California Motors Direct
Santa Ana, CA·9 verified quotes*
Nov 14, 2025 – Jan 24, 2026· Score updated Apr 10, 2026
Current Inventory
View all 483 vehicles →$26,999
Median Price
30
Median Days Listed
65
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Price vs. Days on Lot
Vehicles in the upper-right are expensive and slow to sell — best negotiation opportunities.
Days on Market
How long vehicles have been listed. Older stock means more room to negotiate.
Transparency Score Breakdown
- Doc fee ($0) is at or below CA average ($101)
- Average dealer add-ons of $2,251 when present
- Fees average 11.9% above listing (~$4,165 on a $35k vehicle) — high
Doc Fee Comparison
Recent Quotes
Verified out-the-door prices from real transactions
6 vehicle transactions — 9 individual quotes
Most Common Add-ons
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is California Motors Direct's doc fee?
California Motors Direct charges a typical documentation fee of $0. The CA average is $85. This is based on 9 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does California Motors Direct add mandatory add-ons?
California Motors Direct adds an average of $1,751 in dealer add-ons when present. Ask for an itemized breakdown and negotiate to remove non-essential items like paint protection, nitrogen tire fill, or VIN etching.
Is California Motors Direct a good dealer?
California Motors Direct has a transparency score of 47.7/100, earning a Grade F. This score is based on their doc fees, add-on behavior, dealer markup, and data quality from 9 verified OTD quotes. This is below average. Consider getting quotes from other dealers in the area for comparison.
At a Glance
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- This dealer often adds $1,751 in dealer add-ons. Request a quote WITHOUT any add-ons upfront. These are almost always removable.
- Low-rated dealer. Get everything in writing. Ask for an itemized OTD quote before visiting.
- Dealer markup is 12% above listing (excluding taxes). Ask for an itemized breakdown — doc fees and add-ons may be negotiable.
- Doc fee ($0) is at or below CA average. One less thing to negotiate.
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