Dave Bare
Dave Bare at Harris Kia
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Dealer Principal

Harris Kia

2575 Bowen Road
Nanaimo, BC V9T 3L4

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My name is Dave Bare and I am the Dealer Principal here at Harris Kia. I am proud of our dealership and the Kia brand but more than anything I am proud of the hard working, honest and passionate people that are our employees. We work hard every day to ensure a terrific experience whether you visit us in our sales department or our service center and that means in person, on the telephone or on-line. Contact me at Dave.Bare@harrisauto.ca Follow me on Twitter @dpbare

Dealership Experience

19 yrs, 10 mos

Industry Experience

43 yrs, 3 mos

Specialties & Trainings

Head Coach and Mentor to an outstanding group of people.

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92 Reviews of Dave Bare

December 09, 2020

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THANK YOU DAVE AT KIA HARRIS NANAIMO. I AM REALLY GRATEFUL FOR EVERYTHING AND ENJOYED MY EXPERIENCE More

by Leahmariekennedy
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Dec 09, 2020

Harris Kia responded

Hi Leah, Thank you for the message. I wanted to say first of all that I am sorry for the drama that your vehicle has given you. As you and I had spoken several times since this problem happened, I wanted to again state that we did everything that we could have done to try to find a solution with Kia Canada for this issue. The manufacturer will often try to help but if the if the service intervals are performed to far apart and with the car being this far over the warranty period, they just will not extend the warranty further. Respectfully, Dave Bare General Manager

Oct 21, 2021

Harris Kia responded

Good afternoon Leah, I wanted to update this file with the great news that we were able to help find a solution to this problem. Thank you for the message the other day letting me know that the vehicle is now working properly and that you are satisfied with the end result. Thank you for working with me and I wish you and your family all the best. Respectfully, Dave Bare Dealer Principal

Oct 21, 2021

Leahmariekennedy responded

Thank you Dave and Kia Canada for everything you did to get my car back on the road. I am super grateful!!!!

December 20, 2019

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Marcelo, A true pleasure to deal with! Thank you my friend! It was a true pleasure to deal with you today Thanks for your help with our recent acquisition !! You, Alison & Mike definitely More

by Secret Santa 2019
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Other Employees Tagged: Kolbi McLean , Alison Bates, Jason Carter, Mike House, Matt McIntosh, Marcelo Suvillaga

Mar 29, 2020

Harris Kia responded

Hi Secret Santo 2019, Thank you for the message and for your business. It was fun working with you on this awesome Christmas present and I suspect that all of your neighbours will be hoping that you visit their house next year! Best regards, Dave Bare General Manager

August 01, 2019

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Knowledgeable helpful sales! We are one week into our Kia Soul EV ownership and just loving the car. We wanted to thank you and your team for the excellent service we were pr More

by KennedyFamily
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Other Employees Tagged: Marcelo Suvillaga

Aug 01, 2019

Harris Kia responded

Hi Andrea, Thank you so much for the kind words and for your business. It was our pleasure to serve you and we look forward to serving you again in the future. Welcome to the Harris Kia family! Warm regards, Dave Bare General Manager

March 01, 2019

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Great people, friendly, knwledgeable service! We had wonderful experience working with Harris KIA. There were no surprises or hidden costs. Everything was delivered as promised, the staff were fr More

by 2019SoulEV
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Other Employees Tagged: Nick Symons

Mar 01, 2019

Harris Kia responded

Hi Ron & Donna, It was our pleasure looking after your new vehicle purchase and it will make a great addition to all of the electric cars there on Salt Spring Island. Welcome to the Harris Kia family! Warm regards, Dave Bare General Manager

January 23, 2019

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Fantastic.. personal / prompt / professional.. Dave is incredible .. knowledgeable & kind .. could not ask for better service .. the quote I was given was the same as my bill .. no surprises .. Ca More

by Kludadh246
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Other Employees Tagged: Not sure of their names .. but the whole team is amazing

Jan 23, 2019

Harris Kia responded

Hi Carla, Thank you so much for the kind words. It was our pleasure to serve you and we look forward to doing so for many years to come. Thank you once again for your business and welcome to the Harris Kia family! Warm regards, Dave Bare General Manager

November 05, 2018

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Wonderful service Six weeks after I purchased a used Kia Ronda from the Harris dealership the power steering momentarily failed. I live in Courtenay so the best I could More

by Svedala
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Nov 06, 2018

Harris Kia responded

Hi Svedala, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience here in our dealership. We truly do appreciate your business and I wish you many happy miles of motoring in your Rondo! Best regards, Dave Bare General Manager

May 03, 2018

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Harris KIA supports Haven Society Huge thanks to Dave and the staff at Harris KIA for supporting Haven Society at the recent Bridge for Haven event hosted by the Cedar Heritage Bridge More

by Haven Society
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May 05, 2018

Harris Kia responded

Hi Haven Society, Thank you for the kind words and for the incredible work that you do everyday! Best regards, Dave Bare General Manager

May 02, 2018

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Do I like KIAs? xxxx yeah! When we went looking for a new car in 2010 we tried several dealers and decided that the KIA Rondo was the best vehicle for a number of reasons the ma More

by 3rdrondo
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Other Employees Tagged: Kolbi McLean , Ryan Biggs, Jan Cox, Nick Symons

May 05, 2018

Harris Kia responded

Hi 3rdrondo, Thank you for taking the time to review our dealership. It is always good to see you and we were thrilled to be able to serve you again. Thanks for your continued loyalty! Best regards, Dave Bare General Manager

April 05, 2018

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A great place, with great no pressure, to purchase a vehicle We have had the pleasure of visiting Dave and the team at Harris KIA once again. In December it was for snow tires, this time a new 2018 Sportage EX T More

by Davedwr
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Other Employees Tagged: Doug Krem , Jan Cox, Jag Mahil

May 05, 2018

Harris Kia responded

Hi David, Thank you so much for sharing your experience here in our dealership. It was a pleasure to serve you and look forward to seeing you again soon. Welcome to the Harris Kia family! Best wishes, Dave Bare General Manager

December 19, 2017

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Great customer servicr Here in Nanaimo from langley on a family emergency, was not prepared for the snow. Dave and the Harris team were able to get me in and set us up with More

by Davedwr
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Other Employees Tagged: Kolbi McLean , Mike House

Dec 28, 2017

Harris Kia responded

Hi Dave, Thank you for taking the time to review our dealership and I am glad to know that we were able to help you with your winter tire purchase while you were visiting Vancouver Island. Please stop by for coffee next time you are in town! Best wishes, Dave Bare General Manager

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