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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CarGurus

My experience was good staff was polite and knowledgeable

Google

Experience here was great they worked really well with me and George made the process very quick and easy. Will definitely be referring people to this place in the future and possibly returning aswell.

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Norco Auto trade to carry my car I'm very satisfied with your service thank you for your service

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I hate going to car dealerships, but Esteban was super friendly and made everything so easy to understand, quick and easy. Thank u for helping me get into a newer safer car.

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Had a great experience. Esteban made our experience in purchasing a car as simple and fast as possible.

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AP at Fontana Motors Direct was genuine, helpful, and flexible! He made buying my first car through a dealership a great experience! I highly recommend asking for him!!

CarGurus

The staff at the dealership were kind, professional, and flexible. I was able to purchase the car on the website quickly and recommend working with them!

Google

AP was great to work with! Made the process for buying our new car very straightforward. Would gladly work with him again.

Google

I recommend this Dealership a lot. Especially working with Tristan he did good job. Paper work great! Ask for him

Google

George was an amazing sales man! Would love to have him again if we come back to get another vehicle!

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Tristan was great! Love my Ioniq 5

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Tristan was great! So helpful and very kind. They were efficient and great place to buy a car from!

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Came out winning. Got exactly the car that lit up our faces. If you want the hook-ups, connect with Daniel (Danny) Gonzalez. Excellent customer service. Will tailor your finances to you. And makes sure you get the car you want. I would buy another car with him for the service and the quality of selection of cars. Competitive prices, variety of stock, and excellent customer service. We did research with other places. Don’t waste your time with the weak competition. Connect with Danny. Down to earth, real talk, friendly service. Definitely worth the 4 hour drive.

Google

Had such a pleasant visit today. Danny Gonzalez was my salesman and helped me get all set up with my dream car! He was very helpful with answering all my questions and testing cars to find the perfect one for me. In all very good experience here and everyone here was super helpful and nice.

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Jhonatan assisted us today in looking for a vehicle for our daughter who is going away to college. He was very friendly, very patient , very helpful and knowledgeable. Everything we asked for he made happen. He brought us a couple slices of pizza and always made sure we had water. (It was a very hot day) we will definitely be back and recommend Jhonatan to all our family and friends.

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Austin was very helpful and friendly left with a 2022 kia forte would recommend 100%

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My guy Gio really hooked me and my mother up on a new vehicle, go to him for the best deal! Hands down good guy & professional!

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10/10 service was great ! they were negotiable and fast which we all love , made sure we were comfortable with our choice and would definitely recommend getting a car here especially if you are a first time buyer !

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This was my first time getting a car and it was a very positive experience and I learned a lot, the workers are very friendly and patient. They offered water and snacks multiple times And helped us get our first car without any hassle.

Google

Great customer service. If anyone is looking to buy a car California Motors Direct is the place to go!

Google

Had a great experience with George and Fernando! They worked with my husband to get the deal that worked for us! Highly recommended! Top notch service!

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I came in today to buy a car for my sons. Austin was our sales person and he was very helpful. He helped us find a car that my sons liked, and at a price point that I could afford. If you are looking to buy a car we recommend going to see Austin.

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Austin was great and helped us find something perfect for us.

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My salesman AP was on point and very honest and helpful on getting the vehicle I needed. Didn’t push anything on me I didn’t want. 💪🏽

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I had an amazing experience purchasing my 2024 BMW 330i from this dealership. Dillon made the entire buying process smooth, answered all of my questions, and was incredibly patient and helpful from start to finish. Even after I purchased the car, he continued to make sure I was taken care of. I also want to thank Christian for all of his help after I purchased the car. I needed a few services done, and he was incredibly professional, responsive, and made the whole process easy. He went above and beyond to make sure everything was taken care of. Overall, the customer service was outstanding, and I truly appreciate everything Dillon and Christian did. I would definitely recommend this dealership to anyone looking to purchase a vehicle!

Google

Danny was helpful and made the process easy

Google

Today I buy my first car from Esteban he is really very nice person. He gives us best deal. Thank you Esteban and Direct motors

Google

Has been great at helping us find the perfect car within our budget!

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Tristan was a great sales rep! They worked with situation and gave me the best possible deal and I got the car I want. Everyone is really nice and polite at this dealership!

Google

Joel and Moe went above and beyond to provide outstanding service. Got me financed. Highly appreciated…

Google

Very helpful, I got what I wanted for the price I wanted and had no problems 10/10

Google

We were attended promptly and walked out with what we wanted, Joel took care of us. Highly recommended.

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Moe really helped me find exactly what I needed! Much appreciated

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Moe really helped me out best place to get a car great attention and good people 🙏

Google

Loved the service provided, helped me out with my needs very professional, Mo helped me out a lot helped me get a great deal and provided great customer service

Google

Thank you so much to Moe for selling me the 2020 Honda accord he did amazing work on getting me into my first car in the future I would love to come back!

Cars.com

I worked with Angel. He was extremely helpful and attentive during the entire process. We purchased an EV. He was upfront about issues and next steps. He allowed us to lift the car up and inspect the undercarriage. I would purchase a car here again! Thank you.

Google

Tristan was very helpful from start to finish. He made the process very easy and answered all my questions accordingly. He took the extra time during our test drives and made the car buying experience a breeze. Highly recommend going to Tristan for your next car purchase.

Google

George helped me out, went through everything with us. Found everything we were looking for and brought everything he could find and didn’t push for other vehicles or higher prices. Really appreciate the process here

Google

Just purchased a beautiful Audi A4 from Esteban, he couldn’t have been nicer and more accommodating. Our experience was super easy from the moment we arrived. We would definitely work with him again and recommend them to others.

Google

Out looking for a work truck didn’t find anything. Looked at this last spot and ran into Michael, showed us some vehicles and got us into a Toyota Tacoma. Very happy with our experience here. Would definitely buy another car here when needed and recommend to everyone. Also thank to Alex and manager Jonathan for their assistance in getting us taken care of. Special appreciation to Christian in service for taking me through the process of getting my vehicle maintenance completed and back on the road.

Google

I had a great experience purchasing my car! The staff was patient, professional, and worked hard to help me get approved despite my credit challenges. They answered my questions, kept me updated throughout the process, and made sure I left with a vehicle I love. I never felt pressured, and they worked with me to find a payment that fit my budget. Thank you to everyone who helped make this process smooth and stress-free. I truly appreciate all of your hard work and would definitely recommend this dealership to anyone looking for a vehicle!

Google

Austin worked his magic and got us a good deal! Thank YOU AUSTIN! 👏🏽

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David Montes was the best auto dealer I've ever worked with! He was honest, friendly, and made the whole car-buying process easy and stress-free. He answered all of my questions, never pressured me, and truly cared about helping me. Any time I had any questions he was quick to answer even after the deal was done.I highly recommend asking for David if you're looking for a great experience! Cristian Zamorano was amazing to work with! He made the whole service process easy, kept me updated, and made sure my car was taken care of. He was professional, helpful, and went above and beyond to make everything a smooth experience. I really appreciate all of his help and highly recommend working with him!

Google

Gooooo austinnnnn

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Christian Hernandez sold my wife and I our dream family car! He was polite, professional and knowledgeable. He worked with us to get the best deal possible. 5 Stars for Christian!

Google

Great dealership they got me in and out they gave me a very nice ca for a reasonable price everyone is very nice and respectful

Google

Received help from Esteban today, who made this entire process completely transparent and quick. We will be returning here for any future care purchases or needs. :)

Google

Had a really smooth experience and Carlos made it easy and explained everything even if I asked a million questions !

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.