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SoCal Street Imports (Torrance, CA) — lot visit notes

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Yard report from Torrance, CA: SoCal Street Imports runs about 77 vehicles, weighted toward import cars. Dealer permit posted at the office window; checked against the state board and it is current, roughly 11 years on the books.

Lot address: 5033 Commerce Ave, Torrance, CA. Visitor parking: Front-lot customer stalls facing the office; overflow on the side street near Torrance lot gate.

  • Doc fee: $499, printed on the buyer's order — not a surprise line at signing.
  • Pre-purchase inspection allowed on their lift or off-site — no pushback.
  • Titles: staff says about 100% of units have title in hand; they showed the folder when asked.
  • Coverage: a 30-day/1,000-mile powertrain warranty.

Lane verdict: workable but negotiate. The metal is fine; the add-on sheet (etch, nitrogen, prep) is where they make their margin. Strike the soft add-ons and the deal pencils.

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