Ryan Lapierre has been an employee of Gates since 2008, But has worked locally in the auto industry since 1998. Ryan has enjoyed being a part of an award winning organization that makes it happen on a consistent, daily basis. "We guarantee your experience will be nothing short of 100%, from the initial greeting to the service after the sale." Ryan grew up in Plainfield, and is a huge Tennessee Titans fan as well as an avid cyclist.
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15 yrs, 8 mos
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25 yrs, 8 mos
345 Reviews
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November 17, 2011
Brian was so professional and so accomodating. I was extremely happy with the way I was treated! I went to DeCormier Nissan first because they were closer but they did not even want to work with me. I extremely happy with the way I was treated! I went to DeCormier Nissan first because they were closer but they did not even want to work with me. I went to Gates and it was NO PROBLEM and I had a deal within 10 minutes! I will refer EVERYONE I know to Gates Chevy, Buick, Nissan! More
Other Employees Tagged: Brian Philips, Brian Philips, Ryan Lapierre
October 01, 2011
Very professional sales team. They make you feel like part of the Gates family. They talk to you not at you. They explain every aspect of the process and Eric's vehicle knowledge is very good. I have pur part of the Gates family. They talk to you not at you. They explain every aspect of the process and Eric's vehicle knowledge is very good. I have purchased several GM vehicle over the past 30 years and have never been treated this well. More
Other Employees Tagged: Nick Truax , Eric Gates, Eric Gates , Ryan LaPirre and Nicholas Truax
September 27, 2011
Overall the experience we had was one of the best we've had at other dealerships. The one negative was at the end getting the car after Being cleaned and detailed, I noticed a couple of problems that I di had at other dealerships. The one negative was at the end getting the car after Being cleaned and detailed, I noticed a couple of problems that I did not notice before hand. The rear passenger door panel is peeling and on the same door but on exterior the side molding is starting to peel. Because of this, instead of a 10 experience over all, I'd say a 7.5 rating. I feel as though with a car at this price should not have peeling issues of any sort and not being fixed. I understand it's a used car and what not but I did not notice/ these blemishes, were not there before detailing. I honestly don't think I would have bought it if they were there. Even though other not we are very happy with everything. Thank you More
Other Employees Tagged: Denny Gates, Nick Truax , 3
September 13, 2011
This has been the best experience I have had purchasing a vehicle. No question was left unanswered and I was treated like a VIP customer from start to finish. I will be referring everyone to Gates. vehicle. No question was left unanswered and I was treated like a VIP customer from start to finish. I will be referring everyone to Gates. More
Other Employees Tagged: Tomas Gates , Tomas Gates Ryan Lapierre Brian Howe
September 05, 2011
I gave it this rating because I visited over 5 dealerships and found most were only interested in a quick sale or were shysters trying to rip you off . Some dealers actually used false advertiseme dealerships and found most were only interested in a quick sale or were shysters trying to rip you off . Some dealers actually used false advertisements to get you in and then renege on what there listing said. I was told by 2 salesmen at a Hartford dealership that the price was negotiable on a vehicle I looked at on their website. When I drove over 30 miles to get there was then told the price was NOT negotiable it was an internet only price, however the vehicle was sitting in there lot with the exact same price. After two days they decided to accept my offer, however, in that time I went to Gates (and was glade I did). As I said Gates was very personable and were interested not only in selling a car but also interested in my daughters safety making her happy and reasonable with us as consumers. JJ Lavieri even had 2 new tires put on this vehicle to demonstrate his sincerity towards my daughters safety and Denny worked out a very good price for us. It was truly our pleasure dealing with Gates. More
Other Employees Tagged: Denny Gates, Nick Truax , JJ Lavieri
August 18, 2011
Gates truly gets it or shall I say Jeremy King gets it. I went into Gates and was immediately helped by Jeremy King, he took down what I was looking for and told me I’d be an excellent candidate to lease a n went into Gates and was immediately helped by Jeremy King, he took down what I was looking for and told me I’d be an excellent candidate to lease a new 2011 Nissan Sentra. He showed me the benefits of leasing vs. buying; and opened my eyes to something I had not ever thought of; leasing over buying. He was incredibly helpful and resourceful; both the sales manager and finance manager were great assistance as well. He made what normally is a stressful time; purchasing a car; into a seamless; and satisfying day. Jeremy was also kind; never pushy and truly treated me like I was important and what I said mattered. He went through every detail about the lease contract; broke down every cost associated and even showed me how much gas I’d be saving with this new Sentra. Having a new car; I figured was never in my price range; but with leasing Jeremy showed me it was possible. I walked out incredibly satisfied and in a brand new car for near the same monthly as I would have if I bought used. The overall experience was pleasurable; and I couldn’t be happier with the service I was provided from Jeremy; and most importantly I couldn’t by any happier with my new 2011 Nissan Sentra. More
Other Employees Tagged: Denny Gates , Eric Gates, Jeremy King
August 14, 2011
My buying experience at Gates Nissan was a positive and rewarding experience. Eric Gates and Ryan Lapierre worked closely with me throughout the entire process. I would highly recommend this dealership t rewarding experience. Eric Gates and Ryan Lapierre worked closely with me throughout the entire process. I would highly recommend this dealership to family and friends. More
Other Employees Tagged: Eric Gates, Eric Gates, Ryan Lapierre
July 21, 2011
