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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

Great dealership outstanding customer service. I’m a first time buyer, and they made it all work out for me very easily would definitely come back again for another car in the future, and suggest here for friends.

Jonathan HollowayMay 26, 2023
Google

Wry good experience and a lot help very nice Herman it’s the best

Leticia PerezMay 26, 2023
Cars.com

Great service by Angel, I came to look for a car to trade in. He is very knowledgeable and helpful. He had the car detail before handed it to me.

GiovanniMay 25, 2023
Google

Raul was great!

Sonny harperMay 24, 2023
Google

The Dealership was very helpful and willing to work with us. Abe Eldick was patient and walked through everything. I would definitely come back for another car in the future

Cody LombardiMay 24, 2023
DealerRater

Definitely a great experience, the seller and the manager help us to get the vehicle we were looking for , definitely I would recommend this dealer

Henry RamosMay 24, 2023
Google

I went in here knowing what car I wanted and everything went great. Matt made the process super easy and made sure I was satisfied with everything. Really couldn’t be happier with my purchase!

Nathan TesioMay 23, 2023
Google

Great service Carlos was a lot of help and friendly keeping me post of the updates and answering all my questions

Ismael GomezMay 22, 2023
Google

My 2nd time here.. excellent customer service.. trevor is my guy really helpful and got my son in a car for being a first time buyer.. thanks trevor i really recomend you to my daughters next purchase😊😊😊

jose ContrerasMay 21, 2023
Google

Easy negation I’m so happy with the customer service

Kiara MartinezMay 20, 2023
Google

Ashton Martin helped us ! Super cool and funny ! Gave us the best deal ! Highly recommended we I’ll be coming back for our auto-needs

Monica JonesMay 19, 2023
Google

Brandon was great! Answered all our questions and made us super happy!

Marissa SalazarMay 19, 2023
Google

Anthony was a pleasure to work with and just a delightful person. The dealership is nice and Anthony was the reason we purchased our car today. 100% recommend Anthony and California Motors Direct. Wonderful experience. Two thumbs way up!

Renee HantkeMay 18, 2023
Google

Emilia MaganaMay 18, 2023
CarGurus

Very pleasant experience. No pressure from sales and I am very happy with the car.

Sl1683May 16, 2023
Google

I recently had the pleasure of purchasing a BMW from California Motors Direct, The staff at the dealership went above and beyond to ensure that I found the perfect car for my needs.The sales associate who helped me was extremely knowledgeable and patient, Every employee I interacted with was friendly, welcoming, Thank you, for helping me find the perfect car!"

navjot thindMay 16, 2023
Google

Great service Carlos was a lot of help and friendly keeping me post of the updates and answering all my questions

Ismael GomezMay 15, 2023
Google

Herman was the BEST. This was my first time buying a car and he made me feel super comfortable and helped me out through everything. The team overall cares about getting you the best deal. I was denied from the bank but they tried multiple times to get me approved and I finally did. I didn’t feel intimidated or like I was being forced to buy.

Royer PerezMay 13, 2023
CarGurus

Fantastic dealership. Great help from Peter Vidal. He ensured a smooth transaction and was helpful with financing options. Great dealership with a big selection.

BrianMay 13, 2023
Google

We had a wonderful experience that was painless and enjoyable. We were helped by Mr. Isaac who was very attentive and kind. 😊

wendyMay 13, 2023
Google

Herman was helpful in the process of purchasing my vehicle and Albert helped with the evaluation of my trade-in too. A relatively quick purchase as well.

Joshua CalderonMay 13, 2023
Google

Herman was fantastic. Responsive and flexible given quick turnaround we needed.

Brad BoydMay 13, 2023
Google

Service was great. If you’re looking to get a car THIS IS THE PLACE!

Ciara EdwardsMay 11, 2023
Google

Luis was great! Helped me find the right vehicle. They were not pushy and I felt comfortable.

Elide AvilaMay 11, 2023
Google

Herman made my car shopping experience a breeze. Got me approved for what I wanted and handled everything efficiently and professionally.

Anjinee GastonMay 09, 2023
Google

I have never bought a car from dealership before and it's always giving me anxiety to know that they have to run my credit. When I called in I really did not expect to be driving home with a Lexus Hybrid. However the salesman there Yohannes did everything in his power to help in accommodate me. I can honestly say buying a car from this lot was one of the best experience I ever had! I really appreciate how kind the staff was to meet as well. I would definitely recommend anybody to go to the lot and ask for Yohannes.

