Stephen Has been with New Motors since April 2016. He graduated from General Mclane High School in 2000. Stephen began his career in customer service as a bus boy at Chi Chi's in 1997. Before joining the New Motors team he sold and delivered hand crafted hardwood furniture at The Amish Buggy. He chose to start a career selling Subarus because of the great experience his wife had buying a 2009 Legacy at New Motors. In his free time you can find him out on a golf course chasing around the little white ball, riding his bicycle around Presque Isle state park or working in his garden planting seeds and pulling weeds.
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178 Reviews of Stephen Kolenda
March 24, 2018
Kolenda Keeps Calm I would HIGHLY reccomend Stephen to anyone looking to purchase a car. I put this poor guy through so much, I was picky about what I wanted and then wh I would HIGHLY reccomend Stephen to anyone looking to purchase a car. I put this poor guy through so much, I was picky about what I wanted and then when I finally found something I didn’t have my paperwork in order but he never got frustrated or showed anything but kindness. He was so helpful, he answered every question I had, the one night I kept him busy at his desk until the moment they turned the lights off! The day that I got to buy my car, he had all of the paperwork ready to go all I had to do was walk in, sign some things and then I got to take the car home! I’ve never had such an easy car buying experience! Seriously, if you’re looking for a calm, cool, helpful salesman who will find you the perfect car but won’t be annoyingly pushy about it... go see Mr. Kolenda! More
March 23, 2018
Easy and Friendly This is the second vehicle that I have purchase from Steve Kolenda and the New Motors team and couldn't be happier. Financing is fast and Nicole finds This is the second vehicle that I have purchase from Steve Kolenda and the New Motors team and couldn't be happier. Financing is fast and Nicole finds the best deal every time. More
Other Employees Tagged: Nicole DiTullio
March 10, 2018
New car I went to New Motors just looking around, I had never driven a Subaru nor did I think I wanted one, until I got help from Steve K. As I looked around I went to New Motors just looking around, I had never driven a Subaru nor did I think I wanted one, until I got help from Steve K. As I looked around the parking lot trying to pick out something that I could see my self purchasing even though I never drove one. Steve spent all 5 hours on a Saturday picking out different styles and models and test driving until we found the right one. I ended up driving away in a 2018 Subaru Legacy. I have had it for a week now and I can honestly say I won’t buy another car that isn’t a Subaru, and I won’t by a Subaru from anywhere but New Motors. More
December 29, 2017
Great experience The salesman was nice and not pushy. He answered all of our questions, and made our visit quick, easy and most of all we got a great car! Thanks again The salesman was nice and not pushy. He answered all of our questions, and made our visit quick, easy and most of all we got a great car! Thanks again! More
Other Employees Tagged: Nicole DiTullio
December 13, 2017
Purchase of new car! We had a nice afternoon visiting with Steve while we waited to get our credit unlocked! Lol...He is a very friendly person and was quite knowledgeable We had a nice afternoon visiting with Steve while we waited to get our credit unlocked! Lol...He is a very friendly person and was quite knowledgeable when it came to our car questions. He gets a 10 from us! Thanks Steve! More
Other Employees Tagged: Taneeka Shetler
December 08, 2017
Nicole is great and she has a compassionate heart!! Everyone I worked with did a tremendous job! I especially love that they appreciated my shenanigans in the process! Hats off to the team who delivered Everyone I worked with did a tremendous job! I especially love that they appreciated my shenanigans in the process! Hats off to the team who delivered the car to my driveway! More
Other Employees Tagged: Allen Yingling , Nicole DiTullio, Taneeka Shetler
December 08, 2017
Used car buying a pleasant experience at New Motors I was in the market to purchase a used vehicle after my Subaru was totaled in an accident. I needed all wheel drive and had loved my previous car. S I was in the market to purchase a used vehicle after my Subaru was totaled in an accident. I needed all wheel drive and had loved my previous car. So when Steve greeted me at the front door I was impressed. He was very knowledgable in the types of vehicle they had to offer. It didn’t take long for us to find a Subaru I fell in love with a newer Forrester. He and Nicole DiTullio went to work to assist me in finding financing. I now have a car that has everything plus. I love the new car so does my daughter she brings it home often so that I can see it. LOL. Recommend Steve Kolenda and the family of New Motors employees, they make car buying a pleasing experience. More
Other Employees Tagged: Andrew Bargielski, Nicole DiTullio
December 01, 2017
smooth and honest They listen to what your needs are and proceed to make the experience of leasing smooth and efficient. They can be trusted as far as being knowledg They listen to what your needs are and proceed to make the experience of leasing smooth and efficient. They can be trusted as far as being knowledgeable and fair. More
Other Employees Tagged: Mike Francis , Nicole DiTullio, Beth Moski
November 14, 2017
Honesty, Integrity, Service before Self I've known Steve for some time. When my Honda was ready to be replaced, there was only one person I knew I could trust to treat me fairly and that per I've known Steve for some time. When my Honda was ready to be replaced, there was only one person I knew I could trust to treat me fairly and that person is Steve Kolenda. I gave Steve an idea of what I was looking for and a price range. He obviously wanted to point out some of their high end models, but when I explained my needs and situation, he was right on board. He showed me a few vehicles, helped me on short notice, and was able to get me in my new ride on the same day. Even with a move taking place, he took time out of his day off to help a friend. If he weren't already a friend, his service, professionalism, and excellence in dealing with a frustrated individual (me), would have earned him a place at my table anytime. Hopefully I'm not in need of a new car anytime soon, but I'll be dealing with Steve again when the time comes and I've already started throwing his name out there. More
October 31, 2017
October Surprise! I reached out to Stephen Kolenda based on a recommendation from a mutual friend to help search for a small SUV. We communicated via email and narrowed I reached out to Stephen Kolenda based on a recommendation from a mutual friend to help search for a small SUV. We communicated via email and narrowed the search down to a few vehicles to test drive. He hustled. Always quickly responding to my questions. Once at the dealership I wasn't super excited about the options I picked. Stephen encouraged me to look at the Subaru Outback that included all of the items I was searching for (low miles, sunroof, good price). It's amazing! I'm so happy with my purchase. Nicole quickly got the paper work in order and clearly answered all of my questions. The dealership is top notch. The employees are friendly. I would recommend Stephen to friends and family. It was a great experience. Surprising to me I walked away a Subaru Owner. It's not just a car....it's a lifestyle! More
Other Employees Tagged: Nicole DiTullio

