Mike Cates
Mike Cates at Mtn. View Ford

Mike Cates

Sales Consultant

Mtn. View Ford

301 E 20th St
Chattanooga, TN 37408

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4.8
29 Reviews

Dealership Experience

2 yrs, 6 mos

Industry Experience

9 yrs, 11 mos

Languages Spoken

English English

4.8

29 Reviews

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29 Reviews of Mike Cates

November 25, 2025

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Very friendly and professional salesman. Willing to make a deal when other dealerships wouldn't. I give them 5 stars! More

by jeffkemp40
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Other Employees Tagged: Jason Rose

November 24, 2025

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Working with the team at Mtn View has been one of the best experiences I have had when purchasing a vehicle! They made the entire process seamless, and I left with my dream vehicle, a Bronco! I would r More

by AMBERNDUNTON
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Other Employees Tagged: Jerry Castro, Shaun Emery

October 02, 2025

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It was a pleasant buying experience. Everybody was very nice and we never felt under pressure to buy. More

by GENEDOSS1
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Other Employees Tagged: Jamie Parks

September 01, 2025

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I have purchased many NEW FORDs in my lifetime. Mtn. View FORD is the worst dealership. My 2025 NEW EXPEDITION was not ready when I arrived for delivery. Not even on the lot. It was still being More

by TIM.PANGONAS
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Sep 02, 2025

Mtn. View Ford responded

Hi Tim, We’re truly sorry to hear you feel this way about your experience. While your delivery did not go as smoothly as either of us would have hoped, our records reflect that our General Manager, Mike Thornton, and our team have spoken with you directly and worked to address your concerns, including honoring the maintenance package you mentioned. We understand how important a seamless buying experience is, and we regret that we didn’t meet your expectations that day. Our goal is always to provide attentive follow-up and long-term support to every customer. We’d still like the opportunity to continue working with you and make sure you feel fully confident in your purchase. If you’d like to talk further, please reach out to Mike Thornton at [direct contact info]. —Mtn View Ford Team

August 25, 2025

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The sales man was great could not ask for better did everything to get the deal done More

by SFRADY74
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Other Employees Tagged: Jamie Parks, Jerry Castro

August 14, 2025

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Sales man was great. Answered all my questions. Would recommend him in the future. Great experience More

by NOAHALDRICH33
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Other Employees Tagged: Brandon Mathis

August 09, 2025

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I'm sorry I do not remember anyone named Jamie Park and as far as the dealership they took care of everything that they said they would when I bought the vehicle More

by STREETGLIDEVAN
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July 23, 2025

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Fast, friendly personal service, made the buying experience as painless as possible. Very positive vibes all around…. More

by KEITHMDOBSON
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Other Employees Tagged: April Broome, Summyr Pennington , Savannah Hale, Abdul 5⭐️, Gary 5⭐️

July 01, 2025

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Johnny & Mtn View Ford both Were great! Both were honest & trust worthy Next time i trade vehicles i will go to Mtn View Ford! More

by JAC3806
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June 30, 2025

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Excellent service and communication when working on vehicle. Awesome customer support and care the whole process. More

by CHARITY_COTTINGHAM
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