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If you're looking for a completely stress-free, hassle-free, hands-off and absolutely unbeatable car leasing experience, do yourself a favor and look no further than Authority Auto and Oren. Our car broke down unexpectedly and we needed a replacement fast. We had our hearts set on 3 vehicles, all family SUVs. Our first choice was a 2025 Kia EV9 Light Short Range, but every dealership either had none in stock or was asking for ridiculous markups. That's when I decided to go to the expert negotiator Oren and team. ONE WEEK, that's all it took to find an incredible lease deal, the exact car we wanted, I'm 100% sure we would not have accomplished such a deal ourselves. Game Changer Authority Auto is a game changer in our book. This is why: You have a special car in mind? no problem, Oren got this. At the time of searching the last week of February, there was only 1, I repeat, only 1 EV9 Light Short Range 2025 model in stock NATIONWIDE. We had 2 other options in case it didn't work out with the EV9, another was a KIA Sorento and a Hyundai Santa Fe. We really, really wanted the EV9 as a family who loves technology got tired of spending so much in gas money. But Oren knew what we really wanted and honed in on the EV9, let me tell you, he is a magician, I don't know how he made it happen. No dealer headaches, none, nothing, nada, niet. The only time we spoke with someone at the dealership was when we paid for the initial lease payment and to confirm delivery details. Did you miss that? The deal Oren got included delivery from 150 miles away. It's like the early days of Amazon delivery, when you sit by the window like a kid tracking and waiting for the delivery man to arrive. We didn't have to negotiate, no pushy salespeople, no hidden fees or markups or constant back and forth. How much is your time, energy and sanity worth??? Negotiator-as-a-service? not just that, a full concierge experience from beginning to end. I can't speak enough about how impressive the service is. Prior to contacting Oren, we randomly set foot at a dealership who did not take us seriously, forced us to sit down and look at numbers, those numbers were easily hundreds of $$ higher than what we ended up getting. The dealer didn't give me enough time to take a picture of their "aggressive" lease deal. I left disappointed, but I knew who to call. Did I mention it took a week? yeah, that was quick for a one-of-a-kind KIA EV9 Light model. The car is impressive, but Oren's service, skills, knowledge and overall personality is impressive. Authority Auto and Oren are truly the best in the business, they know the car industry inside and out, they fight for the best deals for us, the consumer. When we learned he doesn't take commission, we knew we were in good hands, no conflict of interest. In the end, I am grateful for such a positive experience, responsive throughout and impressive concierge service. It is truly like Christmas in March, not only because of the amazing car we got that we didn't think we would be able to get... but because of Oren and Authority Auto experience! One week, one unbelievable deal, one happy family. Thank you Oren. -Carlos

I love Oren! His single minded focus turned up a needle in a haystack- a low mileage, mat-finish same year Rivian. He's more than a nice dude....hes thoughtful, inquisitive, and quietly relentless. I'm not a car guy and buying a used car seemed a bit terrifying. A friend connected me with Authority and Oren took the anxiety completely out of the process, steered me best some rookie mistakes and found more than a great deal. He found and walked me through the buying process of the first car I've actually ever been stoked to own!
7 years ago
Very impressed with the process of getting this Jeep Grand Cherokee!! I highly recommend authority auto. They are proactive, willing to help and I appreciate what they have done for my family and I. read more
5 years ago
I had the pleasure working with Angela and the whole process what SEAMLESS. I am a healthcare provider and unfortunately do not have enough time to put in the right effort in finding the best deal for me however Angela found a great deal with everything I wanted and provided to her. The car was delivered to me with no issues. Will definitely refer to friends and family read more
9 years ago
For those of us interested in case study examples, allow me to share with you my stress-free experience with Chris Knutson at Authority Auto. Situation: I moved from Hawaii to Texas with my wife, two daughters, two cats, and the dog. I must have the car purchased the day we arrive in San Antonio, otherwise, we're wasting several hundred dollars on a minivan rental. I also don't like the car dealership experience where the salesman tells you it's a good deal, but you have no baseline knowledge to measure their claims. It always feels like a one-sided negotiation where the only solid information is what you can afford. Car: 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Limited AWD Features: Blizzard White [extra cost option], roof rack, premium tinted windows, paint protection film, vehicle protection package, mud guards, premium carpet set, body side molding. Chris did all of the searching and negotiations on my behalf with dealerships across town and found the right dealership with my desired vehicle. With my cell phone, I took photos of the contract in the business manager's office and sent them to Chris who reviewed the contract before I signed at 9pm to make sure everything matched with the agreed upon details. I could have never in my life negotiated the thousands of dollars off the sticker price and saved myself that much time. Furthermore, Chris educated me on the pros/cons of leasing vs. financing. Until a phone call with Chris, I had always thought leasing as a negative proposition based on old dealership methods of taking advantage of unknowledgeable customers. You might be surprised as I was regarding the options leasing provides. Interestingly, the salesman at the dealership stated that this was the most enjoyable purchasing experience he ever had after 12 years in the business. This service removes the emotion from the car buying experience and made it as pleasant as possible. Bottom Line: I will never buy a car again without Authority Auto. Well worth the investment. I will make sure my family and friends know about this valuable service to the average person to feel like you get a fair deal at the dealership. read more
10 years ago
Another perfect transaction. Trish from Subaru who delivered the car to my home was great! She went beyond the call of duty. My wife was hiking with a friend this morning who severely strained her ankle and had to take her to the hospital. Trish reviewed the car and documents with me, then left the car with me and drove my car to the hospital to get my wife to sign. She then uber back to her dealership. Very accommodative. This is now the second time you found us a car that our local dealership said was not available anywhere in CA. And you got us a better price!!! Oren and his team are fantastic. Thank you! read more
7 years ago
I was referred to Authority Auto from a friend over 10 years ago and I have not purchased or sold a car since without their help! They have saved my family so much time and money! Oren is always professional and I trust he has the best interest of his clients always. That's why I do and always will recommend this company to anyone looking to buy or sell a vehicle. read more
7 years ago
Authority Auto is a vehicle locating company. They have both online and offline vehicle sources to help you find the vehicle that best suits your selection criteria. They do this job very well. In my case, I paid the retainer fee and they could not find the vehicle I was looking for. I requested that they cease their search and found the vehicle I was looking for locally. Chris was very kind and very helpful during the process. I would recommend these guys to anyone that needs help locating the vehicle of their dreams but without the time to do the legwork all themselves. Nice job Authority Auto! Much appreciated! read more
7 years ago
I used Authority Auto to lease my new car and I could not be happier with them. Would give 10 stars if I could. From beginning to end, Oren was friendly, communicative, helpful, and went to bat for me in every way. He helped me get the best deal on my lease, the best price for my trade-in, and I didn't have to do ANY negotiation or discussion with anyone! I really think this is such a brilliant idea for a business, and Oren and his team execute it with perfection. When it came time to sign all of my paperwork, all I did was text pictures of each page to Oren and he gave me the ok to sign. I really can't recommend Authority Auto enough, and I tell everyone who asks me about my beautiful new car. Will 100% be using them again in the future! read more
6 years ago
Oren and his team are amazing! They just found us two amazing cars with great deals. I was not looking forward to the hours of shopping around with various dealers, especially during the pandemic trying to squeeze in everything plus childcare. Oren made it so easy and I can't express enough how much we love our new cars and the low prices we are paying for them. His fee was worth every penny and I will definitely be using them again in the future. Thanks guys! read more
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Oren W.
