Mike Buffenbarger is a 24+ year auto industry professional at Red McCombs Toyota in San Antonio, TX. He became a Certified CarPro Friend in June, 2021. Prior to working in the car business, he retired from a 20-year career in the US Army where he was a Military Police K-9 instructor. Mike’s extensive knowledge of the Toyota brand, as well as his high level of customer service, led him to be selected as the Red McCombs Toyota CarPro Program Manager. Mike makes the car-buying process simple and easy. He can help you find the right new or used vehicle already on the lot, or if necessary, find the perfect incoming Toyota model you can reserve.
Mike Buffenbarger is a 24+ year auto industry professional at Red McCombs Toyota in San Antonio, TX. He became a Certified CarPro Friend in June, 2021. Prior to working in the car business, he retired from a 20-year career in the US Army where he was a Military Police K-9 instructor. Mike’s extensive knowledge of the Toyota brand, as well as his high level of customer service, led him to be selected as the Red McCombs Toyota CarPro Program Manager. Mike makes the car-buying process simple and easy. He can help you find the right new or used vehicle already on the lot, or if necessary, find the perfect incoming Toyota model you can reserve.
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Average Rating
Katherine Roden7/12/26 4:34 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
Mike provided excellent customer service and was very knowledgeable about the vehicle and the leasing process. Mike took the time to explain the Tech in the vehicle before I left the dealership. Seamless and stress-free!! Thanks Mike
Mike provided excellent customer service and was very knowledgeable about the vehicle and the leasing process. Mike took the time to explain the Tech in the vehicle before I left the dealership. Seamless and stress-free!! Thanks Mike
Curtis Wise3/11/26 8:02 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
Excellent. Courteous. Polite. Superb Car Pro experience. Toyota Crown was out of my price range. I purchased a 2025 Lexus ES350 from North Park Lexus at the Dominion that met my price target.
Excellent. Courteous. Polite. Superb Car Pro experience. Toyota Crown was out of my price range. I purchased a 2025 Lexus ES350 from North Park Lexus at the Dominion that met my price target.
Louis Ranhofer4/26/25 12:21 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
Superstar! Mike is the paragon for others to follow. Extreme honesty. He listened to our requirements, worked with the factory to modify programmed production and kept us informed throughout the process. Will unreservedly recommend Mike to our friends. We firmly believe Mike is just a younger, better-looking version of Jerry Reynolds.
Superstar! Mike is the paragon for others to follow. Extreme honesty. He listened to our requirements, worked with the factory to modify programmed production and kept us informed throughout the process. Will unreservedly recommend Mike to our
Michael Alexander12/6/24 6:02 PM EST
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
My experience with Mike Buffenbarger at Red McCombs Toyota was fantastic. Mike made the buying experience very easy. Didn’t have the vehicle I wanted on the lot, but was able to locate the vehicle I desired and got it to the dealership within 3 weeks. Would highly recommend that folks meet with Mike and he will exceed all your expectations from a Car Pro dealer representative. Five Star experience!
My experience with Mike Buffenbarger at Red McCombs Toyota was fantastic. Mike made the buying experience very easy. Didn’t have the vehicle I wanted on the lot, but was able to locate the vehicle I desired and got it to the dealership within 3
2025 Toyota Sienna LE
Jay Overton9/2/24 8:33 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
Mike Buffenbarger was great to deal with. He wasn't pushy. He explained the difficulty of availability for the vehicle I was looking for. Mike was also very flexible when it was time to buy - my schedule changed at the last minute and he made time for me.
Mike Buffenbarger was great to deal with. He wasn't pushy. He explained the difficulty of availability for the vehicle I was looking for. Mike was also very flexible when it was time to buy - my schedule changed at the last minute and he made
Toyota 2025 Camry SE
Mark Ludwig5/25/24 12:41 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
4.33 star rating
Mike was very helpful, he was direct and to the point.
Mike was very helpful, he was direct and to the point.
Michael Cox3/16/24 12:20 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
Great
Great
Leonard Bobrowski1/23/24 4:16 PM EST
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
It just worked out not to be a good time for me financially.
It just worked out not to be a good time for me financially.
Ron Dittrich12/7/23 2:09 PM EST
Repeat Customer
4.67 star rating
Mike worked diligently to find the Tacoma in the color I wanted. Not able to find one but the price he quoted was fair. Wish I could have been able to make a deal with McCombs as Mike worked hard on the deal. Looking to buy another Toyota in 2024 and will use Mike in the future.
