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Reviewed by Hotchocolate () on 11-Feb-2010
- My first time at the Parkway Parade outlet after passing by so many times. Immediately, the manager tried to sell me the $1680 card, and after I refused the $400 each time package. Then the $235 each ...Read more
Reviewed by Potenza () on 25-Jan-2010
- Went to Ubi to rotate tyres, technician there check my rear shock absorbers & said that its leaking, he gave me quote of about $600 to replace rear shock absorber. I told him don't need as my car ...Read more
Reviewed by Danyek () on 24-Jan-2010
- Went there to shop for tyres and rims and when i step into the shop, all the sales staff make you feel you are transparent, never approach and ask if I need help etc. After browsing, I ask one questio...Read more
Reviewed by InitZ () on 10-Jan-2010
- Was there yesterday and frankly this is not the service I'm expecting . A mechanic saw me walking in and ignored me to continue whatever he was doing. I was left standing there for 5 mins after which ...Read more
Reviewed by Moonwalker84 () on 20-Dec-2009
- My new car came with sound clad. Wonder if it is causing the burning rubber smell whenever i come out from the car. Sound clad not really effective in reducing the road noise from tyres.Read more
Reviewed by Vistaresidences () on 10-Dec-2009
- Bad experience due to staffs with bad attitude. They do not even bother to explain what are the maintenance services they will be doing for your car. Feel that they do not have time to listen to your ...Read more
Reviewed by Goldenglory () on 04-Dec-2009
- They do hv plenty of good rims shown and able quote your with a very good price. However highly questionable integrity and business practice. My bad experience with them.. Good LuckRead more
Reviewed by Niz () on 02-Dec-2009
- Got to know of this workshop from a friend. Did some repair work for my front-left side panel(Fender) of the car due to an accident. So they suggested to change and spray it. My car make is Mitsubshi ...Read more
Reviewed by Adrainlim () on 01-Dec-2009
- Super Disgusted by the owner Jeffery. The 1st time u see him and agree to let him service your car you k rest ensured u get the number 1 service from him.. After when he gain your trust, prices starte...Read more
Reviewed by Hungee () on 22-Sep-2009
- Just went to check after reading the one & only one feedback. They don't do half. They specialize in restoration of vintage cars, which means price is on higher side. If you are looking for just a...Read more
Reviewed by Juggernaut87 () on 30-Jul-2009
- I hvae booked the car from them in advance for 1 month. after booking merchant did not get back to me whether was booking fee trasnfered. I tried calling them for more than 5 times to get details , wh...Read more
Reviewed by Nigellim () on 24-Jul-2009
- I have bought STW1000 alarm system from them but it is not so good as it claim to be, especialy the shock sensor. The alarm will only sound when my driver side door got the impact and no other place. ...Read more
Reviewed by Fruitsdemer () on 19-Jul-2009
- Personally, I feel that it is a lousy shop. There are so many cases of engine piang, with oil leak here and there. I can sense that the mechanics have limited knowlesge, but just try to smoke their wa...Read more
Reviewed by SGCMmartini () on 11-Jun-2009
- Rented from them but their customer service is the worst i ever encountered before. Sms them for prices, no reply. Call them for prices, they speak impatiently and rude. Hard to contact them, have to ...Read more
Reviewed by Fabien () on 09-Jun-2009
- Absolutely terrible! I contacted them over the phone to rent a small lorry so i could move house and they simply advised me to contact someone else. After i specified it was for private use and that i...Read more
Reviewed by Lenoeye () on 06-May-2009
- ask autobac at ubi to check why passenger door cannot unlock and they didn't even bother to check and just tell me to change the entire mechanism that cost almost 500, i brought the car back to the sh...Read more
Reviewed by Huzaimi () on 04-May-2009
- Got my alternator changed last year but half-way it went loose and engine couldn't idle properly. Return back to get it fixed back. Not even a word of apology from the mechanic who did the job.Read more
Reviewed by Esfhh () on 15-Apr-2009
- wanted to change my tires, even though they claim to have given me discount, the price is still 30% more expensive than some tire shop i checked. Car owners beware, and avoid this company.Read more
Reviewed by Hondata () on 10-Apr-2009
- Went there on 7th april . Total waste of time and petrol to visit the junk yard. no proper settings to the shopand No service at all.Read more
