Gary Nelson
Gary Nelson at Coastal Kia

Gary Nelson

Service Consultant

Coastal Kia

6115 Market St
Wilmington, NC 28405

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4.8
314 Reviews
4.8

314 Reviews

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314 Reviews of Gary Nelson

November 25, 2025

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Staff was very professional. They kept me informed about parts and timeline for repair. I am very pleased. I appreciate the option for shuttle service. The waiting area is nice. More

by JLMOORE04
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Other Employees Tagged: Sam Weisman

Nov 25, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

We sincerely appreciate the five star review. It was thoughtful of you to go online and rate your recent experience. We are thrilled to hear you were able to enjoy our complimentary shuttle service and waiting lounge experience. We strive to deliver a truly exceptional experience to every client during every visit. Thank you for trusting Coastal Kia with your automotive service needs. We are here if you need us.

November 25, 2025

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They could not find my appointment at first, but once they did, everything went very smoothly and was completed ahead of time. The only issue I had was after the fact, when certain things did not work. More

by bskeen1958
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Other Employees Tagged: Brian Benson

Nov 25, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Thank you for the high marks and helpful feedback. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you need us. We apologize if the software update affected your existing settings. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you need us. Thanks again!

November 22, 2025

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Service advisor kept me updated on status and findings of service. Appreciate not being pressing to additional services. More

by smith6964
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Other Employees Tagged: John Wigger, Sam Weisman

Nov 24, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Great news! Thank you! We appreciate the high marks and gracious compliments for our service team. We love the feedback including, "service advisor kept me updated on status and findings of service." We strive to deliver a truly exceptional experience to every client during every visit. Thank you for trusting Coastal Kia with your automotive service needs.

October 31, 2025

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My car was not washed at all. I had also asked for a copy of my paperwork and the extra plan I pay money for. I never received a phone call or email. 2 of my concerns were not add More

by AWESTRICK21
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Other Employees Tagged: Michael Mascavage

Oct 31, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Thank you for taking our call this morning. We have made a note on your service profile to address the courtesy wash concerns during your next service visit. Your requested paperwork will be mailed to your home address today. Thank you for the helpful feedback. We are here if you need us. Thanks again!

October 31, 2025

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I always have a great experience at Coastal Kia! They are always fast and efficient yet diligent and do the job well! More

by Trinity
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Other Employees Tagged: Sam Weisman

Nov 02, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Great news! Thank you! We appreciate the five star service review and compliments for our team. Thank you for rating Sam and Gary with five stars too. We are here if you need anything. Thanks again!

October 24, 2025

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Love the Quick Service the friendly atmosphere and love my Santa Cruz truck dearly thank you More

by summertimenc
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Oct 25, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Thank you! We appreciate the high marks and compliments for our team. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you need us. Thank you for choosing Coastal Kia!

October 22, 2025

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Outstanding overall service as usual. The staff are professional and service met my expectations too! More

by bshort2186
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Oct 23, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Wow! Thank you! We appreciate the five star service review and compliments for our service team. We love the feedback including, "outstanding overall service as usual." It was kind of you to rate our Service Consultant Gary Nelson with such high marks too. Thank you for trusting Coastal Kia with your automotive service needs. We are here if you need us.

October 20, 2025

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The team at Coastal Kia you is top notch. They treat you like family. They are knowledgeable and they have always provided an accurate, realistic time frame when I choose to wait in the lobby More

by milabarman
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Oct 20, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Thank you! Your service testimonial is truly appreciated. We strive to deliver a truly exceptional experience to every client during every visit. It was thoughtful of you to go online and recognize our entire team in such an amazing way. Thank you for choosing Coastal Kia. We are here if you need us.

October 19, 2025

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The Service Department once again, took the extra step in correcting my faulty injector. Service Consultant Gary Nelson met me at the door and got me checked in while my regular Service Consultant, Sam Weism More

by DOUGNBETTY
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Other Employees Tagged: Sam Weisman, Brian Benson

Oct 19, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Thank you! We appreciate the high marks and compliments for Sam and Gary. Your loyalty is truly appreciated as well. Thank you for trusting our Coastal Kia service department with your service needs. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you need us.

October 18, 2025

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AJ was kind, up front, very responsive and did everything he could to give me the best experience possible. I've worked with multiple dealerships in the past, and truth be told every single one has always be More

by CADENHASTINGS114
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Oct 18, 2025

Coastal Kia responded

Fantastic! Thank you! We appreciate the amazing service testimonial and compliments for AJ. Thank you for trusting Coastal Kia with your automotive service needs.

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