Jimmie Bletsch
Jimmie Bletsch at Columbia Ford Kia

Jimmie Bletsch

Sales Manager

Columbia Ford Kia

234 Willimantic Road, Route 6
Columbia, CT 06237

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4.8
578 Reviews

Dealership Experience

11 yrs, 3 mos

Industry Experience

26 yrs, 3 mos

Specialties & Trainings

Strong attention to detail and customer service.

4.8

578 Reviews

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578 Reviews of Jimmie Bletsch

July 30, 2026

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Very helpful . Not there to push you into something. Best of all is he listens to you. More

by RALPHWATSON201
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July 07, 2026

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Great car buying experience, Brandon was great to work with meet all our expectations. Thanks More

by jy_grn
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Other Employees Tagged: Brandon Slowik

June 21, 2026

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Nice dealership. Old time feel. Good variety of trucks. Hot trucks Better than most stores. Eric did a good job easy to deal with and knowledgeable of the trucks I wa More

by richard.kubena
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Other Employees Tagged: Eric Gates, Rush Wellington

May 27, 2026

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JC was very easy to work with . Punctual , great follow up , innovative. He will do well in his journey . Jimmie in sales , the entire service team are exemplary More

by Sthaye002
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May 16, 2026

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After working with Jimmy for two days, told him I was going to call back with a credit card to put a down payment to hold the car and he let the car get sold out from under me. ("Just so you know local c More

by sracioppa
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Jun 08, 2026

Columbia Ford Kia responded

Hey Shawn- Can you please help updating this review? We have been trying to get in touch with you. Since the miscommunication we helped you get an absolutle crazy deal on a brand new 2026 Willy's that you were extrememly happy with the last we spoke. Please help us! Best, Eric Gates General Manager Columbia Ford INC 860.228.2886

April 29, 2026

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All the staff was friendly and inviting, wouldn't hesitate to send people here for there vehicle purchases. More

by 2000beams
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April 01, 2026

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Exceptional experience! This is now my 4th leased vehicle and I am beyond happy with the service that we received. All of the employees here are top notch! We are so appreci More

by DeaFelbs
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Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Ryan McLeod

April 01, 2026

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Great place all around. Mike D was very welcoming and Informative. Jake and Jimmy did a great Job as well getting everything setup More

by NH steve
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Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Michael Devine

March 15, 2026

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Wonderful experience as usual. This is our third vehicle from Columbia Ford. Mike made everything super easy & convenient for my husband and I. Jake the finance guy is professional More

by Nicholas Family
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Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Michael Devine, Jay Roderick , Mike Piatek

Mar 15, 2026

Columbia Ford Kia responded

It’s great to hear that Mike made the process easy and that Jake’s professional and friendly support stood out. Thank you for choosing us for your third Ford purchase. We look forward to seeing you again. Eric Gates General Manager egates@columbiaford.com

March 10, 2026

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Jimmy was presented with an impromptu visit by an unhappy customer and handled it with grace, calm and professionalism. He was accommodating, FAST, pleasant and delivered on his word. There were no false pro More

by courtneymaratta
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Mar 11, 2026

Columbia Ford Kia responded

Hello Courtney: Although we are disappointed to hear about your trying experience here at Columbia Ford Kia, we do appreciate your honest feedback. It is great to hear that Jimmy remained professional and helpful. We hope you give us another chance at your business. Eric Gates General Manager egates@columbiaford.com

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