Briana RoseboroughMay 09, 2023
Google

Thank you Ashton Martin for incredible service

Olivia OrozcoMay 07, 2023
Cars.com

My experience at California motors was phenomenal excellent service to the agent Carlo help me out to the fullest. Make sure I had a car that I want. Keep up the good work I give them a five star.

Miss nixonMay 06, 2023
Google

Salesman Brett was excellent. Very professional and informative. Definitely will come back for another car within a year.

Paulo PerezMay 06, 2023
Google

This is my 3rd time buying from California motor trade. Always good customer service. Aston was our sales dealer this time he was very helpful and made things easy when buying my vehicle and i will refer him to anyone in the future

yvonneMay 05, 2023
Google

If you’re looking for a Nice car, good miles, good price.. shop here!! They are very attentive to exactly what your looking for.. I went to different dealers and they were trying to show me everything but what I wanted and I realized I should’ve came here first!! Christian helped us out, he was very cool, professional and nice. I love my new car!!

Sydney ColemanMay 04, 2023
Google

Salesman Brett was excellent. Very professional and informative. Definitely will come back for another car within a year.

Paulo PerezMay 03, 2023
Google

Sebastian was the first person we met with when we arrived at the dealership. Very friendly & welcoming. He was very detailed with everything & Frank was very thorough as well when it came to financing. I love my new Scion IM . Thanks again 😊🙌

Daniella RomeroMay 02, 2023
Google

Carlos the salesmanship was more than helpful. He did everything in his power to help us get what we wanted.

James ShermanMay 02, 2023
Google

Me gustó mucho la atención que me brindo mi asesor Cristian, muy amable. Sin duda volveré.

Lupita TrujilloMay 02, 2023
CARFAX

We came in with bad credit expecting the worst. We ended up with the car we wanted and a monthly payment lower than we expected even with the warranty. Everyone was very nice and very helpful. Steven was a lot of fun showing us the car. Benjamin worked his magic on financing. Highly recommend!

Kyle F.May 02, 2023
Google

Herman was great! Made the process of buying our car easy and answered any and all questions we had.

Allie OchsnerMay 01, 2023
Google

Herman was fantastic! He assisted us pick the right car for my wife and I and answered any and all questions we had. He let us test drive two cars and he was very helpful and made the whole process quick and a lot more fun than purchasing a vehicle should be.

Tanner DrageMay 01, 2023
Google

Yohannes was amazing 10/10. Was straight forward and gave us a great deal. Would definitely purchase through him again.

TariqApr 30, 2023
Google

I had probably the best car buying experience with Brett. I’m very satisfied with how truthful and easy this process was the other day. Thanks again Brett.

Andrew ZApr 29, 2023
Google

Hands down, the best car purchase experience I've ever had. I just stopped in to look at a 2021 Honda Accord Sport SE. Justin went with me on the test drive and I loved the car. We sat down to talk about the numbers. Their price was already reduced for an online sale and that was below Kelley Blue Book value. We negotiated out the extras and the financing and shook hands. While they definitely wanted to make a sale, I never felt pressured about it. It all went so smooth! Loving my new car and the whole experience! Thanks, Justin!

Brian ShiveApr 28, 2023
Google

The best experience ever. I could not be happier with their costumer service. If you need help with finding a good reputable dealership that will work with you then look no further. I found my dream car for a great price.

Felipe De SouzaApr 28, 2023
Google

Great service i was in and out . I will most definitely be recommending people here . Raymond was so great .

Branae ScogginsApr 28, 2023
Google

christian castilleApr 27, 2023
Google

Well from the beginning all started good. Customer service great, comunicación great, in general all great. It was my first time experience in buying a car and it was a good one thank you again LA Aotu Exchange for the experience keep up the good work.

Jacobo OlivaresApr 27, 2023
Cars.com

Jerry & Jesse were awesome, and everyone was super helpful. Not pushy, super patient, and did everything they could to get me my dream car! Can’t thank those gentlemen and the entire team enough!

Angela LugoApr 26, 2023
Google

Chris helped me out. Cool guys, makes the sale easy. Fast at getting you in and out too. 2017 Chevy bolt ev LT

Angel GonzalezApr 25, 2023
Google

They work fast got me in what I wanted and very friendly. I will be going back for a second vehicle

Stephanie WilsonApr 25, 2023
Google

Herman was very courteous, helpful and professional.

Yoly GutierrezApr 25, 2023
Google

Excelente servicio 2 carros pero el mejor servicio me lo dio el famoso petter pregunten por el

Swhamy PerezApr 24, 2023

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.