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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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Google

Eddie took great care of me and got me into the car I wanted. Very friendly and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect

Josh HarrisFeb 03, 2026
Google

Very good and helpful dealership. Eddy was my sales person and he was very helpful and was able to get me at my best interest rate.

Jon RodriguezFeb 03, 2026
Google

Eddie was knowledgeable, didnt pressure make us feel pressured and we felt like he had our best interests in mind. Definitely would recommend family and friends to come car shopping with Eddie.

luis hermidaFeb 03, 2026
Google

I had a great experience looking for a car. Ed was very helpful and went above and beyond helping me get qualified for my car. Thanks again Ed

Gustavo ValenzuelaFeb 03, 2026
Google

Awesome service with Ed 👍

Frank monteroFeb 03, 2026
Google

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 DiazFeb 03, 2026
Google

I want to thank Salesman Eddie , and Manager David, also the entire team at California direct of Santa Ana, ca whom worked quickly and followed through with their commitments during our phone, text and emails. Eddie walked out to welcome us the moment we parked at the dealership This was a big deal for our family as it was a chance of experience on purchasing our dream car. California motors direct hit it out of the park. Thank you for a wonderful experience for our family. Eddie and David have, great communication skills they both answered all of our questions. They also walked us through the technology and pairing our phone for apple play. They also made the financing documentation go quickly with their energetic personality and efficiency. David the sales manager really went the extra mile to facilitate a great transaction. Thank you on finding a more competitive bank rate for the car loan and leading a team that gave our family a great memories on our dream car and bringing it home. Thank you Toni

Toni RaudaFeb 03, 2026
Google

I had a good car buying experience here. The process was not stressful and I got the vehicle I wanted. Ed was nice and professional through the whole process.

Michele LoveFeb 03, 2026
Google

Tristan was an absolute staff friendly, easy too work with. No BS we recommend this place!

Wilma AlcarazFeb 03, 2026
Google

Susan DutcherFeb 03, 2026
Google

Sales rep Keith kept the whole transaction smooth and kept everything real thanks a lot would highly recommend

Vinc CookeFeb 02, 2026
Cars.com

Great experience easy and fast cars are exactly how they are displayed ! (Harper got me rollin!!)

Anthony VasquezFeb 02, 2026
Google

Great dealership, price on the website is 100% accurate, Frankie was very professional on the phone and in person. Was very honest about the car and went above and beyond. Whole team is great made buying my first car easy.

Jesse AnayaFeb 02, 2026
Google

Gracias a jorge logré sacar mi carros a un súper precio accesible

A6_Estrada12Feb 01, 2026
Google

Thank you for your great help

The JAMM FamilyFeb 01, 2026
Google

Great service from Tristan! willing to help us fit our budget every step of the way!

Hunter KeathleyFeb 01, 2026
Google

Tristian offered great customer service. Easy and fast process. Very happy with the purchase. Definitely recommend.

Vladimir EspinozaFeb 01, 2026
Google

Alex G was an excellent sales rep, his customer service was outstanding. I felt comfortable and taken care of.

Betty KyleFeb 01, 2026
Google

I can’t say enough about Fabian and Deshaun. These guys made the whole experience amazing. I felt comfortable and informed. I would recommend others looking to buy a car to work with these gentlemen.

Drew PFeb 01, 2026
Google

Fabian and Dashawn were amazing. They really helped us out buying a car. The whole process was very reassuring and smooth.

Lily c. PlacenciaFeb 01, 2026
Google

I came in looking for a good reliable car that was a good price, and although I wasn’t expecting much with my history, I came out with a great deal! Thanks to Deshan who was really helpful and extremely patient:)

Halie rodriguezFeb 01, 2026
Google

Very professional, highly recommended!

Elijah PerezFeb 01, 2026
Google

I just purchased a used vehicle here and had the absolute pleasure of working with Tristan. From the moment I walked onto the lot, I felt zero pressure, which is a rare find in this industry. Tristan was incredibly transparent about the car’s history, walked me through the inspection report, and took the time to answer every single one of my questions. They made the financing process painless and actually listened to my budget needs. If you’re looking for a used car without the typical headache, go see Tristan—you won’t regret it!

MNV23Feb 01, 2026
Google

Super buena atención Carlos Dique y lo recomiendo para cualquier atención al cliente muy amable gracias

Anabel HernandezFeb 01, 2026
Google

We had a great experience buying our vehicle. We were greeted and handed off to Mahammed and he was top tier customer service. He was very well informed and anything we had questions on he was great at answering and communicating. When buying a vehicle it’s sometimes stressful but Mahammed made it feel like a walk in the park! Definitely would recommend buying your vehicle here. Thank you Mahammed!

Rebecca AmbrizFeb 01, 2026
Google

Armando helped out so much i was able to walk out with a 2020 toyota camry!!

JennieJan 31, 2026
Google

Harper was super helpful, answered all our questions and provided honest and fair advice. Super appreciate because he made the process smooth and easy for my mom!

