In the context of this review, I would like to provide some background information. I had a friend…read morewho recently purchased an Alpine ILx509 halo head unit, AudioControl D-5.1300D Series 5-channel amplifier, and a JL Audio 10TW3-D4 10" subwoofer in a JL Stealth Box for his 2023 Toyota Pro. He had previously sold his 4Runner for an F250 and had all of these brand-new and almost plug-and-play components. There were a few Maestro units that I had to use to utilize some of the stock controls. Additionally, one item was defective and brand new, and they were able to get it warrantied. They also had to reflash my Maestro RR because it was specified to a JBL audio system and had to be a non-JBL system. Previously, I had upgraded the stock speakers with Focal all around. I visited CA Car Sounds and informed them about my requirements. It took a few trips to determine if I needed any additional components that were not already installed. They provided me with a quote, which was reasonable given the complexity of the work. They mentioned that they would need the vehicle for 1-2 days, which was acceptable to me. I wanted the work to be completed without any rush. My specific needs were to have the amplifier bolted to a plate under the passenger seat and to avoid bolting the amplifier to the floorboard if possible. I also wanted to use the same SiriusXM stock antenna on my vehicle and retain my stock microphone as well as the steering wheel controls. I was somewhat apprehensive about how the setup would sound, but I was assured by Raymond, Austin, and others that I would not be disappointed with the Stealth box and the subwoofer. When I picked up my vehicle, Raymond accompanied me through the controls and demonstrated how it sounded. I was thoroughly satisfied. Everything looked and sounded excellent. They met my needs and addressed my concerns. The quality of work they put into customers' cars is exceptional. I would like to say thank you to Raymond, Austin and their installers

I worked with California Car Sounds to plan an installation of Focal speakers in my truck. We…read morediscussed the setup in advance and agreed on a specific product and installation plan. When I dropped the truck off and later picked it up, I was told after the fact that they had installed a completely different set of speakers because the Focal speakers I had purchased were back ordered by about a week. Instead of calling or texting to ask whether I wanted to wait or reschedule, the shop decided on its own to install a different brand and type of speaker without my consent. This is not acceptable. As a result, I had them remove everything and return the truck to stock. My weekend was spent shuttling the truck back and forth, the door panels were removed twice, and I am left exactly where I started weeks ago except with wasted time and frustration. What is hardest to understand is the decision making process. There was no phone call, text, or email before making a material change to the agreed upon work. Installing a different product without customer approval is baffling. Unfortunately, I will be taking my business elsewhere.

The guys here are amazing! Very rarely do you run into good, honest mechanics. They replaced the…read morerod bearings and vanos on my son's car (E46 M3) and recently serviced mine (E92 M3) for a dead battery. Important to note that they took my car in and completed the battery replacement and coding the same day I called even though they were completely swamped. :) At times, they are delayed in responding but for the amount of cars they take in and the work they do, it's normal for any mechanic. They answer every dumb question I have and provided recommendations for my car as well. Next up for me is to replace the rod bearings. Josh was running a special when he first gave me the quote (around a month ago) but he's still going to honor the price. Will definitely continue to support Josh, JR and team! They make you feel like family when you walk through the door and really do care about the work they do. Thank you guys for going the extra mile. Appreciate you!

Race Factory is the real deal. I've taken my BMW 335i N54…read morehere for an oil change, engine and cabin air filters, a brake flush, and a footwell module replacement, and every visit has been flawless. Anyone who knows the N54 knows it's not something you trust to just any shop. These guys get it. The work is clean, precise, and done right the first time. No guessing, no corner-cutting, and no unnecessary upsells. They take the time to explain what's going on and treat the car with real respect, which goes a long way, especially when it's a car you genuinely care about. The atmosphere is super professional but still relaxed and welcoming. It's the kind of place where you feel confident leaving your keys and even more confident driving away. Honest work, great communication, and zero stress. If you're looking for a shop that knows performance cars, understands BMWs, and keeps the whole experience smooth and chill, Race Factory is it. They've earned my trust and my repeat business, highly recommend. Great Value!

Really great group of people. Knowledgeable and honest. The quality of work was phenomenal. The…read moreadvice was sound and technical know how was top notch. Needed a specialized service on my g80 wheels that needed to be machined and inserts added. California wheels was the one place that came highly recommended. They did not disappoint. Would definitely recommend to anyone needing wheel and tire services. PS: they are not the cheapest but well worth the price for the quality of the work they provide.

