A Dealership For The People

Approved By Joe. Trusted By You.

At Capital City Motor Company, being A Dealership For The People® means we put your needs above everything else. Our mission is simple: make car buying enjoyable and stress-free while treating every customer with honesty, respect, and transparency. Whether you’re shopping for a quality pre-owned car, truck, or SUV, our team is here to help you drive home in a vehicle you truly love. We proudly serve drivers throughout Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny, Johnston, Altoona, Pleasant Hill, and Central Iowa, offering a straightforward car-buying experience designed around you. From helping you secure auto financing options that fit your budget to offering trade-in assistance, our goal is to provide real value beyond the sale. That’s what it means to be For The People.

How Capital City Motor Company Puts You First

Being A Dealership For The People® means we put people over profit. Always.

You Have the Right to Fear-Free Car Buying

At Capital City, car shopping is designed to be simple, transparent, and stress-free. Our team provides clear pricing, honest guidance, and a no-pressure atmosphere so you can shop with confidence.

You Have the Right to Love Your Vehicle

Finding the right vehicle should feel exciting, not rushed. That’s why our team takes time to match you with a car, truck, or SUV that fits your lifestyle, budget, and driving needs.


 

You Have the Right to a Transparent Trade-In Value

Your trade-in deserves a fair and honest evaluation. We use a transparent appraisal process backed by real market data, so you understand (and can leverage) your vehicle’s value.

You Have the Right to Fair & Flexible Financing

With trusted lender relationships and easy online tools, we offer financing options for all credit situations, including first-time buyers, challenged credit, and everyday shoppers alike.

Capital City Motor Company: Core Values