****SPOILER ALERT**** After reading my review and those of other very satisfied customers-you will…read morefeel compelled to visit one of California Car Co. locations. I loathe the car buying experience and rate it just above root canal surgery in terms of desirable activities. :) I saw my first 4 series BMW when I was living in Vegas and knew I wanted one eventually. Living in the bike/walk friendly area near the Queen Mary meant a car wasn't really necessary- but I'm a car guy, I missed the exhilarating German car experience. I picked the wrong time to scratch that itch (pandemics, semiconductor chip shortage, dwindling new/used car inventories and the inflated prices they engendered). I spent many long hours searching online applying my very picky/perfectionist ideals to what was available. I declined several deals because my Carfax related questions were met with evasiveness and/or scorchingly bad reviews, poor Yelp ratings, bad Better Business Bureau scores. Imagine my relief when I saw that CCC had an A+ Better Business Bureau rating (very rare in the auto biz) and several Car Gurus awards. I was met by their resident superstar Jeremy in their very laid back, relaxed gourmet coffee and cookie- filled Fullerton location. The best sales people don't actually have to "sell" anything. They simply promote their passion for what they represent, candidly answer questions and concerns, and make sure the client is always appreciated and valued. Jeremy is the epitome of the ethical/knowledgeable car guy- he knew I wanted the fully loaded 435i MSport and went the extra mile to make it happen. I can't imagine going anywhere else for another purchase-fortunately I won't have to-California Car Company is here to stay!

I've been to many car dealerships in the past, and I must say, that this dealership by far stands…read moreout above the rest. We bought a used Ford Fusion Hybrid from Nathan. He is what all car salesmen should emulate. He was no pressure, fair, flexible, and professional. The only issue the car had was a faulty backup camera, which Nathan replaced immediately. Thanks Nathan! We are very satisfied customers.

I do not live near Brea but found a car I was interested in on their website. Right from the…read morebeginning they were personable and professional, always looking for a way to solve a problem rather than create one. I dealt with Ryan throughout and he was excellent in communication and attitude. That was super important because I did the whole deal long distance and never stepped foot inside the dealership. They made it easy and I love my new Cadillac. I can fully recommend Ryan and California Car Company.

I bought my 2008 Corvette from California Car Company. The deal was very straightforward and…read morehonest. If you are looking for a car with some personality they always have a good selection.

I've purchased many vehicles over the years, from large dealerships, original owners, auctions and…read moresome small lot dealers too. Nick, the owner at OC Motors provided the easiest buying experience I have ever Had ! The exact car, model, engine, interior, mileage And Price I was looking for, right here in Fullerton. Even the color was perfect! Absolutely the nicest person you could ever find, not pushy, not demanding and very knowledgeable. Can't say enough positive things about this business but I guarantee if you are looking for a quality vehicle at a great price--this is where you should do some looking! Thank you Nick, you made my day--

I found a bargain priced old Volvo wagon on AutoTrader listed at this dealership, and I had a very…read morepositive experience with the purchase. They even helped me acquire parts to make some minor repairs to the vehicle. It's nice that they have their own mechanic (Dr. Mechanix) on-site too. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another car here.

I want to say THANK YOU again to Danny and his crew from Springfeild Motors! I had my eye on the…read moremini cooper they had at this lot for a good week or so and I'm thankful to have purchased my car from this dealer. They were extremely professional, very understanding and helped me get my dream car. I've had many bad experinces with other dealerships but they stood out. They are truly caring for their customers. He made sure I was clear of how much my payments were, advise on insurance, made sure I knew all the warranty info. He kept me informed of what was needed on my car and there was no surprises . As of now its been almost 6 months and there are still no surprises my car is 100 running no "Mickey Mouse" of anything. I was worried that being a used mini and going through another bad experience but I can CONFIRM from my experience he sold me a perfectly used mini :) He took a chance on me in feel and I'm forever grateful for changing my life. I've taken to many long trips and my normal commute and I'm 100 happy with my car :) These guys will take care of you and sell you a quality car !

I tried to give these guys the benefit of the doubt, but my experience has been nothing but…read morestressful. I've only had the car for about a month and a half, and two of the tires were already completely bald -- one even blew out on me. There's no reason a dealership should be selling a car in that condition. Before the tire issue, my alternator went out, and while they replaced it, they still made me pay out of pocket, which didn't feel right considering how soon the problem happened after buying the car. I really wanted to trust this place, but after multiple major issues in such a short time, I can't recommend them. Buyers beware -- inspect everything carefully and don't expect much accountability once you drive off the lot.

I gave an extra star because thinking about it now it's funny…read more So my boyfriend needs a new car and is looking for a Subaru WRX STI and they have some. We test drove the 2008 and in the middle of an intersection the battery died. So there we are blocking traffic. The salesman (who's name I forgot) looked horrified. He knew he lost the sale. So I steered and they pushed it out of the middle of the intersection. We wait for someone to jump the car and we go back to the dealership, they did have an 09 STI but as soon as you opened the door it smelled like cigarettes. So we left.

