Bucky Bates
Bucky Bates at Paramount Kia of Asheville

Bucky Bates

Sales Consultant

Paramount Kia of Asheville

1000 Ridgefield Blvd
Asheville, NC 28806

5.0
319 Reviews
5.0

319 Reviews

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Dealership Experience

10 yrs, 10 mos

Industry Experience

10 yrs, 10 mos

Languages Spoken

English English

319 Reviews of Bucky Bates

May 13, 2025

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Started with Moses and Bucky took over when Moses was tied up the next day. Bucky is extremely knowledgeable with the sale process and helped move it along. Moses was great for the initial test driv More

by TimB
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Other Employees Tagged: Moses Elmore

May 14, 2025

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We work hard to make sure our guests have an exceptional experience. We will share your comments with our team, and we look forward to working with you again.

April 25, 2025

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Bucky was helpful and fast. Thank you for your assistance with helping us get our new car. More

by Brooks
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Apr 25, 2025

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you for taking the time to write this review and let us know how we are doing. Our customers are our top priority and your feedback is greatly appreciated! All of us at Paramount Kia of Asheville are glad to have you as a customer.

April 12, 2025

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Bucky was extremely helpful and very caring, I will definitely be coming back in the future More

by Carla
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Apr 12, 2025

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you so much for choosing Paramount Kia of Asheville! Please let us know if we can be of any more assistance.

April 08, 2025

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This is my second kia that I bought from Bucky he has been selling kia for 10 years. More

by 154pearl
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Apr 08, 2025

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thanks for sharing your thoughts about your experience with Paramount Kia of Asheville. We appreciate your business and hope to see you again soon!

April 02, 2025

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We had a great experience with Paramount KIA of Asheville. Bucky was kind, listened to our preferences and made the buying process smooth. More

by Samantha B
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Apr 03, 2025

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you for taking the time to write this review and let us know how we are doing. Our customers are our top priority and your feedback is greatly appreciated! All of us at Paramount Kia of Asheville are glad to have you as a customer.

April 02, 2025

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Bucky made the entire buying experience painless! Also very knowledgable. Made sure I knew everything about the vehicle before I purchased it. Highly recommend him. More

by Mpherre89
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Other Employees Tagged: Jordan Ogle, Jatin Patel

Apr 02, 2025

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you so much for your kind words, and for taking the time to leave us this wonderful feedback!

April 01, 2025

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Bucky was a pleasure to work with and extremely knowledgeable. We not only left with 1 new car but two new cars because of his great personality and knowledge of the vehicles. Takes his time to go More

by Ash
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Apr 01, 2025

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you for your business and this review. We're happy to hear our team was able to serve you and demonstrate our commitment to great service. If there is anything we can assist you with in the future, please let us know.

March 20, 2025

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I have now purchased 3 vehicles from Bucky Bates. He has been absolutely wonderful. I wanted a specific color and he searched until he found exactly what I wanted. I can only say how pleased I am wit More

by momm
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Other Employees Tagged: Josh Flowers

Mar 20, 2025

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

We are very happy to hear that Bucky provided you with such a positive experience! We sincerely value your business and look forward to your next visit.

March 15, 2025

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Bucky is a straight forward and honest sales representative. He doesn't sugar coat or push ya in any direction. Great experience! More

by zcallan12
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Mar 17, 2025

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We work hard to make sure our guests have an exceptional experience. We will share your comments with Bucky, and we look forward to working with you again.

March 13, 2025

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Great to work with as a salesman. Happy to work with him and will keep working with him on any other trades I have in the future. More

by tonyacraig26
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Mar 13, 2025

Paramount Kia of Asheville responded

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a five-star rating. Congratulations on your new purchase. We truly appreciate your business.

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