Had to drop a review for Armando at ProTek Shine Studio, the guy seriously knows his stuff. A buddy of mine (who has the same car as me) recommended Armando, and after seeing his results and checking out ProTek's work on other high-end vehicles, I decided to go for it. I brought my car in for PPF, ceramic coating, and ceramic window tint. What stood out right away was how thorough Armando was during the initial consultation. Before he even gave me a quote, he carefully inspected the car for any paint flaws and actually pointed out some imperfections I didn't even realize were there. Instead of just wrapping over them, he took the time to correct as much as he could before starting the PPF install. The quality of the work is top-tier. The PPF looks clean and precise, the ceramic coating has made cleaning the car ridiculously easy (water just slides right off), and the ceramic tint was done perfectly. Armando is real, transparent, and super easy to talk to. No pressure, no sales gimmicks, just honest advice and quality work. If you're thinking about getting PPF or tint, do yourself a favor and talk to Armando first. Can't recommend him and ProTek enough. read more

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Armando at Protek Shine Studio did an incredible job with the ceramic coating on my black car. The finish looks fantastic, and I have really enjoyed washing the car after several long road trips since the coating makes the maintenance process so much easier. I was very impressed with the fair pricing, the clear communication, and Armando's friendly attitude. I highly recommend this shop for anyone looking for high-quality work. read more

I'm a repeat customer and once again, they did a wonderful job with the ceramic coat on my second car. Armando provided excellent customer service and I was completely satisfied. read more

I called for a quote on a ceramic coating. Though all other businesses have given me a quote, Armando said I had to bring it in for a quote. That's a time investment that I didn't want to make without a ballpark figure. Armando said he has to first to assess for the paint quality and wear. I told him it's a brand new car and I could tell him the make, model, and paint color. He said that the dealer may have repainted one of the doors or something. I tell him that it hasn't been repainted and he replies, "oh, so you've tested your paint then?" I ask him for a quote assuming it hasn't been repainted. He replies "are you on a budget?" I say yes and he replies "then our shop probably isn't for you." All of this was said in a tone that sounded pretty dismissive to me. Ultimately he does give me a quote of $2,200-$2,500, which is way above a lot of other well rated high quality competitors. Needless to say, I won't be recommending him to anyone ever. read more

Armando is awesome! I was interested in colored PPF and had never purchased it before. After reaching out to shops on yelp, Armando was quick to call me back and talked me through some options, recommending I come in for a more complete consultation, which I did the same day and am so glad I did! He is unbelievably knowledgeable and experienced, and he laid out the pros and cons of the various options I was considering. I ended up getting not only colored PPF (metallic rose silver) but a pillar delete (matte black). I love it! No more generic white Tesla! Then I returned soon after to get my windows tinted. I would definitely go to him again! Here's the studio's Instagram post of my car's transformation: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DGLzU4iSTWV/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== read more

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It will be difficult to find someone who cares more about his craft than Armando. ProTek has done work on multiple cars for me over the years, including BMW M4, Tesla Model X, Tesla Model 3, and BMW M3. Highly recommend my go to package: full body PPF and window tints all around. Quality is top notch. Beyond the work provided, Armando has been a constant and reliable resource to ensure my vehicles endure the test of time. This shop has brought me peace of mind. Will be a life long customer. read more

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Armando revived my Porsche and gave it the glossy, restored paint look it needed. He went above and beyond to educate me on the process and always used the right materials. When things don't go according to plan or I have a bad idea, he is helpful to remedy the situation and avoid mistakes. My car came out great and he was there for the full service. All my friends and family will be coming to Protek! read more

Was in a bit of a pickle with some crappy tint and a tight time frame. Armando responded to me immediately and got a Saturday set up for me with about a two day notice. Tint looks great, no bubbles and a follow up email from ProTek on how the tint was. Reasonably priced , and, lots of options at his shop I would totally recommend his work read more

Brought in my 2025 Model Y for a full body matte ppf and window tinting. Armando was very professional and knowledgeable about his product. He went above and beyond what I expected and will definitely recommend his shop. read more

We bought a 2025 Acura mdx type s and contacted Armando for information about a ceramic coat, he swiftly called me back and scheduled an appointment, where he showed me a couple of vehicles they were working on,and explained the different package options and prices. Dropped off our vehicle and he kept me updated about the progress, picked it up a couple of days after and couldn't be happier with results. Considered other cheaper options, but don't regret a bit going with the excellent work quality and customer service from Arnando at Pro Tek studio,highly recommended read more