Mike worked diligently to find the Tacoma in the color I wanted. Not able to find one but the price he quoted was fair. Wish I could have been able to make a deal with McCombs as Mike worked hard on the deal. Looking to buy another Toyota in 2024
Stephen Bradley10/17/23 6:57 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
Mike Buffenbarger is the Car Pro Guy at this dealership & he was a pleasure to work with. No pressure of any kind. He's very knowledgeable. If you're looking for a Toyota around San Antonio I highly recommend Mike!
Mike Buffenbarger is the Car Pro Guy at this dealership & he was a pleasure to work with. No pressure of any kind. He's very knowledgeable. If you're looking for a Toyota around San Antonio I highly recommend Mike!
2024 Tundra
John Trevithick9/27/23 3:45 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
Mike Buffenbarger was great he kept me informed on when they had the model I was looking for in stock the price was exactly what he quoted me 10k less the my local dealerships I can not say enough good things about my experience
Mike Buffenbarger was great he kept me informed on when they had the model I was looking for in stock the price was exactly what he quoted me 10k less the my local dealerships I can not say enough good things about my experience
2024 Toyota Sequoia Capstone
Ken Carnathan12/21/22 11:12 AM EST
Repeat Customer
5 star rating
I have to admit that my experience with Mike and his dealership was the most amazing car buying experiences I have ever had. It went smooth and fast, and there were no questions whatsoever on the vehicle or the pricing. Just like it says on the radio -- we get one price and it is a fair market price. No hassle, no problems, and I have a GREAT new Tacoma. If ever I have to get another vehicle, I will go straight to Mike! Thanks for being a man of character and integrity. You ROCK Mike! God bless...
I have to admit that my experience with Mike and his dealership was the most amazing car buying experiences I have ever had. It went smooth and fast, and there were no questions whatsoever on the vehicle or the pricing. Just like it says on the
michele woodfin8/15/22 12:05 PM EDT
5 star rating
Mike found the truck I wanted and got it to the dealership. He was awesome to deal with and the process was easy. I bought the truck from Rick because Mike was off the day I went to pick it up. Rick was also awesome to deal with. Would highly recommend dealing with Mike or Rick.
Mike found the truck I wanted and got it to the dealership. He was awesome to deal with and the process was easy. I bought the truck from Rick because Mike was off the day I went to pick it up. Rick was also awesome to deal with. Would highly
Geryl Brannan3/14/22 6:40 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
5 star rating
Mike spent time with me to explore options that would best fit my needs. This was the easiest car purchase I ever made! It only took 2 trips to the dealership which I consider miraculous in the current supply shortage on new cars.
Mike spent time with me to explore options that would best fit my needs. This was the easiest car purchase I ever made! It only took 2 trips to the dealership which I consider miraculous in the current supply shortage on new cars.
William Slavin2/10/22 2:23 PM EST
5 star rating
Mike was very helpful in helping me select the car I pneeded. He was very prompt to respond and honest. Unfortunately I purchased the car from another dealer who had the vehicle in inventory, so things being what they are now I thought I better jump on it. I appreciate Mike not charging a market adjustment price as I was able to use that in negotiating with the other dealers. I will definitely recommend Mike and CroPro. Thanks again
Mike was very helpful in helping me select the car I pneeded. He was very prompt to respond and honest. Unfortunately I purchased the car from another dealer who had the vehicle in inventory, so things being what they are now I thought I better
Katherine Roden7/12/26 4:30 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
This is the second vehicle that Mike has helped me buy. Mike was professional and explained my lease in detail. Mike spent a lot of time showing me the new tech inside the vehicle. Thanks Mike for another awesome vehicle buying experience.
This is the second vehicle that Mike has helped me buy. Mike was professional and explained my lease in detail. Mike spent a lot of time showing me the new tech inside the vehicle. Thanks Mike for another awesome vehicle buying experience.
KarenT Sayles6/26/26 3:00 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
Mike was great. The process was efficient and I feel we paid a fair price on the van and the trade in value on our truck was better than I expected.
Mike was great. The process was efficient and I feel we paid a fair price on the van and the trade in value on our truck was better than I expected.