The team at California Wheels took care of me and my Lexus IS500 with a custom alignment after I…read morehad installed lowering springs and spacers. I called various shops but I ultimately felt most confident with Cali Wheels and Tommy explained to me how it would be done and how they will take their time to dial it in perfectly. He said the custom alignment would take 2-3hrs. I don't let just anyone work on my car and I am very picky. The results were amazing and the car drives perfectly straight and feels better than factory, along with the steering wheel, dead center. Their services aren't cheap, but I don't mind paying for quality work.

I called SVC today asking for a quote on tints for all windows including windshield and for…read moreaccommodation with an appointment for today. They were able to squeeze me in, and match the best price I had found to earn my business. Once I arrived the experience was amazing and smooth from beginning to end. The owner Eli chopped it up with me for a while, then let me chill in the back since I was not from the area and it was late. Talk about great hospitality and top notch service. On top of A1 customer service. The attention to detail and quality was also on par. Look at the pics for yourself. I will be a returning customer 100% !

I had an awesome experience with Silicon Valley Customs. Eli and his team handled PPF and ceramic…read morecoating on my car, along with installing a few aftermarket parts, and the quality of their work really speaks for itself. You can tell they take a lot of pride in what they do. Everything was done with great attention to detail. Even though my car is a little dirty in this photo, it's still incredibly shiny, and you can clearly see the reflections of the surroundings on the paint. That alone speaks volumes about the finish. Eli was super easy to work with, communicative throughout the process, and made sure everything was done right. I'll definitely be bringing my car back to SV Customs for future projects and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for top-tier work.

My Tesla Model Y needed an alignment, so I submitted a quote request online. Within minutes, I…read morereceived a detailed response with clear pricing and information. The entire process was smooth and professional from start to finish. I also appreciated the automated appointment reminders and how easy it was to communicate by text -- they responded quickly and answered all my questions. Great customer service and overall experience. I highly recommend this shop. Thanks again, Will!

High-level summary:…read more Customer service (patience, friendliness) - 5/5 Technical knowledge - 5/5 Transparency - 5/5 Review: Given my previous experience with torn bushings at 57,000 miles and consistent premature wear-and-tear on my tires - replaced every 20,000 miles or so, partially due to my lowered car with a staggered wheel arrangement and poor alignment - over the lifetime of my 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance, I wanted to take a preemptive approach at 125,000 miles in improving and preserving the functional performance by doing a suspension refresh. After doing extensive research on MPP suspension upgrades, I reached out to TDW Auto and sent a summary of my desired scope of work, my budget, and a request for feedback on whether I had the correct approach in addressing my concerns. From Will's first response, we had seamless back-and-forth conversations over E-mail and text to clarify the current setup of my car, highlight my major concerns, address these concerns with the proper MPP upgrades, and align on my budget, must-haves, and nice-to-haves. There was never once an upsell; only cautionary words of unnecessary upgrades for my use case, which is really just the daily work commute in a lowered setup for personal aesthetic purposes. My original request included MPP front upper control arms and rear traction arms with my Unplugged Performance lowering springs, along with swapping out the front lowering control arms and rear camber arms. However, Will explained that the FUCAs and traction arms served no improved performance for commuting, and that the existing springs were more of a budget-friendly fit that compromised on long-term performance due to its reliance on Tesla stock dampers. Instead, he recommended swapping out the springs for MPP coilovers, and replacing the toe arms in conjunction with the camber arms to improve upon long-term lowered car hardware wear-and-tear. I followed up with Will after our virtual exchanges to get his opinions in person. He took me out for a test ride with me in the passenger seat, immediately identifying that my dampers were squeaking noticeably and that hard cornering at highway speeds felt bumpier than it should. Additionally, he patiently answered all my technical questions over the hour I was there, and adjusted the quotation when I made the final decisions on the suspension refresh. Will was completely transparent about pricing: he categorized the costs by the "front" and "rear," clearly highlighting the number of hours required to replace the front control arms, coilovers, and rear camber and toe arms. Alignment was included in the coilover work as well as solid front lower control arm pressing. He was even able to slot me in his 2-3 weeks' booked schedule on short notice because I wanted to complete the suspension refresh before making a drive to Canada. I picked up my car today after leaving my car overnight, and am extremely satisfied with my decision and results. Special shoutout to Mike, who I believe is the other co-founder and technician who stayed late just to work on my car to meet my schedule!

