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National City Auto Center
National City, CA
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At National City Auto Center, we specialize in delivering a truly stress-free car-buying experience in San Diego that keeps our customers coming back. Our reputation is built on transparency, respect, and simplicity. From the moment you walk through our doors, you’re treated like an honored guest—never pressured, never rushed, and never pushed into negotiations. We believe buying a car should be straightforward and enjoyable, without the need to visit multiple pre-owned dealerships across San Diego County.
We proudly offer an extensive inventory of over 350 quality vehicles, including sedans, SUVs, trucks, hybrids, and electric vehicles, ensuring there’s something for every lifestyle and budget. Whether you’re searching for a reliable daily driver, a family vehicle, or your next upgrade, our wide selection makes it easy to find the perfect match in one convenient location.
Financing at National City Auto Center is designed to be simple and accessible. We offer easy pre-qualification and work with a large network of trusted lenders to accommodate all credit types, from excellent to rebuilding. Our long-standing lender relationships allow us to secure competitive financing options, so you can focus on choosing the right vehicle—not stressing over the process.
Every vehicle on our lot is carefully selected to meet our standards of quality and value. We let our cars speak for themselves while our experienced team is always available to answer questions and guide you every step of the way. Visit National City Auto Center, take your favorite vehicle for a test drive, and discover why so many drivers choose us for a smooth, hassle-free path to ownership. Your next car is waiting—come experience the difference today.
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Monday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Monday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Monday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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October 24, 2017
Thanks for helping me find the car I was looking for. Great place to look for a car I recommend for others to go take a look at the cars they have if they are in need of a new car! Great place to look for a car I recommend for others to go take a look at the cars they have if they are in need of a new car! More
by Mares_619
Employees Worked With
Don Evans
October 20, 2017
Sastified with Service I was extremely happy with the service and attention I received at National City Auto. Sam Was very attentive and patient with us as we made our deci I was extremely happy with the service and attention I received at National City Auto. Sam Was very attentive and patient with us as we made our decision regarding the vehicle we purchased. More
by TonyT
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SAM TAFRESHI
October 17, 2017
Military come here!!! This place was great! I looked all over & couldn’t have found a better deal around national city. The staff were very friendly & helpful as well. T This place was great! I looked all over & couldn’t have found a better deal around national city. The staff were very friendly & helpful as well. They were very patient & did not rush me into making a decision. You guys rock & thank you for my beautiful new car! More
by Cico!
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Other Employees :
Rene Lopez, Don Evans, Mauricio Motta, SAM TAFRESHI, Mike Rad, Aaron Delzell
October 13, 2017
Amazing service! Upfront and honest about all of our questions. Everything was explained thoroughly and they walked us through every step! Highly recommended service! Upfront and honest about all of our questions. Everything was explained thoroughly and they walked us through every step! Highly recommended to anyone looking to buy! More
by Jalenharris
Employees Worked With
Aaron Delzell
October 12, 2017
Love my Jeep Grand Cherokee THANKS SO MUCH Thanks so much National City Auto Center love my Jeep and anyone looking for a car, SUV, or truck this place is number one on my list make them yours Thanks so much National City Auto Center love my Jeep and anyone looking for a car, SUV, or truck this place is number one on my list make them yours too More
by Christina Cochrane
October 07, 2017
AVOID! Absolutely the worst experience I have ever had on a used car lot! I would avoid this lot regardless of any cars that you think might be worth a look Absolutely the worst experience I have ever had on a used car lot! I would avoid this lot regardless of any cars that you think might be worth a look. More
by ncacnogo
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September 23, 2017
Quick and Easy I can honestly say this was the most haggle free experience when purchasing a vehicle. From the dealer to making the call to Navy Federal was a smooth I can honestly say this was the most haggle free experience when purchasing a vehicle. From the dealer to making the call to Navy Federal was a smooth transition. The entire crew at National City Auto Center were straight forward and confident. A test drive and a quick call to Navy Federal was all it took. I was approved over the phone and driving home with my 2015 Ram 1500 pickup truck the same day! Now that's what I'm talk' about 😀 More
by jamram15
Employees Worked With
Mike Rad, Don Evans, Mauricio Motta
September 06, 2017
Great customer service This is my second car from them and they are all great. Very customer friendly and great service. Would definitely recommend to anyone. Thanks guys. This is my second car from them and they are all great. Very customer friendly and great service. Would definitely recommend to anyone. Thanks guys. More
by Budda
Employees Worked With
Dennis Adams
September 01, 2017
GREAT PLACE TO BUY A CAR I have known the owner Tim for over 20 yrs from his first small car lot on University Ave in San Diego (even back then he sold good quality cars) to I have known the owner Tim for over 20 yrs from his first small car lot on University Ave in San Diego (even back then he sold good quality cars) to see what he has grown it to today National Center Auto Center with a great selection for what ever your car preference may be from sport cars , SUV,s Luxury Cars. I have brought several vehicles over the years with National Center Auto Center and from start to finish they always out due themselves the whole tie works we'll together the sales team Don and Mike all the way to fast out the door financing less than hour or so you have your keys and your own your way the process was fast and easy. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! National Center Auto Center!! Marvin J (Long Time Faithful Customer) More
by mjohn14057
Employees Worked With
Don Evans
August 29, 2017
Awesome customer service! Very helpful team and willing to help and accommodate your needs! Will definitely recommend this place to anyone that's been turned down by several ca Very helpful team and willing to help and accommodate your needs! Will definitely recommend this place to anyone that's been turned down by several car places! More
by Silvan420
Employees Worked With
Dennis Adams
