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Motor City Auto Center

We appreciate you taking the time today to visit our web site. Our goal is to give you an interactive tour of our new and used inventory, as well as allow you to conveniently get a quote, schedule a service appointment, or apply for financing. At our dealership, we have devoted ourselves to helping and serving our customers to the best of our ability. We believe the cars we offer are the highest quality and ideal for your life needs.

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Motor City Auto Center

Founded in 1940, Motor City Auto Center continues to provide a superior car-buying experience for all drivers. We're located in Bakersfield, and we also cater to nearby cities like Delano, Arvin, Tulare, and Visalia. With our extensive catalog of quality new and pre-owned vehicles, you're sure to find everything you need when you step inside our dealership.

About Us

Family-owned and -operated for 80 years, we offer unmatched service and a diverse selection of Buick, GMC, and Lexus vehicles. Not only are we the largest volume Buick GMC dealer in California, but we're also one of the largest volume Lexus dealers in the state. We also offer leasing options and a repair shop for your convenience. Thanks to our highly skilled management team and knowledgeable sales staff, you're guaranteed a professional car-buying experience when you shop at Motor City Auto Center.

Award-Winning Dealership

We pride ourselves in serving our local community with high-quality vehicles. Our business has earned several awards and accolades through the years, including the GMC Dealer of the Year award for several years in a row, the Jack Smith Leadership Award, and we've also received the GMC Mark of Excellence Award several times. In addition, Motor City Auto Center has been recognized as the Best of Bakersfield when it comes to a new car dealer, a used car dealer, and automotive service. Further adding to our accolades is the Elite of Lexus Award, which we've received on numerous occasions.

Charity and Organization Involvement

Along with serving our driving customers, we're also proud to support many small events and charities. Here are the main charities and organizations we've aligned with through the years:

  • Marley's Mutts Dog Rescue.
  • All Seated in a Barn.
  • Links for Life.
  • American Cancer Society.
  • Bakersfield Track Club.
  • CHiPS For Kids.
  • Mission at Kern County.
  • Bakersfield Police Activities League.
  • Bakersfield College Golf Team.
  • Kern County Raceway Park.
  • Bakersfield Marathon.
  • Global Family Network.

Highest Volume Models

Whether you shop our online inventory or stop by in person, we offer several vehicles for you to choose from.

Our highest-volume models include the following:

  • GMC Sierra 1500
  • GMC Sierra HD
  • GMC Yukon
  • Lexus ES
  • Lexus RX
  • Lexus IS

Service Certifications

When it comes to your vehicle, it's important to get high-quality service and repair. Here at Motor City Auto Center, we offer just that. Our GM Service Department has an ASE Certification, giving you the confidence you need to trust us with your vehicle. In addition, our body shop technicians are I-Car- and AAA-certified.

Before our Lexus technicians take a look at your vehicle, they must pass technical training classes such as "Technical Introduction to Lexus" and "Hybrid Systems." They also receive training on a variety of parts and systems including the following:

  • Electrical circuits.
  • Diagnosis and repair.
  • Body electrical systems diagnosis.
  • Steering and suspension.
  • Heating and AC systems.
  • Engine control.
  • Electronic and computer control systems.
  • High-tech smart key systems.

Once they've completed these training sessions, our Lexus technicians become Master Certified. To maintain this certification, they must continue training.

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