How Much Should a Full Car Detail Cost?

The cost of a full car detail depends on several factors, including the size of the vehicle, its condition, the level of correction required, and the services included. Unlike a standard car wash or valet, professional detailing is a meticulous process designed to restore, protect, and preserve your vehicle.

At Apex South Coast Detailing, our full detailing packages typically start from £85 for a Signature Detail, with more intensive paint correction and protection packages starting from £300. Ceramic coating packages begin from £450.

A professional full detail may include:

• Safe pre-wash and snow foam treatment

• Hand wash using premium detailing products

• Wheel, tyre and wheel arch cleaning

• Iron fallout and tar removal

• Clay bar decontamination

• Machine polishing to enhance gloss and reduce light swirl marks

• Paint protection or ceramic coating

• Interior deep clean

• Leather and trim treatment (where applicable)

• Interior and exterior glass cleaning

• Tyre dressing and final finishing touches

The final price will depend on:

• Vehicle size (small hatchback, saloon, SUV or 4x4)

• Overall condition of the paintwork and interior

• Whether paint correction is required

• Existing contamination such as tree sap, tar, bird droppings or oxidation

• The level of long-term protection requested

A professionally detailed vehicle not only looks exceptional but is also easier to maintain, better protected from the elements, and can help preserve its resale value.

If you’re unsure which package is right for your vehicle, contact Apex South Coast Detailing for a no-obligation assessment. We’ll recommend the most appropriate service based on your vehicle’s condition and your expectations—never more than you actually need.