me well. #I'm just saying!!!
Reviewed July 23, 2016
We had a very good experience with all salespeople and staff at DriveTime. Our salesperson Kayon did everything she could to help us get the perfect car for us at the least amount of time and trouble. Best car buying experience ever!
Reviewed July 23, 2016
Adam was very helpful with all of my needs as I car shopped. I wanted low mileage and not a outstanding payment each month. Mileage was perfect! Monthly payment needs a little work but I can work on that. I was very nervous about the whole process due to my recent credit issues but after a few minutes with Adam my husband and I was somewhat at ease. I would definitely recommend them to anyone in need of a car???
Reviewed July 23, 2016
Buying this car was confusing. We were told different things by different people most of the time. We had a tag we wanted to transfer but we told we could not use it because it was in both my husband name and mine and my husband was not on the loan. It is a handicap tag and he needs it. We were also told that Saturday was considered a business day because they are open in regard to the five day return policy. I am under the impression that standard business days are Monday - Friday. It took a long time to buy the car. They did bring it over from Orlando for us but the back door lock were not working correctly and have to be fixed and also there are two open recalls on the car.
Hello Andrea,
I would like to thank you for writing a review and bringing your concerns to my attention. I truly and sincerely apologize about any frustrations or confusion this situation may have caused you. Registration and licensing of the vehicle varies from state to state. When registering vehicles, DriveTime abides by all local and federal policies. Our Vehicle Return Program (VRP) allows our customers to return their vehicle, and cancel their contract. The time-frame for the VRP is within the first five calendar days, or 300 miles, from the point of purchase (excluding Sundays and holidays). We encourage all customers to review documents provided at the time of sale; all customers are provided documentation regarding the terms of the VRP.
When purchasing a vehicle with DriveTime, we want to ensure that the customer is comfortable with the vehicle and their purchase. Our sales advisers guide our customer’s through the contract and answer any questions the customer may have. We want all customers to experience the utmost in customer service, and because of this time spent at the dealership varies from customer to customer. I apologize about the unexpected time you spent at the dealership. I will take the information you have provided and I will address it with the proper department so that we may improve upon our level of service.
In regards to any repair concerns with your vehicle, the first step would be to contact Aeverex your warranty administrator. If for any reason there are non-covered components, my department, Customer Relations, can review your situation. We want to ensure that all possible options are thoroughly explored.
Again I want to thank you for reaching out to us regarding these matters. I apologize for any inconveniences they may have caused you. If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out us. Our Customer Relations Department can be reached at 800-290-0148
Thank you,Andrew – Customer Relations
Reviewed July 23, 2016
I am very happy with my experience at DriveTime. My sales rep Joshua ** was more than helpful and made my overall experience as pleasant as possible. I will refer this dealership to my friends to pass on the great experience I had to others.
Reviewed July 22, 2016
I would like to take this time to thank ** and ** for making my buying experience an easy one! From the moment I walked in to their office (located at 2143 W Camelback) I felt welcomed. Both were professional, knowledgeable, responsive to my needs and showed genuine care. My hat goes off to these two individuals! Both were simply AMAZING!
Reviewed July 22, 2016
DriveTime, more particular Dania ** was extremely personable, helpful, friendly and knowledgeable... She answered all of my questions and made this experience "tolerable" for me as I am NOT a car shopper. I had not purchased a car since 2000 and really dread it, but was not bad at all. Thank you Dania.
Reviewed July 22, 2016
I had a great experience at the dealership in North Little Rock, AR. The sale manager was very nice, and the sale person (Thomas **) was a great salesman. I would recommend it to a friend when they want to buy a vehicle.
Reviewed July 21, 2016
Great experience. Theo was awesome.
Reviewed July 21, 2016
Our sales lady was very helpful, very awesome. I couldn't have asked for anything better. They really helped us out in a bind. They had a very nice selection. Did not pressure us into anything we cannot afford. And showed us a few different models and a few of the same models of the same car we bought.
Reviewed July 21, 2016
I gave all my information over phone - they stated "all was approved, just come up." I stated to them that I did not have a lot of time to waste coming up from Naples Fl to Fort Myers Fl. They stated the with the vehicle I wanted all was set. I told them how much I had for down payment and what I had to spend a my on payment. Again they stated "all was set, no problem - we can do it." After I get there they tell me I needed to put $1,500 down and payments would be $450.00 a my that was twice the amount I stated to them I had to spend. What a joke and waste of my time. They wasted my time on phone when I was told I was approved with terms I stated to them and wasted my time when I got up to dealership. Just like I thought - just another scam.
