Are dealership car washes good?

In fact, most dealers will even offer to wash your car when you get an oil change done, however, you should always refuse it. The reason being that the cleaning equipment at most dealerships is usually not properly maintained and can cause more damage to the car’s paint than you would think.

What do car Valeters use?

What You’ll Need to Valet the Outside of Your Car

• A pressure washer or hose (a snow foam lance)
• A dedicated car cleaning mitt and two buckets.
• A range of high-quality microfibre cloths.
• A wheel brush.
• A chamois leather.
• Car polish.
• Car wax.
• Wheel cleaner.

What products do dealerships use to detail cars?

Top 10 Auto Detailing Essentials

• Buckets.
• Car wash hand mitt.
• Applicators and brushes.
• Foam cannon.
• LED auto detailing light.
• Vacuum and blower.
• Plastic razor blades.
• Drying tools.

Do dealerships detail cars?

Dealerships often charge a lot more to do a “detail” on a car than most reputable professional detailers would charge for the same service–simply because they can get away with it. Now, your miles may vary, but it is safe to say that most, if not all dealerships do not know how to wash a car properly.

What does valeting a car mean?

Car valeting is the process of cleaning, polishing and waxing a car to achieve an as-new look. and to maintain or even enhance the car’s value. This usually includes cleaning the wheels & shuts, washing, polishing and waxing the. bodywork, dressing exterior plastics and tyres, polishing paintwork, and the glass.

How often should you get your car Valeted?

We recommend that your car is washed at least twice a month and waxed at least once every 90 days. These simple steps will have your car looking and functioning its best.