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8 years ago
VERY PLEASED - we worked with Angela DeJesus and she got us a deal far below what we thought was possible. We were first time car buyers and she took a lot of time to walk us through the process, help us understand all the options, and most importantly, get us a deal we never could have gotten. She was available by phone whenever we needed (we are in NJ she was in CA) She set up test drives for us too which was nice. Couldn't be happier! We got the car we loved at an awesome price. read more
12 years ago
Deserves more stars, but Yelp has its limitations. Let me start by saying this: I work in sales and I've been fortunate throughout my career. Accordingly I consider myself a very good negotiator. The thing is, a good negotiator knows the most important thing is to operate with complete information. I do not have complete information about the auto industry but I know there are plenty of clever ways to structure a deal that appears fair but is actually tipped significantly in the dealer's favor. Here's where Authority Auto steps in, and specifically in my case their agent Kim. Authority Auto negotiates your car deal for you - they have the domain expertise to save you serious cash, and you get the bonus of a white glove treatment as a buyer. They set the appointments, they negotiated the contract, they approved the financing, and they reviewed the documents with me as I was signing. Kim saved me thousands on my Audi S6. If you're buying a less expensive car it will surely be less, but without a doubt it will cover their fee and you owe it to yourself to discover the wonders of a serious concierge service like this. This is the equivalent of having a shark of a friend in the business. I will never buy a vehicle again without calling Kim first. Give him a call and just see what he can do for you... read more
9 years ago
I wasted $200 and my time Like many others, I was impressed by the multiple 5 star reviews. I called to see if they could help me find a used hybrid Highlander. It is a relatively rare car, especially where I live. They were enthusiastic that this was well within their capacity. A couple of weeks went by without any real progress. Lee, my main contact, claimed that there was nothing available. When I easily found a few options myself online, I forwarded them to him so he could see what kind of price he could get. After several days had passed and I called to inquire about status, Lee told me that he had called to try negotiate but that the dealers had refused. I never did get any additional used-car ideas from him and eventually, three weeks later, I gave up and decided to just go for a lease. I held out hope that Authority Auto could at least help me with that easier task. After several emails letting me know that he was continuing to look and would get back to me soon, I eventually gave up on Lee and kissed my $200 goodbye. I never heard anything more from him. I ultimately decided to go with a different broker who quickly and professionally executed the entire transaction. The difference in communication not to mention results was notable. read more
5 years ago
Oren is great to work with. He knows his business and made, what is usually a trying experience, (ie car buying, leasing), seamless and pretty stress free. He got us what we wanted and for less money than another dealer had quoted for a lesser car. He also helped us sell our suv as part of the transaction. We wouldn't hesitate using his services in the future, nor would we hesitate to recommend him to others. Having picked up our car yesterday, so far so good. Things seemed to have worked out well. Thank you. read more
5 years ago
This was my first time utilizing the services of a car-purchasing group -- the service that Authority Auto provides is simply amazing. They remove all of the hassle of shopping for a new vehicle while maintaining the fun of actually getting a new vehicle. Specifically, Angela was awesome. She expertly navigated the process with the dealership, from negotiation to contract review/signing and all of the steps in between in a prompt and professional manner. Overall, the service is absolutely worth the cost. I am incredibly grateful for the assistance provided by Angela and Authority Auto, would recommend the service, without reservation, and will definitely return to Authority Auto for future purchases. Thanks again and keep up the great work! read more
I live in Phoenix, and I was looking forward to hiring these guys to help with a used Mercedes ML350 purchase. As it turns out, they are so busy that they have to limit their deals to new cars only for the time being. My five star rating goes to the fact that even though Dana couldn't do a full-service deal on my car, she gave me a few pointers that ended up saving me well over a thousand dollars. She is a true customer service professional. I wrote Oren to let him know how pleased I am with his company, and Dana in particular. Total class act. I will not hesitate to reach out to these guys for any and all future auto purchases. read more
6 years ago
I will never buy another car without Authority at my side. Worth every penny! Every time I've bought a car, I've been worried about whether or not I got a good deal, if I was being taken advantage of by the dealer, if I should have looked at one more place. It's nerve wrecking! Authority took all of that away. I haven't given the price or process a second thought - I just get to enjoy my new car. Chris is the best and took all the time I needed/wanted to talk through options - car, financing, buying process, etc. Authority takes the worry and stress out of car buying. Thank you, Chris and Authority! read more
8 years ago
If I could give Authority Auto 10 stars I would. Never have I been so pleased with or grateful for a service!! They came to me HIGHLY recommended by close friends of mine and after my experience with them over the last several months, I cannot recommend Oren and his team at Authority Auto more highly. I had a very specific used vehicle in mind that was very difficult to locate, in addition to being on a very tight budget. Oren and his team pointed me to all the resources I needed to find the car of my dreams, and gave me advice and encouragement throughout my search. I had constant questions and concerns throughout the whole process from finding my car to getting it registered and insured in CA - Oren was always patient, pleasant, thorough, (funny), and timely in getting back to me. His assistants and partners also were extremely knowledgeable and helpful. I found myself enjoying the interactions and looking forward to the return calls - how many people can say that about buying a new (used) car? Months went by, until finally we found the car of my dreams: A 2017 Lightning Blue Mustang GT with a million specific packages and only 11,000 miles. The only problem was it was in Wisconsin, and I'm in CA! But Oren helped me determine if the car was as solid as it looked, and gave me the confidence to buy a car I'd never seen in person. He successfully navigated us through an endless horrible sea of California AND out-of-state dealers, banks, titles and paperwork, DMV's, and insurance companies (Imagine everything you hate dealing with, times two). It was an absolute nightmare of being given the run-around FOR WEEKS from the worst customer service reps and ill-informed employees and poor policies that I've ever encountered - but Oren stuck by me through the whole thing. Through it all, he remained patient, pleasant, and courteous. 1) Oren managed countless situations and transactions on my behalf while I was at work, saving me countless MANY hours of valuable work-time during the day each week. 2) Saved me literally thousands of dollars through negotiation on the deal, and his fees were nominal. 3) Saved me untold headaches and panic attacks, not having to go around in circles with the incomparable idiots on the other end of the phones or fight with the DMV's myself. 4) Saved me even more money by signing me up with the insurance offered through Authority Auto (which was an insane deal, I couldn't believe it). 5) Saved me yet MORE money by helping me to switch over to a better loan company with better interest rates than what the out-of-state dealer had forced me to go through. So my car buying experience was a bit of a special case due to the out-of-state business and particular specifications of the vehicle I was looking for, and I expect most car buying experiences are not nearly as harrowing. THAT SAID... Having now been through one of the rings of hell and back, with Oren and his team at Authority Auto ever at my side, I've seen what they are capable of. BELIEVE the positive reviews. I am profoundly grateful for their services. Give them a call, see what they're about, and decide for yourself if you think they're worth it. But I for one will never do a future vehicle-related transaction without them. (Thank you Oren & Nathan & Skeet!!) All the best, Cynthia read more
8 years ago
Henry Alvarez worked magic for my family twice in one month! Henry was able to find the car I wanted, in the right color, with all of the amenities I needed, for about $4,000 less than I was willing to pay for it at my local dealership. Even more, he was able to negotiate a killer warranty for my certified vehicle. He did such a great job for me, I gifted his services to my daughter when she was ready to purchase. All I can say is, "Wow!" Henry found my daughter a used Camry, in pristine condition, with very low mileage at a ridiculously low price. Five months later, we've had no problems with either car are and we can't imagine car buying any other way. Before you buy, call Henry! read more
7 years ago
Third car through Oren/Authority Auto. Super easy and they find killer deals. I highly recommend! read more
7 years ago
The Authority Auto team has it together. Their customer service is excellent and they came through in helping find my dream car at the price I could afford. I am so grateful!!! They responded to all my questions and concerns professionally and with masterful knowledge of the industry. I HIGHLY recommend them to anyone looking for a car! read more
8 years ago
This is the third time I have worked with Oren at Auto Authority. He always makes the car-buying experience painless and saves us a ton of money. On this Lexus I had negotiated myself around town at various dealers and got what I thought were good deals. I presented the best deal to Oren and he even though it was a good deal. Amazingly enough, less than 24 hours later, Oren had found us a Lexus with an additional $1,000 in options at a savings of over $3,000 over the course of the 48-month lease. And then as usual with Auto Authority, the car and paperwork arrived at my house at a time that was good for me. Thank you, Oren. Looking forward to getting our next car through you! read more
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Oren W.