Hi Robert,
I first want to thank you for leaving a review and allowing me the opportunity to appropriately address your concerns. I absolutely understand how upsetting it is being told you are approved with certain terms, and for that to change once you present your personal identifying information to the dealership.
Here at DriveTime we strive to work with our all of customers and locate a vehicle that will not only fit their driving needs but their personal financial situation as well. We offer our customers a very unique approval process, since we specialize in working with customer who have less than perfect credit we do not base our decision solely on a customer’s credit score. The down payment that is required at the time of sale is something that is computer generated and is determined off a couple different factors such as: proof of income, vehicle selected, proof of residence and the annual percentage rate approved for.
It is our goal to ensure we are setting our customers up for success, in doing so this can sometimes cause the down payment to be higher than expected. I am sorry to hear you are no longer interested in working with DriveTime. Should your situation ever change, please do not hesitate to reach out to a member of your local dealership. We would love to have you apart of the DriveTime family.
Thank you and I hope you have a wonderful day.
Respectfully,Philisha- Customer Relations
Reviewed July 20, 2016
Great experience. Everyone made the car buying experience painless. Would recommend to a friend.
Reviewed July 20, 2016
Bernard and Brandon gave my grandson and I great customer service on our second purchase of a auto. They both went above and beyond to make sure we received what we wanted. Also, listened to me about what payments we could afford. Great job to both of them.
Reviewed July 20, 2016
My service rep Micheal was great at answering all of our questions, keeping us informed of our options, and easing the tedious process of car buying. Great customer service. Sales Manager Kenneth was also a great help making sure we understood policies and options. We also appreciated him following up with us while processing our application and after.
Reviewed July 20, 2016
My wife and I were very pleased with our experience at DriveTime. JR ** treated us like family and made the process very appealing. I was a bit skeptic about the purchase, but after everything was said and done, I honestly feel relieved and credit Mr ** with the purchase. My Toyota Tundra is a dream come true. We walked in to finishing the deal on a Ford Edge and walked out proud owners of Tundra.
Reviewed July 20, 2016
From the time I walked in until I left I felt welcomed. The staff were very professional, courteous, and helpful. My deepest heartfelt thanks goes out to Dominique, Cynthia, and Casey. I would definitely come back again for my next purchase.
Reviewed July 20, 2016
My overall experience with DriveTime was amazing. The salesman that assisted me was very helpful and patient. I walked in without a car and walked out with one so I was very pleased.
Reviewed July 20, 2016
Josh was very professional! The financial part was dreadful...
Hello Shawanda,
I want to first thank you for taking the time out to leave a review. I am happy to hear the sales advisor who had the pleasure of working with you, was great and assisted you locating a vehicle that best fit your needs. I am truly sorry for any frustrations the financial aspect of your car buying experience may have caused.
Please know, we strive to ensure our customers are not only happy with the vehicle they selected but comfortable with the terms and conditions of their contract. We understand purchasing a vehicle is a big decision and our goal is to make the process as simple as possible. I would like to see how I can turn things around for you, I will be contacting you within the next 24-48 business hours to further discuss the concerns you have mentioned.
I thank you for your time and I look forward to speaking with you.
Respectfully,Philisha-Customer Relations
Reviewed July 18, 2016
I really got a good deal. I got my dream car, with my lack of credit history and having just started a new job.
Reviewed July 18, 2016
I was left with disappointment about purchasing a car at many local dealership. They made me feel like I wasn't important or creditable. When I walked into DriveTime, I was greeting with a professional smiling face (Francis) in Orange Park Fl, Blanding Blvd. He told me not to worry, that I was important and in the right place for help. I am extremely happy that I walked through those doors at DriveTime because me and my family are riding in a beautiful, clean and dependable car. I will like to thank Francis and Matt a thousands times. Believe in DriveTime because they are solid for customers.
Reviewed July 18, 2016
Newport News Drivetime dealer made my decision easy. Brandie ** she's great. She run the extra mile to find me my Kia Sorento. All the staff are friendly and you don't feel the pressure to buy the car like other dealer around the area. Thank you Drivetime Newport News for my Kia.
Reviewed July 18, 2016
I have a wonderful experience with your staff. I do have one complaint. There was no windshield wiper fluid in the vehicle at all. It is little things like that, that makes one wonder if things were really checked properly. I have sent others.
Reviewed July 18, 2016
All of DriveTime staff located at Marlow Heights location were outstanding.
Reviewed July 17, 2016
Absolutely love the Tampa DriveTime! They were all so friendly and our sales man Justin was great. Thanks for getting me into an awesome car!
Reviewed July 17, 2016
Thank you for all the help you gave us in getting our car.
