I walked in today for a test drive. The owner, Peter, was helpful and concise. I was able to inspect the vehicle at my leisure, and then he handed me the keys with some quick instruction. It was a great test drive and a great experience. The car isn't right for me, but Peter went above and beyond when I asked him what kind of vehicles I might be looking for with my specific parameters, and he gave me a whole list as well as a link to a possible solution. He never once suggested any of the specific cars on his lot in this exchange. Cool guy, gorgeous cars, great experience. read more

As a native New Yorker, I appreciate the no BS 'tude of Robert. He doesn't suffer fools gladly. But trust me, you do want to get your EV here. Do NOT go to Pierre Chevrolet or any other high-pressure places where they play fast and loose with CarFax, and will tell you whatever you want to here. At Paramount, they're not intense about the process. Buy it, don't buy it, it's up to you. But they know EVs and you'll get a fair, no haggle deal, and a much better experience. read more

Came in to potentially purchase a used Golf Alltrack they had and was pretty much dismissed as soon as I walked in. Guy never told me his name and when I asked to see the Alltrack he pointed at it and he just told us "keys are in it go take a look" then went back in to his office. After taking a minute to go over the car on my own I came back to ask about a potential trade-in and test drive, so we went out to evaluate my trade-in which came way under what Carmax/Carvana/TrueCar offered (and way under the values he was given when he researched the car on his computer, I don't think he knew I could see the screen) and I was told he doesn't do "informational test drives." What kind of dealership doesn't offer test drives of their vehicles? On top of that all the vehicles on their lot are sold as-is so there is no form of dealer warranty on any vehicles sold here. I would suggest anyone to look somewhere more reputable that offers warranties and test drives for their cars because apparently there is a serious lack of confidence here in the cars they are selling. read more

I've stopped in a few times while shopping for an EV, and each time I left conflicted. There is no warm welcome or customer-first service here: the two owners work the floor and (as other reviewers have mentioned) don't exactly go out of their way to help you. Because the cars are staggered inside a building, going for a test drive requires some maneuvering of the vehicles and they aren't jumping at the bit to get you in a car. In terms of vehicle quality, it's very hit or miss. Their pricing is pretty good, but they apparently take cars from auction and throw them right on the lot without any inspection or detailing. I drove one vehicle that looked great online but had a major alignment issue, mismatched tires, pretty bad scrapes, and a broken suspension link that caused a VERY loud banging noise on the road. I'm shocked the car was even on the floor, but the owner admitted he hadn't driven the vehicle. On the contrary, I looked at an absolutely pristine model the week prior that was a great value. So pay them a visit if there's a good car at the right price, but know you won't get the best customer experience (and make sure you inspect the vehicle carefully). read more

Thank you Robert for that smooth, pain free car buying experience! I always feel like dealerships just see $$$ when I arrive and try to extract every last cent from you through any means possible; there was no BS here. I went in prepared for psychological warfare but quickly discovered it was not necessary. read more

Been following these folks online for a number of years and have always been impressed with their listings and fair pricing. In 2018 I decided to take the plunge and purchased a 2015 I3 Bev from somewhere else. After actually visiting these guys, I regret that decision. The up-selling and time spent on the transaction from a large dealer are just not what I want when making a car purchase. I wish I had come here 1st... Fast forward to 2021 and time for an upgrade! Need a little more range and newer technology. So I gave these guys a try and it was seriously much smoother, less pressure, and better value overall. Was tempted by a Tesla ;) but ended up with a newer I3 with greater range, got to luv parking these things in crowded parking lots. See you in 3 years, Peter! And let's revisit a Tesla :) read more

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Went here about 6 months ago. Serious buyer for a 500e. Thought for sure I'd buy here because they have over 10 500es. They didn't have what I wanted so they took my info and told me they'd call when they got the color combo I wanted. Never called. Came back yesterday b/c found a similar combo I wanted. He wanted me to test drive a different 500e. I told him I wanted to drive the one I might buy, so he let me. The car had a major tire/ball bearing issue which I'm guessing is why he didn't want me to drive it. When I asked if he would fix this, he just smiled and said have a good day. I I went to Auto Quest immediately after and found a mint condition 500e which I purchased. I'm glad I shopped around. The Auto Quest experience was way more friendly and the cars were immaculate. read more

