great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! outstanding service. I'd go back anytime. Have my…read morevehicle done just filling the spaces because I have to, but the surface was great artesian rocks

They are so nice and helpful! I went there with a nail in my tire and a slow leak. Because the nail…read morewas so close to the edge, they immediately said the tire had to be replaced. They said they could only put the spare tire on because they didn't have a new tire to match my car. I thanked the nice man and told him I'd try to go someplace that stocked tires and he then put air in that tire so it wouldn't be so flat. I will totally return to this place the next time I need service!

If you want to pay mechanics to change your oil, go for it. I don't recommend this location for car…read morerepair. I paid a big price for this review by taking my truck to Punahou Auto Service. Lesson learned. I ultimately had to fix the truck myself. While most mechanics can hear, most mechanics can't listen. Communication is a major issue here. No contact with me before they replaced new, original manufacturer parts I had installed but charging me big for trial-and-error part swaps (SEE PHOTOS). I'll give the short story first before I get into details. IN SHORT: I took the truck in with a check engine light recording a P0305 (sometimes P0300) engine misfire. The truck was at Punahou shop for 5 weeks (plus two days). Nothing was fixed at a cost of nearly $1,700. The shop was tired of dealing with it and resorted to the "engine needs a rebuild," which was a diversion from their inability to find and fix the real malfunction. With truck returned, I bought test kits and reviewed the engine symptoms. I replaced the crankshaft position sensor, which stopped the engine misfire and the check engine light. I also replaced the fuel pressure regulator to fix very low fuel pressure at the fuel rails. Now, the engine starts at first turn of the key, accelerates without stutter/hesitation and has restored engine power under load to factory standard. THE DETAILS: I took the truck to Punahou Auto Service on March 6 with a misfire issue. I told them I had replaced everything from the distributor cap to the spark plugs and fuel injectors. They said an engine diagnostic starts at $650. I said no thanks at that price and asked them to remove the engine head unit and have it rebuilt (the truck has 160K miles). We had a verbal agreement, so I spent the next days believing this work was underway. The next Friday, they called and said the truck was fixed. By the time I arrived, they told me oops, the check engine light came back on and there was still the engine misfire. Before I left, I reminded them that they were tasked to remove the head and have it rebuilt (not do as they please). I was told nothing about cost at this point. Two more weeks passed, so I called to check the status of the head rebuild. They told me over the phone that they were sorry, but the past two weeks a Ford Ranger pickup was occupying the mechanic who had worked on my truck. I was upset that my truck sat for two weeks after they worked on it the previous week, but I remained calm and polite. I came into the shop the next morning to take my truck out of their shop in as-is condition, but they told me I owed them $1,100 and wherever I take the truck next the same fees for diagnostics will be charged again. Nothing was fixed and they had no clue what was causing the misfire, but said they think they are close to finding the problem. They talked me into keeping the truck in their shop. I was told the expense was currently at $1,100 so I no longer wanted the engine head rebuilt (they said it doesn't need it). Week four, they called on Good Friday before Easter to say they can't fix the truck so come get it. I arrived and paid the bill, which had increased to $1,659.55. None of the parts replaced were told to me in advance. I had recently installed those parts. After I paid the bill, the shop owner said the truck's engine is shot and the computer has the truck in 'limp mode', so I need to drive it at a top speed of 5-10 miles per hour or have the truck towed. Again, I was upset but remained calm and polite. I asked how did I pay so much money to receive my truck in this condition after I could drive the truck at 70 mph before I brought it to them? The shop owner agreed to keep the truck to get it out of 'limp mode'. I called the following Tuesday, but still not ready. This was week five. I finally received the truck in mid-April. The owner walked with me and I started it up. It didn't want to start and when it did, it was sputtering. I was frustrated and told him the truck always started fine on the first key turn. His replied that I need a new engine. I drove the truck home with the check engine light on and the misfire. Immediately, I bought test kits. I tested compression - all good. I replaced the crankshaft position sensor and the misfire stopped (check engine light also deactivated). I still had the hard-to-start/crank engine issue, so I tested the fuel pressure. I removed the fuel pressure regulator, which had an obvious dent in it. The valve inside seemed to be jammed open, preventing fuel pressure. I suspect the mechanic dented it because fuel pressure was fine before. Also, the wires to the Idle Control Valve were so taunt around the lower intake plenum that one was pulled out of the control valve. I had to replace both damaged parts. Now, the truck fires up on the first key turn and the engine runs without a sputter or hesitation on the accelerator. The engine power is back to factory standard with no misfire or check engine light.