Reviewed July 17, 2016
Cassandra was absolutely wonderful. I came in on a Saturday morning, they were packed and she was the only sales associate. She was apologetic about the wait and made the situation feel good. I love my new car and I really appreciate not only Cassandra, but DriveTime as well!
Reviewed July 17, 2016
The whole ordeal from start to end was great. You guys make the car buying simple and pleasant with no typical car buying problems. Everyone was super nice, and made my experience good enough to come back to you guys for my next used car purchase... keep it up guys.
Reviewed July 17, 2016
The experience at DriveTime was exceptional. Kristie was a good salesperson with a great personality. I will recommend DriveTime to anybody.
Reviewed July 16, 2016
My sales agent Kelson was amazing. Fast and speedy service, very informative and fun and friendly environment. The financial advisor Bill was wonderful as well.
Reviewed July 16, 2016
Darius was our salesperson, we spoke with him on the phone first, and once there he did exactly as he said he would. We told him what we could afford and he match us perfectly with a car. He wasn't rude or stand offish as some car dealers are. He was personable and carried on conversation. The other team members were nice and friendly and overall we had a very pleasant experience after many unpleasant visits to other dealers. We will highly recommend DriveTime to all our friends!!! Thank you Darius for helping our family get back on the road!!
Reviewed July 16, 2016
The only thing that was a little slow was the final paperwork. Having to wait to sign after we already had the vehicle. Other than that the experience was amazing. Didn't feel pressured at all which is something that you just don't find at many dealerships.
Reviewed July 16, 2016
I paid my car off in July 2016 and come to find out they didn't report it to the credit bureaus. I am pissed because I need another SUV. Then they tell me it's gonna take 6 to 8 weeks for me to get the title to the car. Why don't they report to the credit bureaus? Can anyone answer this because my credit is jacked up for them not to report. It would boost my credit score so that I am able to get another vehicle. ** I have 6 kids and a grandbaby.
Good morning LaTisha,
Thank you for reaching out to us about your concerns. I am sincerely sorry for any inconvenience this matter has caused you and would like the opportunity to address or provide clarification on your credit concerns. DriveTime currently reports to the credit for our finance programs. If you financed a vehicle with us, and it is not showing up on your credit report, I encourage you to contact Bridgecrest Customer Service at 800-967-8526 for assistance in rectifying this. However, if you had a lease vehicle with us, our lease program does not currently report to the Credit Bureaus.
Should you have any additional questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us. My department, Customer Relations, can be reached at 888-290-0148.
Thank you for your time, I hope you have a wonderful day.
Respectfully,Natalie - Customer Relations
Reviewed July 16, 2016
I got to say DriveTime is a great dealership in my eyes. Never had that great experience and I got approved fast and was walked through everything to where I could understand and also they have a great selection of vehicles. I told them what I wanted and how and they gave me a great list of what I was looking for.
Reviewed July 15, 2016
I went in looking for a new vehicle, my sales rep Phil was awesome. He took his time and made sure I was happy with my choice. He let me know all the details about the car. He stayed after the office closed to make sure I was taken care of. If you're looking for a company who cares about the consumer I would strongly recommend you go to the Independence, MO location and speak with Phillip **. Good job Phil.
Reviewed July 15, 2016
I had the greatest customer service experience with DriveTime at the Kissimmee location and was assisted by Claudio. Claudio is an amazing person to work with and was very helpful and knowledgeable. We shared personal experiences that led to great customer interaction. Once again I am proud to shop at DriveTime. Great work, you guys ROCK!
Reviewed July 15, 2016
Hi people out there... Just to tell you DriveTime is one of the most ** up car places in the world. To tell you the truth all they do is ** you over... So if you go with them I tell you now places do not go them at all. Been having car problems since buying a car from them. So people do not go there at all.
Hello Sylvia,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. I am truly sorry that you are dissatisfied with us here at DriveTime. Please know that we strive to provide affordable and reliable transportation options for all customers. Because of this, all of our vehicles are subjected to numerous inspections prior to sale. They are first taken to one of our inspection centers, where our certified mechanics ensure the vehicle meets or exceeds national highway safety standards. We also take our customers on a test drive where they can inspect the performance of the vehicle. Customers are also taken through a walk-around inspection of the vehicle, where they can bring up any vehicle concerns they may have. In addition to these inspections, all vehicles come with a complementary 30 day/1,500 mile limited warranty, with the option to purchase extended coverage for peace of mind.
I apologize for any frustration you have experienced thus far in regards to your vehicle and to DriveTime. Should you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us; we are here to help. My department, Customer Relations, can be contacted at 888-290-0148. Our ours of operation are 6 AM – 6 PM MST Monday through Friday.
