Fred "Coach" Allen
Fred "Coach" Allen at Phillips Buick GMC

Fred "Coach" Allen | Page 8

Sales and Leasing Professional

Phillips Buick GMC

2160 US Hwy 441-27
Fruitland Park, FL 34731

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4.8
111 Reviews

Coach Fred has spent his entire career in the automobile industry with Phillips Buick GMC. That's right, all 34+ years. They don't call Fred "Coach" for nothing. Fred is a youth football and basketball coach and an expert when it comes to BBQ and all things Heisman. He is married with two kids. Fred's son go’s to Gannon University in Erie, PA, which by association makes Fred a Golden Knight, too, and without a doubt many of his customers see Fred as a knight in shining armor too. He is a Miami Dolphin, Florida Gator and Orlando Magic fan, so you know this man is patient. The fact is, buying a car with Fred is easy and he always has a smile on his face and a chuckle in his voice. He may coach the games, but he does not play games when it comes to finding you the right vehicle. Fred's coaching experience makes winning a satisfying car deal easy. His customers are his #1 fans.

Dealership Experience

38 yrs, 11 mos

4.8

111 Reviews

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111 Reviews of Fred "Coach" Allen

January 12, 2023

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Excellent customer service. Totally honest and won't upsell you. You get what you came in for. More

by Debbie M
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Other Employees Tagged: Jim Berlin

Jan 13, 2023

Phillips Buick GMC responded

Thanks, Debbie. Getting people what they want. What a concept! Thank you for noticing. We love it when we get 5-Star ratings and our customers appreciate the way we do business. We look forward to seeing you again.

December 30, 2022

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We researched GMC. com inventory for a Sierra / Denali 3500HD in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Brandon, Bradenton, Homosassa and finally Phillips Buick GMC in Fruitland Park, F More

by Bill England
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Other Employees Tagged: Sean Brooks

Jan 02, 2023

Phillips Buick GMC responded

What a nice review Bill, and you gave us a 5-Star rating too. We are glad we got the opportunity to play a part in your quest for the vehicle you wanted. Fred is such a steady hand to have on your side and guide you through the sales process. Thank you for acknowledging him. We look forward to seeing you again.

Jan 02, 2023

Bill England responded

You are welcome and deserving of a positive review. Your Finance Manager expedited our Finance Contract with equal dispatch and efficiency. We would like to advise you that we installed a 5th Wheel in the Long-Bed GMC Denali and moved our 43 Foot 5th Wheel RV successfully through private property on 12/31/22, including an Angus Cow Pasture, requiring use of the 4 Wheel Drive. We did "not" get stuck. We made a U-Turn and backed the 43 Foot 5th Wheel through a cattle gate into its final landing below two (2) very old oak trees with hanging Spanish Moss. We enjoyed New Year's Eve 2023 and New Year's Day 2023. The GMC Denali 3500 HD was the Truck for the RV and handled very well on the road and off road with 4 WD. Thank you, once again.

December 17, 2022

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We are repeat customers and would recommend anyone in the market for a new car to go to Phillips and deal with Fred More

by ajanthes
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Dec 19, 2022

Phillips Buick GMC responded

Thank you for recommending Phillips Buick GMC and the kind words for Fred. We appreciate the High rating you gave us and look forward to your next visit.

December 10, 2022

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Fred Allen our salesman has been awesome for me and my family. Great staff. Thanks More

by mikeschepper
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Dec 12, 2022

Phillips Buick GMC responded

Mike, thank you for taking the time to post this and the kind words for Fred. Customers like you are the reason we love our community so much. We appreciate your business and look forward to your next visit.

November 26, 2022

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IWAS VERY PLEASE WITH SERVICE WAS VERY PROFESSIONAL PEOPLE WAS VERY HELPFUL I LOVE IT PHILLIPS BUICK More

by LWILSON5858
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Nov 28, 2022

Phillips Buick GMC responded

We really appreciate your business and knowing that we have earned a long-term customer means the world to us. Thank you for the kind words, and the great 5-Star rating. We love selling cars to people that like the way we do things. Hurry back.

November 20, 2022

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Very polite and informative. Took care of all the details adding to my insurance. Took care of all the financial details. FRIENDLY More

by jt.curbo
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Other Employees Tagged: Chick

Nov 21, 2022

Phillips Buick GMC responded

Thanks, JT. Those 5-Stars you gave us were exactly what we were hoping for. Coach does an outstanding job every day and we are glad you feel that way too. We appreciate you taking time to write a review because it helps us to know we are meeting our customers' needs. We look forward to your next visit..

November 06, 2022

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Fred has always big a huge help. No matter what problems we have he is always willing to work through it to help us. We will always be back to Phillips, and of course, with Fred. More

by FSUNOLES69
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Nov 07, 2022

Phillips Buick GMC responded

Thank you for the great 5-Star review and for taking the time to let us know how you feel about dealing with Phillips Buick GMC. The kind words for Fred are appreciated because it is so easy to take the seemingly effortless way, he solves problems for granted. Thank you for singling him out. We look forward to your next visit.

October 21, 2022

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Had bad battery, dropped off car had ready next afternoon. Running good. Thank you all. More

by rayejohns057
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Other Employees Tagged: Brien

Oct 21, 2022

Phillips Buick GMC responded

Ray, we appreciate you taking the time to give Phillips Buick GMC such an excellent 5-Star rating. It helps us to know that we are meeting the needs of our customers and their GM vehicles. Thank you for your business. Hurry back.

October 20, 2022

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Staff very friendly & easy to work with. I would recommend this dealership to any one. More

by RUNGMJ
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Oct 21, 2022

Phillips Buick GMC responded

Thank you for the great 5-Star rating and kind words for our staff. Your recommendation means so much to us. Come back soon.

September 01, 2022

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Zach was awesome thank you so much again! !! Will definitely be back for any other services I may need!!! More

by Vannessa clark
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Other Employees Tagged: (Zach) was a service advisor

Sep 02, 2022

Phillips Buick GMC responded

Vannessa, thank you for the High Review and kind words for Zach. We appreciate your understanding and logical approach to a service experience. We value your business and look forward to you next visit.

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