San Diego, California Autos Guide

Buckle up and get ready to get more out of your four-wheeled investment! Whether you’re looking to trade up, trade in or just keep your car running at peak performance, pull over and scope out all the resources we’ve gathered for you.

Researching Car Models in San Diego, CA

Reliability and repair history

Consumer Reports - The best, if you are an on-line subscriber (at $26 a year)
Vehicle Safety Recalls
Edmunds - Good for reliability info, no fee

Environmental Impact

FuelEconomy.gov - Gas mileage tips and more!
San Diego Area Gas Prices
Tax Incentives - Find out if your fuel efficient vehicle is eligible for a tax break

Pricing & Financing

Consumer Reports Car Prices- Dealer invoice, and price range of actual sales in California
CarsDirect.com - Buy a new car hassle-free and let CarsDirect do the work for you. Clear info on dealer invoice, options for new cars.
Kelley Blue Book - The name in used car values for your trade-in.
Yahoo! Autos - Get a quote now!
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Rebates & Incentives in and nearby San Diego, CA

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Finding a Car in San Diego, CA

New Cars

From the latest hybrid model to a sporty "just for fun" car, make this your first stop in researching a new car purchase.

CarsDirect - Best for new cars. Complete, easy to use, reliable; fixed internet price or get dealer quotes.
Find a dealer in or near San Diego

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Used Cars in San Diego, CA

Leave the lemons for the lemonade. Here are important resources for finding a previously-owned ride that won’t leave you feeling sour.

Find Used Cars in San Diego at eBayMotors - Buyer beware: auctions by owner may make it hard to inspect the car before buying
Oodle.com - San Diego Classified Listings, often from newspapers
Find your next car, truck or SUV on Cars.com - Combination of dealer & private-party ads
CarMax - Large inventory on large lots. Searchable by make, model, price, mpg, features or vehicle type.
Auto Dealers in San Diego
Check Better Business Bureau for each dealer you might purchase from in or near San Diego

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Selling Your Car in San Diego, CA

When its time to say “buh-bye” to your four-wheeled friend, you’ve got more options than just the classifieds. Check out these alternate resources for finding your old car a new home – then get ready to see those taillights heading off into the sunset.

Oodle.com San Diego Classifieds - Free listing, so why not?
eBayMotors - Auctioning your car can sometimes generate buzz that ends up getting you more than you expected to make on your sale.
Cars.com - Reach 10 million online shoppers with the Cars.com network
Trading in? Visit Kelley Blue Book first,The name in used car values. Don't let dealers sell you short. Have a fair price in mind before you show up with your trade-in.

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Fun Stuff for Car Collectors & Enthusiasts

Got a passion for a classic Mustang? How about a mint condition ’57 Chevy? Your shiny, chrome-wrapped dream starts here! Find other classic car enthusiasts, plus resources and more guaranteed to rev things up!