Richard Allan | Page 8
Fleet Sales Manager
Harris Oceanside Chevrolet Buick GMC
Box 627 512 East Island Highway
Parksville, BC V9P 2G7
I have worked for Harris Oceanside Chevrolet Buick GMC Ltd for 16 years now, I started as a detailer washing cars on our lot in January 2006. I worked my way up making my way through Parts and Service before settling in Sales. In 2010 I was appointed the Fleet and Small Business Manager. Harris Oceanside is a great place to work, the staff are great and fun to be around, the management encourage you to be the best you can and support you in every way possible. The training from General Motors of Canada is phenomenal. In my own time I enjoy being outdoors walking and cycling as well as playing Tennis, but not without my iPhone, I love listening to music that's my happy place. I also enjoy watching Soccer (English Premiership) and when I can going to Vancouver Whitecaps games, Formula One is another sport I watch religiously. I'm happily married to Janie for 18 years and we live in Qualicum Beach. Many happy customers, contact me to join the Happy Car Buyers club!
Read moreDealership Experience
18 yrs, 5 mos
Industry Experience
18 yrs, 5 mos
Specialties & Trainings
VSA Sales Certified Levels 1 and 2
General Motors of Canada Ltd Fleet Managers Club 5 time Award winner
84 Reviews
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June 30, 2016
"Above and Beyond" Purchasing a new vehicle is not something to be taken lightly. The choices are endless, the options seem infinite, and the dealerships are many, all p Purchasing a new vehicle is not something to be taken lightly. The choices are endless, the options seem infinite, and the dealerships are many, all promising the prospective purchaser "the best car buying experience ever". Well, I'm delighted to say that I have indeed found that gem of a dealership that truly delivers that "best experience ever", Harris Oceanside. From my initial viewing of their inventory, the communications with Andy and Ashley, Richard finding me the "perfect ride", Christine's outstanding service and Harlem's kind, considerate, patience in navigating me through the features of my new Equinox, I have felt nothing less than valued. I know that if I need their assistance with any of the features of my vehicle, the warranties or any other questions, I will be taken care of. My experience in purchasing my new vehicle from Harris Oceanside has been nothing short of outstanding. The staff involved with my purchase have absolutely gone above and beyond to ensure that I have made the best decision for my driving needs. I would highly recommend Harris Ocean and their team to anyone looking to purchase a vehicle. They treat their clients with the utmost courtesy and consideration, and they truly do deliver "the best car buying experience ever". More
Other Employees Tagged: Harlem Brooks, Ashley Henry, Andy Lankester, Christine Wright
June 13, 2016
First class service From our first call to the dealership to the vehicle pick up we were treated in a highly professional and friendly manner. Richard answered all our q From our first call to the dealership to the vehicle pick up we were treated in a highly professional and friendly manner. Richard answered all our questions promptly and thoroughly. It's worth the trip to beautiful Parksville to purchase a vehicle. The dealership has a friendly, welcoming environment and all the staff went out of their way to ensure our experience was second to none. After meeting the General Manager, Andy Lankester, it was evident his leadership and compassion resonates through all members of his team. We highly recommend Harris Oceanside and we will definitely make the trip over from the mainland for future vehicle purchases. More
Other Employees Tagged: Andy Lankester, Cheryl Davies
May 02, 2016
New Volt Owners ~ Richard was the absolute best ~ Interested in the new technology, Knowledgeable, Patient, Professional and Extremely Fair and above board. Strongest Richard was the absolute best ~ Interested in the new technology, Knowledgeable, Patient, Professional and Extremely Fair and above board. Strongest recommendation possible for Richard/Dealership More
Other Employees Tagged: Cheryl Davies
April 15, 2016
Excellent service I called Richard with my needs for a truck, Richard found exactly what I requested, drove to my office with the new truck, took my old truck for an as I called Richard with my needs for a truck, Richard found exactly what I requested, drove to my office with the new truck, took my old truck for an assessment, called me with the pricing, pricing was acceptable, returned to my office with all the paper work and my old truck so WE could transfer my personal items, then gave me a 30 minute detailed introduction and demonstration of the truck. The whole process took less than 24 hours and it only took 1 hour of my time. Time is money and it didn't cost me any... More
April 09, 2016
