I admit I am a first time car buyer when I came to this place, I am truly grateful and happy with the decision I made to going here. I was nervous, scared, doubtful, and negative about getting a vehicle here I desperately needed. I walk in and there was a warm welcome from everyone, it was forced or fake they was happy to see me despite them not knowing me. I didn't regret the contact or purchase one bit, they make you feel good about what you're doing in a positive manner, they are professional at their work, they enjoy what they do and it is well expressed through the company. It's small but that doesn't stop them from being originally unique. Everyone in there wants to help you or talk to you, it's laid back and causal in there. Nothing is professionally forced for a image, it's not like any other place where you have to talk to one guy that is genuinely trying to help you despite it could possibly cost him his money hungry job that don't care about the customers needs or their fellow co-workers. This company compromise with you, work with you, communicate with you. They're patient and understanding. All you need to do it communicate with them and be puntiual about your time. They fix your car when you have a problem with it. That is rare. If anyone says different about it is because you went in a certain way and left that same way. Can't give attitude and not expect a rude awakening. Go in with a good head on your shoulders and a positive mentality. Thank you drivesmart you don't know how badly I needed this car. Thank you. read more

This is a genuine review and my honest opinion about Drive Smart experience. I don't give them that often. The experience I had at Drive Smart was like no other I've ever experienced before​ when purchasing a vehicle. The whole experience from the beginning to the end was totally stress free & every went smoothly from the time I called and spoke with Alex my sales guy and during in process of it all when Mike helped me tremendously. Good guy. And Taylor? A genuinely nice guy , totally understanding and and without questions asked, he was willing to listen and help me with a small problem i was having It took a couple days to fix it, but his goal was to fix whatever it was for me as soon as possible. Every time I called Taylor he answered the phone directly and the only words that came out of his mouth was yes sure no problem, lets make it happen. It was a really great experience and honestly, it kinda caught me off guard. I was expecting pushy aggressive sales people up in my face following my every move. It was nothing like that. The rest of the people who work there were terrific as well and extremely helpful. Drive Smart is where i will purchase any car i get in the future their prices are great & they truly work with you if you have less than good credit.. I've already recommended Drive Smart to several family members and friends. I 100% totally recommend Drive Smart to anyone who is searching to buy a great car at great price. Thanks Guys read more

this is how i bought my 2013 rav4 with 10000 miles on it. l call the dealer and Taylor(the owner) answer the phone l asked questions and he answer all of them very polite and l notice he was very honest while we were talking. how do i know this maybe because he never brag about (this is the best car. the best place. you wont find another deal like this etc,etc, like other sales person told me before) he just told me that l more than welcome to come and see the car at any time so l drove down there same day and l meet Jonny very nice guy too. he took me where the car was and told me that l can chek everything on the car and take any time l want, he also game the keys to test drive it by myself . no rush , no pushing, no nothing. so took my time to check everything on the car and also test drive it, (remenber the car has only 10000 miles on it it was still like brand new) so after came back l told jonny that i want it so l ask for a discount cause i was paying cash and they did i got my car at a great price, oh and the best part they dont try to sell all the extra garbage on top the car that other dealers do. l had a great experience at this dealer l am another happy customer. thank u guys @ Drive smart motors read more

Let's just start by saying if I could give this place 100 stars I would. I worked with Alex and boy oh boy did he take care of me. My credit isn't good at all, I have been given the run around by other dealership's and I have been turned down a lot. So needless to say I wasn't hopeful. I found this dealership on Craigslist and contacted Alex and he promptly got back to me. I asked what was needed to qualify and he was straight up. I filled out the application online and within the hour he called and gave me what I could qualify for and real numbers as to the down payment, monthly payments and he even called and got me affordable full coverage insurance. I live about 45min from the dealership and he was able to arrange a ride for me and my daughter. When I got there, the paperwork was ready we went over some things I saw the car and I was in and out in an hour or less, in my fabulous car. I have never had a good experience when it came to purchasing a car, that has all changed. I will never go anywhere else they have my business for life. All the 5 star reviews don't lie, if you are looking for a car and people to take great care of you go to DriveSmart. read more

I rarely write reviews for any establishment and I never thought I would write a review for a user car dealership of all places. The staff at this establishment are of the highest calibre - knowledgeable, customer-focused and not pushy. After purchasing a lemon off Craigslist, I was very sceptical of anyone who would sell me a car, whether it be private or certified dealer. With Drivesmart, they were never pushy, always answered my somewhat demanding questioning/interrogation and worked with me every step of the way. They were the only dealership that would give me an official quote before running my credit, and had complete transparency about the car purchasing process - who they buy their cars off, who does their inspections, their client base and the process from test drive to drive home. They even lent me a car when my intended car of purchase was sent to their mechanic to do some maintenance work as advised by my pre-purchase inspection! Thank you Gino, Brian, Mike and Taylor for your hard work. Your professionalism is what all used car dealerships should live up to and I will most certainly be coming back if I need to purchase another car. read more

