I got the average dealer experience you'd get anywhere else. When I tried to negotiate on price of the vehicle, the salesman was typical and leaned towards talking about monthly payments. Even going as far as trying to make me feel cheap for not wanting to pay for their $2000 lowjack or whatever that is done for all their vehicles. They removed that from the disclaimer from their website, i hope they have stopped trying to add it. Salesperson tried to convince me that a 11% rate they offered was "pretty good". I just expected better from a place with 4.5 stars. read more

Typical sleazy car salesman, dont be fooled by the 4-stars reviews. Tried to fool me with some sleazy sales tactic, based on previous reviews, your car might not even last a month. read more

From Abel E. I am truly grateful for Mr. Catalano and his dedication to his customers. His commitment to ensuring buyers get the best value for their money is unmatched. I recently purchased my truck from him, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional--the smoothest and most hassle-free process I've ever had. Derek understands the needs of hardworking individuals searching for a dependable vehicle, and he goes above and beyond to deliver exactly that. He is the person you want on your side when making a car purchase, ensuring you get the best deal possible. From start to finish, everything was seamless, with no complications. Thank you, Derek, for conducting business with your customers' best interests at heart. Your integrity and dedication truly make a difference. read more

Welp... nobody planned on 2 new cars... life happens... beauty and the beast. THANK YOU Derek Catalano for looking out for us! Ridiculously great service and got us what we were looking for TO A "T"! 2022 Infiniti Q60 Red Sport with carbon fiber trim, 2023 Premier Duramax Suburban read more

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Thank you Derek for finding a new car for my wife! I gave him the model, price range and colors. He located a Toyota Highlander XLE within a week. This was the most trouble and stress free way of purchasing a car. For the first time, I did not have to haggle. Total experience was quick and simple. My wife and I appreciated you and your staff's professionalism and friendliness. Haru and Sharon Fujita read more

We purchased a use truck. it was nice that when doing this no pressure from sales person. Found a truck we liked and Derek was great we got our financing done in a hour at a monthly payment we could afford Derek has made sure we were totally satisfied . Would recommend highly read more

Catalano Motors - This is the truck we purchased. - Used Car Dealers Near Me - Dana Point, California

I feel so disappointed. All the dashboard lights turned on the day after I purchased a car. I contacted the dealer and they told me to bring my car back and they would take care of it. They just turned off the lights for one day. Not only that, They added LoJack to the sale without asking if I wanted it. I thought it was included, but that added another 2000 to the total. I was pre approved with my bank for a good loan, but still they ran my credit. The temporary plates were printed wrong and I got a ticket just one day after the purchase. The officer said, that it looks fake, only letters and numbers. It was the first time I got a ticket in my life. The plate frame they installed was covering the permit dates. At the dealership everyone was so nice and polite. But I definitely won't recommend them. Buying a car is not an everyday thing. Make your purchase thinking you deserve better. read more

I had a fantastic experience buying my car! Very easy and very efficient. Derek was the best and made the whole process run smoothly. I would highly recommend! read more

I was so surprised at the length of of customer service that Greg went t to please me.. I live in Gardena and he drove the vehicle all way from Corona ubered back.. the paperwork was done online so when he arrived all I had to do was go over the paperwork..sign and copy and my vehicle is in my garage.. thank you again Greg. read more

Awesome little dealership working with Greg was awesome great guy works hard to get u the deal u want

This dealership was worth the hour drive. Derek was helpful over the phone with accurate information about the vehicle we were inquiring about so that we didn't drive all the way out to Corona for nothing. When we got there we met Doug who was amazing. He was just so honest and real that we felt completely as ease and knew we were being taken care of. This is a small family owned business and these men clearly want you to be happy with your purchase. When we are ready to purchase our next car we will call them first. We felt like we were working with family. Oh and we love the car! It was the cleanest one we had seen in all of our searches. Exactly like the picture advertised! And thanks to Doug for putting in the extra effort to get our interest rate as low as possible. You can tell he doesn't burn bridges in his business. He has a whole team working with him. Thank you Doug and Derek for the wonderful buying experience. read more

Be very careful purchasing anything from Catalano Motors. I purchased a Ford Explorer within two months of having the car the transmission went out and axle was cracked I purchased extended warranty through Catalano Motors finding out the extended warranty never existed .. I took my car to Ford and Ford explain there's no extended warranty ..I immediately called Derik he tried to talk me out of canceling extended warranty that never existed. Derik is a snake be very careful if purchasing any vehicle from Catalano Motors you will be purchasing a lemon. read more