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Armando at Protek Shine knows his craft and added a perfect ceramic coating that made our practical 2023 Kia Sportage EV look like a show car. Armando got back to us immediately, set up a meeting to assess the car, offer options and answer all the questions, No pressure. He scheduled and finished the job fast then gave us all the upkeep advice. We will definitely recommend Armando & Protek! read more

Picked up my 2024 BMW X5 xDrive 50e and man does it look super fresh and so clean, clean!!! You really get super great value for what you get in the amount of time for the work they do to your car. Dropped off my vehicle Saturday morning and they were done with everything that following Monday. If you want great customer service, get the service requested that you want, people who know what they are doing, with multiple years of experience and back up their work come here to Protek Shine Studio! Armando (owner) was honest and didn't beat around the bush. He told us what services he provides. Showed us his work that he worked on and currently working on with vehicles in the shop. Edwin was one of the staff that was engaging and super friendly. We talk a bit about my car and his former BMW, which I hope he gets another BMW haha. Overall I'm very impressed with their friendly professionalism in the car care business. Ceramic tint 5% rear and 35% front Full frontal PPF 7 year ceramic coat read more

ProTek Shine Studio - Ceramic tint 35% front 5% rear Full frontal PPF 7 year ceramic coat - Auto Detailing Near Me - San Leandro, California

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Great response, recommendations are the best I've seen! Plan ahead and spend a little more for your project. There's a reason this shop is so busy; it has got a track record better than "the best". read more

Been knowing Armando since late 2020 and been coming back since! I've had couple minor projects done with him and his team but this month we went all out on this Model 3 Project. One major thing i look for is customer service and communication and Armando has all of that. We spoke for about 30-45 min on ideas and ended up going with this Oil Slick Wrap!!!!! Love his feedback and him answering all my questions i had. Armando and his team are very very knowledgeable on what they are selling and is nothing but the highest quality products. I had the opportunities many times to look at his line up of cars he has in the shop and what is being done to them his team simple takes no shortcuts , no mickey mouse repairs here all custom work. He will treat you with respect no matter on your vehicle being old or new. Being a tesla owner and just saying you drive a tesla shops will automatically skyrocket the price with Protek Shine you are guaranteed a great price and quality work every single time. read more

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This review is long overdue. I brought in my wife's 2022 Tesla Model Y to Armando and Marlene to get PPF + Paint Correction + Ceramic coating and windshield protection. Their quality of work and products are amazing. You'll get to see the progress of the work via Instagram and they keep you updated throughout each step. I plan to go back for more work (headlight tints, pillar delete and mirror caps). They're the only shop that I trust and plan to use for all my car detailing needs moving forward. read more

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I am so glad to find Protek Shine Studio and meet Armando. The best thing Armando did was to tell me to come over so he can explain what the different packages are and to check my vehicle. I went to his studio, and he asked me questions about what areas in the vehicle I cared about. He then catered to my expectations and told me what I simply needed. He actually did not sell me the most expensive package. He explained what most of his clients protect and he made me choose what made sense to me. Armando is personable and a genuine guy. He didn't tell me his expertise, he showed it firsthand with a vehicle in their studio. He has so much knowledge and experience in vehicle builds and quality. It is better that you see it for yourself and set an appointment with Armando at Protek Shine Studio. read more

Never really had a detail guy, but I do have one now! Recently purchased a new car that I wanted to get PPF'd and ceramic coated because I knew the car was going to see a lot of miles with road trips and daily commutes. Did a bunch of research and talked to a bunch of different shops and after talking to Armando and seeing a bunch of his work on Instagram, it was an easy decision to go with him. He was very easy to communicate with and answered all my questions prior to booking. He doesn't try to up-sell you on anything but just gives you information, pros and cons so you can make the best decision. I dropped off my car on a Monday morning and it was ready by Wednesday morning with me even adding additional work to be done. I decided to also do a chrome delete and it made the car come out so much better. When I picked it up he went over instructions on how to maintain the coating/PPF, warranty etc. I also follow their instagram, so it was nice to get a behind the scenes look as him and his crew worked on the car. You can tell they take pride in their work. Will definitely recommend Protek Shine Studio to family and friends. read more

Stopped by to see the facility and was so impressed I dropped my car off the same day. Armando and crew did an excellent job. I got the full front bra and tail lights blacked out. Communication was great. Prices are reasonable and fair. Definitely recommend for PPF and other needs. They do an awesome job on tinting too, wish I would of stopped here first. read more