I walked into Drive smart motors not knowing what to expect. I had just had a total total loss with my Toyota Camry. I had 10,000 dollars to spend and thought i would be driving something old and ready to die. I saw a car that i liked on the internet which was higher than 10,000 out the door. I called the dealership and spoke to a salesman Alex. I asked if i paid with cash was there any wiggle room in the price. He told me yes and i wasn't sure if that was just to get me in there. I walked in and Alex ready for me. I laid all my cash on the table and said this is all i have which was about 500 short of 10,000. I told him i was going yo try another place down the street and they didn't even have the car they had advertised. Alex never pressured me nor did anyone else in the office. He said we can do this on my terms and to just bring the other $500.00 at my leisure. I left with a 2017 low miler and Alex even drove me to enterprise to return my rental and back to get my New car. Such professionalism and kindness. Buying this car was the easiest car buying experience by far. Thank you to Alex and the gang. Sincerely Linda Maze read more

Gino is the best!!! I couldn't get financing anywhere with the money i had for a down payment, then i saw an ad on cl saying 600 down delivers. I figured it would be like every other place i had tried, but I gave it a shot and called the number. Gino took my application over the phone and said ill give you a call in a few minutes I wasn't holding my breath but in just a few minutes my phone rang and he said congratulations i got an approval for you. I live in Bakersfield about 2 to 3 hours away and this was already 5 pm or so. He told me if i waz for sure coming he would wait for me there even tough they close at 7pm. When i arrived at almost 9:30 he was indeed waiting for me. I looked at the car and we went to do paperwork. By the time we finished everything up it was almost midnight, i felt bad that it took so long but he never complained and he wasnt gonna just leave until i was driving away in my car. I highly recommend Drivesmart to anyone who needs a car even with horrible credit Gino got it done!! Thank you Drivesmart and especially to Gino for the s'mores. read more

I can only say wonderful things about Drive Smart Motors, their staff and even their finance company. My experience was great from start to finish. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking to purchase a vehicle. It is very hard now a days to find people that you can trust and not feel pressure from especially when dealing with car sales. Taylor was very open and honest right from the beginning and helped us find the perfect vehicle to suit our needs; especially our financial needs. I felt I could trust him right away. He is very kind and very patient as I asked tons of questions. He also always responded in a timely manner. The level of customer service is excellent. They are very accommodating as our schedule is very hectic with work & also having a 3 year old. Jimmy assisted us with all of the paperwork and welcomed us after hours and made the process very quick and easy. He is wonderful. I am so thankful to Drive Smart Motors and feel most dealerships can learn a little something from them. Will definitely go back to them in the future. read more

OMG! First, I would like to say thank goodness I found this company on yelp. The customers review i found here really built my confidence in transacting with them. I found a car i loved on this company's profile, I called them and the same day left with the exact car i wanted irrespective of my not too good credit score. Keep in mind, I am first time buyer and they made approval and the entire transaction so easy. The name of the amazing sales guy that assisted me was ABRAHAM. He recently just joined the company according to him. He made the entire process an easy and awesome one. He helped me got approved with little down payment........... I also had the opportunity to chat with Gino he was awesome as well. I HIGHLY recommend dealing with drivesmartmotors. They are the best car dealers I have every visited. From awesome customer service to the end of the transaction. Thank you so much Abraham and Gino was a pleasure meeting and dealing with you guys. will Definitely recommend my friends and family. read more

My first experience with this dealership was amazing! They approved me right away, bad credit and all, and had me driving away in my car within an an hour. But I felt the need to write this "A-Ok" review so others are more educated on their decision... First of all, the finance company they work with is also owned by them. I thought this would be a great thing but the finance company is really difficult to work with. They are often rude and judgmental. I get it, they just want their money, but there is such thing as good customer service too. Secondly, let me tell you about all the problems I have had with my car just within the first 6 months of owning it! You may get a great deal but you also get what you pay for. I have had to put $2000 into fixing my car so far, new fuel pump, gas cap broke, and other engine issues. It's been a pain in the butt and certainly not affordable. For those thinking of purchasing here, just be careful and know what you are getting into. read more

They treated me very fairly and were nice to work with. Bought a Ford Transit 150 van with only 26K miles on 2/26/2018, after driving up from San Diego. Taylor (owner) agreed to hold the van for me and it was available when I arrived. The van was on the lot for 1-2 days, so they did not have much time to do a full inspection. Had a great experience with test driving and inspecting the vehicle myself. They agreed to an oil change, car detail, and brake inspection. A few days after taking the van home, I started to hear a rubbing noise on the rear brakes when backing up. Had the van inspected locally and learned that the rear disc rotors had some warping, which I then had fixed by my mechanic. After emailing Taylor about the issue, he immediately agreed to pay for the full repair and sent me a check. Based on some negative reviews that I read and my experience, I would recommend you get your own mechanical inspection, as is true with any used car purchase. read more

