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Paramount Kia of Hickory

(3,513 reviews)
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Sales hours: 8:30am to 7:00pm
Service hours: 7:30am to 6:00pm
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Monday 8:30am–7:00pm 7:30am–6:00pm
Tuesday 8:30am–7:00pm 7:30am–6:00pm
Wednesday 8:30am–7:00pm 7:30am–6:00pm
Thursday 8:30am–7:00pm 7:30am–6:00pm
Friday 8:30am–7:00pm 7:30am–6:00pm
Saturday 8:30am–6:00pm 8:00am–4:00pm
Sunday Closed Closed
2025 national dealer award
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2025 national dealer award 2025 state dealer award
2025 consumer dealer award 2024 consumer dealer award 2023 consumer dealer award 2022 consumer dealer award 2021 consumer dealer award 2020 consumer dealer award 2019 consumer dealer award 2018 consumer dealer award 2017 consumer dealer award 2016 consumer dealer award 2015 consumer dealer award
New (866) 722-6585 (866) 722-6585
Used (866) 722-7725 (866) 722-7725
Service (866) 736-4454 (866) 736-4454

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(3,513 reviews)

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Horrible experience

Just to let everyone know beware of Paramount Kia in Hickory. They have refused to come and pick my car up when it has a recall. I took my car to them and had an appointment then they tell me they don't have the part for the recall after an hour. So I told them they would have to pick my car up they said they would. So today they didn't show up to get my car and said they wouldn't because I told them how I had been treated was horrible and that I would call channel 9.. I have always had a bad experience with them. Please share this cause everyone needs to know to stay clear of them. I was cursed by a salesman in 2013 when my car was there for another recall. I did speak my mind Friday because they say one thing and do another. I should have took action before is exactly what I told them. So basically if your ok with being mistreated this is the place to go. It is hard to put everything in detail but I wanted to warn everyone of paramount kia.. Once you mention channel 9 or getting advice from an attorney of your rights then they will still service your car but will not pick it up so basically they want me to miss more work due to them not having the part when an appointment had been made. The service department just told me they had no control over parts???? Aaron also refused to give me his last name or let me speak to a manager. They also don't want to be put on speaker phone or have the phone call listened to by someone else. David seemed to want to help until I brought up channel 9 or taking action. About my treatment then he was told by upper management not to pick my car up... So I guess my time doesn't matter

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  • Customer service 1.0
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  • Overall experience 1.0
  • Does not recommend this dealer
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My new Sorrento

Dustin estes was a pleasure to buy from he helped me now buy my 3rd vehicle from your dealership. I am very pleased with the Sorrento I purchased today and I will return to get another Kia from you in the future.

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  • Customer service 5.0
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  • Quality of repair 5.0
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  • Overall experience 5.0
  • Does recommend this dealer
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Dealer response

Todd, thank you for taking the time to leave us this feedback. Your review gives us the opportunity to learn if we are delivering great customer service and I am glad that this was the case with you! Please let us know if we can help you with anything else, thanks! Best, Dave Estes | destes@paramountauto.com

Customer-friendly dealership

Sales representative David Hoover was personable and knowledgeable and worked to accommodate me as a buyer. He helped make the stressful job of trading and buying much easier. My experience with this dealership has been good so far.

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  • Customer service 5.0
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  • Quality of repair 5.0
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  • Overall experience 4.0
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Dealer response

Thank you and congratulations on your purchase! We are so pleased that we could make your visit easy and hassle free, and we believe that's how every car buying experience should be. Best, Dave Estes | destes@paramountauto.com

Love my Kia Soul

Quick, reliable, and friendly service. Helped me find exactly what I was looking for! I would recommend! I love my Kia Soul! Go and see tim at Paramount Kia!

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  • Customer service 5.0
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  • Quality of repair 5.0
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  • Overall experience 5.0
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Dealer response

Hello Sera and thank you for the kind words! We couldn't be happier that you enjoyed your experience here at our dealership and that our team was there to provide you with such exceptional service! Thank you again and congratulations on your new car. Best, Dave Estes | destes@paramountauto.com

Awesome service & so very helpful!

Awesome service & so very helpful! Dustin was a pleasure to deal with & I would recommend him to anyone needing a new or used car ! So thankful for all his help & guidance.

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  • Customer service 5.0
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  • Quality of repair 5.0
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  • Overall experience 5.0
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Dealer response

Thank you for your business and this review. I am happy to hear our team was able to serve you and demonstrate how we do business here. If there is anything we can assist you with in the future, please let us know. Best, Dave Estes | destes@paramountauto.com

Horrible service

Worst place to purchase a car. Had nothing but trouble and minimal help. I warn everyone NOT to buy from them it has been a constant trouble. Will never buy anything from them again.

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  • Customer service 1.0
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  • Quality of repair 1.0
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  • Overall experience 1.0
  • Does not recommend this dealer
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  • Did make a purchase
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Dealer response

Thank you for taking the time to write us a review, Melody. Learning from every experience helps us provide you the very best in service. I would like the opportunity to talk to you more about the events that transpired. Please contact me directly so we can work on this together. Best, Dave Estes | destes@paramountauto.com

Great to deal with

Nick Thomas was our salesman and spent a lot of time working with my husband and myself to find the right vehicle and price. He explained the vehicle's features to us, took us for a test drive and made sure we were happy with every aspect of the purchase. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking to buy a vehicle.

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  • Customer service 5.0
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  • Quality of repair 5.0
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  • Overall experience 5.0
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Dealer response

Thank you for writing this fantastic review! It is of utmost importance that our guests leave our dealership confident they made the right decision. I'm happy to hear about your positive experience with us. Best, Dave Estes | destes@paramountauto.com

MY FIRST TIME PURCHASING A VEHICLE

Carlton provided excellent customer service throughout the entire buying process. He helped me find that "perfect" car for me. I would recommend Carlton and Paramount to others searching for a new vehicle!

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  • Customer service 5.0
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  • Quality of repair 5.0
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  • Overall experience 5.0
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Dealer response

Thanks for the wonderful review of your recent visit at our dealership. We strive for 100% customer satisfaction on each and every purchase and we hope you enjoy your new vehicle for a long time to come. It was truly a pleasure working with you. Best, Dave Estes | destes@paramountauto.com

2017 Kia Forte

I am appreciate how nice and how I was help to get my new car so fast & easy ! I needed a new car since mine had broken . The services is great a 5 star here also am thankful for working with me in a good payment for my new car I’m so glad I didn’t wait forever in getting into my new car thank you guys so much for all you did for me & my husband .

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  • Customer service 5.0
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  • Quality of repair 5.0
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  • Overall experience 5.0
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Dealer response

We’re delighted to hear of your positive experience at our dealership. We always strive to provide the utmost in customer service and quality, and it makes us happy to know that you feel you experienced these values first hand. We hope you continue to choose us for all of your future automotive needs, and we hope to see you again soon. Until next time, have a great day! Best, Dave Estes | destes@paramountauto.com

New Sportage

Couldn't ask for a better salesman Dustin Estes and a better company to work with. This is the 2nd new Kia I've purchased from Dustin Estes. He has done a great job and I recommend him to anyone needing a new Kia.

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  • Customer service 5.0
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  • Quality of repair 5.0
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  • Overall experience 5.0
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Dealer response

Thank you so much for the nice review! We really appreciate this feedback and I'll be certain to share your compliments with Dustin and the rest of the staff. We pride ourselves on offering high-quality customer service, and I'm glad we were able to take care of you. It was our pleasure! Best, Dave Estes | destes@paramountauto.com