Business Owner
We loved working with you Brandon. Enjoy your new car
8 years ago
After a sudden accident that unexpectedly totaled my car, I was absolutely not ready to go through the trouble of searching for, haggling over, and comparing potential replacements. But, the guys at Authority Auto really saved me from what would have been an expensive, month-long headache. Not only were their rates affordable, but they were FAST. Fast enough to beat my Insurance's rental car coverage period. The guy I worked with was Henry Alvarez. He was friendly and attentive - keeping me up-to-date as the process evolved. But the best part? That speed did not come at the expense of quality. I was looking for a used Scion iM, and the options Henry found were truly diamonds in the rough - high quality, gently-used cars in near perfect condition (only 30,000 miles), at a ludicrously low price. That, and he somehow got the dealer to deliver it. Holy Moley. If you ever need a car - brand new or used, I would recommend Authority Auto in a heartbeat. And when you call, ask for Henry Alvarez. read more
6 years ago
This is the 3rd time I've used Authority Auto to find my next car. I used to dread the car buying process, but since finding Authority Auto it's been a breeze! I wouldn't go anywhere else to look for a car. I recommend going with their Full Service package; with the deal they're able to negotiate it pays for itself. This year I was lucky to work with Angela on my new car. She was wonderful! Excellent service, with prompt and clear communication throughout the process. She found me my dream car and got me a great deal, reviewed all the paperwork for me, and had the car delivered right to my door. I trust the experts at Authority Auto, and recommend their service to friends and family without hesitation. I'm a customer for life! Thank you Angela! read more
9 years ago
Thank you, Chris! I used Authority Auto to lease a new BMW X3 in Virginia and had a seamless transaction. My wife and I "built" our car on the BMW website and drove that car off the lot a week later. Chris Knutson shopped our desired build and found our car at a dealer a few miles from home. He worked the lease terms and was able to get a simply fabulous offer that I could not have gotten on my own. Chris has worked several deals with the same client advisor who met us when the dealer opened and already had the vehicle prepped and waiting for the test drive. I even got an additional $500 for my 2011 335d trade-in. Sweet! Chris made sure my credit was pre-approved, so the lease paperwork was literally all ready when I agreed to buy. F&I was totally seamless and I was not pressured to purchase any extras I did not want. Just a very low key, "sign here, here, and here are your keys." Chris saved me countless hours of shopping, haggling, and waiting in a cubicle. Authority Auto is well worth their fee and has earned my trust. I will not buy another vehicle without contacting Chris first. Five stars! read more
5 years ago
I used their Car Concierge service and it was a total waste of good money! It took months to find the car I wanted. Now, there are logistics and car chip issues that came into play. I paid $200 to start the process, I had to literally always had to email or text the Authority Auto Customer Service Mgr. for updates. They didn't even have the professionalism to keep me updated on the car search. I finally got feed up and found my own lease deal but they still charged me $1,200.00. Save you MONEY and find your own car!! SMH read more
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Oren W.
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Hello. I’m not sure who this is but the information you posted does…
7 years ago
We used Authority Auto after my sister recommended their services and Angela did an amazing job for us. We were buying a car out of state for our daughter who was moving to another city and she put all of the pieces together exactly the way we needed things to happen. The car was delivered directly to my daughter and Angela was there for her every step of the way. I have already referred Angela and Authority Auto's services to friends, and will definitely use them again. They make the process of buying a car so easy! read more
8 years ago
Angela was the best! We were looking for a pretty rare model and she was able to find me exactly what I was looking for. Highly recommend and will use them for all my auto needs. Thank you! read more
4 years ago
Angela D was great. She let me know right away that she had a client or two ahead of me that she was helping, and I was not in a big rush (ideally you should NEVER rush a car buying process) so it was perfectly fine. Once it was my turn she made me feel like I was her only client. Communication via text, phone and email was very good. Concise and just the right amount. She researched specific features I had questions about, and found me the exact car I wanted. Then, even after saving me a ton on the deal, she continued working and found me an additional rebate which alone completely covered her fee. During the close when I talked to the finance manager on the phone, of course he was offering me the blah blah blah add-ons (would you like fries with that?), Angela was on the 3-way call and told me via text that she could save me a bunch more money on a pre-paid service package the dealer was talking about. So thankfully I declined his offer and wow, Angela got me the package from somewhere else for 60% off!!! By not tipping her hand to the dealer over the phone on the 3-way call, she preserved the relationship and rapport she had established with the dealership AND kept saving me money, right to the end. Professional. My new car was DELIVERED to my home on Monday and I signed the stack of papers at my kitchen counter. Could I have done it all on my own? I seriously doubt it. I strongly suspect most people WILL save money overall by using Authority Auto to help with their next vehicle purchase. You'll DEFINITELY save time and headache. And I hope you get to work with Angela. If you're reading this, thank you SO much!! I love my new car! read more
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Oren W.
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Hi Derrick, thank you so much for writing this wonderful testimonial.…
7 years ago
Let me start this by - I know nothing about cars. Because of this, I'm terrified of the car buying process. Oren made my search so simple. I partly knew what I wanted - model of car and color. Other than that I didn't have a preference because my previous car was very outdated and without all of the updated gadgets of cars within the past 5 years. Oren made the whole process seamless and kept me in the loop every step of the way. I'm beyond pleased with this experience and my new car! I'm going to refer any and everyone who tells me they are in the market for a new car to Authority Auto - thanks Oren & team! read more
7 years ago
The folks over at Authority Auto were amazing to work with. This is my second auto purchase through Authority and they continue to impress. Oren, Aaron, and JR were all readily available when I had any questions and had my back throughout the entire process. I started the process on a Monday and the following Wednesday morning I was driving my certified pre-owned. They found me a car I wanted within a week and gave ample time to review the deal, sticker, and pictures. I opted for the sell-my-old-car service as well and that couldn't have gone smoother. A representative from the dealership dropped of my new car and drove away in my old one. If you're on the fence, just go with Authority Auto, they make it so easy! read more
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Oren W.
