Anita Smith
Anita Smith at Jim Hudson Lexus

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Sales Consultant - Lexus Master Certified

Jim Hudson Lexus

328 Killian Rd
Columbia, SC 29203

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5.0
61 Reviews

Experienced Sales Professional that is always there for her clients before, during and many years after each sale. Married to Hugh Smith (Owner of CrossRoads Shopping Center and the US Contract Post Office there) and has 2 grown children (Tony & Nicole), a daughter-in-law (Christina) and a granddaughter. Anita enjoys spending time with family, cooking, kayaking on Lake Murray and the Saluda River, going to local events, and spending time boating on Lake Murray. She is a firm believer that Lexus is "THE" best brand on the planet, because it is year after year. The only vehicle Anita will drive is a Lexus. Come see why they are the very best automobiles and experience it for yourself! Call Anita at 803-467-0772 today!

Dealership Experience

14 yrs, 2 mos

Industry Experience

24 yrs, 4 mos

Specialties & Trainings

Lexus Master Certified

5.0

61 Reviews

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61 Reviews of Anita Smith

May 25, 2022

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Anita is great. We really enjoyed working with her. It was a great experience at Jim Hudson, Columbia. More

by carlawalker1
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Yes
May 25, 2022

Jim Hudson Lexus responded

Carla, we are happy to hear that Anita took such great care of you! Thank you for choosing Jim Hudson Lexus of Columbia and for stopping by to share your experience. Safe travels ahead!

December 21, 2021

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I just want to start by saying that this dealership destroyed every chance of me buying a vehicle from Jim Hudson ever again. Since March 2021 I've showed interest in buying a Lexus IS500 Launch Edit More

by Jorge Figueroa
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No
Dec 21, 2021

Jim Hudson Lexus responded

We are sorry this scenario has unfolded the way it has from your perspective. Unfortunately limited number special edition vehicles are sold for market value and we do not take deposits because we never know how many we will receive and we try to avoid taking a customers money and holding it when we do not even know if we can fill a request. Once vehicles are actually allocated to us and we have a vin # we then and only then offer them for sale. The sale price on these limited edition vehicles is based on market conditions and the customers with interest can determine if they have interest at market pricing. We are truly sorry for any confusion as we try to avoid these type of scenarios at all cost. This is one of the downsides to having limited edition vehicles where there is much more demand than product available. They are only making 500 total IS 500 launch edition vehicles for the nation and there are over 250 Lexus dealerships so the availability is extremely tight which drives the market value higher. Again sorry we could not perform your request and we are sorry that you are disappointed in us.

Jan 12, 2022

Jorge Figueroa responded

I do understand market and value but do not tell your customers that you will charge MSRP and then back down and decide to add an extra 15k just cause the market value. At the same I was told no deposit was going to be taken and then I have written proof that you took multiple deposits from other interested buyers. Mark up price was one of the things I was worried about when it comes to this car, and months ago your management told me that you will not be doing that and even less to a frequent buyer like myself. I was even given an example of a customer who bought an LC 500 at MSRP when they came out new. I wrote this review back in December 21, 2021 and I was told multiple times that management was going to contact me to make things right. Today is January 12, 2022 and still nothing. Like I said before, you guys simply don't care about your customers relations, even when they're frequent buyers. I'm currently on waiting list at Hendricks Lexus up in NC for any IS500 that comes up and they charge MSRP, plus they offer Military discount on top of that. The seller keeps me updated at least every week on allocations and even the General Manager contacted me and offered assistance, without ever buying a vehicle from them before.

October 01, 2021

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Great service, always a pleasure working with Samuel. Attention to detail, fast and thorough. My number one dealer. More

by Jorge Figueroa
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Other Employees Tagged: Sam Mercado

Oct 01, 2021

Jim Hudson Lexus responded

Jorge, thank you for the great review! We appreciate your business and are happy to hear that Samuel delivered such a successful experience. Drive safely, and we hope to see you back at Jim Hudson Lexus of Columbia!

