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 couldn’t have asked for a better experience as a first-time car buyer! Jonny was absolutely fantastic. He was incredibly fast, thorough, and explained everything perfectly, making the process smooth and stress-free. He really listened to what I was looking for and found exactly what I needed without any pressure. His honesty and professionalism stood out, and he made sure I understood every step along the way. I truly felt like I was in good hands. If you’re looking for someone who knows their stuff and genuinely cares about their customers, Jonny is the one to see. Highly recommend!

Google

Josh is a great sales person he made everything run smooth. He even booked me a trip over here all the way from Santa Clarita (3hr trip). I would say he went above and beyond and would highly recommend him to all of my friends and family. He definitely exceeded my expectations. At the end, he even filled up my gas tank and had my car fully detailed. Wonderful person.

Google

Had an amazing experience here. Esteban was amazing he went above and beyond to get me into the car I wanted at a great price! High recommend this dealership they are all amazing!

Google

BUY WITH TAMER!! he went through the woodworks to get me the best deal possible. thank you tamer!

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George made buying a car fast, easy, and stress free!

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The total all buying experience was great, Joshua was very nice and informative about the whole sale process.

Google

I had a great experience at California Motors Direct. Tamer and the staff were friendly and professional, and they made the car-buying process smooth and stress-free. They took the time to answer all my questions and helped me find the perfect vehicle for my needs. I appreciated their transparency and no-pressure approach. Highly recommend this dealership for anyone in the market for a new or used car!

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Zach was amazing to work with and even better to laugh with. He understood what we were looking for and what we needed to get done. Zach knows what he’s doing and I highly recommend to look for him should you need any help from this location. Not only does he help with prices he goes the extra mile to help you leave with a smile.

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Zack was a great representative, not only is his personality great but his work ethic and understanding of people was even better. Truly recommend going here and looking for Zach to get the greatest experience possible.

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Justin was of great help! Thank you Justin & Christian.

Google

I came back to CMD after an excellent purchase of a Kia Rio a decade ago. Tamer Rabadi was able to secure me an excellent deal on a vehicle I almost couldn't afford. 10/10 would recommend, would come again!

Google

Amazing experience from the moment I called to see a vehicle was still available. This is my 3rd vehicle I’ve purchased from them. Josh and Keith made my 3rd time buying experience with them better than the first 2 times. Caring to my my family and even help keep my 3 year old daughter calm during the process by offering snacks and pen and paper to drawl not including the awsome Christmas ornaments they gave her. Very detail process they have will be back again thanks fellas

Google

My fiancé and I were in the market for a new vehicle. We were assisted by Jordan who did such an Amazing job!! Jordan made our car buying process so easy and was extremely helpful. I would recommend Jordan and California motors to anyone who is looking for a new vehicle. Jordan and this dealership were great, highly recommend!!

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I had an excellent experience at California Motor Trade. I had the pleasure of working with Ronald, who was incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. He was professional, patient, and made sure I was comfortable with every step. Ronald truly went above and beyond to assist me, answering all my questions and ensuring I left completely satisfied. I highly recommend California Motor Trade for anyone looking for a seamless car-buying experience. Great service and even better people

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Jhonatan Miranda and his team were very friendly, helpful, direct . they helped me purchase my first vehicle (2019 Honda civic sedan) and I love it! I would recommend them.

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Our salesman was very polite and not pushy. Thomas answered every question we had about the vehicle.

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Thomas was an amazing salesman. Made the sale quick and easy.

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I recently bought a new car from Kevin at California Motors direct, and I can't say enough good things about the experience! Despite having challenged credit, Kevin worked tirelessly to get me into the car I wanted. He was incredibly patient and understanding throughout the entire process. Not only did he help me secure financing, but he also went above and beyond by getting me a key fob for the car. Kevin's dedication and exceptional customer service made all the difference. I highly recommend Kevin and California Motors to anyone looking for a great car-buying experience. Five stars will definitely be back to upgrade. Thank you Kevin love my new car.