Reviewed by SGCMcarfreak () on 07-Apr-2009
- No service at all from the staffs there. I seem invisible to them. Its more like a garang guni warehouse than a place to really buy stuffs. Old rims and worn tyres all over the place. Even if you are ...Read more
Reviewed by Liverpool4180 () on 26-Mar-2009
- did my sound system there at ubi branch. All i can say is that i dun tink they know what they are doing. Cos i tink is spend 1.4k there and not much improvement. money not well spend at allRead more
Reviewed by Francis118 () on 02-Mar-2009
- Wanted to install strut bar for my car. The price is still very expensive even after they claim they are giving me special price. Went to check at other shop around Sin Ming. The price is 40+ percent ...Read more
Reviewed by Potato () on 16-Feb-2009
- rented from them but service wasn't good at all..no easy easy to contact and collection/ return of vehicle not convenient ...car no clean, brake loose and steering not good too...Read more
Reviewed by Kittipunl () on 09-Feb-2009
- Got an unpleasant experience at this shop. On Wed 4th Feb, 2009 went to change 18" rims & paid $1480 for RM3271 rims + tyres inclusive of trading in my stock rim. Was found out later i was given very ...Read more
Reviewed by Spunk107 () on 18-Dec-2008
- Went to the branch at TohTuck, wanted to purchase a sub-woofer and Ams. Was promised alot of things...blah blah,,, in the end after fixing, the sound system is worst than before... Somemore, anyhow in...Read more
Reviewed by St225 () on 13-Dec-2008
- An excellent example of a Venus Fly Trap. Was charged $10 for a simple tire patching on 1tire that usually cost between $6 to $8 depending on location. Avoid if possible!!!Read more
Reviewed by Raver () on 07-Dec-2008
- Was disappointed.. V-tech auto charge me less than half the amount Lye Design quoted me for repair/respray for small dent at rear bumper.Read more
Reviewed by Superfox () on 16-Nov-2008
- This shop only for high end car like Evo ,Rex GTR if u r driving a Hyundai,Kia or some family sedan pls dun go there and waste timeRead more
Reviewed by Darrentay78 () on 31-Oct-2008
- even though i can't deny that there are a lot of car accessories there,but the price is REALLY steep! also the staff customer service sucks to the max! you can really get things cheaper and better ser...Read more
Reviewed by Joesonang () on 15-Oct-2008
- Autobacs. Forgot to place back engine oil cap after oil change. Resulted oil spilled half way through! No sign of apology! Unfriendly attitude from mechs, counter staffs and manager! Please avoid this...Read more
Reviewed by Joesonang () on 15-Oct-2008
- Was there looking for a muffler! The sales guy don even want to look at me when answering enquiries. They only serves evo and rex!Read more
Reviewed by Joesonang () on 15-Oct-2008
- Price very expensive!!! job done by bangala worker!!! Overcharged!!!Read more
Reviewed by Irazaki () on 03-Oct-2008
- the latest recent comments about autobac services is totally unconvincing at all. if autobacs management/ bosses were to see this, they should really take into consideration REVAMPING their counter an...Read more
Reviewed by Lexus () on 25-Sep-2008
- The paint protection thing looks alright. But what a terrible way to do business. Yong tried to sell me a 1k plus package on the spot even though i have been recommended by a friend to go there! Attit...Read more
Reviewed by Wowwow () on 20-Aug-2008
- I had same experience with this workshop. I bang into a car in jb, that happen to be the staff of this workshop. He say not to worry, his boss has a workshop in Singapore and they know what to do. The...Read more
Reviewed by Lootster () on 12-Jul-2008
- Make my decision to go there after seeing their ratings but sad to say it don't live up to the reputation. Workmanship is poor as they respray part of my car to cover a dent but a mark is still after ...Read more
Reviewed by Puayheng () on 21-Jun-2008
- I was at AutoBacs a few years ago at the Paya Lebar branch. It was the MOST horrendous experience I ever been through. I was there to change my car audio system. They sent 4 guys to rip open my car an...Read more
Reviewed by Samsung77 () on 11-Jun-2008
- I just finished my servicing. Not satified with the services they provided. There was no explanation of the work done. All they provided is a piece of paper printed from PC, in a standard format. Poor...Read more
Reviewed by Youngyy () on 08-Jun-2008
- Heard of Autobacs. decided to take a look for accessories. There are car parks right in front of the store. I saw a vacant lot with a stand for handicap sign, so I parked but got chased off - I can't ...Read more
