Car Audio & Security Specialists

Name: Car Audio & Security Specialists
Address: 177 Hamakua Dr, Kailua, HI, 96734, US
Telephone: (808) 262-9940
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (127 reviews)

Car Stereo Installation, Auto Security, Auto Parts & Supplies

Open • 9:30 am - 6:00 pm

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Channey T.

Got a mp3 stereo installed by these guys ATA and KAMA and they were able to do it under 50 minutes, I've called around and they were best priced on top of the time installation, can't be beat. I'll come back here if i ever need any other stereos installed and will refer my friends and fam!

Verl S.

This is what happens when you do something right and have the knowledge and experience ( and the ability) to make a hard job easy! The staff is extremely knowledgeable and very nice to watch *but stay humble, let them focus on the job, I was very impressed with their selection of parts , installation

Installed bull bars, siren, grille lights, and lightbar.

Arik P.

I've been going to these guys for a couple years now, I've brought them every car I've had (including the infamous Booty Patrol cars). They're a bunch of professionals who genuinely put effort into solving problems and maintain a very friendly and honest relationship with their customers. If it can be mounted or wired, they can mount or wire it-- they even assembled the camper shell for my truck and put it on. I've had nothing but good experiences with them and their pricing is fair for the work they put in. If you need something adjusted or tweaked after it's installed they're happy to help no problems at all. I'm leaving the island but I wanted to take this time to thank them for their hard work and friendly service, appreciate shops like this.

Jason K.

I had grill running lights done on my Honda Ridgeline and l was very pleased with the results took only.two hours to do . This is the third time l done business with them and been very satisfied with the end results

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another amazing service! thank you guys. you're the best!... my car stereo had no power (unrelated to the stereo) and they needed to reset it. they installed my stereo years ago and it's been phenomenal. read more

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Unbelievable! Best service ever. Old fashioned charm. They do everything with heart

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Had an issue with my car starting. Went to Lexus to get diagnosed with multiple techs blaming install from sounds installed. This was not the case!!! Ata was patient helped me navigate all issues that was caused from Lexus techs! ATA and team with no hesitation helped me diagnose and remove his initial install, ATA is the most patient and trustworthy installer of all time!!! Helped me with Lexus automotive review and follow up. Gave me a poor diagnosis. Car works great now afterfixing all Lexus issues! I highly recommend doing all work here... staff super friendly, family owned business! I will get all my car audio needs here for life Customer for LIFE! read more

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Got a mp3 stereo installed by these guys ATA and KAMA and they were able to do it under 50 minutes, I've called around and they were best priced on top of the time installation, can't be beat. I'll come back here if i ever need any other stereos installed and will refer my friends and fam! read more

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I was in Kailua and stopped by Car Audio & Security Specialist without makimg an appointment. I asked if they could adjust the sensitivity on my trucks Compustar car alarm because of the loud stereos and fireworks and the guy said no problem! He told me to hang on a bit and a little while later adjusted it and Boom it was done! Mahaloz Car Audio & Security Specialist! You folks Da Bomb! read more

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Friendly and helpful. Always a professional job. Lots of options at different price points, whether you're looking for a car alarm, replacement of stock speakers or adding a sub. read more

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Went in to fix a back up camera connection and they were able to get it resolved quickly and professionally. Had a broken dash unit and Jay said he could if bring it in. So I did and he was able to replace the broken unit on the spot. Amazing service and always respectful. Highly recommend for your car audio or security needs. Talk to Jay, he'll take care of you. read more

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The customer service is 5 star- Jay and Ata really take care of their customer needs- nothing short- been a customer for 5 years and travel far to get the best equipment and service. Mahalo to them read more

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Atta and Abdullah are really awesome to work with. Atta is thoughtful, helpful and goes out of his way to make sure he provides excellent service. I highly recommend them. read more

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Kryssa I.

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I started a project request on Yelp for a security system for my car. I got a response back from the owner and he had the cheapest pricing amongst the several companies that responded. However, after many weeks of not getting a follow up response, I opted to give my business elsewhere. This is a prime example of how good customer service will often outweigh cheap pricing. Save yourself the time and support other local businesses. read more

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This is what happens when you do something right and have the knowledge and experience ( and the ability) to make a hard job easy! The staff is extremely knowledgeable and very nice to watch *but stay humble, let them focus on the job, I was very impressed with their selection of parts , installation read more

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Older model truck, '98, radio antenna rotted out and I came for a replacement. It was special ordered and installed but the following week. Price was fair and now it works perfectly without issues. Excellent customer service and business practices. read more

