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BMW of Charlottesville has 39 locations, listed below.

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    • Flow Automotive Companies

      500 W 5th St Suite 1700 Winston Salem, NC 27101-2778

      BBB Accredited Business
    • Flow Automotive Companies

      1003 Folger Dr Statesville, NC 28625-6274

      BBB Accredited Business
    • Flow Automotive Companies

      1205 Bridford Pkwy Greensboro, NC 27407-2646

      BBB Accredited Business
    • Flow Companies of Charlottesville, LLC.

      1313 Richmond Road Charlottesville, VA 22911

      BBB Accredited Business
    • Flow Automotive Companies

      1294 Richmond Rd Charlottesvle, VA 22911

    Business ProfileforBMW of Charlottesville

    New Car Dealers
    BBB accredited business
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    The Complaints and Customer Reviews shown on this profile include all complaints and reviews submitted about either the business headquarters or any of its corporate-owned locations, including this one. Use the "Find Locations" link to see all corporate-owned locations.

    At-a-glance

    Customer Reviews

    1.62/5stars

    All customer reviews and complaints are handled by the BBB where the company is Headquartered or a central customer processing location.

    Average of 45 Customer Reviews

    Customer Complaints

    95 complaints closed in last 3 years

    41 complaints closed in last 12 months

    All complaints are handled by the BBB where the company is Headquartered or a central customer complaint processing location.

    BBB Rating & Accreditation

    Accredited Since: 8/1/2004

    Years in Business: 67

    This rating reflects BBB's opinion about the entire organization's interactions with its customers, including interactions with local locations.

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    Overview

    Flow Automotive was founded in 1957 with one pre-owned automotive center in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Over sixty years later, we have experienced tremendous growth and now have 45 locations throughout North Carolina and Virginia, representing more than 20 manufacturers. Flow Automotive also serves as a pillar in local communities through partnerships in numerous non-profit organizations.
     

    Products & Services

    Flow Automotive Companies operates car dealerships throughout North Carolina and Virginia, representing more than 20 vehicle manufacturers.

    Business Details

    Location of This Business
    1295 Richmond Rd, Charlottesvle, VA 22911-3521
    Headquarters
    500 W 5th St, Winston Salem, NC 27101-2778
    BBB File Opened:
    9/17/2004
    Years in Business:
    67
    Business Started:
    1/1/1957
    Business Incorporated:
    4/5/2006
    Accredited Since:
    8/1/2004
    Licensing Information:
    This business is in an industry that may require professional licensing, bonding or registration. BBB encourages you to check with the appropriate agency to be certain any requirements are currently being met.
    BBB records show a license number of 0074304 for this business, issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation. The expiration date of this license is 5/31/2025.

    These agencies may include:

    North Carolina Department of Transportation

    3117 Mail Service Center

    Raleigh NC 27699

    (919) 861-3109

    Fax: (919) 7157000

    https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/Pages/default.aspx

    BBB records show a license number of 0075532 for this business, issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation. The expiration date of this license is 12/31/2024.

    These agencies may include:

    North Carolina Department of Transportation

    3117 Mail Service Center

    Raleigh NC 27699

    (919) 861-3109

    Fax: (919) 7157000

    https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/Pages/default.aspx

    BBB records show a license number of 0066130 for this business, issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation. The expiration date of this license is 4/30/2025.

    These agencies may include:

    North Carolina Department of Transportation

    3117 Mail Service Center

    Raleigh NC 27699

    (919) 861-3109

    Fax: (919) 7157000

    https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/Pages/default.aspx

    BBB records show a license number of 0065980 for this business, issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation

    These agencies may include:

    North Carolina Department of Transportation

    3117 Mail Service Center

    Raleigh NC 27699

    (919) 861-3109

    Fax: (919) 7157000

    https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/Pages/default.aspx

    BBB records show a license number of 0073880 for this business, issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation

    These agencies may include:

    North Carolina Department of Transportation

    3117 Mail Service Center

    Raleigh NC 27699

    (919) 861-3109

    Fax: (919) 7157000

    https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/Pages/default.aspx

    BBB records show a license number of 0061871 for this business, issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation. The expiration date of this license is 9/30/2025.

    These agencies may include:

    North Carolina Department of Transportation

    3117 Mail Service Center

    Raleigh NC 27699

    (919) 861-3109

    Fax: (919) 7157000

    https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/Pages/default.aspx

    BBB records show a license number of 0077821 for this business, issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation. The expiration date of this license is 8/31/2025.

    These agencies may include:

    North Carolina Department of Transportation

    3117 Mail Service Center

    Raleigh NC 27699

    (919) 861-3109

    Fax: (919) 7157000

    https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/Pages/default.aspx

    BBB records show a license number of 0068758 for this business, issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation. The expiration date of this license is 1/31/2025.

