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Eric Gates
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Eric Gates | Page 34
General Manager
Columbia Ford Kia
234 Willimantic Road, Route 6
Columbia, CT 06237
551 Reviews
Eric is happily married to his wife, Katharine and lives in Stonington with their 2 children Ollie and Bella. His motivation to help people buy, trade, sell, fix, repair, maintain and improve their automotive situations shines through and is proven by the thousands of people he has affected. He is an avid athlete and sports fan. Eric is a hometown fan of the New England Patriots, Boston Celtics and Boston Red Sox, and he will certainly let you know about it. Eric has been around the business for his entire life, and he has been playing with cars since he could touch the pedals. He has been certified in 8 different car manufacturers, so he certainly knows his stuff. Come in and meet him, he will always go above and beyond, no matter who you are!
Read moreDealership Experience
9 yrs, 4 mos
Industry Experience
39 yrs, 3 mos
Specialties & Trainings
NADA Graduate
551 Reviews
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551 Reviews of Eric Gates
May 26, 2017
No pressure very polite staff Upon arrival I was greeted by a very professional staff that showed me my vehicle of interest, then went for a test drive. Sales staff was excellent b Upon arrival I was greeted by a very professional staff that showed me my vehicle of interest, then went for a test drive. Sales staff was excellent because they were honest and direct w/me and I was explained every option.The truck I bought I perfect. Delivery took about one hour and everything was ready.Im very happy w/my experience @columbia ford More
by Ron
Other Employees Tagged: Steven J. Murphy Sr.
Helpful 
May 25, 2017
excellent Andy was great. Little hassle, told them our bottom line and they were to meet us very close to it. Only complaint was wait on day to pick up. Finance Andy was great. Little hassle, told them our bottom line and they were to meet us very close to it. Only complaint was wait on day to pick up. Finance Jake was behind with another customer. More
by Kimberly Kanaitis
Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Andy Caldwell
May 22, 2017
They worked hard to get me into my new car. Everyone worked hard to get me good deals and get me into my new car. It took a bit of time but it was all worth it in the end. Everyone worked hard to get me good deals and get me into my new car. It took a bit of time but it was all worth it in the end. More
by ESCAPE17
Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Jimmie Bletsch , Steven J. Murphy Sr.
May 20, 2017
The service I received was beyond words excellent Gates dealerships is the best place to purchase a used or new vehicle. The service is beyond words, everyone is so attentive. I would recommend Gates Gates dealerships is the best place to purchase a used or new vehicle. The service is beyond words, everyone is so attentive. I would recommend Gates dealerships to everyone, you can't go wrong with them they work so hard to put you in the vehicle you want. I am extremely happy with my vehicle! More
by M.santos10
Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler , Edward Carpenter
May 14, 2017
Still waiting Steve P was great financing had to wait about 2hrs to sign papers Jake was fantastic but could use help to move this process along i think the dealer Steve P was great financing had to wait about 2hrs to sign papers Jake was fantastic but could use help to move this process along i think the dealership should have more than 1 guy that could handle this end of it. Eric was also very accommodating, but i dont know if Asley would ever buy a car here.she was very pissed offwith the wait . Solve this problem and your dealership coud be 5 stars More
by Kenneth callender
Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler , Steve Paulsen
May 09, 2017
Good experience , dealership worked with us through the process. Would recommend to others. Friendly and good atmosphere. Good location off of route 6. Overall a real , dealership worked with us through the process. Would recommend to others. Friendly and good atmosphere. Good location off of route 6. Overall a really good experience. More
by Jeff C
Other Employees Tagged: Steven J. Murphy Sr.
May 07, 2017
Great service ! Came down for simple oil change however time wait was shorter than estimated and all inspections, fluid filled at no charge. Great work Columbia Ford Came down for simple oil change however time wait was shorter than estimated and all inspections, fluid filled at no charge. Great work Columbia Ford Service Dept. ! More
by ralphm
Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Joe Berube, Joe Brochu , Steve Paulsen
May 05, 2017
Awesome Honesty! David Stratton at Columbia Ford is the guy you want to buy a car from. We were clueless about leasing a new SUV, but he explained everything in simpli David Stratton at Columbia Ford is the guy you want to buy a car from. We were clueless about leasing a new SUV, but he explained everything in simplicity and detail. This dealership is top notch! More
by AdmMendak
Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Jimmie Bletsch , David Stratton
April 29, 2017
Great dealership great car dealer!!! I have bought 2 vehicles through Columbia ford. Ed Carpenter was the sales person for both! Very friendly and professional and goes out of his way to I have bought 2 vehicles through Columbia ford. Ed Carpenter was the sales person for both! Very friendly and professional and goes out of his way to help people. The service department has always been great also. I truly hope Edward is still there when it comes time for me to get a new car!!!! More
by Melissa
Other Employees Tagged: Edward Carpenter
April 27, 2017
Great customer service! Andy and Eric at Columbia Ford were great to work with. They helped with getting me a great deal on my new car and made it such an easy and seamless p Andy and Eric at Columbia Ford were great to work with. They helped with getting me a great deal on my new car and made it such an easy and seamless process! More
by Stefany78900
Other Employees Tagged: Andy Caldwell
