Auto World Fremont

Quickest responses ever! I got my Subaru forester from Chris three years ago and I can always count on him for any work that needs to get done.

What a refreshing car-​buying experience. After frustrating weeks of checking out falsely advertised cars on Craigslist, I found the perfect vehicle at a great price here. Chris is knowledgeable and courteous. He seems passionate about what he does, and about his reputation as an honest used car provider. I never once got that «sleezy» vibe that soooo often accompanies car-​buying (whether on Craigslist or at a ‘stealership’). The next time I need a vehicle, I will look here first.
PS — My friend saw the deal I got and asked, «what’s the catch?» The answer is, Chris works hard and is apparently good at what he does. He must sell so many cars out of this little office/​shop, that he doesn’t need to rip people off to make a good living and build a successful business. Inspiring!

Bought a 2000 Volvo V70 SE w/​184 000 miles on it from Chris. Great, honest guy. No body can build customer trust in one day, and I believe he’s done it with consistency, patience, and honesty. I was inexperienced and skeptical about buying car w/​such high mileage, but he made the transaction easy and let me buy with confidence. This dealership is a gemstone in the bay area, and Chris is always available and fulfills what he promises to do. Keep going and I highly recommend this place.

Used car dealers typically have a rotten reputation, and for good reason. So, I usually prefer to shop Craigslist or go to auto auctions to find a good used car. However, I did see a CL ad for a car that looked ideal for my needs at Auto World Fremont, but missed seeing it as it had just been sold. The friendly guy who answered the phone was none other than Chris, who took the time to ask me specifically about what I was looking for. He recommended another car that had just come in, and I was intrigued. So off to Fremont I went.
Chris is a guy in constant motion. He’s bouncing all over the place during Saturdays, helping several customers at once. But somehow, he finds the time to answer your questions and make recommendations. Long story short, he earned my trust almost instantly, and now I’m having a ball with the car he recommended. It was delivered cleaned, detailed, and serviced, his staff took the time to point out all of the features, and they bent over backwards to make sure I was happy. Chris even sent a guy out with a replacement fog light as the original one had a broken lens, and it took all of 10 minutes for him to install it free of charge.
Surprisingly, his prices are downright reasonable given the huge emphasis on customer satisfaction. And, the service doesn’t end when you drive away. You’re invited to take advantage of the post sale service plan included with every car, providing discounted parts and service for as long as you own the vehicle.
Buying from Auto World Fremont is very close to having a personal, experienced auto guru find exactly the right vehicle for your needs. Chris has a rare talent for finding good, solid cars and making them available to those looking for dependable transportation for minimal outlay. Five stars, only because more aren’t available.

If any business deserves a five-​star rating, it’s Chris and Auto World. He is responsible for the best customer service I’ve EVER experienced purchasing a car, and I’ve bought BMWs new from fancy dealerships with latte bars and massage chairs in the service lobby.
My 16-​year-​old stepdaughter wrecked her car in October of 2014. She thankfully was fine; the car was toast. There was no way we were going to buy her a new car, so I started trolling Cragslist and the rest of the net for something reasonably reliable that would get her from A to B in one piece and wouldn’t break the bank.
I stumbled upon an ad for a 1996 C-​class Mercedes. The car checked off all of the boxes I was looking for. I picked up the phone and called Chris.
We live in Modesto, so Fremont isn’t necessarily a short drive. He agreed to meet me on a Sunday to look at the car.
Chris was honest about the car’s positives and negatives. He also impressed me with his knowledge of older high-​mileage cars. Seriously … this guy is a car whisperer. He can spot hidden gems among the abused junk at the auto auctions.
He let me drive the car all over Fremont to test things out. I told him I liked it, but there was no way I could buy it that day because the bank was not open and I couldn’t get him a cashier’s check.
No problem, he said: just write a personal check. He said I looked trustworthy. I couldn’t believe it.
The other problem was getting it back to Modesto. I drove over alone. Not a problem, he said — he’d pay one of his helpers to follow me back to Modesto in the car I just bought, as long as I was able to get him to the Amtrak station for the return trip home. Unbelievable!
We’re now more than a year into ownership of this car and it’s a gem. And I’ll never forget the incredible customer service provided by Chris. He’s worthy of your trust. He’s so good he inspired me to write my first-​ever Unilocal review.