Wow, what a totally different car buying experience. Extremely efficient operation. Basically a small warehouse filled to the brim with cars, with more out back & ten (or so) out front. As of this writing: mostly EV's, some hybrids, & maybe four oddball gas cars. I found the specific 3 year old model that I was looking for that was advertised (on craigslist of all places). Decided to visit the next day on a weekday in the late morning. Easily found & looked the car over as this one was right out front. Walked into the building & was greeted by Robert who appeared to be the only person in the whole place. ...I'd like to take that one out for a drive, I said. OK i'll move out for you. Took a copy of my license, signed one permission form, and off I went (can't remember the last dealer who allowed a solo test drive) We chatted a bit afterwords. No pressure whatsoever. This particular car was not exactly what I wanted. Came back the next day, looking at a different car, but the same make & model that I had somehow overlooked the day before. This time was even easier. I took it on a fairly long test drive, solo again. This was the one! I did the NADA research on price beforehand. They don't negotiate on the price, but this one was spot on, so it did not matter. The paperwork couldn't have taken longer than 15 minutes. Wrote out a personal check. Drove my old car home. Used Uber to come back. The car was: charged up, fully washed, & ready to go. What more could I want? Hope this helps you out. read more

I would highly recommend Paramount Motors if you are in the market for a used EV. They have a great selection and seem to be discerning about what they bring into their showroom to sell. The indoor showroom is also immaculate, and packed with clean nice EV's that I felt good knowing had been consistently kept in a safe and controlled environment. It seems at first that it would be difficult to access one or two of them for a test drive, but if you are genuinely interested, they can quickly move other cars out to their large back lot or side lot and pull out the one(s) you want to check out. (And bonus...the room doesn't get stunk up by exhaust because every vehicle in there has zero emissions...love it!) Robert is very straightforward and low-pressure, and I found him very easy to work with. He seems very knowledgeable about EV's, and made the purchase process very smooth and easy. I got a 2017 Hyundai Ioniq at what I thought was a fair price and am very happy with it. At whatever point I'm ready to upgrade, I will definitely go back to them. read more

Robert at Paramount Motors was a delight to work with. I just purchased my first EV from him today and I am excited to put some miles on it. Thanks for the great service! read more

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I think we need to take a moment and appreciate that this is a car dealership filled to the fenders with used electric cars - WOW! That wasn't even a thing a few years ago. Plus, for the enviro's enviro buying used is a double whammy of goodness. Keeping something out of the landfill AND not using more resources to create something new. Plus, the variety - who knew there were so many different types of EVs and hybrids?? Well, I didn't until now. :-) My husband and I took a Fiat (super cute and fun!) and an electric VW Golf (did not know they had an electric car) for a test drive. The owner, Peter, was very knowledgeable and answered all of our newbie EV questions so that we could narrow our choices down a bit. The whole experience was very relaxing, plus, my husband who researches prices constantly online said the prices were spot on. There may be a used EV in my future. And, if there is we'll definitely be going back to Paramount Motors! read more

This was our second Purchase from Paramount. Four years ago we purchased a LEAF from Peter and were pleased with the transaction as well as the car. We've gotten so tired of the traditional games played at dealerships. It's nice to work with people who respect your time and want to earn your business. This go around, we purchased a used TESLA. The miles were a bit high, but the car was in pristine condition and we got a fair price for our trade in, so we decided to pull the trigger. Have been having a lot of fun ever since. Now if you love dogs, you're in for a bonus if you visit Paramount. Tucker, the owner's dog, is an absolute hoot. We had as much fun playing with him as we did the new car. read more

This was a unique car buying experience. The owners are knowledgeable and nice and there was zero pressure to buy anything. It was hard to buy a car without negotiating but I somehow I managed... and I'm very happy with my purchase. read more

I came in ready to buy and was kind of offended on how I was treated. I know they are in the biz of 'no pressure' sales. But, this is to the extreme! The guy on the lot was playing too cool for school, and was really not friendly at all. He spit on my trade, and offered no work around options. Perhaps these guys don't need my business, or at least I hope they don't. Because that was certainly how I was treated. read more

I was very surprised with how professional this dealer was. Typically, I have a preconceived notion about used car dealers, especially smaller operations that are in industrial neighborhoods. However, when I arrived to the dealer to look at a specific car there was ZERO pressure, in fact I did 100% of the talking. No one asked me "So, you ready to buy" or, "what can I do to get you in a car TODAY!?". I came in and was greeted, and all they said was "How can I help you". I told them what I wanted to look at, and they pointed to the car and stayed in the office out of my way. Then, when I asked for a test drive, they gave me the keys and let me drive it ALONE. Their prices are very fair, and they don't bullshit you at all. They're very straightforward and when I asked about the price they said, "this is what it is, and it's going to be firm". But the good things was the price was ALREADY at wholesale. I'm very pleased. read more

I was shopping for a used Nissan Leaf. I was delighted. They know about Leafs and electric cars in general. They will share battery information with you and go into great detail about how to compare Leaf levels and vintages. Something I especially liked: Their cars are clean and don't stink of nasty cleaners. They were straight shooters, it literally took me 10 minutes to purchase the car once I decided to buy. read more