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FANTASTIC! Arrived on time, super friendly, have their own water supply and electrical supply, professional and honest...and were very patient with me changing a couple things on the packages last minute. This car is 20+ years old and granted it's been garaged, but WOW!!! . The interior was like brand new. Thank you for your great work and so nice have a vendor I can refer friends to. read more

Great PPF experience for my 2022 Grey Tesla Model 3!!! I was able to reach out to Protek via instagram DM and received a response very quickly! Armando was able to fit me into their schedule for a quote and was actually able to fit me in that afternoon. The attention to detail is something that they do very well! I was very impressed with the quality of their work. The videos they take during the process also helps see the progress of the work, which I thought was pretty cool. Once I arrived, I was shown/informed about the materials they use, given a demo, and then walked through the pricing and options I had. No hidden fees, you confirm the payment upfront and then you get your quote. I also liked that I received my warranty card and invoice for the services I purchased. It was reassuring to know the product is legit and that I am covered for years to come. After dropping my car off for the front PPF with mirrors (polish/clean added), I was expecting my car to be ready the next day. Armando and the team worked past their studios closing time and informed me that evening that my car was ready! Talk about going above and beyond and surprising their customers! I would highly recommend you bring your car here for a multiple range of car protection and detailing services. Thank you guys so much at Protek! You've got a customer for life! read more

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Armando and his crew put ceramic coating around my entire 2023 Chevy Bolt EUV and even worked hard to buff out scratches on plastic trim. My car's thin white paint is now very glossy, so the paint looks refreshed and new. Armando provides great customer service and excellent work! You can tell he takes pride in his work. read more

This place is awesome! My husband and I purchased a 2022 Audi eTron. We want to protect the pain and keep its "new car" shine to the the max. We opted for the ceramic coating and the paint protection film and here are the results!! I would 110% recommended this place to anyone!!! Stop by and see Armando. read more

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ProTek offers quality protection films and coatings at the highest level of professionalism. They stand behind their products and services and customer satisfaction is part of their core mission. ProTek can provide other services as well and or provide referrals to other professionals they work with and trust. I have already recommended ProTek to family and friends and feel very confident in doing so. Very please ProTek is located in nearby San Leandro and will use them again and again in the future. Check them out and you too will be very pleased. read more

We just purchased a brand new car recently and the first thing on the do list was to get paint protection for the vehicle. Armando and his crew are the real deal! After visiting a few local shops, it was a no brainer. The attention to detail and work ethic beats all. Armando is responsive and takes care of his customers to the highest degree. One of the best in the Bay Area! read more

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I just brought my brand new Volvo to Armando at Pro Tek Shine and he nailed the job! I came in a bit naïve thinking a brand new car would be super clean and ready for a coating, but Armando walked me through the buffing and polishing steps that would be necessary before applying the ceramic coating I wanted. He was very clear and accommodating about the issues he found with the car's paint as work got underway, and he kindly dealt with a small dent nobody saw originally. He sent videos of the car's baseline condition and updates as work progressed over the course of a few days. Gladly he was able to stick to the original bid he gave me for the job which was much appreciated since there were some surprises along the way. And holy crap the car looks amazing. Thank you Armando and team! read more

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Just picked up my 4runner TRD Pro from ProTek Shine and i couldn't be more happier with the outcome. Armando and Edwin delivered on this job! I was introduced to Armando from an installer who works for a buddy of mine at a P&S cars and coffee event last year. My buddy's detail shop is too far from me so i was looking for someone local where i can take my car to since there are not many trustworthy detail shops who do a great job in the area. At the time, Armando was very welcoming, knowledgeable and offered for me to go to his shop at his off hour to check out his work. Though i did not have a chance to check out their work after the event, i decided to follow their social media account on Instagram which they educate their viewers updated projects and also some of the flaws that come to play when coating a car. Fast forward a year later i decided to call Armando after acquiring my 4Runner TRD Pro from my trip in Texas. One of the things i wanted to get done to the car as soon as i got to California was ceramic coating so i gave Armando a call. Armando was very easy to talk to just like the first time i met him and suggested a few types of coating for my vehicle. I ended up going with the Gtechnique 5 year coating. When i got to the shop, Edwin was very welcoming and best of all was excited to work on my car. It's hard to see many people being exited to work on my car however after seeing that, i knew my car was in good hands. He also explained the process on what goes on with ceramic coating the car as well. Although the car was new, there was some micro marring on the paint which may have been caused from the dealership washing my car which Armando had called me to keep me informed. I also opted to have my wheels ceramic coated while the car was there. For the wheels, a marine ceramic coat was applied for longetivity of the coating due to brake dust. Looking at my invoice Armando and Edwin performed a paint prep which included numerous processes such as an exterior detail, clay bar, decontamination, paint polish etc. prior to applying the coating. The end result from the prep and coating was flawless. I couldn't be more happier with the outcome. If any of you are looking for ceramic coating in the east bay, Armando and his team are the go to guys. Thanks again Armando and Edwin. read more

