Car Safari LLC in
Independence (OR)

Bought three cars over the summer for transport business. All have ran great and the staff was friendly. I plan to buy a couple more in march. Thank you for helping my business expand

I purchased a vehicle from Safari Auto and I am extremely satisfied with the service they gave me. They were a little short staffed at that moment but they worked very together as a team. Once they work out their kinks, they will be a well oiled machine. The car I buy was 25 years old so I knew that I was going to have to put some money into right away. Well they just so happens that customers get 50% off their labor costs for as long as they own that car. Of course you have to have their mechanics do the work and the owners mechanic did amazing work plus he was efficient. If you want to buy your son's or daughter's their first vehicle, this is the place. Their prices are so affordable that they have the quickest -turnover that I've ever seen, so if you see something on their website, you better act fast before it sold. Thank all of you at Safari for great customer service.

I bought my wife's car at Car Safari and it's been running good for the last 3 years no problem. I strongly recommend anyone to check out their inventory if you're in need of a car. Dave will treat you right.

Helped my best friend purchase a car from Car Safari. Owner is working with her on some issues. Very much appreciated as she has very little cash flow and hopefully it will resolve any and all issues.

Really wish we would have read the reviews before we went and gave them our money. Well, they say they'll give you a warranty but that doesn't mean anything so we bought a car from them for about $4,000 was a good deal, well it was a good deal because we had to have around $1,500 worth of work done to it, the so he says that if you need any work or anything done that they will do the work that they have a mechanic there, but when our car broke down 3 times every time we would call them and say hey the car broke down again ! they'd say oh we can't look at the car for at least a 2weeks to a month. so what are we supposed to do? Have no car for a month so we took it somewhere else the first time it was $700 to fix it then the second time was $600 to fix it and the third time was 250. Not to mention we had to get a new battery because it had the wrong battery in it so that was another $180. When we took it to our mechanic he had said that the engine almost got blown up because they used the wrong spark plugs everything was aftermarket just kind of thrown together. It's really really too bad because their cars are very reasonable and I was thinking of getting another one but I definitely would not trust them their mechanic must not be very good he doesn't even know what kind of spark plugs to put into the car. so the warranty quote on quote is really just bull. Now the car is working good which they should have just sold it for $6,000 and fixed it properly instead of it breaking down three times in the time span of 2 months! We're just praying nothing else goes wrong call Mom I told my husband if anything else goes wrong we might have to seek legal advice.

Best user car experience I have ever had. I talked to David on the phone and was able to answer all my questions. Went to test drive the car Billy did a great job very prompt. I had to wait for my check but came back couple days later and Kaleb help finish everything up. The team did a great job and won't expect such professionalism from a car lot with cars priced as low as they are. I've had my car 6 months and have never had an issue. Thank you to the Car Sarari Team you guys are great

I buy a new car every year for work. This group is the most transparent, honest people I have ever worked with. David will tell you the good & bad. Not trying to convince you to do something for his own benefit like most sales people I have bought cars from in the past. They definitely go the extra mile when it comes to taking care of their people in my experience. Most people only leave reviews when they have something bad to say, after the experience with them I have nothing but good things to say about this family. I wish I would have bought all my cars from them, but now I know for future purchases! The only thing I would point out is, if you are going for that brand new Mercedes-Benz AMG they will not have it. If you are looking for a very reliable car that you would feel comfortable putting your family in or a first car for your kid this is the place to go! Thank you guys again for everything, see you again soon!

Originally deleted my post. When we arrived, we had to call for Kaleb to come out and meet us, after giving my license to test drive he gave us keys to test drive the cars we wanted. We had to keep calling to have him come outside to meet us. I was a little sketchy but we always try to be positive. During the buying process, Kalebs friend? was talking to him the whole time, it was weird. We bought a Cadillac Deville for about $2k and as soon as we drove off the check engine light came on. We’ve had multiple mechanics look at it and more issues keep coming up. The work that needs to be done is far more than what we can afford. We called Car Safari because of the 50% warranty but we don’t really trust them since that’s the car we left with. We are pretty disappointed but it is what it is.

I recently purchased a used Mercedes from Car Safari LLC, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the beginning, they were upfront and transparent about the vehicle’s condition, no games, no surprises. What really impressed me was that they included a warranty, even though they weren’t obligated to. That kind of gesture shows they stand behind what they sell. The whole process was easy and low-pressure and communicative. And the car? Absolutely fantastic. It’s everything I hoped for.

I have had nothing but positive experiences with this company. We have purchased 4 cars from them and all of them have been exactly as advertised. On the low end we purchased a $700 Suzuki as our Gambler car and on the higher end we purchased an 06 Impala for $3900 for our son. Both cars are still going. They were honest with any issues and I will keep coming back. They have earned our loyalty.

