BlackboxMyCar Installation Centre
Dash cam and radar detector installation
Book a professional installation at Unit 160, 13988 Maycrest Way, Richmond, BC. Use the Calendly form below to choose the right vehicle type, product category, and appointment time.
Install examples
Clean work customers can actually see.
A proper install should look tidy, keep wiring hidden, place each camera correctly, and protect the vehicle electronics.
Book here first
Select your appointment in Calendly
This form is the main booking path. Pick the closest vehicle and product category so the appointment length, install notes, and technician prep match the work needed.
We offer dash cam and radar detector installation services at Unit 160, 13988 Maycrest Way, Richmond, BC. You can also call 1 (888) 978-6560 if you need help choosing the right appointment type.
View our installation gallery to see examples of our work.
Most dash cam installations take 2 to 3 hours. Specialty vehicles may take up to 8 hours depending on the vehicle, wiring path, product, and removal work required.
- Vehicle make, model, and year
- Dash cam or radar detector make and model
- Whether there is an existing dash cam that needs removal
- Your preferred installation category from the form
Important appointment notes
- Existing dash cam removal may require additional charges.
- If your vehicle type is not listed in Calendly, contact us.
- We do not provide installation services for Thinkware Multiplexer bundles at this time.
- If you are more than 15 minutes late without prior notice, we may need to cancel or reschedule.
- We may upload photos or videos of your vehicle. We do our best not to post private information, such as licence plates or names. Let us know if you do not consent.
What happens during your appointment
A clear install process from check-in to pickup.
Customers should know what they are paying for. This is the typical flow once you arrive at our Richmond installation centre.
Check-inArrival and vehicle confirmation
We confirm your vehicle, product, appointment category, and any existing dash cam or wiring that needs removal.
PlacementWalkaround and camera position
We review front camera placement, rear camera routing, battery location, and any vehicle-specific notes before work starts.
InstallHidden wiring and secured connections
Our technicians install the system with hidden wiring, proper fuse routing, secured connections, and a tidy cabin finish.
TestingRecording, app, storage, and parking mode
We check recording, camera angle, app connection, memory card formatting, parking mode, and power behaviour.
PickupFinal walkthrough before you leave
Before pickup, we show you the key settings, how to access footage, and what to expect from the system.
Why book with BlackboxMyCar?
Dealership-level care for your own vehicle.
A dash cam install should feel like it belongs in the car, not like an accessory was rushed in after the fact. Our Richmond team works on new, premium, hybrid, EV, and daily-driver vehicles with the same clean standard customers expect from BlackboxMyCar.
Trusted by 400+ dealership relationships
BlackboxMyCar brings the same installation standard used for dealership-new vehicles across brands like BMW, Toyota, Lexus, Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Honda, and more. You get dealership-level care without the dealership markup.
Warranty-conscious wiring
We follow manufacturer-safe installation practices, proper fuse routing, and commercial-grade hardware. The goal is a clean install that protects your vehicle electronics and avoids warranty headaches.
Hybrid and EV safe
Your battery system matters. We use proper power routing and built-in battery management so parking mode can run without draining or stressing modern vehicle batteries.
Factory-grade fit and finish
Cables hidden, connections secured, cameras positioned properly. The finished setup should look discreet, feel solid, and record from the right angle.
Premium systems only
We install proven systems from FineVu, Thinkware, BlackVue, and other trusted brands we actually support after the appointment is done.
Support after pickup
If you need help with app setup, parking mode settings, footage access, or warranty support later, you are dealing with the same dash cam specialists who installed it.
Recommended installation packages
These packages keep popular camera, battery, storage, warranty, and labour combinations easier to compare. Contact us if you want more information on any package listed.
