I started my career in the auto industry in 2001. I spent the first 6 years as a Product Advisor and since 2007 I have been in a management roll. Cars have always been a passion of mine and having worked in sales previously in the food industry my passion for dealing with customers also grew. I found that merging the two together was a perfect mix. Working here at Gorrud’s for the past 8 years has been a great learning experience and I find myself constantly growing as a professional in this industry. Hobbies include, cooking, listening to music and when I have time physical activities.
Read moreDealership Experience
14 yrs, 10 mos
Industry Experience
22 yrs, 6 mos
Languages Spoken
English
Portuguese
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188 Reviews
Write a Review188 Reviews of Danny De Melo
December 19, 2016
Great experience, great car, great service This is the second car that I have purchased from this dealership and I will be back again for my next car. The staff are great at finding out your n This is the second car that I have purchased from this dealership and I will be back again for my next car. The staff are great at finding out your needs, and finding the ideal car to fit those needs. Very helpful, very professional, and all with no pressure - great experience! More
Other Employees Tagged: Mary Feenan, Eric Hopkins, Ilir Shoshi, Mallory Stewart, Brian Zepf
November 29, 2016
freindly staff who take good care of their clients :) I bought another vehicle from Gorrud's & finalized everything this evening, & picked up my new car. Karen is always so very helpful when I would go in I bought another vehicle from Gorrud's & finalized everything this evening, & picked up my new car. Karen is always so very helpful when I would go into get my vehicle serviced & was a big help in the purchasing of this new vehicle (& also having me talk to the right people along the way). Danny- Sales Manager, assisted me when I was feeling pretty upset about my situation & listened to my frustrations (being very empathetic the whole time we spoke). After speaking with Danny, who was very knowledgeable, I felt so much better than I had in the beginning of said call. Danny went over a few options with me & I decided to go in the next day after looking online at a few different options. Danny was there to speak with me & than had Julius there lending a helping hand as well. Julius & I took the car I had looked at & liked for a test drive. I decided I would get that vehicle. Even though the vehicle was at one of their other locations, Julius took the time to check in with me & also personally came over to that location this evening (well after what I know was his scheduled work time) to come and hand me the keys to my new car. I have had friends & family buy their vehicles from Gorrud's and I know they as well as myself would recommend anyone to get their future vehicles there. The staff are very friendly, professional & make sure their clients are happy & satisfied with their new car when leaving there. Julius also told me if I have any issues at all in the future to give him a call & he would be happy to help... but until my first scheduled oil change I don't plan on seeing you all till then. lol :) Thanks for everything, Kristi More
Other Employees Tagged: Karen Kerby , Julius Kporwodu
November 21, 2016
Always a pleasure doing business with Gorrud's I recently purchased my second vehicle (Chrysler 200 LX) from Gorrud's Auto Group. All of the employees there are friendly and easy to work with. I recently purchased my second vehicle (Chrysler 200 LX) from Gorrud's Auto Group. All of the employees there are friendly and easy to work with. Eric Hopkins (sales) is very knowledgeable and professional. The Auto Rewards Program is great and has many benefits that I have used, such as discounts at restaurants and stores, or points for vehicle purchase referrals. I have recommended this dealership to many of my family members and friends who have also purchased their vehicles through Gorrud's. More
Other Employees Tagged: Eric Hopkins, Kevin Ryan
November 02, 2016
Excellent, from beginning to end! My experience was awesome. I was treated with respect; was not pressured; and had a team of great people looking after me. Ron Marlow. Danny DeMelo My experience was awesome. I was treated with respect; was not pressured; and had a team of great people looking after me. Ron Marlow. Danny DeMelo. Kevin Ryan. From finding me a car I absolutely love, right down to assisting me with financing. They were wonderful! I would, and have recommended Gorruds to ANYONE needing a vehicle!! More
Other Employees Tagged: Ron Marlow, Kevin Ryan
October 29, 2016