Bought an 06 equinox .. has a salvage title which I was made aware of .. has a few little issues but nothing major it is a 20 year old car . Had mechanic check it out yesterday and mechanically it is in really good shape .. happy with the customer service and would buy another vehicle from them without hesitation. My daughter is more then happy with it ..

I have mixed feelings about car safari. Buyer beware. Make sure you have a couple grand set aside for undisclosed issues. The service was good. I appreciate the younger employees and the elderly man with the tracheotomy. But the middle aged man who showed me cars was not knowledgeable and refused to disclose any issues on the car I bought. After two grand in repairs, I have a functional car. I do appreciate the few who went above and beyond for me. And the half price on the cost of labor was a blessing for sure.

Absolutely love this place. Purchased a vehicle a few years ago and have had no issues. Very reasonably priced. And in fact the seller at hand was so polite we weren't sure if we wanted the vehicle as we had a couple other vehicles in mind at other car lots. We asked if he would hold it for just about an hour so we could check the other car lots and he held that car for us even though other people were on the lot looking at the same vehicle. We put no money down on that hold just our word and his word from each other on he would hold it for us. We drove over 3 hours to get to the location and so that was very polite of him to do so. We checked out the other car lots and we're not even interested in the cars as their sellers were not as polite and their vehicles were way overpriced. So we came back and bought the car. The gentleman was very polite to us and the fact that he held that car was tremendously respectful and just held really good in our mind as to honesty. We have recommended several people to car Safari and they too have bought the vehicles that they were looking at online. The fact that they finance they are very honest about everything. We actually were looking at another vehicle on the lot as well and he politely said I'm sorry I can't sell that to you as it is not sounding right so we will have to take it back into the shop so I cannot even allow you to test drive it at this time. The total honesty politeness was just wonderful and a breath of fresh air to be able to enjoy purchasing a vehicle. Absolutely recommend this car lot and we will be sending more people that way. Thank you 😊

I’ve gotten 2 cars from here. Both in pretty decent conditions. You’re basically getting what you’re paying for. It’s a cheap car lot, they’re not going to be in immaculate condition. I’ve gotten both cars on rebuilt titles, never had an issue with dmv work at all. Both of my cars have lasted over 2 years(I travel a lot). Definitely will get another daily from here.

David is a very honest and fair salesman! His son Kaleb did an awesome job answering all my questions and listening to what I wanted. These guys are amazing and very reasonable would recommend 10 out of 10 times!!!

I grew up in the car business, my daI grew up in the car business—my dad was a GM and part owner of several Ford dealerships, and I sold cars to help pay for college—so I’ve seen a lot when it comes to dealerships. That said, I was really impressed with this dealership. In an era where car prices have skyrocketed, they’re doing a fantastic job of offering a great product at an affordable price. I had the pleasure of speaking directly with the owner, who was not only quick to respond, but also offered helpful suggestions—even pointing me toward other places to look for a car we were considering. It’s clear they care about doing right by their customers. Additionally, they offer excellent deals on future work that might be needed and really go the extra mile. It's refreshing to see a dealer committed to providing value and service in such a competitive market. All in all, a fantastic experience. Great job and keep up the excellent work!

Many thanks to Billy and his team for such friendly and transparent service. I bought a car from them and it needed some work and they got it done quickly and efficiently. Usually it's an oxymoron but these guys really are an 'honest mechanic'!

They don't carry alot of cars there but we did manage to buy one for $800. Fortunately we were able to make it home but that was it. Now I'm stuck with an expensive one way home car. Pricier than a cab would have been! The owner of this place is a snob. He needs to take some responsibility for the garbage he sales instead of making rude comments after our reviews. This will get you no place in the publics eye except for down the toilet!

I drove 6 hours to look at a 2004 bug 🤣. It was in amazing shape and after the test drive i was sold . Keleb was very sweet and helped through the process. Only complaint was he didn't tell me about the warranty they offered till I was already signing paper work but it is FREE. Would recommend to anyone looking for good condition cheaper cars.

Great place, I have bought 2 cars and a truck over the past few years with no problem

Bought a car for my daughter from them, supposedly had a clean title had nothing but problems with it. Fixed and Sold it to a friend for their kids first car and they couldn’t register it because it had a salvage title, had a report an accident five months before we bought it I don’t know how they got away with not Having that on the title but they did… scammed us buyer beware.