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Highly recommend!!!! Walk-ins welcome. Hands down the ONLY place to buy, install and consult with this knowledgeable staff! Friendly, kind, professional, and they listen to the customer. JAY provides the Best customer service from the moment he greets you to when you drive away. We had our new car alarm installed a couple of years ago and today a new radio installed in an hour while we enjoyed their air conditioned office. ATA really knows his products from installation to performance. The gentleman who installed the radio was quick, neat and helpful! A Fantastic Experience that had me smiling all day! Thank YOU so much!!!!!!!!!! read more

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The owner (i forgot his name) is very attentive to your needs and gives great suggestions and choices for you to select from. Used him to install an integrated dash cam/rear view mirror on my car and an alarm on my son's truck. work is done very professionally. definitely recommend this company to install your stereo/alarm/dashcams. read more

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I needed a new radio for my car. For years, the volume was not adjustable. I finally decided it needed to be replaced. I found Car Audio in Kailua to see if my car radio could be replaced. It turned out to be a pleasant experience. Jay, the specialist, immediately helped me. He was pleasant, knowledgeable & provided me with options that they had in stock. It took about an hour and now I have a terrific radio that I can hear. Mahalo Jay... read more

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Dropped into Car Audio and Security Specialists for a quote on installing a dash cam, and spoke with Jay. He was incredibly professional and knowledgeable. They could've had me in and out that same day, but setting up an appointment was easy and convenient. Picking up the car Jay was very thorough in explaining all the details of the dash cam and app. We are very happy with our purchase and the service provided. Definitely recommend with five stars. read more

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Arik P.

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I've been going to these guys for a couple years now, I've brought them every car I've had (including the infamous Booty Patrol cars). They're a bunch of professionals who genuinely put effort into solving problems and maintain a very friendly and honest relationship with their customers. If it can be mounted or wired, they can mount or wire it-- they even assembled the camper shell for my truck and put it on. I've had nothing but good experiences with them and their pricing is fair for the work they put in. If you need something adjusted or tweaked after it's installed they're happy to help no problems at all. I'm leaving the island but I wanted to take this time to thank them for their hard work and friendly service, appreciate shops like this. read more

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I had grill running lights done on my Honda Ridgeline and l was very pleased with the results took only.two hours to do . This is the third time l done business with them and been very satisfied with the end results read more

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Ata N A.

Thank you for your business,

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Paul G.

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It was fast service but I think to fast. They installed a new radio in my car and everything else works fine. The only issue I have is the call button on my steering wheel. It doesn't function so when I asked them to take a look at it, they told me I didn't need that button. They told me I could press call on the new radio if I wanted to answer calls. They also told me I will have to replace the steering wheel to have the button work. I didn't know what to say honestly, so I just left but I paid a lot of money for this radio. Instead of looking and seeing what the issue is they told me I don't need to use it anyways. How lazy on them to not look, once I paid them that was their attitude. Now I have to take it to a mechanic to look at it. Poor service and not helpful! read more

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Wam M.

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Contacted these guys via Yelp on a Saturday morning. They messaged back fast and sent me pics and video of products. They were able to take me in a few hours later that day. Got the new stereo installed in about an hour. Looks and sounds great. read more

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Sharon R.

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Quick stop to get our alarm system in our FJ Cruiser changed out. We called and was told to come the next day between 9:30 - 12 noon. We dropped off our vehicle at 9:30 am and was called by 3:00 pm when the service was done. They do not have a courtesy vehicle to drive you back home so make sure to make arrangements for that. Friendly customer care and efficient service. read more

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Marion D.

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I would give it a 10 star! Without going into all the details, Jay took out the damaged part, advised me the exact part to buy, headed me in the direction to purchase it, (so far zero cost) then when I got the new part, he installed it lickety-split, re-set all the controls, took untold time to show me how to program the part and all at a completely reasonable cost...... and with a smile on his face. I would highly recommend this place to anyone who would listen. read more

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Ata at Car Audio & Security Specialists is a true Professional and Champion! It is truly hard to find great quality customer service. My work schedule was hectic and trying to break away from work is hard to do, but when I called the shop I was instructed by Ata to bring my vehicle in. I questioned him, "now?" He replied, "Yes, now no problem." When I arrived, the place was packed with customers and his crew was nice and courteous, closing other customers car doors so I could park in front of the shop! Within minutes (literally, not kidding), I was in and out of the shop with my stereo sound system sounding better than ever!!! What an experience and highly recommend to get your audio sound system at this establishment, you won't regret it. read more

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Car Audio and Security Specialists did an excellent job installing a back-up camera on my car. If you want a timely, professional job done, give them a call. Very friendly staff, too! read more

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Pipeline A.

