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

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I was ready to trade in my car for a car with lower mileage and Kevin helped me out at California Motors Direct in the city of Montclair. Thanks!

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This dealership has a great variety of great vehicles at great prices. I was able to a great vehicle that met my budget, quality and aesthetic standards. Carlos did an amazing job offering me great options and making it work for me. Great customer service! Highly recommend this dealership!

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Me and my wifey came in and picked up a Nissan Sentra from Carlos. There were a couple delays with pickup but he kept it real with us the whole time and stayed transparent. Everything worked out in the end glad we made it happen. You’re awesome Carlos !!!

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My son came in and picked up a 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class with Carlos!! fully loaded with a moonroof and a really clean red color. The car looks amazing and he absolutely loves it. Great experience overall!

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Came in looking for a reliable fun commuter and Jonny ended up finding me a Honda Civic SI. Traded in my Tacoma wasnt using towards a gas saver and a fun ride my son will enjoy!

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I purchased a 2023 Lexus es I had a great experience at this dealership from start to finish. The staff was professional, patient, and genuinely helpful without being pushy. They took the time to understand what I was looking for and walked me through different options clearly. What stood out the most was how transparent everything was — pricing, financing, and the condition of the vehicle were all explained upfront with no surprises. The process was smooth and efficient, and I never felt pressured to make a quick decision. Overall, it felt like they actually cared about building trust rather than just making a sale. I’m very happy with my purchase and would definitely recommend this dealership to anyone looking for a stress-free car buying experience.

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Daniel was very helpful. I went through the whole process with my family and him and he helped out a lot. I am a first time car buyer, 20 years old and bought a 2022 Ford mustang, all thanks to Daniel. Really recommend this place.

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I had an excellent experience at California motor trade. I bought a black Infiniti q50 2019 and the service department was transparent, efficient, and kept me updated throughout the process. While I was there, I also spoke with Jonny who not only provided great hospitality but also top-tier service without any pressure. It’s rare to find a dealership where both the service and sales teams are this professional and helpful. Highly recommend!

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Muy buena experiencia! Logre llevar mi carro bien recomendado California motors El buen amigo DANY👍🏽

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This is the best deal I got to purchase a car Toyota Prius. Staff are friendly and helps us with the payment we wanted thanks a lot for the help

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Alex Gerges Was really helpful, very polite and very specific giving me information about the vehicle I was purchasing. Great service provided by Alex G.

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Dillan and Fernando took care of me. Recommend working with them!

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Excelente experiencia muy buenos tratos de parte de todo el personal así como muy buena atención al cliente recomendado %100

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Exelente servicio de Bryan y Abraham

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Great service with Bryan and aberham helping us with buying my daughter first car!

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Joel had super awesome customer service! I even remembered his name, and that never happens often! I highly recommend you come to california motors direct in montclair and ask for joel.Hell hook you up!

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FRANK, Was super helpful. Made everything possible for us to get the car we wanted!!!

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I had been on the hunt for a vehicle and came across California Motors Direct. As soon as I walked in I was greeted by Harper who made this trip and the overall purchase a breeze. He made the whole process easy was a joy to work with. Would 100% recommend this place and Harper if you are on the hunt for a vehicle. #harpergotmerolling

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Danny was a Great salesman helped us out with my Purchase of my Mercedes

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I’m a returning customer, it’s my second time buying a car from here. They make the process easy. Will be returning in the future.

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So I bought my my first car my first truck and Danny whats my salesman he was awesome help so patient and understanding it was an awesome experience buying my first car

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I had a great experience buying my Tesla from George. He truly went above and beyond to make the whole process smooth, easy, and stress-free. He was patient, honest, and took the time to answer all of my questions without making me feel rushed. George made sure I understood everything and helped me find the best option for my needs. His professionalism and excellent customer service made this one of the best car-buying experiences I’ve had. I highly recommend working with George if you’re looking to buy a Tesla!

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Dylan and Austin were great to me. Took in my beater car and was able to get the exact car I wanted with a monthly payment right within my budget. Definitely recommend.

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Had the best experience at Fontana Motors Direct thanks to Luis, he helped me and made the whole process so easy and smooth. Thank you Luis.

