In 1977, Larry Sr. and Danny Lesley purchased Kargo, Inc. of Memphis from U-Haul Company. Kargo, Inc. of Memphis expanded, and was merged into The Crain Companies in a new 30,000 square foot facility on Mendenhall Road in Memphis. Beginning in the early 1980s, the company saw an industry trend and customer need for free-standing auto stores and opened its first KarPro in Searcy (store #2).
During the 1980s and up until 2000, the company expanded by acquisition and new locations to more than sixteen locations. 3rd generation Crain's joined the family business after graduation from the University of Arkansas, first Larry Crain, Jr. in 1985 and then Chris Crain in 1994. In 2002 Crain had the opportunity to purchase Caldwell Broadcasting of Searcy and renamed the company Crain Media, operating three FM and three AM radio stations.
During the 1980s and up until 2000, the company expanded by acquisition and new locations to more than sixteen locations. 3rd generation Crain's joined the family business after graduation from the University of Arkansas, first Larry Crain, Jr. in 1985 and then Chris Crain in 1994. In 2002 Crain had the opportunity to purchase Caldwell Broadcasting of Searcy and renamed the company Crain Media, operating three FM and three AM radio stations.
Services
All new available turbocharged engines that provide responsive torque for strong performance in challenging driving conditions. With eight high-performance speakers, a digital amplifier, and dynamic speed compensation, the available Bose sound system will amp up your audio experience.
Come check out the available UVO link services that let you connect to certain features of your Seltos remotely through the Kia Access with UVO link app or online portal!As part of the Crain Automotive Group, we hire the best sales and service staff we can find, and we value honesty and transparency.
Come check out the available UVO link services that let you connect to certain features of your Seltos remotely through the Kia Access with UVO link app or online portal!As part of the Crain Automotive Group, we hire the best sales and service staff we can find, and we value honesty and transparency.
At Crain Kia of Fort Smith, we know how important it is to give your vehicle the kind of regular car maintenance it deserves. Whether you need an oil change, tire rotation, brake service, or another essential auto service, our state-of-the-art Kia Service Center is ready to help keep your car up-to-date.
Here at Crain Kia of Fort Smith, our mission is to provide you with the same exceptional level of service that led you to purchase a Kia vehicle in the first place. We offer a comprehensive selection of Genuine Kia Parts and Accessories, so you can accessorize your vehicle to fit your style. Whether you purchased your vehicle from us or not, Crain Kia of Fort Smith is your #1 destination for auto service and repair in Fort Smith, AR.
Would you like to learn more about a new or used Kia from our inventory? Or do you have some questions about our financing, service department, or would like to receive a quick quote? Whatever your questions may be, we are ready and eager to help! At Crain Hyundai of Bentonville, our team is devoted to providing our customers with the best customer service and quality vehicles!
Crain Kia of Fort Smith, AR, is your premier Kia dealership in Fort Smith, AR, and surrounding areas. The car buying experience can be overwhelming, but here at Crain Kia we take pride in ensuring that you have the ultimate customer experience from start-to-finish. Our sales and financing experts will work hard to ensure every need, want, and expectation is met in your new vehicle purchase.
Reviews (9)
Molly Page
Feb 01, 2022
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We had a wonderful experience with our sales woman, Katlin. She was extremely knowledgeable on each vehicle that we asked about and helped us make the right decision. We do appreciate all of her help to make it happen for us! Thanks to her and all the team at Crain Kia we now have a beautiful Telluride!
Ray Eli
Jan 15, 2022
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I’ve bought 3 vehicles here myself. Always getting a great deal with no hassle. They have a wide selection and the best pricing with the best warranty. I’ve told all my friends and family. They have a great staff and Tom always comes out and is super friendly. Go check them out they have the nicest most up to date building in Arkansas
Janice Robertson
Jan 12, 2022
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As soon as my ex husband and I pulled up to the dealer, I was worried for the salesman that had to put up with the both of us that day. Jamie, a nice gentlemen met us at the door and assisted us every step of the way. He asked what budget we were looking for, what size sedan we wanted, and if there were an “specific” features I was looking for so he could meet all of my needs. My husband and I were going through a divorce and trading in my Kia Telluride for something a little less inexpensive (the telluride is the best by the way) After test driving 2 cars, Jamie settled me in my brand new
Raymond Quinteros
Jan 10, 2022
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Jj Sweeten
Jan 10, 2022
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Our salesman was Jamie, and let me tell you. He was great! He was very knowledgeable and led us in the right path! I feel we got the best bang for our buck that otherwise would not have happened with a 2022 Forte GT. We will def be returning our business to them and highly recommend the Kia dealership in Fort Smith! Great job all around guys!
Elizabeth G.
Mar 28, 2020
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Angela B.
Mar 02, 2020
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I drove over 7 hours round trip to purchase a 2018 Ford Explorer Platinum from Crain Kia in Ft. Smith on January 16th. I loved my salesperson, the rest of the management staff leaves much to be desired. I am registering my car in Florida at my full time residence. I'm living in Arkansas while my storm-damaged home is rebuilt in Central Florida. I spent 32 years in the car business and finance and sales Management before I retired in 2018. I do out of state deals all the time in Florida, they aren't that hard. Crain Kia uses a company called RegUSA to handle the out of state deals. Everything
JOnathan J.
Feb 24, 2020
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Codey F.
Jun 27, 2019
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Took car in for oil change waited for 3 hours for a phone call for us to come pick it back up never got one decided to go and see what was going on car was parked in front of service dept with a dent and scratch's down the side of it went in to get keys asked them about it they went out there said it was like that when we dropped it off I knew it didn't have any before then asked for paperwork showing services done like they have always gave us before they said it would be mailed to us and they hurried back inside we left feeling rushed out of there and our questions not answered if not
