Motor City Lexus of Bakersfield

Lexus Dealership in Bakersfield, California

Motor City Lexus of Bakersfield is a Lexus brand dealership located in Bakersfield, California, serving drivers in the Kern County area and nearby communities such as Tehachapi, Delano, Ridgecrest, and San Luis Obispo. Its operations combine the sale of new and pre-owned vehicles with a full financing department, certified service, parts and accessories sales, and a collision center for body repairs.

New Vehicles and the Lexus Lineup

The dealership offers the full range of new Lexus models, with a strong presence of sedans, SUVs, and hybrid and electric versions. Featured models include the ES 350, the RX 350 — described as the brand's most popular SUV —, the three-row TX 350 with up to six seats, the all-electric RZ 300 with over 250 miles of range, and the IS, a compact sport sedan with rear-wheel drive. The lineup also includes hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions, as well as alternatives from Lexus's electrified range.

Pre-Owned and Multi-Brand Vehicles

The pre-owned selection includes Lexus models such as the RX 350, the ES and IS sedans, and the compact NX SUV, along with L/Certified units. The pre-owned inventory is rounded out with vehicles from other brands, including Toyota — with examples like the Tacoma pickup and the Camry sedan — and luxury marques such as Acura, Audi, Porsche, and Mercedes-Benz. The dealership also advertises specific offers for pre-owned vehicles under $30,000 and for Lexus loaner vehicles.

Financing and Buying

The financing department advises on the choice between buying or leasing a vehicle, with loan options aimed at building equity and leasing formulas with lower monthly payments. Financing is also processed through an online credit application. Buyer tools include used vehicle appraisal, the option to sell or trade in your current car, building a custom Lexus, and requesting financial pre-qualification. The dealership also mentions Section 179 tax deductions.

Service, Parts, and Collision Center

After-sales service is provided by certified Lexus technicians who perform oil changes, scheduled maintenance, brake inspections, batteries, tires, and wiper blades, among other work. Every service visit includes a complimentary multi-point inspection, and repairs are done with genuine Lexus OEM parts to preserve original equipment quality. The dealership has its own collision center, Motor City Collision Center, for body repairs of any size. Waiting facilities feature complimentary Wi-Fi, comfortable seating, and TV, and online appointment scheduling, on-site car rental, and complimentary maintenance are offered.

Hours and Customer Service

The dealership is open extended hours Monday through Friday, with reduced hours on Saturdays and also open on Sundays. The service department operates Monday through Friday mornings and on Saturdays, while the parts department keeps office hours Monday through Friday and Saturday mornings. The company has received the J.D. Power Award of Excellence, according to its own presentation.

Location and Contact

5101 Gasoline Alley Dr Bakersfield, CA 93313-3202 · Phone: (661) 509-7351