Meet Our Staff

Our staff here at Honda Santa Monica is here for your convenience. Feel free to contact us with questions or for a test drive.

Meet Our Management Staff

General Sales Manager Matt Ayhan
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General Sales Manager
Matt Ayhan

Meet Our Finance Staff

Finance Manager Nima  Mozaffarian
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Finance Manager
Nima Mozaffarian

Meet Our Sales Staff

Fleet Associate Henry  Lee
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Fleet Associate
Henry Lee
Sales Associate Carmen  Lopez
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Sales Associate
Carmen Lopez
Sales Associate Emily  Torres
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Sales Associate
Emily Torres
Sales Associate Jesse  Guevara
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Sales Associate
Jesse Guevara
Sales Associate Joshua
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Sales Associate
Joshua "JP" Portillo
Internet Sales Associate Joaquin  Villegas
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Internet Sales Associate
Joaquin Villegas

Meet Our Service Staff

Service Manager Jeff Ascencio
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Service Manager
Jeff Ascencio
Service Advisor Rey  Arellanes
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Service Advisor
Rey Arellanes
Service Advisor Moe  Bermudez
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Service Advisor
Moe Bermudez
Internal Service Advisor  Brygit  Aristondo 
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Internal Service Advisor 
Brygit Aristondo 
Service Advisor Steven  Recinos
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Service Advisor
Steven Recinos
Service Advisor Christopher Magana
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Service Advisor
Christopher Magana

Meet Our Parts Staff

Parts Manager Chuy  Lopez
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Parts Manager
Chuy Lopez
Parts Advisor Eduardo  Durango
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Parts Advisor
Eduardo Durango
Parts Advisor Brayan  Paxtor
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Parts Advisor
Brayan Paxtor
Parts Advisor Jose  Velarde
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Parts Advisor
Jose Velarde

Our Location

Honda Santa Monica
1301 Santa Monica Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90404

Sales: 424-544-2820
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Santa Monica Honda was very helpful, no pressure when I bought my car. Cheers to Emily & Alfonso for being extra nice.

- Sally Wolk, GOOGLE

Great experience. Customer service was fantastic!!

- Rich Maza, GOOGLE

Terrific!! Could not ask for better service..Enrique and Jessie and Chris went above and beyond what anyone would do. Chris drove so many miles to deliver this car. He was so nice and we really appreciated his kindness. Thanks again for the amazing service!! They made the process so pleasant!!...

- Larry & Carol Fields Fields, GOOGLE

I’d be thrilled to give Honda Santa Monica 10 stars! From the moment we stepped in, Chris was warm, helpful, and made us feel at ease. The entire team had positive energy and smiles all around. Matt, the General Manager, was exceptional. It wasn’t only a great car buying experience, it felt...

- Victor R, GOOGLE

Wonderful experience with the team, and so happy with my car! Matt was so helpful in finding us the perfect car for our family - the energy of the whole team was positive and refreshing. Chris was attentive, knowledgable, and kind to our daughter. He entertained her during the process - all the...

- Tressa Cox, GOOGLE

We had an excellent experience purchasing our Honda Accord Hybrid from this dealership. From start to finish, everything was smooth, low-pressure, and genuinely pleasant. Chris was our dealer and he was outstanding — very knowledgeable, laid-back, and easy to work with. He never made us feel...

- Anthony Red, GOOGLE

Our family had great experience with JP at Honda of Santa Monica. He made the process smooth, easy and fast. Gave us the best price around. It was worth taking the 1hr drive. The finance manager was also very nice and respectful. We were in and out in less than 2hrs. If you are thinking about...

- Tamara Madueno, GOOGLE

The entire staff was kind, knowledgeable and helpful with our car buying experience!

- George Santo Pietro, GOOGLE

The Honda Santa Monica sales team is amazing and kind. I went in to see some new CRVs and got to test drive a couple. Decided to buy one after thinking about it for a week and was offered choices and great deals. No pressure the team goes above and beyond with care and kindness and paitience. I...

- Kristy Schaefle, GOOGLE

Came in and loved the fact that that I was approached properly by Emily. I asked about a used car that I seen on there website. Mind you I didn't even call in ahead of time but she knew her inventory and pulled up the car so I can test drive. The car was pretty clean for a used car, if I wanted...

- Adel Alhaj, GOOGLE

Amazing dealership, extremely friendly, Jesse did an amazing job explaining all the features of the car and the sales Manager Enrique was also extremely knowledgeable polite and helpful. I highly recommend going to this dealership and asking for Jesse and Enrique if you need anything at all,...

- Jovany Gado, GOOGLE

I bought a used 2000 Honda CR-V, and brought it to Honda Santa Monica for service when I heard a noise rattling. They did a full check of the vehicle and found a few parts needed to be replaced. I called around to get competitive pricing, as I figured the dealer would mark up the price a lot but...

- Mel Rey, GOOGLE

We had a great experience buying our vehicle here. The team was helpful and answered every question without pressure. I’ve bought cars from other dealerships, and this was easily the best experience. They understood we were ready to buy and respected our time. No push for accessories, no tricks,...

- Joe Rauda, GOOGLE

These guys are amazing to work with. They're all about premium customer service. Every person in there is amazing, from Francisco, to Victor, and really every single person. Wonderful smiles to greet you and never too busy. They rock.

- Lisa Jey Davis Schanley, GOOGLE

I’ve lived in Los Angeles for almost 40 years and have been to a lot of car dealerships. I can honestly say Honda of Santa Monica is in my top 2 ever. I was met by Alfonso the sales manager with professional courtesy and kindness. I also spoke with Ricardo and Victor in Finance who were...

