Chris Messier
Chris Messier at Gates GMC Nissan

Chris Messier

Finance Manager

Gates GMC Nissan

143 Boston Post Road
North Windham, CT 06256

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5.0
1,271 Reviews

Chris lives in Plainfield, has been happily married for 33 years, and is the proud father of three—Chris Jr., Sabrena, and Sam—plus two dogs. His greatest pride and joy now includes the family’s newest additions, Jack and Benny. A member of the Gates Organization since 1992, Chris loves watching customers return with the next generation in tow. The next time you’re at Gates, knock on his window and say hello!

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34 yrs, 3 mos

5.0

1,271 Reviews

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1271 Reviews of Chris Messier

March 13, 2026

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I have purchased many trucks from Gates, I've always had a great experience. Won't go anywhere else. More

by Wayne Macomber
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Other Employees Tagged: Martin Quinones, Tomas Gates

March 11, 2026

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Very happy with my new truck from Gates. Hudson did a great job answering all my questions and showing me some new features in the truck. More

by t.warner58
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Other Employees Tagged: Mark Miner, Hudson Greenberg

Mar 13, 2026

Gates GMC Nissan responded

Thank you for the great feedback, Troy! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with Gates GMC. We’re glad to hear that our friendly team and wide selection of trucks helped make your visit a positive one. It’s especially great to know that Hudson took the time to answer your questions and walk you through the new features in your truck. Providing a knowledgeable, no-pressure truck buying experience is something we work hard to deliver to every customer. Thank you again for choosing Gates GMC in North Windham. We hope you enjoy your new truck, and if you ever need anything—from sales to service—our team is always here to help! 🚗⭐

March 03, 2026

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Honest friendly and willing to negotiate a fair deal. You feel like family when you are visiting More

by tony92cx
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Mar 06, 2026

Gates GMC Nissan responded

Thank you so much for your 5-star review of Gates Nissan! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We're proud to hear that you found our team honest, friendly, and willing to negotiate a fair deal. At Gates Nissan in North Windham, CT, we work hard to create a transparent and comfortable car-buying experience where every customer feels confident and valued. Knowing that you felt like family during your visit means everything to us! Whether you're shopping for a new Nissan, a quality pre-owned vehicle, or visiting our service department, our goal is always to deliver exceptional customer service to drivers throughout North Windham and the surrounding communities. Thank you again for choosing Gates Nissan — we look forward to welcoming you back! 🚗

March 03, 2026

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Very friendly relaxed atmosphere. Everyone was helpful and informative. Was extremely happy with service. Showroom was nice. More

by tgauthier
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Mar 06, 2026

Gates GMC Nissan responded

Thank you for your 5-star review of Gates Nissan! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the friendly, relaxed atmosphere and found our team helpful and informative. Creating a comfortable, no-pressure environment is very important to us, and it's wonderful to know you were extremely happy with the service you received. We also appreciate your kind words about our showroom! At Gates Nissan in North Windham, CT, we strive to provide a welcoming space where customers can explore our new and pre-owned Nissan vehicles with confidence. Thank you again for choosing Gates Nissan. We look forward to assisting you with your next vehicle purchase or service visit! 🚗

March 02, 2026

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I've been buying vehicles from Gate since 2007 and has always been a positive experience. More

by Bmayer43
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Mar 05, 2026

Gates GMC Nissan responded

Thank you so much for your continued loyalty to Gates GMC of North Windham since 2007! We truly appreciate you choosing us time and time again for your vehicle purchases. It means a lot to hear that every experience has been a positive one. Our team works hard to provide a professional, transparent, and stress-free car buying experience, and your long-term trust in Gates speaks volumes. Whether it’s helping you find the right new GMC truck or SUV, or assisting with financing and service, we’re always here to make the process smooth and enjoyable. Thank you again for being part of the Gates family. We look forward to helping you with your next vehicle in North Windham for many years to come! 🚗