This has to be one of the finest dealerships in SoCal. The guys here made my car buying experience not only extremely easy, but pleasant. They provided great, thorough customer service and they were able to get me in a vehicle in less than 2 hrs! Although I had been turned down numerous times due to my credit and a repossession, they were able to make a deal with me on the spot! I now have a great, reliable vehicle. Even after having the vehicle for a few weeks now, the DriveSmart staff has ensured that my vehicle is satisfactory. They even cut me a better deal afterwards and my monthly payments have dropped! Unbelievable! If you need a nice, clean, good looking, reliable vehicle, don't hesitate! It was a pleasure working with Gino, my salesman, and Taylor, I believe the owner, is awesome too. All their staff are great, honest people. If you need a car, look them up. They will certainly help you, as they certainly helped me! read more

This was my girlfriend Ramona's first time purchasing a vehicle on her own. She had the pleasure of dealing with Miguel and he was very helpful in assisting her in finding the right car for her. She was able to look around and pick the cars she was interested in. He gave her the keys and she was able to take her time looking them over. After that we took the car she chose on a test drive by ourselves and made sure it was in great condition before making her final decision. Miguel was a pleasure working with, he was never pushy or demanding, but he was right there to answer any of our questions. He was professional, courteous, and knowledgeable. He helped her to get the deal she wanted, and made sure that the AC was taken to the shop to get it in tip top shape before she took ownership. He was great working with and I would definitely recommend him to anyone that's in the market for a reliable pre-owned vehicle. read more

I highly recommend Drive Smart Motors! Not only were Miguel and Alison exceptional to work with. They made me feel comfortable and thoroughly answered all my questions in detail. This was my first time purchasing a car from a used dealer and while I went in hesitant, I left felling comfortable and with my dream car to boot! Two months after I purchased the car I had the engine light flashing and the car was driving rough out of nowhere. I knew that the warranty expired but I called Taylor the manager to see what he suggested. It ended up just needing new coils and spark plugs and they still honored the warranty that expired and took care of the repair! They went above and beyond in so many ways! If you are in the market for a used car from a reputable dealer, look no further. The Team here is AMAZING absolutely AMAZING and a pleasure to work with! read more

Well what can I say there are still good people in this world. DriveSmart Motors is where it is at. They helped my family out, they made sure to put us in a car that was within our budget, got us insurance the same day, and got us into a safe, reliable vehicle. They also have Car Fax on all their vehicles with one owner. Crazy right, unbelievable. Well think again, next time you need a car make sure you go to DriveSmart Motors. They make you feel very comfortable, and the process only took 2 hours. They are very kid friendly, and family orientated, trust me they will take car of your needs when it comes to a vehicle. Stop in and speak with any of the dealers honestly they are all friendly and they make sure before you leave you understand everything you will not leave with any questions. Except for one, Who should I refer next. (: read more

Need a new vehicle? This is the place to go. I am very satisfied with the great and SUPER fast service this dealer provides. I asked for a quote in their website and it was super easy and fast. The next day I am driving away with the vehicle i was looking for with a very low downpayment. My payments are super low too even though i have a few bumps in my credit score. So that is huge for me. I've been driving this vehicle (08 honda civic) for a month now and I am very pleased. It drives smooth, gas saver, well maintained it's an excellent car. I would definitely recommend Drivesmart motors to anyone looking for a new ride. Talk to Allison, she helped me and I can say I had the best experience. She made my entire process fast and smooth. She is the best :-) read more

I spent weeks looking for a great used car, particularly a Honda Accord. After looking at various Honda Accords from dealerships and private sellers, I found the exact car I wanted on offerup from DriveSmart Motors. I called them to make sure it was in stock, it was, and Miguel Pena offered to hold the car until I arrived about an hour later. The car was exactly what I wanted, a Honda Accord coupe V6. And after Miguel let me take the car for a test drive, I knew it had to be mine. Miguel gave me a great price. Overall it was a great experience. I would highly recommend DriveSmart Motors to anyone looking for a used vehicle. DriveSmart Motors is a relaxed environment where you don't feel pressured into purchasing anything like some other places. read more

I purchased my car 1 month ago. I applied online and got a call from Bryan within a couple days to ask me questions in regards to income/credit. To my suprise, he was able to get me an approval for the vehicle I wanted ! Wow I was in shock because I have less than bad credit AND I had only been working for 1 month! Bryan didn't give up on me and I really appreciate it because now I have a reliable vehicle that allows me to work. I'm forever grateful that drivesmart has given me a second chance of repairing my credit. The process was very simple, I went in looked at the vehicle, got a final approval on the vehicle of my choice. I requested a minor repair and it was done almost immediately, as I was able to pick up the vehicle the following day! read more

This past Wednesday I went window shopping on a Dodge Dakota I've been wanting to purchase for a long time.. I saw the post of blue 2004 Dakota Brian had posted and right away it caught my eye so I head out there as soon as I could.. I got there I was greeded professionally and then I was introduced to Brian.. let me tell u he was the best cars salesman I've encounter.. he is the Man U gotta see.. he will be with u till the end and will make sure u drive off with the car of ur dreams.. my experience there was wonderful I was treated like someone they knew for a awhile.. it made me feel comfortable thru out my truck shopping experience.. I highly recommend Drive Smart Motors.. ask for Brian, he'll hook u up no doubt.. read more