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BMW Santa Barbara brings expert Car Repair solutions to the local community in Santa Barbara, CA, Santa Barbara. From Auto repair shop, Auto parts store, BMW dealer to complex Car Repair projects, they maintain high standards of service quality. Local residents in Santa Barbara, CA appreciate their attention to detail, leading to a consistent 4.1/5 rating from 82 reviewers. By focusing on the specific requirements of the Santa Barbara, CA area, they have built a loyal following among local Car Repair customers. Explore their full range of Car Repair services and see why they are a preferred choice for customers across Santa Barbara, CA and beyond.
Google Reviews
Penelope Narvaez
★★★★★
a month ago
I had an amazing experience at Santa Barbara Auto Group BMW and couldn’t be happier with my purchase. Jeff, Chris, and Carlos went above and beyond from start to finish. They were honest, patient, and genuinely focused on helping me with the car of my dreams. The process was smooth, transparent, and stress-free. Every question I had was answered clearly, and I never felt pressured. You can tell they truly care about their customers and take pride in what they do. If you’re looking for a dealership that treats you with respect and makes car buying actually enjoyable, this is the place to go. Huge thank you again to Jeff, Chris, and Carlos!! I absolutely love my car!
Richard Albazi
★★
☆☆☆
2 months ago
I walked into SB BMW a week ago to get info on returning my end of lease vehicle. The rep(won't say his name) at the desk just looked at me. I asked if I can speak to a used sales car rep and he said he was able to assist. I asked him if I can return my vehicle and purchase a used vehicle to avoid the disposition fee. He asked what kind of car I had and what was I looking for. I told him I have a 330E and I wanted to purchase a used convertible. He then told me that my car was not worth anything at all and to just return it end of lease and start new with a vehicle purchase. I was confused. He said they were getting a demo convertible to sell, but he had no idea anything about it. He made a smirk comment to me that the vehicle would only be about $5,000 of sticker price. He didn't seem like he was in the mood to help and that he was bothered by me. I didn't feel like I was getting anywhere with him so I walked out of the dealer and did some research online about end of lease. I called the BMW dealer in North Hollywood and I got a total different attitude. They were very helpful and told me to bring the vehicle for trade in and that I can avoid the disposition fee with a trade in for used vehicle. Started the paperwork and got myself a nice used BMW. I would have waited for the demo vehicle and purchased it from SB BMW, but the rep was not helpful at all.
Joel Miller
★★★★★
4 months ago
We had been shopping for a higher end SUV for quite some time. We shopped from San Jose down to Thousand Oaks. Out of all the sales people we spoke with at the various locations I have to say Jimmy Trieste at BMW Santa Barbara stood out. He was the most professional, knowledgeable, attentive and was always available. He is truly an authentically nice person which we find to be equally important. Jimmy found us the exact BMW we wanted, which we couldn’t find anywhere, reached back out to us and eventually we closed the deal with a well deserved smile. Thank you to Jimmy for helping to finally end this car buying experience on a positive note. If it weren’t for your extra efforts we would have been driving up to San Jose to buy a “good enough” car. We are satisfied with BMW of Santa Barbara but are extremely satisfied with our salesperson Jimmy.
Anthony Gonzalez
★
☆☆☆☆
5 months ago
Walked in the door and the one guy standing across the showroom said “…do you need something?” I had to walk up to him. 4 other guys had the exact same energy. Not a single one even bothered to introduce themselves or even ask for my name. I was actually shocked at how horrible the service was for such a prestigious brand. I can only imagine what the execs in Munich would say. Do yourself a favor and go to Rusnak in Thousand Oaks.
Dannell Stuart
★★★★★
5 months ago
I had a great experience with a recent car purchase at this dealership. Jimmy was excellent and Carlos did a wonderful job of orienting me to my new vehicle. I would definitely recommend buying your car here!
Irene Gonzales
★★★★★
a year ago
Subject: Exceptional Service Experience at Santa Barbara BMW I wanted to take a moment to share my recent experiences at the Santa Barbara BMW dealership’s Service Department, as they have truly exceeded my expectations. Despite having two BMW dealerships closer to my location, I chose to travel to Santa Barbara due to the consistently poor customer service and overpricing I encountered elsewhere. My partner and I, both proud BMW owners, decided to visit this location, and I must say, we have returned twice already for service on our vehicles. The level of customer care we received was outstanding. The service team, particularly Sean and Dennis, were incredibly helpful and attentive. Angel made the loaner car process seamless, allowing us to be in and out in no time. The communication throughout the service process was excellent, and it’s clear that the team is dedicated to providing the best customer service experience. I truly appreciate the fast, friendly, and efficient service at Santa Barbara BMW. It’s refreshing to find a dealership that prioritizes customer satisfaction. Thank you for maintaining such high standards!
Matt H
★★★★★
3 weeks ago
Ask for their internet sales manager, Jeff. He was knowledgable and provided great friendly service.
Suzy Ealand
★★★★★
3 years ago
Amazing experience from order to delivery. Jeff Knepp helped me with the Build of my 2023 X5 in early January. New BMW has all of my favorite features & only took about 5 weeks to build & deliver. Thank You to Bill Fogg and his professional team at Santa Barbara Auto Group BMW! Love 💕my BMW
Bob Guilfoyle
★★★★★
a year ago
We have bought multiple times now through Jeff and it's always been an experience like you should have buying a car - professional, quick, and fair. Whole process done in a day for a relatively hard-to-find configuration. Jeff and his colleagues are the best!
