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Mobile Hand Car Wash in Charlotte
A proper hand wash, done where your car's already parked. No tunnel brushes, no waiting in line.
A swirl-free hand car wash, done where you park
Automatic washes are quick, but the spinning brushes and recycled water drag grit across your paint. Over time that leaves fine scratches and swirls that make the paint look dull, especially on darker cars.
Our premium wash is done by hand. We pre-soak the car in foam to loosen the dirt, wash it with clean mitts, and dry it with soft towels, so it gets clean without picking up new scratches. Wheels, tires, door jambs, and glass are all part of it.
It's not the $10 tunnel wash, and it's not meant to be. It's for people who want their car to stay looking good for years, and it's the right way to keep up a car with a ceramic coating.
We come to your home, office, or apartment lot anywhere around Charlotte. No lines, no driving across town.
What's included in our premium hand wash
- Foam pre-soak to loosen dirt before we touch the paint
- Hand wash with clean mitts
- Wheels, tires, and wheel wells cleaned
- Tires dressed
- Door jambs wiped
- Towel dried
- Outside glass cleaned
- Spray wax for extra shine and a few weeks of protection
Recent exterior work around Charlotte
A few cars we've washed and detailed. Swipe through, and tap any photo to see it bigger.
How our mobile hand car wash works
The order matters. Doing it this way keeps dirt from getting dragged across the paint.
Wheels and tires
Brake dust and grime come off the wheels, tires, and wheel wells first, so none of it splashes onto clean paint.
Foam pre-soak
A thick layer of foam loosens the dirt and lifts it off before a mitt ever touches the car.
Hand wash
The car is washed top to bottom with clean mitts, saving the dirtiest lower panels for last.
Door jambs
We wipe out the door jambs, the spot most washes skip.
Dry
Soft drying towels take the water off without leaving streaks or scratches.
Glass, tires, and spray wax
Outside glass is cleaned, tires are dressed, and a spray wax adds shine and a few weeks of protection.
Hand car wash vs automatic car wash
Both get the dirt off. Only one is easy on your paint.
Our mobile hand wash
- Clean mitts and towels on every car
- Foam pre-soak lifts dirt before contact
- Wheels, jambs, and glass done by hand
- Done at your home or office
Automatic tunnel wash
- Brushes reused on hundreds of cars a day
- Grit gets dragged across the paint
- Misses door jambs and wheel barrels
- You drive there and wait in line
Mobile hand car wash pricing in Charlotte
Price is based on the size of the vehicle and how dirty it is. Caked-on mud or heavy bugs land at the top of the range.
Small
Coupes and sedans, like a Civic, Camry, or Mustang
$40 – $80
Medium
Small SUVs and midsize trucks, like a RAV4, CR-V, or Tacoma
$50 – $100
Large
3-row SUVs, full-size trucks, and vans, like a Tahoe, F-150, or Odyssey
$100 – $140
What our customers say
★★★★★50+ five-star reviews on GoogleGot my all white BMW dirty after a showing and felt like going here for the cleaning. They did a good job my BMW has never shined this bright before besides when I first bought her. Very happy with the work they did.
Cleanest my car has been since driving it off the lot, Motion Mobile put my whip back in the game!
Motion mobile detailing was great, they came right to our house and completed full service right in our driveway. My car looks great!
I bought a used Lexus SC 430. They brought it back to life! Awesome work!
Mobile hand car wash questions
How often should I get my car washed?
Every two to four weeks keeps dirt and pollen from bonding to the paint. In spring, when the yellow pollen hits, more often helps.
How long does a hand wash take?
Usually under an hour for most cars. Big trucks, SUVs, and really dirty vehicles take a bit longer.
Can you wash at my apartment complex?
Usually, yes. Some complexes have rules about car washing, so it's worth checking with your property first.
Do you need water or power?
No. We carry our own water and power, so we can wash your car in a driveway, apartment lot, or office parking lot without a hose or outlet.
Does the premium wash include wax?
It includes a spray wax that adds shine and a few weeks of protection. For a longer-lasting layer, go with our wash and wax.
Will a wash remove water spots or scratches?
No. A wash removes dirt that sits on top of the paint. Water spots and scratches are in the paint and need paint correction.
Is a hand wash safe for a ceramic coated car?
Yes, it's exactly what a coated car needs. Brush washes wear coatings down. A gentle hand wash keeps them working.
Do I need to be home?
No. As long as we can get to the car, you can be at work or inside. We'll text you when it's done.
Does it include the interior?
No, the premium wash is exterior only. Add a Mini Interior Detail to get the inside done in the same visit.
Do you come to me?
Yes. We're fully mobile and bring our own water and power, so we come to your home, office, or apartment lot anywhere around Charlotte, Concord, Gastonia, Rock Hill, Huntersville, Kannapolis, Mooresville, Indian Trail, Monroe, Fort Mill, Cornelius, Matthews, and Mint Hill. See all our service areas.
Can I pair this with another service?
Yes, and bundling saves you money. Most people pair it with a Mini Interior Detail, but it also goes well with Full Interior Detail, Wash and Wax, Paint Correction, Ceramic Coating, Engine Cleaning, Paint Overspray Removal, and Headlight Restoration. Book two or more services together and we'll take some off the total.
Still have a question? Text us and we'll get right back to you.
More mobile detailing in Charlotte
Everything we offer is done at your home, office, or apartment lot. Here's the rest of what we do:
Pairs well with
Premium wash, clay bar to pull out bonded grime, then a hand-applied sealant.
Paint CorrectionFrom $495Machine polishing to cut out swirls, light scratches, and water spots.
Ceramic CoatingFrom $495Long-term protection and gloss that makes washing a lot easier.
Full Interior DetailFrom $195Carpets and mats shampooed, seats cleaned, every surface wiped down and protected.
Book two or more services together and we'll take some off the total.
Premium Wash near you
We bring premium wash to Charlotte and these nearby areas:
Get your price
Tell us about the car and send a photo or two. We'll text you back with an exact price, usually the same day.