Best Car Buying Experience I've Ever Had - Hands Down! I can honestly say this was the best car-buying experience I've ever had. Escondido Auto went completely above and beyond from the moment I walked in. Cisco was the sales professional who helped me, and he was incredible. No pressure, no gimmicks, no wasted time -- just straightforward, honest service. He made buying my Tesla unbelievably easy. The entire process took about 45 minutes, and I was driving off feeling confident and excited. They truly had the best prices around, and everything was transparent and smooth. Cisco answered every question, explained everything clearly, and made sure the whole transaction was stress-free. You don't find service like this very often. If you're looking for a dealership that values your time and treats you right, Escondido Auto is the place to go -- ask for Cisco! I'm already planning to come back for a truck in the near future. That's how good the experience was. Highly, highly recommend! read more

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Bought a Highlander last year and since then have dropped 5000 out of pocket to get it running somewhat good and now again im stranded with the same issue they claimed they fixed read more

I have purchased a lot of cars and actually owned a small auto dealership in my younger years. I can't say enough about Cisco as my sales person. He was super friendly, responsive and transparent about the process and vehicle I purchased. This was definitely the fastest and best car buying experience I've ever had. I was in and out of there in less than an hour including the test drive! 1000% recommendation to go and talk to Cisco if you're looking for a quality used car. read more

I've been casually looking for a weekday daily driver. My wife found this great deal at Escondido Auto Super Center. She encouraged me to look at it, so I sent a message via the website. Next morning Ruben calls me up and we booked first thing Saturday morning. When we got there, we saw the Crosstrek and Alejandro takes our information. They let us take our time to look at the car and test drive it. Car was perfect for my needs. When we came back, Ruben and Alejandro helped us every step of the way on the purchase. No stress, no haggling, no pressure. They were very efficient with their work and we got out of there, keys in hand in a little over an hour. Thanks again for your service! Highly recommend. read more

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I'm so thrilled to have found the van my husband and I've been looking for right here in Escondido. Ryan, Ruben, Cisco and Alejandro made this buying experience a pleasure and one of the easiest processes ever. They were all professional, kind and helpful. I feel like I've made new friends and I can honestly recommend them without reservation. You won't go wrong shopping here at Escondido Auto Super Center. Thanks Cisco and all! read more

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Scammers , totally took advantage of my family and young daughter by selling her a lemon of a used car . Barely out of the warranty and less than 4,000 miles after paying almost 20k for a used ford it was discovered that it needed over 12k in engine repair. The dealership refused to do the repair or the right thing. I would NEVER buy anything from these snakes ! Beware and please go anywhere else!! read more

Second time buyer from this used car dealership. First car was a Prius bought in 2019 and had zero issues. Second recent purchase, a 2015 Subaru Forester (totaling almost 20k) has been a complete nightmare!! I purchased the Subaru in September of 2025 and since then have had to return it to their service center FOUR, and about to be a FIFTH time for mechanical issues. The first time after driving for about 2 months the right control arm and left tie rod went bad, $600 out of pocket to have fixed. A month later the left control arm and right tie rod went bad, another $600 repair. Two weeks ago was driving to work and the car sputtered hard causing all the dash lights to come on. I immediately took it to their service department and was told they'd scan it to find the issue. Turned out to be a O2 sponsor, which they said would be another $600 to fix. I told them I'd do it myself. What their service department failed to realize or suggest is that a bad O2 sensor is a symptom of a bigger issue, SO now here I am again two weeks later with a broken down 20k used car. My next step is to send it to a Subaru dealer and have them diagnose it since the service department at Escondido Auto Super Center doesn't seem to want to take accountability or properly repair a lemon of a used car their dealership sold. read more

Auto Super Center is by far the best place I've ever taken my car. Their customer service is AMAZING. Victor was a pleasure to work with--he truly goes above and beyond to get the job done right. I'll always recommend this place to anyone needing service! read more