Went in with a family member to look at a couple of cars. I am all for supporting small business, but when the “sales boy” comes out in mismatched socks, a tshirt, shorts, and dirty shoes it sets an unprofessional tone. When asked about all the cracked windows on the car and leaking I was told that they don’t know with all the heat and no rain. When looking in one car there was mildew in the back of the seat, mold on the floor of another car, battery terminals were gross. One car was dead, and they knew she was coming to look at it. The cars aren’t washed and there are leafs under the hood. Family member was advised they don’t wash the cars, they want people to see how the car was received. As a buyer, I don’t care how the car was received, I want to know how well the car is. My family was also advised that they don’t clean them because they don’t want to hide things like other dealers. Really? I understand they deal in low priced vehicles and things will be wrong with them, but a huge red flag is when the car has mold and mildew in it. Another huge red flag is when the “sales boy” says “why did you fill out an application if you weren’t interested?” Not once was the window replacement mentioned to my family member, nor was it mentioned to me when I specifically asked. In a cheap car there will be flaws. Shoot, 200k plus miles, and roughly early 2000’s models there should never be an expectation of perfection and my family member was NOT asking for perfection. My family member was simply asking for it to be clean and some professionalism. The owner need to hired more professional staff. I wouldn’t waste your time, gas, or energy on this place. Go to Dallas, to the old Ford dealership lot and look at their lot. They started small and still washed and detailed their cars. They aren’t on commission. I would give this ZERO stars if I could. Edit #2: honesty and transparency would have been told that the window was something that would be replaced. Honesty would have been told why the vehicle was dirty when asked. My family member was not asking for anything outrageous. EDIT: not sabotaging your business, David. I am giving MY review of your business and what occurred. You weren’t there, I was.

Stay away from this car lot! Went to them to check out a couple of cars that were listed on website. 1st car keys would work, battery dead, windshield had a crack all the way across, and had not been detailed. None of this was mentioned in the d. 2nd car.. moment the door was opened: smelled of mold and could see it on the carpet. Upon talking to the sales person: he made me feel like he was trying to " bully me" asking why I applied for credit if I didn't want the car. I told him that I was interested in the car just not the condition it was in. He seemed irritated. Won't ever go there nor reccomened this business to anyone. Not even my worst enemy

Update on my review. The price is about $4,700 in repairs. Still two stars because I expected work to be required and I'm not bothering to go back and get a potential replacement car or refund or whatever. this is ridiculous. I'm doing it myself and some mechanic work at a local shop. These car safari people are not good at inspections. Dude said no leaks, get this, it's All leaks that need repairs done on, crankshaft leak, AC compressor leaking, suspension rotted. Get it immediately inspected if you buy from here. Good prices for A reason. Ashamed. Honestly for the price I paid for the car I got to be fair with any maintenance that may come up, I understand how a cheap car may not always be a reliable vehicle, most of these other 1 stars don't get that at all. I will update this review with potential required maintenance for my car, I bought the 1999 Ford crown Victoria from this dealership and I can stay without a doubt it is probably the best deal so far it's only been about a day but it immediately drove home 55ish miles away, about an hour hour and a half of driving no problem other than steering had a bit of an issue, other than that everything worked immediately as advertised and I see this becoming a very reliable daily driver, obviously I will update the review with anything that might be relevant in the future but for now it's a perfect car for me

I bought a car from this dealership back in February. I don't live locally had to drive 4 hrs home and took it to a shop for routine work, turned out i needed a whole new engine as there was metal in the filter. I was able to contact the owner and he got me a good deal on a used motor. I was nervous having him take my car back, i got it back about 2 months ago and its now overheating and dying on me, i took into my shop and turns out that the clamp for the radiator wasn't where its supposed to go and the clamp for the transmission was 5cm off from where that was supposed to go. I do appreciate the owner being so kind and fixing the engine, luckily this time it was just some clamps out of place, but the mechanic should definitely know where those are supposed to go. I would recommend the owner get a new mechanic, one more qualified and educated. I see a lot of reviews where the mechanic didn't do things properly. Still pleased with the customer service, everyone is very kind and professional!

TLDR: bought 2 cars from, would buy a 3rd! Good communication and works with you to get you in the car you want! Don't expect perfect for under $2000! This is my 2nd time buying a car from here. I bought a well used "issues" car about a year and a half ago. It's been my daily driver since, it has taken me anywhere I've needed to go since I got it. YES, it DID need a few normal maintenance issues that an 18 year old car has that had to be fix (nothing big or super costly), I fixed them and I'm still driving the car! David has been nothing but a good communicator, very professional, and willing to work on prices and payments. I 100% do NOT expect a perfect issue free car that is 20 years old and under $2,000! I am happy so far with my business here and so unless this Volvo blows up in the next week or so I'll be very happy!

I had a really great experience buying a used car. I have terrible credit and not a lot to buy something. I asked for reliable, and they found me something that is really nice, and runs great. I think the honesty and them being upfront is respectable because most car salesmen are sleezy, these guys are the opposite. If they can help you they will. They also offer half off all mechanical work that may need to be done for however long you own your car. I have never needed it and I have had my car for over a year. Very much recommend.