Reviewed by Divespyder () on 08-Apr-2008
- Beware of misrepresentation for PPS package. Yong the owner who is at Jalan Tua Kong main office said its transferable but refused to honour this later. His attitude can change from cheerful smiling t...Read more
Reviewed by Meguiar () on 21-Feb-2008
- Lousy services..Will not go there again. Not profesional. A lot of minus scratch and Swirl occur after their service. Now recover back on my own using 'meguiars' product. My workmanship its better tha...Read more
Reviewed by Mackie9 () on 14-Feb-2008
- Have been a customer with Autobac since 2006 and had spent quite a considerable amount with them like gadgets and accessories, shock absorber, suspension system, tyres, rims etc.... was impressed with...Read more
Reviewed by Swift01 () on 13-Feb-2008
- all they have only is nissan sunny i always call i want altis but end up i go there they give me is sunny and the car there are very dirtyRead more
Reviewed by ThUnDeRsTrIkE () on 30-Dec-2007
- Recently, I went over to do my neons & internal lightings with them. They used left over wire to connect it. Less than 2 months the wires brunt on the inside. Immediately I went over to my friend's ne...Read more
Reviewed by Darkblue () on 19-Dec-2007
- Expensive, mech lied to me and likes to act blur so that they do not have to rectify the faults for you. My car is less than a year. Highly not recommendedRead more
Reviewed by JohnO () on 10-Dec-2007
- Did my trunk spoiler there recently, was told to leave a deposit first while as they need to spray paint the spoiler and come for installation a week later. on the day of installation receive a call t...Read more
Reviewed by SGCMpistol () on 21-Nov-2007
- At 17 Nov Time 11:45 am , i went to autobacs to purchase car accessories but in the end the staff there, treat customer with very bad attitude .Further more i was shocked because the price he told me ...Read more
Reviewed by Edward_mok76 () on 01-Nov-2007
- The place is indeed have wide range of accessories + gadgets, but to more of disappointment the Staff there are really those of the un-friendly sorts, u just seek them for assistants (help) they just ...Read more
Reviewed by Eerrtt () on 24-Oct-2007
- Best service, especially when their malaysian staff bang your car from the back at a very low traffic highway in Johor, then offered their best assistance to bring you to Johor Traffic police(can wait...Read more
Reviewed by Wakeboardprince () on 20-Sep-2007
- Staff are not helpful at all.. Went to pump aircon gas and was charged $35.. Was shocked when mechanics told me my compressor was spoilt and quoted me $1600 for servicing.. Was skeptical and thus did ...Read more
Reviewed by Vance12 () on 06-Aug-2007
- the boss is not keen in helping better not to go to the work shopRead more
Reviewed by SGCMMiracle () on 05-Jul-2007
- Ya ya. I agree with u! Lousy service! They think they are good but their workmanship and service really bad. They were known as Auto Clean previously, ai ya, encounter many problems with them.Read more
Reviewed by Superboi () on 18-May-2007
- Their clerk's attitude is really bad. Tried to act smart and ask about problems with my engine when she actually know less things than me.Read more
Reviewed by Diubert () on 09-May-2007
- Rented a car from them for a month over the new year in 2007. Will never rent from them again. Poor Service, takes one month extra deposit, and ended up giving me a really old car. Initially gave a 8-...Read more
Reviewed by Superboi () on 24-Apr-2007
- I have tried their product before, was given a special price for tuffkote together with tufficool. In fact, is unlikely that any cars would rust unless the car is very old.. And for the solar film, my...Read more
Reviewed by Superboi () on 20-Apr-2007
- A car battery that i changed with them caused me $100! Just because my car is stuck in the carpark and they think they can overcharge me.Read more
Reviewed by Snookium () on 12-Apr-2007
- Most of the staff there are good except Boss Mary attitude is bad. Sales quote most of the time are on high side. Service from them is poor too. Alot of bad rumour from them too.Read more
Reviewed by Superboi () on 03-Apr-2007
- Bad experience. Charge me so expensive, somemore the sound quality so-so only.Read more
Reviewed by SGCMhighwaycode () on 02-Apr-2007
- Not recommended for timing belt change esp Elantra (M)l twin cam. Timing was off by two teeth and job need to be re-do at other workshop.Read more
Reviewed by yeotao () on 14-Sep-2025
Poor attitude and faulty service - Avoid at all cost as this centre has gotten complacent.Went to service for brake issues but reception tried to sell a package.