Came in for safety check, 6 month maintenance service and a new key fob made ... Won and the crew…read moreare the VERY BEST here !!! They care about their customers and it shows ! Thank you Won & all the crew at PAR

Friendly, honest, local, efficient and great service, been in business for many years. Scott does…read more all my families cars n trucks and safety checks. He has gone out if his way to help us with any auto issues and we feel like he's part of our family. Mahalo Tenneys

If you're looking for a mechanic you can trust, go see Scott you won't regret it…read more I've been bringing my Jeep to Scott for a while now, and he's hands down the best mechanic I've worked with. He's honest, skilled, and always takes the time to explain things so I know exactly what's going on. No pressure, no surprises just good, honest work every time. Scott truly cares about his customers, and it shows in the way he treats people and their vehicles. He's the kind of person who stands behind his work and makes sure everything is done right. That kind of reliability and integrity is hard to find these days. If your car needs service whether it's something big or small I highly recommend going to Scott's shop. He's earned my trust, and I know he'll take great care of your vehicle too.

I haven't had my car serviced in a while, so thought I would take it somewhere that could do some…read morediagnostics on my 6-year-old car. My sister had recommended Kapahulu Auto as she has used them before, and was very pleased. After a few hours, they had texted they were done and I could pick up my car. I got there to find out the did all of the fluid checks, oil change...the usuals all very reasonably priced. It was such a pleasure to have such good service that doesn't try to upsell you on everything, especially being a woman customer. That is something I really appreciated and wholeheartedly recommend Kapahulu Auto for your car needs. And one clue when you are there: that place is busy, so you know that many people must know about the quality and service they offer there. Thank you so much, Kapahulu Auto....I will be back!!

This well respected establishment of Kapahulu earned their excellent reputation through quality…read morework and honest service. Top notch crew with fast comprehensive service. They saved me loads of money by catching problems before they became expensive. Mahalo to the Kapahulu Auto Team

This family owned business is a hidden gem when it comes to safety checks…read more Located in Pauoa. Very friendly and professional. Inspection took about 20 minutes and the owner turned my car around so I didn't have to back into traffic to leave. Will definitely be back next summer!

Well. I saw a response on my last review. Was being nice, but here's the truth. Tried to see him 3…read moretimes. First 2 turned away cuz he just didnt want to do it. 1st was a repair on a tie rod jeep wrangler. 2nd was a sway bar link, brought in the link itself and he said nah go somewher else. 3rd time we dropped of wife's car after issue. She came there told u not to move it cuz brake caliper was breaking rim. You ignored her tried to drive it and broke the differential. You literally ignored her.

Charles and the crew are amazing. I've been taking my truck there for safety checks five years now…read more A couple years back I talked to Charles about the repair shop. I knew that once my truck was no longer under warranty I'd want to find a good mechanic. Fast forward a couple years later and I heard some squeaking when coming to a stop. Took it into McCully Auto and they assessed and repaired my brakes in just a few hours. Charles explained everything I needed to know. Great repair. Great service. Very fair price. Thanks McCully Auto Repair and thanks Charles.

McCully Auto has been a blessing to the community, serving locals with honest automotive…read moremaintenance and repairs for decades. Since my last review over five years ago, Uncle James has helped me with an AC leak diagnosis, engine and transmission mount replacements, front and rear brake pads and rotors, a tune-up when my car was bogging, an alternator replacement, radiator replacement (because I cracked it trying to do the alternator myself), and now a transmission filter replacement. Pretty much every major maintenance or repair on my car has been done here, unless it was something I handled myself at home (the only exception being my CV axles that I saw Uncle Alan for at Kaimuki Auto). I'm incredibly thankful for Uncle James and the team for consistently delivering quality work at genuinely fair prices. I recently spent months doing drain-and-fills on my transmission fluid due to slippage driving uphill and hesitation between gears after cold starts. By the third drain, it became obvious the fluid wasn't improving at all. There's a common myth that transmission fluid lasts the "lifetime" of the car, but the reality is, it often doesn't. Just like ignoring oil changes, neglecting transmission fluid can eventually lead to serious (and expensive) repairs. In many cases, transmission work can cost even more than engine repairs. So here I am, trying to address the issue the best way I can. I won't lie, part of me hates that my car is now at the stage where issues pop up once or twice a year. Financially, though, buying a new car just isn't in the cards right now. Uncle James makes it possible for me to keep my car running safely and affordably while I work toward that next step, and I'm sure many others in the community feel the same way. McCully Auto remains my #1 choice for automotive maintenance and repairs. I've never had a bad experience, and I'm deeply grateful for the generosity, honesty, and wisdom Uncle James continues to share. I don't know what I would do without him, honestly.