    These agencies may include:

    North Carolina Department of Transportation

    3117 Mail Service Center

    Raleigh NC 27699

    (919) 861-3109

    Fax: (919) 7157000

    https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/Pages/default.aspx

    BBB records show a license number of 0068076 for this business, issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation. The expiration date of this license is 4/30/2025.

    These agencies may include:

    North Carolina Department of Transportation

    3117 Mail Service Center

    Raleigh NC 27699

    (919) 861-3109

    Fax: (919) 7157000

    https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/Pages/default.aspx

    BBB records show a license number of 0072789 for this business, issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation. The expiration date of this license is 5/31/2025.

    These agencies may include:

    North Carolina Department of Transportation

    3117 Mail Service Center

    Raleigh NC 27699

    (919) 861-3109

    Fax: (919) 7157000

    https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/Pages/default.aspx

    BBB records show a license number of 0064321 for this business, issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation. The expiration date of this license is 3/31/2025.

    These agencies may include:

    North Carolina Department of Transportation

    3117 Mail Service Center

    Raleigh NC 27699

    (919) 861-3109

    Fax: (919) 7157000

    https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/Pages/default.aspx

    BBB records show a license number of 0071036 for this business, issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation. The expiration date of this license is 12/31/2024.

    These agencies may include:

    North Carolina Department of Transportation

    3117 Mail Service Center

    Raleigh NC 27699

    (919) 861-3109

    Fax: (919) 7157000

    https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/Pages/default.aspx

    BBB records show a license number of 0073422 for this business, issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation. The expiration date of this license is 4/30/2025.

    These agencies may include:

    North Carolina Department of Transportation

    3117 Mail Service Center

    Raleigh NC 27699

    (919) 861-3109

    Fax: (919) 7157000

    https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/Pages/default.aspx

    BBB records show a license number of 0075743 for this business, issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation. The expiration date of this license is 3/31/2025.

    These agencies may include:

    North Carolina Department of Transportation

    3117 Mail Service Center

    Raleigh NC 27699

    (919) 861-3109

    Fax: (919) 7157000

    https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/Pages/default.aspx

    BBB records show a license number of 0064508 for this business, issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation. The expiration date of this license is 2/28/2025.

    These agencies may include:

    North Carolina Department of Transportation

    3117 Mail Service Center

    Raleigh NC 27699

    (919) 861-3109

    Fax: (919) 7157000

    https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/Pages/default.aspx

    BBB records show a license number of 0049802 for this business, issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation. The expiration date of this license is 1/31/2025.

    These agencies may include:

    North Carolina Department of Transportation

    3117 Mail Service Center

    Raleigh NC 27699

    (919) 861-3109

    Fax: (919) 7157000

    https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/Pages/default.aspx

    BBB records show a license number of 0070407 for this business, issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation. The expiration date of this license is 1/31/2025.

    These agencies may include:

    North Carolina Department of Transportation

    3117 Mail Service Center

    Raleigh NC 27699

    (919) 861-3109

    Fax: (919) 7157000

    https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/Pages/default.aspx

    BBB records show a license number of 0068076 for this business, issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation. The expiration date of this license is 4/30/2025.

    These agencies may include:

    North Carolina Department of Transportation

    3117 Mail Service Center

    Raleigh NC 27699

    (919) 861-3109

    Fax: (919) 7157000

    https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/Pages/default.aspx

    BBB records show a license number of 0064321 for this business, issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation. The expiration date of this license is 3/31/2025.

    These agencies may include:

    North Carolina Department of Transportation

    3117 Mail Service Center

    Raleigh NC 27699

    (919) 861-3109

    Fax: (919) 7157000

    https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/Pages/default.aspx

    BBB records show a license number of 0077834 for this business, issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation. The expiration date of this license is 8/31/2025.

    These agencies may include:

    North Carolina Department of Transportation

    3117 Mail Service Center

    Raleigh NC 27699

    (919) 861-3109

    Fax: (919) 7157000

    https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/Pages/default.aspx

    Type of Entity:
    Limited Liability Company (LLC)
    Alternate Business Name
    • Crown Automotive Company
    • Crown Motorcar Company LLC
    Business Management
    • Mr. Matt Perry, General Manager
    • Mr. Don Flow, Managing Member
      (Headquarters Contact)
    Contact Information

    Principal

    • Ms. Hillary Gutshall, Office Manager
    • Mr. Don Flow, Managing Member
      (Headquarters Contact)

    Customer Contact

    • Stewart Drake, Office Manager

    Other Contacts

    • Ms. Hillary Gutshall, Office Manager
    Additional Contact Information

    Fax Numbers

    • (434) 984-1139
      Primary Fax

    Phone Numbers

    Industry Tip

    BBB Tip: Buying a new car

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    BBB Serving Central Virginia

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