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California Motors Direct

10385 Central Avenue, MOntclair, CA, 91763, United States

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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 bought my car with Tristan and he has been very helpful through everything! I had a great experience at this dealership from start to finish. The staff was friendly, professional, and never made me feel pressured during the process. They took the time to answer all my questions and helped me find the right car that fit my needs and budget. The entire process was smooth, transparent, and much easier than I expected. I really appreciated their honesty and the effort they put into making sure I felt comfortable with my purchase. I highly recommend this dealership to anyone looking for a vehicle and a stress-free buying experience. I’m very happy with my car and the excellent customer service!

Lcmsweets 1026Mar 09, 2026

Got a car in a timely matter, overall experience was great thanks to Dylan S. Been Driving the car for a week and have enjoyed being in a better and updated car. Thank You Fontana Motors Direct Team!

Miguel vieraMar 09, 2026

George was amazing and he helped us find a good reliable car at a great price and made us feel safe with our buy thank you George

Matthew VirgilMar 08, 2026

Alex Gergas was kind and professional and answered all our questions. He made the buying experience easy and quick. The vehicles are priced competitively with good mileage and nice warranties. Definitely recommend this place for your next car deal.

Ryan GrazianoMar 08, 2026

Frank was amazing to deal with. He helped us get the best deal on a Dodge Durango RT that was much cheaper then other dealers were offering for same mileage and spec. Will definitely bring future purchases to him and also refer any friends to him as well

Anthony RussoMar 08, 2026

If you need to get right go to Esteban for the best customer service and he will get you in what your looking for

Sebastian BurguenoMar 08, 2026

Excellent Car Buying Experience, Our Sales Rep. Mohammed A. Was Very Professional and Knowledgeable! He did a Really Great Job. Thank You California Motors Direct!

Templeton PeckMar 08, 2026

Overall, it was a smooth and stress-free experience. I would definitely recommend Gio, he was very helpful and answered all my questions.

Jade DeDiosMar 08, 2026

Very helpful ! “Harper got me rollin”

Koko BoggsMar 08, 2026

I want to thank sales man Esteban For helping me get the best car for me He’s so profesional 100% recommended

Austin EdwinMar 07, 2026

Fabian came through for meeee !!! I really appreciate it . He made it happen for me !! All smiles over here .

Cheyenne SandersMar 07, 2026

Great service from Gio!

Elena PamatzMar 07, 2026

Gio helped me out with finding my car, he was very helpful and got me the best price. Very great customer service he went out of his way.

Alex RiveraMar 07, 2026

The Representative Danny was helpful and I came across the car I wanted Great Experience Look forward to sharing this amazing dealer ship

Cornel Jack IIIMar 07, 2026

Satiel dahnMar 07, 2026

Great service Christian was very helpful and friendly

Tory WilliamsMar 07, 2026

I had an excellent experience purchasing my new car thanks to Christian. He was incredibly helpful in guiding me through the selection process, offering insightful advice, and making sure I found the perfect fit for my needs. His service was top-notch, demonstrating professionalism and a genuine commitment to customer satisfaction. I highly recommend Christian to anyone looking for a great car-buying experience

Hugo contrerasMar 07, 2026

Tristan helped me get my new Rav 4 and the best deal possible! 10/10 experience! Go get your car from Tristan!

Spencer TrangMar 06, 2026

Fabian got me right with my first BMW. Great salesman 10/10 recommend him to work your deal!

Terrell JohnsonMar 06, 2026

Great customer service from the whole crew especially from frank, he made everything easy and smooth and was able to take care of anything that we asked or needed done

Zaidan HarrisonMar 06, 2026

George and Fernando were extremely helpful! Right off the bat, they were very approachable and had the car that I was inquiring about ready for me at the front. The car looked clean and almost brand new for being preowned and almost 5 years old. I appreciated their efforts to making my car buying experience easy and efficient! Thank you both again!

Stephanie GonzalesMar 06, 2026

George was really nice and helpful

Stephanie SotoMar 06, 2026

Esteban was very helpful, he gave great customer service and helped me alot 10/10 :)

Shameia HarperMar 06, 2026

Tristan is awsome and really helped me out today

Anthony RodriguezMar 06, 2026

Great experience. Staff was great and had a smooth process. Tristan helped me out to make it work according to my needs.

Raul MataMar 05, 2026

Very wonderful customer service 👏 👌 😀 Tristan is amazing and very helpful with finding the best car for myself. Also very helpful on the financial parts as well. Im very thankful I came today. Very happy with my experience with him today. Thank you so much Tristan.

