Touchless car wash - Boston area?

Kev · 04-10-2008, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by xxx_big

Couldn't agreed more. I took my car there twice and found swirl marks here and there under my license plate. It's a shame to their well-known reputations. Don't think i would ever go back there.

But i happen to know this guy who washes car by private appointment and according to my friend he onced washed Tom Brady's car so well that he was asked to go to his house to wash Brady's cars regularly as a private car washer. Though i never have him washed my car, so there is no guarantee. But if you want his #, PM me and i will give it to you. Otherwise, good luck in finding a good touchless car wash in Boston.

I think a lot of this is hype. They were so good at swirling cars that they left swirl marks on my Alpine White car.......

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Originally Posted by GreenThree

Thanks for all the responses guys.

Kev: I talked to Matt over there, and will prob give them a shot. Lately the thought of scratched paint and rim rash from auto wash rails is making me uneasy now that I have darker paint and ZSP wheels.

I think he's probably the most reasonable place for details in the Metrowest area. The other guy I can think of is in Winchester.

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Originally Posted by Spazdoc

Bradford Auto Wax in the Financial District, 75 State street garage. Wash every 3-4 weeks, detail every 3-4 months (polish and wax). Great job, not too bad on price.

I live in the North End, so I have no place to wash the car.

Bradford is not bad. In fact, they are pretty ok. He used to run the car wash at the Prudential and that was where I took my car to for washes when I moved to Boston.

holson · 04-10-2008, 11:36 PM

i think the 335i is tiny enough that I'll wash it myself - i cant be bothered to wash the Hummer that often - hence i'll take the swirls from allston car wash :-p

my friend swears by a car wash joint in Belmont and it's just down the road from where I live.

The apt building i live in used to let peeps wash their cars on the parking lot but since some kids got too loud washing their cars (no idea how that could be), they discontinued it.. sucks..
I think it's just their lame excuse since the management changed..

Kev · 04-11-2008, 12:52 AM

Belmont? I hope it's not that automated place by the Shaws coz that one looked a little shady.

Rickrack · 04-14-2008, 10:58 AM

I detail cars on the side out of my shop in Burlington if anyone is interested in getting a quality hand wash. I also offer complete details if you are looking for more than a wash.

I can send examples of my work to anyone who is interested

Josh49 · 04-14-2008, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Rickrack

I detail cars on the side out of my shop in Burlington if anyone is interested in getting a quality hand wash. I also offer complete details if you are looking for more than a wash.

I can send examples of my work to anyone who is interested

Hey, I've seen pictures of your work on autopia.. And actually think we might have talked a while back.. Great to see you on here..

Spazdoc · 04-14-2008, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Rickrack

I detail cars on the side out of my shop in Burlington if anyone is interested in getting a quality hand wash. I also offer complete details if you are looking for more than a wash.

I can send examples of my work to anyone who is interested

What is your turnaround time for a detail and for a hand wash? Where are you located?

GreenThree · 04-14-2008, 03:21 PM

I tried Luxury Details in Framingham. They did a great job.

Rickrack · 04-15-2008, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Josh49

Hey, I've seen pictures of your work on autopia.. And actually think we might have talked a while back.. Great to see you on here..

Hey Josh,
Yes, I think we might have talked in the past. I go by Rickrack on Autopia as well. Good to see you on here as well...

Rickrack · 04-15-2008, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Spazdoc

What is your turnaround time for a detail and for a hand wash? Where are you located?

I am located in Burlington, MA on Cambridge Street (Route 3A).

A full detail can take anywhere from 8 hours up to 2 days, depending on what you are looking for.

A top quality hand wash usually takes about an hour or so, which includes hand wash, extensive cleaning of wheels and tires, hand dry, wipe down door jambs and dress tires.

Weekdays are usually a little hectic for just a wash, so I prefer weekends, but am available anytime.