Thank you again for your time,Andrew – Customer Relations
Reviewed July 14, 2016
I was so glad about my experiences with DriveTime. Everyone whom worked with me - Salesperson, Manager, Receptionist were genuinely caring, honest and fair. Thank you for helping me.
Reviewed July 14, 2016
DriveTime was very helpful, very friendly environment, and would recommend to a friend!!! I am very satisfied with my new vehicle.
Reviewed July 14, 2016
I want to start off by saying that I purchased a car 13 days ago, and the "1st car" sold had mechanical issues within the first 2 days (not to mention we drove 30+miles to retrieve the car and it was the wrong color, including mechanical problems). The 2nd car DriveTime "Lewisville" placed me in due to the 1st car being "faulty," also broke down the 13th day of driving it. Specifically, it broke down three times and left me stranded on the side of the road. Due to this madness, I missed three days of work and it caused me major inconveniences. I went down to DriveTime Lewisville location all to be handled as if I were not a customer, rather a extreme nuisance.
The sales associate by the name of "Rocky **" and manager "Sarah **" were absolutely terrible. The 1st time I met Sarah, she had a nasty attitude with me after I purchased my car... I asked her if I had done something to upset her and she replied; "no, I'm just hungry and I am tired." Her attitude was very "snappy, condescending and horrible." I automatically felt uncomfortable but I kept my composure and wished her a "better day" as she stormed out the store. On the date, 07/13/2016, she not only had the same nasty attitude, her employee "Rocky **," wasn't any different... His extreme unprofessionalism impacted his impulse to scream at me. He claims that I raised my voice, which is true but never did I scream at him nor anyone. In the same way, I politely asked him and the manager to empathize with my dire situation, having had gone through 2 cars and both of them NOT WORKING within a matter of days.
Rocky impulsively called the police because I kept explaining my "newly purchased - broken down car." He even went on to tell me how it was "none of his business," and how he did not have any concern with my situation. The police arrived and they were so helpful. One cop even exclaimed that DriveTime - Lewisville is known for selling faulty cars and having horrible customer service. I assume Rocky ** figured I would escorted off the premises, but both cops were very friendly, compassionate and extremely helpful (we all talked for at least 45 min to an hour). Rocky and the manager Sarah ** mission to get a "new customer" arrested "failed miserably."
As a woman who works diligently in marketing, sales, and customer service I beg anyone who is thinking of purchasing a car at DriveTime Lewisville to please RUN! These people are absolutely disgusting, super unprofessional and Rocky ** and Sarah ** are the most horrendous people I've ever met my entire life. Please do not come to this location. The people who work there care NOTHING about their customers, they would rather call the police than fix the situation (cowardly behavior). They should NOT work at DriveTime, they should both be FIRED ASAP.
Hello Carolyn,
Thank you for taking the time to review. I apologize for any dissatisfaction you have had with DriveTime. Please rest assured that we want to provide all of our customers with reliable and affordable transportation options. We want each and every customer to enjoy driving their vehicle day in and day out, which is why we subject our vehicle to numerous inspections. Prior to sale all vehicles are taken to one of our inspection centers for repair. Items that are failing are replaced to ensure that the vehicle meets or exceeds national highway safety standards. We also guide our customers through a walk-around inspection, where they are able to personally inspect the vehicle and bring up any concerns. In addition to these inspections, all vehicles come with a complimentary 30 day/1,500 mile limited warranty, with the option to purchase further coverage for peace of mind.
I also apologize for the level of service you experienced at the dealership. Please know that we want all of our customers to feel and know that they are the most important part of DriveTime. We want nothing more than to provide the utmost in customer service and we are always trying to improve. I will take the information you have provided and address it with the proper department.
I do see that you have been working with my department, Customer Relations, in order to address your concerns. Please continue to work with us so that we may be able to reach an amicable resolution.
Should you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us; we are here to help.
Thank you,Andrew – Customer Relations
Reviewed July 13, 2016
HUGE thanks to DriveTime on Wyoming & Timothy **!! You all worked so hard to get me out of your location in a beautiful and SAFE new car!! Thank you, thank you!!!
Reviewed July 13, 2016
DriveTime is an excellent place to go and purchase a car. I purchased a car from them two days ago. I am going to refer my husband, my four brothers, and all of my friends that need cars at this time to go only to DriveTime. They are the best in town in my opinion and I am speaking from my own experience with them.
Reviewed July 13, 2016
I felt like Angelo, my car salesman, help me find the perfect car. I love my 2013 Ford Taurus SEL. It is fully loaded and one of the best cars I've ever had. If you ever go to Drivetime on Greystone Blvd, ask for Angelo. He will do right by you.
Reviewed July 13, 2016
I have bought over 15 vehicles and this experience by far exceeded all expectations! Very fast transaction, courteous/truthful/honest salesmen. Jan and Claudie were the BEST!