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Reviewed by MT1972 () on 14-Jan-2025
Unexplanable parts replacements - Sent my G30 for servicing and replace of engine mounts. After 3 days, car was not ready. Called Workshop owner and he say my car ECU unable to communicate with engine check light, when i sent in my ca...Read more
Reviewed by VEVOSTUDIO GROWTOPIA () on 12-Nov-2023
Not worth - highly not recommended. Mechanic seems untrained. Did servicing, all they did was change oil and did not do a proper check. Not worth and not truth-worthy.- Read moreReviewed by Josephkhooyj () on 10-Jul-2021
Worst dealer warranty and servicing experience at ... - Took my Qashqai for car service in 2020, one of the lamp was blown out and I was aware of it. When I collected my car, the quality checklist indicated that they have checked all the lighting of the ca...Read more
Reviewed by raphaelseow () on 03-Dec-2020
Watch out! - I purchased a steering wheel for my car. They are very unprofessional and incompetent when it came to a simple installation of steering wheel. They couldn't get the installation and programming done s...Read more
Reviewed by D_orai () on 18-Aug-2019
Disappointing life of a light bulb - I was looking to change my incandescent turn signal light bulbs to LED ones so I chanced upon this shop while doing my tyre rotation at a nearby shop. I went into the office to enquire about the avail...Read more
Reviewed by Keefe () on 21-Apr-2018
I will never visit the shop again - I am just going to state the facts.I paid $160 to buy and install a pair of TS-G1620F speakers. My front factory speakers were broken.
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Reviewed by Nightsky74 () on 19-Dec-2017
Avoid - Been sending my car for servicing and repair quite awhile. Initially thought that it is due to wear and tear (what the boss said) but later found out that the frequent breakdowns (radiator leak, oil l...Read more
Reviewed by Gordonrussel () on 05-Oct-2017
INFERIOR QUALITY BUDGET FILM - MINIMAL HEAT REJECT... - Installed their Platinum 70 film (Flagship top of the line film) at Zen Cool on my Porsche about a month back.As mentioned by other reviewers, this is a very small OMO operation located at Tannery...
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Reviewed by giraffey99 () on 01-Oct-2017
Waste of Time, Full of Excuses - Whenever there is a fault, be prepared for loads of excuses and blame game by Tan Chong.Read more
Reviewed by jcz () on 19-Sep-2017
Poor service - After reading all the 6 positive reviews before me and seeing that it is a recommended star merchant, decided to gve it a try. Afterall, it cant be that bad right? Well guess im utterly wrong.Sent...
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Reviewed by tuatootan () on 11-Apr-2017
Blacked heart technician - About 2 weeks ago I sent my Axio to check the suspension system,The car was too bumpy because it was replaced by a very strong or rather too hard suspensions,
The technician happens to have 4 used...
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Reviewed by Steed () on 18-Mar-2017
Misleading - Walked in to enquire on some speakers advertised, particularly the Pioneer ones. However, the lady said the only cheapest speaker available inclusive of installation was the Alpine which was double th...Read more
Reviewed by Andrewonght () on 31-Oct-2016
Got ripped off. - Went over to Autotrend at Toa Payoh to check what was going on with the reverse sensor on my car. Asked the boss for a run through diagnostic of the reverse sensors and without even checking or going ...Read more
Reviewed by Kiatmobile () on 30-Aug-2016
Computerize Wheel Alignment(Balancing)-Don't Waste... - Search for a tire shop that does wheel balancing.Saw "Recommended Merchant" And called assume it was a well done job.
Told the speaker that my steering wheel align on left when car goes straight. S...
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Reviewed by sibehsuay () on 25-Aug-2016
Waste of time bochup workshop - Wasted my time going to this workshop thinking they're continental 'experts'.Job done is half past 6. Attitude is bochup with no attention to detail. A company that relies on its fixed regulars ot...
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Reviewed by Roykswoo () on 11-Aug-2016
Marine Parade Outlet - I had a very bad experience with this outlet. Initially, a guy salesman sold me a 5 times per year package. He promised that I can top up anytime before my I finished my package S$300 over to renew an...Read more
Reviewed by Whitevios () on 12-May-2016
Cheated - Yes taiwan rims. My ride is use 114.3 pcd.Eyeing on a rim, asked them can it fit? Yes.
Ok. After 3 days go for installation as i need to wait for my 19" Tyres.
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Reviewed by Genmes () on 20-Apr-2016
Long wait for repair to be completed - This is one of the authorized repair workshop for Aviva Insurance. Happens to be involved in a chain accident 2 days before Christmas in year 2015. Called up Aviva and was advised to drove the to Ah L...Read more
Reviewed by Raychay () on 31-Jan-2016
Expensive - Expensive compared to other shop. Salesman pushy to sell you stuff you don't need.Read more
Reviewed by LSY () on 08-Dec-2015
Unethical Business - I went to Express Motion (since they are nearby) to check on installing a in-car camera and at the same time change my car battery. While speaking to the staff on the in-car camera, the lady boss (Mar...Read more
Reviewed by Raychay () on 29-Nov-2015
Not so good anymore - Recently recommended a friend there cos his air con stopped blowing cold air after lunch at Ubi area a few months ago. Technician did not even check for leaks and said that his cooling coil was leakin...Read more
Reviewed by justdrive () on 04-Jul-2015
Nightmare After Sales Service - About a month ago, I had a cracked radiator which rendered necessary to be immediately looked at. Brought my car to Teng Meng Motor Services at the recommendation of a friend. I was advised that the w...Read more
Reviewed by SkuraiAsakura () on 23-May-2015
Purchase problem - To all:This shop in bedok ind which I have been there multiple times for repair however I just went there again as previously I change my car o2 sensor from him on 27/08/2014 last year and now my ...