Bruno Braka
★★★★★
2 years ago
Just bought a 2024 BMW M2 here in SB. Chris, Jeff, Summer, and the rest of the team were great. Finished the deal in one day, no issues.
MOP MAN
★★★★★
a year ago
I cannot say enough how wonderful my experience was with Jeff Knepp at BMW Santa Barbara BMW and his team. Jeff is an excellent sales advisor. Friendly, professional and efficient. It was the fastest and best car deal I have ever made. Great car. Great price. Great people. His colleague Chris and their finance department were also very pleasant to work with. I look forward to buying from Jeff and his team again in the future. Thank you Jeff! You and BMW Santa Barbara are true class acts.
Don MacLeod
★★★★★
2 years ago
Great service! Jimmy was easy to work with. He was friendly, professional, and not pushy. The sales process was clear and smooth. Jimmy had all the paperwork ready to be signed and the overall time spent was minimal. Chad was very knowledgeable about the BMW tech and answered all of our questions. My overall impression was that Santa Barbara BMW cares about their customers and sets a high standard on excellence.
Julie Loreg Hodges
★★★★★
2 years ago
Jimmy T. was very easy and pleasant to work with. His enthusiasm in showing us the different fun features of the car tells us he enjoys his work. It's always so much nicer interacting with someone who likes their work! Carlos, the product specialist was very helpful in walking me through the rest of the special features and I was able to reach him with questions and get answers via text. Makes things so much more efficient. The place was clean and spacious. Overall friendly staff. We highly recommend this dealership.
Niro Kay
★★★★★
2 years ago
I am a returning customer, and wanted to share my great experience with the BMW dealership.(SB Auto Group) I can honestly say that working with Jimmy and the team from start to finish was fantastic! Jimmy was knowledgeable, friendly and was patient while we all figured out the best fit for us. He was helpful in us making a decision. He then handed me over to Carlos who was a lovely young man, patient and sweet, and helpful, and helped me download the My BMW App, and guided me through the entire thing. He also checked in with me to say that he’s there for any questions I may have regarding the vehicle. Jimmy also checked in to make sure things were good and informed me that the cargo mat was ready for pick up. All in all I can say that my experience was fantastic from start to finish. Thank you! I will continue to be a SB Auto Group customer.
Kelli Anderson
★★★★★
a year ago
Simply a great experience with the BMW Santa Barbara team and BMW overall. I was at the end of my lease term but undecided on what to do next. My sales rep, Jimmy Trieste, patiently walked me through several options and guided me toward building my own model for my next lease. During the months in production, Jimmy kept me updated, and BMW Finance worked seamlessly to extend my old lease until my new car arrived. I just picked up my new X3 a couple days ago - and when Jimmy said he would have me in and out in 1 hour, he was serious and made good on that promise. While Carlos was walking me through set-up of my new car, Jeff was processing my lease return, then Darouny in Finance quickly took me through the new lease signing process; sure enough, 1 hour later, Jimmy watched me drive off the lot in my new car (and don't we all love that new car smell)! Can't say enough positive things about this BMW team in Santa Barbara!
Mike Ventrella
★★★★★
a year ago
Jimmy Trieste has been absolutely phenomenal to work with over the years. Always eager to help and very supportive throughout the purchase process. I cannot speak too much to the dealership as a whole but if you’re in the market for a BMW like I was, call Jimmy!
Sienna
★★★★★
2 years ago
They have helped me with maintenance over the past few years and were extremely helpful in trading in my current car and purchasing a new one. Jimmy helped me test drive and worked with me to pick out the best car that fit my needs without pressuring me for anything. Dennis has also been extremely helpful over the years with service on my old car and always makes sure I’m taken care of.
Fran Carter
★★★★★
a year ago
Just wanted to share how great and wonderful of an experience we had at BMW Santa Barbara, and it was all due to Jimmy Trieste. Jimmy was excellent, kind, and knew his stuff! If you're going buy a BMW in Santa Barbara, I highly recommend working with Jimmy! (Also, it takes a lot for me to write a review on Google, that's how much we liked Jimmy!!)
Starra Bhalla
★★★★★
3 years ago
I recently leased a car from SB BMW, and I’m very pleased with the ease of the whole process. I live in LA, but decided to go to the SB location, since I had heard such fantastic things about them. After Jeff Knepp helped me build the model I wanted, he ordered it, and followed up multiple times with me to let me know the status of it. He also assisted me with trading in my old car. I appreciate the professional and caring nature he, and the whole staff, extended to me. All together, it was a smooth experience and I would definitely recommend this dealership. It’s safe to say that I drove away in my new car very happy!
Gino Memoli
★★★★★
2 years ago
Santa Barbara BMW provided an exceptional car-buying experience. From the moment I stepped into their dealership, the staff demonstrated unparalleled professionalism and a genuine commitment to customer satisfaction. The used BMW I purchased exceeded my expectations in terms of quality and performance. The dealership's transparency, coupled with their knowledgeable and friendly team, made the entire process smooth and enjoyable. I highly recommend Santa Barbara BMW to anyone seeking not just a car, but a top-notch buying experience.