BuLoOoSki · 06-07-2008, 10:47 PM

hey i'm interested in having my car detailed, I have a sapphire black E92, and I have quite a bit of swirl marks, specially on the doors, and would like to have the best exterior detail package you have.
can you please PM me the price for full exterior detail and what exactly are the steps and things you use for that job
thanks

Rickrack · 06-08-2008, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by BuLoOoSki

hey i'm interested in having my car detailed, I have a sapphire black E92, and I have quite a bit of swirl marks, specially on the doors, and would like to have the best exterior detail package you have.
can you please PM me the price for full exterior detail and what exactly are the steps and things you use for that job
thanks

Thanks BuLoOoSki,

I sent you a PM with all of the information you requested. I look forward to hearing from you!

~Rick

Shih · 06-10-2008, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by kel3

effective car detail in brookline on aspinwall ave. 30 bux inside and out

Used to go there few years ago. Great price and services.

TambourineMan · 06-13-2008, 01:24 PM

The touchless in Norwood is not bad - it gets the pollen off. Don't know about salt yet as I just got mine at the end of March and always used soft cloth places before getting my BMW

Spazdoc · 06-17-2008, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Rickrack

I am located in Burlington, MA on Cambridge Street (Route 3A).

Wait, are you located at Unique Exhaust? I was just there the other week getting tips.

naturoses · 01-16-2010, 09:49 AM

Hi All, I am new here. I was googling for detailer services/shops in Boston and came across your site. I do not know whether I am eligible to post here because I do not have BMW but I am looking for detailing my Rav4. Could somebody advice.

CWINMA · 01-16-2010, 11:54 AM

That's why one should own a Porter-Cable.

jopa489 · 01-16-2010, 11:52 PM

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Originally Posted by naturoses

Hi All, I am new here. I was googling for detailer services/shops in Boston and came across your site. I do not know whether I am eligible to post here because I do not have BMW but I am looking for detailing my Rav4. Could somebody advice.

What year is your Rav? I drive one for work purposes, fantastic vehicle.

Rick at Unique Car Care in Wakefield does fantastic work. If you want the job done right, he's your man. His username here is RickRack, so you might want to drop him a line.

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Originally Posted by CWINMA

That's why one should own a Porter-Cable.

If you're going the DIY route there are a few of us here that can certainly help you out, myself included.

naturoses · 01-17-2010, 01:17 AM

Hi jopa489, Very thankful to you for your reply.

First of all, mine is Rav4 2010 model (base). My colour is black forest pearl.

I like to DIY because I cannot afford the high prices professional detailers may charge.

But, the big question in my head: How to DIY?

I also do not have washing facility as I live in an apartment complex.

I sincerely like to learn and do it myself to save some money which help to cater my family needs.

Many thanks again.

lopealle · 01-17-2010, 01:23 AM

u can always but a bottle of ONR from detailed image. a small bottle goes a long way.

naturoses · 01-17-2010, 02:30 AM

What is ONR??

Kev · 01-17-2010, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by naturoses

What is ONR??

Optimum No Rinse Car Wash, a shampoo for cars

naturoses · 01-17-2010, 11:47 AM

Please, What Brand of ONR etc.,

Also, because, I live in apt. complex, imaginably no hoses etc., To DIY, I also just bought this

http://www.amazon.com/Nomad-H2O-Port.../dp/B00171JR28

Now, I need to know how to wax etc.. I will follow instructions sincerely as long it is doable...

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naturoses New Member 0 Rep 5 Posts Drives: Rav4 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Jamaica Plain iTrader: (0)	Hi jopa489, Very thankful to you for your reply. First of all, mine is Rav4 2010 model (base). My colour is black forest pearl. I like to DIY because I cannot afford the high prices professional detailers may charge. But, the big question in my head: How to DIY? I also do not have washing facility as I live in an apartment complex. I sincerely like to learn and do it myself to save some money which help to cater my family needs. Many thanks again.
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naturoses New Member 0 Rep 5 Posts Drives: Rav4 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Jamaica Plain iTrader: (0)	Please, What Brand of ONR etc., Also, because, I live in apt. complex, imaginably no hoses etc., To DIY, I also just bought this http://www.amazon.com/Nomad-H2O-Port.../dp/B00171JR28 Now, I need to know how to wax etc.. I will follow instructions sincerely as long it is doable...
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