Michael DeFreitas | Page 4
General Manager
Lockwood Kia
2400 South Service Rd West
Oakville, ON L6L 5M9
98 Reviews
Write a ReviewDealership Experience
9 yrs, 10 mos
Industry Experience
20 yrs, 10 mos
Specialties & Trainings
NADA Academy ( 2013 )
Northwood University ( 2005-2009)
AFIP ( 2008)
View more specialties & trainings98 Reviews of Michael DeFreitas
February 20, 2018
International Purchase I just completed a purchase of a 2018 Stinger at Lockwood Kia. I have owned more new vehicles than I can honestly recount. I have never had a smoother I just completed a purchase of a 2018 Stinger at Lockwood Kia. I have owned more new vehicles than I can honestly recount. I have never had a smoother purchase or worked with a finer group of people. I agreed to the purchase the vehicle sight unseen, as I live in the U.S. Based upon my many conversations with the dealership, I felt confident going to contract and making a deposit. Christian was our Sales Rep who took ownership of every step in the transaction under the guidance of Mike the Sales Manager. Both were consummate professionals.I flew to Canada to inspect the vehicle which I found to be in the condition it was represented. No defects, no flaws, no problems whatsoever. I wish they had a US Dealership so I could buy my next vehicle there. But the experience was so pleasant, I may just make another long distance purchase when I am ready for another vehicle. Great dealership, great staff, great service. You just can't find a better place to purchase a vehicle!!! More
Other Employees Tagged: Christian Kusiewicz
February 12, 2018
Best Dealership experience I've had for a new car! This review is long overdue and I should've done it months ago! The staff at Lockwood Kia are wonderful people. Every single one of them. We spent sev This review is long overdue and I should've done it months ago! The staff at Lockwood Kia are wonderful people. Every single one of them. We spent several evenings at Lockwood looking at cars and discussing options and they all kept our energetic toddler son busy so the parents can have an easy time. You don't see that everyday! Charles Divita is a very knowledgeable and over-all sweet guy to deal with. He was very patient with our multitude of questions and even waited after closing time so we were satisfied with our purchase. He knows the cars inside-out. Michael Holgiun took us through the financing/leasing part of the process and explained everything very clearly. But watch out, his high spirit and exuberance is contagious! Michael DeFreitas is the GM and an absolute delight to deal with. A real professional. We worked out the pricing of the new car and trade-in of our old car all on his computer. Very transparent in the numbers were working with, so at no point do you get any doubts or feel you're being taken for a ride. In most other dealerships, you never even get to see the GM in any part of the process. Thanks Mike! Lockwood Kia is a model dealership for customer service and delivery. I've been recommending them to our friends and family and if you're in the market for a Kia, you should definitely pay them a visit. It's worth it! More
Other Employees Tagged: Michael Holguin , Charles Divita
February 02, 2018
Michael the general manager was very helpful and honest. 5 e Great honest, straight forward experience. The product is second to none in the market along with excellent sales and customer support. They set the e Great honest, straight forward experience. The product is second to none in the market along with excellent sales and customer support. They set the example for the automotive industry. Matt More
Other Employees Tagged: Michael Holguin, Matthew Holguin
January 16, 2018
They end offering me something different for what I apply Matthew has a very good level of service but the dealer policy aren't cleared based on what you apply and what they end offer you for when you need it Matthew has a very good level of service but the dealer policy aren't cleared based on what you apply and what they end offer you for when you need it. I apply to a 7 year financing and they end offering me a 3 year lease. I don't apply with them for lease and they want to attach me with any type of loan different of what I apply even expecting to wait for them up to 90 days to find me a better financing options. Nobody with a car need will wait for that period. I loose the deposit and they loose me and relatives as a customers. I don't recommend this dealer. More
Other Employees Tagged: Matthew Holguin , SALEM AL-GHAREIB
December 15, 2017
Very pleasant experience from start to finish I visited the dealership first time to see what they have in terms of electric vehicles. Charles took care of me and my wife ... I found him very cust I visited the dealership first time to see what they have in terms of electric vehicles. Charles took care of me and my wife ... I found him very customer oriented and knowledgeable, down to technical details of the vehicles, which is a rare combination these days. It was very smooth transaction from a test drive to delivery of the new car. I hope I will be able to give Charles and Lockwood Kia first opportunity on my next car business. More
Other Employees Tagged: Michael Holguin , Charles Divita
November 20, 2017
Hands Down the Best Service in Ontario! I can't say enough about the people at Lockwood Kia. I've switched KIA dealerships a total of 4 times and finally and thankfully found this dealership I can't say enough about the people at Lockwood Kia. I've switched KIA dealerships a total of 4 times and finally and thankfully found this dealership. Friendly, experienced, funny, and just all around good people found at Lockwood. My Service Advisor Mr. Giulio Michetti,really takes the time to ensure that all of my car and my needs are met as a customer. The former Service Advisor Jake was also awesome but he has since moved over to the selling side--I'm so glad that I found them. I now live in Ottawa and still make the trip back to Oakville because I think their service is stellar and I want my car to be serviced by the best. Cheers and thanks GM Mike DeFreitas, Nicole at Reception, Giulio, Bill, John, Mat,Jacob and the rest of the team for having my back when it comes to my car. See you soon for an oil change! Jennifer More
Other Employees Tagged: Bill McKim , Jake Clark, John Kadet, Giulio Michetti, Mat Payne, Nicole Porritt
August 31, 2017
What an amazing experience from start to finish!! I would recommend this dealership to family and friends. Christian, Michael Holguin, Michael (the sales manager) and George all provided top notch ser I would recommend this dealership to family and friends. Christian, Michael Holguin, Michael (the sales manager) and George all provided top notch service. From the time we walked into the dealership until the day we picked up our vehicle, we felt so well taken care of. Everything was explained so well to us and there was no sales pressure. We got a beautiful vehicle for a great price. The second key fob was missing when we picked up our car but Christian delivered the key fob directly to our home the next day. Amazing!! More
Other Employees Tagged: Michael Holguin , Christian Kusiewicz, George
August 30, 2017
Great experience This dealership made my car buying experience amazing. It was a simple process. Thanks to Andrew Greco and Michael Holguin for all there help. Great f This dealership made my car buying experience amazing. It was a simple process. Thanks to Andrew Greco and Michael Holguin for all there help. Great facility, friendly faces and beautiful cars to chose from. More
Other Employees Tagged: Michael Holguin , Andrew Greco
August 12, 2017
Amazing! Dedicated employees with no pressure, yet lots of knowledge and desire to show everything about Kia and the Soul! All involved went over and above to Dedicated employees with no pressure, yet lots of knowledge and desire to show everything about Kia and the Soul! All involved went over and above to ensure I was happy in all regards! I had a fun (important to me) and pleasant experience with Adam and Michael H. More
Other Employees Tagged: Michael Holguin , Adam Wood
August 02, 2017
AMAZING! Everyone at Lockwood was more than willing to make sure we were taken care of. i believe I was asked if I needed water or coffee and that I was taken Everyone at Lockwood was more than willing to make sure we were taken care of. i believe I was asked if I needed water or coffee and that I was taken care of probably 5 times in the 5 minutes we were there with no one being pushy or making us feel uncomfortable at all. We were able to find the exact car we were looking for with no pressure or stress. We are very happy with our new vehicle and never write reviews on websites like these. I wanted to go out of my way to ensure that the service we had gets noticed and appreciated. Use Lockwood Kia, More
Other Employees Tagged: Michael Holguin