Package 1: Affordable and reliable
Best for: Toyota, Honda, Mazda, Subaru, Ford, GM
Starting at $385 + tax installedVIOFO VS1 Mini 1CH
- 2K dash cam
- Hardwired for parking mode
- Professional installation
- 128GB microSD card
- 18-month warranty on parts
- Windshield cleaning kit
- 1-year warranty on labour
Package 2: Long time away
Best for: Toyota, Honda, Mazda, Subaru, Ford, GM, SUVs
Starting at $1,150 + tax installedThinkware ARC700-2CH + PowerCell 8 Battery Pack
- 4K + 2K dual dash cam
- 96 Wh capacity, up to 5+ days in parking mode
- 256GB microSD card
- 1-year warranty on parts and labour
Package 3: Discreet and stylish
Best for: BMW, Mercedes, VW, Audi
Starting at $900 + tax installedBlackVue Elite 8 2CH
- 2K + 2K dual dash cam
- Professional installation
- 2-year warranty on parts
- 1-year warranty on labour
Package 4: Best security
Best for: All makes and models
Starting at $870 + tax installedThinkware Q200-2CH + PowerCell 5 Battery
- 2K + FHD dual dash cam
- 51.2 Wh capacity, up to 16 hours in parking mode
- Professional installation
Package 5: Best quality
Best for: Premium single-channel recording
Starting at $640 + tax installedThinkware U3000-1CH
- 4K dash cam
- Professional installation
- Clean hardwire setup
Installation rates
Pricing depends on vehicle type, number of channels, battery installation, and specialty vehicle complexity. Use the Calendly form above to choose the closest category.
Asian and American vehicles
| Service | Front, single channel | Front and rear, dual channel |
|---|---|---|
| Dash cam install, hardwire | Starting at $150 + tax | Starting at $240 + tax |
| Battery install | Starting at $75 + tax | Starting at $75 + tax |
| Installation time | 1 to 1.5 hours | 2 hours |
European vehicles
| Service | Front, single channel | Front and rear, dual channel |
|---|---|---|
| Dash cam install, hardwire | Starting at $150 + tax | Starting at $240 + tax |
| Battery install | Starting at $75 + tax | Starting at $75 + tax |
| Installation time | 1 to 1.5 hours | 2 hours |
European hatchbacks and SUVs
| Service | Front, single channel | Front and rear, dual channel |
|---|---|---|
| Dash cam install, hardwire | Starting at $150 + tax | Starting at $300 + tax |
| Battery install | Starting at $75 + tax | Starting at $75 + tax |
| Installation time | 1 to 1.5 hours | 2 hours |
Specialty and exotic vehicles
| Service | Front, single channel | Front and rear, dual channel |
|---|---|---|
| Dash cam install, hardwire | Starting at $349 + tax | Starting at $549 + tax |
| Battery install | Starting at $150 + tax | Starting at $150 + tax |
| Installation time | 2 to 3 hours | 6 to 8 hours |
Uninstallation rates
| Vehicle type | Front, single channel | Front and rear, dual channel | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Most vehicles | Starting at $100 + tax | Starting at $120 + tax | 1 hour |
| Specialty vehicles | Starting at $199 + tax | Starting at $249 + tax | 1 hour |
Out-of-warranty diagnostic
| Service | Front, single channel | Front and rear, dual channel |
|---|---|---|
| Out-of-warranty diagnostic | Starting at $75 + tax | Starting at $75 + tax |
| Diagnostic time | 30 minutes to 1 hour | 30 minutes to 1 hour |
Radar detector installations
Radar detector installation takes around 1 hour, depending on availability, vehicle make and model, and the radar detector.
Need help booking? Call 1 (888) 978-6560 or email info@blackboxmycar.ca.
Radar booking checklist
- Purchase your radar from us or select a model we carry
- Select the correct vehicle and radar category
- Provide vehicle make, model, and year
- Provide radar make and model
Installation time: 1+ hour, vehicle dependent.
Ready to book?
Use the Calendly form to lock in your appointment. If the right vehicle type, camera type, or radar option is not listed, contact us before booking so we can route it properly.