Reviewed July 13, 2016
I have seen the ads for DriveTime and decided to finally take a look online and go from there. Once online, I decided to submit the prequalification form. I received a call to set up an appt. the next day at 7pm, Glen Burnie, MD location. My husband and I walk in, somewhat confused as which way to proceed and stood there for a good 5 minutes without being helped or asked if we needed help. However, when another couple arrived (with a much lighter skin hue), they were immediately greeted with a friendly "How can I help you, please sign in". My husband and I were thoroughly confused because the associate behind the desk stared at us when we walked in and knew that we were obviously unaware of what we needed to do, yet said absolutely nothing. My husband had to walk over to the desk and ask if we needed to sign in and this associate told him as he slightly looked up "Yeah everyone has to sign in".
My gut told me to leave right then and there but a nice gentleman who looks like he maintained the vehicles for DriveTime advised us that there were seats in the back if we wanted to sit. (I appreciated him taking the few seconds and letting us know). We proceeded to the back where we sat for an hour waiting. My disdain for this process is the fact that why on earth do you call me and set up an appointment if the process is a walk-in-first-sign-first-serve basis. In fact, your sales people send this beautiful note explaining how they can't wait to meet me and help me walk through this process with the least amount of pain possible.
Well "EPIC FAIL". I literally wasted 60 minutes of my life I cannot get back. When we finally left and was nice enough to scratch our own names off the list, we see that our name was skipped (remember, we are in the back room and NO ONE HAS COME AND GOT US FOR ANYTHING) on the list and others who signed after us, have talked with an associate. It boils down to a complete lack of fundamental customer service skills.
Hello Lisa,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and bring your concerns to us. I truly apologize for any frustration this situation may have caused you. Here at DriveTime, we want provide nothing but the utmost in customer service. We want our customers to feel and know that they are the most important part of DriveTime, the moment they walk in the door. Please know that we do not discriminate against anyone’s persona or identity, nor do we tolerate said discrimination.
Since we want our customers to fully understand the aspects of their loan, time spent in the dealership may vary. Some customers may take a few minutes with questions, while other may take a few hours. This is by no means an excuse for what you experienced. We want to continue to improve on our level of service. I will take the information that you have provided and address it with the proper department.
Again I would to sincerely apologize for your DriveTime experience. Should any other questions or concerns arise, please do not hesitate to reach out to us; we are here to assist you.
Thank you,Andrew – Customer Relations
Reviewed July 13, 2016
I found the people there to be extremely helpful. The manager was intent on making sure I understood everything I was signing and I was happy with the car I was buying. It was the best car buying experience I have ever had. Thank you so much for everything.
Reviewed July 12, 2016
I would tell any and everyone I know about DriveTime. You guys are the best. I am so happy and ** was the very best with putting my needs first and so did the final sale manager ** - oh I can't remember her last name but the two were outstanding. Thanks to the whole DriveTime team at the 11000 W Colfax Ave store.
Reviewed July 12, 2016
Everyone was very professional and friendly especially our sales woman V. I would refer anyone looking for a vehicle to try DriveTime.
Reviewed July 12, 2016
We had a great experience purchasing this car from DriveTime in Chandler, AZ. Cameron and the rest of the staff were helpful and friendly as well as extremely professional. Wonderful experience all around!
Reviewed July 11, 2016
I just want to say that this is the best experience that I have ever had purchasing a vehicle. The salesperson treated me like family, which was refreshing.
Reviewed July 11, 2016
Interest rate is too high, not in line with my credit scores. For a car costing that much (more than $33,000), no foot mats, almost empty tank of gas and faulty wipers. Overall, too much demand for documents some more than twice, at a point I am thinking that these type of treatment is the norm as applicable to a ** who is not to be trusted. Based on the above issues, I am neither happy nor satisfied. Thanks for the opportunity to voice my concerns.
Good afternoon Dr. Emmanuel,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review about your DriveTime experience. I am truly sorry to hear you are dissatisfied with us and would like the opportunity to address the concerns you mentioned. Here at DriveTime, we strive to provide the highest level of customer service and to make every customer feel equally valued in every interaction with us. We want to show each customer that they are the most important part of DriveTime from the moment they walk in the door. We would never discriminate against any individual based upon their identity and I sincerely apologize if you felt this way at any point during your dealership visit.
As DriveTime and Bridgecrest (our new loan servicing company) specialize in financing for individuals with less than perfect credit, our approval process and finance terms may differ from that which other dealerships provide. Our approval process is subject to verification of a number of documents we require from our customer’s prior to sale. These documents include, but are not limited to: proof of income, proof of residence, credit score, and a driver’s license. Final approval, annual percentage rates (APR), and finance terms are subject to change based upon this information we receive as well as the vehicle our customer selects. 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.