Toyota Sienna
Lance Schmidt3/27/25 12:17 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
Received a phone call from Mike shortly after i submitted the contact form online and it was open smooth sailing from there. Constant contact and info was very nice. Experience at the dealer made me feel like the most important person that was there. Loved it and will definitely be going back for my next purchase. Super knowledgeable and friendly and accommodating.
Received a phone call from Mike shortly after i submitted the contact form online and it was open smooth sailing from there. Constant contact and info was very nice. Experience at the dealer made me feel like the most important person that was
Toyota Tacoma
Johnnie Adams12/25/24 11:50 AM EST
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
My experience was awesome. Mike Buffenbarger was awesome also. He had so much knowledge about the vehicle I bought. He was so friendly.
My experience was awesome. Mike Buffenbarger was awesome also. He had so much knowledge about the vehicle I bought. He was so friendly.
Toyota RAV4 Se Hybrid
Rick Moe8/4/24 3:33 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
Vidol was very attentive to our needs and genuine. I felt like we were treated fairly and we enjoyed the experience.
Vidol was very attentive to our needs and genuine. I felt like we were treated fairly and we enjoyed the experience.
2024 Toyota Land Cruiser
Starlet Penn6/25/24 5:39 AM EDT
Repeat Customer
4.67 star rating
Mike was upfront with the financing which I really appreciate. Gave good advice. Happy with the car we got.
Mike was upfront with the financing which I really appreciate. Gave good advice. Happy with the car we got.
RAV4 Toyota
Saul Stroud2/8/24 1:58 AM EST
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
I recently purchased a new car through CarPro and had an exceptional experience with the car buying service. Mike Buffenbarger, the salesman who assisted me, went above and beyond to ensure a smooth and enjoyable process. His expertise, professionalism, and friendly demeanor made the entire transaction a pleasure, and I am extremely satisfied with both the service provided by CarPro and the outstanding assistance from Mike. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a hassle-free and customer-centric car buying experience!
I recently purchased a new car through CarPro and had an exceptional experience with the car buying service. Mike Buffenbarger, the salesman who assisted me, went above and beyond to ensure a smooth and enjoyable process. His expertise,
2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid Limited Max
Joseph Carboni1/31/24 8:38 PM EST
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
My salesman Mike Buffenbarger was excellent in all aspects of of customer service in purchasing my truck
My salesman Mike Buffenbarger was excellent in all aspects of of customer service in purchasing my truck
Toyota Tacoma
Tim Anderson12/1/23 2:31 PM EST
Repeat Customer
4.67 star rating
Mike is very personable, and he also found the right car for my spouse. She loves everything about this new (used) vehicle. We are still looking for a used SUV that fits my needs. Look forward to working with Mike again!
Mike is very personable, and he also found the right car for my spouse. She loves everything about this new (used) vehicle. We are still looking for a used SUV that fits my needs. Look forward to working with Mike again!
Anne Morris10/20/23 3:12 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
I hope I can find the right words to express how wonderful it was to work with Mike Buffenbarger at Red McCombs Toyota in San Antonio. We had decided on a Rav 4 but were not sure whether we should go with a hybrid or just gas. He answered all of our questions and patiently listened to us go back and forth before we finally decided on the hybrid. He also explained about the lack of inventory and somehow found a Rav 4 Hybrid for us that had not been claimed and would be in within the month! Mike kept us up to date on the progress and today we went in and picked up our new car. The process could not have been smoother - absolutely no hassels at all. Thank you CarPro for recommending someone as thoughtful and caring as Mike at Red McCombs Toyota.
I hope I can find the right words to express how wonderful it was to work with Mike Buffenbarger at Red McCombs Toyota in San Antonio. We had decided on a Rav 4 but were not sure whether we should go with a hybrid or just gas. He answered all of
Toyota Rav 4 Hybrid
Keith Solts6/30/23 1:25 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
Mike Buffenbarger is very personable and easy to do business with. It's the first time in a long time that I've had a very positive car buying experience
Mike Buffenbarger is very personable and easy to do business with. It's the first time in a long time that I've had a very positive car buying experience
2023 Toyota Corolla Cross XLE & 2023 Toyota Sienna Platinum
victor marino12/27/22 11:52 AM EST
Repeat Customer
3 star rating
no Sequoia available and if it was it was going to be $20,000 over sticker price. At least he was honest.
no Sequoia available and if it was it was going to be $20,000 over sticker price. At least he was honest.
