Do I need an appointment?

Yes — we work by appointment so your car gets our full attention. You can book online in about 90 seconds, or call us at (206) 489-3842. Same-day and next-day slots are often available.

How long does a detail take?

A Signature Hand Wash takes 45–60 minutes. An Interior Detail runs 90 minutes to 4 hours depending on condition. A Full Detail is typically 3–5 hours. We'll give you a time estimate when you book.

Do I wait at the shop or drop off?

Drop off is the norm. We're on Aurora Ave N — easy to drop off and grab a coffee, run errands, or head to work. We text you when your car is ready.

What does a detail cost?

Our Signature Hand Wash starts at $75. Interior Detail from $149. Exterior Treatment from $144. Full Detail from $279. Exact price depends on your vehicle size. Get a custom quote in 90 seconds — no commitment required.

Do you work on all vehicle types?

Yes — sedans, SUVs, trucks, minivans, sports cars, luxury vehicles. If it has four wheels, we can detail it. We adjust pricing based on vehicle size.

How often should I get my car detailed?

For most drivers, a full detail 2–3 times a year keeps your car in great shape. If you have pets, kids, or a long commute, quarterly is better. We can recommend a schedule based on how you use your car.

Aurora Ave N, Seattle — Open Mon–Sat

Exterior Auto Detailing in Seattle

Protection your paint needs against Seattle's rain, tree sap, and road grime.

Starting at $144

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In Business Since 2002

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8401 Aurora Ave N

Seattle, WA · Mon–Sat 8AM–5PM

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Most jobs same-day — drop off, we detail, we call you

Hand-drying a white car door and handle with a microfiber towel at Derek's Auto Detail in Seattle

Seattle is beautiful, but it's brutal on your car's finish. Constant rain deposits minerals on your paint. Tree sap bakes on in the summer. Road film, brake dust, and industrial fallout bond to your clear coat. And if you've been running through automated car washes, those abrasive brushes have been quietly adding swirl marks every single time.

Our exterior detailing starts with a proper two-bucket hand wash — the same paint-safe method professional detailers use worldwide. From there, we clay bar the paint to remove bonded contaminants you can feel but can't wash off, then follow with either a protective wax sealant or a full machine polish and wax, depending on the package you choose.

The difference is visible immediately. Your paint gets its depth back. Water beads and sheets off instead of sitting. And the protection lasts months, not days — keeping Seattle's elements from doing the damage they would to an unprotected finish.

Key Benefits

Hand wash only — never automated brushes
Clay bar removes bonded contaminants
Machine polish restores paint depth and clarity
Wax sealant for months of protection
Full wheel and tire detail included
Trim and rubber restoration

What's Included

Two-Bucket Hand Wash

Paint-safe microfiber mitt method

Clay Bar Treatment

Removes bonded sap, tar, and fallout

Polish

Machine polish restores depth and gloss

Wax Sealant

Long-lasting paint protection

Wheel & Tire Detail

Cleaned, dressed, and protected

Trim Restoration

Rubber and plastic renewed to black

Pricing by Vehicle Size

Small / 2-Door$144

Miata, BRZ, Mini Cooper

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Sedan / 4-Door$164

Camry, Civic, Model 3

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2-Row SUV / Wagon$174

RAV4, CRV, Outback

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3-Row SUV / Full-Size$184

Tahoe, Expedition, Minivan

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Trucks, large SUVs, vans

Small / 2-DoorMiata, BRZ, Mini Cooper

$144Get Quote

Sedan / 4-DoorCamry, Civic, Model 3

$164Get Quote

2-Row SUV / WagonRAV4, CRV, Outback

$174Get Quote

3-Row SUV / Full-SizeTahoe, Expedition, Minivan

$184Get Quote

Commercial / OversizedTrucks, large SUVs, vans

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Prices shown for Exterior Wax (Seal & Protect). Full Polish & Wax starts at $234. Paint Correction is custom-quoted based on vehicle condition.

Want to compare prices across every service? See the full Seattle car detailing price guide.

How It Works

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Drop Off Your Vehicle

We handle everything while you wait or drop off

Drive Away Happy

Factory-fresh and protected

Frequently Asked Questions

They do completely different things. Polish is an abrasive process that physically removes fine scratches, swirl marks, and oxidation from your clear coat — it corrects the paint. Wax is a protective layer applied after polishing to seal and shield the finish. Our Exterior Wax includes the sealant. Our Polish & Wax adds the corrective polishing step first.

Every 3–4 months for maintenance. If you park under trees or outdoors full-time, every 2–3 months is better. The wax protection degrades over time, and Seattle's rain accelerates that process. Regular details keep you protected year-round.

Yes. The clay bar treatment is specifically designed to remove bonded contaminants that washing alone can't touch — tree sap, bird droppings, industrial fallout, road tar, and water spot minerals.

Night and day. Automated car washes drag abrasive brushes across your paint, creating the micro-scratches that make your car look dull in direct sunlight. Our two-bucket hand wash uses clean microfiber mitts with grit guards — your paint never touches anything abrasive.

Yes — our Exterior Revival + Paint Correction service handles swirl marks, light scratches, oxidation, and water spot etching. It's custom-quoted because every vehicle's paint condition is different. Start a quote and we'll assess your vehicle.