Service Overview

Denver is rough on paint. Magnesium chloride gets sprayed on the roads all winter and eats into your finish if it sits too long. Summer brings UV exposure that hits harder at a mile high than anywhere at sea level. Then there's the construction dust, highway grime, tree sap near the foothills, and bird droppings that turn acidic in the sun.

A regular car wash rinses the surface. An exterior detail actually removes what's bonded to the paint, cleans every surface individually, and puts down protection that lasts.

This is a full hand wash. No automated tunnel, no spinning brushes. We clean your wheels, dress your tires, treat the trim, and seal the paint with wax. Your car gets the kind of attention that a drive-through wash can't come close to.

We come to your home or office anywhere in Denver and the surrounding area. A water spigot and outdoor outlet are ideal, but if you don't have them we can make it work.

What's Included

Wash and Cleaning

  • Full hand wash with pH-neutral soap
  • Wheel and rim deep cleaning
  • Tire cleaning
  • Door jamb wipe-down
  • Bug, tar, and road film removal
  • Magnesium chloride decontamination (winter season)

Protection and Finishing

  • Wax application for paint protection and gloss
  • Tire dressing for a clean, natural look
  • Exterior rubber and plastic conditioning
  • Window and glass cleaning (streak-free)
  • Chrome detailing

Optional Add-Ons

  • Trim restoration (+$40). Restores faded black plastic trim to a darker, more uniform look.
  • Engine bay detailing (+$40). Careful cleaning of the engine compartment to remove buildup.
  • Headlight restoration ($80 per headlight). Removes oxidation and haze to restore clarity and improve visibility.

Our Detailed Process

01

Pre-Wash Assessment

We walk around the vehicle and check the condition of the paint, wheels, trim, and glass. You can also send photos or do a video call ahead of time. We'll note anything that needs extra attention like heavy contamination, tree sap spots, or faded trim so you know what to expect.

02

Wash

The car gets a full hand wash using pH-neutral soap that's safe on existing wax, sealant, or ceramic coatings. We start with the wheels using Bling Chemicals Absolute Acid Wheel Cleaner to break down baked-on brake dust. Then we work top to bottom on the body, cleaning each panel by hand. Door jambs get wiped down. Bug splatter, tar, and mag chloride buildup get treated and removed.

03

Protect and Finish

Once the paint is clean, we apply Meguiar's Gold Class wax to protect the finish and add gloss. Tires get dressed with Exoforma Satin Tire Shine for a clean look that won't sling. Exterior trim and rubber get conditioned with Exoforma Plastic and Trim Restorer to prevent fading and cracking. All glass gets cleaned inside and out.

04

Final Check

We inspect the vehicle in direct light to make sure nothing was missed. Every panel, every wheel, every piece of glass. If something isn't right, we take care of it before handing back the keys.

Service Details

Starting Price
$199
Duration
4-6 Hours
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*Final price may vary based on vehicle size and condition

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Frequently Asked Questions

See the transformative results of our Full Car Detailing service
How is this different from a car wash?

A drive-through car wash uses recycled water, spinning brushes, and harsh chemicals that can leave swirl marks and miss most of what's actually stuck to your paint. Our exterior detail is done entirely by hand. We remove bonded contaminants like mag chloride and brake dust, clean each wheel individually, and apply real wax protection. The result lasts weeks, not days.

How often should I get an exterior detail?

It depends on how you use your car. If you park outside and drive daily, every 4 to 6 weeks keeps the paint protected. If you garage your car and drive less, every 2 to 3 months works well. After winter is a good time to get one regardless, to remove the salt and mag chloride buildup before it does real damage.

Will this remove scratches?

Our exterior detail cleans and protects the paint, but it doesn't correct scratches or swirl marks. For that, you'd want our paint correction service, which uses machine polishing to level out imperfections. We can add that to the same appointment if you'd like.

Is the wax safe on ceramic coatings?

Yes. All of our exterior wash products are ceramic coating safe. If your vehicle has a ceramic coating, we'll adjust the process to work with it rather than against it. We also offer ceramic coating maintenance as part of our ongoing care.

Do you clean the engine bay?

Not as part of the standard exterior detail, but we offer engine bay detailing as an add-on. It's a careful cleaning of the engine compartment to remove dirt and buildup without damaging any components.

What Customers Are Saying

5.0
My Telluride is the family car for three kids and one husky, and a whole bunch of hiking. Needless to say it gets dirty. Patrick did an amazing job detailing my car inside and out. I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Joe Craig
I have a 2017 Hyundai Tucson and it's had a well worn life, interior was dirty, and stained. The exterior had oxidation and the headlights were looking pretty messed up but Patrick really brought my SUV back to life. He spent longer than I expected and did far more than I expected. He addressed the oxidation, and throughly cleaned and shampooed the enterior. When he was done, the car literally looked like I'd just taken it from the show room. I will call on him again, the next time my car needs detailing.
Steve Eubanks
Patrick did an excellent job on my 2016 Honda CR-V. He worked magic on the interior, making it look brand new. The exterior cleaning was thorough, including the wheels and tires. Patrick is very knowledgeable and skilled at making vehicles look their very best. His rates are very reasonable and I highly recommend him.
Sharon Eubanks
Patrick did excellent work on my Highlander. The day he was working on my car it was very warm out and he worked right through the heat. Excellent work ethic and a very pleasant young man to do business with
Janet Wagoner
I drove up from Colorado Springs for this detail and couldn't be happier. My four-year-old Chrysler Pacifica came back looking immaculate and honestly like it was brand new. The attention to detail really shows. I'm already planning to bring my other car in. Colorado Springs is missing out, but Fine Details does make trips down.
Edward Hoang
Patrick did a great job with our Ford F150. Our truck had lots of dog hair which you never would know after Patrick detailed the truck. Professional, prompt and great to work with. Would highly recommend him - 10/10!
Kari Larese
Patrick did a fantastic job on my Tacoma. I had him do a full interior and exterior detail before selling it, and it really showed. The buyer mentioned how clean everything was and was especially impressed with how spotless the engine looked.
JC Munoz

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