Tim Whitener
Tim Whitener at Paramount Kia of Hickory

Tim Whitener | Page 5

Sales

Paramount Kia of Hickory

1205 S Center St
Hickory, NC 28602

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5.0
304 Reviews

Dealership Experience

25 yrs, 6 mos

Industry Experience

25 yrs, 6 mos

Specialties & Trainings

Voted Catawba County's Finest Salesperson 2016

Kia Professional Elite Certified

5.0

304 Reviews

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304 Reviews of Tim Whitener

July 10, 2025

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Friendly, customer oriented, honest. It was an easy process working out the details of the new car and finance for it. Mr. Whitener and other associates. advised me of everything I need More

by rayacerda
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Jul 11, 2025

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

Thank you so much for choosing Paramount Kia of Hickory! Please let us know if we can be of any more assistance.

July 03, 2025

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Tim is the best! He is so knowledgeable and pleasant to work with. Highly recommend! More

by Cfulenwider
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Jul 04, 2025

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

Thank you! We appreciate your business and look forward to helping you with any questions or future vehicle needs. Thank you for choosing Paramount Kia of Hickory.

July 02, 2025

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Tim is a friendly person and great help. I highly recommend him and Paramount KIA! More

by Madisonsoverway
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Jul 02, 2025

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

It's fantastic to hear that we provided you with great customer service while assisting you! We truly appreciate the opportunity to do business with you. Thanks for choosing Paramount Kia of Hickory!

July 02, 2025

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Tim was extremely helpful in my car search; very knowledgeable and kind to a first-time car buyer like myself! More

by Chase
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Jul 02, 2025

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

It's fantastic to hear that we provided you with great customer service while assisting you! We truly appreciate the opportunity to do business with you. Thanks for choosing Paramount Kia of Hickory!

June 30, 2025

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Overall, my experience with Tim was fantastic. He is trustworthy, and genuinely a helpful car salesman. If you are in the market for a new or used vehicle, I highly recommend seeking him out. More

by anahe76752
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Jun 30, 2025

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

Thank you so much for your kind words, and for taking the time to leave us this wonderful feedback!

June 30, 2025

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Excellent Service, Tim was the best and so knowledgeable! ! It was a really great experience. More

by csharpe8290
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Other Employees Tagged: We enjoyed the entire experience - I will continue to purchase cars from this dealership!

Jun 30, 2025

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're happy to hear it went well and truly appreciate your feedback.

June 30, 2025

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Tim and the entire staff were great to work with. Tim is very knowledgeable about the product and was explain all of the technology in a way that was easy to understand. More

by Ipatrickbutler
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Jun 30, 2025

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

Thank you! It has been a pleasure serving you. Quality customer service is always our number one priority, and we're happy to hear that we met your expectations. Thank you again for choosing Paramount Kia of Hickory. We look forward to having you as one of our valued customers for many more years to come!

June 12, 2025

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Have bought cars here for 20 years, always the same excellent service! Would not go anywhere else! More

by dmdaly4035
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Jun 12, 2025

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

It's great to hear that we were able to help you out. Our goal is to make sure everyone who walks through the door leaves happy. Thank you for choosing Paramount Kia of Hickory!

April 30, 2025

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Tim was very nice and knowledgeable on the car we bought. He went over everything with us and was a pleasure to work with! More

by lambertmakayla3
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Apr 30, 2025

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are delighted to learn about your positive experience! If there is anything else we can do to assist you, please do not hesitate to let us know. We are always happy to help!

April 26, 2025

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M name is Betty Mckinney I bought a 2025 Kia Soul LX at Parmount Kia in Hickory yesterday April 21st. I went with hopes they could help me. Tim Whitener meet me with a smile.. I told him my situation and I More

by SUSIE
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Apr 26, 2025

Paramount Kia of Hickory responded

Thanks for sharing about your experience with Paramount Kia of Hickory. We appreciate your business and hope to see you again soon!

Apr 26, 2025

SUSIE responded

My name is Betty Mckinney i went to Paramount Kia on Monday April 21st. I went with hopes that they could help me. I was the first customer there, i was greeted by Tim Whitener with a smile. I told him my situation and i honestly didnt think i had a prayer. But with Tims help he did his magic and i was able to stay in my budget and i drove away in my beautiful Kia Soul LX inferno red. I will tell anyone thats got a budget and needs a car and dont think you have a chance, Go see Tim Whitener and i promise he will go the extra mile for you! Tim i could never be able to Thank you for helping me! Your the best!!

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