BUSINESS REVIEWS

California Motors Direct

About California Motors Direct

California Motors Direct in Montclair is renowned for its exceptional customer service and friendly atmosphere. Praised for their efficiency, the team ensures a swift and satisfying car-buying experience, making dreams come true without delay. They stand out for their willingness to work with customers, ensuring they find the perfect vehicle without pressure. Despite a bustling lot, the no-frills approach translates to great prices, and the staff, including standout members like Eddie, Gabriel, and Ricky, are commended for their straightforward, no-nonsense assistance. Whether it's finding the ideal car for a family member or navigating financing hurdles, California Motors Direct is dedicated to a stress-free, transparent, and customer-focused journey to car ownership.

Customer reviews

Showing 451–500 of 6,200 published reviews.

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I came to California motors direct and was greeted by Frank. Great house hospitality as well as patient for a first time buyer he made the process extremely stress-free and overall I feel like a winner all glory to God amen.

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Danny good helper ask for help.

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Frank was a great help great customer service great help very good at explaining snd the price of the car great absolute great experience

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Zach was very helpful, and so willing to work with me to get the car I wanted!

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Esteban helped me out, explained everything and made sure I was aware of EVERYTHING behind the contract and what I was purchasing. Super polite, quick, and informal. Had a great experience

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Tristan the goat helped us out a lot. 10/10 place to buy a car. everybody was super nice and straightforward.

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Great buying experience with Muhammad. I would recommend coming here if you want your dream car or truck. Awesome place ! Great people !

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Good help, excellent service ,I got a new truck excited!!! The Man Esteban !!

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Prior to coming to this dealership, my fiancé and I read all of the one star reviews. Even with all those reviews, we still went to see. My fiancés sister helped do tons of research with green flags and red flags, what to look out for. And we left extremely happy with the car I purchased. Daniel went above and beyond with customer service and patience. Gave me the carfax, went to inspect it, test drove the car. Got myself mechanical service insurance through my union bank just in case because these cars are used. Ive had the car for about a month and have no problems what so ever, runs like new. 5 stars!!

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I wanna thank Mr. Danny G for such great service. Got me into a great ride. I recommend u ask for him. He will make the impossible POSSIBLE. Keep up the great work!!

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Esteban helped me get a great rate on my car and made the entire process easy and stress-free. Super professional, honest, and helpful from start to finish. Highly recommend!”

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Luis and Austin were such great help when helping me with not only checking out my Fr-s but closing the deal. They were so patient with my questions and really wanted me to get the best deal. I highly recommend coming here and asking for Luis when picking out a car and finishing up the finances with Austin. 10/10 experience thanks for my new car guys!

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George helped me out. Was honest and upfront about vechicle conditions. Everything was communicated clearly and processed quickly.

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bought my first car here salesmen are very sweet and welcoming and made the process quick and easy thank you alex g for helping me!!!

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Jonny was an incredible help and made the whole process very easy. I didnt feel pushed and felt like everything was on my time. Any issues I had with the car i was interested in, Jonny told me they would take care of it and they did! Very happy with everything about the experience.

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I had a great experience buying my 2020 Honda Accord, all thanks to Mo. He was extremely helpful throughout the entire process, answered all my questions, and made everything smooth and stress-free. I never felt pressured, and he really took the time to make sure I was comfortable with my decision. If you’re looking to buy a car, I definitely recommend asking for Mo!

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Had a great experience working with Ian. i was super nervous going into all the signing stuff He got all the paperwork ready for me and explained it to me thanks to his patience, it made me feel a lot better about everything. Love my new tesla❤️

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Mo was a amazing help who answered all my questions and was very friendly.

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Leex was very helpful in purchasing a car would come back for future purchase

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Great service! George Kunkel (salesman) went above and beyond and made the buying experience easy while answering all questions.

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I didn’t just buy a Tesla Model Y… I was guided through a spiritual, borderline cinematic experience by a man named Gorge. From the moment I walked in, Gorge appeared like he had been waiting for this exact moment his entire life. I’m convinced he sensed my arrival before I even opened the door. Eye contact was made. Time slowed. Somewhere in the distance, I swear I heard a bald eagle. This man didn’t “sell” me a car he orchestrated a masterclass in automotive destiny. At one point, I’m pretty sure he knew more about my needs than I did. I went in thinking, “Maybe I’ll browse,” and left thinking, “I would follow Gorge into battle.” When it came time to explain the Tesla, Gorge didn’t just go over features he spoke with the passion of a poet and the precision of a NASA engineer. Autopilot? Delivered like it was a gift from the future. Range? Explained like he personally charged the sun. At one point, I’m fairly certain the car itself started cooperating more just because Gorge was nearby. The touchscreen felt smoother. The doors closed with more confidence. I wouldn’t be shocked if the battery life improved out of respect. Paperwork? Seamless. Effortless. I blinked and it was done. I’m not saying he bent time… but I’m not not saying that either. Gorge didn’t just earn a sale, he earned a lifelong fan, a questionable level of admiration, and hopefully a promotion. If he’s not running the place by next week, upper management needs to seriously reevaluate their life choices. If you’re thinking about buying a Tesla or any other vehicle do yourself a favor, find Gorge. If he’s busy, wait. If he’s off that day, come back tomorrow. Do not deprive yourself of this experience. 10/10. Would buy another car just to hang out with Gorge again.