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Very friendly staff, but unable to competently install or diagnose what they sell. There were logic errors with the alarm which they fixed for free. Twice after that the alarm left me stranded in Honolulu requiring a costly Uber to bring up more keys Back up camera is intermittent, often giving me just a black screen, defeating the purpose of paying for this stuff in the first place. CarPlay has never reliably worked, despite bringing the vehicle back several times. The final time I was left with missing dash screws and a broken USB panel. If someone has a recommended place that can fix their work, please let me know, I would love for this to do what it is supposed to. read more

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Hassan T.

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This group, is the best automotive support I have received; hands down. I have a fairly complicated setup that no automotive mechanics or electricians would take on. Atta and the team took the challenge without reservation and did a superb job at mitigating my parasitic draw. Additionally, they setup my jeep to function with significantly more efficiency. The price was well below what was expected, and the service cannot be beat. I highly recommend this group to anyone needing Car Audio, and Alarm/Security work etc. on their vehicle. read more

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Car Audio & Security SPECIALISTS says it all! It took a "little" while to get their response thru Yelp, but once communication was established, they were responsive, fair, honost, and respectful. When I arrived, I wasn't pressured into a more expensive purchase (which I LOVED)! I had the speakers in my car replaced in a little over an hour, and now my system sounds GREAT! I HIGHLY recommend Car Audio & Security SPECIALISTS because they really are read more

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Great work and very informative specialist here. They were able to do the job in a couple of hours. I had my vehicle back the same day. I was also able to get a good deal on the equipment and installation. I recommend. read more

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Jordan S.

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5th time here. Every time has been 10/10 for communication, quality of work, length of time for the car in the shop, pricing and professionalism from staff. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! read more

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Richard P.

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Impatient horrible customer service no respect Not local and you gonna pay an arm and a leg read more

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Ata N A.

Can you please explain for me what happened

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Steven K.

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Great shop, quick to fix my issue. Had a bad remote and they were able to get it working and a very reasonable price. Mahalo

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Peter E.

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Visited the shop one day for and estimate , had a 9:30 appt. For the next day . Everyone was very courteous and helpful . I knew what I wanted , they explained what would be done with a very fair price . Came back the next day at my appointed time and dropped the vehicle off. I received a call that my vehicle was ready for pickup in less than 1 1/2 hours. Perfect - folks there are full of aloha , nice to see in Kailua Mahalo read more

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Very solid family run business, no nonsense and absolutely fair prices. I bought an JVC touchscreen radio and red top battery through them and they installed it for free. Great price point and top quality work, they even were able to re route my backup camera to the touchscreen instead of it being on my rear view mirror like it was before. Very thankful for the options given that I did not know existed! Thank you guys for the top notch work and you've earned a 5* review. read more

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Very professional, great staff. Added a Kicker all in one powered sub to my stock sound system. Sounds great. Will go back to them on other projects. Mahalo!! read more

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Lou S.

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I rarely write reviews however this guy did me a solid. He is very professional and always willing to help me. I had multiple questions and he politely answered them. The precious guys hooked up my sounds wrong and he made it right. Much appreciation for this man!!! Not to mention he is a good family man, local guy father of 4. I'm very happy to have done business with him. Thank you ATA read more

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Leonardo M.

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I called and was given a quote of 900+ for 2 10" subs and an amp with an install. Came in ready to pay that price but turns out they did everything for less , 830$! Awesome price abs when arriving 2 hours later my install was done and I was on the road and happy with my purchase. Very knowledgeable in helping the customer choose what fits their budget and wants. Would recommend to anyone who needs sounds will be coming back for future installs read more

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Shaun O.

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Wow I'm super stoked on my experience at Car Audio & Security Specialists today! Last week I did a Yelp search for Car Audio installation and I got five hits right away. The quotes ranged between $280.-$500! (A moble Service quoted me $700!) My simple Amazon.com system cost me no more than $130 for everything so $500 to install it was out of the question! All of the owners asked my budget but Ata the owner of Car Audio Security Specialists was the only one who really worked with me to keep my install as close to my original budget. Ata and all of his staff were cool and friendly and didn't make me feel like a sucker when I walked in asking basic questions and then over quoting me like another shop did in Kalihi. They never made me feel uncomfortable about my cheap Amazon.com system or try to up-sale me their better stuff! I really appreciated that! In the end the total cost was CHEAPER than his original quote and that was after taxes! Again my stereo system was a very simple system so I wasn't expecting bass booming sounds but for what I put into it I'm completely satisfied and highly recommend Car Audio Security Specialists! read more

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I messaged them on yep and I got a fast response. Same day installation and everything came out perfect! They did a check of the vehicle before and showed me how to use my new set up. Very pleased with their service!! read more

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Extremely fast response. Awesome service by Ata and the crew. Didn't try to up sell me. Told him what I was looking for and gave me options. Definitely sending my friends his way. read more

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Excellent work I highly recommend this business and the price was very reasonable. Very friendly staff. Who knows what they are doing.

