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5 Best Used Car Dealerships in San Diego (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 San Diego on Google Maps · 5 listed · How we rank

A used car is only as good as the dealer who sold it, and used car dealerships in San Diego differ a lot in what they stock and how they sell. The dealers below hold more than 880 Google reviews between them, with ratings from 4.3 to 5.0, so the useful question is what each one is known for.

Short answer: Grand Motors in National City is rated 5.0 from more than 210 Google reviews. San Diego Auto House (4.8), CarNova (4.9), sandiegocarforsale.com in Lemon Grove (4.7) and San Diego Auto Finder (4.3) are also on the page. No prices are published here.
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Used lots side by side

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Grand Motors 5.0 ★ 214 European makes and luxury SUVs View ›
2 San Diego Auto House 4.8 ★ 190 Land Cruisers and out-of-town buyers View ›
3 CarNova 4.9 ★ 165 Everyday cars, Sunday visits View ›
4 sandiegocarforsale.com 4.7 ★ 140 Repeat buyers and long-distance purchases View ›
5 San Diego Auto Finder 4.3 ★ 173 Late-model cars and credit approval View ›
5 Best Used Car Dealerships in San Diego (2026)

The dealers, reviewed

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

Grand Motors

5.0214 Google reviews

Grand Motors is a used car dealer at 1741 National City Blvd in National City, selling pre-owned cars and pickup trucks from an online showroom. Its Google listing carries Audi, BMW, Land Rover, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz and Porsche dealer tags, and its site lists finance and pre-approval pages as well as a Sell My Car option. The site cites 60+ years of collective expertise among its team.

What people praise

  • Reviewers praise a salesperson named Rad as honest, attentive and knowledgeable about foreign vehicles
  • One buyer checked the Blue Book value on a Range Rover and found it priced fairly
  • Buyers mention follow-up help after the sale, including with an extended warranty
  • Several reviewers describe cars in great condition, one with brand new tires

Worth knowing

  • The dealership is in National City, not within San Diego itself
  • One reviewer describes costly mechanical problems after buying a BMW X5 and was unhappy with how repairs were handled, so an independent inspection before you buy is sensible
Reputation scorecardrank in San Diego
Rating5 / 5
Review volume214 · 97th
Confidencehigh
Recency7 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown99% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: It carries the top rating and the largest review count on the page, and the praise centers on one knowledgeable salesperson. Worth the drive from San Diego if you want a European make, with an independent inspection before you sign.

1741 National City Blvd, National City, CA 91950

San Diego Auto House logo
#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

San Diego Auto House

4.8190 Google reviews

San Diego Auto House is a car dealer at 7979 Aero Dr in San Diego. Reviewers describe buying a Toyota Land Cruiser and a 2002 Lexus LX 470 from it, and one reviewer sold a 2020 Toyota Tacoma to the dealership, so it buys vehicles as well as selling them. Buyers deal mostly with a man named Ahsan, whom one reviewer calls the owner.

What people praise

  • Buyers call the process honest, low-pressure and well communicated
  • One out-of-state buyer says the dealer showed the vehicle's imperfections on a FaceTime call
  • The same reviewer says the dealer arranged shipping from San Diego to Seattle
  • A reviewer who drove from Tennessee says the Land Cruiser was exactly as described
  • One reviewer says the purchase took about an hour

Worth knowing

  • Google lists hours of 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Saturday, so call before you go
Reputation scorecardrank in San Diego
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume190 · 92nd
Confidencemoderate
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown95% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong pick for enthusiasts of Toyota and Lexus trucks and SUVs, and for anyone buying from another state. The shorter listed hours mean you should book a visit.

7979 Aero Dr, San Diego, CA 92111

CarNova logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

CarNova

4.9165 Google reviews

CarNova is a used car dealer at 5905 El Cajon Blvd in San Diego. Reviewers describe buying a Toyota Tacoma and a 2022 Honda Civic Sport from it, and Google lists the lot as open seven days a week, including Sunday from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Google shows no website for it.

What people praise

  • Reviewers name three staff members, Tee, Rani and Thaer, as welcoming and knowledgeable
  • One buyer says the Tacoma was just as described on the listing
  • A parent who bought a first car for a son calls the process transparent and stress-free
  • Sunday hours are listed on Google

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer calls the inventory very small and was unhappy about being refused a refund on a rental while shopping for a hybrid
  • With no website, the Google listing and a phone call are the way to check what is on the lot
Reputation scorecardrank in San Diego
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume165 · 81st
Confidencemoderate
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenessphone · hours
Rating breakdown96% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A friendly neighborhood-style lot with a high rating on a solid review count. Call ahead to confirm what is in stock, since one reviewer found the selection thin.

