It had been at least 12 years since I had purchased a car when I had to accept the fact that it was time to replace my current vehicle. Looking for a newer used car, I got preapproval for a loan through my credit union, did my research and began visiting dealerships around the Tulsa area. I am a KXOJ listener but even though I would hear Nelson advertised and discussed on a daily basis, that is not the first place I visited. I believe God was showing me what the other guys are like before he led me to Nelson Nissan in BA.
I have to admit I was getting frustrated after a week of being ambushed as soon as I'd drive onto the lot, sharing with each salesman what I could afford and the type of vehicle I was looking for. I felt they had their focus only on their own interests in selling a car--any car--and not on their customers' needs. I was shown vehicles I could not afford and nothing like what I was looking for. I shared my discouragement with a friend who told me it was time to visit Nelson.
The experience was amazing!!! I wasn't sidelined in the parking lot as soon as I arrived but I was greeted by Sean Elliott. Before showing me any cars, he took me into his office and began interviewing me. That's right, Sean didn't just ask me questions about what I was looking for, he interviewed me. He took notes, being very thorough and detailed.
After Sean had an understanding of what I needed and wanted, he narrowed the search down to 2 vehicles on their lot that were in my price range. We test drove both vehicles. The test drives are not just around the block--these are TEST DRIVES so you can get a true feel of how the vehicle handles and operates. I never felt pressured to make a decision and Sean was totally patient with me. He understood that I don't purchase a new vehicle every couple of years...I was looking for something I could be happy with for many years. I did find my new car at Nelson Nissan.
As a final confirmation that I was where God had led me, when Sean called my credit union to get the financing info, he reached the rep who was handling my loan. You see, I work for a company that has offices across the USA and Canada with a credit union office in each building. When he called the toll free number, he could have reached anyone, anywhere in any of the offices. I know it may seem a small thing but I believe that for Sean to reach the branch in the Tulsa office and get the young lady processing my loan was a complete God thing.
The Nelson family has a forever customer in me. Because I feel I was treated with respect and honesty, I am now trusting their service department for all of my maintenance and will go to them for any repairs. I tell everyone I know who is searching for a car to check out Nelson and seek out Sean Elliott. They will make a believer out of you! read more