About CarCzar

Hello and thanks for visiting CarCzar! We are San Diego’s premiere auto buying service that strives to make your automotive experience easy and hassle free. 

We understand that you have many choices for selling your car. What sets us apart is that we are a small family-based and local company that treats you like family. Our small but dedicated team makes sure you will get the best possible deal for your vehicle. 

We also strongly believe in building long-term relationships based on great and personal service to make sure you are happy. If you are happy, not only will you come back to us in the future, but you will refer us to your friends and family and that makes us happy.

So without further ado, let’s introduce you to your team…

Gavin

Gavin Millay
The CarCzar

Gavin is the company’s founder and affectionately known as “the CarCzar”. He is a San Diego native and an experienced automotive veteran. 

With 20 plus years experience, he has learned every aspect of the car business including sales, parts, service, detail, auction, retail, and plenty more. In short, he has all the insider knowledge to get you the best deal when selling your car.

Gavin’s passion and knowledge is the driving force behind CarCzar. It is not only what drives him, but what drives the entire CarCzar team to stand apart from the competition…

Chris

Chris
Customer Service

Chris is Gavin’s “right hand person.” Chris will contact you via phone or email and set you up to talk to Gavin. She is also available to schedule appointments and customer service.

Leo
Customer Service

Leo will talk to you on the phone or email and set up a time to talk to Gavin. Leo can also help you with appointments and general office.

Gavin and the CarCzar team are your free expert assistants that you can trust. We explain all the details that are part of determining a fair price for your vehicle. We understand that you need knowledgeable assistance to get the best deal possible and to feel confident that you have been treated honestly and fairly.

Ready to sell your car? Let’s get started right now!

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CarCzar has purchased thousands of cars in Southern California with satisfied customers since 2009.

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Why CarCzar

Now that you’ve met the team, here are just a few examples of what makes us your go to partner when selling your vehicle:

  • We can usually beat CarMax! Providing that CarCzar agrees with CarMax’s written condition report of your test-driven vehicle. Please text/call or contact us with the CarMax offer.
  • We eliminate the hassles of selling a car yourself and take care of the details.
  • Avoid low-ball offers and buyers that are not serious, will get you the deal that works for you.
  • Don’t let dealers “steal your trade”, we can almost always beat dealer appraisals and written offers.
  • We can usually buy your car for as much or more than the “buyout amount”, saving you lease termination fees and put the money in your pocket.

Ready to sell your car? Let’s get started right now!

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Do not waste your time going to CarMax or any other dealer.

Do not waste your time going to CarMax or any other dealer.

Robert S., Poway, CA

I do not leave many reviews, but I have done business with Gavin about 3 times now, and they have always been great! So I figured this was a well deserved review. First off their process is pretty seamless. Chris helps you throughout the whole process and promptly answers any questions. Within one day of making contact with Chris, Gavin was at my door the next day. Gavin made a more than fair offer for my truck, and I couldn't refuse. Do not waste your time going to carmax, or any other dealer, and just head straight to Gavin. Fast and painless process. Gavin and Chris are friendly. Do not hesitate to contact these guys. You can sell your car and be on to a better one in a matter of days, if not hours.
Easier to deal with, better communication, and helpful.

Easier to deal with, better communication, and helpful.

Keith N., Carlsbad, CA

I've bought and sold a lot of cars in my life and I can honestly say, Gavin was astronomically easier to deal with, better with communication, and significantly more educated and helpful, in the car buying process. From instant replies to my calls or texts, to assisting with the terms and conditions, Gavin made everything as transparent as possible. As someone who works in sales, I cannot recommend the quality that Gavin provides enough. I highly recommend you consult him with any and all car buying/selling needs.
This place is a God send!

This place is a God send!

Ali M., Yucca Valley, CA

This place is a God send! I sold my 2009 Dodge Charger to them and was given a fair offer! Gavin is absolutely amazing. So very friendly, personable and honest. This whole process was quick and easy and done from the comfort of my home. I'd highly highly recommend this company to anyone and everyone! Thank you Gavin!
They Beat CarMax

They Beat CarMax

Anastasia K., Vista, CA

Selling my car to Car Czar was so fast and easy, and they made a very fair offer. A friend recommended them when they heard I was going to CarMax to get an offer. I figured it didn't hurt to get a 2nd quote. They beat CarMax and I had my offer within minutes. Great communication from both Chris and Gavin.
I recommend this small business for your car in the future!

I recommend this small business for your car in the future!

Jane F., National City, CA

Chris and Gavin are awesome. They've made selling my car a breeze. They are super communicative, reliable and welcoming! I will definitely come back and I recommend this small business for your car in the future! Support small and local business! Thanks again chris and Gavin!
True experts in their field!

True experts in their field!

Enrique Z., San Diego, CA

From the first call to Chris all the way thru Gavin making a fair offer on our Hyundai, Car Czar is professional, thorough and true experts in their field! We had a special circumstance with lien holder paperwork due to COVID-19 problems and CarMax was just too corporate to meet our needs... Car Czar to the rescue... there's nothing like dealing with courteous SD locals to make all the car headaches go away! And the fact that they're mobile for the car inspection offer and even tow (our registration was non-operational) made the whole transaction seamless... recommending them to my family and friends is the best thanks I can give!
This was an incredible experience all around!

This was an incredible experience all around!

Katie G., San Diego, CA

Who would have thought that after passing one of the Car Czar vans with advertising and saying "what the heck, it worth a conversation" that I would be singing their praises. Gavin and Chris made it very easy. After one, email and a quick phone conversation they made me an amazing offer for my Mazda that I could not pass up. Better than a few dealerships and private buyers offered. Fantastic, quick and easy service. 5 stars all around. Thank you for making my car selling experience the best I have ever had.
A simple review that can say it all.

A simple review that can say it all.

Jaypee W., Diamond Bar, CA

5 stars customer service! 5 stars urgency replying to customers! 5 stars value to your vehicle! Highly recommended. EASY, FAST and RELIABLE. They bought my TACOMA and PORSCHE, 2 days apart, with value higher than CARMAX. They really mean it when they say they can beat carmax appraisal and the best part is they pick up and appraise your vehicle at your place. No hassle at all.

CarCzar is proud to have an association with Premium Auto Wholesale in Escondido, CA.

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