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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Google

This was my first car purchase and I really enjoyed the customer service, best dealership out there and Abe was very helpful as well on this purchase!

Google

Abe is the best car salesman, he worked with me and got me the car I wanted and the team there help me as well, please go and get your car from here they really are the best

Google

Got a good deal. Great customer service. No issues. Thanks Jiovanni.

Google

Very good people skills, very knowledgeable, bought car less than asking price, walked away a very happy customer with a QX-60 thanks again Nick.

Google

I bought my 2019 RAM 1500 from here and the process was very easy and stress free. George was very kind and straight forward about my purchase from the moment I called in. He did not attempt to sell me on any additional services, warranties or unnecessary fees. He was kind enough to provide me with an out-the-door price and allowed me to test drive the vehicle before even running my credit. They replaced the battery, replaced some broken trim pieces and completely filled up my tank with gas before I pulled off the lot as well. I got a competitive APR rate as well. I would definitely recommend coming here if you’re looking to purchase a vehicle hassle free.

Google

Junior was amazing. He made the process super easy and fast. He was also very accommodating to my needs. Thank you for an amazing customer service and to Benjamín too. Lorena

Cars.com

I genuinely have no words to thank Mr David for the amazing customer service he provided. I was in the market for a vehicle for my daughter and wanted something safe and reliable. David did such a great job guiding us thru the whole process and was always able to answer our questions ( which were quite a few ). He genuinely made the whole process extremely easy and pleasant. I will be purchasing a vehicle for myself shortly and now I know exactly who to contact. Thank you from the bottom of my heart David!, keep the great work!

Google

Great customer service thank you to David for making my purchase happen.

Google

Andres was a complete and total pleasure to work with, not pushy and very knowledgeable on whatever we asked him about. He made the process easy and smooth which is not always how car purchases end up being, life is chaotic at times and it was great to deal with someone who made a stresser feel breezy. Thanks Andres!

Google

My car lease experience today, was HIGHLY ABOVE, BEYOND & EXCEEDED, any/all expectations- I WAS ABSOLUTELY DELIGHTED & JOYOUS OF OUTCOMES, w/o a blemish of a doubt- Nicolas provided me w a fully guided, thorough, fully-supported & TRULY, SATISFACTION-GAURANTEED car-leasing journey, onto the PERFECT JOURNEY, of/toward/for leasing my now, new vehicle!!! I CANNOT ELABORATE SUFFICIENTLY, HOW NICOLAS’s THOROUGHNESS, EXPERTISE , TRANSPARENCY, tailored by his sincerity, empathetic, and improvised ‘ appropriateness’ of service guidance feedback & literal MASTERING of his trait, has ADDED A TINY DOSE OF TRUSTED ‘BLISS’ to my life & new car-driving journey… I WOULD RECOMMEND HIS SERVICE W ABSOLUTE CONFIDENCE & w FULL CONFIDENCE, that he would replicate this asset/gift, upon anyone who’d require this support- I AM STOKED & HAVE UTMOST GRATITUDE FOR EVERY SPECK OF TODAY’s car leasing experience, w flying colors- ENDLESSLY GRATEFUL TO NICOLAS for this!!!!

Google

Andrew was so great and accommodating. I love my new car, thanks again. Gave us a good deal for my Corolla.

Google

Andrew was very helpful and friendly. Very happy with the service. Walked out with a great deal.

Google

Very friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful would recommend to friends and family

Google

10/10 recommend coming here I came from the Bay Area ask for Raul he helped me out got me approved I flew out here soon as possible now I’m driving back home in my new q50

Google

Great experience!!!! Johnny service was top notch. Very straight forward. I flew in from the Bay area. They sent someone to pick me up from the airport. Gave me great details and accommodated me to best of his ability. He even gave me meal!!! Slide through CMT!!!

Google

Josh was very helpful and pleasant Highly recommend!

Google

Marilyn at Customer Happiness took care of me, I initially had a bad experience with the car I purchased so I ended up returning the vehicle and getting out of my contract. Marilyn made that process very smooth and spoke clearly and handled matters promptly. Thank you so much.

Google

Jiovani was amazing! helped me and my grandma buy my first car! highly recommend going to him and this place.

Google

Joshua was very helpful Frank the manager was great. Both great personality very profesional and helpful

Google

Met with Anthony Jacobo and He was great. He Very professional and Friendly. He was never flustered and was very accommodating on my requests.

