Karifa Mara | Page 20
Maserati-Alfa Specialist karifamara@criswellauto.com
Criswell Maserati - Alfa Romeo
19570 Amaranth Drive
Germantown, MD 20874
Maserati-Alfa Specialist (240) 252-5800 karifamara@criswellauto.com Karifa Mara brings 20 years of experience in car sales to the table. Prior to joining Criswell Maserati, Karifa was a consultant for other high end cars such as Lexus, Audi, Jaguar, Range Rover, Porsche, Mercedes Benz and BMW, where he was always one of the top performers. Having worked in diverse systems, Karifa is very flexible and brings a wealth of knowledge in sales strategies and exceptional customer satisfaction and retention. In addition, he is fluent in French.
Read moreDealership Experience
9 yrs, 10 mos
Languages Spoken
English
French
247 Reviews
Write a Review247 Reviews of Karifa Mara
December 03, 2017
A welcome change to buying a car...I actually enjoyed it From the moment I walked in I felt comfortable. No high pressure, not tactics...just down to earth appreciation for someone just looking around. Sur From the moment I walked in I felt comfortable. No high pressure, not tactics...just down to earth appreciation for someone just looking around. Sure I had lots of questions and all were answered. Karifa was awesome and so personable and patient. I truly appreciated the time that Rob took with me to ensure I understood all of the options with the lease, Ryan was also most helpful as we were closing out our purchase. More
December 01, 2017
Exceeded My Expectations Alfa Romeo was not a familiar brand other than by reputation. Their new Giulia AWD has received excellent safety and driving reviews so we decided to Alfa Romeo was not a familiar brand other than by reputation. Their new Giulia AWD has received excellent safety and driving reviews so we decided to include it in our car search. Research validated this brand but Karifa, our sales consultant, showed us what this car is capable of delivering in terms of performance and value. He is awesome. If you go, ask for Karifa. Intelligent about this and other brands, no hard sell, and very very friendly with a constant smile. Felt more like a friend than a salesman. We purchased the car this evening. Apparently the Giulia was just named Motor Trend 2018 Car of the Year. Entry pricing in the 40's. Highly suggest you go to Criswell, ask for Karifa, and take a test drive. More
November 28, 2017
Bought a vehicle Karifa was very accommodating even though I came a day early outside my appointment, very approachable and friendly. Great guy to work with. And tha Karifa was very accommodating even though I came a day early outside my appointment, very approachable and friendly. Great guy to work with. And that gold suit was on point. More
November 27, 2017
Amazing car buying experience After researching sports sedans for the last few months, I decided to test drive the Alfa Romeo Giulia. My sales consultant, Karifa was fantastic, rec After researching sports sedans for the last few months, I decided to test drive the Alfa Romeo Giulia. My sales consultant, Karifa was fantastic, receptive, and very effective. He even stayed an extra hour or so after closing trying to help me decide the perfect vehicle. I would highly recommend him to everyone. Bonus point- Unparalleled test drive experience. Karifa, FTW!. Alfa Romeo Giulia- It’s beautiful, yet simple. Powerful yet disarming. There are quirks sure, but the damned thing is so alive. After all, Jeremy Clarkson once said you’re not a true petrolhead until you’ve owned an Alfa Romeo. If you haven’t tried an Alfa yet, you owe it to yourself to do so, quickly. More
November 25, 2017
new customer Excellent service, outstanding professional attitude. Knowledge of the product. Painless car buying experience.Took the time to explain the functions Excellent service, outstanding professional attitude. Knowledge of the product. Painless car buying experience.Took the time to explain the functions of the car. Will recommend Mr.Kara to my patients and friends. Looking forward to returning to upgrade the car. More
November 23, 2017
Excellent car buying experience I came to the dealership to "kick tires". I was greeted by Karifa and the rest is history! He is exceptionally knowledgeable about the Maserati brand I came to the dealership to "kick tires". I was greeted by Karifa and the rest is history! He is exceptionally knowledgeable about the Maserati brand as well as competitor's brands. He was very truthful and gave me the pros and cons of each brand. He offered me test drives for each model that I was considering and pointed out the differences in each. I wasn't ready to buy during my initial visit but after my "Karifa experience", I didn't go to any other dealerships because I was sold. He kept in contact with me, even during his vacation and was very low pressure. I purchased this month and the process was seamless. Karifa, thank you for your professionalism and in-depth knowledge. By the way, I never take my Levante out of Sport mode, I love to hear it roar! More
Other Employees Tagged: Ryan Sturdivant, Robert Buchanan
November 21, 2017
Outstanding, exceptional,informative, seamless experience! Kudos to Karifa and Robert for giving us an exceptional level of service. Karifa was so knowledgeable, extremely patient and such a professional in m Kudos to Karifa and Robert for giving us an exceptional level of service. Karifa was so knowledgeable, extremely patient and such a professional in making the entire process so flawless for us. He had answers to every question and query my teenage son had for him. Karifa being such a thorough gentleman even stayed an extra hour after closing on his birthday trying to help us decide the vehicle. He even filled up all the necessary paperwork for us. He made sure to explain all the minute details and features of the Ghibli model that we bought which we would never be able to figure out ourselves. Karifa took such amazing care of us right till the delivery of the vehicle. He is such a warm, caring and friendly person that he became like family to us! We are so grateful to him for all his help and patience! Thanks for being so dedicated and meticulous and for being so good at what you do! I would highly recommend him to everyone, please see him for five star service! God bless! Have a wonderful holiday season! Thanks for making our holidays special with the best car in the world! PS: special Mention for Mr Robert too with this dealership. He again is the most patient and warm person we have met, he was also instrumental in giving us a unique, top class car buying experience! Both Robert and Karifa were able to explain to us in detail leasing versus buying options in depth. Standing ovation for this terrific team! Happy holidays! Thanks a ton for your exceptional service! Amit and Ritu Walia Ashburn VA More
Other Employees Tagged: Robert Buchanan , Ryan Sturdivant
November 20, 2017
Excellent service Great car shopping/buying experience. Sales rep Karifa was friendly and knowledgeable and was very passionate about the Maserati. He answered all my q Great car shopping/buying experience. Sales rep Karifa was friendly and knowledgeable and was very passionate about the Maserati. He answered all my questions. I bought the car after this experience. More
October 29, 2017
Buying experience Karifa was exceptionally courteous, very knowledgeable and extremely patient and kind... the overall experience was very painless... buying the car wa Karifa was exceptionally courteous, very knowledgeable and extremely patient and kind... the overall experience was very painless... buying the car was so easy and there were multiple options ... We have been to other dealership but I would say Criswell was by far the most accommodating More
October 17, 2017
Absolutely the best This dealership is 100% on top of it. Karifa knows his cars and does not pressure his clients. I would say that he is the absolute best car representa This dealership is 100% on top of it. Karifa knows his cars and does not pressure his clients. I would say that he is the absolute best car representative ever. I highly recommend everyone who is interested in either a Maserati or Alfa Romeo go see Karifa! He provided the best experience when getting the Alfa Romeo Giulia and I will go back to him for any of my future cars. This is coming from a US Army Officer. More
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