Buyer beware !!! I…read morepurchased a 2005 Lexus ES330 with a 164,000 k on December 27, 2016 when I arrived on the lot . I told the salesman I was looking for a reliable car for my daughter in the $5000 range. They had 5 Lexus cars on the lot two of them in my price range but the salesman told me the best one on the lot was the 05 with a price of $7500.00. After a quick test drive around the block We settled on $6990.00 cash price plus tax and license came to $8000.00 OTD. I was happy with the price even though that was on the higher end of the blue book value. After signing the paperwork the car wouldn't start. Salesman stated it was due to the unusual low temps were causing battery issues with all their vehicles. next the car remote didn't work, assumed it was the battery. Salesman assured me vehicle came. With 3000 mile warranty so I took possession of the car unknowing the car was about to take possession of me ! Got home and noticed both vehicle. Keys were broken,one was crazy glued and the other duck taped, the read drivers side window didn't roll down and noticed vibration from font end when driving on the freeway. The next day I took the car to an independent Mechanic he stated he didn't see anything major but the tires needed to be replaced and that was probably why it was vibrating on the freeway. I phoned American Auto and informed him of the issues. He gave me the name. Of. The shops mechanic to look at the windows 2 days later the vehicle battery died and needed to be replaced. 10 days later the check engine light comes on and the vehicle starts to jerk at the stop light. I phone American motors and the Sales Manager says, you bought a used car you need to take care of it properly to maintain it and goes on to tell me used cars have problems, deal with it. Now I'm thinking I can use my handy dandy warranty. I take the vehicle to a certified Lexus mechanic and find out the lower. Control arms are broken, along with a motor mount, tranny fluid was dark brown, almost black and needed a flush, after taking the door panels off discovered all four door actuators were also broken. I phoned the warranty company and they stated your vehicle is only covered for the engine, tranny, fuel system and drive train. Sooooo you guessed it ! None of those items are covered. $2500.00 in repairs, now keep in mind dealer would have. Charged $3700.00 So 19 days from purchase and I'm in $ 10,500 with a private party blue book value of $ 6500.00, so I'm upside down $4000.00 You're probably thinking....not so bad. Wrong!!!!, I searched online and found at least 7 similar vehicles in mint condition at major dealerships with less mileage in the $8000.00 range From what I saw on the American Motors lot, I purchased one of the best looking cars they had that day. I can only imagine what problems most of the other vehicles must have...smh these seem to be auction cars, with no service history, poor quality. I wish I'd read the yelp reviews from previous buyers before I made my purchase. Please learn from my mistake purchase from a major lot that will have quality, reconditioned turn key cars or take a chance and purchase private party. No more Sanford and Son lots for me!!!

Very friendly and easy to work with! Sold my car to these guys and was hassle free and…read moreunderstanding unlike other dealerships trying to rip you off.

I recently purchased a white 2022 Kia EV6 (82k miles) from Southern California Preowned, and it was…read morehands down the best experience I had during my entire car search. We actually picked the car up the same morning we got off our cruise ship. Since we had friends with us and a long drive back to Arizona ahead of us, I was worried about a long wait. However, the team made the pickup process incredibly fast and easy. The paperwork was handled efficiently, and the wait was very short. Highlights of the experience: The Car: It was exactly as advertised--clean and in great condition. They even made sure to include the Level 1 wall charging cord and the V2L adapter, which I really appreciated. The Team: Everyone was incredibly friendly. Kevin was great to work with over the phone leading up to the sale, and Ruben did an excellent job getting the car prepped and ready for the road. The Logistics: While they stayed firm on the price ($17,938.25), they were very helpful with the out-of-state logistics. They provided a one-day trip pass so I could drive back to AZ and handle the taxes and registration locally. I'm currently waiting on the title, which they've communicated should arrive by next Friday. If you're looking for a transparent, friendly, and efficient car-buying process, I highly recommend these guys!

No haggle or misrepresentation. Was in and out in an hour…read more Even brought the truck I purchased back in from San Diego.

They stole my $999 deposit and tried to up the car price $3000 after they made the agreement and…read moregot the $999. I said no.... Of course. Had to report them to the DMV and other agencies being this is illegal.

My mom and I recently purchased a car and had an excellent experience thanks to Mark. From the…read moremoment I walked in, he was friendly, professional, and incredibly helpful. He took the time to answer all my questions, explained everything clearly, and made sure I felt comfortable throughout the entire process. What we appreciated most was that Mark was honest, patient, and never made me feel pressured. Buying a car can be stressful, but he made it easy and enjoyable. His knowledge, great customer service, and dedication to helping customers truly set him apart. Thank you, Mark & David for making this such a smooth and positive car-buying experience. I highly recommend working with them if you're looking for a vehicle!

I understand that I purchased a used vehicle, and I knew it wouldn't be perfect. However, I've had…read morethis Acura for less than two months, and I've already experienced multiple issues. That's extremely disappointing, especially after spending my hard-earned money. When I called to discuss my concerns, I felt rushed off the phone and was told someone would call me back. That never happened. The service department was not helpful at all--I felt like the only concern was getting my money and sending me on my way rather than addressing the problems with my vehicle. If you're considering buying a car here, please do yourself a favor: start the car yourself, test drive it thoroughly, inspect everything, and don't feel pressured to make a purchase. The sales team seems focused on making the sale, but once you've signed the paperwork, getting help becomes much harder. Now I'm stuck with a car that's giving me problems after less than two months, and I still don't have a resolution. I expected much better customer service and support after the sale.