Sharper Image ARS

Expensive cars, expensive problems… even down to the rims & tires!
Sharper Image ARS is a life saver! Have you ever had one of those moments, on a freezing cold day, running late for work and when you finally rush out the door to start your commute to work… you noticed your tire is flat or has lost most of its air?! If so, you know my pain. Go figure, the joys of having a high-​end sports ride and low profile tires!
The winter season can be ruff on low-​profile tires or any car with a set of rims on them. I had an issue with one stubborn tire where I kept losing air in the tire due to a damaged rim and the crazy temperature changes lately here in DC. I had two separate auto shops try to repair the issue… with no success until I stumbled on Sharper Image ARS. What a great find?!
These guys came recommended to me right on time by Mac’s Tire (another life saver) in DC. Mac’s does not repair rims, hence why I needed a specialty tire/​rim repair shop like Sharper Image ARS.
These guys know their stuff. I called and made an appointment for the same day. The Manager, Shawn Gray, was able to easily assess the issue, repair/​resurface the rim almost to a new one, and seal the tire on the rim correctly. He went above and beyond to make sure the problem was fixed. My wheel was restored back to the original performance and I was really pleased with his work. No more having the need to fill my tire with air every couple of days… sometimes 2 – 3 times a week due to this issue.
It’s been two weeks of freezing cold weather and I haven’t had another air leak or issue with the tire/​rim since going to Sharper Image ARS. Just in time for the snow and blizzard this weekend!
5 Stars easily! I would highly recommend checking these guys out if you are having tire/​rim issues. Services also include car detailing, tire/​rim sales, minor mechanic and bodywork services too. They are very professional and run a good, honest shop.
ONE SIDE NOTE… I see some folks complaining about the business location. Do not be discouraged by the location or the looks of the establishment. They are legit and are currently renovating while operating their business.

I did get my wheel fixed, but the place is sketchy. Back a potholed lane… tweaky people everywhere. The manger seemed cool and wanting to help, but some of his promises on delivery and timetables were not met. For me, just a weird vibe.

Simply the best. They’ve reconditioned 2 of my wheels and will continue to recondition the rest of my wheels as I restore my vehicle slowly.

Thanks to a DC pothole I had to utilize this shop for my bent wheel. They did a great job. Very professional. Great service. I highly recommend.

Hit a pothole and crunched the wheels on the right side. Called around, found a place in VA that said they could fix my wheels, but I needed an appointment. Ok. that to me, automatically means big money… So I looked around some more and found SI/​ARS. Dropped my car off and was told to call back in a few hours. So I called and was told the car was done, sure enough. couldn’t even tell a repaired. Excellent work Great price.

Great service. they straightened and painted my 22″ wheels and couldn’t be happier.. Honest and willing to go above and beyond to satisfy the customer

I had 4 20″ Work wheels that I bought used for my BMW. They were damaged during shipping to me. Shawn was able to fix them up like new. He also replaced the TPMS sensors with new ones that I provided and remounted and balanced my tires. This wasn’t the cheapest place that I found but it was definitely the closest to where I live. It took a little longer than expected, but it was definitely worth the money and the wait. I will definitely return for any kind of wheel repair/​refinishing in the future.

Letting my younger brother borrow my car was a seemingly cool thing to do, UNTIL he bought it home with a bent wheel that left my car wobbly and my back passenger side wheel looking as if it would fall off at any moment. After calling all around town, I was beginning to think that my only option would be to go to the dealership and pay an exorbitant amount of money… until I found this gem. I called and a friendly guy told me that they could actually repair the bent wheel for a price that was very fair.
I dropped off my 2013 Dodge Avenger and they inspected my bent wheel and told me it would be cheaper to buy a new steel wheel and to bring it back to them and have them mount and balance and whatever else they do. I did just that and now my car is fixed and the wobbly feeling is non-​existent. I have to say, it’s pretty rare to find young, professional, and HONEST business men. I can’t wait to go back and check out their detailing services!

I am very satisfied with the service I received from Sharper Image! I had a good sized dent in on of my 20″ rims and it would have coat me $ 370 to replace. Sharper Image got it fixed for $ 150. They were efficient, and had it done in about 3 hours and Shawn was such a pleasant young man to work with. A+!

I dropped off a 2012 Sierra Denali to get one of the front rims straightened. It has 24″ Asanti’s on it and the driver’s side was vibrating badly. Turns out it was bent. I had all new tire pressure sensors and new tires put on too. I wasn’t in a hurry for it back, the truck isn’t my daily driver but I dropped it off on Saturday and got it back Tuesday. When I picked it up it looked like it just came off the showroom floor. They had cleaned it inside and out and didn’t charge me for it. These guys are busy and working hard and I highly recommend them if you have wheel, tire or detail needs.

Great job on my truck !!!

Had a bent 18 inch rim. Went to sharper image with no appointment they fixed it in a couple hours. Good work and very professional & friendly!

I pulled up and explained my issue. They explained my options. I left my wheel with them and went to my kid’s soccer game. They called me and said it was ready however I could not get there. They stayed late and waited for me. I pulled up and they immediately put my wheel on the car and gave me a discount. The people are professional and friendly.