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National City Auto Center
National City, CA
1,472 Reviews
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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Sales/Showroom
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
Service
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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February 23, 2020
They were absolutely great with helping us out. Everything was quick and right down to the point. If I had to buy another car I would come back here. 5of5 Everything was quick and right down to the point. If I had to buy another car I would come back here. 5of5 More
by zacharyjlaclair
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Other Employees :
Don Evans, Mauricio Motta, Maribel Magana
February 22, 2020
Great selection of cars and friendly customer service. Would definitely recommend anyone to come check out this place if you’re looking to buy a car. Would definitely recommend anyone to come check out this place if you’re looking to buy a car. More
by voteforhector
February 21, 2020
Driving around the block and I saw a nice red mustang stop and talk to the salesman very nicely person helping me and showing me the car stop and talk to the salesman very nicely person helping me and showing me the car More
by Jesm12392
February 20, 2020
Mauricio motto is a Very nice dealer and he is very Mauricio motto is a Very nice dealer and he is very helpful. There are many cars to choose from and they are precise very good. German helped and is Mauricio motto is a Very nice dealer and he is very helpful. There are many cars to choose from and they are precise very good. German helped and is also very great More
by Michwich
Employees Worked With
German Salas
February 19, 2020
Really enjoyed the excellent customer service at National city auto. They made me feel right at home and left feeling satisfied with my purchase. Thanks! city auto. They made me feel right at home and left feeling satisfied with my purchase. Thanks! More
by Kevin255
Employees Worked With
Other Employees :
Don Evans, Mauricio Motta, German Salas, Maribel Magana, Sascha Lora
February 19, 2020
Great customer service! Timely responses and were readily available and flexible when I needed to work with my schedule! They have great prices and a great selection of cars! available and flexible when I needed to work with my schedule! They have great prices and a great selection of cars! More
by Jotjens16
Employees Worked With
Mauricio Motta, German Salas, Sascha Lora
February 18, 2020
Great service and very friendly staff. Lots of quality vehicles to choose from. Highly recommended for your next purchase of your vehicle. Thank you guys. vehicles to choose from. Highly recommended for your next purchase of your vehicle. Thank you guys. More
by Luismhr82
Employees Worked With
Other Employees :
Don Evans, Mauricio Motta, German Salas, Maribel Magana, Sascha Lora
February 17, 2020
Great service from start to finish. Found the car on Carfax and called Don who was helpful and courteous. They made buying a car the way it should be, transparent and efficient. Great place to buy a car Carfax and called Don who was helpful and courteous. They made buying a car the way it should be, transparent and efficient. Great place to buy a car! More
by Brian
February 15, 2020
Great car buying experience. Responsive without being overly aggressive. Good follow up. I was preapproved but they found me a better rate. Provided me with great options. overly aggressive. Good follow up. I was preapproved but they found me a better rate. Provided me with great options. More
by Denisej127
Employees Worked With
Don Evans, Mauricio Motta
February 15, 2020
Great service, they were able to give us a good deal and extended warranty. Very efficient and friendly staff. we are happy with our purchase extended warranty. Very efficient and friendly staff. we are happy with our purchase More
by Angela_andrea67