So glad we decided to go here, Derek was very helpful and didn't try to act like he knew everything he was honest, super friendly and did not make us feel uncomfortable and pressured to leave with a vehicle (we did anyway) Thanks Catalano Motors!!!! read more

I really didn't want to have to buy a car, Let alone have to drive to another county to buy one, but I'm glad I came here. These guys are awesome! straightforward- they tell you what's up and I appreciate that. They did not waste a second of my time, totally professional and the owner is very hands on, He's involved in every sale it's just probably the most painful car buying experience I've had. I cannot recommend them any higher. Kevin-you rule man. Turns out our busted up backs are soul brothers And at the end of everything we figured out that he knows my dad and my dad knows him...but we didn't know that going into it. Small world But I felt like family the second I walked in the door. Thanks guys! read more

Catalano Motors - My Edge - Used Car Dealers Near Me - Dana Point, California

Great experience! Very easy. test drive, paperwork all done in less than a hour!

I had always wanted a truck, and when it came time to buy one out of necessity, I couldn't have made a better choice than to go to Catalano Motors! Greg was the most genuine salesman I had ever met and Derek was more than accommodating! They had so many options and were completely open about helping me pick the best option for my needs. They even work directly with Schools First meaning that financing was a breeze and I was able to drive off of the lot within a matter of about an hour. I couldn't sing any higher praises for this dealership and if there was an option for a 6th star I'd give it. Never going to another dealership ever again! Great Hidden gem in Corona. read more

Let me start off by Thanking Kevin!! You have made this experience amazing and easy! My situation was a little complicated but after explaining it towithin an hour he got me approved on this awesome car and with a really good rate. Drove 1hr. And 30mins to pick up my car and every minute was worth it! read more

Catalano Motors - 2016 Dodge Charger sxt - Used Car Dealers Near Me - Dana Point, California

We were SO well taken care of in our search for an EV. From start to finish, communication was fast and reliable, and the car buying process was the easiest we've ever had. Greg helped us out so much and was so nice to talk to, and the owner Derek showed such a great level of care for the Corona community. I regularly teach at Santiago HS and grew up in Corona, and Catalano made this town and community feel so small and close. They made it clear that they try to help out local educators when they can, and absolutely delivered on that. We got an amazing deal because they honored their original website price since that's when I initially called in. Super honest place with amazing integrity. We never felt pressured or uncomfortable and feel so lucky to have gotten the car that we did. If you're in the Corona community and are looking for a local business to support, I highly recommend taking a look if you're in the market for a car! read more

Excellent customer service, friendly staff, and professional environment. Javier is reliable, quick to answer any questions you might have, and willing to help you with any matter you may have on the vehicle/s you're interested in. Will definitely come back to Catalano Motors for our next vehicle. read more

I am always skeptical of small dealerships but Catalano Motors quashed those fears after the first call. Kevin was amazing. I was on a budget and upsidedown on my current car. Kevin was honest from the get go. No hard sales tactics no pressure. The first car I looked at was not what I wanted so I decided to wait. Kevin was very understanding and did not try to push me into a car i didn't want. About a month or so later I found another car on their website, contacted Kevin and he was there to help. Even when I couldn't make up my mind, he was patient and understanding. I got the car I really wanted and for a great price. I would highly recommend this dealership to anyone and will be back. read more

This was my first time buying a car, Greg was absolutely fantastic! He was very trusting, adjusted to me and my boyfriend's accommodations. They worked with us and got straight to the point. I will always go to them and recommend to everyone I know! Buying a car can be stressful and with lots to know, these guys know how to do their job and clarified everything we needed to know. Their office was clean, and had stuff for the kids to do. They even brought us fruit, water and anything we needed! They went out of their way to make us feel confident in our purchase. THANK YOU! YOU GUYS ROCK! read more

Quickest car purchase. Greg was straight to the point. Not too much back n forth with pricing. Had what i wanted. Came back with the check and it was a done deal. Honestly quickest car deal I've ever experienced. Will definitely buy from them again! Great small dealer. No games. Good cars. Good service! Love my truck! read more