At the time of purchase, we will notify our customer of the details of the financial agreement by reviewing the Federal Truth in Lending Disclosure with them. This disclosure is found on the first page of the contract and explains the total amount financed, finance charges, APR, total expected investment, and the payment amount and schedule. We understand that purchasing a vehicle is a big financial obligation, and with decisions like these there may be second thoughts. For this reason, we offer a Vehicle Return Program for both our lease and purchase customers. For our finance programs, customers have the ability to return their vehicle to DriveTime, and terminate the contract, within five calendar days, or 300 miles, from the date of purchase. Our lease customers can return their vehicle within 24 hours, and 75 miles, from the time of lease. Additional terms for our Vehicle Return Program can be found in the documents provided to our customers at the time of sale.
I apologize again for any frustrations you are feeling toward DriveTime. To ensure all of your concerns are properly addressed, I will be reaching out to you within the next 24-48 business hours. I look forward to speaking with you and hope to turn things around.
Thank you again for your time, I hope you have a wonderful day.
Respectfully,Natalie – Customer Relations
Reviewed July 10, 2016
Happy with my vehicle. Thank you for your patience and understanding my vehicle needs. I am happy with my purchase and I will definitely let everyone I know about DriveTime.
Reviewed July 10, 2016
Donald, Carlos, and the rest of the staff were great. They made this the best car buying experience I've ever had. I was in and out of the dealership, with a new vehicle, in about 2 1/2 hours. Thank you all.
Reviewed July 10, 2016
Going to DriveTime helped settle my nerves about buying a car. It was such a relaxing environment. No pressure. They were all very kind and courteous. I would like to thank them for helping me get into my new vehicle. In happy to have a safe reliable car for my family.
Reviewed July 9, 2016
It was apparent at the outset that the employees at DriveTime care about the customer experience from beginning to end. On our first visit at 3101 Morse Road, ** did an outstanding job of conveying the value of buying a car from DriveTime, which was the main reason for our return to your dealership. On our second visit, we were introduced to **, who took us for our test drive, (three to be exact) and patiently answered our many questions about buying and financing a car via DriveTime. He had a quiet confidence and sense of humor that gave us confidence in him and your company. We were very picky about the car we were going to buy, and he never conveyed anything but understanding the standards we had for the car we were going to buy.
We did have to come in a few times while waiting for the car of our choice to be detailed and repaired, and when it became clear that it was going to take more time than he anticipated, ** proactively obtained another car of the same year and model that we had set our sights on. As it turned out, we liked the original car so much, that we bought it instead, despite the two very small imperfections that he had striven to correct. All in all, my husband Mike and I are very pleased with the car, (2010 Subaru Forester) and will be sending customers your way. In addition to ** and **, a special recognition to **, **, and another saleswoman (I can't believe that I don't remember her name! I'm so sorry!) who helped us get a copy of our car insurance when we were completing the transaction, and EVERYONE who we came in contact with.
I am a manager of a group of customer service specialists in a bank call center, and I am always very much aware of the kind of service that I receive. I am glad to say that everyone we met and worked with at DriveTime provided exemplary service by being friendly, empathetic, anticipating our needs, recovering from setbacks – in short, treating us as anyone would want to be treated. Many thanks and best wishes to all of you.
Reviewed July 9, 2016
Very helpful and cordial people. Jim made the process of buying a car at DriveTime painless and stress-free. I will definitely consider coming back and get a new vehicle with them.
Reviewed July 9, 2016
The vehicle had to be picked up in Jacksonville Fl. That's a 2-hour drive from the sales office. We picked our car up. First it wasn't black and there was only 1 key. When my wife stated, "No, I don't want it" the comment from the guy who stated he was the general mgr. (Kevin) was, "Oh well!" I was shocked. The salesperson tried to smooth it over. We took possession of the vehicle after dark - in fact the store had closed. I did a short test drive from 1 parking space to another in front of the store so that my handicapped wife could get in.
Once we got on the road the vehicle started to make a horrible noise. It was so loud we had to turn up the radio to drown it out. I called the dealership and was told to call the warranty company. I also complained that my sales person Melindy had to have heard the noise because once you passed the speed of 30 the noise starts and gets louder. The sales person actually called my wife and said, "How dare you say I knew the car was making a noise?" Very unprofessional to say the least! We finally took the car an Augusta dealer thinking it would be something simple and we would be able to get the car back that day because we would be there until after 6 pm. They could not guarantee this and advised that we take car closer to home. We did just that, took the car into Franklin Chevrolet, let them hear the recorded sound and as soon as they did this they were like "Ok, Mrs. **, you shouldn't drive this car. We'll take care of it."