Chris Courtney6/2/22 3:23 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
5 star rating
Mike handled my 2022 Tacoma SR5 purchase. Friendly, professional and very knowledgeable. He reserved a Tacoma for me(no deposit necessary). I received the best possible deal for my Tacoma. Very happy! Thanks to Jerry Reynolds for his help.
Mike handled my 2022 Tacoma SR5 purchase. Friendly, professional and very knowledgeable. He reserved a Tacoma for me(no deposit necessary). I received the best possible deal for my Tacoma. Very happy! Thanks to Jerry Reynolds for his help.
Phyllis Tondre4/7/22 4:56 PM EDT
5 star rating
Friendly, keeps you will informed of the process.
Friendly, keeps you will informed of the process.
Patrick McFarland11/18/21 12:40 PM EST
Repeat Customer
5 star rating
I initially texted with Robert Rendon due to Mike Buffenbarger being out for a death in the family. I was looking for a new RAV4 (actually needed one right away) but knew it was unlikely to find one on the lot due to the chip shortage. To my surprise they just happened to have a new 2021 RAV4 XLE AWD Hybrid on the lot. I drove 1.5 hours to get to their place and actually worked with Jason Moran on the sale. He was super friendly and so easy to work with. I feel like we got a very fair deal on our trade and a good deal on the new car based on current market with car shortages. We had not originally been looking for a hybrid, but loved this one. We drove away that night with our new vehicle. The experience was excellent and I highly recommend everyone go the CarPro way.
I initially texted with Robert Rendon due to Mike Buffenbarger being out for a death in the family. I was looking for a new RAV4 (actually needed one right away) but knew it was unlikely to find one on the lot due to the chip shortage. To my
Bruce Gegner7/5/26 3:19 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
It was a pleasure working with our CarPro, Mike Buffenbarger, at Red McCoombs Toyota in San Antonio. No hassle, transparent pricing, and he was able to get the exact car I was looking for, even though the 'Platinum' trims are in scarce supply.
It was a pleasure working with our CarPro, Mike Buffenbarger, at Red McCoombs Toyota in San Antonio. No hassle, transparent pricing, and he was able to get the exact car I was looking for, even though the 'Platinum' trims are in scarce supply.
Toyota Crown Platinum
Ardie Schneider9/16/25 11:36 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
Mike Buffenbarger truly goes the extra mile for his customers. His consummate professionalism shines through in every interaction, marked by a sincere commitment to meeting customer needs with care and diligence. Customers appreciate his pleasant demeanor and the way he puts them at ease with a friendly yet matter-of-fact manner. He is known for his plainspoken, straightforward advice that cuts through jargon, making the car-buying process simple and transparent. Patience and kindness define his approach, allowing customers to feel respected and well-informed rather than pressured. Mike’s dedication to customer satisfaction and his honesty make him a standout salesman at Red McCombs Toyota, earning trust and repeat business from those he serves.
Mike Buffenbarger truly goes the extra mile for his customers. His consummate professionalism shines through in every interaction, marked by a sincere commitment to meeting customer needs with care and diligence. Customers appreciate his pleasant
Robert Eckerle3/5/25 9:45 PM EST
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
Our CarPro dealer representative was very professional, always punctual with responses, very clear with next steps and the process overall was made easy with his guidance. Mike was a very easy to work with. Even when at the dealership on the day we picked up the car he led us through all the steps and even waited with us in between the steps.
Our CarPro dealer representative was very professional, always punctual with responses, very clear with next steps and the process overall was made easy with his guidance. Mike was a very easy to work with. Even when at the dealership on the day
Toyota Land Cruiser
Howard Hill10/24/24 10:38 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
Could not reach a fair trade value. I will sell my 2017 Tundra Crew Max 1794 outright. Then I will work with a Houston dealer and order the hybrid Highlander that I want.
Could not reach a fair trade value. I will sell my 2017 Tundra Crew Max 1794 outright. Then I will work with a Houston dealer and order the hybrid Highlander that I want.
