Jimmie Bletsch
Jimmie Bletsch at Columbia Ford Kia

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Sales Manager

Columbia Ford Kia

234 Willimantic Road, Route 6
Columbia, CT 06237

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4.8
574 Reviews

Dealership Experience

11 yrs

Industry Experience

26 yrs

Specialties & Trainings

Strong attention to detail and customer service.

4.8

574 Reviews

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574 Reviews of Jimmie Bletsch

June 06, 2020

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The entire experience was great. John Senick was a pleasure to deal with, I would definitely recommend him to my family and friends. Every member of the team was friendly and professional. I test drov More

by Chris
Recommend Dealer
Yes

Other Employees Tagged: Eric Gates, Mike Pahlas , John Senick

June 05, 2020

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Service and sales. The service on my Kia went well. I also purchased a new Kia. Both the service people and salesman were very helpful. I am looking forward to many yea More

by hkgmpg84
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Other Employees Tagged: Bobby Eskey , Matt Milici

June 04, 2020

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Worth the trip up from NYC Compared to NYC dealers, Columbia Ford/Kia is a dream-like experience. Forthcoming and direct on the phone, courteous and eager to please in person. More

by 20Niro
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Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler , Matt Milici

June 04, 2020

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Absolutely amazing! These people make things happen! They treat people like family. Was very pleased! I recommend this dealership to anyone looking to buy new or used! More

by Lapsjustin
Recommend Dealer
Yes

Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Eric Gates , John Senick

June 01, 2020

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Unfortunately a Classic car buying experience. All about $. But still feel a somewhat fair deal. Kia itself needs to remove the application for finance from their website, since all it is is a scam to get More

by trainman729
Recommend Dealer
No

Other Employees Tagged: Dave Munkelt

Jun 15, 2020

Columbia Ford Kia responded

Good morning Trainman729! I just reviewed your negative review of our dealership and just wanted to inform you that we do not control the offers from the manufacturer, we are being provided the incentives and promotions as they are published to the public. I can understand your frustration with the credit process as it relates to rebates and incentives, although ALL manufacturers that offer 0% will make that promotional APR in LIEU of all or most of the rebate cash that is available. The reason for that is because they money they are loaning you at 0% costs them in the end because they borrow from their lenders at a prime rate. At the amount of money you borrowed for 60 months, it likely costs Kia over $2000 to support that loan amount, so the rate needs to be bought down with cash, i.e the rebate incentive that is offered to customers that do not elect/qualify for the 0% APR. In terms of acquiring the credit, it is the obligation and law, See Fair Lending Practices (Truth in Lending) for an explanation as to why credit needs to be run and "hard inquiries" are required by law to lend money, this is not something we control, but we do practice the PROPER way to supply credit to all of our customers, fairly. I hope you can understand that the "little dealer" does not control these programs or laws, we just provide the experience in acquiring the products, and I think we do a great job. (We do not hold stock in KIA nor Kia Motor Finance) therefore, the beautiful dealership we have is a result of providing EXCELLENT customer service for nearly 30 years. I hope this all clears this up for you!

May 30, 2020

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I felt in the end they wanted my business and tried to find ways to help me out in my purchase. I feel I can go to them in the future and they will look after me. More

by Al
Recommend Dealer
Yes

Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Andy Caldwell

May 21, 2020

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Such a pleasant surprise. Dave Munkelt wasn't your typical salesman. He went above and beyond. And made my car buying experience an absolute joy. More

by ryankolo77
Recommend Dealer
Yes

Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Dave Munkelt

May 20, 2020

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I had a wonderful experience at Columbia Ford Kia. Dave Munkelt was my salesman. He was friendly, informative, and did everything possible to make sure I was happy with the car I purchased. The GM, Eric Ga More

by ptbromvt
Recommend Dealer
Yes

May 13, 2020

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Quick, clear transaction, surprisingly easy The dealership's staff (Jimmy and Andy) did a great job of making the car buying experience quick, beneficial and refreshingly uneventful. It was a pl More

by scott
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Other Employees Tagged: Andy Caldwell

May 10, 2020

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Truck purchase The service I receive was great. I found my vehicle and did credit app online and received a call and email first thing next morning discussed deal an More

by Wah16hwalter
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Other Employees Tagged: Jake Gurzler, Andy Caldwell

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