June 18, 2021

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Anita Smith is a great sales representative. We very pleased with her fine service, attention to detail. Anita answered all our questions and there were many. We have had her in the past and when we wer More

by lucyks
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Other Employees Tagged: Chris Hunter

Jun 20, 2021

Jim Hudson Lexus responded

We are so happy to see your review! Nothing makes our day more than positive feedback about our great staff so we will certainly let Anita and Chris know they provided a seamless car-buying experience for you. Thanks for supporting Jim Hudson Lexus of Columbia. We hope you enjoy the new ride!

March 19, 2021

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This is my 3rd vehicle with Jim Hudson, and there's a reason why I always go back. Anita Smith was great, even though they didn't have the car I was looking for at the dealership, she made it happen. She More

by Jorge Figueroa
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Other Employees Tagged: Sam Mercado

Mar 19, 2021

Jim Hudson Lexus responded

Jorge - Thank you for the great review! We appreciate your business and are thrilled to hear that you had such a successful purchase experience working with Anita. Drive safely in your new vehicle, and congratulations! We hope to see you again at Jim Hudson Lexus of Columbia!

March 16, 2021

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Beautiful place. Treated with first class respect from Anita, Robert, Corbin, Kimberly, Sam and Reggie. Love your place since 2006. We love you. I would love polo shirts to show everyone we love Jim Hudso More

by My lexus
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Other Employees Tagged: Barry Frick, Sam Mercado , Robert, Corbin. Kimberly, Reggie

Mar 16, 2021

Jim Hudson Lexus responded

Thank you for this great feedback! We appreciate your business and are happy to hear that you had such a successful experience working with Anita, Robert, Corbin, and the team. Drive safely, and we are looking forward to seeing you back at Jim Hudson Lexus of Columbia next time!

Mar 16, 2021

My lexus responded

Got any Lexus polo shirts?

February 10, 2021

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Anita was fantastic to work with. We will definitely buy any future Lexus vehicles at this dealership. The dealership itself is impressive and the atmosphere is very professional yet relaxing. More

by Robinkenda
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Feb 10, 2021

Jim Hudson Lexus responded

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! It was our pleasure to assist you here at Jim Hudson Lexus of Columbia, and we will be sure to let Anita know that you appreciate her help. We are proud that we earned your business, and we look forward to your next visit!

January 30, 2021

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Comfortable and inviting waiting area; service reps are very professional, knowledgeable, personable. ALL of the service reps are outstanding. Have worked mostly with Eric Due and Danny Chupek - both outs More

by TLever
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Other Employees Tagged: Danny Chupek, Erik Due , Jasmine Foreman, Shannon Stratford

Feb 01, 2021

Jim Hudson Lexus responded

Thank you for taking the time to share! We are proud to have earned your business and happy to hear that you are so confident in Eric, Danny, Anita, and the team to get the job done. Drive safely, and we cannot wait to see you back at Jim Hudson Lexus of Columbia!

December 26, 2020

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Great service but a little pricey for the work that was done. Service writer was very nice and right on time. Waiting room was very nice. More

by Dkhwl1
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Other Employees Tagged: Danny Chupek

Dec 28, 2020

Jim Hudson Lexus responded

Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review and feedback. We do strive for competitive pricing here, and I will be sure to share this with my team. If there is anything more I can do to assist you, please don't hesitate to give me a call. Thank you, Julie Plyler - Customer Relations Manager - 803-754-9500

December 23, 2020

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As always our buying experience was exceptional. Anita was extremely easy to deal with and up front with everything. The young woman who went over our car was very thorough and took her time which was rea More

by cclinic
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Yes
Dec 23, 2020

Jim Hudson Lexus responded

We can't thank you enough for your repeated business! It is gratifying to hear that Anita made your purchase process so easy and thorough. Your business means a lot to our team here at Jim Hudson Lexus of Columbia and we congratulate you on your new car. Thank you and happy holidays!

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