Automotive in Anchorage

Constantly fixing up used autos on the lot and emboldened by the omnipresent new-car smell, the dealership’s certified automotive professionals keep their wrenches oiled and their eagle eyes peeled, eager to restore cars of any stripe to roadworthiness. The cadre of mechanics pulls from 125 years of combined experience to repair ailing starters, haggard engines, and discourteous cup holders. Sedans, coupes, and SUVs confidently whir back into action after 27-point inspections that interrogate everything from tire wear and brakes to squeaky drive belts and misfiring spark plugs.

The family owners and technicians of 907 Detail & Auto Accessories treat each car that rolls up their sudsy driveway as if it were their own. This level of dedication is reflected quite literally in the glint of vehicles that emerge from detailing services with freshly cleaned windows, shimmering exteriors, and rearview mirrors free of vexatious blind spots. The committed technicians pride themselves on the fact that most of their business comes from loyal customers and referrals, many of whom come not just for washes and waxes but for custom tints and aftermarket products available by request for purchase and installation. Cars aren’t the only vehicles lucky enough to get in on the action; the company’s services also extend to motorcycles, semi trucks, trailers, and boats.

The versatile team at Detail AK pride themselves on their ability to clean and renew virtually any kind of vehicle, from cars to semi-trucks. Whatever the size and shape, the team can undertake a slew of revitalizing detail services, including hand washes, waxes, polishes, paint restoration services, upholstery cleanings, and leather reconditionings. All the while, the professional staffers use products that protect vehicles from harsh Alaskan winters.

For more than 85 years, the ASE-certified parts specialists at NAPA Auto Parts have recommended and supplied quality parts from their network of stores that has grown from one parts shop to 6,100 locations nationwide. The National Automotive Parts Association organizes its more than 400,000 tools, replacement parts, and accessories in a unique and intuitive inventory-control system that tracks down customer selections quicker than the Dewey Decimal System equipped with a fast-forward button. To skip the shipping, the online inventory system also lets customers reserve their parts for in-store pickup for immediate gratification and diminished wait times. Proud sponsor of Martin Truex Jr.'s #56 car, NAPA Auto Parts meets the automotive needs of drivers both professional and recreational.

Ace Automotive's pea-green paint job guarantees customers will notice the shop as they cruise down the road, just as the ASE-certified technicians working inside guarantee a job well done each and every time. Inside, the crew handles all automotive needs, from changing, rotating, and repairing tires to draining sludgy oil from the engine and uncovering potential problems with computer diagnostics. They also roll out of the garage with tools in tow to deliver low-cost roadside repairs or motivational speeches for new drivers afraid to switch lanes. Ace Automotive keeps customers happy with guarantees on all of its repair and maintenance services.

The techs at Anchorage auto glass specialize exclusively in glass. If there’s glass on the car they can fix it or replace it, from the windshield the to back window. With their mobile repair service, they can even bring their tools and glass-mending prowess straight to the customer.

While a plasma TV is always a luxury, it’s especially luxurious to see one pop up whenever you open your trunk. Nominated as one of the top installers and retailers in the U.S. by Mobile Electronics Magazine, Sound Works’ technicians not only transform car trunks into media centers, they can customize entire vehicles. Crystal clear jams pulse from their custom sound systems, and their custom leather, suede, and bubblewrap interiors keep cars looking classy. Their Viper Tint window tints, available in a wide spectrum of colors, shield drivers from UV rays and prying eyes, and their auto start kits warm up engines before drivers arrive at their cars during frosty winters.