Eric Gates
Eric Gates at Columbia Ford Kia
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General Manager

Columbia Ford Kia

234 Willimantic Road, Route 6
Columbia, CT 06237

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4.6
552 Reviews

Eric is happily married to his wife, Katharine and lives in Stonington with their 2 children Ollie and Bella. His motivation to help people buy, trade, sell, fix, repair, maintain and improve their automotive situations shines through and is proven by the thousands of people he has affected. He is an avid athlete and sports fan. Eric is a hometown fan of the New England Patriots, Boston Celtics and Boston Red Sox, and he will certainly let you know about it. Eric has been around the business for his entire life, and he has been playing with cars since he could touch the pedals. He has been certified in 8 different car manufacturers, so he certainly knows his stuff. Come in and meet him, he will always go above and beyond, no matter who you are!

Dealership Experience

9 yrs, 5 mos

Industry Experience

39 yrs, 4 mos

Specialties & Trainings

NADA Graduate

4.6

552 Reviews

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552 Reviews of Eric Gates

July 04, 2015

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They give you their absolute best deal the first time around John was a great dealer. I am 20 years old and I went to Columbia Ford looking to buy my first car. I was originally overwhelmed by the process becaus More

by Mary94
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Other Employees Tagged: John Senick

July 03, 2015

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New cae John Senick.. Great guy, honest, easy and quick. Not a typical car sales person. Very friendly and authentic. Best price in state. Make sure you ask f More

by Dlp
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Other Employees Tagged: John Senick

July 01, 2015

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used car purchase I am very impressed with Tony Mauro . He treaded me like a real person and was down to earth not like most car salesmen . I would recommend this deale More

by harry43
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Other Employees Tagged: Tony Mauro

June 29, 2015

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Super sales with no pressure. Columbia Ford Kia has a huge selection of vehicles available. They are more than happy to let you look at and drive whatever vehicle you want to ensur More

by mrsoul
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June 29, 2015

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Friendly helpful understanding great service I went with out expecting much. And left with a brand new car. Everyone was smiling and friendly. I have been to three different places to get cars bu More

by Marie83
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Other Employees Tagged: Chris Ledoux, Steven J. Murphy Sr.

June 22, 2015

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Great Experience! Always a great experience at Columbia Ford. The sales team is friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. They really go the extra mile to get you the dea More

by jeremymckee359
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Other Employees Tagged: Chris Ledoux, Matt Milici

June 16, 2015

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online sale everything went well Found car online great car great price responsive. Questions answered . A little concerned becuase I did not see the car before I bought it. No tri More

by drmike
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June 15, 2015

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The best dealer I've found! Everyone at Columbia was very pleasant to work with but my salesman Matt Milici was great! Matt went well out of his way to make sure everything from More

by Tom60
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Other Employees Tagged: Matt Milici

June 06, 2015

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Columbia Ford has a very helpful and curtious staff. All of the staff that I've dealt with are knowledgeable, courteous an very friendly. The dealership is impeccably maintained and very inviting. I look More

by prostdon
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Other Employees Tagged: Chris Ledoux, Matt Milici

June 02, 2015

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Professional car buying experience. From the very first step into the dealership to the drive away in my new purchase I was treated in a kind and professional manner. I have not been to More

by Skwurm
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Other Employees Tagged: Chris Ledoux, Steven J. Murphy Sr.

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