Bucky Bates
Bucky Bates at Paramount Kia of Asheville

Bucky Bates

Sales Consultant

Paramount Kia of Asheville

1000 Ridgefield Blvd
Asheville, NC 28806

5.0
360 Reviews
5.0

360 Reviews

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Dealership Experience

11 yrs, 4 mos

Industry Experience

11 yrs, 4 mos

Languages Spoken

English English

360 Reviews of Bucky Bates

November 14, 2025

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This is my third time using Bucky to trade in a sportage for a new sportage. I really appreciate his commitment to hearing what I want and assisting me to find the model that meets my needs and wants. Bucky More

by gilmoregault80
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Nov 14, 2025

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are delighted to learn about your positive experience! If there is anything else we can do to assist you, please do not hesitate to let us know. We are always happy to help!

November 09, 2025

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Had such a great experience at Paramount Kia! Alexa went above and beyond to help me get into the car I love. She was super patient, easy to talk to, and really made the whole process simple and More

by jakemcnulty
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Nov 09, 2025

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you for your business and this review. We're happy to hear our team was able to serve you and demonstrate our commitment to great service. If there is anything we can assist you with in the future, please let us know.

November 06, 2025

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My husband and I were very pleased with the way we were treated at Paramont Kia, especially by our salesman Bucky Bates. He was very kind, considerate and went above and beyond to help us with our situatio More

by michelleplemmons79
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Nov 06, 2025

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are delighted to learn about your positive experience! If there is anything else we can do to assist you, please do not hesitate to let us know. We are always happy to help!

November 04, 2025

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All in all had a good buying experience. Felt at ease in a more relaxed atmosphere. More

by ann.4025
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Nov 04, 2025

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Ann, thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave us this wonderful feedback!

October 24, 2025

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He was very helpful! Got us in and out as quick as he could. Very personable and easy to talk to. More

by Madisengentry614
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Oct 24, 2025

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you so much for your kind words, and for taking the time to leave us this wonderful feedback!

October 11, 2025

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Straight Forward, honest, pleasant to work with great to deal with and very quick process! More

by Dpfmrs
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Oct 11, 2025

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you! It has been a pleasure serving you. Quality customer service is always our number one priority, and we're happy to hear that we met your expectations. Thank you again for choosing Paramount Kia of Asheville. We look forward to having you as one of our valued customers for many more years to come!

September 22, 2025

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Bucky was very professional and didn’t hassle me at all about my purchase. He didn’t try to sell me anything other than what I wanted and he answered all of my stupid questions. More

by Brigmanbruce
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Sep 22, 2025

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you! It has been a pleasure serving you. Quality customer service is always our number one priority, and we're happy to hear that we met your expectations. Thank you again for choosing Paramount Kia of Asheville. We look forward to having you as one of our valued customers for many more years to come!

September 20, 2025

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Bucky Bates was very helpful and patient and knowledgeable. He answered all our questions and wasn’t pushy. More

by Panda
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Sep 20, 2025

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

It's great to hear that we were able to get you exactly what you needed. Our goal is to make sure everyone who walks through the door leaves happy. Thank you for choosing Paramount Kia of Asheville!

September 20, 2025

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Bucky Bates has been a pleasure to make our new purchase easy and efficient. Will definitely recommend to others! More

by Paul
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Sep 20, 2025

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thanks for your feedback on your recent visit to Paramount Kia of Asheville. It's great to hear that we were able to assist you and that you had such a positive experience.

September 05, 2025

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Very friendly guy & felt comfortable in test driving phase with him . Thanks for taking time More

by Wendy Reid
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Sep 05, 2025

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

We are very happy to have provided you with such a positive experience! We sincerely value your business and look forward to your next visit.

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