"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."
Read moreDealership 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
22 Reviews
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September 23, 2026
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 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 issues. Zachary was up front with all the information I needed to make the decisions I needed to make. They were all friendly. Zachary took great care of my situation. More
Other Employees Tagged: Joseph Reed, Luca Rizzi
September 22, 2026
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 ) 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 I selected was offered at an attractive price and I received a reasonable price on my trade in. Fees are fully disclosed and not outrageous and financing was not only easy and fully explained BUT also at a market rate appropriate for my credit history.My salesman Rich was wonderful to deal with and even gifted me a very cool Keychain made by his daughter that depicts a coastal.scene complete with the Subie 6 star logo! Rick in Finance did an excellent and efficient job of explaining each document. More
Other Employees Tagged: Joseph Reed, Rich Maus , Rich (Finance)
September 06, 2026
Mark Jones was amazing and did everything perfect. He did everything to the Subaru standard. He did everything to the Subaru standard. More
Other Employees Tagged: Bill Koutroumantis, Mark Jones, John Graus, Sarah Rodriguez, Joseph Reed, Luca Rizzi, Rich Maus, Matthew Embrey, Andrew Domingues
August 27, 2026
These guys have been great. They are friendly and professional. I definitely recommend using them They are friendly and professional. I definitely recommend using them More
Other Employees Tagged: Jeziel Calderin
August 26, 2026
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 previous experiences at other dealerships. Ned Schneebly lookin dude asks me "did you fill it?" In regards to my malfunctioning washer fluid sensor and I about lost my cool... I'm a former mechanic and come here for convenience. That said, he was just doing his job and in the end we got it all worked out and he even cut me a break on the shop supplies. The waiting room is a tad cramped, but clean and well stocked. Everyone there was kind and professional. Got in and out quick. I can't recommend this dealership enough. Fantastic sales, finance and service department. More
August 23, 2026
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. Karen Melendez was very helpful and Michael was very accommodating thru all discussion of the car. Very professional staff. More
August 20, 2026
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 I am a woman with many years experience in technology. Despite that I have experienced some condescension at other car dealerships- but never at Sarasota Subaru. Here, they.take the time to document and address all concerns. The entire crew is GREAT! Thank you all for always taking terrific care of me and my car. Your customer service is unparalleled. A special shout out to service advisor, Jose! I appreciate the excellent communication and outstanding service throughout every transaction. More