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177 Hamakua Dr
Kailua, HI 96734
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Let's say you've just purchased a new car and its stereo system is severely lacking. Or maybe the system you currently have has never had the kick you were looking for and it's time for an upgrade. No matter what your reasons are, you can always find the perfect solution at Car Audio & Security Specialists. Located in Kailua, HI, this alarm and car stereo installation shop offers some of the best products to help your vehicle reach its maximum potential. From Sony® subwoofers to Viper® security systems, get the best they have to offer for your vehicles. When it comes to car audio installations, these experts are second to none. Their expansive list of products will meet the needs of the savviest stereo expert, down to someone who just wants a single-DIN radio installed. They can also install: Backup cameras and backup sensors Bluetooth® systems GPS navigation systems Keyless entry and remote starters DVD players In addition to audio equipment, Car Audio & Security Specialists offers security systems and accessories to ensure everything you have in your car stays there. With same-day installation, you can drive away with peace of mind knowing you have a system in place to deter would-be criminals. Get the most out of your car by choosing Car Audio & Security Specialists to equip your ride with superb outstanding speakers and security features. For a comprehensive list of services, visit them online or call (808) 262-9940.

History

Established in 1992.

Jl Signature dealer since 2001

Meet the Business Owner: Arthur A.

Arthur Owns and operates Car Audio and Security Specialist

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“Arthur and his team went above and beyond helping me upgrade the head unit and speaker in Wifey's '91 MR2”

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Unko Anwar took care me and my wife very well ! very accommodating with budget ! everytime im in…read morehawaii this shop is my go to spot ! ask for Unko Anwar ! yall need to open a spot in las vegas and provide same top A quality service yall do here in the 9th island ! its an open market ! and steady market !

Loved how we were approached. Very kind. He and staff were visibly very busy but they were still…read morewilling to help. And did! Gave us a quick quote. He was able to help quickly knowing we were in a hurry. You could tell they are up to date and knowledgeable on automatics. Not to mention getting parts needed. Thanks for making this frustrating day a better one.

HI Tech Tinting & Stereo

4.5

(50 reviews)

We have been taking our vehicles here for window tinting for the last few years, as they are…read moreconveniently located at the entrance to Wahiawā town. The techs do a great job at installing & they don't take long. I normally drop my car off, grab lunch at one of the restaurants near by & then it's completed before you know it. Their prices are very reasonable they go a great job.

My experience with this business went far and beyond I came here as a walk in last min and they…read moretook me on as a customer for tint . I also got a sweet deal on sounds also . Customers service is on point , friendly , knowledgeable business . Go check them out .

Cabling Hawaii

4.5

(15 reviews)

Great service: clean and quick! Responded immediately and did the job that day After a Costco…read moreinstallation got postponed twice! Recommended for tv install/ mount professional.

Bought a second hand stereo system hooked it up no sound. Called these guys to check it out told…read morethem everything I did and went through the set up to see if they could help me. They checked through everything I did they said everything looked right. They called in their master tech, he came in with a condescending tone he questioned me about my system and how I wanted the system to run. The master tech unplugged some wires and said the receiver is broke and he can't do anything else about it. They charged me $224 for that. So I was sold a broken receiver for $380 and $224 to confirm it was broken, a $604 dollar loss. They said , "call us when you get a new receiver." I asked, will you install it for what I paid today? Thinking since he was charging me for an install but did really install anything. He was like no, I will charge you again.

Hawaii Glass Tinting

4.9

(46 reviews)

i found Hawaii Glass Tint on Yelp and read the reviews. I booked an appointment and showed up on…read moretime. He quoted me $80 for tint removal which I had an illegal tint, which did not pass inspection. He took approximately 2 hrs to remove it. But then I decided since I was there, I better tint the whole car with legal tint. He was going charge me $300 bucks for everything, but then up the price cause I used credit card, to $320, plus tax... came out $335.18...at first I gave him rave reviews. But the next day, I found out my car antenna got ripped apart, mind you, it was storming that day, and I just went home afterwards and parked in my garage. It's a new car, and was never broken to begin with.... I would not recommend him to anyone... sorry Alan.

