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    OC Auto Guys

    3.9 (93 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Big Shout out to Shawn at OC Auto Guys! He was very professional and gave me a really great deal on my car!!
    Isabel M.

    Big Shout out to Shawn at OC Auto Guys! He was very professional and gave me a really great deal on my car!! I will come back soon to get another one!! This place is really the Home of greatest deals!! I can't wait to come back and get my next car he

    2014 bmw!
    Heather S.

    Very helpful and funny! Great deal on a bmw. Love the service responded quickly and explained everything in detail. I feel very satisfied with my purchase

    The manager Omar gave me great help in finding a car I would love and appreciate Thanks so much for your assistance

    noemi g.

    Shout out to Shawn! Because of him, I was able to get the BMW I always wanted. He was very very very accommodating and responsive to all of my questions. I felt absolutely confident when purchasing this car. What a coincidence it's matching my brand new shoes. Can't wait to roll down the street in this beauty! If you're looking to purchase a car and you're hesitant, you should definitely stop by OC Auto Guys and have Shawn help you out.

    Tristan C.

    Great prices and process with Shawn. Very easy and fast process, highly recommend if you're looking to buy something reliable and in good shape. Worked with other dealers and this was the best process. Thank you Shawn! Very satisfied with the car.

    Amber G.

    We were looking around for a while trying to find the perfect car for the perfect price and the manager Shawn really exceeded our expectations when it came to inventory and price. He even went out of his way to have fresh tires placed on the vehicle right before signing. If you're tired of dealing with shady salesman, this is a refreshing car buying experience. 10/10

    Jimmy A.

    He sold me my dream car, A 2015 BMW i8 w 27k miles for $60k. I have a few friends that have dealerships in the area but I chose to go with Shawn because he's honest and trustable and I know I'm getting the best deal without haggling or bargaining. I'm definitely sending anyone I know to him. If he doesn't have the car you're looking for he will find it for you at the your price range. Thank you for being a stand up guy.

    Oscar M.

    After an exhausting month of car shopping and dealing with interesting sales tactics, my wife and I found OC Auto Guys who offered us a great deal on our Audi Q5. Car buying doesn't have to be a painful. If, you are looking for a friendly and honest car buying experience Just contact my man Shawn and he will definitely take good care of you. I Will definitely recommend him to my family and friends and most likely will be buying my next vehicle from here.

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    6 years ago

    Very nice & professional guys! We received exceptional customer service. Def recommend

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    Great service. Reliable and will highly recommend for future reference. Definitely coming back!

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    Omar was nice. Good deals. New vehicle purchased. Welcoming environment. Check it out.

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    Best service, no hassle in and out with an amazing deal!!! Go see Shawn and his team!

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    These guys are just that- guys catching deals and passing them along. Avoid dealerships and cut to the real thing!

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    8 years ago

    10 months to get a pink slip. DMV Investigations Office involved. If you have any sense about you, try another dealer.

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    6 years ago

    Such a great experience. Came from a bad dealership in San Diego. And they exceeded my expectations, definitely recommend!

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    Ask the Community - OC Auto Guys

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    Shawn sold me my dream car and was awesome even after I gave him a hard time about all these crazy reviews...

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    Newport Fisker

    4.7
    (228 reviews)

    I want to be fair with this review, so I'm going to lay out exactly what happened and let you…read moredecide for yourself. The Good: Zed runs a no-nonsense operation. No pressure tactics, no surprise fees, fair pricing, and a quick and easy transaction. It's refreshing compared to the typical used car dealer experience, and I genuinely appreciated that. The Bad: I drove off the lot and immediately noticed two warning lights on the dash: charging port fault and airbag. You know how cars flash a few lights on startup and they disappear within seconds? That's what I assumed. Besides, you're spending $50K+ on a car and you don't expect to drive away with these active warnings. I simply trusted Zed on that. Both turned out to be real issues. $1,400 paid to fix it. During my inspection, one of the Falcon Wing doors hesitated when opening. Zed said it was probably the sun, shade, or dust interfering. I took his word for it. It wasn't. $650 quote from Tesla. One week later, a steering rack warning appeared. $4,000 quote. Total damage in week one: over $6,000 on top of the purchase price. My Take: I want to give him the benefit of the doubt and assume he didn't know about these issues. But either way, it's clear these cars aren't being thoroughly inspected before they hit the lot. I'd give 3.5 stars if I could, but $6,000+ in repairs within a week makes 4 stars hard to justify. Would I buy from here again? "Maybe..." But next time I'm bringing my own inspector, spending more time on the test drive, and checking every light, every panel, and every moving part myself. Bottom line: Good dealer. Smooth process. But do NOT skip a thorough pre-purchase inspection. Do NOT assume the car is in good condition because you're having a good experience during your time at the dealership.

