Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What do you know about buying a car or truck that I don't?

A: I know the price that the dealers pay for their cars. This means I can negotiate with confidence and get you the best price on a quality car.

Q: Why should I trust you with such an important purchase?

A: I am licensed in California as a Retail Automobile Dealer and Broker. California Dealer License # 64783. I have a $50,000 Dealer Surety Bond posted with Western Surety Company, Bond # 14760616. I am insured for $1,000,000 liability with State National Insurance Company. I will save you time and money.

Q: How do I know that you are getting me the best price on my vehicle?

A: You can look it up on the web. I will get you a vehicle well below the dealer price on Kelly Blue Book. Simply look and see how far below the dealer price I offer you the vehicle to calculate your savings.

Q: How do I know I will get the car I want?

A: I will interview you and carefully note your desires for a vehicle. I will find out what is important to you, like features, colors, miles, budget, etc. Before the vehicle is purchased for you, you will know all about it, including it's history. You decide if the vehicle is right for you.

Q: How do I know I am getting a good car or truck?

A: I don't just focus on price. The sweetness of low price wears off much faster than the bitterness of poor quality. I will thoroughly inspect the vehicle and obtain a vehicle history report. Before the vehicle is delivered to you, it is professionally inspected by an ASE Certified Auto Mechanic, Smog Certified, and reconditioned to whatever level we agree upon before you get the vehicle. You will get a clean, safe, dealer quality car with a fresh oil change.

Q: Can I drive it first before I buy it?

A: If you have chosen a model of vehicle that you have never driven before It is a good idea to test drive that model to be sure it is what you want. It is common to feel the need to drive a particular vehicle before committing to purchasing it. If you are the one who is evaluating the vehicle mechanically, it is a very good idea. Since I will be providing that service for you there is no need to 'test drive' the vehicle in an attempt to find significant mechanical defects. I will thoroughly inspect the vehicle, and if it passes my inspection, I will then have an ASE Certified Mechanic do a safety inspection, followed by a Smog Inspection by a state certified Smog Testing Center. In order to find a vehicle as close as possible to your desires, I use dozens of sources, not all in this local area. Often the vehicle I source for you is offered to dealers only or is a considerable distance away making it impractical to test drive first before I deliver the vehicle to you.

Q: How much do you charge?

A: My fee is $295. payable upon delivery of the vehicle. This does not include Sales Tax, License and Title Fee, $30 Smog Certification Fee, $75 Mechanical Inspection fee (Includes oil change), Auction fee (if applicable) and any delivery fee (if applicable).

Q: Do you work with anybody?

A: I don't discriminate based on race, religion, or national origin. I work with those looking for a vehicle valued at $5,000 and above.

Q: How much does it cost if I decide not to purchase a vehicle from you?

A: Nothing.

Q: Will you take my trade-in?

A: Yes.

Q: Do the Cars you sell have a Warranty?

A: Some of the vehicles may still have remaining factory warranty if they are new enough. The vehicle you purchase may or may not have any remaining factory warranty. Either way, I recommend that you purchase a Service Contract.

Q: Okay, I am ready to go. How do I get started.

A: Click on one of the links below, fill out the form the best you can and I will contact you.

Q: I have a question that you didn't answer.

A: Please call me at 858.274.9003 or e-mail