Business Owner
Congratulations on your new car Shane. It was a pleasure working with…
7 years ago
I've used Authority Auto several times and always had a great experience. My most recent purchase was for a certified 2014 VW Jetta Sport Wagen from Downtown VW. Authority's president, Oren, got me a substantial discount and asked them to deliver it. When they refused Oren got the dealership to arrange an Uber to the dealership so my wife and I could sign documents. Oren was on call the entire time. It was clear that Oren had used some kind of Jedi magic on the sales staff. They were all highly respectful and efficient (at least for car salespeople). The transaction was painless and stress-free. i was in and out of the dealership in a little over an hour. Most importantly, the car is super clean and a pleasure to drive. Oren has the highest integrity and will also advise you on what car to choose. He is a true consumer advocate. I've referred many friends to him and they are all overjoyed with the result. read more
5 years ago
This is the second time that we've used Authority Auto and the first time working with Angela as our broker. Angela was super patient and diligent in finding me the dream Jeep that I wanted. She definitely delivered and I couldn't be happier. Thanks Angela!!! read more
7 years ago
I will never buy another car and not call Oren Weintraub and his company Authority Auto. By my estimation, Oren saved me (conservatively) $5,000 to get me a more loaded car than I was looking at. More importantly, all it took was a few short phone calls, instead of dealing with hours of pain-in-the-ass salespeople. When I went to test drive models, he had someone there treating me (and the kid) like a VIP. And they delivered the car to my house and drove off with my old one, in a process that took about 20 minutes. Honestly, it couldn't have been a better, less stressful experience, and Oren was the consummate professional. read more
8 years ago
I can't say enough about Authority Auto! They were AMAZING! From being accommodating, patient, very professional; & working beyond expectations; they found the car I wanted... Aaron, was Awesome! He was always just a phone call away... I feel like I made a friend! They even delivered the car to me; and papers were filled out in the comfort of my home! If you don't want the headache of searching and working with these car dealerships, thinking you got the best deal; call Aaron at Authority Auto... You won't be disappointed! Sandee S read more
6 years ago
Never had I had such a swift and seamless car-leasing experience. Without a doubt, this is the best way to go. I saved money, time, I didn't have to do any uncomfortable negotiations, and in 24 hours my car was delivered! I felt like royalty the service was so good. And it's all very transparent. I can't speak highly enough about Oren at Authority Auto. And bytheway, he sold my car the same day for a very good price! read more
12 years ago
this is the fourth car we've gotten through Authority. I would never do it any other way. there are really TWO great services in Authority's car buying service: First is a great price: I feel like i am good at negotiating deals with car dealers, and i'm always willing to walk away if I don't get a deal I feel is good. But wow, the couple times I've gone it alone I've seen authority come in literally thousands of dollars under what I considered to be a good deal. Authority pays for itself on price negotiation alone. Second service is making it really a pleasure to buy a car. When I said I was interested in test driving a car before using the authority auto service, i was nervous they would give me the high pressure sales pitch, even though I would say no. it just grinds on you to hear the sales pitch over and over. But Authority set up a test drive and wow, those sales guys at the dealership were whipped into shape. they had the car we were interested in waiting for us, and didn't give us any sales pitch the whole time or when we left. truly, such a big difference. When we purchased the car, Authority had the dealership deliver it to our home and complete the paperwork on my driveway. 5 minutes time. WOW. talk about a great service, saving us time driving 10 miles to the dealership for a test drive and inspection. I can't say enough good things about Oren and his crew. i would NEVER go back to regular car buying again. The service pays for itself, and I get all these amazing conveniences that come along with it. read more
8 years ago
Angela is an outstanding consultant! She went above and beyond to make sure her clients were taken car of in a timely and efficient way to with little to no stress. She's got customer service down to a science with a very aggressive negotiation stand point. She fights for our best interest!! read more
7 years ago
Angela was just great I never would have come close to the deal she got for me All without having to sit through the " I need to talk to the manager" story at the dealer Amazing read more
6 years ago
My step-father had recommended Authority Auto as the means to purchase my brand new car and it was an amazing decision. Being 24 years old and having no experience buying cars, I had no idea what to look for or where to even start. The idea of doing my own personal research alone was nerve-wracking because I wasn't sure whether I would be making the right choices. My step-father helped put me in contact with Oren and the buying process was quick and a breeze. I let him know the model, color, and what I was looking for in general and he had found multiple options for me within the week. He was able to get me an excellent deal on the exact model I was looking for, helped me through the buying process over the phone, and was able to have my car delivered from San Diego to Torrance. Thanks to Oren I am a proud new owner of a Kia Forte GT! I highly recommended Oren and his team to anybody looking to buy a new car. read more
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Oren W.
Business Owner
Thanks for writing the nice testimonial Gage. We really appreciate…
6 years ago
I'm a multiple repeat customer of Authority Auto - and highly recommend! This time I got 2 new leases delivered to my door on the same day from different dealers. I always get the best deal and spend ZERO time in a dealership. Every team member provides exceptional service. My next lease is coming up in November and look forward to doing this again! read more
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Oren W.
Business Owner
Hi John, congratulations on the new cars. Thank you so much for the…
8 years ago
I am a very detailed-oriented control freak person, who also has very little free time. It's a bad combination when looking to buy/lease a new car. Oren and his Authority Auto team were recommended to me by a friend, and I am so glad I hired them to do all the hard time-consuming work. I still wasn't able to surrender all control, but Oren and Nathan were EXTREMELY patient and responsive before, during, and even after I bought my car. And, best of all, their expertise was such that I ended up with a MUCH nicer car and better deal than I had even hoped for. Make sure you ask lots of questions, as "car speak" is a totally different language. These guys are great and well worth the investment. read more
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18425 Burbank Blvd
Ste 625
Tarzana, CA 91356
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(818) 788-1900
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Skip the dealership and get an amazing deal. Unlike all other brokers on Yelp, we DO NOT accept under the table commissions from car dealerships. The others do. Ask them. Our average savings is over $4,000 and we've saved our clients more than $24,000,000 in discounts since 2006. We will locate, negotiate and deliver the best possible price on the exact car you want. If you have a deal pending, we will review it for free to make sure you're not overpaying. If you want a great deal, little time spent on your car purchase and great people you can trust to come through for you, we are the one. Call now for free consultation
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Established in 2006.
In 2006 I left my position of General Sales Manager at a large car dealership to become a consumer advocate. To use my expert knowledge to help people through the tough aggravating process of buying or leasing a car. 12 years later we have helped thousands of clients save over 24 million dollars and have provided them tremendous peace of mind.
Meet the Business Owner: Oren W.
Oren Weintraub founded Authority Auto after 12 years working in one of the top Ford dealerships in the nation. He started out as a salesman, became a sales manager and eventually was promoted to general sales manager. Since 1994, he has developed into one of the top negotiators in the automobile industry. Over the years, Oren watched far too many buyers pay way more money than they needed to because they were out-negotiated by the dealerships. Recognizing the disadvantage and frustration that most buyers have when negotiating their own deal, he realized that there was a tremendous need for today's buyer to have their own expert negotiator. Oren has always felt a tremendous loyalty to his clients and a strong desire to help them. With Authority Auto, he is able to fulfill this mission by contributing his extensive industry experience as an advocate for all car buyers.
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“Oren and Jack are also helping me figure out the best way to get out of the lease on my previous car.”
