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“Watching them work is like watching a well-oiled machine. But they're still human. You can see them warming up to the specifics of your car over the course of the 30-45 minutes they take on the basic inside and outside wash. They often get distracted and forget what parts they already wiped down. Etc. But that's okay because I'm not paying $200 for a full detail. I'm paying $50, a steal for the amount of detail they provide.
A few caveats which made me knock a star off (but keep in mind I have a brand new car with brand new paint, so I care extra here). They are not invested in keeping your car scratch-free. They use one towel for the entire shampoo process, and not enough for the drying to avoid micro-scratches. For a truly 5/5 star service, they would use a towel for each body panel, work from top to bottom instead of randomly (for instance when they're drying, I see them wiping just underneath the rear bumper and then back to the middle), and use the the 2 bucket method to clean grit off the towel from each wipe. They should also use a pressure washer to get as much dirt off as possible before shampooing, instead of a garden hose attachment with the shower setting. There were some times where the vacuum hose and spray bottle got dragged along the car paint. They also made an error in putting something back in the trunk (without asking me first or for help) and a plastic part of a rolling duffle bag scuffed the rear bumper.
However, I think I will still keep coming back because they aren't franchised professionals or anything, they're an apparent family-owned business just trying to make a living. Despite the issues, it feels nice going here. I relate to being an Asian American and being involved in a family-owned business. I can see the experience. I can also see the optimizations they put in their process. I just wish they were more careful.”
“I love near here and saw their sign driving by. After two roadtrips with my dogs this summer I needed a carwash and shampoo. Their prices are very competitive and the service very thorough. I plan to bring my car here at least monthly.”
8:30AM - 6:30PM
2400 E 12th St, Oakland
Car Wash
“I’ve been a customer of Steve’s for over 20 years from day one he’s always been very friendly and informative patient and he has never gouged me on the price. I’ve sent numerous people to him over the years and everybody that has gone fell in love with him and his shop. You won’t find a better location for service.”
“Favorite car wash in the bay. Quality hand car wash, none of that old crusty brush nonsense that scratches up your car's paint. Reasonably priced too and I'd even argue on the cheaper end for the quality of work. They work hard, tip them well”
“I had an excellent experience getting my very dirty truck washed. 10 people descended on my car and had it clean in less than 30 minutes for a very reasonable price. Highly recommend!”
“This place has been here for years. The owner is a very nice and personable guy that makes every customer feel welcome.
He recently added a UHaul business to the property which is in the perfect location!!!”
Open 24 hours
401 40th St, Oakland
Car Wash
“The prices are fair, and the location in Mosswood is super convenient. It’s nice to see a place that consistently provides quality work. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a reliable self car wash in the area!”
“Very friendly, they did a great job! I did the "in and out" and the truck looked better then when I initially bought it! They had at least five guys giving it good once over. They got the door jams, Windows, mirrors.... highly recommend!”
“i got there on a Sunday 5 min after they opened. no line and got out in 15 min for exterior wash only. was it an exceptional wash? no but for a 20 dollars 15 min wash they did pretty well and i was satisfied. i will go back”
Open 24 hours
485 27th St, Oakland
Car Wash
“Zero issues to report, but then I am a pro at the self serve car wash. No line on a Monday before the 4th of July. I broke out a $10 and coached my little man who will inherit the CamperVan one day:1.) Time goes quick little mate. So make sure you're set up for success, before you drop in your coin. Test that the brush will reach all the way around your vehicle. We had to back out about 2 feet and squeeze a bit closer to the wall, and be mindful that the hose will snag the roof rack. Set up the step ladder, get a bucket filled with water. Raise wipers.2.) $3 to start, use the brush. Top to bottom. Gravity is your friend. Little man, you follow behind with a mop glove getting the low sides. If the glove hits the ground, grab a clean one.3.) Keep scrubbing after your 3 minutes are up. Use the bucket water diluting the suds, work from cleanest to dirtiest. Hit wheels last. Return wipers.4.) Set to rinse, grab pressure gun. Set step ladder. Little man drops in four coins and is dazed by the force of the gun. We work fast, top to bottom again, using the pressure to scour off the brake dust.We wheel out of the way as a line has now formed. And get ready to dry. I put little man on the roof and now others have recruited him. Hilariously he earns six bucks, and teaches people how to say their favorite color in mandarin.”
“Difficult/tricky to find. Great signage off of the freeway, but not intuitive to find. You can't beat the price. There are lots of pumps and the line can be used on either side of the car. This is a very busy gas station and you need to be aware of your surroundings as you pull in there are lots of cars coming and going.”
“So this place was awesome, I loved seeing this blue thing in the center of the place, it had weird red lips lol- this was such a fun place! The thing is i kept seeing the eyes following me on the big statue, weird although, it was very dark, and not a lot of people were around. Also, i found these weird blue and red hands around, i decided to put them on!”