They even gave me a rental. My car stayed in the shop 4 days because the remaining parts were not available until after the holiday. I am totally disappointed with the level of service I received from your showroom. I had 4 ppl wanting to go down, however after my experience they went elsewhere. Also lied about car never being wrecked. You can see on the driver side where it was painted very poorly and it ran. I was told it would cost me 259.00 to have it cut out and repainted. We did not sign up for this!
Hello Clifton,
Thank you for taking the time to voice the concerns you have experienced. I sincerely apologize for any frustrations that your dealership visit or mechanical concerns have caused. However, I do appreciate you making us aware so that we may best assist you moving forward. Here at DriveTime, we always want to provide our customers with the highest level of customer service possible. We want to show each and every customer that they are the most important part of DriveTime from the moment they step into the door. Please know that your feedback is valuable as it allows us the opportunity to continue improving upon our level of service. Rest assured I will properly address what you have mentioned with the management at the dealership you visited.
Regarding the concerns with your vehicle, I am sorry to hear that you did not receive the level of service you deserved, but am happy to hear that the issues have since been resolved at Franklin Chevrolet. Although we take proper precautions pre-sale by subjecting each vehicle to rigorous inspection, with any pre-owned vehicle, we will not be able to foresee if or when a future concern may arise. For this reason, we supply every vehicle with a 30 day/1,500 mile limited warranty, and offer the option to purchase extended coverage. In addition to pre-sale inspection and the warranties, we provide every customer with an Experian AutoCheck Report, generated at the time of sale, to inform our customers of any reported history for their vehicle. However, if an accident or other concern is not properly reported prior to sale, it would not be reflected in this report to make us aware of any possible concerns.We understand that there will be unique circumstances that may arise which warrant further review, which is why my department, Customer Relations, is put in place. Although it sounds like your vehicle concerns have been resolved, if you have any concerns in the future, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. My department can be reached at 888-290-0148, and we are here to review options to assist if ever the need arises.
I truly appreciate your time and feedback. Have a wonderful week.
Respectfully,Natalie – Customer Relations
Reviewed July 8, 2016
Overall I am satisfied with my experience with DriveTime. However, it would have been nice if they could have washed and cleaned the car before I got it. I even asked about it and was told it would be done, but when I arrived to pick it up the next day it was not done and nothing else was said about it. But again, overall good experience.
Hi Jerry,
While I am happy to hear you had an enjoyable car buying experience, I am so sorry to hear of the condition of the vehicle. We not only strive to provide our customers with a large vehicle selection but we also want our vehicles to look a certain way. We never want our customers to be dissatisfied with their selection for any reason. All of our vehicles undergo a full inspection to ensure the cleanliness of the inside, if they are dirty for any reason we will take the necessary time needed to correct the issue. I will bring this matter to the attention of the management team to appropriately address and to ensure all standards and proper steps are being followed.
I thank you for your time and sincerely hope you have wonderful day.
Respectfully,Philisha- Customer Relations
Reviewed July 8, 2016
I commend the employees and DriveTime. They were nice and courteous and very attentive! Nice place to do business with a great team!
Reviewed July 8, 2016
Very helpful and great customer service. Love my new car... Thank you DriveTime!!
Reviewed July 6, 2016
I received an approval for 23k with 1100 down payment only to find out that I can't get a vehicle that is only 17k. How do you approve someone for a loan amount and then deny them? DriveTime is just like all the other dealers that give you a fake approval just to get you in the door and then try to tell you that you need more money down or a co-signer. This was a complete waste of my time and you guys are just like the rest of the car dealerships that give false hope to people!!! DRIVETIME IS JUST LIKE THE REST and THERE IS NOTHING SPECIAL ABOUT THIS COMPANY!!!
Hello James,
Thank you for taking the time out to leave a review, I am truly sorry for the frustrations this matter has caused. Here at DriveTime we strive to be very upfront and honest with our customers when it comes to the amount they are approved for and the terms of their contract.
We offer a unique approval process that is not based solely off a customer’s credit score. The amount that you are pre-approved for is subjected to change, once all identifying documentation is given to the sales advisor who has the pleasure of working with you. Please understand that sometimes customers will be pre-approved for a higher amount, but qualify for a lower priced vehicle. This can occur if optional products are purchased which will affect the overall financed amount of the vehicle. Final approval will be based off of vehicle selection, proof of income, proof of residence, and the annual percentage rate (APR) you are approved for.
I am sorry to hear that you are no longer interested in working with DriveTime however, I hope you are able to locate a vehicle that works best for you.