You guysssssss if you are on the fence about getting your car detailed, this is your sign to get it done and that too with Ace Detail! If you have a black car you know what a struggle it can be to upkeep the paint. Ace detail was able to take out all the marks, correct the paint and add a ceramic coating to my Kia Stinger! I'm just in awe of my car right now and I also got a full superior interior detail and my car looks and feels amazing again. The team is so nice and friendly to work with, you can tell they take their time and go above and beyond to make your car look amazing. I highly recommend!!! read more

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I recently took my Mercedes to ProTek shine studio in Hayward and hands down best customer service and so easy to work with. Armando explain everything down to the dot. I daily drive my car and I needed protection from my daily commute. I got paint protection film for the front of my car, paint enhancement, Ceramic coating, and windshield protection film to protect from rock chips. My car now looks so good and knowing my car is now protected from the harsh elements. Thank you Armando and team! read more

ProTek Shine Studio - Full front PPF, Paint enhancement, 9 year ceramic coating, windshield protection film. - Auto Detailing Near Me - San Leandro, California

I'm so lucky to have found ProTek Shine Studio. Armando is the owner and does most of the work by himself with some help from his family, so I'm happy to support an independently owned shop. I didn't know too much about PPF and ceramic coating and the costs that come with it, but Armando worked with my budget and I was able to get both done at an affordable price. It was easy to set up an appointment to drop off my car. It takes a few days to get the work done on my car, but I timed it perfectly with a trip I was taking, so if anyone's afraid to not have their car for a few days, just drop it off right before a trip and pick it up after coming back to a better than brand new looking car. Communication with Armando was also fast and seamless. I loved that he took and sent me videos of all the scratches, imperfections, and chips before he worked on the car. It really shows the amount of detail he puts in his work. He saw things even I didn't notice and I was extremely pleased picking up my car from him. It looked better than when I picked it up from the dealership. His professionalism, quality of service, and his genuine love for his work really shows. I'm glad to have found him and his shop, and I highly recommend anyone who wants top-notch quality and service to visit him. Armando at ProTek Shine Studio has won a customer for life! read more

I recently sold a car that i had bought used and found it had been PPFed. What a great deal that is. Now on my new car, I had to get it PPfed too. My search for the best quickly took me to Armando. He had me bring it in where he spent some time checking the paint and explaining the different processes he used, and how they do it all by hand and don't use templates. Even though he gave me a "new customer" discount, it still was very expensive. I compared prices and reviews and decided Armando was worth the money, and had him do my new car. They do a complete deal there. removing badges and accessories so the wrap can go under the items... He removed and replaced a big badge on the back and the ppf is seamless. One thing i told Armando i needed, was the ability to wash my car as much as I wanted and still have it look new and unblemished, no swirls or scratches from washing. The car is deep black and I have washed it about 6 times so far and it looks NEW. It doesn't get as dirty as most dust doesn't stick to the ceramic coating (which he applied OVER the PPF!). I use a air dryer and the water just sheets off. My previous car had been done with templates where the wrap goes almost to the edge and stops. Armando takes it off a big roll and hand cuts it to fit and wrap around all edges so you can't even see it is wrapped. Very happy with Armando and his work, recommended! read more

I rarely ever write reviews, but Armando and his team treated me like family. One of the best customer service experiences I've ever had and they took care of my car as if it was their own. For the first time ever I handed them my keys knowing it was in good hands. I got my Camry paint corrected and ceramic coated because black cars are a pain to keep clean and wash. If you need paint correction, ceramic coating, ppf, tint, or even detailing and you're in the area check this place out! Thanks Armando! read more

Very friendly, very competent, timely. You need their service. Best decision I've made. My Jeep glows now. read more

Armando does high quality work and recommends what is best and not whatever just to sell .

