My journey to the auto industry was a short distance and a long hike. I spent the first 15 years of my career in the equipment business- in sales, service, parts, management, and eventually, distribution and OEM management- and at some point decided I wanted to plant my feet in my community and in a similar and meaningful industry. Creating value by solving problems, and developing relationships based on mutual trust and respect have always been my primary goals, and I wake up every day excited to do that at Pine Belt Motors. Off the clock, I spend most of my time writing and playing music, reading, and when I can, diving offshore and traveling as far and often as possible.
Read moreDealership Experience
2 yrs
Industry Experience
2 yrs
Specialties & Trainings
Custom Finance Specialist
Project Management Professional (PMP)
BS in Economics/Political Science
VIP Sales Professional
7 Reviews
Write a Review7 Reviews of Nate Thornton
August 27, 2026
This dealership and their staff are AMAZING. ....we live on the coast and my son found the perfect truck at this dealership....we were concerned about the distance and my sons work schedule...so ....we live on the coast and my son found the perfect truck at this dealership....we were concerned about the distance and my sons work schedule...so we made one call and Nate called back and in no time we had made the deal... Nate DROVE THE TRUCK TO MY SON IN A STORM....it was the smoothest easiest vehicle transaction we have ever experienced...from financing to delivery...AMAZING PEOPLE...I would recommend to all....even if y'all live on the coast they will make it easier then driving to Gulfport....THANK YOU TO PINE BELT STAFF...SPECIAL THANKS TO NATE... More
August 18, 2026
Nate was professional, knowledgeable, courteous, and attentive throughout the entire buying process. He took the time to answer my questions and made sure I understood everything. He has remained helpfu attentive throughout the entire buying process. He took the time to answer my questions and made sure I understood everything. He has remained helpful and is quick to respond even after the sale. More
August 16, 2026
I was very pleased with the experience I had with Nate during my purchase. He was very kind and professional and made my husband and I feel as though he sincerely wanted us to be happy with our purchase. during my purchase. He was very kind and professional and made my husband and I feel as though he sincerely wanted us to be happy with our purchase. Buying a new vehicle can be stressful. We would not hesitate to call on him in the future. Thank you Nate. More
August 14, 2026
The entire process of shopping for a car with Nate went smoothly, he found the vehicle that would fit my needs, style and payment. Big thank you to Nate! smoothly, he found the vehicle that would fit my needs, style and payment. Big thank you to Nate! More
Other Employees Tagged: Tony Wright, Brad Livingston, Jake Carroll, Joseph Boyd