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10 years ago
Attention all consumer's looking to receive their best car buying experience ever: We've all experienced the dread of traipsing from dealer to dealer in search of a good deal on a new auto purchase, only to return home feeling like we can't shower off the filth from some slick huckster's fast enough. So, when it comes to making that all-important purchase, Oren Weintraub and his team at Authority Auto, have no peer when it comes to negotiating monster deals for their lucky clientele who are fortunate to have discovered this one of a kind service. Because Oren and his team have no incestuous tie-ins to the large auto dealer's, e.g. they take zero commission from them, so there's no risk of your deal going south due to double-dipping. Oren's experience is without peer and his attention to detail second to none. It would be like stepping out on a basketball court and having Lebron James showing up with 20 seconds remaining in OT (Overtime). You know you're going to win, it's simply a matter of time. Integrity counts and in a field littered with scum, Oren is a rare find indeed, because as most new car buyers will attest to: 99.9% of the time, even when you think you've received a good or great price, in fact you've missed out on multiple options that got left on the table, due to the inexperience most car buyer's bring to the proverbial table. Not the case when you have Oren and Co., advocating. Oren will hold his client's hand's to ensure that the deal is "amazing," the kind of deal that wowed the folks at Edmunds, who ultimately endorsed Authority Auto. That's big-time! Recently, Oren went to the wall to ensure that your experience is seamless not to mention painless because Oren understands that walking into a dealer showroom can be daunting and stressful. Like the dentist, most folks save this "chore" for the last minute and often times make uninformed, impulsive decisions that do not serve their best interests, financially or otherwise. My Experience: It's been one week since Oren negotiated my first lease deal. Oren had previously negotiated a purchase, ultimately saving me 12K! This time, we went luxury SAV (Sport Activity Vehicle). While searching and test driving my 2017, redesigned X-1 M-Sport BMW. Little did the lucky dealer who elected to work closely with Oren know that everyone would win big once the negotiation was in place. When a dealer is on board with Authority Auto, they are rewarded with customer's who pay their bills, have immaculate credit (over very good) and will become repeat customer's if they treat Oren's client's accordingly. Needless to say, within 4 days of providing Oren with my car, color and equipment preferences, the dealer personally delivered my new M-Sport to me personally. Talk about door to door concierge service-and it didn't cost me a dime. No hidden charges, tricks or smoke and mirrors. My lease deal is so stellar, because Oren saved me thousands, got me every rebate, dealer hold-back and possible price break off the table, while making it a win-win-win for all three parties. Everyone wins, especially you the customer. Unless you're a gluten for punishment and enjoy overpaying for your next vehicle, hire Authority Auto and discover why, they take the BS out of car buying. Simply choose Authority Auto and you'll end up smiling, knowing that you saved top dollar(s) on your purchase or lease and that Oren also protected you with his special wear and tear packages. I'm simply an ecstatic customer, however, if my review resonated with you, let Oren and or his team know that I, Dylan Jordan, personally referred you and you'll save a generous portion on Oren's fees. Once you experience Oren and Authority's integrity, professionalism and enjoy a streamlined, easy purchase, mark my words, it will influence and change your entire perception of what a car buying/leasing experience should be. Oren's team puts the fun and satisfaction back into car deals. Have a great day! Dylan read more
11 years ago
I learned some lessons during my dealings with Authority. The Deal: I believe the final numbers at delivery were good (but that's only part of what I needed Authority to do for me and only part of the entire process, hence the 3 vs 5-star review). Some things I didn't care about during my experience: It took way too long. I was never clearly given any indication of how backlogged they were i.e. I expected my buy to be worked within a couple of days or so after down payment. That didn't happen & because that didn't happen everything got off to a less than stellar start in my mind. Additionally, one of Authority's dealers sold a car right out from under us the Friday afternoon we were getting ready to depart for L.A. the next morning to pick it up. Did not get the VIP treatment at the dealer that's been touted as a benefit of using Authority's service. My actual #1 reason for using Authority was to eliminate all facets of b.s. AT the dealership. I have the skill & experience to negotiate as well as the skill & ability to raise the b.s. flag on classic dealership tactics, but I didn't want to have to deal with doing that this time. I was lead to believe that Authority makes known the customer's wishes (in advance) and/or only deals with dealerships that will abide by pre conditions (run interference for your ensuring minimum to no hassle factor.... i.e. 'red carpet' treatment). Either Authority didn't take the time to ensure this or they worked with a dealership that disobeyed their instructions. Either way I did not get the smooth hassle-free experience I thought I was paying for. To make matters worse, since taking delivery of our vehicle we've discovered some evidence the car had been buffed before we got it, with some rather large areas showing a faint haze. This had to be diagnosed & fixed by a dealer close to where we live.... an awkward situation that we were lucky to have got through. Not Authority's fault, but a risk you take if engaged in a deal like this. Lessons learned / Take-Aways: - You will get a decent deal on a vehicle but factoring in all costs not sure if it's anything better many folks could do themselves. Boils down to how effective Authority is with your other wishes if negotiating price alone is not your only reason for going with them. - Never buy a vehcile sight unseen &/or with just a quick look at it 5 minutes before papers are signed. - Authority cannot guarantee you a hassle-free experience (especially if you take delivery at a dealership). If it turns out you get hassled like we did, you might second guess whether or not you got your money's worth out of the service. - If using Authority & having them buy a car in L.A. & you don't live there, spend at lest 2 days in L.A. (1 day to pre-check the car [leisurely & throughly] & 1-day to take delivery). - If using Authority & having them buy a car in L.A. & you don't live there, do not enter the lion's den (the dealership) to sign papers & take delivery. CA (& SoCal in particular) car dealers are notorious for running game on people. Have Authority arrange for sign & delivery at their office or some place other than on the dealer's turf. This should help limit the b.s. a dealer can put you though. - Avoid any deal that requires an Authority dealer have to 'dealer trade' for your specific car read more
13 years ago
I am 100% satisfied with our new Honda Odyssey purchase through Authority Auto, and working with Oren was a real pleasure. Moving back to the US from overseas, we needed a new minivan for our large family and needed it immediately. Also it's been several years since I negotiated a new car purchase, and I never feel like I get the best deal to be had. Further, in the last few years I've learned the value of paying for expertise...find the right lawyer, the right CPA, etc. and you'll thank yourself in the end. I figured, why not try offloading the car purchase to a professional who is 100% on my side? I did some research, and liked Authority Auto's fee structure, since it wasn't highly tied to purchase price. It aligned AA's interests to mine. I thought that if they saved me at least the service fee, it would be a nice experiment and I wouldn't need to sit in a car dealership all day (which is on the list with the dentist's chair in my book). It's time for the model changeover at Honda, and 2014's were now on the lot, along with a number of remaining 2013's. I figured anyone would get a good deal from a large dealership at least at invoice, maybe a tad lower, if they worked hard enough. Boy was I blown away at the final deal. Oren found a 2013 in the color we wanted, with all of the features we wanted, had it transferred to a dealer close to our home, and negotiated a price significantly below invoice representing an approximately 20% discount vs. MSRP. I know I could never have gotten that deal, and would have never wanted to spend the time necessary to try, let alone organize the transfer of a vehicle from elsewhere in the state, etc. I had a couple of calls with Oren to discuss; very brief. He kept me posted as the deal progressed, and gave me the final details on the pickup date. The dealer we were working with wouldn't deliver the car to our home, but that wasn't a big issue for us. It was close by. We were in, test drove the van, confirmed the specs, signed the papers, and were out in under an hour. No crazy upsells, attempts to renegotiate the deal, or funny business with the paperwork. The dealer was very pleasant and even took the time to pair my wife's phone to the bluetooth & setup her favorite radio stations. One final item, we were going to pay cash, but Oren called at the end and let me know about a deal Honda was offering for a $500 rebate if you used their 0.9% financing. Since there is no pre-payment penalty it was a no-brainer to finance a portion of the vehicle to get an additional $500 "off" in the deal. Very happy and will definitely use again. read more