I thank you for your time and hope the remainder of your week goes well.Sincerely,
Philisha-Customer Relations
Reviewed July 6, 2016
This dealership "prides" itself on helping you get in the car of your choice without "hidden cost" regardless of credit...blah, blah, blah. They say they don't offer the usual scams and tricks. Well they don't offer the usual tricks because they are new ones or maybe old ones in new cloths. I got online and was able to pick my vehicle and get approved for it. Sounds too good to be true? Well it was! So I do all the paperwork and talk to a person to get an appointment to drive the truck I picked. They already ran my credit and approved me remember? So I asked how much my down will be (I want to bring enough as I'm driving 100+ miles) my answer "we can't tell you that until you get here". Ummm YES YOU CAN. I'm approved for a certain amount. You know which vehicle I want and you have my credit info.
Well finally I get a "supervisor" (you know probably the janitorial staff like in a typical dealership). She says we are approved for "their best deal" $499 down on that vehicle with my credit score. WOW. So I ask what I need to bring with me. Proof of ID, proof of insurance, proof of residence and proof of income plus my down payment. I said "Ok. So how much money should I bring with me?" "Your approval is for the $499 down ma'am" "So that's what I bring?" "Yes".
Cut to a day or two before I get to drive I call up there to confirm my appointment .They confirm my day, time and vehicle so just to be sure I asked him about down payment. He confirmed $499. I ask him "How much do I really need to bring for hidden cost?" He said, and I'm quoting here, "$499 is all you need to drive off the lot". Sooo 100 miles later I walk in, sit down and within 15 minutes later I'm told that they will need at least $3500 down plus a $299 fee! Long story short (too late) I wasted a day driving to DriveTime. They are typical bait & switch. Typical liars. Typical cheats. RUN FAR AWAY FROM DRIVETIME.
Hello Tiffany,
Thank you for taking the time to voice the concerns you have encountered with DriveTime. I am sincerely sorry for any inconvenience or frustrations this matter has caused you and would like the opportunity to address the issues you have brought forth. Here at DriveTime, our goal is successful financing, and it is our intent to find the right vehicle and financing options available for each individual. While we strive to provide accurate pre-approval information prior to visiting our dealership, we are not always able to do so successfully. This is because final approval and down payment are subject to vehicle selection, as well as verification of the documents our customer provides. As final approval is subject to information we receive, what is quoted during the pre-approval process online or over the phone may differ from final approval. Some of the documents we require for final verification are: proof of income, proof of residence, credit score, and a driver’s license. In addition to this information, we also must take into account the preferred vehicle selection for our customers. This is because the price of the vehicle, along with the aforementioned qualifiers, will have an affect on the financial terms and down payment requirements.
As you may know, DriveTime does have lease programs available as well, and our inventory for purchase and lease changes on a regular basis. Please know that, should anything change, or additional information can be provided, we would be more than happy to reevaluate what you qualify for.
I am truly sorry that we were unable to find something that worked for you this time around, but I hope this did not deter you from choosing DriveTime in the future.
Thank you again for your time and feedback. I hope you have a wonderful week.
Respectfully,Natalie – Customer Relations
Reviewed July 6, 2016
I have bought many cars in the past, but this dealership is the best and fastest experience I've ever had. I left with a full understanding of the contract and an amazing car with out-of-this-word rates! My business is pledged to DriveTime!
Reviewed July 6, 2016
I would not use DriveTime as long as they are using Bridgecrest to do the loans. I am a customer and have NOT been late once and I need help from customer service and they were rude and very disrespectful. I would try somewhere else before dealing with anyone who uses Bridgecrest.
Good Afternoon Lewis,
I appreciate you taking the timeout to leave a review. I am so sorry to hear of the level of service you received while working with a member of the Brdigecrest Customer Service Department. I can absolutely understand how upsetting it can be to feel as if you are not truly being assisted. Please know, we value each of our customers and never want them feel as if we don’t. I will be sure to share this feedback with the appropriate team’s attention to prevent future incidents such as this one form taking place.
As you may be aware, Tuesday, April 5, 2016, our loan servicing, formerly known as DT Credit, was renamed to Bridgecrest. While our name may have changed, the high level of service and assistance we pride ourselves on has not. We understand that sometimes uncontrollable life events happen and we will do our best to explore all options of available assistance.
I would like to personally review this situation for you. I will be contacting you within the next 24-48 business hours to discuss a possible resolution to the concerns you have mentioned. Should you feel the need for immediate assistance, you are more than welcome to contact our Customer Relations Department at (888) 290-0148 and a member of the team will be happy to assist.
Thank you and I hope you have an enjoyable weekend.Philisha- Customer Relations
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.
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