    These guys are the real deal! Absolutely zero hidden fees or mandatory add-ons which means the…read moreprice you see is the price you're going to pay... I wish all dealers operated like this. I worked with Zed on my purchase and communication over text was flawless. He took the time to make sure I understood the ins and outs of the vehicle and worked with me to get a decent value for my trade-in. Well worth the drive from San Diego for me. If you're in the market for an EV, do yourself a favor and start here first. Tons of cool cars on the lot.

    California Beemers Teslers

    California Beemers Teslers

    4.3
    (1.5k reviews)

    We stopped by to check out a Kia EV9 they had listed on their site. After speaking with Norman and…read moreBrian, it was clear right away that we were dealing with professional and genuinely relatable people. Used car sales can carry a negative stigma, but from our first impression, there was no pressure or typical sales tactics--just a team focused on helping us with the Kia EV9. When we sat down to go over financing and numbers with Frank, we expected the usual back-and-forth with a sales manager--but that wasn't the case at all. He was straightforward, honest, and just as professional. The entire team was transparent, including clearly explaining the ceramic coating add-on so there were no surprises. Even after we left the lot, they continued to go above and beyond--quickly addressing a couple of follow-up questions and a small concern we had. We absolutely love our EV9, and we've already been recommending them to others looking to get into an EV. If you're in the market for a well-maintained EV and a smooth, no-pressure buying experience, this is the place to go.

    Drove an hour with my family for a car that was sold the night before... even though I confirmed…read morethe appt in the morning. Tried out other cars I liked but found out the advertised price is not the actual price. +$5k of wheels and ceramic coating, and fees as an additional cost. It's mentioned in the listing that this may be the case, but it's always the case on every car. What I REALLY didn't like though was the "extra" DMV fees, which is not allowed. Those are fixed costs...Last, when asked about the manufacturer warranty, it was overstated. We did like our sales rep, inventory, but the pricing strategy was really not ideal.

    OC Autosource

    OC Autosource

    4.7
    (126 reviews)

    I really wanted and intended to write a five star review of OC Autosource because initially I liked…read morethe owner, Tony Thompson and trusted him. I ignored other reviews and purchased my dream car from OC Autosource...a Bentley Continental GT Speed "Limited Le Mans Edition" (#7 of 48) coupe. Though the car had been in his hands for weeks, he apparently never bothered to have a mechanic look at it. I paid for a PPI (Pre-Purchase Inspection) after buying it (my bad, don't make this mistake) and learned the truth about the car. The front grills had sustained damage, breaking off the tabs that hold them in place and subsequently been GLUED back on. The front left wheel had a crack in it which caused the tire to steadily lose air pressure, ultimately triggering an alert on the car's dash. This alert effectively froze the computer, making it impossible to use the navigation, listen to music or do anything else. I returned to the tire shop 3 times for refills, seven days later the alarm was triggered again, On my third visit they discovered the crack in the wheel. The exhaust system was loosely hanging on...missing brackets that secure it and prevent it from hanging low. The car has a 20 speaker, $7500.00 sound system but the blown speaker in the dash made it painful to use...like nails on a chalkboard. When I provided Tony proof of these flaws, he assured me he would make good on the repairs and "..do the right thing" and I believed him. I had everything fixed at a cost of $2637.79 (parts & labor) and now enjoy driving the car. Weeks passed and Tony never contacted me until I posted a review and filed a BBB complaint. 24hrs after posting my initial review & filing a BBB complaint, I got reimbursed the total amt for the aforementioned repairs. But because Tony asked me to "...remove all the negative you put out there" I feel this was mere damage control rather than his desire to do the right thing because I received more messages from him within 24hrs of posting my review than I received in the preceding 4 months.. I promised him an honest review on my first visit to OC Autosouce & that's what this is. I always keep my word. If you intend to purchase a car from OC Autosource, I suggest you demand a PPI be conducted before you buy. Have the cost of any repairs necessary be deducted from the purchase price and handle the repairs yourself. JMO...I could be wrong.

    I wrote this earlier today but must have erased it by mistake. Tony sold my Son a challenger that I…read morePaid $48,000.in a cashiers check for. I had Tony come get the car and he promised me my refund after I sent the pink slip. I did send the pink slip but wasn't refunded. I had a handyman in my home posing as a contractor. He seen a jeep on OC's website and had to have that car. I told him if he could get a vehicle from them then to pay me back the $48,000 that would be fine. Tony let him know the car couldn't go for that cheap. Roger Michael then threatened Tony's life. That didn't go over well. After the poser stole a small fortune from me committed fraud and elder abuse. He stole my Jeep Rubicon and took off for Arroyo Grande. However my Jeep is now in police custody. I'm pursuing charges with the DA against Roger. Tony Thompson has called me and apologized. He is going to make things right between him and I. I'm going to put my trust behind Tony. I believe he will make things right so I'm giving him a good review. I don't want his business to suffer no one deserves that. I want him to do well and help me out. Give him a chance he's had some tough times too.

