Tim Whitener
Tim Whitener at Paramount Kia of Hickory

Tim Whitener | Page 24

Sales

Paramount Kia of Hickory

1205 S Center St
Hickory, NC 28602

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5.0
292 Reviews

Dealership Experience

25 yrs, 2 mos

Industry Experience

25 yrs, 2 mos

Specialties & Trainings

Voted Catawba County's Finest Salesperson 2016

Kia Professional Elite Certified

5.0

292 Reviews

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292 Reviews of Tim Whitener

February 06, 2017

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Great buying experience It was a great buying experience. They worked with us and made sure we had the vehicle we needed with the terms we were comfortable with. Tim wad a pl More

by Michael Vaughan
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Other Employees Tagged: Tim Crowder

Feb 07, 2017

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

Michael, thank you very much for taking your time to leave us a great review! We are pleased to hear that you had a great buying experience at Paramount Kia of Hickory! If there is anything else we can do for you just give us a call! Best regards, Dave Estes | destes@paramountauto.com

January 12, 2017

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Very good experience I have been using this dealership since 2009 and always have been treated well. This is the 2nd vehicle I have purchased from Paramont. The employees More

by cjoy1030
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Jan 13, 2017

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

Thank you for leaving us this great review. We are very happy to hear that we could provide you with a second car buying experience that was just as good or better as the first! Please come back and see us again in the future with anything else you might need. Take care! Kind regards, Dave Estes | destes@paramountauto.com

January 04, 2017

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Good Experience We went in with a lot of negative equity in our trade and explained that to Tim from the start and he was more than willing to help us find a car that More

by Frank M
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Other Employees Tagged: Patrick Butler in Finance

Jan 04, 2017

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

Frank, thanks for this marvelous review and congratulations on your purchase! We are so pleased that Tim was able to provide you with such exceptional service. Enjoy your new Sorento! All the best, Dave Estes | destes@paramountauto.com

December 21, 2016

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Used Car Purchase Had recently lost a vehicle and was in the market to replace same with a similar model/type. I saw on the company web page that they had one that fit More

by Rag Top
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Other Employees Tagged: Teudi Flores

Dec 22, 2016

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

We appreciate you taking time to leave us a great review! We are pleased to hear Tim did a great job in assisting you in your purchase. If there is anything else we can do for you, please don't hesitate to let us know! Warm regards, Dave Estes | destes@paramountauto.com

December 14, 2016

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A very happy and satisfied Kia owner I have told everyone, "If you need to find a new car, if you need to feel trust in the transaction, if you want hassle free salesmanship, then I sugge More

by KiaDeb
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Dec 15, 2016

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

Thank you for writing such a great review about your experience at our dealership! We appreciate the feedback and are pleased that your vehicle purchase experience with Tim was so positive. We always do our best to make sure all of our customers leave with the right vehicle and we're glad that you're enjoying yours. We look forward to seeing you again. Warm regards, Dave Estes | destes@paramountauto.com

November 23, 2016

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Very calm experience From the moment I introduced myself to Tim he made me feel very comfortable and at ease!! Listening to what my wants was and immediately started helpi More

by Yoder2016
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Nov 24, 2016

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

We appreciate you taking time to leave us a great review! We are pleased to hear Tim did a great job in assisting you in your purchase. If there is anything else we can do for you, please don't hesitate to let us know! Warm regards, Dave Estes | destes@paramountauto.com

November 21, 2016

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Paramount Kia of Hickory Tim was awesome! If I ever need another car, I would ask Tim to help me again. He worked with me and helped me with finding a car and getting everythi More

by Deafneck
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November 11, 2016

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We love our new Sorento! My wife and I are very happy with our new Sorento and our experience buying a car at Paramount Kia in Hickory. Our salesperson, Tim Whitener, was ple More

by Sandra J Welch
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Yes

Other Employees Tagged: Teudi Flores

Nov 14, 2016

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

Sandra, thanks for this marvelous review and congratulations on your purchase! We are so pleased that Tim was able to provide you with such exceptional service. Enjoy your new Sorento! Best, Dave Estes | destes@paramountauto.com

October 15, 2016

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It was wonderful I had the best walking in and service that I have ever possibly ever had. I would recommend Paramount to anybody because there's where you get the bes More

by Jesus123
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Oct 17, 2016

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review, Jesus. I'm very happy to hear about your positive experience at Paramount Kia of Hickory. If you have any further needs, do not hesitate to come back in for a visit. Best, Dave Estes | destes@paramountauto.com

October 05, 2016

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"Easy and Quick" I found a car on auto-trader. The price was fair (Kelly Blue Book).. Tim was not high pressure, just helpful and pleasant. The transaction was painle More

by Jai Vang
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Oct 06, 2016

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

Thank you for taking the time to share with us, Jai! The goal of the Paramount Kia of Hickory team is to ensure a painless and quick purchasing process for each of our customers. We're happy to read that you found what you wanted in such a timely manner. Please remember that we're always here to assist you with any future auto needs! Warm regards, Dave Estes | destes@paramountauto.com

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