I recently purchased a used Nissan Leaf from Motorize Auto Direct (imported from the USA). I did not actually visit the physical store because I live in Vancouver and I didn't have the time to go across to the Island to check out the car (it would have taken an entire day). Julian at Motorize was very helpful in sending me pictures and detailed information about the car so that I felt confident buying without actually seeing the car. They also arranged for their driver to deliver the car to Vancouver for me. At every point in the transaction I felt that Julian and Cam were very friendly, professional and helpful and they always had time to answer my hundreds of questions about the car. They seem to have become quite well known around Victoria and Vancouver as the go-to guys for imported Nissan Leafs (Leaves?). Just the day after I bought the car, I was charging the car in Vancouver and a woman starts asking me the usual questions about electric cars.. then she mentions, oh there is this place called Motorize that sells them ;) So far I am loving this car.. thanks guys read more

Although we don't live on Vancouver Island, we custom-ordered a 2013 Leaf through Motorize based on a recommendation from a previous customer and initial phone conversations with Julian about how their brokerage business works. It was a new way of buying a used car, and I have to say the entire experience was a revelation! We had numerous phone and email conversations with Cam, and he sent us many photos and several vehicle inspection reports as we narrowed down our criteria for just the right car for us. There was never any pressure to settle for an easier-to-find combination of features over the eight weeks it took for him to locate that right car. And when we went to pick it up, he spent three hours going over the car and giving us a great start on understanding its many bells and whistles. I couldn't ask for better service! Even now, two months after our purchase, I feel confident that if I had a question about the car, Cam or Julian would cheerfully answer it. The car itself? We love driving it! read more

I'm so happy I found this place. I have been itching to get an electric vehicle for many years, and finally it was time to get one. I started searching for used electrics and somehow I ended up on the Motorize website... thank goodness I did! I absolutely LOVED my experience working with Julian and Cam and all the guys out there. The vibe is one of warmth, honesty, integrity, and fun. Not like a "traditional" car dealership at all! They gave me great value for my trade, a very competitive price on the super 2013 SL Leaf, and I drove away not only with a terrific new car, but some new friends as well. I can't say enough good things about this business. It just feels good to be there, and man, did I learn a lot about EVs and the car business! The customer service is beyond beyond. They'll spend as much time with you as you need... and they let me borrow a Leaf for a few DAYS to try it out! Simply wonderful. Highly recommend to anyone looking to buy or sell a car. read more

I recently purchased an imported 2013 LEAF from Motorize. I am delighted with the car, and even more delighted with the above-and-beyond attention, care and service of Julian and Cam. These two fellows know more about EV's in general, and the Nissan LEAF in particular, than anyone else on Vancouver Island, and they use their knowledge and expertise to make certain they deliver the best product to their customers, in the best condition they can make it. They love the product they sell, and they do their best to make sure their customers love it as well. They work hard to find the best used cars out there and sell them at a reasonable price in the best condition they can make them. They are a pleasure to do business with. I can't remember ever saying this about a used car salesman, and I've been buying cars for over 50 years. If you are thinking about buying an electric car, visit this place first before you sign any contract. read more

Highly recommended. Julian at Motorize is trustworthy, reliable, and thorough. He sold Leafs to several of our friends; that's how we learned about Motorize. Further, after making a commitment to us on a car, he worked hard to keep that commitment, even though many obstacles, that were outside his control, got in the way. Throughout the deal, he helped us to understand the contract, educated us about how the car works, and responded either himself or via Cameron after hours to our phone calls. We also learned that they've hired a competitive road biker to pick up the imports from the USA. He bikes across the boarder, puts his bike in the trunk, and drives the Leaf into BC. How cool is that? Those are just a few of the many reasons why the entire process was convenient, fun, and satisfying. We really like our Nissan Leaf and will do business again with Motorize. read more

Ive yet to have a boring day at work. Finally a job that doesn't feel like one! The staff at Motorize are extremely friendly and easy to get along with, not too mention the type of clientele that are attracted to Motorize are great to deal with too. Im happy to have such a great opportunity to sell under a low-pressure environment, working under the business plan that Julian Sale has set in place makes it easy to be upfront and honest with the clientele. If I'm advocating for the customers who walk through our doors, "its the only dealership around to tell it like it is". Ive yet to have anything less than a pleasurable experience working here and I hope to continue my job here at Motorize for years to come. read more

Thanks Dylan and Julian I met these two guys 6 months before buying a car from them. It took some time and some research but i finally bought a Tesla from them. I haven't regretted the purchase, not one percent. Dylan was very knowledgable and friendly. One thing that differentiated him from other car sales people was his patience and understanding. He followed up and waited, instead of calling for a sale....leading to a commission. It took a while but I found the car I truly wanted not the car i thought I wanted. Julian was also very friendly and helped in many ways, with his product knowledge and personable disposition. It was an overall amazing transaction from start to finish. Thanks guys A read more

We successfully purchased a 2013 Leaf in July, 2015. We are from Coquitlam, so the process to purchase a car from the Island, felt a bit risky, but the owner Julian was able to ease our mind. After they sourced a car with our desired criteria, all information about the car was sent to us. We then had final says if we wanted to proceed or not, we are glad we did. In our case, Julian was able to personally deliver car and spend the time giving us a crash course on its operation. And the car turned out exactly as expected. He was even very flexible on some of our terms which worked greatly in our favor. We are very satisfied and would not hesitate to do business with Motorize again. read more

I collected my 2012 Nissan Leaf from Motorize two weeks ago and it looked and drove like a brand new car. Six hundred kilometers have passed underneath since then and the car still amazes me. I spoke at some length with Cam and Julian before deciding to put my trust in them. I wasn't disappointed. They take care to select only the very best vehicles to add to their showroom or source for their customers, and it shows. I have recommended their services to my friends and when I'm ready for my next car I will be back again to garner their friendly advice and seemingly boundless knowledge of specialised vehicles. read more

Not your average used car lot experience. I was skeptical at first, two young guys, modest premises, not always easy to get hold of, but they satisfied every issue (and I had a few of them) brought up with them about the car I ended up buying. They bent over backwards to make sure I was happy, offered me things I wasn't even asking for. It was truly the most amazing car buying experience I've ever had. Julian and Cam........you guys rock! read more

Just had our '03 Miata detailed by Motorize Auto Direct and let me tell you she looks like she did when we bought her! OMG I can't believe it! Miles' attention to detail is unbelieveable!! I have used a number of auto detailers in the past being the owner of 3 vehicles and 2 boats, but nothing compares to this!!! Wow, I'm signing up now to get the rest of our "fleet" done! So glad I found you guys!! read more

Well, Julian and Cam gave me an early Easter present -- had some paint scrapes from forgetting our car is about 2 feet longer in the nose than our previous Matrix. No problem for these guys; in a few minutes they made it new. Charge? -- oh NO, customer service. Thanks guys. read more

Check the little link below for the "not recommended" reviews. Yelp robots hide reviews from new members of the yelp community. These reviews become active when a yelp users profile is more active. - julian. read more