9AM - 6PM
1429 14th Ave, Oakland
Car Wash
“The BEST car wash spot in the Bay. Ashley and Andre are AMAZING at what they do. Their customer service skills are top notch and they work quickly and efficiently. The standard wash done by them, is better than my last full detail elsewhere. I will 100% be coming back for Ashley and Andre.”
9AM - 4:30PM
612 High St, Oakland
Car Wash
“Easy automatic car wash, however be mindful of your safety.
Nearby reports of that intersection being vulnerable to smash and grab of items when stopped at traffic light, if you have visible items on passenger seats or in rear.
Possibly a quiet homeless woman sitting on the curb.”
Open 24 hours
4233 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland
Car Wash
“Give a big thank you to Will very knowledge in detailing cars I've took in four of my cars to get clean there love it Peter amazing man as I was washing my car the alert to let me know I had one minute to finish up nice gentleman Peter adds in more tokens I really appreciate that that goes a long way with me the looks might be a little deceiving or sketchy but by saying simply hello good morning or ask a question goes a long way”
“Had a question about pricing with the young man who greeted me. He got Joe who let me know that if I download the Way app, I get a 50% discount on my first wash with a discount code. Fantastic! This is a family run, all-hand-wash place. Nothing fancy but they were very friendly and I was very happy with the wash. And now that I'm set up on the app, it's easy to pay. Note that you can't tip on the app (that I saw) so bring some cash to tip out. Everyone talks about wanting to support small family businesses in Oakland, well here's your chance.”
“I've taken my boss's car here a few times & now take mine too. It can take a little while, but all good car washes do. I'd just do a drive by if you're in a rush and you're already out. Both the interior and exterior cleanings are really thorough. The staff is nice. I like the system they've got going. Very affordable compared to the car washes in the city. There's a nice shady place to sit while you wait and you pay at the pump, which is convieniet. Will continue to come here!”
“Overall, this is a great establishment. I would recommend giving your vehicle a thorough review before departing, as the quality of work can occasionally vary. In most cases, the service is excellent; however, I tend to notice the small details. When any concerns are brought to their attention, the staff is prompt and attentive in addressing them. Given how busy they typically are, minor inconsistencies are understandable, but overall the experience remains very positive.”
Open 24 hours
5500 Telegraph Ave, Oakland
Car Wash
“I don't come here no more but I remember when I was a little kid I used to live very close to here and I would go and get Slurpees and nachos all the time it was basically just like a 7-Eleven thing is though they don't have the Slurpee or Nacho no more sadly which sucks but every time I'm in the area and I come by it puts a smile on my face and based off Nostalgia alone”
“One of the best automatic washes in the city, and the only one with an unlimited monthly plan. The line is sometimes long, but moves quickly. -1 * for not rinsing rear of car well.”
“Well, it was busy and I was sitting for about an hour before I got in the washbay, but they did a good trailer washout it was a little pricey, but it is what it is”
Open 24 hours
820 Portwood Ave, Oakland
Car Wash
“Grateful this spot exists. “VIP” car wash for $12 got my car clean enough after multiple roadtrips left their marks. It’s no hand detail but sometimes all you want is to drive through a soulless computer-operated tunnel that gets the outside all sparkly clean.”
“It’s a good place to wash your car. Each wash cost about six dollars. This is my first time so it wasn’t that great. Eventually I should learn to do a better job. Nothing like a fully automatic car wash.”
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
4400 Piedmont Ave, Oakland
Car Wash
“it’s always a great experience. The wash does a solid job quick, easy, and my car comes out looking super clean. What really makes it better is the staff they’re always friendly and helpful!”
Open 24 hours
889 W Grand Ave, Oakland
Car Wash
“I love going here since they changed up everything. The last employees were rude and entitled. Now they are all kind and respectful and helpful. In the past employees would talk down to customers insist on tips and wouldn't be kind about it or humble they were demanding hated their jobs and did the bare minimum complaining all the time. It looks like a completely different place it's clean and organized everyone i have talked to loves going there now”
“They raised their prices upto 3 tokens to start the car wash bay. I still got my car done in one wash, but still I noticed it not as busy anymore either. Oh well, it's the sign of the times I guess. Peaceful wishes,?????♀️”
8:30AM - 5:30PM
3943 Broadway, Oakland
Car Wash
“I was skeptical to come at first regarding the mid-rating; nonetheless, I’m glad I came!It was my first time there, and the employers were very nice and explained their services to me according to my needs. It was a little pricier than expected, but it was worth it as they were respectful and gentle towards my car! I would definitely recommend and come again!”
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“I have been getting oil changes here since before I owned my own car (taking parent’s car as well). The guys here are always friendly and professional. Great service!”