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5 Best Used Car Dealerships in Denver (2026)

Ranked by real Google ratings and review volume · How we chose

Talise Sterling
By Talise Sterling, Goods and Shopping · ✓ Updated · 8 min read

We compared 18 used car dealerships in Denver on Google Maps · 5 listed · How we rank

Buying from one of the used car dealerships in Denver mostly means trusting a stranger's word about a vehicle you cannot fully inspect yourself. The review counts here vary enormously: The Sharpest Rides in Englewood has more than 9,500 Google reviews at 4.5, while the other dealers hold from more than 400 to more than 3,500 each at 4.7 or 4.8.

Short answer: The Sharpest Rides in Englewood has the most Google reviews on this page, more than 9,500 at 4.5 stars. DriveTime Used Cars (4.8, more than 3,500 reviews), Del Norte Automobile (4.8) and Golden Line Auto LLC (4.8) are rated higher, on smaller review bases. Prices vary by vehicle, so compare each lot's own listings and ask about financing before you visit.
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Denver Used Car Lots, Compared

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 The Sharpest Rides 4.5 ★ 9,577 Biggest review base View ›
2 DriveTime Used Cars 4.8 ★ 3,583 National chain, financing on site View ›
3 Del Norte Automobile 4.8 ★ 521 Financing and accessories View ›
4 Nations Auto, Inc 4.7 ★ 573 Broadway lot, loyal buyers View ›
5 Golden Line Auto LLC 4.8 ★ 448 Inspect-before-you-buy View ›
5 Best Used Car Dealerships in Denver (2026)

Dealers worth a test drive

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#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

The Sharpest Rides

4.59,577 Google reviews

The Sharpest Rides is a used car and used truck dealer on South Tejon Street in Englewood, open Monday to Saturday, 8 AM to 8 PM, by its Google listing. Its site sorts inventory into sections that include an Under $15K group, clearance, and family trucks and vans, and also shows a financing link with Capital One pre-qualification, warranties, a trade-in quote and nationwide shipping.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe salespeople who were upfront and did not push a sale
  • A first-time buyer said the rep lowered their payment twice
  • Repeat customers mention returning for a second car and sending friends
  • The dealer replies to reviews, often naming the salesperson mentioned

Worth knowing

  • Its 4.5 is the lowest rating on this page, and a visible share of its Google ratings are one star, so read the low-star reviews as well as the glowing ones
Reputation scorecardrank in Denver
Rating4.5 / 5
Review volume9,577 · 97th
Confidencevery high
Recency7 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown84% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The most-reviewed lot here by a wide margin, with trucks, vans and under-$15K cars sorted into sections on its site. The rating sits a little below the smaller dealers, which is worth weighing against the sheer volume of buyers behind it.

Website+1720-343-5781 Directions

2250 S Tejon St, Englewood, CO 80110

DriveTime Used Cars logo
#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

DriveTime Used Cars

4.83,583 Google reviews

DriveTime Used Cars is the Denver branch of a national used car chain, on South Havana Street. Google lists it as a used car dealer and also as a car finance and loan company, and its hours run Monday to Saturday, with a late start of 11 AM Monday to Thursday.

What people praise

  • Reviewers say salespeople explained each vehicle they test drove
  • Two reviewers said they never felt pressured
  • One couple was back for their second purchase and called each visit amazing
  • Reviewers name several staff members who helped with the paperwork and contract

Worth knowing

  • A chain branch, so expect a standard company process rather than a one-owner lot
Reputation scorecardrank in Denver
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume3,583 · 92nd
Confidencevery high
Recency2 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown94% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A solid choice for buyers who want financing handled under the same roof, and the second-largest review base on this page. Reviews describe a calm sales process.

Website+1303-537-1050 Directions

625 S Havana St, Denver, CO 80012

Del Norte Automobile logo
#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Del Norte Automobile

4.8521 Google reviews

Del Norte Automobile is a used car dealer on West Alameda Avenue in Denver. Google also files it under tune-up, brake, tire, wheel alignment and truck and car accessories categories, and the lot is open Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 6 PM.

What people praise

  • A buyer who feared being turned down for financing said a salesperson had them financed within an hour
  • One reviewer bought an SRT Jeep and praised the customer service
  • One reviewer said an order was placed and finished very quickly

Worth knowing

  • Reviews are mostly positive but not unanimous, so read the lower ratings and have a mechanic inspect any used vehicle you are serious about
Reputation scorecardrank in Denver
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume521 · 75th
Confidencehigh
Recency4 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown93% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A well-rated independent lot with a service-and-accessories side, rated 4.8 on a mid-sized review base. Ask about current inventory and financing terms directly with the lot.