Google

Josh was my car dealer salesman and he was awesome!!! I highly recommend him, he took his time to help me find a car and get it! He gave me his honest opinion on everything and tried his very best to get me a great deal. If you come here ask for Josh !!!! He went above and beyond :)

Google

Darrell was a great help when selecting my Son’s birthday gift. He was very kind and a refreshing salesman that was at no point pushy. Great experience buying and I highly recommend if you are in the market, stop in and pay him a quick visit.

Google

Excellent service

Google

Raul and david are a great team! Very kind and professional, would recommend this place to anyone.

Google

Gabriel Ontiveros at California Motors Direct Santa Ana Was really helpful walk me through everything and got me into a new car. Much appreciated! 🙏🏾🙏🏾

Google

I was referred by a friend who bought his car here 2 years ago. Before comming in I called the day prior and scheduled an appointment to test drive a car that had caught my attention. Upon arrival, I was greeted by a friendly staff that granted my requests of test driving multiple vehicles before narrowing down my selection. Eddy and Alex made the whole purchasing process a pleasant shoping experiance and were very helpful even after the purchase was made. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking to buy a car, as they have a wide selection of vehicles and fair prices.

Cars.com

We had a great experience with Peter at Ca. Motors Direct Santa Ana. Customer service was exceptional!!! I would absolutely do business again here. Thank you, Victoria 🙂

Google

Thank you to Junior and Benjamin for assisting in the smooth process in order for me to get a vehicle! Appreciate it and will definitely recommend! :)

Google

Great experience! Gerardo was extremely helpful and patient! He made sure i got the best of the best within my price range. I’m extremely satisfied, thank you!

Google

Dakota Patterson was such a huge help his time and effort to adjust and care for the customer his service was great and I’ll definitely come back for any future vehicle purchase or recommendations to my family about his time and patience and catering for the customer !!! Rate 15/10 experience from him

Google

Kevin Arellano helped me , excellent communication had the paperwork ready before I arrived . Easy transaction I was in and out within a hour with my new vehicle.

Google

Raul is a professional and well rounded sales person. My overall experience was great!

Google

Excelente servicio me ayudaron mucho muy buenos carros y atención Peter es muy bueno gracias

Google

andrew was helpful

Google

Called in with an urgent issue, and Marilyn from the customer Happiness team went above and beyond in helping me with my request. Very appreciative of her work and thoroughness.

Google

This place is really a 5 star establishment. I had such a bad experience trying to find the right car at different dealerships until I found this one. Jonny was a huge help, he made things clear and easy for me. He got me approved with a down payment I could afford and mind you this was my first time financing anything! I would recommend this place to anyone trying to get a car they really do work wonders. All in all the service and quality of this place is amazing. Thank you to Jonny again my family and I appreciate you!

Google

Shout out to Joshua V! He’s very friendly and easy going. He made the process fun and we had an amazing test drive.

CarGurus

Great communication

Google

Great service! These guys worked hard to get me the car that I wanted, thanks to Raul and David.

Google

Best prices for good quality used cars. Anthony J was awesome! He was very friendly & helpful with my purchase. Made the process super easy. Highly recommended him for any car purchase. Thank you!

Google

Estamos muy contentos con el servicio que nos brindaron, Junior nos hizo sentir muy comodos a pesar que nuestro ingles no es muy bueno, el nos contesto todas nuestras dudas y nos ayudaba con el poco español que el sabia, quedamos encantados con la camioneta que compramos, esta en excelente estado, muy limpia y muy cuidada, gracias también a Benjamin que nos ayudo a adquirir nuestro credito con el interés mas bajo que pudo encontrar para nosotros! 100% recomendados

Google

I recently had the pleasure of purchasing a car from Josh, and I must say, the experience was exceptional. From the moment I stepped onto the lot, I was greeted with professionalism and a genuine interest in helping me find the right car. Josh was incredibly knowledgeable, patiently answering all my questions and providing insightful advice without any pressure. The level of service and dedication was remarkable, making the entire process smooth and enjoyable. I highly recommend Josh to anyone looking for a hassle-free and trustworthy car buying experience!

Google

The best costumer service ever

Google

George Kunkel is the man. Extremely friendly and helpful. Explained everything in detail. No punches pulled. I would definitely refer him to anyone looking for a fair deal on a used car.

Google

Awesome service Super friendly and fast service Andrew help me with the whole process smoothly thank you Highly recommend this place👌

Google

Andrew was friendly and helpful while looking for a new vehicle

Google

Great experience, Anthony helped me out throughout my entire car purchase (2020 Camaro 2SS) . He was always open to answer any questions I had. Great experience, definitely would recommend buying a car with him.

Google

I had a great experience getting my toyota from Raul Amaya. Great car for an amazing price!

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.