Had a great experience with this auto body shop. They replaced the bumper on my Toyota Camry, and…read morethe car looks brand new. The work was done quickly, and everything turned out great. The paint matched perfectly, and you'd never know there had been any damage. A special thank you to Joel for making the whole process smooth and stress-free. He kept me updated, answered all my questions, and provided excellent customer service from start to finish. If you're looking for quality repairs, honest communication, and quick turnaround times, I highly recommend this shop. I'll definitely return if I ever need body work in the future.

Absolutely incredible experience with Look Auto Body!…read more They repaired the roof on my car and made it look completely brand new, you would never know there was ever an issue. The craftsmanship and attention to detail were top-tier. On top of that, they went above and beyond and detailed the entire car, so when I picked it up it honestly looked like I was driving it off a showroom floor. Super professional, friendly, and clearly proud of the quality of their work. If you're looking for honest, skilled, and reliable body repair, I highly recommend Look Auto Body. I couldn't be happier with the results.

Excellent quality work, amazing customer service. I was…read morethrilled with the level of detail they discussed before, during and after. Getting your car PPF'd isn't cheap, but their quality and customer service makes it a great value. I'll be back with my next car!

I ordered my cyber wrap from ss custom. It was a very unique and beautiful wrap which made heads…read moreturn. Had it installed by a professional company. 14 months after the fact, the wrap started changing color and looked burnt. I never car washed the car. It was always hand washed so the issue wasnt washing it. When I contacted them, they told me in southern California they warranty covers only 13 months and they its due to sun and how I park my car possibly The offered to reprint the panel and charge me again for it although it would be a different color and mis matched w rhe rest since It would be a new print. Products sometimes goes bad absolutely understandable but for something that would cost u north of 5k to last only a year and then they resell u the same thing rather than taking responsibility I was trully disappointed. I have other wraps on my other cars from other comapnies and non have changed color even after 3 years so it cant be the area rather the quality of the material. I wish someone would tell me this before I would spend so much money on it. Hope this would be a eye opener for others thinking of it. I took more pictures and this is in a span of 2 weeks. the deteriations is significant and the companies claim of this being due to the heat is not true since Los angeles hasnt even been hot yet.

Another 5 star experience with the Klean Ridez Team. Took my base f150 and turned it into an…read moreabsolute beast!!! Leveling kit - wheels and tires. A++ I'll be bringing my future vehicles here for sure. Give these guys a go. Trustworthy honest and they know what they're talking about. Thanks Klean Ridez, I'll send you some of my people

Great experience at Klean! Tin was super responsive, gave great advice, and got me in and out with…read morea lift kit at a great price. Nice waiting area to chill in and couldn't be happier.

I called earlier today to ask if I could get my left side bumper fixed. Robert answered the call…read moreand was very happy to help me out. He suggested what part to purchase to fix my bumper. Once I picked up the part, Robert put in the part for me and fixed it. Excellent customer service and highly recommend this company. Thank you!

I couldn't be happier with my experience. From the very beginning, they were honest, patient, and…read moreextremely transparent. I didn't have insurance for the repairs so they worked with me and clearly laid out all my options--what needed to be replaced and what could be repaired based on my budget. The damage involved the hood, headlight, front fender, bumper, and fog light, all of which had to be repaired or replaced. They walked me through each item and explained why certain parts should be replaced versus repaired, which I really appreciated. The pricing was very fair given the amount of work that needed to be done. Most importantly, the quality of the work was excellent. Everything lines up perfectly, the paint matches great, and the car honestly looks better than I expected. You'd never know how much damage there was before. It's hard to find a shop that's both honest and skilled, but this place absolutely delivers. Highly recommend.

This place is very professional. Came in for a downpipe install, and it was done in less than a…read morehour. I'd recommend this place to anyone I know. Do not hesitate to come here.

Terrible shop, I would never recommend anybody to the shop unless you wanna go back to the shop to…read moreget it installed again guy that can't even speak a lick of english Wants me to call his brother to explain it