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Bucky Bates
Bucky Bates at Paramount Kia of Asheville

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Sales Consultant

Paramount Kia of Asheville

1000 Ridgefield Blvd
Asheville, NC 28806

5.0
396 Reviews
5.0

396 Reviews

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Dealership Experience

12 yrs

Industry Experience

12 yrs

Languages Spoken

English English

396 Reviews of Bucky Bates

April 04, 2026

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This man knows how to sell a car! Told him what I was looking for and bam! He found it! More

by cecebrad3000
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Apr 04, 2026

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

We’re glad Bucky found the right Kia Sorento for you so quickly. Thank you for your feedback!

April 04, 2026

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Bucky helped me 9 years ago with my car & my wife again today with hers. Excellent all around! More

by Eric88keys
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Apr 04, 2026

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

It’s fantastic that Bucky could support you again after nine years and assist your wife with her Kia. Thank you for your continued trust and for sharing your experience. We look forward to welcoming you both in the years ahead.

March 30, 2026

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The people here are very professional and will take the time to actually discuss things with you and explain things you don’t know. More

by kerstetteravery
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Mar 30, 2026

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

It’s rewarding to hear our team took the time to guide you through every detail of your used Kia Niro. Bucky is thrilled you found our staff professional and informative.

March 26, 2026

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Bucky was absolutely amazing. I was pre approved for a vehicle when i desperately needed one and got me in and out with an amazing car! I love all the workers at paramount but Buc More

by hailey.drake1998
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Mar 26, 2026

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you for sharing your experience with Bucky. We’re proud he made everything move quickly and got you into your Kia Soul when you needed it most. It’s reassuring to know our staff could step in and help when you needed a vehicle urgently.

March 26, 2026

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Bucky was awesome very professional and super friendly. Made sure my wife got in the exact car she was wanting and made us feel just over all grateful. More

by Arnolddallas1
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Mar 26, 2026

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

It’s great to hear that Bucky’s professional and friendly service helped your wife get the exact Kia Soul she wanted. Thank you for sharing your experience and awarding us five stars.

March 26, 2026

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Bucky was helpful and kind. Nice space within the dealership. Friendly people close to our house More

by billcavallaro
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Mar 26, 2026

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you for sharing your positive experience. We’re glad Bucky could assist you and that our space felt welcoming. It’s rewarding to know our convenient location worked for you, and we hope you enjoy your new Kia Sportage Hybrid.

March 24, 2026

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Honest, easy to work with, very informative. We had a very pleasant car buying experience More

by virginia.waymouth
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Mar 24, 2026

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

What a pleasure to hear our honest and informative approach made your purchase smooth. Enjoy your new Kia Sportage Hybrid and don’t hesitate to reach out to Bucky if you need anything.

March 16, 2026

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Clean, prompt, helpful and friendly. Was greeted right away with smiling faces and they worked with me on my trade in More

by Heiremansg
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Mar 16, 2026

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you for rating us five stars and for choosing us for your Jeep. We’re glad our team greeted you promptly and helped make your trade in seamless in our clean, friendly showroom. We hope to welcome you back soon.

March 07, 2026

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Bought a Kia soul. Bucky was very helpful and courteous. Thank you. Y y y More

by vrthornton
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Mar 07, 2026

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you for choosing a new Kia Soul and sharing your experience with Bucky’s courteous assistance. We’re happy his support stood out during your visit. If you have any questions or need further help, please let us know.

March 07, 2026

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Great experience at Asheville Kia—Bucky was friendly, helpful, and made the entire car-buying process easy! 🚗 More

by Beckythornton74
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Mar 07, 2026

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

How great to hear that Bucky was friendly and helpful throughout your Kia purchase. We’re happy the process felt easy and hope you enjoy every mile in your new Kia.

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