8 years ago
I highly recommend Authority Auto. We'd needed a new car for quite a while. We'd been putting it off because the thought of going to a dealership to negotiate for a car made us apprehensive. Still, after several weeks of research for the type of car we wanted, we went out one Saturday to a local dealership. A total disaster! We were hoodwinked by the salesperson, after I made an offer of what I wanted to pay -- all in -- for the car I just test drove. They had no vehicles onsite - all were in transit. We put a $500 deposit down (which they mistakenly charged us twice for -- $1000), and our copy of the paperwork/agreement was nearly blank - no VIN, no info on the sticker of the car -- nothing to verify that we had deposited on a specific vehicle. We cancelled everything and left with no car. I continued to research other dealerships and in the process, found a link to Authority Auto. I emailed and was called very soon after by Angela. She explained the service to me, including the fees, over the phone and promptly followed up with an email detailing the exact points she reviewed with me over the phone. Everything was very clear and professional. So, because of our previous experience at the above dealership and some other personal issues that had arisen, we decided that using Authority Auto to research and purchase our car was the best way to go. And it was. Angela was diligent in her research of a vehicle for us, found what we were looking for, negotiated a great deal on the car and handled nearly all of the details in a timely and a professional manner. It wasn't entirely stress-free, but far less stress and work, I truly believe, than shopping for/buying a car on our own. There were a few snafus regarding car availability and insurance and I think that some better communication/information given to us would have been helpful. Overall, however, it was a very good experience for us, the fee was reasonable for the work that went into getting us our car, and we are very happy with our new 2019 Subaru Crosstrek! If you have any hesitation at all about shopping for/buying a new car on your own, I would very highly recommend Angela and Authority Auto! Maureen Bennett read more
10 years ago
Dear Yelpers - I cannot recommend this service strongly enough. On a scale of 1 to 10, it's a 27. What a great service. My beautiful new car was delivered to my door today with a savings of thousands below both MSRP and Invoice price. A true revelation. Below is my parting email to my rep there at Authority Auto. Enjoy. Hi Richard, I would like to give an especially huge thanks to you for all of your hard work on my behalf over the past few weeks. Additionally, a very big thanks to Daisy, Kate, Aaron, Ashley, Oren and everyone else I've spoken to or traded emails with there at Authority Auto. Everyone I dealt with was incredibly polite and nice and extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and efficient. You all really know about good customer service and how to treat clients. I can tell you, it is truly a lost art in today's world. It was a true pleasure working with each and every one of you. All I can say is that this has been the best car purchase/leasing experience of my life and the next time I am ready to get a new vehicle I will be knocking on your door. Additionally, several days ago, I mentioned to Daisy that I have a buddy of mine who has been waiting on the results of my experience with you guys. I told him I didn't want to recommend anything to him until my deal with Authority Auto was finished. He is in a very similar situation as mine, having lived overseas for many years and in a few months will soon be arriving back in Houston and he asked me about what I was doing about cars. Now that my car is with me, you can rest assured, I will give my strongest recommendation that he talk to Authority Auto. My only regret is that you guys don't buy houses! I am unfortunately enduring that ordeal at the moment and I assure you it is not nearly as pleasant as my as my experience with you guys! Once again, thanks very much for your patience with me and all of your 'blood, sweat, and tears' on this deal. You've gained a lifelong customer and a new fervent pitch man as I will be recommending you to anyone who will listen! I wish you all the best and thanks again! read more
10 years ago
In any negotiation, the party with the least information is in the weakest position. So think about it for a minute. When you're sitting in the auto salesperson's office with his sales manager lurking just around the corner, are you the person with the most information? Are you the one who knows most about what the 'best and fair' price is for the car you want? Can you keep your emotions in check and keep a clear head with all the options and prices being thrown around? If not, you need to hire Auto Authority to be your experienced negotiator. I tend to keep cars for a long time - I'm squeezing every mile I can get out of my 1998 Maxima. So when I decided to buy a pickup and stop trying to haul 2x4s and bathtubs hanging out of my Maxima's trunk, I realized I really didn't have enough information about the current car buying process to be an effective negotiator. When researching options for a better buying experience I ran across an article on Edmunds.com that discussed several buying services and highlighted Auto Authority as one of the best. It sounded like the negotiating knowledge I needed on my side. From my first contact with Oren to closing the deal with Dana, Auto Authority was absolutely professional, honest and definitely working hard to find the deal I wanted. I was after a very specific model of truck and I wanted to get every possible yearend closeout discount available. Dana made it happen. Even at times when she had located candidate vehicles and I chose to pass on them and keep looking, she dug back in and kept searching until she found the perfect truck and an unbelievable deal. Dana was able to negotiate all applicable discounts and I got a brand new truck for nearly 28% off MSRP. If you think you can beat that, by all means negotiate on your own. If not, hire Auto Authority. You'll sleep better knowing you got the best deal possible without ever feeling the stress of being the weakest party at the negotiating table. read more
11 years ago
Really great experience. From my first contact -- with bright, smart Angie, the office assistant -- to signing for my new car through my fantastic rep Richard, the entire process was painless and stress-free. I was relocating from NYC (Manhattan) to auto-centric Los Angeles and so had to land myself a new car for work/school. I hadn't even thought about interacting with car dealerships since sometime back in the 1990s, but the idea of it made me feel queasy. Why is it that I can spend $3.00 on a cup of coffee and be made to feel like I have a personal relationship with the corporate coffee chain, but when I want to drop $30,000 on a new car I'm left feeling like I need to take a shower? I understand that there are perfectly fine human beings who make their living in car dealerships, but for me the basic premise of the transaction ("This is the price of the car. Only it's not really the price of the car. Your move.") strikes me as weirdly evasive, if not downright dishonest. Enter Richard and Authority Auto. I did some research online, found the exact car I wanted -- trim level, color, etc. -- and then turned it over to Richard. Within a few days, he located the car, did all the negotiating, and presented me with the offer. He helped me fill out the paperwork (all via email/texts), and then arranged for delivery of my car to my new place. If, for some reason, you enjoy the back-and-forth of negotiating (different strokes for different folks), then I suppose you can always opt for Authority Auto's Improve My Deal service. But, c'mon, it's the twenty-first century, and we do not live in a third-world country. Pay a few hundred dollars upfront and save a few thousand on closing, work with straightforward, honest people who actually make you feel good about the process, and never have to set foot in a dealership again. Why would anybody buy a car the old-fashioned way? read more
10 years ago
I do not write reviews very often but it was high time I did one for Oren and his team at Authority Auto. I've been leasing BMWs for nearly 20 years and my last 4 have been with Authority. After a recent dealership experience trying to purchase a new car for my wife (3+ hours of sheer misery only to leave empty handed), I was reminded how painless Oren makes it all. Aside from doing the negotiating for you, he has a magic touch in finding the car with all the options you're looking for if it's out there -- including seeing what's incoming to the docks, getting his dealers to trade for it if necessary, etc. (With my wife's car, by the way, the dealer came up short even though they purported to check ALL inventory including other dealers. We called Oren the next day and he found what my wife was looking for within 24 hours; he was also able to hook us up with a car resaler who offered us 30% more on her old car than the dealer offered. He is CONNECTED). This was the first time my lease had enough dings and rim scrapes on it to cost me some fairly big change at turn-in time; Oren was able to have the body work done for me at a literal fraction of the cost. To be clear, AFTER I turned it in -- no fuss on my part. Anyway, he'll arrange for a low pressure test drive at a dealership if you need it; otherwise, you can avoid the dealership entirely and he has them deliver the car directly to your home or office. He charges a nominal fee but gets you a better deal on your car than you could have on your own -- so you still come out ahead, with white glove service to boot. I'm not sure I'll ever shop for a new car the traditional way again (purchase or lease). Needless to say, highly recommended!! read more
