Your Kalamazoo, MI Used Car Dealership — 12 Minutes Down US-131
Diamond Auto Sales is located at 10020 Shaver Rd, Portage, MI 49024, roughly a 12-minute drive south of downtown Kalamazoo. Because we're just off the US-131 / Centre Ave interchange (exit 76), Kalamazoo shoppers can reach the lot in less time than crossing town during rush hour — and if you'd rather not drive at all, we'll deliver the vehicle to your Kalamazoo address free of charge.
Directions from Kalamazoo Landmarks
- From downtown Kalamazoo (Kalamazoo Mall): Take S Westnedge Ave south for ~5.5 miles, turn right on W Centre Ave, then left on Shaver Rd. About 12 minutes without traffic.
- From Western Michigan University (Sangren Hall): Head south on Stadium Dr, merge onto US-131 S, exit 76 (Centre Ave), left on Centre, right on Shaver Rd. About 14 minutes.
- From Bronson Methodist Hospital: S Park St to US-131 S, exit 76. About 11 minutes.
- From Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport (AZO): Portage Rd south to Centre Ave west, then Shaver Rd. About 10 minutes — convenient if you're flying in to pick up a vehicle.
- From Milwood / Kalamazoo Central High School: Portage Rd south, right on Centre Ave, left on Shaver. About 9 minutes.
Free Delivery & At-Home Test Drives in Kalamazoo
Any Kalamazoo ZIP code inside a 30-mile radius of our lot (49001–49009, 49048, 49009) qualifies for two Kalamazoo-friendly perks:
- At-home test drives — we bring the vehicle to your driveway or workplace parking lot so you can drive it on the roads you actually use every day.
- Complimentary delivery on purchased vehicles — once financing and paperwork are complete, we deliver the car to your Kalamazoo address. Most deliveries happen within 48 hours of signing.
Call (269) 301-0661 to schedule either — usually same-day for weekday requests.
What Kalamazoo Drivers Actually Buy
Kalamazoo winters (average ~65 inches of snow) and a mix of highway commutes to Grand Rapids and Battle Creek shape what our Kalamazoo customers ask about most. The three categories that move fastest with Kalamazoo buyers:
- AWD SUVs and crossovers — RAV4, CR-V, Rogue, Escape, Equinox. Great for I-94 lake-effect stretches. Browse used SUVs.
- 4x4 pickups — F-150, Silverado 1500, Ram 1500, often for buyers in Cooper, Comstock, and Richland Twp. Browse used trucks.
- Fuel-efficient sedans — Corolla, Civic, Camry, Accord for WMU commuters and Kalamazoo College staff. Browse used sedans.
Financing for Kalamazoo Residents
We work with lenders that serve the Kalamazoo area — including Michigan-based credit unions many Kalamazoo residents already bank with. You can get a soft-pull pre-approval in about 3 minutes without leaving home, then finalize in-person or by e-signing when the vehicle arrives.
Explore Your Financing Options or get a MAX Allowance trade-in offer — both are no-obligation.
Selling or Trading a Kalamazoo Vehicle
We'll buy your car whether or not you buy one from us. Enter your VIN and a few photos through our MAX Allowance tool and you'll get a firm written offer, honored for 7 days — bring the vehicle to Portage or arrange a Kalamazoo pickup.
Hours & Contact for Kalamazoo Buyers
Sales hours are the same for Kalamazoo walk-ins and appointments: Monday–Friday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, closed Sunday. If you're driving down from Kalamazoo, calling ahead lets us pull the vehicle up front and shortcut the visit to about 30 minutes.