I purchased a used Subaru Legacy from Chris at Auto World about 9 years ago, and I’m a very happy customer. Like many of the cars he sells, the Subaru I bought had relatively high miles and a salvage title. He was very straightforward about what had been fixed on the car, and showed me «before» pictures of the car prior to the repairs. Despite the high miles, the Subaru I bought ran great and I’ve added many more miles over the years — I’m amazed at how many miles a Subaru can rack up and still deliver reliable transportation. I have regularly driven it between the bay area and LA with no drama, and the car has mostly just required routine maintenance to keep it running well. Unfortunately it was recently stolen off the street. I filed a police report but figured it was gone for good, and that it was time to get another car. I called Chris again, and mentioned that my last Subaru had been stolen, He told me that unlike some cars, most stolen Subarus are taken by someone who wants to get somewhere, and they tend to show up in a few weeks, often only a few miles from where they were stolen, and suggested I wait a bit longer before buying a replacement. I’m beyond impressed that he discouraged what could have been a sale for him in order to look out for my best interests. I’m crossing my fingers that my will show up, but if not, I definitely plan to buy another Sube from Chris.

Believe the hype! I was unsure when I was first researching buying a used subaru and found Chris’s Unilocal page. Although, I am not a big Unilocaler, I am making an exception for Chris who has given me amazing service. Anytime I have called he picks up personally and has solutions for that day. I called to have something checked and he had me come to his home in that evening to check it out for me. Also, if you are looking to buy a used car it is extremely rare to find someone that continues to provide amazing service after you leave the lot. While trying not to be too cliché’ — you get a great car at a cheap price and with amazing support and service from Chris. Go to him when buying a car!

Auto world of Fremont is the absolute best place to go if you need a quality used car at an outstanding price. Chris had exactly what I was looking for in a first car for my kid. There was no guessing whether or not the car was a nightmare like with a private party sale. No title issues etc.
Don’t be fooled by a packed lot with cars that may need a washing. The mechanical shape of the cars is what counts. Chris and his staff delivered a quality Subaru to me with a service plan you will not get at any used car dealer. I am super glad I found his dealership. Wherever you are reading this review it is worth the drive to get a Subaru from these folks.
Rick

All the 5 star reviews are correct. Chris at Auto World is great! I came in from out of state and he made me an amazing deal. The car I bought runs great and every car on the lot ran great too! Chris knows his stuff and every car has been gone over thoroughly and all issues fixed. Buying from Auto World is a seriously stress free experience! You know you’ll get a great car and Chris will treat you right.

Awesome customer service ask for Chris! He was very informative and helpful throughout my used car buying experience.

Five stars for sure!
Chris at Auto World Fremont is awesome!
Bought a Forester from him two years ago… easy, no pressure buying experience, and Chris really know Subarus.
The service plan he offers is great. Just called him two years after buying the car and he’s still willing to go out of his way to help. He even stopped my my place in Oakland to check something out cause he was in the area! How nice, saving me a trip to Fremont! Now that’s great service!
I honestly have nothing bad to say about Auto World Fremont and Chris. If you’re in the market for a used Subaru definitely check them out!

Thank you Chris … You stayed late to help us out…
Bruce-​thank you for your patience during our test drives and kind words.
Blessing
The Johnson Family —
Car buyer out there-​looking for a used car, one that’s been checked out with a service plan! This is your place …

Five Star Experience… Professional, low key, no pressure yet informative. Chris was waiting for me as I had called him prior to coming in. He listened to what I wanted, gave me suggestions with no pressure and let me drive several cars (his idea) just so I knew how each handled. Bought a car and feel confident I made the right choice.
Would I recommend Auto World Fremont? You bet. He is the Subaru guru!