9 years ago
Every decade or so I get a new car, and the deep discount services previously used are either out of business (Auto Purchase Consulting) or no longer true deep discount wholesalers (CarsDirect.) Fortunately here in Los Angeles there's Authority Auto to fill the niche, and I'm hoping they're here to stay. Chris Knudson of Authority Auto, who previously worked for BMW, negotiated my purchase of a 2018 BMW X3 xDrive30i. I didn't make things easy for him, having spotted the "ZDM moonroof deletion" option in the M Sport Package. Turns out cars so outfitted don't often turn up on dealer lots, and must be ordered from the factory in Spartanburg, South Carolina (USA!) So order it we did, at a considerable savings, in the exact colors and configuration I requested. Having researched several discount buying services and adviser websites (AAA, Costco, Consumer Reports, Edmunds) I was able to gauge how Chris and AA were better than the best. It's not a bad idea to get on some of those e-mail lists, too. When Costco offered up a BMW purchase incentive offer code for members, Chris folded it into my agreement for a substantial additional savings. Finally the day came, and as part of AA's full service program, the X3 showed up in my driveway. I received an operational briefing on the car from the dealership's representative, who also mounted a license plate holder, and synchronized the BMW's HomeLink button to my garage door receiver. If you're very particular about your requirements (like me) or just prefer to turn the deal-making over to the experts in business affairs, then you will surely benefit from working with Authority Auto. read more
12 years ago
I found Authority Auto online after experiencing the hassle of car salesmen's pitches pushyness and lack of transparency in the buying process. Leaving dealerships, not knowing how to negotiate and feeling that their whole approach is to get you to pay as much as they can get out of you. I read the online reviews from Authority Auto's website and looked at the reports from Edmunds.com, The New York Times, Consumer Reports etc and watched the videos from the interview with Oren on NBC and National Geographic. I decided to give them a try. I was impressed with Kim who found us the 2015 Lexus RX 350 with the specific colors and packages that we wanted and got us a price that we would never have gotten on our own. We had briefly test driven the car at a dealership, but felt we needed more of a test drive. Kim arranged that for us at a convenient dealership. Even though that dealership knew they were not going to get the sale, they were very professional in the way they treated us. Today the car was delivered to our home with a personalized explanation of how to operate all the features and systems. The financing was handled over the phone by Kim, All we had to do is sign the papers in the comfort of our home. What an awesome experience!!! I am so excited about this way to buy a car that I am telling all my friends. If I could rate Authority Auto with 10 Stars, I would! No more time consuming hassles at dealerships. No more trying to negotiate with dealers and wondering how much you left on the table. Now just the fun experience of buying a car in a straight forward, professional, helpful manner. read more
11 years ago
I have used Authority Auto twice now, having said after the first time that I would never again buy a new car without them. First off all, the obvious reason to choose them is the outstanding service they offer of locating the exact car you want, negotiating the best possible deal (including any trade-in), and arranging all the paperwork for you so you don't even have to step into a dealership until the final signing process. This service COMPLETELY eliminates the stress of spending days or weeks running from dealership to dealership, comparing and remembering prices and hoping the salesmen will not continue to harass you with calls or emails. You simply get to relax at home while Authority Auto makes the deals come to you. For both of the cars I have purchased with them, I received significant savings - far, far more than I would have been able to negotiate myself - because they know the business and what additional or hidden fees go into the selling price of a car. In addition, the turnaround was around 1 week or less for each car. Dana, who I worked with the first time and requested the second time, was exceptionally friendly, quick, concise, attentive, and thorough. She kept me in the loop, constantly giving me feedback on what was available to me and how much she was sure to save me. In the end, their service price paid for itself a million times over - not only by saving me thousands, but also getting me two new cars completely stress-free and incredibly fast! I recommended this company to numerous coworkers and friends and I promise you will never regret working with their wonderful customer service. read more
3 years ago
I recently had the pleasure of working with Angela at Authority Auto, and I must say that my entire car-buying experience was exceptional. Angela's professionalism, responsiveness, and extensive knowledge of the automotive industry truly made a lasting impression. From the very beginning, Angela took the time to explain her services thoroughly, setting clear expectations for the process. Throughout our journey, she proved to be an invaluable guide, providing seamless assistance every step of the way. One aspect that truly impressed me was Angela's unwavering dedication to securing the best deal possible for us. Thanks to her negotiation skills, we were able to save an impressive $3000 on our purchase. It was evident that Angela went above and beyond to find us a fantastic deal without compromising on the specific features we desired. Communication was always top-notch with Angela. She promptly addressed all our questions and concerns, ensuring that we were well-informed and comfortable throughout. Her commitment to transparency made the entire experience stress-free and enjoyable. If you're tired of the time-consuming process of searching for the perfect car and dealing with the complexities of a dealership's finance department, I highly recommend Authority Auto's services. Angela's expertise and dedication will make your car-buying journey a breeze, leaving you with a memorable and satisfying experience. I am absolutely thrilled with our new car and the outstanding service we received from Angela. Thank you, Authority Auto, for having such a remarkable professional on your team! read more
3 years ago
I just purchased a SUV at this dealership this February 2024 after going to 4 different GMC and used car dealerships in Orange County! My wife and I were very pleased with the service and pricing. Matt and Muhammad from Authority Auto in Tarzana, CA, Los Angeles, are a breath of fresh air in the world of car sales (THE TRUTH) Unlike the big dealerships, they don't bombard you with multiple add-ons or pushy attitudes, ignore you if you're not going with their financing or all the other nonsensical sales tactics! I would be salty and name the dealerships not to visit, but you'll find that out on your own as they are mainly all trash and work so hard to SCREW you over! Anyways, I wasn't asked to write this review, but after months of searching and experience makes this worth my time! Their fair prices speak volumes, especially when I snagged my beautiful 2021 GMC Yukon Denali below KBB value, while others were hiking prices by $6-10k above MSRP for used cars. Efficiency and sincerity define their approach, with no time wasted on unnecessary back-and-forths (I had to meet like 2-4 people at all other dealerships for hours with a crying baby( they don't care as long as you buy their high priced car! They're straight to the point, yet remarkably kind and welcoming (TRUE FACT) . Best of all, they respect your time, sparing you the agony of spending 4-5 hours in the dealership maze. For future used car purchases, YOU need to work with them. Highly recommended for a hassle-free and genuine car-buying experience! read more
7 years ago