Today we got our Dodge Charger tinted by Alan. We got the Darkest Legal Ceramic tint w/ UV…read moreProtection. He did an Awesome job for a Reasonable Price. If you need to tinting done go see Alan (Owner). Mahalo Alan for all your hard work tinting our car. I got our Chrysler 300 tinted by Alan so I had to come back. Hands down Best Professional Service at a Reasonable price. Highly Recommended !

Servco Toyota Honolulu Service Pūkōloa

3.3

(96 reviews)

Servco Toyota is usually my choice for getting my car serviced as I find them to be reliable and…read morehonest - no weird scammy vibes like some other places may come with. I often switch between Māpunapuna and Pūkōloa depending on availability. This past visit was to get my key replaced as it had reached the end of its life. I paid about $500 total for the part and service which is kind of steep - but worth it for reliability. I do also like that I can schedule and modify appointments online. Tip: availability will vary depending on if you are waiting for your car at the service location or if you have a ride. You have a better chance at getting an earlier appointment if you have a ride as they only have limited spots for those who are waiting.

My initial appointment was confirmed by Mary Jane. It was quick and easy - i mentioned that i was…read morelooking for either Waipahu or Pukoloa location and found me the next available booking with a loaner to use. She also scheduled the recall on my car since she saw it on file and went ahead and scheduled that too. I got a email and text confirmation right away after the call ended as well. One month later i go in for service to fix my trunk. The power struts or shocks was not working from what my friends told me what it sounded like so i already had a feeling my tab for today would be kind of high. In the morning before it opens - the door to pull into service is closed but you can drive up to the door until they open. Then they will tell you to drive in and take your info and look at your car. I was helped by raycine (?) she was really pleasant and asked the questions that was needed before she let me off with the loaner car. Then i met with another man off to the side where we chatted for a bit about cars and he mentioned that the older cars were more reliable than the new ones with all the technology in it. I was sent off with a corolla which the gas would need to be refilled after consumption. I eventually got a call maybe 20 minutes later and confirmed it was the shocks, but the part was at the warehouse so it may take the entire day or next morning if anything. i went ahead and gave them the go ahead since i already knew what to expect before my appointment. to my surprise it finished way faster than i thought. I dropped off my car at 7am, and picked it back up around 11:30 or Noon. Pickup was the same - you drive up to the service area and they'll take your loaner car from you. The same rep comes back to you upon arrival to explain the costs and checks you out at the cashier. The one thing i did not like was that they charge a 3% fee if you use a credit card (they did tell you this many times prior) but i think they should eat the cost for a large corporation like that. 3% is not a big deal when its a small amount but sometimes you might be paying a lot for what you're getting done. Also - on their website there was a 15% off coupon for parts that i was able to get applied to my bill.

Premier Island Auto Detail

4.8

(283 reviews)

I cannot say enough incredible things about Premier Island Auto Detail and Greg…read more I first met Greg during a very special (and stressful) time in my life--just one week before giving birth. I needed my car to be immaculately clean, and what he delivered completely exceeded every expectation. When I picked up my car, I was honestly in awe. It looked and felt brand new. What truly stood out, though, wasn't just the quality of his work--it was him. My family was with me, and Greg treated all of us with such genuine kindness, respect, and aloha. That moment has stayed with me ever since. He is truly one of those rare, good-hearted people you don't forget. Fast forward to recently--I had what I thought was a total nightmare situation. After a fishing day with my family, squid juice spilled into my car and soaked into the carpet. The smell was awful. No matter what I tried, it wouldn't go away, and I genuinely thought my car was permanently ruined. Of course, I reached out to Greg--and once again, he worked his magic. Not only did he completely remove the odor, but my car now smells (and feels) brand new again. I honestly don't know how he does it, but his attention to detail, work ethic, and level of care are unmatched. Greg is the only person I trust with my car. I recommend Premier Island Auto Detail to everyone--my friends, my clients, my family--because when you find someone this genuine and this talented, you don't keep it to yourself. Thank you infinitely, Greg. Your work and your spirit truly make a difference.

