Jim Almindo
Jim Almindo at Destination Kia

Jim Almindo

Service Director

Destination Kia

760 Central Avenue
Albany, NY 12206

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3.1
39 Reviews

Dealership Experience

3 yrs, 6 mos

Industry Experience

34 yrs, 7 mos

3.1

39 Reviews

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39 Reviews of Jim Almindo

February 05, 2026

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First service was completed in less than an hour and they even washed my car! More

by Jwelcome12
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Yes

Other Employees Tagged: Dave Reali

Feb 12, 2026

Destination Kia responded

Thank you for your positive feedback! We're glad we could complete your service quickly and that you appreciated the car wash. We look forward to serving you again and providing the same level of quality and efficiency.

December 29, 2025

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This has to be the worst service department I have ever dealt with. A routine inspection took 2 hours and after an hour and a half I went to find out what was going on, I was told my car would be ready in More

by rindovi1
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August 22, 2025

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Brandon was my contact. He was exceptional and friendly. Professional and got me in fast More

by Mbernier335
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Other Employees Tagged: Marshall Blakeslee , Brandon Weidler

Oct 07, 2025

Destination Kia responded

Thank you for your kind words about Brandon. We're glad he provided exceptional service and that we could get you in quickly. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to assisting you again at Destination Kia.

July 29, 2025

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Service department is terrible. Zero customer service skills. They don't answer their phones or return calls. More

by S.H.
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July 28, 2025

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Wrote a letter to the owners of Destination Kia about the terrible experience I had in the beginning of the month, and have yet to even hear back from them. Again, I went for a routine oil change, and ended More

by jacob.ritz44
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Other Employees Tagged: Marshall Blakeslee, Daniqua Farmer , Lindsay or Lindsey

Jul 30, 2025

Destination Kia responded

We sincerely apologize for your experience. This is not reflective of our standards and we have addressed your concerns with our team. Please contact our Service Director Jim Almindo at 518 482 0500 x2202 or via email at jalmindo@destinationkia.com directly. Thank you.

July 10, 2025

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I found the staff to be very courteous and helpful. Their patience at checkout was exceptional. More

by Edie
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Yes

Other Employees Tagged: Marshall Blakeslee , Alex Wilson

Jul 22, 2025

Destination Kia responded

Thank you for your kind words. We're glad our team was helpful and courteous during this process. Thank you for your kind words. We're glad our staff's courtesy and patience made your checkout experience positive. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to assisting you again in the future.

July 03, 2025

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Finally after two years. They are supposedly fixing my radio and other issues due to recalls. There is no communication whatsoever the vehicle was supposed to be done alm More

by Kawadsbp36
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Other Employees Tagged: Marshall Blakeslee

Jul 22, 2025

Destination Kia responded

We apologize for your frustration and would like to discuss this situation further with you. At your earliest convenience, please get in touch with our Service Director Jim Almindo at 518 482 0500 x2202 or via email at jalmindo@destinationkia.com. Thank you

July 03, 2025

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If I could leave zero stars I would. This happened on Monday, June 30th, 2025. Went for an oil change, they recommended brakes, so I went for a full brake job. Picked up the car and More

by jacob.ritz44
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Other Employees Tagged: Daniqua Farmer , Lindsay

June 25, 2025

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My appointment was for my EV, warrantied work. They offered to complete an almost $800 brake job which I didn’t approve and took it to a local mechanic More

by Kia
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Other Employees Tagged: Marshall Blakeslee , Alex Wilson

Jul 22, 2025

Destination Kia responded

We apologize for any confusion regarding the brake work. We strive to ensure all services are approved before proceeding and regret any inconvenience caused. Please contact us directly so we can address your concerns and clarify the situation.

June 18, 2025

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Having to bring my car in for service has become a nightmare. Only had my car for just over a year and it has been in service twice now in the last 4 months. The first time they had it for 4 weeks bec More

by tyler_taylor06
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Other Employees Tagged: Marshall Blakeslee , Brandon

Jul 23, 2025

Destination Kia responded

We sincerely apologize for the repeated inconvenience caused by your recent experiences. Our goal is to provide efficient and reliable service. We appreciate your feedback and would like to address your concerns directly. Please get in touch with our Service Director Jim Almindo at 518 482 0500 x2202 or via email at jalmindo@destinationkia.com at your earliest convenience so we can resolve this matter promptly and restore your confidence in our dealership.

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