I see many people have written a similar review, but I will echo: the perfect blend of helpful + low-pressure. I ended up not liking the car I was there to check out, but he was still really helpful in helping me figure out I probably need to wait a year or two for the technology to catch up to my commute. I really appreciated the honesty and forthrightness. He explained my options, but didn't try to sell me on anything. Nor did he try to convince me I was wrong for not liking the car I drove. I'd definitely try PMNW again. read more

Very nice clean location. The salesman was Peter he was a nice guy and approachable. I sat down with him and talked numbers. We couldn't make a deal but he was honest and upfront. I would definitely suggest checking them out if you need a car. read more

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I had done my research and had some classic 'used car dealership' experiences. I arrived at Paramount and met Robert. It was great to be treated in a professional and courteous manner. I was introduced to Tucker - then I was shown the appropriate inventory. I was offered the corrct trade in for my old vehicle and given clear and detailed quotes for the vehicles in which was interested. I returned the next day, completed an easy purchase on my new vehicle, including a great extended warranty. I am so happy that I visited. Robert and Tucker; thanks so much! read more

After a bad experience at another dealer Paramount really came through and helped me out of a bad situation. Thanks guys for the extreme customer service. Robert and Peter provide the best car buying experience one could ask for. Their inventory was spotless and I would have expected to pay more considering how snazzy the showroom is. The best part is no pushy sales or finance guys. 5 stars all the way guys. THANK YOU! read more

What I loved most about this place was how low pressure it was, how fairly the cars were priced, and the helpful nature of the folks who worked there. Peter greeted me and allowed me to browse the lot without hovering which was great. I really liked that you can pull up the carfax reports from the website...most of what I saw were low mileage, one owner lease returns. I was interested in a Subaru that ended up being way in the back of the lot but four cars were moved just so I could take it for a spin. I loved it!! We agreed on price and the paperwork took what only felt like 30 minutes and had no surprises. Could not recommend these guys more! read more

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We knew we were going to buy one car, but by the end of our fifth test drive, we went home with two awesome vehicles! Thank you Peter and Tucker for delivering what "used car buying" should be. My wife and I had a horrible (5+ hour) experience when we bought our last used car from a traditional dealership, so Paramount was a welcome relief. We bought a 2013 Leaf and a 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid, great deals on both. Peter was welcoming and was never aggressive or pushy, even after we test drove 3 cars on day 1 and still couldn't decide. We told him we needed more time and would be back the next day. He probably thought we would never come back, but we did and are extremely happy with our choices. If you are in the market for a quality used car and are tired of searching craigslist/autotrader/carmax for a good deal to come by, give Paramount a chance, you will not be disappointed! read more

I had test drove some EVs and almost purchased at a big dealer. Glad I came across the exact Leaf I was looking for at Paramount. Peter was great. He answered all my questions and I was in and out with my new car in an hour without any haggling, hidden fees or pressure to buy extended warranties. He even ran diagnostics to show me the battery capacity, which was higher than expected. This should be your first stop if you're in the market for an electric vehicle. read more

Bought my first car from this dealership. I went there based on the high quality inventory, good pricing, and excellent yelp reviews, and was not disappointed. This is a laid back experience, with no pressure and no haggling. If any thing you have to ask for attention, which is something that I much prefer. I was told the car was in excellent condition, and following the purchase took it to a mechanic to check out. It was in fantastic condition. Highly recommend getting your car from Paramount. read more

Seriously the best and easiest car buying experience I've ever experienced. As other people have said, nobody hovers over you as you're browsing. Ask for help and they'll help, but otherwise they'll leave you alone as you browse, and taking a solo test drive was real nice. Prices are extremely competitive, so there's no need to haggle. I was out the door with my Nissan Leaf in a little over 1.5 hours of getting there...SO easy compared to the all-day car buying experiences I've been through. They really are a one-stop shop for electric/hybrids, so if you're in the market for one there's no better place. They've developed a real expertise and can answer more EV/hybrid related questions than most other dealerships. Super highly recommend this place. Thanks! read more

So you want to buy an electric car? Used? Well, this is the place to check out all of your choices. Take your time sitting in each one in this comfy indoor showroom. There are no hard sales tactics. In fact, it is sometimes hard to ask a lot of questions when you visit due to the popularity of this place on weekends. But Robert and Peter were very patient with us. They answered questions in person, on the phone and by email. They let us drive several cars. There was a really great range of cars, all of which were immaculately clean. We left happy! read more

