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Rio Vista Chevrolet

Buellton, CA

5.0
1,308 Reviews
Why Buy at Rio Vista Chevrolet Sales: (805) 693-4642 | Service: (805) 693-4639 Thank you for the opportunity you have given to us. At Rio Vista Chevrolet we understand you have many choices when selecting the dealership you want to do business with. We are determined to provide you with the best purchasing and ownership experience for your new vehicle. Here are a few of the reasons why people have chosen to do business with Rio Vista Chevrolet year after year. 1) Family Owned & Operated for 30+ Years: Mike, Tresha, & Sam Sell, owners of Rio Vista Chevrolet, personally guarantee our level of service will exceed your expectations. Sam represents the Sell family as the 5th generation in the automotive business. 2) Unrivaled Purchasing/Service Experience: Over the years Rio Vista Chevrolet has continued to be recognized as a leader in Customer Satisfaction Index ratings. Rio Vista Chevrolet adheres to the old time philosophy of “one sale at a time” and we pride ourselves on taking the hassle and confusion out of buying a new or pre-owned vehicle. 3) Full Service Dealership: At Rio Vista Chevrolet we do it all, we provide a full line of services dedicated to our customers, which include: Retail Auto Sales Full Accessories Department Parts Department Full Service Departments even for your off brand vehicles Full Certified Auto Detail Department 4) Can't find the vehicle you're looking for? We can find it!: Additional inventory is available through our dealer network with thousands of vehicles that can be available upon request. 5) Credit Challenged? No Problem! We have great relationships with many lenders which allow us to offer loans that many others cannot! No matter what your credit history, we will have a loan for you! Rio Vista Chevrolet specializes in auto loans and can get you into a new vehicle today! 6) Full-Service Center: Whether it be a minor repair or major overhaul, Rio Vista Chevrolet's GM Factory-T
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390 E Hwy 246

Buellton, CA

93427

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May 14, 2026

Daisy Sloan was great to work with! Awesome communication and great response time. Even after the purchase still keeps open communication. Service team at the location was great too! Hi More

by ALOKH310
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Daisy Sloan-Liddell
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May 14, 2026 -

Rio Vista Chevrolet responded

Thank you for sharing your experience working with Daisy. We’re glad she maintained clear communication during and after your purchase of the Chevrolet Express 3500. We’ll pass your compliments on to our service team and appreciate your recommendation.

May 13, 2026

Rio Vista was an absolute pleasure to work with. Something as simple as offering free shipping to California was enough to draw me in on what was already a great deal on my Tesla. A huge shoutout to More

by james v
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Erick Perez
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Ruben Ortiz
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May 13, 2026 -

Rio Vista Chevrolet responded

It’s fantastic to hear Ruben and Erick were patient and communicative during your Tesla Model 3 purchase. We’re glad the free shipping option and flexible scheduling fit your busy routine. Enjoy your new ride and safe travels.

May 13, 2026

Great experience shopping for a truck. The sales staff was low profile and let us look at each vehicle without any pressure. They were there for us when we had questions tho and were a p More

by Dave G.
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May 13, 2026 -

Rio Vista Chevrolet responded

Thank you for sharing your feedback on shopping for your new Chevrolet 2500. We’re glad Ruben and the rest of our team could provide a relaxed environment without pressure while remaining available to answer your questions. It was a pleasure assisting you and we appreciate your recommendation.

May 12, 2026

Ruben was great! He helped me work out a deal that worked great for both of us and I appreciate his help with everything. He was low pressure, but helped me ensure More

by aknigh02
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Ruben Ortiz
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May 12, 2026 -

Rio Vista Chevrolet responded

We’re thrilled Ruben provided low-pressure guidance and personally delivered your new Chevrolet Colorado before your trip. Congratulations on your purchase and thank you for the five-star rating.

May 10, 2026

This is the third vehicle I have purchased from Rio Vista Chevrolet. I have always been satisfied with how everyone has listened to my needs and has been able to find the best vehicle for me. More

by Karen
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Jimmy Sanchez
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Justin Begley
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May 10, 2026 -

Rio Vista Chevrolet responded

Thank you for choosing Chevrolet again. We’re glad our team listened to your needs and helped you find the right vehicle. We look forward to working with you on your next visit.

May 08, 2026

Team was very nice and worked with us to make a deal happen. Very satisfied! More

by christopherbraxton
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Daisy Sloan-Liddell
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May 08, 2026 -

Rio Vista Chevrolet responded

It was a pleasure working with you. Daisy and our team are delighted we could help you secure your new Chevrolet 1500. Enjoy the ride and please let us know if you need anything further.

May 07, 2026

Jimmy and Rio Vista are simply the best. Only place to buy and service your vehicles. Thank you Rio Vista!!! More

by Kim Stevens
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Jimmy Sanchez
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May 07, 2026 -

Rio Vista Chevrolet responded

It’s fantastic to hear Jimmy made both your purchase and service experiences so positive. Congratulations on your new Chevrolet Traverse and thank you for trusting our team with all your vehicle needs.

May 06, 2026

I want to give a special shoutout to Marcia, the sales representative who helped me. She was absolutely amazing from start to finish. Marcia was knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely cared about making More

by Nikki B
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Marcia Ridpath
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May 06, 2026 -

Rio Vista Chevrolet responded

Reading about Marcia’s attentive guidance and positivity is a highlight for our team. We’re thrilled your Chevrolet purchase felt smooth and pressure-free from start to finish. Thank you for sharing your 5-star experience with us.

May 06, 2026

I recently purchased a vehicle from Rio Vista Chevrolet and the entire experience was outstanding—truly one of the best dealership visits I’ve ever had. From start to finish, the team made what can often b More

by timlavender
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Erick Perez
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Syd Wasem
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Ruben Ortiz
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May 06, 2026 -

Rio Vista Chevrolet responded

Reading about your smooth purchase of the Chevrolet BrightDrop 600 brightened our day. Ruben’s expertise and friendly guidance, Syd’s commitment to securing a great financing rate, and Erick’s efficient handling of the final paperwork are exactly what we aim for. Thanks for recommending us and we look forward to helping you again.

May 05, 2026

This family owned dealership and its team will go above and beyond to get you the best deal and your dream car! So thankful for everyone that was involved in getting a new vehicle for myself a possibility! More

by azelalvarez23
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Tyler Smith
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Erick Perez
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Ruben Ortiz
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May 05, 2026 -

Rio Vista Chevrolet responded

We’re thrilled Ruben, Tyler and Erick helped you secure your new Chevrolet Equinox EV around your busy schedule. It’s great to know the process exceeded your expectations and that our team made it smooth. Congratulations on your Equinox EV and we look forward to assisting you again.

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