Now, I didn’t actually do any business at Auto World per se, but my experience still warrants a review.
It all started when I was planning to sell my car. It’s a fairly old 300ZX that had seen better days, and I came back from summer vacation to find that the windshield had been cracked, the engine was making loud noises, and the tires were old and balding.
I had put off working on it for a long time and wanted to sell it but didn’t have much time on my hands. I finally made some time to deal with it one weekend, so I took it to Auto World to see where trading it in for cash would land me.
Chris had other customers surveying the lot, so he told me up front that I’d have to wait a bit before he could really chat with me about my car. I appreciated the heads up and didn’t mind waiting.
A short while later, Chris and I walked over to my car and talked about my situation. He gave a good look around and under the car and said, «Well, let’s go for a ride.» I sat shotgun as he cruised around the surrounding area a bit listening intently for any oddities.
Once back in the lot, he broke down all of the issues he could see /​hear in my car and gave it to me straight. He did not specialize in my line of cars and could only offer me a very low sum of cash. He strongly suggested that I instead rekindle my passion for the car as that’s the only reason anyone ever buys one like that. With his sound advice in mind, I went on to fix up my car.
All of Chris’ suspicions about what was wrong with the car were spot on and now I have fixed her to be in pretty good condition. I’m not even really considering selling it anymore at the moment, and it’s largely due to a little advice from a very honest and talented gear-​head.
All this to say that Chris is the most honest and helpful person I’ve ever come across when it comes to cars.

I bought my car almost 2 years ago from Chris, and the whole experience has been great. What really stands out is his commitment to the cars he sells. I waited to give him this review, and he’s earned it.
I had a few questions about possible upcoming maintenance, and he met me to take the car for a spin and look it over free of charge, on his day off. If you call, he will answer.
Thanks Chris!

After years of reading Unilocal reviews, what finally motivated me to actually sign up and write my first review? Chris and Auto World of Fremont. No kidding.
He sold us our beloved 1995 Subaru Legacy in August of 2014. In the time we’ve owned her, we’ve had our share of issues — some of it stuff that you’d expect from an older car, and some of it a function of bad luck — but through it all, Chris has been incredible. He has exactly the kind of integrity that makes buying a used car totally worth it.
In the first few months of ownership, our alternator needed replacement. Chris generously interpreted our service contract, and installed a brand new one for free. More recently, we had a turn of bad luck and needed a new transmission. We called Chris, and he worked hard to make sure that we could get back on the road as soon as possible, for the least cost possible. What’s more, he somehow always manages to pick up his phone and be there for you when you’re trying to sort out what’s going on or how to fix it.
As others have said: when you’re buying an older car that has some miles on her, eventually you’ll probably need to do some repairs. But with most used car dealers, if and when things do go wrong, you’re on your own — with Chris, you know that if problems do occur, he’ll be there for you.

I bought my first car, a Subaru Legacy L ’99 from Chris in September of ’13.
Have I had hiccups with my car? Yes. I am a realist though. Car components fail at any given point, especially if the car has 105k miles on it.
What I will expound on here is Chris’ ability to cater to Customer Satisfaction.
How do I assess this badge of honor that very few people can actually own?
A) He specializes in Subaru.
B) He can articulate the steps necessary to troubleshoot. He knows what sounds or alarm lights will come up, IF You can speak ENGLISH and tell what is going on with your car.
C) He will give stuff on the house. Specifically, I had issues with my engine, my catalytic converter, etc. They happened at an early stage of my ownership and he took upon him to not have me go in debt for those flaws. I appreciate that.
D) He will pick up the phone.
I wholeheartedly recommend Chris. He seems captivated by his line of work. People of passion deserve a warm round of applause.
Thank you, Chris.

Chris gave be the best car buying experience, by far, that I’ve ever had. He addressed my needs so well. I was trying to by a car for my 19 year old nephew, who is a new driver. Chris tailored our choices to an awesome Subaru Impreza sport model, perfect for a young guy. Also stayed within budget and the car is cheap to insure which was a major issue for me with a new driver.
Thanks Chris, I will be back!

I bought a 2000 Outback a couple months back from Chris. He took my old wrecked subie as a trade-​in and gave us a pretty good deal on top of that.
Over the next few weeks the car manifested some cooling issues. He had me bring it in, and replaced the water pump for free, under his service plan. While they were in there, they also replaced the timing belt, tensioner, thermostat, and an interior trim piece for free! It’s been great ever since.
In addition to being an awesome resource for cars and service, he can get you a good deal on some used parts, too, if you’re doing your own work.
This is the second subie I’ve bought from him, and probably not the last. Keep these people in business, folks, they’re the good guys!

I purchased my previous 2 cars from Auto World Fremont and will, without doubt buy my next vehicle there.
Chris, the owner, provides incomparable customer service before and after the automobile is purchased. He is a man of his word and will follow through without fail.
If you are in the market for an economically priced, reliable car with an unbeatable service plan, please visit Auto World Fremont. You will not be disappointed.