Google

Joey was great throughout the whole process his customer service was excellent he helped me live my dream of owning a Camaro ss if you ever stop by look for Joey he will get you right!

Google

My car buying experience for my 2023 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid was good. Joey took care of us and the dealership was able to meet the purchase price I came in expecting. They even beat it by a few dollars!

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Fast and easy

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Esteban was the biggest help to us during our transaction! He’s extremely knowledgeable and patient when it came to all of our questions. Thank you for helping us navigate this purchase!

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Our salesperson Anthony J. Was excellent! He was not pushy, which was nice. He helped us secure a great deal and explained the contract clearly. I would work with him again.

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Had a great experience with Johnny, no pressure and was very knowledgeable.

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We worked with Justin and David to get a good deal on a car we really wanted! Great service and friendly staff. Great selection of cars and very nice office. Would definitely recommend taking a look at some used cars here!

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Mike was awesome! Great communication, easy smooth transaction!! I highly recommend checking them out if you’re looking for your next vehicle. They have an awesome selection at great prices!

Google

Eric helped me get the car I’ve been looking at for so long and just in time for Christmas and I have to say he’s one of the best salesmen I’ve ever met

Google

These guys went above and beyond to ensure that I had a great experience. Junior was great in explaining every process and gave me all the information I needed to get a deal done with them. I was able to trade in and get good value in the process. They worked with my offers and did an entire make over on the car I took home! They made sure to give me extra advice and tips.

CarGurus

If going to this dealer ship, i would highly recommend going with Tamer. he was such a great help and really tried his best to get me the best deal possible and reassured me. he made me feel comfortable and bought my family food and it made me feel safe. i felt like i was in good hands which is hard to find in dealers. highly recommend!

Google

Super fast and easy process shout out to Johnny standup guy super cool, very straightforward. Excited to have a new car for me and the fam!

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Great customer service friendly and helped us get the monthly payment we needed

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Thanks jiovani i had a great expirience financing my car after having problems with my credit union thank you for all the help and the pleasent service thumbs up will recomend

Google

Ivan was our seller he was very polite to me and my husband. Gave us a run down about the car. And also about the contract. I would definitely come back to this dealer. Bought a SHELBY GT500 I LOVE THE CAR.

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I moved out to California Sunday and Mr. Esteban was able to put me in one of my favorite vehicles by Tuesday. Definitely will be recommending family to Mr. Esteban.

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Anthony was a great help in finding us a car. He wasn’t pushy at all and made sure we left happy. Thank you Anthony!

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Good service. Frank and team got it done.

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Esteban was very helpful and friendly. Helped us get a deal we wanted!

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Had a great buying experience with Thomas. Was quick and really helpful with the purchase of our new vehicle! Great place to buy a car, great deals!

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Today I was assisted by Zach, Austin and Jose. Both of them were very kind and helpful during my process. Zach was my salesperson and Jose ran the numbers and helped me in every which way they could. Customer service isn’t an issue here (:

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Kevin did a great job helping me get a good price!

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Thanks to my brother Anthony. I have a really nice car.This awesome car could not have been done without the best of help from Anthony.Thanks to the gang At Cal. Direct………………

Google

Bought very clean car for a good price. Eric is the best sales person.

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great customer service, Thomas really helped me get the truck I wanted. definitely recommend coming here

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Came in to ask for some prices and actually got a good and Fast deal, Thank you Esteban, will recommend to future buyers!

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Tamer was very nice and made sure my car was in good shape and put more gas in it!

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Andrew was just awesome in this whole process of getting my new ride. Have the car being delivered to me ✅ The spirit of the holiday season is here indeed!

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Nick was wonderful. He helped me and my fiancé out we got the car that we trimmed a wonderful customer service skills. I refer anybody to.

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Great experience with Josh purchasing my GS 350. Very helpful and professional !

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Andrew H, when I went in The best help and the smoothest purchase. 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.