    Pacific Auto Center Costa Mesa

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    2.7
    (504 reviews)

    Amazing experience from start to finish. As a first-time car buyer, everything was explained…read moreclearly, no pressure, no games, which made the whole process easy and stress-free. Diego was genuinely polite, knowledgeable, and straightforward, answered every question honestly, and made sure I felt confident in my decision. Couldn't have asked for a smoother and supportive process. Thank you very much Diego! It's a pleasure to do business with you and the Pacific Auto Center in Costa Mesa.

    I visited Pacific Auto Center to view a vehicle, then came back ready to negotiate and pay cash for…read moreit. The online listing made the car sound pristine, but in person, it had a long list of issues: broken trim, missing parts, mismatched tires, rusted rotors, and a non-functioning rear screen. These flaws weren't disclosed in the ad. Worse, the dealership attempted to charge $5,500 for paint protection, theft deterrents, tint, and other add-ons that were never discussed beforehand, despite claiming "no hidden fees." Their fine print later revealed these were pre-installed and not part of the advertised price. I waited more than 20 minutes to speak with a manager after raising concerns but willing to negotiate, but no one followed up, so I walked out. This place banks on uninformed buyers accepting inflated prices and vague add-ons. If you're a serious buyer, read the fine print, ask hard questions, and be ready to walk. UPDATE 6/28/25: After buying the same make and model at a different dealership -- one with FAR better integrity -- I want to reflect back at my experience at this dealership and their practices. First, salesman wanted me to negotiate on the final price, not the vehicle price. That's a classic dealership tactic as it protects the sticker price for their metrics, have an easier time hiding add-on profits, and it creates a false impression of flexibility. Ultimately, this is bad for the buyer because transparency is lost, it protects their margin and limits one's leverage. I knew that's what they were aiming at, so I held the line on only negotiating on the sticker price. Again, LOOK AT THE PICTURES AS TO WHY!! In spite of what I just said, he proceeded with the oldest trick dealerships do: "cool-down" or "sweat-you-out" tactic. This is done to make one feel uncomfortable or impatient with the ultimate goal of getting one emotionally invested in staying and "finishing the deal". By doing so, they wear you down so that you're more likely to agree to their numbers just to be done. There are other reasons too but this is a big one. ~20 minutes of waiting, I told one of the salesmen that I've been waiting a while for the manager and will leave in 5 minutes if he doesn't arrive. True to my word, I left. I never heard from them after that (they had my contact info) which tells me they would rather wait for a less informed, emotional buyer to foolishly agree to the unfair price of this car AND overpriced mandatory add-ons. Here's my take away from this dealership: 1) High-pressure, low-integrity dealership model: They prioritize margins over relationships with a focus on flipping cars at inflated prices. They also rely on delays, confusion, and "manager invisibility" to outlast smart buyers. 2) Poor reconditioning = Cut costs: The car's condition (damaged trim, mismatched tires, rusted rotors, broken screen and so on) says they're not investing in inventory. They're pushing it out as-is and hoping no one notices. 3) The "Fool Tax" strategy: the biggest one for this dealership. They keep cars on the lot long enough to find someone unaware or emotionally invested. I was never their ideal buyer. I was informed, direct, and clear. PLEASE TAKE MY EXPERIENCE AS A WARNING. AVOID THEM. I AM SPEAKING AS SOMEONE WHO DID NOT PURCHASE FROM THEM. IMAGINE HOW I WOULD FEEL IF I DID. UPDATE 4/1/26: Since my visit, California passed SB 766, aimed at deceptive practices like misleading pricing and add-ons, the same issues I and many others have raised here. After 10/1/26, dealers engaging in those practices will face greater scrutiny. If you believe you were misled or defrauded, consider filing a complaint w/ DMV Investigations and keep all documentation. In Jan 2026, Yelp placed a "Suspicious Review Activity" alert on this dealership's page (see pic). Read it, then look at how many good reviews come from accounts with 1-3 total reviews here, versus those with a much longer review history. Draw your own conclusions. IF YOU FOUND A VEHICLE YOU LOVE AT THIS DEALERSHIP, PLEASE STAY AWAY!! THEY WILL USE YOUR EMOTIONS AGAINST YOU.

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