James Montalvo
James Montalvo at Bulldog Kia
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James Montalvo

Sales Consultant

Bulldog Kia

4305 Atlanta Hwy
Athens, GA 30606

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4.8
421 Reviews

I have been in the business for 20years. I care about every customer and I ensure they get a great experience with our dealership and me. I look forward to working with you as well.

Dealership Experience

12 yrs, 1 mo

Industry Experience

22 yrs, 2 mos

Languages Spoken

English English

4.8

421 Reviews

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421 Reviews of James Montalvo

March 31, 2024

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James is definitely a number one salesman for Kia! He was very thorough and detailed about the car and the use of the car. He got to know us on a personal level, and we had a few laughs! It was a grea More

by Christinacrane44
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Apr 08, 2024

Bulldog Kia responded

Hi Christina! We wanted to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude for your kind words about your experience with us, particularly with James. It's truly heartwarming to hear that he went above and beyond to ensure you felt comfortable and informed throughout the car-buying journey. Building those personal connections and sharing a few laughs along the way is what makes the experience memorable, and I'm thrilled that James was able to create that for you. It's fantastic to know that our finance team and the dealership owner also contributed to making your experience enjoyable and stress-free. Your satisfaction and comfort are of the utmost importance to us, and we're delighted to hear that you love your new Hyundai. If there's ever anything else we can do for you or if you have any questions about your new car, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to support you every step of the way. Warm regards, The Bulldog Kia Team

March 23, 2024

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We live in South Carolina, and Bulldog Kia is over 2. 5 hours away from us. That said, it was worth the drive. I cannot express how impressed I am with James. I read many reviews online about how great t More

by Barry
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Mar 25, 2024

Bulldog Kia responded

Hi Barry! Wow, thank you so much for making the journey to visit us at Bulldog Kia! We truly appreciate your kind words and are thrilled to hear about your exceptional experience with James. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and it means the world to us that James went above and beyond to ensure all your needs and wants were met without any pressure. We're delighted that you chose us for your new Kia EV9, and we'll be here for you whenever you're ready for your next vehicle adventure, even if it means another 2.5-hour trek. Safe travels, and we look forward to seeing you again! Warm regards, The Bulldog Kia Team

March 21, 2024

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This is my 6 car I have bought from Bulldog Kia. I deal with James M everytime. I'm glad yall have kept my business! Thank you so much!! More

by Terilla
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Mar 25, 2024

Bulldog Kia responded

Hey Terilla! Thank you immensely for your continued trust and loyalty to Bulldog Kia, and for choosing us for your 6th car purchase! We're thrilled to have had the opportunity to serve you once again, and we greatly appreciate your kind words about James M. It's customers like you who make our work so rewarding, and we're grateful for your ongoing support. If you ever need anything or have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out. Here's to many more miles of happy driving with your new car! Warm regards, The Bulldog Kia Team

March 08, 2024

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Thanks so much. James you did an amazing job. Love my Telluride this makes my 3rd one More

by littlelily869
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Mar 14, 2024

Bulldog Kia responded

Thank you for your kind words and for choosing Bulldog Kia for your automotive needs! We're thrilled to hear that James provided you with an amazing experience and helped you find your perfect Telluride. Congratulations on your third one! If you ever need anything else or have any questions, feel free to reach out. We're here to assist you. Best regards, The Bulldog Kia Team

February 23, 2024

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My experience with James was very informative and pleasant. He showed me the safety features of the Sportage and new features since my old 2012 Sorento. The service department kept me updated on the More

by dhall5044
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Mar 05, 2024

Bulldog Kia responded

Hey dhall! Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're delighted to hear that James provided you with informative and pleasant assistance during your visit. It's fantastic that you were able to explore the safety features of the Sportage and learn about the new advancements since your previous vehicle. We're also glad that our service department kept you updated on the status of your vehicle's battery issue and that you ultimately found a solution by trading it for a new Sportage. Our team strives to create a friendly and welcoming environment for all our customers, and we're thrilled that you felt that way in our showroom. If you ever need anything else or have more questions in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to help! Best regards, Bulldog Kia Team

February 22, 2024

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They were totally awesome from start to finish. They took care of every detail and listened to what we wanted. More

by annezoer
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Mar 05, 2024

Bulldog Kia responded

Hey Anne! Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that your experience with us from start to finish was totally awesome. It's our priority to take care of every detail and ensure that we listen to our customers' needs, and we're glad that we could do that for you. If there's anything else we can assist you with or if you have any questions in the future, please feel free to reach out. We're always here to help! Warm regards, Bulldog Kia Team

February 19, 2024

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They were great. They helped me track down the exact vehicle that I was looking for. More

by John
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Mar 05, 2024

Bulldog Kia responded

Hey John! Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that we were able to assist you in tracking down the exact vehicle you were looking for. Providing excellent service and helping our customers find their perfect vehicle is what we strive for, and we're glad we could meet your expectations. If you ever need anything else or have any questions, feel free to reach out. We're always here to help! Best regards, Bulldog Kia Team

February 14, 2024

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My family was provided with an Amazing experience. He was professional, honest and caring. Can’t wait to purchase another vehicle from him More

by Lfhockaday
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Other Employees Tagged: Bethany Stanton

Feb 16, 2024

Bulldog Kia responded

Hey there! Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience and found our team to be professional, honest, and caring. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we're delighted that we could provide you with the service you deserve. We look forward to assisting you with your future vehicle purchases! Best, Bulldog Kia Team

February 10, 2024

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Such an answer to prayer. Never once did we hesitate to purchase from Bulldog Kia. James first assisted us by phone, and basically sold the car before we ever even met him. Ja More

by tonyamann10
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Other Employees Tagged: Seth Greenwall, Bethany Stanton

Feb 16, 2024

Bulldog Kia responded

Wow Tonya! Your words truly warm our hearts! It's incredibly rewarding to hear that your experience with Bulldog Kia was an answer to your prayers. Thank you for entrusting us with your vehicle purchase journey. We're thrilled that James, Seth, and Bethany provided such exceptional service, both over the phone and in person. Making you feel at home and valued is always our priority, and we're delighted that they succeeded in doing so. Congratulations on your new Telluride! We're overjoyed to hear that you're happy with your purchase and that your experience with us was wonderful from start to finish. Your satisfaction means the world to us, and we're grateful for the opportunity to serve you. If you ever need anything in the future or simply want to say hello, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're here for you every step of the way. Warm regards, Bulldog Kia Team

February 07, 2024

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James was very professional everyone was very nice the place was very clean and organized I love my car More

by janicemitchell5018
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Other Employees Tagged: Beau Wegmann

Feb 16, 2024

Bulldog Kia responded

Hi Janice! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We're delighted to hear that James provided you with professional service and that you found our dealership to be clean and organized. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we're thrilled that you love your new car! If you ever need anything else or have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out. Best regards, Bulldog Kia Team

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