This is a draft from 2017 that I never posted :( Anyways, I loved this place! I went 3 times until I found the perfect car. They are super nice, understand exactly what you are looking for without being pushy to get a sale. I'll be back here first to search for a new car when the time comes. read more

https://www.edmunds.com/lexus/rx-350/2009/vin/2T2GK31U89C075846/?paymenttype=lease&radius=200 This guy "Cisco" with the big 10 gallon hat, telling me I have only a 15 minute test drive. Couldn't even take it to my mechanic brother. The so called owners, "Joe Lauer and Bill Blauer have no consideration for people looking to buy a car with this type of sales pressure. I wouldn't send my worst enemy here, that's how badly I was treated. And don't get me started with the lies, and fake phone ringing and fake one sided conversation I over heard on purpose by "Cisco" people are waiting here, been waiting for hours for you to get here and do your test drive. Lies, Lies, Lies no one was there, the vehicle is now 5 days posted, and he tells me all these people are waiting to buy it. read more

i was recommending them to friends after i bought my tesla. no more. i was told that when i do my taxes i will get a $4000 tax credit. well now that i did my taxes it turns out they never did the mandatory paperwork needed for me to get the rebate. i called talked to Cisco (also my original sales person) he said he will look into doing the paperwork and back dating it (very illegal) and that he will call me back. days later has not called me back. this dealership will say anything to close the deal but not follow thru afterwords. read more

Our tire pressure was saying that it's low so we decided to ask Escondido Auto to see if they could help us out. Cisco was great and looked out for us - he even extended services that he definitely was not required to do so we were super thankful. Thank you! read more

this is the 3rd car I buy with CIsco at escondido auto. I love how easy he makes the process and stress free. I moved out of state and went other places and didn't end up purchasing my new family car. it only took calling him to find what I needed and he even had it shipped to my home. thank you so much! I will def send all my friends and family. read more

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I went online yesterday, Sept. 29, 2025, on Facebook Marketplace San Diego and saw a 1986 Jeep CJ7 for sale. The price was $19,999.00. I thought, "Great! It looks good, let's go check it out." So, I got in my car in San Diego and drove to the Escondido Auto Super Center. When I arrived, I looked around and did not see this Jeep! I went inside and after telling the rep why I was there, he said, "Let me check, I think that one's been sold." (The Facebook Market San Diego ad said that had been online for 15 weeks.) Another rep came out and said that the Jeep in question was sold about three months ago! He asked where I got my information and I told him. My question is this: If you sold this vehicle 3 months ago, why is it STILL on Facebook Marketplace San Diego?? (And, of this writing, it is STILL on FMSD!) It was a great looking Jeep! Did they leave on FMSD just to get more business?? Is this their way of marketing??? I certainly hope not! I can understand if the the vehicle was recently sold and no one took the ad off FMSD! But....3 months?? To me, this SCREAMS OF DECEPTIVE ADVERTISING! I would NEVER recommend Escondido Auto Super Center to anyone! Escondido Auto Super Center.....get your act together! read more

Very good experience. Got the car I wanted at the price I wanted. Staff was very thorough, transparent and professional. I brought a master mechanic and his code reader with me and he checked everything off. Dealer addressed small issues next day. It was actually a fun time thumbs up to Ruben read more

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I had an amazing experience working with Cisco at Escondido Auto Super Center. He was friendly, took plenty of time answering my questions, let me take a long test drive of the car I was interested in, and didn't pressure me into the sale. I felt very well taken care of and he was just an all around great person to work with! I would absolutely recommend working with Cisco, 5 star experience. read more

Sysco was really great! He's very knowledgeable when it comes to cars and always finds a way to make it work for the customer! great and fast service! read more

5/5 stars for David I called and asked to look at a specific car and David was quick to have the car clean and ready for me to look at. David went over pricing and all details with NO pressure. As a first time car buyer that is what I genuinely appreciated. No pressure and him being 100% understanding of that. read more

Cisco was the sales rep that assisted me with my 2018 Tesla Model S purchase. He was very straight-forward and didn't give me any of the usual car sales bullshit. I would recommend this place. Seems like a no nonsense operation. Ask for Cisco! read more

Just want to let you know that Cisco was a great help in working with us in purchasing our Highlander. Would definitely recommend them for your auto needs. read more

Bought my 4Runner here 7 months ago and now bringing my Compa to buy his car...My experience at Escondido auto super center was excellent. Our salesman Ruben was courteous and very helpful. He made the buying process quick and painful. read more

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We bought a 4-Runner from this place a month or so ago. Worked with Cisco and Juan. Top notch sales people. Honest, ethical, communicative. Cannot say enough good things about this experience. And we're super happy with the truck too! read more

It's always a pleasure to come to Escondido Auto! Our go to is always Cisco! He has helped us with all of the cars that we've purchased here! We will definitely be coming back and referring them to our friends and family! read more

Purchased my first used car here. I flew out here from Sacramento. They were extremely helpful and reserved the vehicle for me.