NEWEST UPDATE: Aloha folks -- i've updated my review as…read morethere has been some progress. Greg reached out to me explaining that based on the video I sent, it appeared that the ceramic coating was working, but not how it should be. He asked if I could bring the vehicle in so that his team could wash it, and verify this in person. We agreed that I would drop my vehicle off on Friday. This will allow for a pickup on Saturday. Upon drop off, his guys, Zane and Kato accepted the vehicle and tested the ceramic. Right away, Zane said that it wasn't reacting correctly. I left my keys with them and was told that the vehicle would be ready for pickup the following day and I would be notified by call or text. Saturday -- Premiere is open until 6pm. Once 5pm came around I was admittedly starting to get a little bit nervous seeing as how I needed my car for work on Monday, and I knew they were closed on Sunday. I attempted to call and received no response. Living closeby, I just decided to head over. I got there about 540pm. Greg was there detailing the interior of a car. He had plenty of vehicles to take care of. He was friendly and apologized for the lack of communication, citing that he was swamped with the influx of vehicles. He explained that my car was "done" but that he, himself, had taken issue with it. When we approached my car, it was clear that work had been done. But upon closer inspection, there were water spots on my glass and streak marks on areas, exacerbated by the light from his cell phone flashlight. He was able to quickly wipe some of them off. He again apologized and said that he didn't like the work that was done and asked if he could keep my vehicle until Tuesday so that it could be completely redone. This I respect. Alot. For a boss to take ownership of their work and the work of their employees goes a long way. I left it -- picked it up on Tuesday. The car looks fantastic. Here's to waiting it out and see if the ceramic holds this time around. Very glad that I chose the boys at Premiere. Will update in a week :) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Aloha all! Second time using the boys at Premiere Island Auto Detail. They did an amazing job on my camaro, that I felt it only right to use them for our SUV. My last interactions with Greg (the owner) and his team were nothing short of amazing. He is a personably guy. I reached out to them asking for an interior and exterior detail on my 2023 Mazda CX50. After some back and forth on the services, I ended up changing my service to a "basic" ceramic coating (which includes an exterior detail to prep it) and full interior detail. The price was amazing. Greg takes care of his customers. I wont mention it here as pricing can always change. As a reminder to anyone reading this -- its always a nice gesture to tip them, though, not required. Greg was able to take my car pretty quickly. I made the appointment for a drop off on Saturday. For those of you that don't know, ceramic coatings require a curing time, and therefore, I needed to leave my vehicle overnight. The garage is secure and under surveillance. It is easily accessible in the downtown area. I came back the next morning to pickup my car. It looked stellar! The lighting really makes the cars pop too. The exterior looked brand new (minus water spots that apparently weren't able to be removed from the 3m decals). The interior also looked great. I had some minor pet fur still embedded, but nothing to harp about. I noticed that the trunk space wasn't addressed though. No biggie. Now the reason for my decrease in rating: I want to start off by reiterating that Greg and his team are excellent dudes to work with. They are friendly, fast, and do good work. My Mazda, this time around, just isn't what I expected from them. I haven't been able to get back for the car wash because the weather has been awful -- so its been a little bit of time since the coating. There are some spots where the ceramic is noticeable. Particularly under the side mirrors, you can see the coating is still there and streaked on. The new formula that they used on this "basic" coating, definitely shows a difference. Maybe this coating only included one pass over, i'm not sure, but the beading effect just isn't there. Dirt and grime still clings to the car and it doesn't wash off with water. The roof doesnt appear to have been coated, but I could be wrong. The wheels were not coated. I am unsure if the glass was coated. The trim appears to have been coated but not wiped off properly. Anyway, do I recommend them? Absolutely. I still think they do good work at a great price. However, I would strongly encourage you to ask about their options for ceramic coating and not get a lesser package. Mahalo Premiere

Professional Auto Stereo

4.7

(163 reviews)

Great service! Fast installation! The owner was very friendly, talked me through any questions I…read morehad and even honored his original estimate when an extra part was needed that he didn't consider at first. I had an android head unit replaced with a shiny new Alpine unit, and I couldn't be happier with the entire experience. I will be back next month for new speakers! I went to 4 places before this and was happy I shopped around. My truck is boomin' now!

Excellent shop!! I have a unique vehicle and had heard that changing the radio while keeping all…read morethe rest of the original equipment was not possible, Sam and his team made it look easy and everything worked on the first try. The price was what I expected and did not change from original quote.

Nu Image Car Audio

4.9

(75 reviews)

Awesome experience! I dropped by to see if they did dash cam installs and was told yes, hoping to…read moremake an appointment within the next week. Not only did they do installs, but they could squeeze me in after the next car. The job was professional, done in a timely manner, and at half the price of other quotes I have received. All in all, I am extremely happy with their work and would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for quality installation of services at a fair price! If I need any more service done, I won't be going anywhere else!

Good communication and always replies quickly. Had my alarm, back up camera and apple car play…read moreinstalled here and I will be coming back!

Elite Car Stereo

3.8

(104 reviews)

Gave me a discount and had better prices then the websites I looked at also the had exactly what I…read morewas looking for.