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DO NOT PURCHASE!!!! STAY AWAY!!!! We bought a used 2016 GMC Yukon XL 5.3L. on April 22, 2023, and the extended warranty Derek offered us through Endurance Dealer Services, LLC (Level 4, Highest Coverage). Our truck broke down on December 4, 2023, eight months after purchase. Diagnostic came back stating that it was a misfire on a lifter and Cylinders 1 and 7. We followed all the instructions in the agreement and did everything the rep indicated so that the repair shop could repair our truck. To this day the warranty has not authorized repairs claiming the repair shop hasn't followed through and that in the course of their inspector going out to do the inspection they tampered with the parts. I searched Endurance Dealer Services, LLC up on Better Business Bureau and other websites and there are other claims just like mine to the extent that the warranty is finding any and every little excuse to deny the claim and not pay for repairs. I have also filed a complaint with BBB. I am now stuck with a repair bill of $6,000.00 and $2,000.00 in car rental bills. I contacted Derek to see if he could help out or refund me and at the beginning it seemed like he wanted to help as he indicated he would email the warranty company, but he did nothing and never replied to my text. I then called the office to follow up on my text to Derek and talked to Greg instead, he also seemed like he was trying to help. After almost a week of waiting under Greg's direction to see if the warranty company would do something he said that the warranty had denied the claim because the repair shop didn't follow through and tampered with the parts and he proceeded to say that he already tried to help me that I needed to stop calling them. So now, my truck is still at the repair shop because I don't have the money to pay for the repair and the rental. I have submitted all the paperwork to BBB regarding this matter as well. I'm not just a customer who isn't happy because things didn't go "MY WAY" as Derek indicated during our first conversation when I called him regarding this issue and told him that I had read all the fraud claims with BBB. I purchased a warranty that he offered, and my truck is at the repair shop broken down that I purchased eight months ago from him as well. Do your research before you buy anything from these people!! read more

I was referred to Derek through a good friend. Let me start by saying I was not looking forward to buying a car because I hate dealing with car sales people. That being said I found the exact opposite here. Derek went to work for me to get exactly what I wanted. He is a very down to earth person and nothing like the typical sales person you usually find in this business. Such a great experience and I will will definitely be referring any friends who have needs his way. Thank you Derek and team for my best car buying experience yet. read more

The best experience we ever had at a dealership. Great interest rate and amazing customer service! If you're looking to purchase a vehicle this is the best place in the Inland Empire hands down!! Thank you Catalano Motors!! Dreams in driveways!! read more

We just brought a 2007 Corvette and had a trade-in. The whole experience was very pleasant and quick! They know what they are doing and didn't jerk us around at all! Check them out. It was worth the drive to Corona read more

Bought a 2018 durango a few months ago and the car is great. Thank u Derik and your dad, you guys are awesome . You said u would help get me into a new ride and that's exactly what u did. I got a great suv at a very good price with a very low monthly payment . Highly recommend Catalano Motors to anyone looking for a car. read more

We had a great experience at the dealership! We had trouble finding a truck we liked and then we went to Catalano and found 3 and had trouble deciding which one, we liked them all! Derek was very amazing and made everything so easy and no pressure. It was nice that Derek, the owner, was involved in every aspect of the sale and helped us from start to finish. When we traded in our truck we forgot my husbands Oakley sunglasses and Derek even returned them to us days later. We definitely recommend buying your next vehicle here!! read more

I can't say enough good words about the customer service I experienced while shopping for a new vehicle. Being a single woman I was nervous about making decisions, and they made it effortless and I felt I could trust them 100%! Everything happened quickly and easily, I was able to trade in my vehicle for something I love and that was cost efficient! A million thanks to this establishment. read more

LEMON. You asked me (and my sister) several times for me to give you a 5 Star Review (in addition to hers) when I assisted my sister, Crystal Lovell, with paperwork when she bought a Yukon from you. She immediately had issues the FIRST DAY, so I chose not to. This situation definitely warrants a review...would be ZERO if there was the option to. There has been nothing but constant problems since DAY 1. We drove the car to you several times from Orange County to Corona and left it with you to be "fixed" by the shop you use. You refused to give any paperwork showing what the shop did and now it Is clear why. On top of the car issues, once the purchase was complete, we were met with condescending remarks about how it is not your problem and this is the choice she made. It won't even start now after your several "fixes" and your concern to make sure she has something reliable and safe, it is clear it was just a sales tactic and your family owned business isn't as trustworthy as you claim. This is the first time I have ever left a negative review and it saddens me that someone on disability with a fixed income has been treated this way when the whole reason we bought from you was because of how honest, reliable, and helpful you claimed to be...with all of your "5 Star Reviews." read more

Bought a beautiful 2019 Range Rover from Derek. The process was very easy and smooth. I highly recommend Catalano Motors for your next vehicle purchase. Thanks again! read more