Amazing all around experience. We have purchased a car there years ago and were now looking for a newer, more reliable vehicle. We hooked up with Ron Marlow. He was very helpful and We have purchased a car there years ago and were now looking for a newer, more reliable vehicle. We hooked up with Ron Marlow. He was very helpful and knowledgeable. We had our eye on a nice lower priced Corolla. During test driving, we noticed some issues, noticeably a persistent vibration at highway speeds. We did purchase the vehicle, as they balanced all tires, serviced and ground the front rotors, and did their full inspection. On driving it home, we noticed that the vibration was still there. We came back the next day, and service re-balanced all wheels. As this was my wife's car I was concerned that the vibration would only get worse. After driving for 1 more week, things got worse. The front window was so badly micro pitted, that when driving into direct sunlight, the windshield had so much glare that you could barely see through the window. I had to come to a complete stop after turning into our roadway. We then decided to take them up on the 30 day, 2500 km exchange program. There was no hesitation in doing that for us, and no further questions asked. Problem was that we wanted a standard, and none were currently available in our price range. Fortunately, at around 21 days, a few came available. We then purchased a year older Honda Civic, which was fully loaded, and in mint condition, with no vibration, and a clear windshield. They even allowed us to keep the Corolla a few days over the 30 days while they got the Honda ready. Thanks to all at Gorrud's, especially Ron Marlow, and Ilir Shoshi, who helped us get into the Honda while Ron was on vacation. More
Other Employees Tagged: Karen Kerby , Mary Feenan, Ron Marlow, Kevin Ryan, Ilir Shoshi
October 27, 2016
Easy experience, super happy with my new car. After a bad experience at another car dealership I was referred to Gorruds Auto. From start to finish Gorruds was quik, easy, no pressure and my sales After a bad experience at another car dealership I was referred to Gorruds Auto. From start to finish Gorruds was quik, easy, no pressure and my salesman was genuinely sincere about getting me into a car in my budget and that i loved. 2 thumbs up for my advisor Julius, and for Gorruds. More
Other Employees Tagged: Mary Feenan, Julius Kporwodu
October 27, 2016
Best car dealership. Period. Recently my family just purchased our 5th vehicle from Gorrud's. Unlike other used car dealers, Gorrud's is staffed by people who are customer driven. Recently my family just purchased our 5th vehicle from Gorrud's. Unlike other used car dealers, Gorrud's is staffed by people who are customer driven. They have vehicles to fit every need, at fair prices and with an excellent warranty. Their finance people work with you to get you the lowest rate possible. They offer warranties and other add-ons just like other dealers but never push them on you. The trade in values they offer are excellent. They make buying a vehicle hassle free and comfortable. Thanks to Danny, Ziggy and Mary for the assistance. Doug R More
Other Employees Tagged: Ziggy Babula , Mary Feenan
October 19, 2016
Friendly and helpful I was a little sceptical before I went into the dealership for the first time. I was pleasantly surprised with the sales representative. He was quick I was a little sceptical before I went into the dealership for the first time. I was pleasantly surprised with the sales representative. He was quick to answer my questions and helpful. I can back with my family the following day. He was busy but still found time to help us with our requests and went above and beyond what I expected. We looked at over a dozen cars and several cars for a second time. There was no pressure to buy and they gave us time to think about our decision. We came back then next business day to finalise the sale and take home the car. I would recommend the dealership and highly recommend Ziggy the sale rep who helped us. More
Other Employees Tagged: Ziggy Babula
October 18, 2016
Excellent Customer Service! As a first time car owner, the process of car hunting was very overwhelming. As I looked around, I came across Gurrod's Auto Group. The prices looked As a first time car owner, the process of car hunting was very overwhelming. As I looked around, I came across Gurrod's Auto Group. The prices looked amazing, and were around my budget. So I thought I'd make a trip out one Sunday just to test drive a few cars. I've heard them before from a friend and my boyfriend who bought a used Chrysler 300 when he moved to Milton a few years ago. The second I walked into Gurrod's, the customer service I received was amazing. I was introduced to Mike Jurj who would be assisting me. He instantly made the process way more enjoyable and my stress levels went completely down. He made me feel comfortable and there was NO rush to try and sell a car the minute I sat down. He was very accommodating, down to earth, friendly, knowledgable, and has a great sense of humor. He went over and above and answered ANY of my questions honestly. The office is very clean, and the location is very convenient with a variety of cars. The Rewards Program is awesome! I would definitely recommend Gurrod's Auto to friends & family. Hope to do business with Mike again in the near future. He is the best!!! More
Other Employees Tagged: Mary Feenan, Mike Jurj, Susan Wickens, Steve Woods
October 16, 2016
Impressive! Found Gorruds to be a very helpful dealership. The personnel seemed to focus more on helping us get a solution, i.e the type of vehicle we would be ha Found Gorruds to be a very helpful dealership. The personnel seemed to focus more on helping us get a solution, i.e the type of vehicle we would be happy and comfortable with within our budget, as opposed to trying to make a sale by all means. In this connection Mike Jurj spent a great deal of time with us. So did Danny De Melo. Mary Feenan was of course to the point, as one would expect and highly professional too. Coming from out of town, the fact that they are open on Sunday made it easier for coming to view and test drive vehicles. I would certainly recommend Gorruds and do business with them again! More
Other Employees Tagged: Mary Feenan, Mike Jurj