Sara AdameJan 31, 2026
Google

Working with Joel was so amazing he worked with me and sent me home in the car I was looking for

Roman MunozJan 31, 2026
Google

such a great deal love my new car thank you tristan for helping us out

Jasmine PenalozaJan 31, 2026
Google

Jorge, excellent service, highly recommended.

gabriela alejandra chavarria lopezJan 31, 2026
Google

Nicolas was very helpful & Quick . Great experience! Thank you nick. We will be back !

Anna Marie MoraJan 30, 2026
Google

I had a great experience working with Mohammed. He helped me get the car I wanted at a reasonable price and worked with me through every step. They really go the extra mile here to help their customers. Very straight foward, definitely will be coming back in the future and would recommend to anyone looking for a car in 2026.

Scott PrahlJan 30, 2026
Google

Mohammad helped us out, he did a phenomenal job. Stayed after hours to help us close a deal. Would definitely recommend asking for him if you think of buying a car here.

Jonathan Nunez AvilaJan 30, 2026
Google

Armando help me get a car with no problem

Lay GarciaJan 30, 2026
Google

Armando was excellent.

Jonathan BustamanteJan 30, 2026
Google

Just wanna give a BIG SHOUT OUT TO ARMANDO from Fontana motors thank you for helping me out and making this go smooth thru out my car process 🙏 your a real one 🙌 😊

china dollJan 29, 2026
Google

THANK YOU TO ARMANDO for helping me out on my first car purchase, made it smooth, easy and simple. Got me out in less than 2hrs. If anyone is in the market please come see Armando he’ll take care of you!

Leo NavaJan 29, 2026
Google

I had such a great experience buying my new M4 here. They took in my old car and made the process so easy. Dylan was great and so friendly! Highly reccomend buying from here!

Caitlyn RoseJan 29, 2026
Google

Thank you Zach Harper for helping me get my new truck. I know it wasnt easy, but you made it happen. Zach was great at explaining the features and contract making the process smooth and fast!. “Harper got me rollin”!!!!!

Vincente BrownJan 29, 2026
Google

Mohammad was great fast and very understanding worked with me pulled offf in my first car ! I was also a first time buyer

dominique smithJan 29, 2026
Google

I was helped by Frank I always get my cars from him the only one I trust to give honest support in finding my car ! I test drove a few cars till we found the one that I felt comfortable in and liked ! I walked out the dealership with a nice Bronco tht I’ve been having my eye one and have been loving it since I left the dealership . ask for Frank to get the job done for you

jennifer rodriguezJan 29, 2026
Google

I had such a great experience buying my car at California Motor Direct, all thanks to Frank. He was super helpful, honest, and easy to work with from the beginning. He really took the time to answer all my questions and made sure I felt comfortable with everything. Frank made the whole process smooth and stress-free—no pressure, no games, just good service. Buying a car can be a lot, but he made it simple and actually enjoyable. I’m really happy with my car and the experience overall. If you’re thinking about buying a car, I definitely recommend Frank at California Motor Direct. He knows what he’s doing and genuinely wants to help. 🙌

Yadhira FloresJan 29, 2026
Google

Great service by the team at this dealership! Everyone was very helpful and the salesman Frank really helped clear up all my questions and concerns before making the deal! I definitely recommend Frank and everyone at this dealership, they were very quick with responses and they helped get me a deal that was perfect for me.

Kevin AlvaradoJan 28, 2026
Google

This was the best experience I’ve had purchasing a car. I give them 5 stars & above!! I randomly walked in not knowing what to expect. I was greeted with the nicest person Joel, who took time for me & listened to my situation. He spent hours with me & helped me with my trade in. He was so transparent, helpful & kind!! I was in a bind & they helped me get out of it ! I can’t thank them enough ! Thank you to all of the staff absolutely amazing customer service !! Including the finance manager who worked hard getting me a better interest rate as well & Albert who went out of his way to have my wheels upgraded to the color I wanted without me even asking !! There was no hassle or pressure at all. Everyone went above & beyond to make this experience a great one! I am such a happy customer !!! Will be a returning customer in the future !

Rachel HaskinJan 28, 2026
Google

Excellent customer service skills from Mr. Nicholas Reading…i appreciate your time and efficiency you were a great help today…n I am very satisfied with my purchase…💙

Kaliyah BrownJan 28, 2026
Google

Deshan was amazing. Was very accommodating to our needs and made everything happen. while having toddler during purchase, he made sure to also help accommodate our daughter to make her experience better. I recommend him to anyway whos interested to buy a car. Thank you Deshan

Brian WheatJan 27, 2026
Google

Jio was very helpful and straightforward in helping me out during the purchasing process. Quick, easy, and straight to business.

Chris BradyJan 27, 2026
Google

I had a great experience at California Motors Direct dealership. The customer service was excellent—everyone was friendly, helpful, and made the entire process smooth. D eshan himself was very professional and transparent throughout, which made me feel confident in my purchase. I really appreciated the honesty and clear communication. Highly recommend this dealership to anyone looking for a stress-free car buying experience.

Erika NortonJan 27, 2026
Google

Had an amazing experience! Tristan was a great sells man with amazing service, 10/10 would recommend to get your car here!

hannah patinoJan 26, 2026
Google

100% recommended, Frank was very friendly and everything was very easy and fast, awesome! 🤠

Brian RuizJan 25, 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.