Exterior Car Detailing in St. Louis

What an Exterior Detail Covers

An exterior detail is a hand done, top to bottom clean and protect for the outside of your vehicle. That means a proper two bucket hand wash, wheels and tires degreased and dressed, bugs and tar removed, door jambs wiped, trim detailed, glass cleaned, and a protective wax or sealant applied so the finish keeps looking good after we leave.

What’s Included

  • Two bucket hand wash, never an automatic brush wash
  • Wheels, tires, and wheel wells degreased and detailed
  • Bug, tar, and sap removal
  • Door jambs and fuel door cleaned
  • Exterior glass cleaned
  • Tires dressed and trim detailed
  • Protective wax or sealant applied by hand

Our Process

We bring our own water and power, so all we need is a place to park next to your vehicle. We start with wheels and work down the vehicle in sections so soap never dries on the paint. After the wash and decontamination, we dry by hand and apply protection. The whole finish gets a final inspection in direct light before we call it done.

Signs You Need an Exterior Detail

Paint that feels rough when you run your hand over it, water that no longer beads, brake dust caked on the wheels, or a finish that looks dull even after a wash. Regular exterior details protect the clear coat, and the clear coat is what protects your paint and your resale value.

Common Questions

How long does an exterior detail take?

Usually one to three hours depending on vehicle size and condition. Heavy brake dust, sap, or a vehicle that has not been washed in months adds time.

Is a hand wash really better than the drive through wash?

Yes. Automatic washes use brushes and rags that carry grit from every car before yours, and that grit puts fine scratches in your clear coat. A proper hand wash with clean mitts and the two bucket method is how you clean paint without marking it.

How often should I have it done?

For a daily driver in Missouri weather, most customers do well with a full exterior detail every two to three months, with basic washes in between. We can set a schedule that fits how you use the vehicle.

What does it cost?

It depends on size and condition, and we will give you a firm price before we schedule. Call (314) 860-3929 or send the quote form and we will get you a number fast.

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