Thank you Guy and Lia... great job taking care of my starter and battery in short same day notice...read more

If you are looking for affordable BMW repair DO NOT skip this place!! The owner is so kind and so…read morehonest, two other shops quoted me more than half the price he gave me, one other also lied about what the problem was and wanted 3k for something that wasn't even the issue (not to mention they took two weeks to take it in and diagnose the issue..) This guy fixed my electrical problem in less than two days! Not only that but he helped me with my expansion tank! I've been to almost every BMW specialty mechanic in Honolulu and this place is by far the best. I am a female college student and most places try to take advantage of my terrible decision of buying a N54 bmw, but this guy is so helpful! if you are a young woman like me and feel like everywhere tries to scam you with any European vehicle take your car here you will not regret it!! I now know where i'll go for any other problems (which i know there will be just hopefully not soon LOL). i never leave reviews, this might actually be my first one but i am so grateful to be back on the road again i had to.

The owner is one of the BEST mechanics on the island. Some may say that he is cranky at times and…read moreyou would be too if you had to put up with some of the customers that think they are auto experts but in reality don't know right from left. I would gladly tolerate a little grumpiness and have my vehicle fixed right the first time than take it to a shop of friendly employees over and over again because the people working there that lack level of expertise at C&S A little grumpiness is temporary but a bad repair job last forever. It is easy to find a cheaper and cleaner repair shop but the owner at C&S knows what and where every thing is. Where else are you going to find a auto repair shop where the owner actually does the repair and not someone who lacks the proper level of experience. C&S is a rare GEM.

So there I was at Lanikai Juice in Kahala and when I turn my car on I see the battery light and the…read morebrake light go on. I think, "uh oh, something huge is going to happen soon." But my car is still going so I think maybe this big thing will happen....oh, I don't know...maybe next week sometime? I get on the freeway and exit on the Wilder cutoff. But the time I'm in front of Punahou School my car is dead. Like all the way dead. I suspect it's my alternator, but I think, "Hasn't it only been a couple of years?" Well, I look it up and in fact it has been almost exactly 3 years. I look up how long an alternator is supposed to last and it says 80k - 150k miles. Hm. I calculate in my head and realize my average rate of driving is about 25k miles, so I've probably driven about 75k miles or more in the time since I last replaced my alternator. So sad. I call my regular mechanic and they are not open because it's like 700 pm on a Friday night. Sigh. I call my dad and he says I should try calling Mr Wong at C & S Auto. I leave a message and Mr Wong calls me back and tells me to bring the car in on Saturday as early as possible; he'll be there from 700 am, and the shop closes early (I think that meant 200 pm). In the morning I call AAA and they tow my car. Tiffany comes out to meet me and tell the tow truck driver where to put the car. I talk with Mr Wong and Tiffany and tell them what I think and what happened. They hook up my car and away we go. By 100 pm my car is done. On SATURDAY! I don't have to rent a car to get to work, either. It cost about $550 and they replaced my alternator and belt. Bomb! They don't seem to have a waiting room or anything but it's definitely within walking distance to Ward and all that has to offer. It's a smallish shop but these guys definitely seem to know what they're doing and they're so nice! Can't beat that! We usually go to a mechanic in Waipahu that we really like but having a mechanic near my house and is open on Saturdays is awesome. And the customer service was fab! So if you're looking for a mechanic in the town area who is reasonable and trustworthy, check out Mr Wong over at C & S Auto. They're conveniently located just off Ward on Ilaniwai, and you're bound to have a favorable experience too!