Website+1720-201-1558 Directions

2740 W Alameda Ave, Denver, CO 80219

Nations Auto, Inc logo
#4🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Nations Auto, Inc

4.7573 Google reviews

Nations Auto, Inc is a car dealer on South Broadway, open Monday to Saturday, 8:30 AM to 6 PM. Google lists it simply as a car dealer, and reviewers describe buying used vehicles there such as a 2014 Nissan and a truck, including one buyer who bought a business vehicle.

What people praise

  • A reviewer worried about their credit score said they were treated with courtesy
  • One buyer said the whole purchase, truck and loan, took less than 24 hours
  • Reviewers say staff were straightforward about blemishes on the vehicle
  • One reviewer said this was the second car they had bought here in 20 years

Worth knowing

  • Google files it under the broader car dealer category, so confirm the vehicles on the lot are used before you go
Reputation scorecardrank in Denver
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume573 · 81st
Confidencehigh
Recency7 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown89% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A well-liked Broadway lot with a loyal customer base and a rating of 4.7 on more than 550 reviews. Staff names come up repeatedly in the reviews, so ask who helped the people you read.

Website+1303-722-2443 Directions

1601 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80210

Golden Line Auto LLC logo
#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Golden Line Auto LLC

4.8448 Google reviews

Golden Line Auto LLC is a used car dealer on Leetsdale Drive in Denver, open Monday to Saturday, 10 AM to 7 PM. Reviewers describe a salesperson named Junior and other staff who answered questions and did not upsell.

What people praise

  • One reviewer was allowed to inspect the car before buying, and said the results matched the description
  • Reviewers describe no-pressure sales and affordable, dependable vehicles
  • Pricing was called amazing by one buyer, who also credited the service
  • Two reviewers single out the salesperson Junior by name

Worth knowing

  • Ratings are strong but not perfect, so read the lower-star reviews and the owner's replies alongside the five-star ones
Reputation scorecardrank in Denver
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume448 · 58th
Confidencehigh
Recency8 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown94% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A smaller lot rated 4.8 on more than 400 reviews, and the buyers who praise it mention honesty and a chance to inspect first. As with any used car, an independent check before you sign is sensible.

Website+1720-476-4036 Directions

6490 Leetsdale Dr, Denver, CO 80224

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How the scores work

Every figure on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated the dealer, ranked against the other dealers here. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.5 from thousands of buyers carries different weight than a 4.8 from hundreds. Recency reflects how recently customers still leave reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

What drives used car prices in Denver (2026)

Used car prices depend on mileage, vehicle history, trim, dealer fees, your trade-in and the interest rate on any loan, so a headline price tells you little. The Sharpest Rides’ site shows mileage and an asking price for each vehicle in its inventory, which makes cars easy to compare before you visit. Compare the out-the-door price in writing across lots rather than the sticker alone.

Used car lots across Denver and Englewood

The dealers above sit on South Tejon Street in Englewood, South Havana Street, West Alameda Avenue, South Broadway and Leetsdale Drive. Looking for a used car dealer near me in Denver? Each listing shows a phone number and directions, so you can call about a specific vehicle before you drive over.

What to ask before you buy a used car

  • Can I take the car to my own mechanic for an inspection before I sign?
  • Can I see the vehicle history report, and does the car have any accident or hail damage record?
  • What is the out-the-door price, including dealer fees and taxes?
  • Does the car come with a warranty, and what does it cover?
  • If I finance here, what is the interest rate and the total cost of the loan?

Frequently asked questions

Which Denver used car dealers on this page help with financing?

The Sharpest Rides’ site shows a financing link with Capital One pre-qualification and a buy here pay here menu item. Google lists DriveTime Used Cars as a car finance and loan company. One Del Norte Automobile reviewer, expecting to be turned down, said they were financed within an hour, and a Nations Auto reviewer worried about their credit said they were treated courteously. Approval and terms depend on you, so ask each lot directly.

Can I have a used car inspected before buying in Denver?

Ask every dealer before you agree to anything. A Golden Line Auto reviewer said staff let them inspect the car before purchase and that the results matched the description. Having an independent mechanic look at the vehicle is a sensible step at any lot.

Are Denver used car dealers open on Sundays?

Google lists all of the dealers here as open Monday to Saturday, with no Sunday hours shown. Weekday hours vary, from 8 AM to 8 PM at The Sharpest Rides to 11 AM to 7 PM at DriveTime Used Cars on Monday to Thursday, so confirm before a trip.

Is The Sharpest Rides really in Denver?

Its address is on South Tejon Street in Englewood, just south of Denver. The other dealers on this page have Denver addresses on South Havana Street, West Alameda Avenue, South Broadway and Leetsdale Drive.

For the most Google reviews, start with The Sharpest Rides. For ratings of 4.8, look at DriveTime Used Cars, Del Norte Automobile and Golden Line Auto. Whichever lot you choose, get an independent inspection and the out-the-door price in writing.

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