Active Auto Sales - Novato, California

Tony C.

Olaf gave me a great deal on the 2005 Jaguar XK8 and made the purchase a stress free process. The car is in excellent condition and I am extremely happy with it.

brad H.

WARNING: Be sure you have your own mechanic thoroughly check a vehicle you purchase here. Olaf told me his mechanic checked the Subaru Outback before we bought it. In my first week of ownership, the fuel pump failed and the radiator blew, costing me $2,000.

L B.

I had the BEST experience at Active Auto Sales! I set up an appointment thru text with Charlie. He was incredibly honest and straight-forward, and made the entire process of buying a car incredibly easy. He answered our questions, we test drove the car, and he let us pay a $500 deposit to hold the car for 48 hours because the bank had closed, so I couldn't get the cash. He accepted a check the next day, which was also super helpful. The entire process from answering questions to completing the paperwork/payment was maybe an hour total. I got a great car for an incredibly reasonable price -- a 2012 Honda Accord with 80K miles for less than $15K before taxes and fees (this was after the salesperson at AutoNation Toyota in Hayward said I would never find what I was looking for unless I was willing to pay in the $20Ks). Thank you, Charlie!

SocialMedia Y.

My friend sent me here to look at cars. I have an old prius and wanted to trade it in for a newer Toyota car. Charlie was the guy I dealt with. He wasn't too friendly and even insulted my car that I have taken very good care of since 2005.

I work really hard as an independent massage therapist and didn't expect them to take my car in or anything, but I thought I should try.

But because Charlie was so judegmental and even a bit racist towards me, not knowing that I could pay for the car with cash.

I was given a good referral from a friend who had bought her car there and really talked them up.

I'm sorry, though, because the treatment I experienced made me turn away and take my cash elsewhere.

Brittany W.

I was referred to Olaf by a friend who had bought two cars from him and he came very highly recommended and my experience with him reflected that. Olaf does not fit the trope of a used car salesman.. he’s incredibly genuine and informative. Not only was he just earnestly helpful but he also did me a massive favor. The car I intended to buy was sold over the weekend while I was out of town and by chance he had just gotten in the same model with less miles and in slightly better (it’s almost near perfect) condition. He honored the price he was going to sell the other one to me for so I’m incredibly grateful and very happy with my gorgeous 2013 BMW X3. Having no knowledge of buying a used car, he walked me through everything and it was a totally easy and seamless process. He also accepted a check which was very helpful. Thank you Olaf! Will send anyone looking to buy a used car in your direction.

Jason D.

Active Auto is a great little hidden gem used car lot! I purchased a used Mini from Olaf a few months back, and the experience couldn't have been better. Great cars, fair prices, easy financing, and the people couldn't be nicer!

I have never had some form of buyer's remorse any time I have purchased a vehicle, but not this time. I was treated well, and got the car I wanted at the rate and term I wantes.They have a great selection of European cars,and every car on the lot is priced fairly, and not a POC. Give Olaf and Active Auto a visit!

Claire B.

I have purchased 3 very different cars from Active Auto Sales (Saab, Mini Cooper, and BMW) and had a great buying experience every time and kept each car for many years. Olaf is very knowledgeable and able to guide you through the car buying process, based on what you are looking for. I have also recommended them to numerous friends/family members and every person has been very satisfied with their experience.

Djibraun

Found these guys by accident and I'm so glad I did! Olaf and Charlie have an excellent selection of vehicles and were very up front and honest from start to finish. I live more than an hour from this place and my skepticism about used car dealers almost made me miss out on an incredible experience and a top-notch car!

There were no aggressive salesman, no pitches, and NO pressure. Just a few of straight-forward, friendly and informative people who happily provided the service and information that would definitely be missing at any other dealership. I highly agree with the positive reviews about Active Auto, and I'm VERY doubtful of the negative ones.

My S60 is perfect and I couldn't be more thrilled. Huge thank you to the folks at Active Auto!