Kris opened DLR in 2004 with the idea that the car business did not have to be business as usual. Built on 10 core principles you can still find written on his wall, by 2008 DLR had become the 2nd highest volume Internet Auction Retailer in the Nation. When not at work Kris is active in his local Church and enjoys spending time with his wife, Victoria and 2 children, Asher & Beckett. Kris Gaerlan GM….“What really drives this place is great people. Great employees make great businesses. It is just that simple" DLR Core Principles • Be honest • Be fair • Be valuable • Be trustworthy • Be willing to work for it • Do what you say you are going to do (say you will do something) • GOLDEN RULE • Treat coworkers and customers with the same regard • Act as if your family/children were watching you • Don’t dodge the question
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Write a Review355 Reviews of Kris Gaerlan
March 12, 2025
The absolute best place to buy to buy a car. Brad is the absolute best experience Brad is the absolute best experience More
Other Employees Tagged: Parveen Rajendran, Brad Hoang, Ricky Brockway , Christian Hall
March 10, 2025
I'm very happy with my vehicle purchase agreement with Derrick Davis and Dallas Lease Returns. They are quite welcoming and great at serving their customers. I'm glad to say that Derrick was very helpful Derrick Davis and Dallas Lease Returns. They are quite welcoming and great at serving their customers. I'm glad to say that Derrick was very helpful and courteous. He was very knowledgeable about how to get the deal done..He helpful in siding on making my decision on right vehicle. Therefore I'm quite pleased with how he handle everything The dealership is very unique and so are those who work there too. Derrick Davis and all those whom he interduced me to all showed love for what they were doing in the process . I'm very appreciative to all of them, Dallas Lease Returns as an whole This is an dealership that is about servicing the customer.. My Brothers on the Square and friends come and check out the deals here at Dallas Lease Returns. One of the best dealership in Dallas. More
Other Employees Tagged: Derrick Davis
March 08, 2025
Great dealership! The Marvin and Anthony were amazing during the whole process. The process was quick and fast all we had to do was pick a vehicle. This is our second The Marvin and Anthony were amazing during the whole process. The process was quick and fast all we had to do was pick a vehicle. This is our second purchase. So grateful for all the help. More
Other Employees Tagged: Anthony Zegarelli, Marvin Hoyla
February 15, 2025
Had a fantastic experience with Robert and Dallas Lease Returns. He was always available for questions, was able to get me in right away for a test drive, and made the buying process smooth and easy. I app Returns. He was always available for questions, was able to get me in right away for a test drive, and made the buying process smooth and easy. I appreciate Robert’s help and will recommend him to family and friends who are looking for their next vehicle. More
Other Employees Tagged: Anthony Zegarelli, Parveen Rajendran, Robert Yousef , Angelica Mitchell
February 12, 2025
I just purchased my third car from Pete Haskins at Dallas Lease Returns, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience once again! Every time I return, I’m reminded why I keep coming back. From the start, Lease Returns, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience once again! Every time I return, I’m reminded why I keep coming back. From the start, Pete has always been incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, and patient. They take the time to understand my needs and preferences and always manage to find the perfect car for me. Whether it’s the car features, financing options, or simply answering all my questions, I know I can rely on Pete to offer the best advice. Thank you, Pete!! More
Other Employees Tagged: Pete Hankins , Angelica Mitchell
February 09, 2025
Blanca is an absolute angel to work with she is as beautiful inside as she is outside. I have bought four cars from Blanca and there is a reason for that( number one she is a consummate professional. beautiful inside as she is outside. I have bought four cars from Blanca and there is a reason for that( number one she is a consummate professional. She will always give her best effort and strongly believes in going that extra yard to take care of her clients. That is a rare find. I will buy again. More
Other Employees Tagged: Chris Mikell, Blanca Benitez, Roel Ortiz, Parveen Rajendran , Angelica Mitchell
January 06, 2025
Yulian was very kind and professional, and went out of his was to take care of us. We weren't pressured to make a deal at any point, and the entire process was pleasant and painless. his was to take care of us. We weren't pressured to make a deal at any point, and the entire process was pleasant and painless. More
Other Employees Tagged: Yulian Equihua
December 30, 2024
I found Dallas Lease Returns through a friend at work and I am so glad I did. Not only can you get a great deal on a car, but they are a customer service oriented business and they treat you very well. Utmos I am so glad I did. Not only can you get a great deal on a car, but they are a customer service oriented business and they treat you very well. Utmost professionalism from start to finish. Liked everyone I talked to. Highly recommend Pete Hankins who was my sales person. He was very helpful picking a car and made sure I was comfortable with the deal. Even gave my wife a Diet Coke. How did he know? More
Other Employees Tagged: Pete Hankins
December 30, 2024
I can't speak highly enough of our experience with Alexis. Alexis has helped us twice to find the perfect fit to our family needs,. I’ve never felt forced to make an offer but anytime we’ve shown inte Alexis. Alexis has helped us twice to find the perfect fit to our family needs,. I’ve never felt forced to make an offer but anytime we’ve shown interest in a car she has promptly provided us with professional advises and information. We have purchased 2 cars with her so far and we couldn’t be more grateful for her service. 5 stars! More
Other Employees Tagged: Alexis Garcia
December 19, 2024
The dealership gave me a very welcoming and trusting feeling and I will shop again. feeling and I will shop again. More
Other Employees Tagged: Alex Al-Khafaji, Roel Ortiz, Robert Schultz, Parveen Rajendran, Ricky Brockway , Angelica Mitchell

