About Us

At DePaula Chevrolet, we do things differently from other dealerships because we truly care about the experience you have when shopping with us. Our community is important to us, and we pride ourselves on being the ones you call when you have any automotive need. Our total transparency, straightforward process, and hassle-free atmosphere are built around what you need from your local dealership.

The bottom line is we stand out because we will do what it takes to make your experience with us easy and enjoyable, so you know you can come to us whether you need to sell your car, buy your next one, or schedule a service appointment.

Rooted in Community, Driven by Family Values

Since our doors opened in 1980, our dedication to our community has been one of the most important tenets of how we do business, which is why we're committed to sponsoring local events and organizations. We wouldn't be here without our friends and neighbors, so giving back is the least we can do. Apart from local baseball games and charities, we're also committed to supporting and caring for people on a broader scale.

One of our favorite things to do is rally together with our community for a good cause. This is why we've been a proud supporter of the American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer program for many years. We are always looking for more ways to take care of the people in our community because they have taken such good care of us.

Our Promise to You

Our goal isn't simply to help you find the perfect car; we want to exceed your expectations as we partner with you every mile ahead. We've built our business around the needs of our neighbors in Albany and beyond, establishing a hassle-free atmosphere where total transparency isn't a marketing buzzword—it's just how we do business.

Our legacy is defined by meaningful relationships that speak volumes about who we are and what we value. It's also apparent in our accolades, most of which highlight our customer-centric approach. Apart from being the leading Chevy dealer in the Capital Region since 2015, we've earned dozens of repeat awards. Among these are:

• 15 General Motors Mark of Excellence Awards

• 15 General Motors Standards of Excellence Awards

• 11 consecutive GM Dealer of the Year Awards

• 7 General Motors Standards of Excellence Leadership Awards

• 6 Chevrolet Genuine Leader Awards.

This list means a lot to us because our team members work hard to make your experience the best it can possibly be.

Our illustrious awards showcase our success in delivering an extraordinary dealership experience to our customers. Our bespoke experience is tailored to your specific needs, saving you valuable time and eliminating any stress. It also guarantees the same high-caliber experience every time you're here, whether working with our sales team to find the perfect Chevrolet or trusting our certified technicians to handle routine maintenance or repairs.

This promise of excellence is ingrained in everything we do and reflects who we are at our core. We value and respect your trust in us and recognize that we wouldn't be in business without you. You're the reason for our success and deserve to be celebrated. That celebration occurs throughout our dealership, from our transparent and competitive pricing to our transparency and countless other perks, such as our DePaula Buys Cars Program, DePaula New Vehicle Advantage, and DePaula Pre-Owned Promise.

Real People, Real Help: The Experts Who Have Your Back

Our leadership team is on the floor daily to ensure our high standards never waver. Jon DePaula (Operations Manager) and Tom Restino (Vice President of Operations) keep our day-to-day operations running seamlessly, always ready to step in and assist a customer personally.

Younas Dawood, who worked his way up to General Sales Manager after joining our team fresh out of college in 2016, leads our sales team with the enthusiasm and drive needed to secure the absolute best deals for our guests. Meanwhile, Dennis Walters, our Service Director, ensures that your maintenance and parts requests are handled with absolute precision so you can get back on the road safely and quickly.

If you've got detailed questions about the new technology in your vehicle, our Technology Specialists, Steve Hammes and Ethan Mooney, have you covered! They're happy to sit in the passenger seat of your car and show you the ins and outs of your infotainment settings.

When you want to find and finance your dream car, our Purchase & Leasing Consultants are ready to help. Damien DeDonatis has done some incredible work helping our customers into their ideal rides. He makes the process seamless! If you have a teen buying their first car, Khan Ullah will make the experience a breeze, explaining everything and setting them up for success; he's done it before!

When you want a seamless financing experience that gets you a plan that works perfectly for your goals, Finance Manager Nazir Majid is your guy. His expertise and drive have helped loads of people get behind the wheel of the vehicle they need affordably and without stress.

We can help you search for your next vehicle, sell your current ride, set up the right payment plan for your budget, and be your go-to place for trustworthy, ongoing maintenance and service needs. We're committed to ensuring you get what you need in a timely manner without all the stress and hassle. We treat everyone like family so that they know they can count on us.

No-Nonsense Service, Total Transparency

We show you every fee so that you don't have any surprises when you see the out-the-door price for the vehicle you buy from us. This is the DePaula way. Where other dealers try to hide fees and taxes on their vehicles to lure you into thinking you're getting a great deal, we are upfront about these extra fees that are necessary for selling you our vehicles.

This way, you know what you're signing for, and you aren't pressured into something or led to believe you're getting one price while you actually have to pay more to get out the door with your vehicle. We think it's the honest way to do business, and we care about your experience being totally transparent and rewarding at the end of the day. You know you can trust us to give you the right price.

Come Join the Family—We're Ready When You Are

We want to work with every customer to solve their problems. Our sales department will help you find what you're looking for and give it to you straight. Our financing professionals will work with your budget and goals to set up the plan that works for you. Our certified technicians are seasoned and have been here a long time, so they can get you the parts, repairs, and routine service you need to get you back on your way.

Even though the car business is always in flux, you can rely on the team here at DePaula Chevrolet to treat you right and get you what you need!