If you value your time and peace of mind, I highly recommend engaging this most excellent company! I had never used a car "broker" before I read about Authority Auto on Edmunds and Yelp. As I learned more about them and compared them to other brokers, I realized they are not just a middleman/broker who may not always have your best interests in mind and was particularly impressed with the fact that they are truly independent of the dealers with whom they work on your behalf. My experience in working with Oren Weintraub, the company's personable and eminently-skilled founder, was above and beyond my expectations. He was the consummate professional in every sense of the word: pro-active, readily available, considerate of our needs, patient and attentive to every detail of our purchase. He went the extra mile in every instance. That's why Authority Auto should be considered a concierge buying service that acts as a consumer's advocate to assure you get the best deal with the least amount of stress possible. In addition to locating and negotiating the price of the vehicle you want, Authority Auto also helps you evaluate the myriad of financing alternatives, extended warranties and other products that are huge profit centers for dealers but not necessarily in the buyer's best interests and, in appropriate cases, offers alternatives at highly competitive prices. Buy your next car with confidence that you have the very best on your team to make the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. read more
10 years ago
I recently had the pleasure of having Authority Auto assist me with the lease of a new vehicle. I spoke separately with both the owner, Oren Weintraub, and his General Manager, Mr. Kim Haavet. I can say without question that the advice, insight, guidance and expertise that Authority Auto provided, was invaluable. Both Mr. Weintraub and Mr. Haavet have several years of combined experience in the retail auto dealership industry. Their expertise of how cars are REALLY sold and leased, and how they are ACTUALLY priced behind the scenes, is something that no one who is on their own, trying to buy or lease a car, can ever approach. "Going it alone" up against slick dealership sales staffs, Sales Managers and General Sales Managers, with all of their deceptions, diversions, and psychological sales tactics, is not a good idea at all. Dealership sales people know how to fool people, fake out the average car buyer, and utilize proven behavior tactics to wear down prospective buyers (sheep.) The advice and insight that Authority Auto provides is surgical, up-to-date, and extremely valuable. The staff is patient, educational, and a powerful advocate on their customers' behalf. I recommend their services without hesitation. Everyone thinks that they are going to go into a dealership and beat the house, on their own. You know that saying about casinos - "You never beat the house"? The same is true of auto dealerships. Don't go it alone. Hire Authority Auto; you won't be sorry. read more
12 years ago
Once again the DEAL of my DECADE. I've bought 3 cars with Oren's help although this last one, 2015 Subaru, was done via Dana who was ALSO AMAZING. My Honda 2006 was totaled in an accident less than 2 weeks ago. In just a week, Dana found me a car that had everything I wanted plus more than I ever imagined. I was going bug eyed trying to review the differences in Subaru Forester models myself. I was stuck on looking at the lowest model which didn't have what I wanted. Dana broke it down, gave me 2 choices, & nailed it. It was seamless. I think I spent 1.5 hours total on the phone. I live 200 miles from LA now & Dana arranged for a delivery in Bakersfield (1.25 hr drive). Because of the amazing deal that Oren got me on my 2006 Honda, & the retained value as a total loss, I was able to buy this Subaru cash for a price so low I nearly flipped. The fee for AuthorityAuto is the BEST MONEY you will ever spend. I thought I'd break even with the fee since it wasn't end of the month or end of the season & I was under the gun to buy a new car. Even so, I still wanted to pay the fee because they make it headache free. Needless worry. Dana got me an exceptional car & deal! I know this new Subaru will retain its value as well given what I paid. I would never buy a car without AuthorityAuto. It was a PLEASURE. What a concept! You don't know what you're missing. It pays to use a professional. They are a car buyer's secret weapon, and no one gets hurt: dealer happy, buyer super happy! read more
1 year ago
Once again, Oren and his team outperformed all expectations. As much as I was looking forward to returning my lease and getting a new ride, I was just as excited to be working with Oren and Matt. They helped me get a great rate on a new Subaru Outback Wilderness lease after getting me comparison quotes between multiple models of vehicles. When I wasn't in love with the original color options, they went back to the dealer and not only got me the trim and package I had originally wanted, they were able to negotiate further and get me even more features for the same rate. Oren worked his magic while I was on vacation over a weekend, and I returned to a new vehicle delivered to my doorstep. The entire process took a couple days, was extremely convenient and hassle free. They helped my close out my old lease, and took that car the same day the new one was delivered. Consistent, excellent service. This is the third car Authority Auto has helped me with, I will never negotiate with a car dealer ever again. Oren's team is extremely professional, friendly, and really puts you at ease throughout the entire exchange. I can't say enough excellent things about Authority Auto, I recommend them to anyone who will listen. They have helped out my family, multiple friends and coworkers, and I'm once again looking forward to the opportunity to be represented by Oren the next time I'm in the market for a vehicle. A true consumer advocate! Thanks Oren! read more
8 years ago
I am very pleased with my car buying experience with Authority Auto. Authority Auto helps customers nation wide. Drew was my negotiator and he did an excellent job. Drew made the whole car buying process easy and worry free. I live in a small town in the Midwest and needed help finding the best deal in the surrounding area for a new vehicle. I got my dream car with zero effort on my part and had it delivered to my home - which saved me 5 hours of driving! I was available by phone and email and the whole deal was completed while I cooked dinner for my family this past Tuesday night! Drew got me top dollar for my trade in. I am very pleased that I paid for the trade in service as well. I didn't spend hours myself sitting in a dealership waiting for the painful back and forth sales to manager talks, didn't spend hours waiting for paperwork once the deal was set, didn't spend 5 hours driving to get my vehicle, didn't spend hours wondering if I was getting taken for a ride on the price. The vehicle was delivered to my home, spent 5 minutes signing paperwork, then spent 30 min going over all of the car features and then the dealer sales rep drove away with my trade in and I had my new beautiful car! No hassle! The worry free experience and knowing I got the best price overall was well worth the service fee. I would recommend Drew and Authority Auto to others and will use them again the next time I need a vehicle. Thank you, Drew! read more
10 years ago
I hate buying a car... but Kim at Authority Auto made the process as easy as it could be!!! i love to research the things I'm going to buy, and when it comes to a large purchase like a car, something that I will keep around for many years, and something that I will rely on everyday to keep my family safe, I want to know everything there is to know about it. When I first approached Kim I had some pre conceived notions of what I wanted. It was Kim that guided us to what eventually was the best car for us! Kim was a source of knowledge both about cars and the auto industry. When it came time to test drive everything was all set up, we just showed up and poked around. When it came time to talk numbers (my least favorite time) the answer was "Kim is taking care of that." The car with all the trim styles and gadgets we wanted was a bit hard to find... There were only 7 in the whole western US! Kim tracked one down and got us a screaming deal on it! You know, like a smartphone, you don't know how you lived before you had one... Authority Auto is like that. I've bought two cars through Kim, and two without, I assure you, I will ONLY buy cars this way from now on! If you want to continue using a rotary phone then keep buying cars the old way. If you want the best experience possible when buying a car then make the smart choice, let Authority Auto do all the hard work! read more
10 years ago
Authority Auto, and Dana in particular, were absolutely perfect. From beginning, to middle, to end, they did everything they said they would do. Their website makes it clear- they're your advocate throughout the process. Not only am I convinced I saved money, I saved my sanity. Until dealers change their methods, I will go into any car lease/purchase with Authority. I can attest to them standing 'on call' during the paperwork. As much as Authority tried to have everything lined up before I stepped onto the lot, a last minute issue came up. I simply handed the salesman the phone and let Dana resolve the problem (which she did). Their calm in negotiating was amazingly reassuring. Another aspect worth praising is their expertise in narrowing down your car decision. It was great to hear Dana explain why certain cars and options were, or were not, the right option at this moment. I did the 'Full Service' option. And will do it again next time without hesitation. They do all the leg work and contacted all the dealers in my area. My car wasn't just 'close' to what I requested- it was 'exactly' what I requested. Btw, don't worry if you aren't in CA. I'm in Washington DC and the distance didn't matter in the least. (I thought they were so great, I registered a yelp account just to post my first review. They deserve it.) read more
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