I wish I could give this place NEGATIVE STARS!!…read more I bought two $600 Rockford T1S1-12 subs here two months ago. When a crack appeared on the foam surround, I brought it back expecting help with a warranty claim. Before even looking at the sub, the owner muhammad, immediately dismissed me, claiming it must have been "hitting something." I explained there was more than enough clearance and invited him to take a look for himself. He walked outside, glanced at it for barely 5 seconds, and said, "Yeah, sorry, nothing we can do. Rockford has a different warranty than brands like Kicker. You could buy a new one though." Guess what? I reached out directly to Rockford Fosgate myself. Within 24 hours, Rockford inspected photos of the sub and fully approved the warranty replacement. Elite Audio couldn't even be bothered to do basic homework for a customer who already spent $1200 in their shop. They aren't interested in helping you after you walk out the door--just in selling you another unit. Take your money to a shop that actually backs what they sell, AVOID THIS PLACE AT ALL COSTS!

Pure Sounds

5.0

(16 reviews)

Very good service and came within the price quoted. Dawson was very friendly and took care of…read moreinstalling a rear camera and a double din stereo. I will definitely come here again once the need arises.

Quality work done for my car stereo. Very professional. Owner answered all my questions and helped…read moreme put in my subwoofer even though the box didn't fit well

Island Sound

5.0

(1 review)

Yes, I highly recommend! I do not give out five stars often but this place is so up my alley and I…read morewould rather go there than any other club in town. They have a perfect cocktail menu and the food is truly good. The staff made us feel very at home. We came to see Makana and had a wonderful time. This is an experience you cannot get anywhere else! Please don't change. We will be back very soon and cannot wait to bring family. Mahalo nui loa.

Goodyear Auto Service

3.1

(177 reviews)

The employees at this kailua location are very courteous, professional, and always helpful…read more Lisa did my safety check , and was thorough, courteous, and professional, making my time there enjoyable.

It's been a couple of years since I've brought my cars here, since I've been doing my own repairs…read moreand maintenance, but a safety check is something I can't do on my own. They're usually pretty accommodating, but when I drove in for my a few weeks ago for my online appt, they told me that it would take about 3 hours before they could get to it. Since I couldn't wait that long, I scheduled another appt, for today (20 days later), at 2pm, and they said they could get to it right away and be done in an hour. The actual service here is okay (not great), but they're fairly proficient in expediting the service, once they get to it. One thing that shocked me, was how much the showroom degraded. It used to be a rather clean and convenient place to relax in the past (for a tire service shop). I can't believe they let the floors get this bad. They were covered with dirty scuff marks, and they removed the little coffee table, and the TV wasn't working. Just from a business standpoint, as a customer, when I see how dirty the sales showroom is, it makes me wonder how much care they put into their actual repair service. I'm glad I'm just here for a safety check.

MD Tint & Detail

4.0

(36 reviews)

Friendly and professional! Easy access and close to other businesses in Kailua town! Job required…read morewas fast . Business owners were prompt and very timely. Worth the effort and close to home too!

I have a 2008 Mercedes E350 original Black paint with black leather interior pretty much dull…read moreinside and out. He tinted the windows a while ago and I was very impressed with the professional attitude and customer service. Mike said bring it in, I didn't even ask what he does or what's included, the price seemed right and I wash and wax my own cars over the last 30 years, I thought I know how to detail a car. So I take my car in the morning, tell him I want it detailed. I figured I know what to expect, but when I come back in the afternoon the car is next level shiney and new. I was looking around to see if there is another car like mine in the shop because this was not the same car. He does so much more than expected, all the little things that I assumed can't be included because not enough time he some how gets it done. Chips and scratches that I assumed were perminant were gone and the paint was flawless. The interior which I thought was in good shape is now spectacular I thought faded was a natural color and is beyond repair but it now looks new again. The dash is now a deep rich color and the doors are slick but not greasy. My car went from nothing special to I love my car again and want to keep it. It feels good to drive around in and even my friends can't believe it's the same car. Don't know how he does it but so much attention to detail and he didn't miss a thing. Very impressive, I'll be back with my work truck to test his magic. All around excellent and didn't miss a thing. I'll be happy to take pictures and repost this. It's night time and raining right now. I want it sunny and bright to show it off. Thanks Mike !

Nikola's Auto Center

5.0

(11 reviews)

Awesome Service! They went above and beyond to help me. Highly recommended especially if you own a…read moreforeign car on the island. 5+ stars!

Fantastic work! Friendly, cares about cars, communicates well, and does a good job. Changed front…read morestruts for me, resealed oil pan, then painted the hood AND polished headlights! All in one visit and all for a great price. Car looks great again.