I purchased a newer used HONDA CRV from this company. The was the car I wanted and I needed reliable transit for my elderly Mom. I like this model ... looks like a new car. Interior near- perfect. I drove down and made the purchase. They did not provide a second key as is customary for most cars especially from a dealer, and they charged me for the Lojack, which is an aftermarket add on. After I reviewed this with my insurance agent (he said it was consumer fraud to fore me to spend $795 for it!), the dealer kindly refunded the Lojack charge and took off the gadget. I had to drive back down to Escondido (100 miles RT). My Honda dealer looked over the vehicle and told me it was in great shape, as represented. He has all the service information, as the car had one owner for most of the time. It was certified and serviced 100% by an out of state Honda dealer. The only thing we had to do on the car was cosmetic (they should have replaced deteriorating molding). Otherwise it was a good value and an OK experience. read more

They are not transparent , cars are 3k-4k expensive then market, they charge me 1000 dollars to approve my credit, car of 15 k goes to 22k ..... read more

I've had this vehicle about five months now and it's been nothing but headaches. I replaced my spark plugs, $80. Didn't fix the issue. Not the alternator, tested that after I replaced the battery. Replaced the ignition coils. That was $80-$110? I've run seafoam through it twice. I checked for vacuum leaks. EVERY TIME I get gas it takes about 10 cranks to start up. Jumping it doesn't help because it isn't a battery issue so all I can do it just keep cranking it like an idiot until it decides to turn over. Still fluctuating rpm's while idling; It's a manual and whenever I am stopped at lights or in traffic I have to rock it while revving so it doesn't die but no one knows I drive a piece of crap so I just look like an a-hole in a stick shift My driver side visor is now completely broken. My check engine light is still on. I've tried to clear it after cleaning airflow sensor, replacing engine components and running fuel system cleaner, comes right back on. I don't know how they cleared the codes and got the car in good enough shape to sell on the lot. I know for a fact it had issues before it was sold to me because of the windshield fluid thing, the broken visor cover and I checked out the car fax--the previous owner did routine oil changes but after the last one took it back to the same shop a week/ten days later. Car was sold within 6 weeks from that date and I'm the sorry sucker that bought it from these shady people at auto super center. Still paying on a car that dies regularly, won't start up 30% of the time and that no one can pinpoint issues on. Not only is their return policy only ten days, the car warranty they offer expires after 1000 miles which most people drive in less than a month. I didn't notice serious issues until I was in the middle of nowhere Nevada after I got gas, I obviously hit the 1000 mile mark on my way back to California. Let's not forget the fact that I was a young female stuck in an unfamiliar place with a broken down vehicle that I had bought two weeks earlier for 13 thousand dollars. I could write paragraphs upon paragraphs of the disgust, disappointment and pure disdain I have for this company & all of the employees but I'm hoping what I've written already is enough to deter anyone else from falling for these scam artists polished turds. read more

Jon encouraged me to sell my truck to Carmax for half what I paid for it because he won't honor the warranty. Unfortunately, they've been taken to court so many times, they make you sign an arbitration agreement. These guys are liars and absolutely dishonest. Cisco and the other fat cats make sure they cover their rears. I normally don't wish bad things for people, but I hope Cisco, Jon, and Ruben all get what they deserve. Taking advantage of people is what this company is all about. Sleep well crooks. read more

me vendieron una tacoma mickey mouse ( solo le hecharon un adictivo sellador de fugas para poderlo vender) me dijeron que tenia garantia en motor y transmicion y al ultimo no me la hciieron valida y al mes de comprarla empezo a filtrar agua al motor por el empaque de la cabeza , me ofrecieron arreglarlo por $4000 dlls o hecharle un sellador por $200 no recomiendo comprar aqui read more

Great customer service before, during, and after purchase. Cisco was patient, knowledgeable, and very helpful in finding the perfect car within my budget. read more

I was trying to inquire about a car, so I messaged them on Facebook about it, was even willing to put a reserve on the car, told them my offer and I have cash to put down on the car, and then was told "let me go ask my boss" then they left me on read, never reached back out to me saying that car was in the process of being sold, wasn't contacted or anything. Then I was told the car was sold the next day, sales manger never reached out when I inquired about it. All I have to say is as a military member, this is horrible sales and customer service. Me being a great candidate for buying a car and having money for a cash down payment and then being ignored so they could focus on another customer is absolutely annoying. Wouldn't recommend. read more

Change the price at the last second, do not buy from here. They are scam artists. Long time Escondido resident.