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Mo is amazing great service helped me and my family buy are dream mercedes

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Amazing salesman Moe sold us a beautiful Mercedes for my daughter. I really appreciate you, brother and I appreciate the hook up.

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I just recently purchased and financed a vehicle through California Motors Direct. The entire process was very smooth and surprisingly pretty quick. I never felt rushed or pressured to make a decision until I was ready. If you’re looking for a honest and good place for a good, dependable used vehicle I would recommend stopping by and looking at their selection.

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Mo was the best! I really appreciate him looking out and helping me decide on purchasing a car!

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I had a great experience with Moe from start to finish. He was very welcoming, professional, and never made me feel pressured, which made a big difference. They took the time to answer my questions and helped me understand my options instead of rushing me into a decision. Overall, I'm really happy with my purchase and the level of service I received. I would definitely recommend this dealership and Moe to anyone looking for a reliable and hassle-free car buying experience. I had an excellent experience with Moe from beginning to end. He was welcoming, professional, and never made me feel pressured, which made a big difference. He took the time to answer my questions and helped me understand my options, instead of rushing me into a decision. Overall, I'm really happy with my purchase and the level of service I received. I would definitely recommend this dealership to anyone looking for a reliable and hassle-free car buying experience.

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This is Maria Vasquez, Gorge help my son get his dream car. He was patient and helpful in all our questions.

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Gorge gave me the best service. Such a good salesman and he was able to get me into my dream car. Definitely recommend him for all your car buying needs.

DealerRater

May 03, 2026 SALES VISIT - USED Everything went smooth, the employees know what they're doing. It's been a great experience working with George, who is knowledgeable, kind, also a firm and a great negotiator. And they have a very nice boss, the business owner, Kifah, which rocks!

Google

Everything went smooth, the employees know what they're doing. It's been a great experience working with George, who is knowledgeable, kind, also a firm and a great negotiator. And they have a very nice boss, the business owner, Kifah, which rocks!

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Danny G. was great throughout the entire buying process. I felt welcome from the moment I walked in the door, and his service helped me feel confident that I was getting the right car for me. 10/10 would go see him again for my next car!

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Estaben was great dealer. Helped us a lot I recommend him. He treated us very good.

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Estaben was such a great dealer help us a lot i recommend him.

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Tristen was great and patient. Super helpful

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Joel was welcoming, answered all of our questions, and was patient with us while we installed our carseat to test drive the vehicle.

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Easy to work with and great prices. Bryan Ramos was my sales associate - recommended!

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Danny was helpful and professional , I had a good experience .

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Joel was really nice. Also it was very nice to see that after a ppi the dealership took care of fixing some small issue that were found!

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Johnny and Johnny were great! They provided excellent customer service and was clear from start to finish. Norco is a bit of a drive but they were easy to talk to and made the process incredibly easy

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Very easy to get the car I wanted, the salesman David was very helpful throughout it. Worked with me 100%. Glad I got my car with him

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Bryan and Armando were a great help. Took thier time to go over options and thier financing is amazing

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Austin and George gave me the best deal on my brand new 2023 scat pack got me in and out and the man’s been put gas in my car

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Me and my girlfriend got a Corolla from Carlos. After we left something small came up so we called him and he took care of it right away and got us into service. Super easy no issues. definitely recommending them 👍

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Harper got me rolling!.

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Car shopping as a single mom was already stressful!! Going from dealership to dealership with dealers just after the $$$ 😩 I was referred to Calif Motors & after going through the reviews Carlos was the guy to ask for! Reviews did not disappoint!! He really went out of his way to ease my stress and help me look for the car I really wanted, with no complaints, answer all my question!! If you’re looking for a vehicle I definitely recommend coming here!! Let them know you’re there to see Carlos so you walk out with the car and experiences you deserve!! I’ll definitely be back for my daughter’s car!

Google

Great experience at this dealership. Very professional atmosphere, Daniel C. made the process smooth and stress free. He was honest, transparent, and worked with me to get me a really good deal I couldn’t pass up. Love the car thanks!

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Frank was awsome, hooked me up!

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I had a great experience working with Mohammed. He’s reliable, professional, and easy to communicate with. He handles tasks efficiently and always follows through on what he says he’ll do. Overall, someone you can trust and count on to get things done right

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect during the car buying process at California Motors Direct?

The process is generally described as smooth, easy, and non-pressure, with staff providing clear communication and support throughout.

Are there many vehicle options available at California Motors Direct?

Yes, customers report a wide variety of vehicles to choose from, including luxury and electric models, with staff helping to explain differences and options.

How does California Motors Direct handle trade-ins and financing?

The dealership offers trade-in evaluations and works with customers to find financing solutions that meet their budget, often with helpful and patient staff guiding the process.