808 Autocare

5.0

(1 review)

Fast, reliable, friendly, priced right! I needed my car fan to start working again (a/c wouldn't…read moreturn on) and Nate was able to work on my car within 48 hours and was able to finish I less time then was quoted! I feel the pricing for the work was very reasonable and I would highly recommend and I'll be back if my car needs work in the future!

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Noel R.

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2

0

7 years ago

So I went in to get and amp and sub installed. I probably could have done it myself, but I just didn't want to deal with it. Picked up the car and the amp wasn't working correctly. (My bad, I should have checked it before I left). Called them up. They said no problem, we will get it to work bring it back. (It was a power issue with the wiring) While I was waiting, I was talking to the owner about a possibly upgrading the head unit and he was like we have the kit in stock, would take about an hour to install. Mind you this is 5:00pm and they close at 6:00pm. I knew matching a head unit to my car was going to be a pain in the ass, but I really hated the stock sound system. (Love the car!! Hate the sound system.) I was like #$^% it let's do this! These guys busted their ass to install the system which was a pain in the ass, because they had to flash it three times to get it to work with all the steering controls. They finished at 7:00pm! An hour past closing. I felt really bad and the owner was like no worries. New head unit sounds amazing, amp works now with the unit, and I am very happy! I can't say enough about these guys. If you are on the fence, get off, get it done. They will not disappoint. I would highly recommend them and will be directing as much business as possible to them. read more

Arnie W.

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2

0

6 years ago

ATA and his team are knowledgeable and very personable. I thought I needed to upgrade the system that came in the truck I recently bought. Ata said I didn't need that and helped me download a users manual. That saved me a lot of money. The work he did to enable the steering wheel-mounted controls has simplified my use of the audio system, well worth the cost. Plus they did the work quickly while I waited. I heartily recommend Car Audio & Security Specialists. read more

Coby M.

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5

0

13 years ago

I was having issues with a radio that i purchased online and tried to install myself. I went in thinking that i would be charged an arm and a leg to get it done right. The Owner was able to correctly install my stereo and didn't charge a whole lot. I ended up getting some new speakers and an amp. i will be returning there soon to buy a subwoofer. thanks a lot read more

Joe K.

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2

5

3 months ago

Hey so, they have nice quality stuff ranging from subs to kits. Light bulbs and cool things for your car like parking sensors and really cool keys. They do a bunch of stuff besides audio. Great people. Fast and really good. I'm about to get a push on key to start thing. N alittle twist for my car security Love this place read more

Cameron I.

118

2

1

8 years ago

Had a great experience coming in, not knowing much. Aunty Carrie was great to help me and got me hooked up to what I was looking for. Got a great deal picking up a 12' and amp , same day installation included! Would highly recommend this place read more

Colin H.

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2

0

4 months ago

The staff is really helpful. They take the time to make sure the customer is satisfied. If not they do everything possible to make you there #1 priority. I really loved there service. Of you need a stereo or speakers there the best to go to. read more

Carrie F.

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1

0

13 years ago

I've been dealing with this business for almost 10years and never had any complaint. They been very helpful and reasonable. I would recommend anybody to this shop. The customer service is great and the quality of work is outstanding. read more

Chris S.

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1

0

8 years ago

If i could give more than five stars i would. Customer service is outstanding. Ata and his crew is awesome. Price is always right when i go there. Cant find anyone better then them. GREAT JOB EVERYONE. Great job on my camry read more

TotallyMatureGaming A.

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3

0

8 years ago

Awesome service and helped me every step of the way! Carrie was the person who helped me out and she was extremely helpful and helped me to find the best possible option for my car dash! Thanks so much guys!!! read more

Dolan H.

43

1

0

8 years ago

Great customer service, they help you choose the best sound quality for your car. Also they quick with scheduling and quick with the installation. Would definitely come back here again. read more

Dane K.

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1

0

8 years ago

Fastest installers on the island. Very helpful people and they get the job done quick and with quality. Would highly recommend going here if you want quality done quickly. read more

Alex V.

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1

0

7 years ago

Super helpful, good deals. Walked in and walked out same day. Very reasonable prices and lots of options to work within your range

Ata A.

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1

38

12 years ago

I think all people who comes to our shop and do business with us and give us the sport. Thank God for every thing he gave us

Kevin M.

74

1

0

8 years ago

Great place and great service to get audio done very reasonable on time and has special dash kits in stock.

Charles A.

40

3

0

8 years ago

Aloha fast friendly and affordable.. see Arthur aloha

Honestly C.

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33

8

13 years ago

Very nice and helpful.

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