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Reviewed by Kev () on 08-Apr-2015
Bad after sales service, rude attitude and ridicu... - Was motivated to sign up for the sgcarmart.com membership just to warn fellow drivers with regards to service and price rendered by staff from this shop. I previously changed my car's battery 2 months...Read more
Reviewed by javious () on 27-Feb-2015
Very dishonest service - Went there for car servicing after accident, did not align parts properly and lied about service charges, worst part was that they refused to produce an invoice and claim that additional payment has t...Read more
Reviewed by YodaWan () on 30-Dec-2014
Get second opinion from an honest person - My recent experiences with CK left me a huge hole in pocket. Can't remb exactly but in total arnd $10k.He says will call when stock (water pipe) arrives but never. Luckily he didn't caz I found out ...
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Reviewed by Neutoris () on 05-Nov-2014
Worst Workshop Ever - This is one workshop I will never recommend. Service attitude is bad, place is sleazy and it isn't a place that makes you feel safe to repair your car. Alan is the worst prick of all, over-charging an...Read more
Reviewed by 17mmm () on 17-Jul-2014
Unprofessional skill - do servicing for japanese car still ok.europe car still long way to go n the worker sit on ur car din put any cover to cover ur seat.Read more
Reviewed by Protos1210 () on 16-Apr-2014
Lousy servicing skills and customer service - Recently I fail my inspection due to misalignment. As I know the issue was most likely due to my front wheel bearing and shock absorber (told by previous servicing in malaysia), I have decided to purc...Read more
Reviewed by Raychay () on 15-Apr-2014
Doubious - Friend went there to fix HID in his headlights as they were not bright enough. The boss took a look and said it was already HID. He took a look at his fog lights and suggested fixing HID in his fog li...Read more
Reviewed by Ken100 () on 29-Sep-2013
Incompetent & irresponsible or what? - Changed my rim there recently... all went well until the first rim with tyre was mounted. Bad news that the rim couldn't clear the stock brake caliper. Problem resolved when I reluctantly agreed to in...Read more
Reviewed by RegalPanache () on 27-Sep-2013
Give up - Been using them for 15 years. Each time package end Yong will be very desperate to sell you. Though the quality of the job is bad, I will always renew based on old friendship. Sorry will not ever sign...Read more
Reviewed by Zonesopel () on 03-Jun-2013
lousy and rude service attitude - Repair skill is fair as compare with many other continental car work shops in Ang Mo Kio area. My car problem was not fixed after changed a few parts. Even they didn't fix my car and all parts have be...Read more
Reviewed by Shell () on 20-Mar-2013
Irresponsible operator - I post this review to alert fellow car owners what to expect from Groomwork's owner Yong. I sent in my car for grooming and as usual Yong will upsell,hardsell and I paid almost 0.5 K for a so called s...Read more
Reviewed by Eza () on 12-Mar-2013
Uneventful day - Just to share my uneventful day. Went down to HL for servicing. The mechanic later told me that the oil filter which I did my servicing from my previous workshop was not the correct part. He could not...Read more
Reviewed by Rayhunter () on 30-Nov-2012
poor product knowledge - product knowledge is very poor...not recommended.Read more
Reviewed by Thyap () on 29-Sep-2012
Poor services at Nissan service centre ( Ubi ) - Car send for service on 27/9 and collect vehicle on 28/9. Recieved sms from service centre on 28/9 at about 1130 hrs, car ready for collection. Car after services was not even wash and clean when it w...Read more
Reviewed by Greenbowl () on 27-Jun-2012
Totally Disappointed - I just returned from my car servicing. I patronized them since 2005. I sent in my car at 850 sharp and left shortly after. At around 1020am, i received a call from Mr Lim telling me that all my 4 trye...Read more
Reviewed by Keramy16 () on 16-May-2012
Dismay and Disappointed Experience - Sent my car there for servicing only to discover that they actually damaged my car rim. Went back to confront the boss but he insisted that was not done by them. He talked loudly and unprofessionally....Read more