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2 stars for the big selection of EV cars they have. I will give them that. However they also have a terrible take it or leave it attiutde. I walked in there and the owner Robert was so rude. He was acting like I wasnt even there. I took a quick test drive and decided to pull the trigger. Even after I said I would take the car he still had this kind of F.U. attitude. I am glad my bank was closed for the evening and I couldnt complete the deal. I said I would return the next day but decided not to because of poor attitude. He acts as if he is selling a commodity you cannot buy elsewhere. I should thank him because of his poor attitude. I kept shopping and found a much better deal. I ended up buying the same exact model, year, same mileage and color for $2000 less then what Paramount wanted. If you have the time just goto Paramount to test drive and see what car you like. Then go find it somewhere else that will appreciate your business and save some money while your at it. I ended up getting my car from Platt Auto Group in Oregon a short drive away. They both have no haggle pricing just Platt's prices are always 1-2 thousand dollars cheaper. I would have been fine paying a little more for the car because Paramount is closer, but screw that. Robert can keep his cars and his poor attiutde. Maybe someday after he reads this review he will think twice about his cavalier attitude. Probably not..... read more

Easiest dealer experience ever. They were honest with their inventory, and have a great selection. I was able to get everything done w/ a few emails and picked up the car in less than an hour. Great location and easy to browse, everything is in one place, indoors, and not scattered and confused across a giant lot. They very much live up to their name. Thanks! read more

Peter knew the car and its specs well. Very straightforward on price and no pressure. Plenty of time to go through the car and test everything out as well as the test drive. Great experience I will be recommending to others. read more

The best used car dealership in Seattle, period! These guys are friendly and use no pressure sales. I am on my third car from them and each buying experience has been awesome. read more

I suppose there are always the good and the bad. Worst experience ever! I realize that they deal mostly in higher end vehicles and it only cost me a total of 4500.00. But as far as I'm concerned this buisness did not stand behind there product. I was aware that there was no warranty, however when a rod was thrown 4 weeks after I purchased it and all they could do was offer to hook me up with their vendors at an additional cost of between $2500 and $3000. After I wrote the AG for assistance, I emailed Paramount asking for a precise quote on a replacement engine and their email reply was, "Due to your complaint with the Attorney General's office, we will no longer have direct contact with you." Thanks Paramount!! read more

No pressure tactics. Salesman was familiar with cars on his lot and helped me figure out what type of car would fit well with my lifestyle. The car he sold me just had oil change and service check. my mechanic said car was in great condition. It seems to me that paramount did a good job of checking over this car before selling. I would recommend this Dealer to others read more

I would highly recommend this place to people looking to buy a car! Pete was so helpful and was honest and upfront the entire time, which is unheard of for a car salesman. We bought a car from here and the process was smooth, painless and quick! We'll be back the next time we're in the market for a car. read more

Just purchased a vehicle here. I have never had such a pleasant experience buying a car as I did here. If you are tired of feeling as though you have been slimed, screwed, and taken advantage of by car salesmen, this is the place to go. read more

I was just as surprised as everyone else who wrote reviews, because this is such an unsuspecting locale for a car dealership, but I have to say that this was an extremely pleasant car-buying experience. I knew exactly what I was looking for, and what I found here came in between $5-7K less than I was able to find anywhere else. Peter was great; no hassles, pressure, strong-arm tactics - nothing! The inventory that I saw seemed to be on the higher end of the spectrum, but the prices all appeared to be well within reason, so I'd highly recommend Paramount Motors NW to anyone! read more

We walked in with a general sense of what we wanted, and co-owner Peter was a charming, mellow, informed guy who, despite being slammed with customers, took superb care of us. Everything was easy! Highly recommend. read more

We arrived on a Friday afternoon and Peter answered questions and let us test drive several cars. We decided on a Fiat 500e. All of Paramount's cars are in great shape. Peter made sure that the few paint chips and dings were repaired, and also replaced the worn front tires. Although a few years old, the car is almost exactly as it was when it was brand new!! We've had it about a month now and the battery is in great shape. Paramount Motors has great service and great cars. I highly recommend them for electric cars! read more

Came in to look at specific vehicle I had been shopping around for. Fair price for a low milage beautiful condition car. No pressure or games buying experience was a relief compared to other lots I had been to. If they have the type of car you are looking for in their inventory it is worth checking them out. All the cars on the lot looked to be in excellent condition. Love my like new used Volkswagon Eos. read more

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I purchased a LEAF in July and I forgot to write a review. Peter (and Tucker) made buying a car a breeze. I got a high quality car for much less than I could have got from a Nissan dealer. No BS -- list price was way better than I had found anywhere. My best car buying experience ever. The 2011 is in AMAZING condition I have not had any issues with it since the day I have purchased it. I have referred my friends to Paramount Motors because of the amazing quality of their inventory. read more

This is an amazing resource. Peter is so helpful and knows the electric car industry hands down! We had a lot of questions which he answered clearly and plainly. He gives a honest opinion and we never felt pressured in any way. Of course, we bought the cutest car on the lot IMHO. He even accommodated our personal circumstances as we delayed picking up the car after we bought it. He was very gracious and that level of customer service in the car selling business is unique. I recommend this business without hesitation. read more