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4.4 (34 reviews)

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2017 Dodge Pro master city
Miguel S.

These guys are amazing. Big shot out to Carlo and Pepe for going above and beyond for me. The customer experience here was smooth straight from the get go. Super happy with my purchase here. Thank you guys.

Amazing car. Runs fantastic
Jorge R.

Carlo did an amazing job at helping me get the car I truly wanted. They don't sell ruin cars or lemon cars but always make sure you check the vehicle you are interested in. I understand why the dealer has "5" stars now. Customer service is off the chain. Ask for Carlo he will definitely help you out. For the record I purchased a new van with low miles at a great

My new work truck

What can I say about CARLO he's very helpful honest and a man of his word iv bought a 2008 Denali couple of years ago and the car is still running strong and just today I bough a work truck highly recommend The Car Store u need a good used affordable car go here and ask for CARLO

Nice hub caps  shiny, just as good as new
Tasha F.

Completely satisfied with this dealership! My whole family owns a car from here..Carlo is the best person alive, man of his words and always there to help and answer your questions!! This will always be my go to...they really do make financing a car easy and fast, although they sell used cars...they make sure it's to your liking, mine honestly seems brand new and I love love it!

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Carlo was super nice and generous plus the overall process only took a couple hours. Javier is also very funny and a great salesman

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Recently I purchased a cargo van from this dealership. The vehicle is in good condition and runs great. Thank you, Carlo.

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