If you are in the Market for a new Car n want exceptional value for your Dollar I suggest you go to Catalano Motors!! I went in after weeks of looking for a car n findI got junk until I came to Catalano Motors!! Customer service is 2nd to none!!i Spent no more then a hr from walk in to leaving with my 2014 Tundra 1794 edition!! I am telling my friends n Family that are in the market for a new car to don't waste ur time shopping around go to Catalano motors if he doesn't have he can get what ur looking for!! Thanks again Catalans Motors for the best car buying experience I have a in a long time!! read more

My husband and i found a 2008 ford 350 for a work/family truck. We were in a major bind and they were able to get us into a truck right away. We were so thankful. Until the very next day when the check engine light came on. They took the truck back to get checked out right away. Again we were very thankful. It was all downhill from there. Mind u we put a $6,500 down payment on this truck. Well needless to say they completely screwed us. They had to "fix" the truck three different times, THEY NEVER FIXED IT!! The truck blows white smoke into the cab of the truck, making it hard to breath. We told them this was happening, my husband showed them a video, the mechanic even saw it with his own eyes. They said "we fixed it" i repeat THEY NEVER FIXED IT and the problem only got worse. We called them the VERY NEXT DAY wanting to trade the truck back for something more reliable. My husband needs this for work and without a reliable truck we can't work!!!! We talked to them, pleaded with them and all they said was "u signed an as is and the loan already went through" this was the VERY NEXT DAY!!! I am disgusted with the owner of this dealership as well as the ones who work there and allow this to happen. Put it this way, i NEVER WRITE BAD REVIEWS!!! But this has financially hurt my family more then they know. My son couldn't even breath the last time he got outta the truck. We hve let the truck go into repo becuase we will not pay for it. We are taking legal action. Even tho it's a long shot i guarantee you i will not give up. My family has been in corona Norco areas for YEARS!!! We own an outdoor shooting range which is very reputable, so for someone locally to put us in this kind of position is so upsetting. I can sit and say DO NOT BUY FROM HERE. But everyone has their own experiences i just hope your is better then ours. Make sure to read your paperwork and ask questions like IF WE WANT TO BRING IT BACK what's the time frame. They give u two days to do this, remember we called them the very next day asking for the truck to be traded in. They did not honor this, said the owner was "out of town" i have txt msgs to prove all of this. But my point is THEY HAVE NO IDEA WHAT KIND OF HARDSHIP THEY HVE PUT ON MY FAMILY (three kids) I can sit and talk all the shit on them but at the end of the day, they completely left us in a hole and now without a truck for work. Which has caused my husband to change work fields cause we don't hve a truck to tow our trailer for our family owned small business. I will be very involved in all community's near by as a Woman Owned Small Business and i will make sure everyone knows what kind of bind they have put us in. If u get a car here or have before with a good experience all i can say is, I wish i was writing a good review along side you. read more

We had a great Experience with Catalano Motors they were friendly, knowledgeable and friendly. We bought a really nice and dependable car. They did a great job. read more

Highly recommend Catalano Motors. This place is great, I was able to find a great family car, I got qualified pretty quick, with a low monthly payment. Thanks Javier for the great service, by far this is the best experience I had buying a car. I will definitely come back to purchase my next car at Catalano Motors. read more

Such a huge fan of the establishment from the first initial phone call to us leaving the lot. Drove my friend from Santa Monica to Corona as a first time buyer, I was there to make sure he got a solid deal since I'm in the same sales industry. I was very much impressed, I didn't even have to talk, nor even negotiate. The staff was completely honest, friendly,up front, and no run around. Their service was completely outstanding. For sure purchasing another car from them soon. read more

Sold me a lemon. Had issues since day one. I don't know how they sleep at night. They care more about their 5 stars then selling a vehicle that is safe much less reliable. Greg is condisending and the owner is always "unavailable". I've had issues since day 1, the 3 times I physically had to take it back to be fixed within first 43 days has now proven point less. Did they actually even do anything??? Who knows. What i do know is the vehicle no longer runs and ive only had it several months. What a joke. read more

Love my SRX and love the customer service. Derek was no pressure and friendly. I will definitely recommend CM and Derek to all my friends and family! read more

Staff was super helpful in purchasing my Toyota Corolla. I was in and out and got a more than reasonable price. Highly recommend for anyone who is looking at getting a new vehicle. read more

The guys at Catalano Motors are great! I bought a 2018 Mazda3 from Kevin for my son's first car. They treat their customers like family. This was by far the easiest car buying experience I have ever had. Thank you! read more