- Jens Schmidt, GOOGLE

I wanted to express my thanks for Chris Magana's assistance. He was very helpful and figured out the problem with the car remote very quickly. Chris is very professional and knowledgeable. I truly appreciate his help!

- Pauline Garcia, GOOGLE

(Translated by Google) Super fast service and customer support! Congratulations to Luis, he's an excellent sales agent! 👌👌👌 (Original) Super rápidos en el servicio y atención al cliente muchas felicidades a Luis es un excelente agente en ventas 👌👌👌

- Britgianfran Lig, GOOGLE

(Translated by Google) undefined (Original) Edit 1/9: I spoke with both Jeff and Matt from Sales and Services this morning and was pleasantly surprised by their attitude. I've never been able to get Honda Santa Monica on the phone or reply to an email since purchasing our vehicle last summer -- so...

- Allison Clark, GOOGLE

(Translated by Google) undefined (Original) Highly recommend if you want to skip the other brand dealerships that try to run you in circles to nickel and dime! Luis took amazing care of us and the manager got us a great deal and APR on a 2026 Honda HR-V, go talk to him! Easiest process ever to...

- Steph Reyes, GOOGLE

(Translated by Google) undefined (Original) Very impressed by the food and service!

- Alexander Asher, GOOGLE

(Translated by Google) undefined (Original) I had an excellent experience buying my Honda. From the moment I walked in, the staff was welcoming and knowledgeable. They answered all my questions, explained my options clearly, and made sure I felt comfortable with my purchase. The process was smooth...

- Blanca cartagena, GOOGLE

(Translated by Google) undefined (Original) My experience at Honda of Santa Monica was outstanding. I brought in my 2026 Civic Hybrid, and the entire team was incredibly informative and transparent. Please ask for Matt Ayhan for your next purchase.

- Ernest Nazarov, GOOGLE

(Translated by Google) undefined (Original) I’m posting this on my daughter’s account, my name is Maryam but Jesse Guevara really helped me with my lease for my Honda. He was so genuine, kind and really cared about what I wanted. I’m really happy with the car I chose and he was very patient...

- Melina Sarian, GOOGLE

(Translated by Google) undefined (Original) 10 Stars! 10/10 A++ Trying to make a deal from out of state was frustrating to say the least. The first 3 dealers I called in the LA either refused to give a price over the phone or wasted hours of my time only to give me terrible numbers. That all...

- Mount Howarth, GOOGLE

(Translated by Google) undefined (Original) Luis and Alfonso were awesome! Made the deal easy and straight forward. Straight numbers on paper with nothing added. Appreciate these guys! Love my Odyssey

- Ghostwerks Inc, GOOGLE

I highly recommend this dealership! They are exceptionally professional, friendly and helpful. They were kind enough to listen all of our concerns and answered all questions without getting bored. They were incredibly helpful when we were deciding which car to choose and made us feel comfortable...

- Esin Bulut, GOOGLE

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ⭐️ I cannot say enough wonderful things about Honda of Downtown Los Angeles. From start to finish, the experience was exceptional and truly refreshing. Michael Plascencia deserves special recognition for his outstanding work. He was professional, honest, and genuinely...

- Shila Vosough Ommi, GOOGLE

Great People Great Service

- Roger Hayot, GOOGLE

I made a great deal here. Highly recommend this guys

- Пароконный Андрей, GOOGLE

The service team was great as far as diagnosing and fixing my car problems. I received a video same day with a complete breakdown of everything wrong with the car as well as an accurate cost estimate. If you are able to I highly suggest you request Tiffany Baker as she was so accommodating and...

- Eddie Parks, GOOGLE

They worked all afternoon to ensure that I would drive away in a new vehicle. Carmen and the manager were especially helpful!

- Marc Moore, GOOGLE

I had a great experience at Honda Santa Monica. I was able to actually negotiate (unlike other Honda dealers) down to the price I had in mind without unnecessary aggressive haggling on their part. The manager Matt was very reasonable and gracious. Highly recommend.

- Andrea Oh, GOOGLE

Ricardo made my car buying experience easy and efficient. My car was hand delivered to my door with the most professional and friendly service. I told them what I needed and it was done to the upmost satisfaction. Thank you again

- Anthony R, GOOGLE

Matt Ayhen was an absolute professional and helped me get into a new safe reliable Honda! Thank you!!!

- Chris Pitcher, GOOGLE

Eddie helped me to get my 1st new car. He and everyone in store are super patient,professional and thoughtful, my best experience ever. I think here is “Best dealer” in LA no doubt, will definitely come back next time.

- Yameng Zheng, GOOGLE

Had an excellent experience with JP at Honda of Santa Monica! He gave me the best deal out of all the dealerships I contacted and made everything fast and stress-free. Totally worth the 40-mile drive — if you want a smooth car-buying experience, ask for JP!

- vladimir Pleskov, GOOGLE

Excellent dealer

- Michael, CARGURUS

Good Customer Service. Very patient and did the upmost to get a suitable loan. Test drive was no rush. Friendly people. Good experience.

- GuruDQR6LF, CARGURUS

Huge shoutout to Emily for finally ending my car search! After speaking with multiple dealerships that were trying to pull old school, deceptive tactics, Emily gave me a straightforward and helpful experience. I told her what I needed before I came in to the showroom and she essentially confirmed...

- Kennedy Bingham, GOOGLE
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