Karen Melendez
Karen Melendez at Sarasota Subaru

Karen Melendez

Sales Consultant

Sarasota Subaru

7611 South Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34231

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5.0
22 Reviews

"Dedicated automotive sales professional committed to delivering transparent, personalized, and stress-free car-buying experiences. Passionate about helping customers find the perfect vehicle that fits their lifestyle and budget."

Dealership Experience

6 yrs

Industry Experience

8 yrs

Specialties & Trainings

Trainings Subaru Star Certification Subaru Product & Technology Training Subaru EyeSight® Safety System Certification Subaru Love Promise Customer Experience Training Sales Process & CRM Training Digital Retailing & Online Sales Tools Compliance &

Specialties New & Certified Pre-Owned Subaru Sales Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive Expertise EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology Demonstrations Bilingual Communication (English & Spanish) Customer Relationship Building Finance & Lease Options Guid

5.0

22 Reviews

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22 Reviews of Karen Melendez

October 30, 2026

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Great service on my new car The sales agent answered all questions and showed me the car’s electric More

by cars1839
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October 16, 2026

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Sarasota Subaru is fast and efficient . Their service agents are friendly and personable and I trust them. More

by teelea523
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October 14, 2026

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There was no pressure from the salesman. I purchased everything online, and the process was hassle free. More

by chan041280
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September 23, 2026

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My car had several issues that needed fixing. It broke down in the entrance to the dealership. They immediately went out and got my car in for diagnostics. They inspected my car and fixed several More

by zoroflex
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Other Employees Tagged: Joseph Reed, Luca Rizzi

September 22, 2026

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In my almost 40 years (started early! ) of trading cars, this was the most pleasant and efficient one to date! The salesperson, finance,and GM are all just super welcoming. The used Subaru More

by B
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Other Employees Tagged: Joseph Reed, Rich Maus , Rich (Finance)

September 06, 2026

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Mark Jones was amazing and did everything perfect. He did everything to the Subaru standard. More

by adantoulis
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August 27, 2026

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These guys have been great. They are friendly and professional. I definitely recommend using them More

by Mocha987-subaru
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Other Employees Tagged: Jeziel Calderin

August 26, 2026

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I had a bad feeling going in because a lot of poor previous experiences at other dealerships. Ned Schneebly lookin dude asks me "did you fill it?" In regards to my malfunctioning washer fluid sensor a More

by Davey
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August 23, 2026

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Straight forward discussion through the sales process. Karen Melendez was very helpful and Michael was very accommodating thru all discussion of the car. Very professional staff. More

by saakassab
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August 20, 2026

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Everyone at the dealership is always kind and efficient. I am a woman with many years experience in technology. Despite that I have experienced some condescension at other car dealerships- but never at Sara More

by RobinLeeSteel
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