I had a great time today at Gates! I came in wanting to trade in my Civic for an XTerra and was welcomed with amazing customer service. The time flew by, and I was able to leave, same day, with my new Xter trade in my Civic for an XTerra and was welcomed with amazing customer service. The time flew by, and I was able to leave, same day, with my new Xterra. Thank you to Jeremy and the entire Gates crew for a great experience! I would absolutely recommend this dealership to anyone who is looking for outstanding customer service!! More
Other Employees Tagged: Jeremy King
June 22, 2011
My wife and I just purchased a 2011 GMC Terrain from your dealership. This was by far the worst Auto buying experience that we've ever had. We came into the dealership on May 21 after receiving a cal dealership. This was by far the worst Auto buying experience that we've ever had. We came into the dealership on May 21 after receiving a call from Joe Ortega, per my request for a price quote on Edmunds.com. We were placed with Brian O'Keefe to assist us. Brian was extremely polite and professional throughout this process. The Terrain that we were looking at on the lot was not the preferred color; Brian found one at another dealer, but we were apprehensive about making a decision due to the fact that I did not want to have payments that were a lot larger than I had right now. He put us in touch with Nick in the Finance area, who did some figures and quoted a payment amount which was within $10 of my then current payment, for a 5 year loan. I was still apprehensive, and Nick said he'd offer us free weekly car washes for the life of the car. But another concern was that I'd still need to have a tow hitch installed so I could use my bike rack. He said that he'd include that if we made the deal and also provide monthly car washes. We agreed on this deal, put a deposit down on a Cherry colored Terrain. We also asked that the protection package be added (the one w/all weather mats and mud guards) so it would be included in the loan. After we got home we realized that the vehicle had 1,000+ miles on it, which was unacceptable. On Sunday, my wife called Brian and told him this....he said he'd look for another one with less miles. We also said the other colors would be considered by us also and to let us know. During this timeframe Brian was unreacheable at one point due to an emergency and my wife spoke to another person about this. Apparently the car was found, everything was set and we were scheduled to sign the papers on 5/26/11. Joe Ortega called me on one point just to check on the status and he said you got a white or grey one right, and I said "NO", a Cherry one. On the signing date, we found that the towing hitch was not in place; I needed the hitch because were were going out of town and I needed to take my bike with me. We were told that we still had to come sign the papers and we could pick up the vehicle the following Wednesday when we were back in town. We signed the papers on 5/26, and we were surprised that the payment that Nick quoted us had mysteriously increased by at least $60 and Erica couldn't explain why; I still don't understand what happened there, but I'm sorry that we signed those papers because I feel that we were screwed over on the price of this vehicle. In addition; when we arrived the vehicle wasn't even the right color; it was dark grey instead of red. We never even said a word about that, because Brian was so helpful and we didn't want to make him feel bad and that color was fine with us too. Also, no mention was made of the free car washes, so it seems that we were lied to about many things. We planned to pick up the vehicle on Wednesday; I took off of work early to do so, only to find that the mud flaps weren't installed yet, as they hadn't come in yet. Same on Thursday. On Friday, we finally picked up the vehicle. Then Brian presented us with a bill for nearly $500 for the mats and mud flaps. I was shocked and I said that I thought this was all included in the financing. Brian had no clue and said that was Erika's issue and to call her on Monday. I told him if I have to pay for these items separately that I don't want them. If we would not have been forced to come in and sign the papers without being able to inspect the vehicle first, then this all would not have happened. I never heard of signing papers without the vehicle being not even ready. Since that timeframe, we've been bounced all over to different people in the dealership....no one has taken responsibility for this major lack of communication. I've spoken to Erika, who hasn't been able to help, Brian has been very nice about this but it seems that his hands are tied, also some other person (I can't remember who). Also, Ryan L. called me the other morning; said he'd call me back yesterday and he never did. No one is returning my calls, other than Brian. And I have to say that Ryan was rather rude on the phone and condescending. I don't care where this fell through the cracks, I just want to be a satisfied customer. It's now beyond the point of me being happy.... I will be making sure that this experience is documented all over the web including on Edmunds.com, where I first found your dealership. As stated earlier to everyone...it's not a problem to return the items. The floor mats are still in the box. You can take the mud flaps off, I dont' care. This seems like such a little issue on your side in comparison to the "bad press" and repeat business you are losing. I just called Erica to cancel the insurances that I purchased when I financed the vehicle. I don't see myself ever setting foot in your place of business again. My service work will go to another GMC dealer also; I will make sure that it's not owned by Gates. More
Other Employees Tagged: Nick Truax , Brian O'Keefe, Nick Truax, Erica Cooper, Joe Ortega, Ryan Lapeirre
May 14, 2011
i rate this dealership because i was going to get a truck so i was lookin around and a sales guy comes out i nicely introduce myself and he did to me we talked told him what i was lookin for i gave him a pic so i was lookin around and a sales guy comes out i nicely introduce myself and he did to me we talked told him what i was lookin for i gave him a picture of it and we looked for it but couldnt find it but then i saw something else i was intrested in so jeremy was nice of enough to show me the whole dealership cuz it was my first time there after that we took the car that i was intersted looked at from inside and out after took for a test drive after that i bought it so i deff recommend the dealership but mostly jeremy cuz he helped me out alot with the car and showed me everything i need to know about the car so i rate everything A+++++++ More
Other Employees Tagged: Denny Gates , Eric Gates, Jeremy and Erika