Heather BranhamMar 05, 2026

Just purchased a vehicle with the help of Armando he was my sales man he was so helpful, patient and a very reliable representative took his time explained everything in an understanding manner. Super professional yet feels like family! I definitely recommend this location all sales reps seem very interested in helping their customers at their very best! Thank you Armando! God bless you.

MIA PEREZMar 04, 2026

Zach and frank were very helpful and the process was quick

Esther LopezMar 04, 2026

Awesome service with Ed 👍

Frank monteroMar 03, 2026

Thank you Eddie for the service very helpful. Very good customer service

Gustavo CoronaMar 03, 2026

I've had a great experience with Ed, he is very helpful, and finds out what the best fit for me and my family. Friends have also told me they've had a great experience working with Ed.

Jose DiazMar 03, 2026

GeorgeMar 03, 2026

We called to make an appointment, Esteban helped us out and came to the best understanding and deal. Would definitely recommend.

Destiny VallesFeb 28, 2026

Giovani helped me and gave me excellent service and attention. 100% recommended, thank you so much for the guidance.

Berenice DominguezFeb 28, 2026

Shout out to Armando !!, came in today to get a car and he made it happen. When yall come to Fontana motors makes sure to ask for Armando

Alan Del carmenFeb 28, 2026

Got here and didn't think I was going to be able to trade my car because of certain circumstances but Doug and his manager and their team did a great job. They worked hard to find the right car for me and Doug and his manager stayed consistent with contacting the Banks and pushing the deal through. I recommend this place and everyone is friendly and get a grade A+ overall with everything.

Demetrius LykesFeb 28, 2026

Angel was great, he made the process smooth and easy. If your looking for a car give these guys a shot

Larry WilsonFeb 28, 2026

Absolutely love my 2021 A4. I definitely do recommend coming here since they do their best to get you best deal otd.

?Manyu Solis RayaFeb 28, 2026

Joel was great making the car buying experience great!

Fredy CastroFeb 28, 2026

Second purchase from this dealership within a year. All staff are amazing and timely. Big shoutout to Harper on helping me purchase another vehicle after total loss. Highly recommend working with him for your next purchase! HARPER GOT ME ROLLING!

Ajianna LynchFeb 27, 2026

The homie Adiel hooked me up on my car fully recommend

Raymond AnguianoFeb 27, 2026

Johnathan was amazing. Super friendly and honest. I was very nervous on buying a car that was used but he was very helpful and walked me through the car-fax and the maintenance history on the vehicle, which really gave me confidence that I was making the right choice. I would definitely come back to buy a car from him.

Amy CarilloFeb 27, 2026

Had a really good experience here with Tristan. He was honest and professional. Come here and ask for Tristan. Got me to the payment I ask.

juan lunarioFeb 26, 2026

I came in with high hopes and they were met with Esteban. He was able to get me in 1 of the 2 cars I was looking at. I am forever grateful that he was able to work his magic today!

Lenie SalcidoFeb 26, 2026

After having a horrible experience the last month going from dealership to dealership, I came back here after 5 years! Everything was done fast, primarily over the phone. After so many denials, I got approved and for the car. I now get to drive home in my dream car: 2021 Kia Telluride SX 🩶 thank you to the staff here at the Montclair location and especially to Harper!!! Harper got me rollin’ 🚘🩶

Christina CianciolaFeb 26, 2026

Joel was super professional and honest he worked with my budget as a single mom and kept his word the process was seamless and will recommend him to everyone California Motors Direct is true to their name

Rebecca SalasFeb 26, 2026

Amazing experience. Tristan helped us right away and the process was quick. He really helped us out with the budget we came with. Will come again in the future!

Mily :DFeb 26, 2026

First offf imaaa shout outtt ESTEBAN !!! couldn’t have done this without him I was turned down everywhere he gave me his word and promised that I would leave with a car and a car that I love and look at just a few hours later I’m driving off with my dream car he’s very patient and I’m gonna tell you one thing he is for his people shout out to California motors for keeping their word !!!! And being patient with me and my kids my baby’s have a car again THANK YOUUUU GUYSSSSSSSS give them a try yall won’t regret it !!! 🩷🙏

Destiny DiazFeb 26, 2026

Good experience, highly recommended!!

Eduardo RomanFeb 26, 2026

Great experience, got the best deal with him. First time buying a car and i also got a great experience 1000/10

Alexandra Roman GonzalezFeb 26, 2026

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.