Professional, Friendly, Knowledgeable. I was ready to give up on finding a new vehicle that was safe, comfortable and affordable--and then I bumped in to Richard Allen. He said he knew he c I was ready to give up on finding a new vehicle that was safe, comfortable and affordable--and then I bumped in to Richard Allen. He said he knew he could find me what I was looking for. And I'm so glad he was right! Up until then I had been looking at Hondas, Toyotas and Mazdas. There was always something wrong with these vehicles--either the seats were too small, there wasn't enough leg room or head room, the cargo area was too small, the seat was too low, and the list goes on. I figured if I was going to buy a new auto, it was going to be what I wanted. I would have to live with my decision for a long time. Richard understood this. He was never pushy. It was apparent how knowledgeable he was about the Chevrolets I was interested in from the get go, unlike the other sales people at the other dealerships I had been shopping at for the prior 2 months. In the end, Richard sold me a Chevrolet Trax, which was reasonably priced, safe (check out the iihs website rating) and comfortable. I feel assured I will be happy with this vehicle for years to come. Thanks Richard! More
March 31, 2016
Ace in the hole As usual we are thoroughly pleased with our experiences at Harris Chevrolet. Richard Allen is a top notch salesman we again could not be happier with As usual we are thoroughly pleased with our experiences at Harris Chevrolet. Richard Allen is a top notch salesman we again could not be happier with our vehicles Richard Allen has found us. Thanks so much for all your hard work and patience John and Anissa More
January 29, 2016
Great experience. We've been wanting an electric vehicle for some time now but were concerned about the range limitations and the cost. After reading about the Volt, th We've been wanting an electric vehicle for some time now but were concerned about the range limitations and the cost. After reading about the Volt, then test driving it, and finally learning all we needed to know from Richard and Adams, we are confident we made a very good decision to purchase our new Volt, Everyone we dealt with in the process was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. It was a great experience. More
Other Employees Tagged: Adams Obakpee
December 20, 2015
Vehicle shopping made easy! Harris Oceanside made my new vehicle purchase process pleasant and fun. The salesperson was very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about my GMC Cany Harris Oceanside made my new vehicle purchase process pleasant and fun. The salesperson was very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about my GMC Canyon. This is our third vehicle purchase from Harris and each time has been great. I personally want to deal with businesses that give back to the community and Harris ticks that box too! Well done Harris! More
Other Employees Tagged: Andy Lankester, Steve Peters, Paula Szabo
November 09, 2015
We're proud new Volt owners, thanks to Harris Oceanside! We had a great experience in dealing with Richard Allan and the rest of the team at Harris Oceanside, who listened to our needs, answered all our ques We had a great experience in dealing with Richard Allan and the rest of the team at Harris Oceanside, who listened to our needs, answered all our questions, and helped us arrive at just the right terms for the perfect vehicle for us, a 2016 next-generation Chevy Volt. This is an awesome car which we continue to marvel at, packed with smart features which come standard. It's as complex and capable a vehicle as you could want, yet wonderfully simple to operate and it drives like a dream. Best of all, we haven't yet used a drop of gas or emitted any noxious fumes since leaving the dealership. We just plug it in when we get home and it's ready to go when we take off next time. Clearly the age of electric vehicles has arrived and the Volt is everything one could hope for... and a lot more. With the clean energy vehicle incentives in place, now was the time for us to take the plunge and we're delighted that we did. -- Alan Wilson, Gabriola More
Other Employees Tagged: Cheryl
November 03, 2015
The vehicle we were looking for!!!! What a great bunch of people that work here. Friendly,professional,helpful and straight talkers. It was time for a newer vehicle and we were at many d What a great bunch of people that work here. Friendly,professional,helpful and straight talkers. It was time for a newer vehicle and we were at many dealers on the island (7). We pulled into the lot and sat in a vehicle, which was going to be a settlement vehicle. That,s when Terry came up to us and asked us what is was we were looking for. "An Impala" was our answer and he said.." give me a minute there is one in the back lot being clean it just came in" A few minutes later he rounded the corner with a beautiful 2014 Impala. A great test ride and easy bargaining on the trade in and will the car sits in our driveway. The dealership is a beautiful place ,open and friendly, and all the people we dealt with were helpful, friendly and answered all our questions. No pressure and not one negative feeling. Will go back here when it is time to look at another vehicle. Thanks to all. More
Other Employees Tagged: Cheryl Davis