Tyler started in the automotive business here at Coastal Kia two years ago. His professionalism, leadership skills, and attention to detail helped him to move up quickly from being a Product Specialist to Finance Manager. Tyler served six years in the Navy as an Intelligence Officer and was stationed at Oahu, Hawaii. During his off time, Tyler enjoys boating and spending time with his two Great Danes.
Read moreDealership Experience
5 yrs, 9 mos
Industry Experience
5 yrs, 9 mos
Specialties & Trainings
Finance Manager
292 Reviews
Write a Review292 Reviews of Tyler Desmarest
July 27, 2020
Always friendly and helpful. Easy to get in contact with about services. They offer a nice seating area indoor and outdoor while you wait. If you decide jot to they have a courtesy vehicle to take care if y about services. They offer a nice seating area indoor and outdoor while you wait. If you decide jot to they have a courtesy vehicle to take care if you. More
Other Employees Tagged: Bob Tomlin, Sam Weisman , Don Nguyen
July 26, 2020
2020 Kia Sorento- ease of the deal Did this whole purchase on line and phone with Kelvin. Spoke with many dealers in the last 2 weeks and Coastal was the most responsive. Had no hesita Did this whole purchase on line and phone with Kelvin. Spoke with many dealers in the last 2 weeks and Coastal was the most responsive. Had no hesitation completing this purchase. Never even visited the dealer which is 240 miles from my house. Kelvin even arranged to have the car delivered to my home. This was the easiest transaction I ever had when buying a car. I would highly recommend this dealership. More
Other Employees Tagged: Kelvin Swinson
July 21, 2020
Everyone there is professional and helpful. Have always had a great experience with the sales and service departments. They always have my Optima ready when they say,or before. had a great experience with the sales and service departments. They always have my Optima ready when they say,or before. More
Other Employees Tagged: Steve Kramer, Bob Tomlin, Sam Weisman
July 07, 2020
Another AMAZING CAR BUYING EXPERIENCE Let me start by saying I would never even consider purchasing a car anywhere else-while budget -pricing and payments along with car performance and s Let me start by saying I would never even consider purchasing a car anywhere else-while budget -pricing and payments along with car performance and style are all very important-CUSTOMER SERVICE is number 1 - today I purchased my 5th Kia this time we went a little bigger -a Sportage 😊 Steve Kramer has to be the kindest most patient person on the planet-and the Owner Mr.Koballa goes above and beyond -his leadership and attention to customer service is evident in every part of the buying experience- from the “personal car expert assistant” (salesman) to the finance office all was extremely smooth and actually a pleasant experience. The drive from Jacksonville was worth every mile! If you are considering purchasing a vehicle please -head to Coastal Kia of Wilmington-I promise you will not be disappointed best pricing -honesty - customer care... you will drive away not only satisfied but....part of the family! Thank you Steve Kramer for once again going above and beyond thinking of every little detail and most of all your kindness and expertise-Thank you Mr.Koballa for taking the time to come say hello and welcome us. God Bless More
Other Employees Tagged: Patrick Koballa, Steve Kramer
July 06, 2020
Easiest car deal I’ve ever been through. Steve listened to what I expected from the vehicle. Finance attempted to keep me in my comfort range for payments. to what I expected from the vehicle. Finance attempted to keep me in my comfort range for payments. More
Other Employees Tagged: Steve Kramer, Bob Tomlin
July 05, 2020
Friendly and patient service I went into the dealership with a fairly clear idea of the car I wanted and Ben patiently went over all 5 used cars that fit my criteria. We narrowed I went into the dealership with a fairly clear idea of the car I wanted and Ben patiently went over all 5 used cars that fit my criteria. We narrowed it down to 1. Two days later, it was mine, Pleasant, friendly and not too pushy. I'm happy. More
Other Employees Tagged: John Wigger , Ben Smith,
June 20, 2020
Highly impressed with how they corrected a wrong that they were under no obligation to do. They truly do care about their customers. I am on my third Sorento with this dealership. Tyler, in finance got m they were under no obligation to do. They truly do care about their customers. I am on my third Sorento with this dealership. Tyler, in finance got me a great rate and Uber worked on making things right for me. Sam in the service department is incredible. I am a very happy customer More
Other Employees Tagged: Uber Hernandez, Sam Weisman
June 19, 2020
overall good experience love my new Kia Sorento!!! Brandon was very easy to work with and everyone in dealership was very nice/friendly and there was a good vibe. love my new Kia Sorento!!! Brandon was very easy to work with and everyone in dealership was very nice/friendly and there was a good vibe. More
Other Employees Tagged: Michael Mascavage , My salesman's name was Brandon
June 17, 2020
The dealership was very helpful. John asked me what my ideal situation was and then he made it happen. All the staff were very nice and approachable. ideal situation was and then he made it happen. All the staff were very nice and approachable. More
Other Employees Tagged: John Wallace
June 15, 2020
John Wallace was patient and followed up and worked with me very well. No pressure and got me into a car that worked well for me and my budget! me very well. No pressure and got me into a car that worked well for me and my budget! More
Other Employees Tagged: Uber Hernandez, Sam Weisman , John Wallace