Eric Gruendl
Eric Gruendl at Lexus Of Sarasota

Eric Gruendl

Sales Leader - Lexus Master Certified -

Lexus Of Sarasota

4883 Clark Road
Sarasota, FL 34233

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4.5
195 Reviews

Dealership Experience

10 yrs, 9 mos

Industry Experience

12 yrs, 6 mos

4.5

195 Reviews

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195 Reviews of Eric Gruendl

June 05, 2026

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Luis was very knowledgeable and helpful during the test drives and discussions about features regarding the RX and NX. More

by bobweber71
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Other Employees Tagged: Luis Despoux, Dan Welte

Jun 05, 2026

Lexus Of Sarasota responded

It’s wonderful to know Luis provided expert guidance during your RX and NX test drives and helped explain the features. Thank you for the five-star review and please reach out if you need anything else with your Lexus.

May 26, 2026

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Smooth and easy purchase. They gave me a great deal and helped me process everything without any issues. They also took the time to help get my vehicle shipped up to me in VA. More

by jdenice
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Other Employees Tagged: Kevin Kasey

May 26, 2026

Lexus Of Sarasota responded

Delighted to learn your purchase was seamless and that our team could secure a great deal while handling every step smoothly. We’re glad your Toyota arrived safely in Virginia. We appreciate your five-star rating and look forward to assisting you again.

April 16, 2026

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Bought a used mercedes ftom them ,my salesman did a great job. Salesman manager as well. More

by sfent
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Other Employees Tagged: Mike Kline, Dy'Shone Hayes

Apr 16, 2026

Lexus Of Sarasota responded

We appreciate you choosing our team for your Mercedes-Benz C-Class purchase and for recognizing both your salesperson and manager. We’re thrilled they provided excellent support throughout the process. If there’s anything else we can help with, please reach out anytime.

April 11, 2026

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Went in and for service and left with a new car! Both Damon and Eric were very patient and went above and beyond. Got an excellent interest rate and I absolutely love my new RX 350. More

by benedict_amanda
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Other Employees Tagged: Damon Mills, Toby Gray

Apr 11, 2026

Lexus Of Sarasota responded

We’re excited to hear you went in for service and drove off in a new Lexus RX 350. Damon and Eric appreciate your mention of their patience and dedication. Enjoy your RX 350 and let us know if you need anything in the future.

March 28, 2026

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AWESOME EXPERIENCE LIKE ALWASYS WOULD COME BACK AGAIN FOR MY NEXT PURCHASE AND PLENTY MORE IN THE FUTURE! More

by Cgruendl
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Mar 28, 2026

Lexus Of Sarasota responded

It’s fantastic to hear you enjoyed your Toyota Venza purchase. We’re happy you plan to return for future vehicle needs. Thanks for trusting our team, and we look forward to working with you again.

March 04, 2026

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I experience went well. The sale was smooth and uneventful. Joshua & Kaleb were very polite and well educated. When the car was delivered it was late for our 3:30 pickup More

by kslater2
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Mar 05, 2026

Lexus Of Sarasota responded

Thank you so much for choosing Lexus Of Sarasota! Please let Joshua and Kaleb know if we can be of any more assistance.

February 27, 2026

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Scott did an outstanding job arranging for my “special” Lexus. Everyone I met was very nice and helpful. More

by claytonryan
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Other Employees Tagged: Scott Franzinger

Feb 27, 2026

Lexus Of Sarasota responded

Thank you for sharing such kind words about Scott and our team. We’re delighted your new Lexus is everything you hoped for and look forward to assisting you again.

February 15, 2026

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Was able to find a good match in the Lexus 350 Luxury and the electronics trainer to get me comfortable with the new technology was very accomplished and helpful. TY More

by RONALDMOSKAL
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Other Employees Tagged: Jonathan Goche

Feb 16, 2026

Lexus Of Sarasota responded

Ronald, 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 Eric, Jonathan, or our team can do to assist you, please do not hesitate to let us know. We are always happy to help!

December 17, 2025

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Leo was a great salesman made it very simple. And finance guy also great. No pressure sales. The sales manger Randy and Eric helped out also. The whole process was great. Everyone was helpful. More

by 777frescita
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Dec 17, 2025

Lexus Of Sarasota responded

It's fantastic to hear that we provided you with great customer service while assisting you! We truly appreciate the opportunity to do business with you. Thanks for choosing Lexus Of Sarasota!

November 24, 2025

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Very knowledgeable and more then helpful sales, finance people. It was a pleasure doing business at Lexus of Sarasota. More

by landmarksalesandleasing1
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