I recently went to ProTek Shine Studio in hopes of Removing Unbearable scratches on my black SUV. I was immediately Impressed!!! The business was Immaculate and Armando, the owner, was an absolute Jewel. His Amazing Wife, kindly, greeted me and ensured my comfort. Armando then listened, intently, to my issues and thoroughly explained every single option available to remedy my situation. From temporary to Longterm fixes, he covered what, why and how, each made sense financially or Practically, or..not!! Even presenting Examples! Emphasizing his realm of expertise or suggesting another's, I might consider. Total transparency! He was Professional, yet caring and empathetic to my frustration, while extremely Knowledgeable and efficient. He Responded promptly in ALL communication and even sent photo/ Video Updates of the work in Progress.. Yes!! He truly covers EVERYTHING ... Even, After care instructions!! . So if you're like me and fed up with poor customer service and disappointing results, ProTek Shine Studio is TRULY a breath of fresh air. Armando is the Real Deal and Thanks to his Genius and TLC, ProTeks Ceramic Coating has totally Revitalized my SUV to the Sparkling Black Beauty, I once Loved so much! Thank You, Armando /ProTek Shine Studio!! read more

Took my Taycan GTS to Armando, he knows what he is doing and provided tons of knowledge on ppf and ceramic coating to me, him and his team's skill is no joke, I'm extremely happy with the work they've done to my car. Stek PPF does have better clarity than other brand! I would recommend them to all my friends and anyone in Bay area. I'm so regret i took my Porsche GT3 to Mum Sport in Fremont, their job is so much worst than i expected, they did the custom cut on my gas cap, side mirror and front bumper. I asked to get my side mirror re-done, the owner say ok but end up they didn't even touch it at all and told me it is how it is on the next day when I pick up the car. Even though the owner refund $300 but if you the car guy you know how this heart feeling will never go away. I'm going to have ProTek Studio to help me fix all the un-perfection Mum Sport done to the car. read more

I took my Model Y Performance here to get paint correction, STEK Dyno Shield paint protection film around the entire car, tints on the windows, headlights, taitlights, ceramic glass coating, interior coating, wheel coating and putting on new emblems. The works! I worked with Armando and his team and they are meticulous with their work. Armando answered all of my questions and addressed any concerns I had. I was able to watch the progress of the work in realtime because Armando shared it on their IG stories daily through pictures and videos. Super happy with all the work done to my car. I highly recommend ProTek Shine Studio! Thanks again Armando! read more

A strong 5 star for the service provided! The team was super easy to communicate with when I set up the appointment. The day before the appointment I got a text and email notification confirming the appointment time. On the day of the service, the crew texted me 30 min before arrival and arrived right on time. The communication along the process was great. They used a plant based solution for cleaning which was great for the car I have. They did a great job cleaning all areas. It looks like a brand new car after the service. The price is very reasonable. I definitely recommend them for auto detailing! read more

5-star experience with Armando from the get-go. While other services were cagey about pricing for SUVs, Armando's rates were clear, scheduling process easy and even nice touch of confirming the appointment day before. Day of the appointment, he & his kid arrived early, worked hard, and our vehicle went from looking rough to looking fantastic in just about 3 hours. They worked miracles - especially on the interior - and had a close attention to detail. Afterwards, offered helpful advice re: car care and ways to better care for our next vehicle's appearance on a regular basis. Thanks, Armando & fam! read more

ProTek Shine Studio - This is a 9 year old family car, looking new! - Auto Detailing Near Me - San Leandro, California

WOW!!! ProTek Shine Studio is BIG TIME!!! Not only do they use the highest quality products, but they also have EXCEPTIONAL customer service!!!!!!! After acquiring a vehicle that set me back a little more than I had envisioned, I expressed to several businesses that I was interested in affordable options that would protect at least the front of my car. Armando's communication was was responsive and respectful. Some businesses never replied and a couple of others sort of made me feel like I was a little out of my league, which wasn't entirely wrong, it's just Armando NEVER made me feel that way!!! We even chatted on the phone, after exchanging a few messages here on Yelp. Ultimately, he was able to work with me on a package that was for the entire front bumper and the headlights. All of the pictures that I've attached here were taken after the PPF was applied. I don't know who all did what, but the following four individuals worked on my vehicle: Armando, Marlene, David, and Josue. Their quality of work is AMAZING!!!!!!! Armando also is a wealth of knowledge regarding careful cleaning and maintenance for any car that has had anything applied on the exterior. For anyone looking into getting some PPF or Ceramic Coating, I simply cannot recommend ProTek Shine Studios enough!!! read more

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Armando and his colleague did an amazing job on detailing our minivan! It's a 9 year old family car with 2 young kids. They got out every little crumb and stain. It's like a brand new car again! Armando was very friendly and professional. He kept me informed of what they were doing and then provided me with drying instructions for when they were done. They also wore masks the whole time. read more

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