Jose and the sales team is wonderful. he has helped me with my car. my wife car ,and now my friend John who is planning on getting a Toyota truck and the service team is amazing if you haven't already been here you need to go asap trust me you won't be disappointed . read more

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a great place to go looking for cars with a friendly staff. we needed a zero emissions car and have been looking for a year. Cisco was very easy to talk to gave us multiple options on buying the car and made it happen with ease. a big thank you to Cisco the finance guy and the whole staff. read more

good price in my opinion. However, there was a tire bulge at driver's front discovered the first day I bought it. After several calls of promising manager call me back, I was able to get in contact with someone responsible and communicated with me by text and calls, promising that they would give me a check to pay for the tire replacement. Few days later, I sent a text with my receipt of tire replacement attached, and there hasn't been a reply since then. Overall, it is a nice place to buy preowned cars, people are really nice and there is AC at the store. However, based on my experience, there can be a delay and less enjoyable experience for their after service. P.S. attached photo is the tire bulge mentioned above, in case of any ambiguity or suspension. read more

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DO NOT BUY A CAR HERE! Had the worse experience, they make me pay for a service that I didn't want (LoJack), then they offered a "Extended guarantee" I paid more the $2500 for it... 2 months later the car (month and a half) the car broke, I called to them to get help first to the service, it was 3:50 and the girl say the were about to close ( service is supposed to close at 5) and they can't do anything to help until next day, i call sales and the guy there told me to come over and leave the car there over night, I did. They say the "Extended guarantee"that I bought could or could not cover the issue (they don't even know what are they selling), he was contradicting him self. The girls from service told me that is different levels on the guarantee ( which they never informed when they sell it to me, if I knew this I would bought the one that cover everything) So I had to pay to them to get it fix, again "2 MONTHS" the car least.... Make yourself a favor and don't waste your money here read more

I have purchased multiple vehicles from Escondido Auto and could not be happier. They have a great reputation and have been in business for decades. If you're looking for a used vehicle I highly recommend checking them out. read more

Recently purchased a car and was most impressed by the convenience and professionalism of this staff. The sales team with David, Ruben, and Cisco were all helpful and listened to my needs for the vehicle and landed me on the most sensible automobile for my needs. They have a fantastic inventory and pricing. Thanks gents. read more

The Escondido Hyundai, customer service department is going downhill in customer service. I called the day before and asked if I would get a rental car or a ride home. They said I would get a ride home. The work to be completed is... 1. Oil Change 2. Tire rotation 3. Transition check/repair 4. Warranty check/repair 5. Tire Balance 6. Car wash The total cost was going to be over 300 dollars and six or more hours. When I arrived at the Hyundai service department, I was told by a female manager that I would have to spend 500 dollars or more to get a rental car. Then I was told we could only give you a ride home and back if it were less than 10 miles. I live just over 10 miles. In the past, I was given a rental car or a ride home and back to the dealers. I was also told that I go to a mall in Escondido. So, I am to spend 6 hour or more at the mall. That is not a good solution. I told them to stop any repairs and that I would take my Palisade Limited someplace else. When it comes time to get a new car, I will not go to Hyundai. When my coworkers or family ask me about my Palisade, I will tell them about this experience. read more

I do not recommend for someone to buy a car from here. While the entire interaction started out positive, it definitely did not end that way. The sales people were nice enough at the start, but were pushing us to buy accessories and service that we did not require. After telling them, repeatedly, that we did not want the accessories and service, we were informed that the Manager said that those are not optional and were required. Since when is Lo-Jack ever a mandatory accessory? Every other dealership has it as an option. Why can I not drive the car off the lot to where I live in Arizona? They kept telling me it had to be shipped. Every other dealership is able to provide a 3-4 day permit for it to be driven to where a person lives, this dealership apparently cannot or does not know how to do this. When I asked to talk to the manager about these, I was told he is not available. Although, the manager apparently had enough time to talk to the salesperson, he could not make the time to talk to a customer. In fact, if the manager responds to this post within a day, it proves the point everything that is said above. On pushing accessories and services that are not required. Additionally, he looks for these reviews then tries to put a positive spin on the bad review. read more