DAVID SCASTA7/10/24 10:20 AM EDT
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
My CarPro experience with Red McCombs Toyota was a good news/bad news experience. The bad news is that Mike was on vacation when I wanted to visit. The good news is that Mike was on vacation when I wanted to visit, and I got to meet with Brittney. She had Jesse Mancillas assist me. I think Jesse is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of CarPro U. Long story short, I traded in my 2023 Ram 1500 Limited, which I loved but was too big for my wife to drive, for a 2024 Tacoma Limited (Bronze Oxide). It just so happened that the truck was due to come that Saturday afternoon. It was delayed until Monday due to Beryl, but I picked up the Tacoma on Monday. It was a First Class experience, and Red McCombs is a First Dealer. Jesse and all the staff made this my best CarPro experience ever. Thanks! Dave in Fredericksburg
My CarPro experience with Red McCombs Toyota was a good news/bad news experience. The bad news is that Mike was on vacation when I wanted to visit. The good news is that Mike was on vacation when I wanted to visit, and I got to meet with Brittney.
Cindy Jordan3/24/24 10:01 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
Mike Buffenbarger was waiting for us ready to help! He was so understanding about our needs and had the perfect car for us. Our trade in was fair and the entire experience couldn't have been better!
Mike Buffenbarger was waiting for us ready to help! He was so understanding about our needs and had the perfect car for us. Our trade in was fair and the entire experience couldn't have been better!
2024 Rav4 Hybrid
Robert Young1/31/24 4:18 PM EST
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
I had an excellent experience with Mike Buffinbarger. he is very personable and quite knowledgeable.
I had an excellent experience with Mike Buffinbarger. he is very personable and quite knowledgeable.
Toyota Highlander
WAYNE MCDILDA12/21/23 11:35 PM EST
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
Mike was amazing. Process was fast easy and painless. Drove down from Austin & he had everything ready to go! Well worth the trip.
Mike was amazing. Process was fast easy and painless. Drove down from Austin & he had everything ready to go! Well worth the trip.
RAV4 XSE
Timothy Anderson12/1/23 2:36 PM EST
Repeat Customer
4.67 star rating
Mike is very personable, and he also found the right car for my spouse. She loves everything about this new (used) vehicle. We are still looking for a used SUV that fits my needs. Look forward to working with Mike again!
Mike is very personable, and he also found the right car for my spouse. She loves everything about this new (used) vehicle. We are still looking for a used SUV that fits my needs. Look forward to working with Mike again!
2022 Toyota Corolla Crossover
Byron Thornton10/2/23 9:03 PM EDT
Repeat Customer
5.00 star rating
Mike was very responsive. Within minutes after emailing him he got back to me. I wanted a very specific Toyota and he looked until he found it and kept me up to date with where it was until it reached his dealership. This guy is a real straight shooter. Highly recommend.
Mike was very responsive. Within minutes after emailing him he got back to me. I wanted a very specific Toyota and he looked until he found it and kept me up to date with where it was until it reached his dealership. This guy is a real straight
Katherine Roden3/6/23 11:01 AM EST
Repeat Customer
5 star rating
Mike was amazing! I had selected several cars I wanted. Mike and his team quickly valued my trade in and had me leaving in my new car without any hassles! Thank you so much!
Mike was amazing! I had selected several cars I wanted. Mike and his team quickly valued my trade in and had me leaving in my new car without any hassles! Thank you so much!
Diane Shearrer12/3/22 1:10 PM EST
5 star rating
Sales and financing went quickly and smoothly.
Sales and financing went quickly and smoothly.
Paul Lankford4/22/22 8:50 AM EDT
5 star rating
Mike spent 30 minutes welcoming me and made me feel very comfortable and like I was a valuable customer. Salesperson Harvey Noiel had all the paperwork completed and immediately took me to finance. Afterwards, Harvey installed the Toyota App and said he would personally deliver my new 2022 Four Runner to my home in New Braunfels the next day — it was still on the transport truck from Houston. As promised, Harvey delivered the vehicle to my home and went over all the features. Mike and Harvey are true professionals and know customer service keeps folks happy and telling their acquaintances about how great Red MCCombs Toyota is.
Mike spent 30 minutes welcoming me and made me feel very comfortable and like I was a valuable customer. Salesperson Harvey Noiel had all the paperwork completed and immediately took me to finance. Afterwards, Harvey installed the Toyota App and
Julie Galvan3/6/22 2:48 PM EST
5 star rating
Very nice people with a happy and professional atmosphere.
Very nice people with a happy and professional atmosphere.
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