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Pleasure doing business with Gio. He was very communicative throughout the entire process and made everything smooth and easy to understand. I really appreciated how responsive and helpful he was. Overall he did an excellent job and made the experience a positive one

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Thank you to jahonatn for the truck and got me approved. Will come back to get another truck here.

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I had the best experience with my buying experience with the car . I will send a friend

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George is absolutely the best. If you need a car and want a good experience while purchasing, I highly recommend coming here and asking for George. He will knock it out the park for you!

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Had my eye on a specific car and came out with the car I wanted! Moe our sales person explained in detail about the car very professional ! Would definitely recommend coming here !

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Excelente servicio

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Experience was great, Danny an Kevin were very professional and straight forward. Thank you again

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Nice people, worked with me on a deal and got it done in a timely fashion. Adan was a great help.

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Service was amazing! I was helped right away and was able to leave with my dream car for my dream price in just a few hours! They really worked with me and helped me feel comfortable sealing the deal.

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Daniel T me ayudo comprar un segundo carro con el. GRAN SERVICIO! Gracias Daniel!

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I had an amazing experience thanks to Tristan his customer service was outstanding and he helped us leave home with our new family car , 100% recommend this location and making an appointment with him we will take care of you

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Jhonatan Miranda and his team did an amazing job helping me with a vehicle of mine! They were honest and ethical and made sure they got me the best deal for my situation. Its nice to know that there are still good business people in todays world, especially when dealing with vehicles. Check them out if youre looking for an easy and honest car buying experience.

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California Motor Trade made buying a car less stressful. My experience has been great! They sought the best financial rate for me. I appreciated this very much. Answered all my questions. Ask for Christian. Hes been a pleasure to work with.

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I had an outstanding experience with Johnny at California Motor Trade. From the moment we walked in, he made us feel welcomed, valued, and genuinely cared for. He went above and beyond to make sure all of our questions were answered and that we felt confident every step of the way. What really stood out was his willingness to go the extra mile—not just in helping us find exactly what we were looking for, but in making the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free. At one point, he even offered to buy us dinner, which was such an unexpected and thoughtful gesture that truly shows how much he values his customers. It’s rare to come across service like this these days. Johnny’s professionalism, kindness, and dedication exceeded all of our expectations. If you’re looking for a place that treats you like more than just a customer, I highly recommend asking for Johnny. You won’t be disappointed.

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Muy buen servicio, hicieron Brian y Armando, excelentes trabajadores

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Deshan and Jesse were excellent. My cousin Luis recommended this place and I will be doing the same. Great customer service and easy process.

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The car salesman named Mo... Very helpful... very courteous in help me along the way to getting this car to the way I needed it... The company did all the repairs... that I asked for... Im very happy with that and the service I got from him and the entire staff... Thank you for this new car...😁

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When I first came here I dealt with a guy named Frank at the end of the day. He end up selling me a salvage car when I use quality of customer service was horrible. Now I came back they introduced me to a guy named Zach Harper. he has amazing customer service. He took the time to explain everything to me no matter how long it took to explain. It answered any question that I may have had and I was very pleased and so was my dad very pleased with Him and I will highly recommend Zach Harper to anybody who wants to get a car from this company Zach Harper is aces

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I had an amazing experience at Norco Motor Trade, and I have to give a huge shoutout to Tristian for making everything so smooth and stress free! From the moment I walked in, he was professional, patient, and genuinely cared about helping me find the right car. He took the time to answer all my questions, explained everything clearly, and never made me feel pressured. Thanks to him, I drove off with my Jeep and couldn’t be happier! 🚗🔥 If you’re looking for someone who is honest, knowledgeable, and truly goes above and beyond, ask for Tristian. Highly recommend!

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Great car buying experience with Danny!

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We just made a purchase with George, it was the easiest car buying process Ive ever experienced. He was the most easy going and kind through the entire process we are very satisfied.

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Had a great 👍 experience here ask for George was a great help no pressure would come back and would recommend him to everybody 👍

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Really good service made everything go really smooth and easy and was very helpful with everything regarding any questions or concerns we had

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Walked in and George helped me get into the car I wanted. Happy with the service and the experience overall.

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Excellent customer service, thanks to Esteban!! Thank you so much for making my experience such a pleasant, smooth & fun process!! Much much appreciate the ease of the process. I highly recommend to work with Esteban. He will get it done for you. Thank you

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.