March 01, 2026

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The dealership personal were excellent, everyone I met were so professional and courteous. Nick was an excellent person to work with and I'd would recommend anyone to do their business with Gates. Thank y More

by Danny
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Mar 04, 2026

Gates GMC Nissan responded

Thank you, Daniel and Susan Piekarski, for your wonderful 5-star review of Gates Nissan! We’re so glad to hear that everyone you met at our dealership was professional and courteous. Providing an exceptional customer experience is always our goal, and it’s great to know our team delivered. We’re especially happy to hear that Nick was excellent to work with and made your visit a positive one. Your recommendation means so much to us. Thank you for choosing Gates Nissan for your vehicle needs—we look forward to assisting you again in the future!

February 21, 2026

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They were very thorough with explaining the vehicle features.they saved me money on financing with dealer discount vs Nissan low interest rate. I was pleased with the whole experience. More

by Ronzo
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Other Employees Tagged: Hudson Greenberg

Feb 23, 2026

Gates GMC Nissan responded

Thank you for your 5-star review and for sharing your experience with us! We’re so glad to hear our team was thorough in explaining your vehicle’s features and helped you find the best financing option to save you money. At Gates Nissan, we’re committed to making sure every customer fully understands their vehicle and feels confident they’re getting the best possible value—whether that’s through dealer discounts or competitive Nissan financing options. It’s wonderful to know you were pleased with the entire experience. We truly appreciate your trust in Gates Nissan and look forward to assisting you again in the future. Enjoy your new vehicle! 🚗

February 20, 2026

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Very friendly, very welcoming, very clean, very patient and they try there best for a great/comfortable deal for you no matter what… Highly recommend!! More

by Joevanytorres00
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Other Employees Tagged: Nick Truax, Hudson Greenberg

Feb 23, 2026

Gates GMC Nissan responded

Thank you so much for your fantastic 5-star review and recommendation! We’re thrilled to hear that you found our team friendly, welcoming, patient, and dedicated to helping you secure a comfortable deal. Creating a clean, stress-free environment and working hard to find the best options for our customers is exactly what we strive for every day at Gates Nissan. Your kind words and recommendation mean a lot to us. If you ever need assistance with sales, service, or financing, our team at Gates Nissan of North Windham is always here to help. Enjoy your new ride! 🚗

February 17, 2026

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Everyone here goes above and beyond to deliver top customer service and ensure that customers walk out 100% satisfied with their new ride. Martin and Chris were phenomenal! More

by abbybundy13
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Other Employees Tagged: Martin Quinones

Feb 19, 2026

Gates GMC Nissan responded

Thank you so much for the 5-star review and for choosing Gates Nissan! We’re thrilled to hear that our team went above and beyond to deliver top-notch customer service and make sure you drove away 100% satisfied with your new ride. Martin and Chris will be especially happy to hear your kind words. Providing a smooth, stress-free car buying experience is always our goal, and it’s great to know they made such a positive impact. Congratulations on your new vehicle! If you ever need anything—from sales to service—our Gates Nissan team is always here to help. Enjoy the road ahead! 🚗

February 15, 2026

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Fair ,honest,no gimics,no games. Great car dealership. Buying a car is always stressful nowadays not enjoyable with all the add ons and hidden fees. Gates were straight up honest and More

by jimbay0705
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Other Employees Tagged: Tomas Gates, Dan Bourget

Feb 18, 2026

Gates GMC Nissan responded

Thank you so much for your 5-star review and for choosing Gates Auto Group! We truly appreciate your kind words about our fair, honest, and no-gimmicks approach to car buying. At Gates, we believe purchasing a vehicle should be a transparent and straightforward experience — without hidden fees, unnecessary add-ons, or high-pressure tactics. It means a lot to hear that you felt comfortable and confident throughout the process. We know that buying a car can feel stressful these days, which is why our team is committed to delivering a hassle-free, honest dealership experience every time. Your support and recommendation mean everything to us, and we look forward to serving you for many years to come. Thank you again for trusting Gates — we’re proud to be the dealership you want to do business with!

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