5905 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115

SA
#4🕑 Open 6 days/wk

sandiegocarforsale.com

4.7140 Google reviews

sandiegocarforsale.com is a used car and truck dealer at 6935 North Ave, Suite A in Lemon Grove. Its site offers an inventory search, specials and financing, and says it exists to help buyers find a car that fits the budget. Reviewers describe buying an Audi Q3, a Toyota Mirai and a low-mileage car found for a returning customer.

What people praise

  • One reviewer who bought a second car here calls the communication and service excellent
  • A buyer who lives about two hours away says the owner made the purchase easy
  • Reviewers describe quick, straightforward paperwork with no pressure
  • One buyer says the team checked in after the sale to make sure the car ran smoothly

Worth knowing

  • The dealership is in Lemon Grove, not within San Diego itself
  • Its site lists Sunday by appointment only
Reputation scorecardrank in San Diego
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume140 · 69th
Confidencemoderate
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown91% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A smaller dealer with repeat customers and a strong record on easy paperwork. A good option if you are willing to drive out to Lemon Grove.

6935 North Ave Ste A, Lemon Grove, CA 91945

SA
#5🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

San Diego Auto Finder

4.3173 Google reviews

San Diego Auto Finder is a used car dealer at 4606 Convoy St in San Diego. Its site describes late-model vehicles at affordable prices and calls the business a family business in the same location, with finance, get-approved and sell-my-car pages. Its inventory listings include electric and plug-in hybrid models alongside gas cars.

What people praise

  • One reviewer says they were in and out in two hours and were not pushed to buy a warranty
  • A first-time credit buyer says approval took less than an hour
  • Reviewers describe no-pressure sales and prices they found fair
  • One buyer says the dealer fitted four new tires on the truck while they waited

Worth knowing

  • Its 4.3 rating is lower than the others on this page, with more low ratings mixed in, so read the full Google reviews before you visit
  • One reviewer says there is not much room for negotiating, though the price came down a little
Reputation scorecardrank in San Diego
Rating4.3 / 5
Review volume173 · 86th
Confidencemoderate
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown77% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Worth a look if financing is your main hurdle or you want a late-model car, with a large review base behind it. The lower overall rating is the reason to read the reviews first.

4606 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111

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What the scorecard shows

Rating is each dealer’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated it. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.9 from many people carries more weight than a 5.0 from a few. Recency reflects how recently customers are still leaving reviews.

What does a used car cost in San Diego? (2026)

No prices are published here. What you pay depends on the make, model, year, mileage and condition of the car, plus dealer fees, taxes and registration on top of the sticker price. Add-ons such as an extended warranty or tires change the out-the-door total, so ask for that figure in writing.

Where the lots are

These dealers sit on Aero Dr, Convoy St and El Cajon Blvd in San Diego, with others in National City and Lemon Grove. Searching for used car dealerships near me? Each listing shows a phone number and directions so you can check what is on the lot before you drive over.

Questions to ask before you buy a used car

  • Can I see a vehicle history report before I decide?
  • Can I take the car to an independent mechanic for an inspection?
  • What is the out-the-door price, with all fees and taxes included?
  • Is the extended warranty optional, and what does it cover?
  • Do you offer financing, and can I bring my own pre-approval?

Frequently asked questions

Should I get an independent inspection on a used car in San Diego?

It is a sensible step on any used car. Ask each dealer whether you can have a mechanic look at the car first; one San Diego Auto House reviewer praises the dealer for showing the vehicle’s imperfections over a video call.

Are these used car dealers inside the city of San Diego?

San Diego Auto House, CarNova and San Diego Auto Finder list San Diego addresses on Aero Dr, El Cajon Blvd and Convoy St. Grand Motors is in National City and sandiegocarforsale.com is in Lemon Grove.

Can I buy a used car in San Diego from another state?

Reviews suggest it can work. A San Diego Auto House buyer drove in from Tennessee, another had the dealer arrange shipping to Seattle, and a sandiegocarforsale.com buyer drove down the day after finding the car online. Ask about paperwork and delivery before you commit.

Which San Diego used car dealers offer financing?

The sites of Grand Motors, San Diego Auto Finder and sandiegocarforsale.com each list financing pages. One San Diego Auto Finder reviewer says approval came in under an hour. Confirm terms with the dealer directly.

Do any of these dealers also buy cars?

San Diego Auto House bought a 2020 Toyota Tacoma from one reviewer. The sites of Grand Motors and San Diego Auto Finder list a Sell My Car page, so ask them about trade-ins and outright purchases.

Choosing your dealer

Grand Motors has the top rating and the largest review count, San Diego Auto House suits Toyota and Lexus buyers, and CarNova offers Sunday hours. Whichever you pick, get the out-the-door price in writing and an independent inspection before you sign.

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