What’s Actually Included in a “Full Car Detailing”? (Don't Get Ripped Off)

I have listed major signs and reasons you should or shouldn't pull the trigger on a car detailing technician. Learn the difference between a low quality wash and a high quality deep clean here!

Drying off our clients maintenance Corvette Z06 after a deep clean

You see it all the time — “full detail” for $75. But what does that even mean?

A true full car detailing isn’t just a quick wash and a vacuum. It’s a deep clean, inside and out, using the right tools and techniques to restore your car to its best possible condition — and protect it from future damage.

Here’s What a Full Detail Should Include:

Exterior:

• Foam cannon pre-rinse

• Hand wash (two-bucket method, microfiber only)

• Iron and tar decontamination

• Clay bar treatment to remove embedded contaminants

• One-step polish upgrade (or full paint correction upgrade)

• Paint sealant or machine wax

• Tire shine, trim conditioning, streak-free glass

Interior:

• Full vacuum, including trunk and under seats

• Carpet shampooing and stain extraction

• Steam cleaning for crevices, vents, and buttons

• Leather cleaning and conditioning (or fabric protection)

• Dashboard, plastics, and door panels detailed and dressed

Add-On Services (Optional):

• Engine bay detailing

• Headlight restoration

• Ceramic coating

• Pet hair removal

• Paint correction (multi-step)

If your “full detail” only takes 45 minutes, you’re not getting a full detail — you’re getting a basic wash.

Lux Mobile Detailing offers real full details, tailored to each car and owner. We bring the tools, products, and expertise right to your driveway — and we take our time.

📱 Ready for your car to look brand new again? Book now.