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Wheels & Tires
Where the worst of the grime hides.
- Faces and barrels deep-cleaned
- Brake dust dissolved safely
- Tires scrubbed and dressed
Exterior Detail
From $85About 45 minutesWheels & exterior hand washWe come to you
Not Your Average Car Wash
Same car, two very different results.
A Drive-Thru Car Wash
- Stiff spinning brushes dragged across your paint
- Recycled water sprayed back onto the car
- One harsh soap for every vehicle
- Wheels get a quick rinse at best
- In and out in five minutes
Our Exterior Detail
- Soft microfiber washed by hand, no brushes
- Clean, filtered water on every panel
- Soap matched to your paint and finish
- Wheels, barrels, and tires fully cleaned
- About 45 focused minutes on your car
Protect Your Investment
What five minutes at the car wash actually costs you.
No New Scratches
Those spinning brushes drag grit across your paint and leave fine scratches you notice in sunlight. Washing by hand keeps the finish smooth instead of slowly dulling it.
Cheaper Than the Fix
Brake dust and road film eat into clear coat once they sit. A detail costs a fraction of the paint correction you would need to undo that damage.
Worth More at Resale
Buyers judge the paint first. A car washed by hand looks years younger than one that lived in the tunnel wash line.
What Gets Done
Three passes over the outside of your car.
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Pre-Foam & Hand Wash
Dirt lifts before anything touches paint.
- Thick pre-foam loosens the dirt
- Gentle two-bucket hand wash
- Soft microfiber, no brushes
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Final Touches
The part most washes skip.
- Compressed air dry to clear trapped water
- Every drip toweled dry
- Full walk-around before we leave
Why We’re Different
First time booking a detail? Here’s what to expect.
Insured, With 95+ 5-Star Reviews
Your car is covered and handled by people who wash cars for a living, using tools built for paint.
You Don’t Go Anywhere
We roll up in a customized detailing van carrying our own water, power, and every tool the job needs. No drop-off and no waiting room.
A Truly Clean Exterior
Wheels, barrels, tires, paint, and trim all get attention, so the whole car looks finished instead of just rinsed.
Take It Further
A detail gets your car clean. These keep it that way.
Add protection
Clay ’n Seal
Pulls out bonded grit, then seals the paint for 5 to 7 months.
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Long term
Ceramic Coating
Years of gloss and easy washes, backed by a written warranty.
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Inside too
Interior Refresh
Seats, carpets, and every surface your hands actually touch.
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★★★★★
I was long overdue for a thorough wash and detail. Jaycen did his thing! Made my 2012 car look shiny and new, both inside and out.
★★★★★
Would highly recommend Automotive Aptitude for anyone looking to get an amazing job done on their car! They were super professional, nice and did an amazing job with my car. I opted in for interior detailing and they did such a good job. Above and beyond my expectations, some of the best service I've ever got! Highly recommend.
★★★★★
You should definitely book an appointment! I got the clay and seal package, and the outside looked amazing. They did a great job on the inside too. Everything was perfect. They really took their time to make sure everything looked brand new.
★★★★★
Professional, amazing service, and great prices. You can't ask for much when you need a last minute appointment right before a road trip, but Jaycen was able to squeeze me in and knock it out of the park. The guys even showed up early and knocked out a clay bar, seal, and even got rid of a pesky scratch in record time. My car looked like it rolled out of the dealership again. Amazing work!
★★★★★
One satisfied customer here! My first time ever having my car serviced and detailed, and I am definitely going to book again. Jaycen was really professional and very nice, and I was amazed with his service truck too.
★★★★★
Automotive Aptitude took care of my and my roommate's car. After they were done, both vehicles were soooo clean! I did a couple of other quotes for a few different places. Out of the 6 that I contacted, they were the most affordable and provided the most amount of services. One thing to note is that you will need a hose or water source for them to connect to so they can wash your car. Interior shampoo for two cars and a scratch removal for one took about 4 hours. They were really responsive and did a great job with both vehicles. We would reach out to them again when we need our cars cleaned.
Exterior Detail FAQs
The questions we get asked most before we head over.
Do you bring your own water and power?
Yes. The van carries its own water and power, so we can work anywhere. If you’d rather we use your spigot or outlet, that works too, just tell us when you book.
How long does it take?
About 45 minutes for most cars. Trucks, SUVs, and anything extra dirty run a little longer, and we’ll tell you before we start.
How much space do you need?
About three parking spots. That gives us room to open the van, run our equipment, and walk a full lap around your car.
Do I need to be home?
No. As long as we can get to the car, you can be at work or out running errands. We’ll text you when it’s finished.
Can you come to an apartment or office?
Yes, as long as we have permission to park and enough room to work. Carports and open lots are usually fine.
How do I pay, and is there a deposit?
Card, cash, Zelle, or Apple Pay once the job is done. Larger services take a $100 deposit to hold the appointment and it comes off your total.
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